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Chapter 297 0294 [Call him a bloody bitch]

Nantang.

Among the steep mountains, an academy is located.

The white clouds hang low, connected with the mist in the mountains, like giant dragons circling.

The sound of reading aloud echoed over the academy.

Under the vigorous and tall green pines, two scribes sat opposite each other. On the low table, there was a small red clay stove and green ants' newly fermented wine.

While tasting wine, discussing Taoism, contentedly.

One of them is Xu Cun.

As one of Yang Shi's disciples, he had to leave the capital because of the suppression of Luo Xue, and returned to his hometown of Nantang to open a college and teach Neo-Confucianism.

The accumulation of more than ten years has made him more sophisticated in knowledge, and he has a new understanding of Neo-Confucianism. He has some hints of mental learning. He is only one step away from breaking in and establishing a sect.

But this step is as difficult as reaching the sky.

Although Xu Cunlin did not take this step until his death, it had a profound impact on later generations.

As the founder of the Xinxue, Lu Jiuyuan was influenced by Xu Cun and founded the Xinxue. He shouted out the sentence: "Students know that all the Six Classics are my footnotes."

The scribe sitting opposite Xu Cun, who was similar in age to him, took a sip of hot wine and chuckled: "The great virtue of heaven and earth is called life, the great treasure of saints is called position, how to keep the position is called benevolence, and how to be upright is called righteousness. Sincerity. Brother Sou, what do you think?"

Xu Cun replied: "The way of life is life, not birth. All things have life, and this is the benevolence of heaven and earth."

"The benevolence of heaven and earth, the benevolence of heaven and earth..."

The scribe chewed Xu Cun's words carefully, and after a long time, he said with admiration: "I haven't seen you for several years. Brother Chengsou has become more and more knowledgeable. I can't match him."

This man's name was Liu Mianzhi, and he was also a disciple of Yang Shi.

Today, he is working hard to support himself in Chong'an, Jianzhou, and is indifferent to fame. He has a pair of children at his knees.

More than ten years later, Liu Mianzhi accepted an apprentice, and his young daughter was also abducted by his apprentice.

The name of this apprentice and son-in-law was Zhu Xi.

Xu Cun said calmly: "Brother Zhizhong, why do you have to belittle yourself? I am not as good as you in terms of talent. It's just that I have gained some new insights through teaching and educating people in recent years."

A strange movement flashed in Liu Mianzhi's eyes: "Brother Chengsou's words really moved my heart."

"If Brother Zhizhong is interested, you can come to the academy to serve as the dean and experience it. I think you will be rewarded."

"Dean?"

Liu Mian was stunned and asked doubtfully: "What about Brother Chengsou?"

Xu Cun replied: "I am planning to go on a long journey."

Liu Mianzhi pointed at him and laughed: "Well, Xu Chengsou, you are deliberately digging a hole to lure me into a urn."

"Hahaha."

Xu Cun also laughed.

After laughing, Liu Mianzhi asked curiously: "Where is Brother Chengsou going?"

"Shandong!"

"what?"

When he heard that Xu Cun was going to Shandong, Liu Mianzhi suppressed his smile and dissuaded him: "The land of Shandong is now occupied by Korean thieves, and the imperial court may start a war with them at any time. Moreover, under the rule of the rebel thieves, the bandits will definitely rule the country, and mourning will be everywhere. Brother Chengsou will be the leader." Think twice before you act.”

Xu Cun chuckled and said, "What Brother Zhizhong said is completely different from the description of my good friend."

"Who?"

Liu Mianzhi became interested.

Xu Cun replied: "Thank you Shouqi."

"Fuyang Xie Ding?"

Liu Mianzhi frowned slightly: "This man has outstanding literary talent. He has already entered the palace and lived in the I Ching. He also has the style of his ancestors, setting up schools and subsidizing poor scholars. It is just an act of surrendering to thieves. The truth is hard to figure out. It is said that scholars from Jiangsu, Zhejiang and other places criticized him with words and writings."

He had also read the crusade, and his literary talent was of course nothing to say, but his act of surrendering to the thieves was something Liu Mianzhi was not ashamed of.

Xu Cun said: "Xie Shouqi praised Shandong as a paradise, and the rule of Datong even praised Han Zhen as the reincarnation of Yao and Shun."

When their knowledge has reached this level, their minds are firm and rarely shaken by rumors and rumors from the outside world.

Right and wrong can be distinguished in the heart.

"really?"

Liu Mianzhi was dubious.

Xu Cun said seriously: "I have known Xie Shouqi for many years. Although I don't know why he turned into a traitor, I can trust his character. This letter is because Han Zhen wants to establish an education institute to take charge of the academic affairs in Shandong. When I couldn't find a suitable candidate, I was recommended."

"The Han thieves are willing to promote Luo Xue in Shandong?"

Liu Mianzhi grasped the key point of his words.

Although Cai Jing has been dismissed as prime minister, Cai's party still controls the government. Today's officials vigorously support new learning and suppress Shu learning and Luo learning.

Otherwise, as Yang Shi's favorite disciples, how could they have lived in seclusion in the countryside for more than ten years.

Xu Cun nodded: "Xie Shouqi said in the letter that Han Zhen was open-minded and generous, and did not stick to any school. Xinxue, Shuxue, and Luoxue could all take root. He encouraged great Confucian scholars to preach and establish sects."

Liu Mianzhi's eyes flashed with admiration: "Although it is suspected of recruiting literati, it is also a sign of benevolent governance."

It is impossible to say that he has no resentment towards His Majesty in his heart.

Learn literary and martial arts, goods and the emperor's family.

As a result, he succeeded in learning, and the other party not only abandoned him, but also stepped on him.

