第一千四百五十五章 Motang（完）

Morden, however, was not surprised by this and shook his head, saying, "You think the Prince of Jin persuaded the Five Clans and Seven Aspirations to follow him by using the wealth and technology of the Mo family. The rise of the Mo family has caused great losses to the noble families. Only by possessing the Mo family's technology can these families continue their legacy for thousands of years. It's just a win-win situation."
Li Zhi clapped his hands and said, "Indeed, brother-in-law is truly a rare wise man in the world. However, you didn't consider the fact that there is still a group of people who want you dead."
As Li Zhi's words fell, surprisingly, all the Confucian officials also approached him, with the head being none other than Yu Zhining, the tutor of the Crown Prince.
Li Chengqian suddenly broke out in a cold sweat. He did not expect that in his own Eastern Palace, there was not only Ge Gan Chengji among the military officers but also Yu Zhining among the civil officials. If he suddenly rebelled, it would likely end in nothing but defeat.
"Sir, why did you lead the Confucians to participate in the rebellion!" Kong Yingda said angrily and surprised. In his opinion, the Confucians did not need to be involved. Regardless of which side wins, it would still rely on Confucianism to govern the world.
"Why? Why should Confucianism be so highly regarded? Confucianism has been the dominant ideology for hundreds of years, while the Mohists, led by their leader Mozi, have posed a threat to Confucianism in just over a decade. If this continues, the exclusive status of Confucianism will be completely lost. In order to protect Confucianism, I have to take a risky gamble," said Yu Zhining, with a crazed expression.
Followed by Yu Zhining, the Confucian officials look resolute. The Mohist school is thriving while the exclusive status of Confucianism is endangered. If this continues, not only the Mohist school, but other schools as well, could challenge Confucianism. In order to maintain the dominance of Confucianism, they are even willing to take risks.
However, neither Li Shimin nor Li Chengqian, who succeeded the throne normally, could eradicate the Mo family, who was at the pinnacle of power during the Tang Dynasty. Only Li Zhi, who was unwilling, could agree to the conditions of Confucianism.
Morton sneered and said, "The principles of the existence of heaven and earth, which the Mohists study, can never be suppressed by the Confucians." Yu Zhining, in a frenzy, exclaimed, "So what? When it comes to wise individuals, the Confucians are not lacking. The study of the principles of heaven and earth will continue within the Confucian school. Eventually, the Confucians will assimilate the Mohists, and the Mohists will disappear into the annals of history."

Obviously, Yu Zhining's move is aimed at assimilating the Mohists into Confucianism. This way, not only can the dominant position of Confucianism be firmly established, but it might also take a step further.
如此一来，就连孔颖达也不禁默然，于志宁的行为从道义上是错的，但是却是最有利于儒家。
For a moment, all the eyes in the Taiji Hall turned to Mò Dùn. No one had expected that the killing of the Mò family would gather such a large force for Lǐ Zhì. If anyone were to blame, it would be the countless enemies the Mò family had accumulated over time, who inadvertently provided Lǐ Zhì with an opportunity.
Li Chengqian suddenly frowned and said, "Ninth brother doesn't understand, I don't understand either. The struggle for the throne already has an overseas king position as a way out. Why take such a risk and rebel?"
Li Zhi revealed a wry and eerie expression, saying, "Too late, it's too late. If the overseas embargo had come half a year earlier, I wouldn't have taken such a desperate gamble. But now, I'm left with no way out!"
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Li Zhi remained silent, clearly implying his consent.
Mo Dun sneered and said, "The Yin-Yang curse of the Yin-Yang sect is indeed extraordinary, but unfortunately, His Highness the Prince has forgotten about the medical field."
"What? The Emperor has been cursed by the Yin-Yang sect?" The courtiers were suddenly shocked, looking at Li Zhi with disbelief.
Li Zhi did not expect that Morton actually knew Yin Yang Curse. He was instantly shocked and said, "Impossible, Yin Yang Curse is unsolvable, even medical experts cannot resolve it."
