Chen Jingke and Wu Shu had differences over financial support.
Chen Jingke believed that more property should be provided to help the princes and kings build their kingdoms as soon as possible:
"In this way, he can not only set an example for those who come after him, but also satisfy the court and build good relations with the princes and kings. It can be said that he achieves multiple things with one stone."
Wu Shu couldn't help but shook his head and said: "You think things are too simple. Don't you think that there is a saying that the rice is favored and the rice is hated? If we interfere everywhere, we will only incur the fear of the princes and kings."
"The latecomers will definitely open their mouths when negotiating terms. Of course we are not afraid of them, but if we give too little, they will definitely be dissatisfied."
"You must know that you don't worry about scarcity but about inequality."
"And people's hearts are complicated. We know that as long as we have faith and have no intention of interfering in government affairs, others will definitely believe us?"
"After paying such a high price, and finally handing over power to the princes and kings, I only want the right to preach. No one will believe this."
"So you can give a certain amount of financial help, but not too much. And if you borrow something, you have to repay it. The money they borrow must be repaid."
Chen Jingke nodded and said, "Okay, I'll do as you say."
Although he didn't completely agree with Wu Shu's idea, he still fully agreed with her opinion.
He knew very well that even if her method was imperfect, it was definitely better than his own.
Then he thought of the loan plan that was played out by various countries in his previous life: "The princes and kings borrowed money from us, and the proceeds must be purchased from our Taoists. What do you think about this?"
Wu Shu said in amazement: "The person who can come up with this method is really a genius."
Chen Jingke said depressedly: "Can't it be me who came up with it?"
Wu Shu narrowed his eyes with a smile and said: "No matter who comes up with this method, it will eventually be used by you."
Chen Jingke suddenly realized that it made sense, and it was really refreshing to use his doctrine.
The young couple discussed for a long time and finally came up with a comprehensive plan:
The Taoist sect sent out preachers to the territories of princes and kings to preach to the local indigenous people and convert them to Taoism.
At the same time, evangelists also shoulder the responsibility of promoting Chinese civilization and creating conditions for national integration.
Then the natives were guided to obey the management of the princes and kings, and finally the princely states were stabilized.
Financial assistance was provided by borrowing money and then purchasing supplies from Taoists.
Taoism is huge, and many of them have their own industries. Even if they don't have an industry, they still have many business followers.
Giving this benefit to those believers also enhances one's influence in disguise.
And it can also attack the influence of Buddhism to a greater extent.
Just imagine, if there is a businessman who sells the necessary supplies, but he originally believed in Buddhism.
What do you think he will do?
Being loyal to your faith and Buddhism, would you rather not have this business but still believe in Buddhism?
It shouldn't be very likely.
In short, this method has many benefits for Taoism.
Of course, it is also beneficial to the princes and kings, so it is a win-win situation.
After finalizing the plan, Chen Jingke summoned representatives from various factions in Chang'an for a meeting.
After seeing the plan, representatives from each company were naturally very satisfied and unanimously approved it.
But some people also raised questions: "We borrow money from us to purchase the materials we have... Why don't we just give them the materials? Why bother?"
Chen Jingke swept away and found that many people had the same expression.
He did not give much explanation, but said: "The matter cannot be explained in a few words. Go back to find a businessman and believer and let them explain it to you."
The others looked at each other in confusion. What's the difference between this answer and not saying anything? But they didn't dare to ask too many questions.
Wu Shu on the side was very happy, which was a reflection of his prestige.
After a series of operations, Chen Jingke has gained a certain prestige within Taoism, and he can no longer rely on Sun Simiao's name as before.
This is very important, indicating that he has initially qualified to succeed the Taoist leader.
If this operation can be successful and all Taoist factions can obtain sufficient benefits, his prestige will be even higher.
By that time, his status will be unshakable.
She had secretly vowed in her heart that she must do this job well and completely establish his position in Taoism.
At this time, Chen Jingke said again: "This time our Taoism is acting in a unified manner, and the steps must be consistent. No faction is allowed to trade privately with the princes and kings."
"If I find out who betrayed everyone's interests, I won't punish you, but from now on you don't need to participate in all Taoist activities."
Everyone looked stern, saying that there was no punishment, but being collectively isolated was more serious than any punishment.
