Chapter 845 - 65: History Is Both a Lesson and a Repetition

Even a slight dissent, from light confiscation of property to severe detention, endangering one’s life.

If it weren’t for the Gu Clan’s constant maneuvering during this period, the Jurchen tribe might have already rebelled.

It’s precisely because of the fear of disorder arising again.

These days, Gu Chengsi has repeatedly submitted memorials, detailing the pros and cons, earnestly requesting the court to rectify the border officials and quell grievances.

However, his memorials seem to be thrown into a swamp, with not the slightest response.

Currently, the Gu Clan’s situation is indeed not too favorable.

Especially within the court.

With the passing of Gu Xiuyuan, the influence of the Gu Clan has further declined, particularly since the Gu Clan is unwilling to bring court conflicts into the Gu Academy, making this situation even more evident.

And now, this Northern Border is clearly not going to remain calm any longer.

Gu Yi is also watching this scene.

Watching Wanyan Digunai’s back, his gaze is extraordinarily deep.

This Wanyan Digunai, as the legitimate grandson of Wanyan Aguda, is completely different from the person described in original history: young, sharp, and ambitious, deeply trusted and supported by the tribes, seemingly free from many of the defects he had in original history.

Most importantly—

Besides, he retains many advantages, even becoming stronger.

This is definitely a scourge!

Gu Yi even initially considered using the Spirit Communication Jade to indirectly influence Gu Chengsi to eliminate Wanyan Digunai, but he quickly suppressed this impulse.

As for the reason, it is equally simple.

—That’s right, with the constant changes in history, after the Gu Clan withdrew from the front line, the gears of the Gu Clan started moving again, the talents of the clan’s descendants visibly improving.

Of course, this is merely a private issue.

Besides there is another crucial reason, which is that Gu Yi must pay attention to the Gu Clan’s influence.

If Wanyan Aguda were directly killed just like this.

All the efforts the Gu Clan made in the Northern Border over the years would disappear in an instant, not only affecting the reputation of the Gu Clan but also the integration process of the Jurchen into Kyushu would certainly be affected.

How could Gu Yi be so impulsive?

Looking at Wanyan Digunai’s back, Gu Yi’s thoughts are continuously spinning.

He doesn’t know how the upcoming events will unfold.

But judging by the current situation, even if unexpected developments occur in the Northern Border, history will not completely revert back to its original course; after all, the overall framework of the Great Song remains stable, and years of strength have provided it with a sufficient foundation.

But would things be this simple?

In the midst of these thoughts, Gu Yi’s gaze once again landed on the eloquent young man within the Julu Academy.

"The foundation of my Gu’s School, our ancestor Duke Wencheng long ago admonished—’Unity of knowledge and action, use in governance.’"

"Silent meditation certainly serves as a method of cultivation, but if one only seeks inwardly and does not observe the workings of the world outside, solving pressing issues of the realm is no different from wall-facing dry meditation?"

"Can merely discussing heavenly principles resolve the exploitation of merchants in Northern Border?"

"Can it ease the accumulated grievances of various tribes?"

"Can it make canal transport more efficient? And can it yield one more bushel of millet per acre?"

A string of questions, spoken with resounding conviction, vividly displayed the youthful enthusiasm, despite the gaze of many great scholars, the young man showed no sign of retreat, his eyes consistently gleaming.

Like the rising sun, it distinctly brought forth that riveting vitality.

Indeed.

This is the most outstanding one among the thirty-first generation descendants of the Gu Clan.

His name is Gu Hui.

His attributes are exceptionally balanced.

All attributes exceed seventy points, which in the current Gu Clan is already quite outstanding, with his inner administration being particularly impressive, directly reaching 79 points.

Without even utilizing attribute points, merely by leveraging the "Luoshu with the Law Instrument," his various attributes could closely approach the pinnacle!

And most importantly, is his personality!

He possesses the unique assertiveness and sharpness of youth, daring to express his heart in front of anyone, without fear.

But this assertiveness is not reckless ignorance, rather stems from deep confidence in his own knowledge and family beliefs, and he is very responsible.

Even Gu Yi couldn’t help but acknowledge.

He has not seen a character like this among the clan descendants for quite some time.

According to his judgment, Gu Hui’s personality resembles that of Gu Yu from the past.

Although Gu Yu’s accomplishments were not considered the pinnacle in front of generations of Gu Clan descendants, his significance to the entire family was extremely profound.

It was he—

who caused the Gu Clan to rise again at the end of Yan Han and even during the decline of Sui and the early Tang Dynasty, even initiating a transformation within the entire family!...

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(Ps: Kneeling for monthly tickets, pleading brothers for more support, grateful fish.)