However, Morton sneered and said, "I wonder if you all remember, the first ink technique that the Mo Family demonstrated under my leadership, the Secret Technique of Live Fish, was once offered a huge reward for anyone who could decipher it. Now, this secret technique has been deciphered by Mo Wu."
"Crack the secret technique of live fish?"
"Oxygen!"
Suddenly, everyone's memory was reminded of this matter. It is said that oxygen can revive dying embers and extend a person's life. If Li Shimin could wake up, then............ Translated content:
Suddenly, everyone's faces turned pale. If Li Shimin woke up, the situation today would definitely require preparations. By then, it's feared that all those involved in the rebellion would have a bad outcome.
"Are you trying to scare me?" Li Zhi's face turned pale.
"Is that so? Don't you think your rebellion went too smoothly today?" Mordun sneered.
Li Zhi's heart skipped a beat, and he instantly broke into a cold sweat. He could hear the sound of armor, and he saw a large group of cavalry rushing in from all directions, led by none other than Li Junxian.
"Li Junxian, weren't you demoted from the palace?" Hou Junji's face changed as he spoke. Li Junxian was a trusted confidant of Li Shimin. His sudden appearance here could mean that he represented Li Shimin's intentions.
Li Junxian sneered and said, "Being expelled from the palace, all I was tasked with was to investigate the chaotic prophecies of the Yin Yang Sect. Since Yin Yang spells appeared in the palace, it was only natural for me to return."
"By the order of His Majesty, all rebels shall lay down their weapons and only the ringleaders shall be executed," Li Junxian shouted as he led a hundred riders.
Suddenly, all the rebels couldn't help but waver in their hearts, looking around in all directions.
"Don't listen to them, they are spreading false imperial edicts," Li Zhi exclaimed madly.
"Zhinu, are you still obstinately clinging to your mistaken beliefs?" Suddenly, a familiar voice came through, and Li Shimin, who had been unconscious for several days, finally appeared, protected by a hundred cavalry.
"See Your Majesty!"
Immediately, everyone bowed, and the officials involved in the rebellion trembled and prostrated themselves on the ground.
"Clang! Clang!"
Weapons of the rebel army dropped to the ground one after another. Li Shimin's appearance instantly stripped them of their resistance power, and they surrendered and disarmed one after another, leaving only Hou Junji, who had led the rebellion.
Hou Junji let out a sorrowful smile and said, "Your Majesty, the victor is king and the loser is defeated. There is nothing more for this humble general to say. I hope Your Majesty will spare the Hou family, considering the merits I have once achieved."
After speaking, Hou Junji drew his sword and committed suicide, thus closing the chapter of a formidable hero.
Seeing Hou Junji commit suicide, Li Zhi was immediately frightened and knelt down on the ground, saying, "Your child is guilty, please forgive me, Father Emperor."
"You actually used the Yin Yang curse to harm us. If it weren't for the doctors sending oxygen, allowing us to wake up, you would be the biggest criminal in Tang Dynasty. The prophecy of chaos that will bring an end to the three generations of Tang will come true." Li Shimin angrily shouted.
Li Zhi sobbed uncontrollably, filled with regret, and said, "I was foolish for a moment, deceived by the deceitful tactics of the Yin-Yang school. But, I have never trusted Zheng Chonghua."
"Zheng Chonghua is the prophetess of chaotic times!"
All of a sudden, everyone's gaze was fixed on Lord Zheng. No wonder Lord Zheng was the first to lead the clan to join Li Zhi; it turns out he even had ambitions to revolt.
"Capture the Crown Prince! Arrest all those involved in the rebellion! Execute the ringleaders," Li Shimin ordered coldly.
A large number of soldiers rushed out randomly, and the main figures of the Zheng family, Zheng Chonghua, the newly appointed Yin and Yang disciple, as well as various officials from influential families, and the leader of Confucian scholars, Yu Zhining, were all executed one by one at the Wumen Gate.