Tian Shiwen stood up and said: "I would like to express my position here. I will support Chen Zhenren unconditionally. If anyone dares to cheat, I will be the first to refuse in Louguandao."
Factions such as Jingyun Temple, Longhu Mountain, and Maoshan Faction have come forward to support one after another, and other factions dare not say anything.
Chen Jingke was very pleased and said: "Thank you for your support. I also express my position here. I will not take any benefit from Zixiaoguan from this operation."
"Evangelists are all drawn from each sect, and materials are distributed to each sect for collection according to the proportion of funding...I, Zixiaoguan, are only responsible for coordination, and you can supervise."
No one was surprised by this. As the saying goes, a husband does not fight, so no one in the world can fight with him. This has always been the case in Zixiao Temple.
In fact, Zixiaoguan is not really aloof from the world, but what they want is something that others are not qualified to get their hands on.
They don't lack what others need or they don't even care about it.
For example, for the position of Taoist leader, Zixiaoguan clearly did this to find the next leader.
But even if other sects knew about it, it would be useless, because they are not even qualified to compete.
As for the benefits they need and the missionary rights they need, Zixiaoguan doesn't care at all.
The end result is that everyone gets what they need.
Chen Jingke continued: "We want to build a Taoist brand for this operation. I have designed a logo. This logo must be printed on all supplies."
He picked up a piece of paper and showed it to everyone. It was a lying down 8.
Everyone is confused, what does this mean?
Chen Jingke explained: “The symbol pattern of our Taoism is the Tai Chi Bagua diagram. I don’t need to say more about what the Tai Chi yin and yang fish represent.”
"∞ is the yin and yang fish biting together. As we all know, this is impossible... so this symbol also represents the impossibility of reaching it, which means infinity."
Although everyone didn't understand why he would do such a thing, they didn't understand why putting 8 upside down meant infinity.
But these are all minor details. They are just printed on the product anyway. The simpler, the better, so no one objects.
In fact, what they didn't know was that Chen Jingke had a deeper plan for doing this.
∞ represents infinity in mathematics. If we first relate this symbol to Taoism, then introduce it into the mathematical system.
Then in the future, all those who study mathematics will think of Taoism when they see this character.
Don't think that this kind of thing doesn't matter. Think about the AD years in previous lives. This thing is actually the Christian calendar.
Whether you like it or not, when you use the AD calendar, you are unintentionally promoting Christianity.
Other religions have no choice but to hold their noses and admit it when faced with this situation.
When a certain religion can fill every aspect of people's lives with its traces, it will almost never die out.
What Chen Jingke will do next is this. He will also create more symbols and add them to the Taoist talisman system.
Then introduce these symbols into all aspects of science.
For example, the unit of force is Newton (N). Sorry, there will be another symbol and name from now on.
It can be called ‘Jun’ or something else, and the symbols can be of various kinds.
It was too easy for him to do this.
These changes will make Taoism and science more closely bound to the entire human society.
Taoism is a part of Chinese civilization. The more people who believe in Taoism, naturally means that Chinese civilization will become stronger.
He did not allow anyone to ruin this plan, so he said very seriously:
"I want everyone to think of Taoism when they see this logo, and have a sense of trust from the bottom of their hearts."
"This matter is related to the reputation of our Taoism, and the quality of all materials must be guaranteed."
"If anyone dares to tarnish the reputation of our teaching with shoddy goods, don't blame me for being unkind."
Everyone understood this. If the reputation was ruined, it would not be good for everyone. Everyone said seriously: "Here."
Someone raised another question, saying: "What if other merchants engrave this logo on their products and impersonate us?"
Chen Jingke said approvingly: "This is a good question... I will make a statement at the Moon Talk to express that this is a special Taoist symbol and no one is allowed to use it for commercial activities without permission."
"The reputation of Taoism is related to the interests of everyone here. I hope you will also promote this matter in your own diocese."
"At the same time, the parish must also be monitored. If anyone is found to be using this sign fraudulently, they will be dealt with immediately."
When everyone saw that he was thinking so carefully, they didn't say anything.
After that, everyone discussed the details together, such as how much money each family would contribute, how many evangelists they would send, how to distribute the purchased materials, etc.
