ebookland Chapter 185 Cooperation
Chapter 185 Cooperation
To be honest, this elder of the Mo family had originally prepared a whole bunch of explanations.
At the same time, he used various polite gestures to probe whether the two people's true thoughts were in line with his own as a member of the Mohist school.
They've prepared a whole host of different strategies and tactics.
But to everyone's surprise, Xiang Yu's opening line was: "Brother, shall we rebel against the tyrannical Qin?"
This is something that the elder of the Mo family simply can't handle.
He can be considered, to some extent, one of the philosophers of the Hundred Schools of Thought.
They still possess some strategy, judgment, and ideas.
He looked at Xiang Yu with a wry smile, but couldn't help but praise him.
"Young master is truly a man of few words and straightforward manner."
Xiang Yu thought the elder of the Mo family was praising him, and he patted the chair next to him.
"That's natural. I am a nobleman of the Chu state and a descendant of the Xiang family. I cannot abandon Xiang Yu."
The elder of the Mo family fell silent upon hearing this, realizing that Xiang Yu was indeed far too carefree.
However, it seems that this is not really a problem.
After all, the Mohists are usually quite good at thinking and strategizing.
And pairing him with someone like Xiang Yu would be a perfect match.
Immediately, the elders of the Mo family changed their expressions upon realizing this, wondering what the young master had to say about the rebels against the tyrannical Qin dynasty.
Xiang Yu's words dispelled their doubts.
A person in disguise could never fake it this well. This Xiang Yu probably really hates the Qin state. Thinking of this...
Many Mohist disciples stepped forward and looked at Xiang Yu with smiles on their faces. They were practically brothers!
Instead of stepping forward himself, Xiang Yu looked at Tang Yu standing to the side.
He demonstrated his brotherly loyalty at that moment.
He noticed that ever since he met Tang Yu, Tang Yu had always given him a lot of face when introducing him.
And it made him the center of attention in front of others.
For Xiang Yu, who valued his reputation and wanted to be in the limelight, this feeling was incredibly satisfying.
Recalling Tang Yu's introduction of him, he also showed off at this moment, not forgetting to bring his good younger brother along.
Pointing at Tang Yu, he loudly proclaimed, "This is my younger brother, Zhao Zilong, a nobleman of China, the same Zhao Zilong who slew the giant white serpent and the mountain god."
"And this strategy is inextricably linked to my younger brother."
"We have met Young Master Zhao."
Seeing that the Mo family members had focused their attention on him, Tang Yu raised an eyebrow and looked at Xiang Yu.
He realized that Xiang Yu did have some brains after all.
It's just that I don't usually like to use it.
Or perhaps they feel that as long as they can show off and have some fun, that's enough.
"Young Master Zhao, how exactly should we proceed in this rebellion against the tyrannical Qin?"
"We, the Mohists, have long held a grudge against the Qin state, and its harm to the people and the world is truly heinous."
"The atrocities committed during the unification of the six kingdoms are too numerous to count, and we utterly despise that brutality."
As the elder of the Mo family finished speaking, he slammed his cane down on the ground twice.
Xiang Yu's eyes lit up when he saw this, while Tang Yu sighed.
To be honest, he had a bit of a headache. When he came back in the future as the Imperial Advisor Tang Yu to meet the Mo family, he wondered how he would persuade this old and stubborn Mo family elder.
It's important to understand that the elderly are inherently extremely stubborn and difficult to persuade.
This parent is someone with their own beliefs, ideals, and understanding.
That's incredibly difficult.
However, none of this was a problem for Tang Yu.
You may not be afraid of anything else, but surely you must be afraid of death?
After thinking about it for a moment, Tang Yu put the question out of his mind and addressed the crowd.
"Gentlemen, before we begin our plan, let me first introduce myself."
The Mohist members exchanged glances and nodded.
Tang Yu began, “I am Zhao Zilong, the eldest son of the Zhao family, a noble family of the Qin state, and also the younger brother of Xiang Yu.”
"Of course, these two identities are not important. My third brother is a newly appointed secretary official selected by the Qin state."
"And my good friend is also this secretary official."
"Hah!"
These Mohists all knew to take a deep breath.
After all, they weren't completely cut off from the outside world; otherwise, they wouldn't have known about Zhao Zilong slaying the snake.
As for the secretary and officials, they were also well aware that these were exceptionally important and difficult-to-obtain positions throughout the Qin state.
There are only so many people to be selected, and there are far more applicants than available positions.
Therefore, those who are selected are one in a thousand.
This official's position was also very special, as he was directly responsible to Ying Zheng.
No one else has any permission to call or even command this.
More importantly, it can directly invoke Ying Zheng's orders in emergency situations.
Even his authority over local administration, when he exercised his power, took precedence over that of the highest-ranking local official.
In other words, if an official from Junxian County were to use that emergency transfer order, even the county magistrate of Junxian County would be unable to defy the words of the secretary official.
This single sentence clearly explains just how important this secretary/official is.
Zhao Zilong alone had two close friends and relatives serving as secretaries and officials, which made him an extraordinary figure.
"Young Master Zhao's actions are truly astonishing, and I admire them greatly."
"Young Master Zhao, you are truly remarkable. With two good friends serving as secretaries and officials in the Qin state, doesn't that mean the Zhao family has a place in Qin to some extent?"
"We admire Young Master Zhao!"
These Mohist members were constantly flattering him.
After all, for them, trying to squeeze someone into the ranks of officials was practically a death sentence.
But for Tang Yu, it was just a matter of a word. Xiang Yu, who was standing to the side, nodded and took the initiative to speak.
Our plan to overthrow the Qin Dynasty begins with waiting for the death of Qin Shi Huang.
Xiang Yu spoke these words with righteous indignation and a serious expression, looking very earnest.
But the more serious he became, the less Tang Yu beside him could hold back, and he immediately burst out laughing.
"Pfft."
Hearing Tang Yu's laughter, Xiang Yu looked over with a puzzled expression.
Looking at his younger brother, Tang Yu was truly baffled as to why he was laughing.
At this moment, Tang Yu looked somewhat embarrassed under everyone's gaze.
He could only explain, "I remembered something happy."
He couldn't hold back anymore because he suddenly thought of Ying Zheng's life being extended by 30 years.
Then Xiang Yu turned his head and continued speaking seriously.
"At the same time, we need to make arrangements throughout the entire Qin state, and I, Xiang Yu, not only have these plans, but also military force."
"I, Xiang Yu, have also arranged an elite personal guard of about 5000 men in the Jiangdong region."