“陛下，我等是为了大唐江山社稷，墨家扰乱千年以来的秩序，才有今日之祸，墨家不除，日后必有大患。”
午门前，于志宁执迷不悟，疯狂叫嚣道，然而随着手起刀落，叫嚣之声戛然而止。
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As Li Shimin regained consciousness, the entire situation reversed unexpectedly. No one had anticipated that this rebellion would involve such a wide range of forces. There were the remnants of the Turkic revanchists in the front, the Yin Yang sect in the rear, and the influential clans and radical Confucianists led by the Five Surnames and Seven Sects. In a short period of time, half of the entire court was emptied. Translation: As Li Shimin woke up, everything took an unexpected turn. Nobody expected the rebellion to involve such a wide range of people. There were Turks seeking to regain power, the Yin Yang sect, and influential clans and radical Confucianists led by the Five Surnames and Seven Sects. The court was left empty-half in a short time.
Looking at the empty court, Li Shimin's face showed embarrassment. The reason for all of this was undoubtedly the struggle for the throne. Among them, there was a crucial figure, the Mo Family's descendant. The reason why the noble families and Confucian scholars all sided with Li Zhi was to kill Mo Dun and eradicate the Mo Family.
In the empty Taiji Hall, Li Shimin's first action to quell the rebellion was to summon Moding.
"Congratulations on awakening, Your Majesty!" Moding bowed and said.
Li Shimin shook his head and said, "I would rather not have awakened than to see half of the court that I worked so hard to build destroyed."
Mordon was silent at once, he couldn't believe that the court would view the Mohist School in such a way, not only wanting to kill him but also to merge the Mohist School. " The conflict between the Mohist School and the Confucian aristocratic families is irreconcilable. I believe this is not the last time. What do you think, should I heed Zhi Ning's request and kill you to completely resolve the dispute between Confucianism and Mohism?" Emperor Li Shimin said coldly.

However, Mo Dun remained calm and fearless, saying, "Your Majesty, the Confucian school has been revered for a thousand years, but no dynasty has lasted more than three hundred years. On the other hand, there have been noble families that have existed for a thousand years. Therefore, the noble families and the Confucian school are the root causes of turmoil. Currently, non-agricultural taxes in Chang'an City account for seventy percent, and given time, it could reach eighty or ninety percent. If the reforms in Chang'an City extend to other regions of the Tang Dynasty, I can promise Your Majesty that in fifty years, more than half of the taxes will be exempted for non-agricultural sectors. In a hundred years, agricultural taxes will be completely abolished, at most accounting for only thirty percent. At that time, the Mo family can guarantee that commerce and industry will bear the entire tax burden, while farmers will be exempted from taxes. By doing so, the Tang Dynasty can avoid the harm of peasant uprisings and achieve peace throughout the land, making it a thousand-year dynasty."
"Exempting agricultural taxes, a millennium dynasty!"
Li Shimin suddenly turned around, staring intensely at Mò Dùn.
To restore the exclusive status of Confucianism, it would only maintain a dynasty for three hundred years. But by employing the Mò school, it could potentially sustain a dynasty for a thousand years. This made Li Shimin's heart unexpectedly start racing. (Note: The translation is subjective and may not capture the full essence of the original text.)
“而且海外还有如此广阔的领土，大唐需要墨家制造更快的马车以便大唐管辖更大的领土，更大的船只渡海，更强的武器征服世界，而儒家却对此百无一用。”墨顿昂然道。
In the Taiji Hall, Emperor Li Shimin paced slowly before suddenly turning his head and saying, "Very well, I will give the Mohists one hundred years for the Great Tang, hoping that they will not disappoint the world." "Your Majesty trusts the Mohists, and we will certainly not let Your Majesty down," Mohist Dun replied with a solemn bow.

After a long discussion, representing the Mo family and the royal family, they finally realized that the day had become late, and Mo got up to take his leave.
As Mo walked out of the palace, he suddenly realized that the sky had turned dark. He turned back and looked at the pitch-black palace, unable to hide a smile. With today's successful negotiation, the Mo family had finally solidified their position in the Tang Dynasty.
From now on, the Great Tang Dynasty truly integrates with the Mohism, mutually achieving success, and becomes a veritable "Moh-Tang."