On this issue, Chen Jingke did not directly intervene to make a decision, but let representatives of each company deliberate on their own.
Only when the parties really couldn't reach an agreement, he would step in to mediate.
This way you can highlight your own status and not offend anyone.
After everyone reached an agreement and signed the contract, Chen Jingke said again: "The saint has given me a task, and I may not be able to spare time in the near future."
"I will leave this matter to my wife for the time being. Do you have any objections?"
Wu Shu handles Taoist affairs on his behalf more than once or twice. Everyone has long been accustomed to it, so naturally no one objects.
The matter was settled.
Wu Shu was naturally very happy that she could display her talents again.
This is not the end. After Taoism has unified its internal opinions, it must obtain the consent of the princes and kings. After all, the feudal state belongs to others.
Chen Jingke had already thought of a way to lobby them.
Instead of talking to each one, he found Li Chengqian, told him his plan, and then said: "How about using your name to send invitations to those people?"
Li Chengqian was very speechless and said: "Have you still taken my majestic crown prince seriously? It's really unreasonable."
Chen Jingke was unwilling and shouted: "Who said I don't take the prince seriously? Don't slander people out of thin air."
"I came to you for help just because I know that your status as prince is noble and everyone will give you face. You see how much I respect you and your status."
Li Chengqian pointed at him angrily and said: "It's extremely shameless."
Chen Jingke showed his teeth and said doubtfully: "What are you talking about? My teeth are very good."
"Haha..." Princess Su Yu on the side finally couldn't help covering her mouth and laughed.
These two are so interesting.
At first, she was not used to Chen Jingke's indifference, but as she got to know him more, she gradually came to know his special characteristics.
In order to secure her position as Crown Princess, she began to befriend him in turn.
Li Chengqian glared at him fiercely, then laughed himself and said, "Okay, I will send someone to invite them later... When are you going to see them?"
Chen Jingke said: "It may be too late today, let's do it tomorrow. Then I will ask Shu'er to come with me, and she will be responsible for this matter from now on."
Li Chengqian nodded and said, "Okay, let's do it tomorrow morning."
After saying that, he sent people to invite the five princes and kings to come to the East Palace tomorrow to talk.
Ordinary princes cannot and dare not do this. It would easily cause gossip, and the princes and princes may not necessarily give him face.
But Li Chengqian was different. He was the powerful prince, and no one dared not give him face. Even the most out-of-the-box Li Min honestly did not dare to show off when facing him.
The next day, Chen Jingke and Wu Shu came to the East Palace as scheduled, and all five new princes and kings arrived.
Chen Jingke's identity and special status were known to everyone in the civil and military dynasties. Although the five people were surprised by his appearance, they did not say anything.
At the beginning, Chen Jingke did not talk about business directly, but talked about the construction of the feudal country like a casual chat.
In fact, these five people are also worried about what to do. After all, there has been no real feudal state since the Qin Dynasty.
Moreover, the feudal state of the Tang Dynasty was still outside the mainland, so everyone had no experience and did not know how to start the work for a while.
The five people inevitably complained, and their original intention was to persuade Li Chengqian to give them more help.
Then Chen Jingke naturally took up the topic and gave them five plans:
"The enfeoffment is an act to promote Chinese civilization, and our Taoist religion will naturally contribute... This is our plan. The five heads of state may wish to take a look at it."
The five people all took the plan with doubts, and four of them opened it and looked at it carefully.
Only Li Min said: "I will have to discuss this matter with my brother before I can reply to you."
Chen Jingke naturally knew that the brother he was talking about was Li Ke, so he said: "Yes, but if you agree to this plan, please give a reply within three days. After three days, it will be regarded as giving up."
The other four people also started to murmur, asking for help in educating the natives, low-interest loans to repay in installments, and loans to material support...
This plan looks good, but they don't understand economics and don't dare to make a decision.
If it were anywhere else, they would definitely refuse without hesitation.
If you don't understand something, get involved less. A feudal country can be built slowly, and you can't fall into a ditch at the beginning.
But it was obvious that the prince called them here today to take the lead in this matter, and he must give the prince face.
So they all chose to delay: "This matter is important, we need to go back and discuss it before we can make a decision."