flstandardbreds Chapter 112 After Mu Cheng Left
Chapter 112 After Mu Cheng Left
Mu Yunxi explained to Li Yifeng in detail the advice Emperor Qing Zhao had given her, as well as some of her own ideas. "I believe that through a series of public debates and discussions, we can help these opposing families realize the importance of innovative education. At the same time, we can also secretly encourage some influential figures to speak out in support of innovative education."
Li Yifeng nodded, his eyes revealing admiration. "This plan is promising, but execution won't be easy. We need to carefully plan every step."
"Yes, we can only win... we can't lose." Mu Yunxi said with a firm look in her eyes, and then she said to Li Yifeng sincerely: "I heard that Mr. Li has extraordinary talent in strategic planning. I think I really need Mr. Li's help."
Li Yifeng pondered for a moment, then slowly spoke, "It wouldn't be considered a help. I agreed to your Majesty's request because I believe the educational methods of the Innovation Academy can contribute to the future of Zhao State."
Over the next few hours, they meticulously discussed every detail of their plan, from choosing the right debate topic to identifying potential supporters. Every step required meticulous planning to ensure ultimate success. As the sun set and the candlelight in the hall gradually dimmed, Mu Yunxi and Li Yifeng finally finalized their strategy. They smiled at each other, their hearts filled with confidence and anticipation for the upcoming debate.
"Tomorrow, we will start the first step." Mu Yunxi stood up with an extremely firm tone.
Li Yifeng also stood up, his eyes gleaming with what he thought was wisdom. "Yes, let us fight for the future of Zhaoguo."
The two raised their teacups and toasted each other. At this moment, they were not only friends, but also comrades fighting side by side. They knew that this battle would be difficult, but they also believed that as long as they worked hard, nothing was impossible.
As Mu Yunxi and Li Yifeng's strategic plan unfolded, the atmosphere within Zhao Kingdom began to shift. Their first step was to gradually direct public attention to the importance of innovative education through a series of carefully planned discussions. These events attracted numerous scholars, officials, and even ordinary citizens, becoming a hot topic of discussion both within and beyond the capital. However, just as everything seemed to be proceeding smoothly according to plan, an undercurrent began to emerge. This undercurrent stemmed from one of Zhao Kingdom's most powerful aristocratic families—the Chen family. The Chen family's patriarch, Chen Bowen, was a shrewd and calculating figure, constantly on guard against Mu Yunxi's actions. Approximately fifty years old, Chen Bowen possessed a calm demeanor and eagle-like gaze. Having dedicated nearly his entire life to safeguarding the Chen family's interests, he was acutely sensitive to any threat to its prestige. Upon learning that Mu Yunxi and Li Yifeng were actively promoting innovative education, he immediately recognized this as a potential major challenge to the traditional power of the aristocratic families.
"Father, we can't just sit back and do nothing," Chen Bowen's son, Chen Liye, said solemnly. Chen Liye was young and promising, one of the new generation of leaders of the Chen family. He inherited his father's shrewdness and decisiveness.
"We must take action to stop this trend." Chen Bowen nodded, a cold glint in his eyes. "We should indeed take action. But we can't act directly, as that would only draw more attention. We need to steer the situation more subtly."
The Chen family then began secretly contacting several other influential aristocratic families, attempting to form an alliance against innovative education. Leveraging their influence in political and business circles, they reiterated the claim that innovative academies could undermine the traditional order and cause social instability. These claims quickly resonated with some conservative officials and aristocrats. Meanwhile, Mu Yunxi and Li Yifeng also sensed the presence of this undercurrent.
In a secret meeting late at night, the two faced a detailed intelligence network map and analyzed the changes in the situation.
"It seems the Chen family has already begun to act." Li Yifeng's tone was filled with worry. "Their methods are very covert, but the impact is not small."
Mu Yunxi frowned. She knew that if she couldn't respond to this undercurrent in time, all her previous efforts would be wasted. "We can't just sit there and wait for death," she said firmly. "We must find a breakthrough."
Just then, a messenger hurried in with a report: "Report! Word is that the Chen family, leaving the He family behind, is secretly planning a large-scale rally, intending to unite more forces to oppose innovative education." Upon hearing this news, Mu Yunxi and Li Yifeng exchanged a glance, both understanding what this meant. If the Chen family could successfully organize such a rally, then the voices opposing innovative education would reach a new climax.
"We must stop them." Mu Yunxi's voice was firm and powerful. "It's time to officially challenge them and see if they dare to accept the challenge."
Li Yifeng laughed heartily: "Hahahaha... It's time to show off our eloquence. We must let them know that true strength lies not in the number of people, but in the power of ideas."
Hearing this, Mu Yunxi couldn't help but laugh. After spending the past few days together, she also understood why Li Yifeng was reluctant to join the government. In fact, in Chinese terms, this guy was a bit of a middle school student and didn't want to deal with officials who talked nonsense all day long.
But then again, the two of them quickly got together to discuss countermeasures. They were seen whispering to each other from time to time, frowning from time to time. Soon, a detailed and comprehensive response plan had been produced.
The next morning, the capital was suddenly in an uproar, with the streets and alleys filled with excited chatter. It turned out that, since some unknown time, a piece of explosive news had spread like wildfire—rumors circulated that the Innovation Academy had openly challenged the major families that opposed its establishment, threatening a heated debate with them.
"Do you know? The Innovation Academy said it wanted to have a debate with the families that opposed the academy's establishment, but the families that opposed it were unable to stop it. They even issued a challenge, threatening to ask the families if they dared to accept the challenge!"
A middle-aged man replied, "Yeah, yeah! I heard about that too! If they can beat me, I'll send my son to try and see if they'll accept him. Not to mention farming, but he can also learn medicine and build this and that. How amazing! I don't know what these aristocratic families are thinking, they just love to stir up trouble! I think they just can't stand seeing us ordinary people getting along!"
The old woman selling vegetables next to them also said, "That's right! I even heard my neighbor's uncle say: The reason they oppose it is because they are afraid that if we ordinary people learn these things, they won't be able to make money!"