Zhangsun Chong's face suddenly turned green and red. He did not expect that his plan, which he thought was perfect for both sides, would be criticized by Mo Jiazi. He was not convinced and said, "Of course, my vulgar ideas are not in the eyes of the great Mo Jiazi. I wonder if Merton has a better idea."
Now Meton did not have an official position, only a marquis. Zhangsun Chong deliberately called him Merton, obviously to mock Meton.
All the officials looked at Mo Jiazi expectantly. It should be known that although Mo Jiazi was not liked in the court, his wisdom was recognized by the world. Perhaps he could find a way to solve the Turks' problem.
Meton took a deep breath and said, "The Minister believes that there is only one way to solve the Turks' problem completely. Let the Turks and the Han people integrate. From then on, there will be no distinction between the Turks and the Han people. Only the people of the Tang dynasty can solve the Turks' problem."
The civil and military officials could not help but frown. How could it be easy to make the Turks and the Han people disappear? Li Shimin had won the Turks over for ten years, but in the end, he still could not make the Turks follow him. How could it be solved by Mo Jiazi's empty words?
Zhangsun Chong said sarcastically, "Does the great Mo Jiazi only know how to talk big? The Turks and the Han people have different customs and habits. How can they integrate into one?"
In Zhangsun Chong's view, Mo Jiazi's plan was completely different from his. As long as his plan was well controlled and he paid attention to holding the Turks in his hand, the possibility of an alien rebellion could be reduced. Mo Jiazi's plan was simply a fantasy. In his view, the Turks are barbarians, and the Tang dynasty only needs to use them, not to mention letting the Turks and the Tang dynasty be on equal footing. "
Meton shook his head and said, "If it was before, it would be impossible to integrate the Turks. However, with the Tang dynasty's continuous victories, the Tang dynasty has become the leader of all countries. The time to integrate the Turks is ripe."
Li Shimin's face solemn, and he said in a deep voice, "Tell me in detail."
"What makes a person of the Great Tang is not distinguished by skin color or appearance, but by the attire of the Han and the etiquette of China. Even if one looks like a Hu, one is no different from a person of the Great Tang.
Take the Turks for example. I think the Turks who have lived in Chang 'an for many years are no different from the Han people. General Qixin Heli, General Zhisi Qili, and General Ashina Simo in the imperial court are all loyal to the imperial court. I believe Your Majesty and all the ministers in the imperial court can feel the same. "Merton said.
Many ministers nodded. They had dealings with the Turks, so they naturally knew that Meton was telling the truth. The Turks wore Han clothes, spoke Han language, and performed Han etiquette. They were no different from the people of the Tang dynasty.
Meton continued, "Minister, I believe that the Turks' herdsmen in the relocated land are also interested in the people of the Tang dynasty. After all, life in the bitter cold in the north is too hard. Most people still yearn for the warm and comfortable life of the Tang dynasty. Among the Turks, there must be some who want to return to the grassland, and some who want to stay in the relocated land. Otherwise, the Ashina Society's influence will be much more than this. "
Li Shimin nodded slowly. After all, the imperial court allocated so much money and food every year. Naturally, it could win over some people's hearts. To put it bluntly, the Turks' herdsmen in the relocated land were much better than the people of the Tang dynasty. After all, the people of the Tang dynasty had only increased their grain production in recent years, and they were able to feed poultry and eat meat.
Meton saw that the ministers had been persuaded, and a trace of confidence appeared at the corner of his mouth. He said, "In this case, Your Majesty, why don't you keep the herdsmen who are loyal to the Tang dynasty and release the herdsmen who want to return to the grassland? In this way, the strength of the Turks will be divided into two again, and they will not be out of the control of the Tang dynasty."
"That's it?" Zhangsun Chong frowned and sneered.
All the civil and military ministers also frowned. If it was as simple as keeping some herdsmen and returning some herdsmen, the ministers of the imperial court would not have such a headache. After all, people's hearts were unpredictable. Who would have thought that the Ashina Society and Heluohe would be able to plot a rebellion?
Meton looked at the faces of the ministers of the imperial court and understood their thoughts. He could not help but explain, "It's actually very simple to determine whether someone is loyal to the Tang dynasty. That is, whether they admire the culture of the Tang dynasty and are willing to take the initiative to accept the culture and etiquette of the Tang dynasty."
"Take the initiative to accept?" The ministers could not help but think of the generals in the imperial court and the barbarian merchants who had traveled thousands of miles along the Silk Road.
Meton nodded and said, "That's right. Taking the initiative to accept the culture of the Tang dynasty is only the first step in separating the people of the Tang dynasty from the people of the Tang dynasty. The second step is to integrate these people who are divided into the people of the Tang dynasty. Your Majesty divided the people of the Tang dynasty into ten divisions to govern, so why not divide them into ten divisions to govern the Turks, or the people of other ethnic groups who are loyal to the Tang dynasty?"
"Ten divisions?" Li Shimin's heart skipped a beat.
If they are loyal to the Tang dynasty, admire the culture and etiquette of the Tang dynasty, or have some skills, they can apply to join the Tang dynasty. Your Majesty can put them into the ten divisions and give them green certificates of household registration. They can enjoy the right to do business in the Tang dynasty and receive affordable medical care or tax. This will distinguish them from the ordinary people of other ethnic groups. You can take this opportunity to absorb the most powerful warriors, rich merchants, and even talents of all ethnic groups to serve the Tang dynasty. In this way, all the talents in the world will flow to the Tang dynasty, and all the heroes in the world will join the hub of the Tang dynasty, "Meton said proudly.
"All the heroes in the world will join the hub of the Tang dynasty!"
Suddenly, all the ministers in the imperial court froze and looked at Meton in disbelief. They could not help but be amazed by Meton's Ten Divisions Plan. Even Zhangsun Chong opened his mouth but could not think of any refute. His plan was only aimed at the Turks, but Mo Jiazi's plan was aimed at all ethnic groups outside the Tang dynasty. He even purposely chose the best and eliminated the inferior. In this way, just by paying a household registration and a status, he could gain immeasurable benefits.
Even Li Shimin's eyes were full of splendor. Under the guidance of Meton's Ten Divisions Plan, he already had several ways to deal with the Turks in his mind.
The purpose of the Tang dynasty is to integrate them into one. The purpose of the Tang dynasty is to gain benefits from the Ten Divisions of the Tang dynasty. I'm afraid that it is still unforgettable in their hearts. What the Tang dynasty really wants is the next generation of these talents. As long as the children of the Ten Divisions of the Ten Divisions are born in the Tang dynasty, they can join the Tang dynasty. The Ten Divisions and the people of the Tang dynasty have no objection. The next generation will be born in the Tang dynasty and live in the Tang dynasty. They will be deeply influenced by the people of the Tang dynasty. Only two generations will be needed to integrate them into the Tang dynasty, "Meton said while waving his arms.
His idea integrated the Eight Banners System of the Qing Dynasty and the Green Bank System of the United States. Both were classics of foreign-related systems. Naturally, it was much more advanced than this era and easily conquered everyone.
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