He couldn't even give lectures and spread Luoxue in Gyeonggi Province, so he had to return to his hometown in disgrace and devote himself to the mountains and rivers all day long.

Therefore, he used the word benevolence and admitted the identity of Emperor Han Zhen, just to vent his bad anger.

Liu Mianzhi asked: "Brother Chengsou, are you agreeing?"

Xu Cun said: "As the saying goes, it's a mule or a horse. Take it out for a walk. Whether Shandong is as good as Xie Shouqi described, and whether Han Zhen is wise, I need to go there myself to verify it."

"I'm going with Brother Chengsou."

Liu Mianzhi said: "If that Xie Shouqi deceives us, I will scold him bloody."

He has really been depressed these years. If Han Zhen was not the master of the Ming Dynasty, he would have gone on a trip to relax.

Xu Cun laughed and said: "Hahaha, if this is really the case, I will scold you together."

……

……

Qionglin Banquet was called Qujiang Banquet in the pre-Tang Dynasty, and its predecessor was Shaowei Banquet.

Although the names are different, the meaning has not changed. They are all designed to celebrate scholars who have passed the imperial examination.

During the banquet, the emperor would often take a test on academic knowledge or poetry. If he could win the first place, he would be sure to leave a deep impression on the emperor and rise to prominence from then on.

The high school replacement officers were notified the day before, so they all dressed up in advance.

Qi Meng stepped on the sunset and walked on the street when a familiar voice came from beside him.

"Brother Qi!"

Qi Meng turned around and saw that the curtains of the carriage were open, and Zhu Da and Tan Xingzhong were waving to him.Seeing this, Qi Meng didn't pretend to be pretentious. After all, it was quite a distance from the outer city to Shaoyang Palace.

After getting on the carriage, Zhu Da asked: "Brother Qi, have you prepared any poems?"

Zhu Da and Tan Xingzhong were particularly well-dressed today, wearing fine moon-white Shu brocade robes and precious mutton-fat jade pendants hanging from their belts.

The two of them had the same idea. This Qionglin Banquet did not seek to be a blockbuster, but at least it had to leave a good impression on the county magistrate.

In comparison, Qi Meng's clothes were much simpler.

Qi Meng replied: "To be honest with you, brother Zhu, poetry is not my strong point. I am forced to talk about my sorrows for new words, but I have fallen behind."

“It’s a good idea to express sorrow over a new word!”

Tan Xingzhong's eyes lit up and he savored these words carefully.

"Ugh!"

Zhu Da sighed: "I originally composed a poem and wanted to express it at the Qionglin Banquet, but now that I heard Brother Qi speak it in verse, I felt that it was boring. Well, I am not a poet, so I might as well be down-to-earth."

Tan Xingzhong agreed: "Brother Zhu's words are very kind. Although you can achieve temporary prestige by taking the wrong side of the sword, the way to be an official is to seek victory in a stable manner."

While the three of them were talking, the carriage had already entered the inner city.

Not long after, the driver's voice sounded: "Young Master, we have arrived at Shaoyang Palace."

"Oh."

Zhu Da responded, and the three of them got out of the car immediately.

At this time, many carriages were parked outside Shaoyang Palace. After the three of them straightened their clothes, they stepped into the palace gate with invitations in hand.

Under the leadership of the duty officer, the three of them walked through the courtyard and came to the northwest corner of the second courtyard.

This place has pavilions, rockeries, waterside pavilions, and a quiet environment.

Under the pavilion, a banquet was arranged, and many senior high school officials were already seated.

"Here comes the top pick and the second pick."

As soon as the three Qi Meng arrived, the atmosphere suddenly became lively.

There was envy and jealousy, and countless eyes were cast on Qi Meng.

Qi Meng cupped his hands and said modestly: "It's just a fluke."

After sitting down, a moment later, a song came.

"The county magistrate is here!"

Hearing this, everyone stood up one after another.

Han Zhen, dressed in regular clothes and accompanied by several personal guards, strode towards the pavilion.

"Meet the county magistrate!"

Everyone bowed and saluted.

Han Zhen smiled and said, "No need to be polite, sit down."

Looking around at the crowd, Han Zhen's eyes fell on Qi Meng and he chuckled: "I heard that many officials were optimistic about Yu Qian. Fortunately, he didn't disappoint them and won the first place. I read your test paper and it's very good. "

As soon as he finished speaking, all the supplementary officials present cast envious glances.

Qi Meng hurriedly bowed and said: "Thanks to the kindness of the county magistrate and all the superior officials, Qi Meng is grateful."

Han Zhen shifted his gaze to Zhu Da again and asked, "Are you Zhu Da?"

"Yes!"

Zhu Da stood up and responded.

Han Zhen smiled and said nothing.

This move made Zhu Da feel uneasy.

What does the county magistrate mean?

You named yourself but didn't say anything. Is this satisfaction or dissatisfaction?

After chatting with Tanhua for a few more words, Han Zhen picked up the wine glass and said loudly: "You are all talented people. After serving as an official, you should have a better understanding of the suffering of the people. I hope that after you become an official, you will not forget your original intention. Borrowing Mr. Hengqu’s four words, establish a mind for the heaven and earth, establish a destiny for the people, inherit the unique knowledge of the past saints, and create peace for all generations. All gentlemen, encourage us together!"

"We will remember the county magistrate's teachings!"

All the supplementary officers stood up one after another and raised their wine glasses with solemn expressions.

"sit!"

After drinking a glass of wine, Han Zhen said with a smile: "In the past, after Meng Jiao was admitted to the imperial examination, he saw all the flowers in Chang'an, which were sung by later generations. Now that you have ascended to Longmen, do you have any poems?"

Many supplementary officials were delighted that the opportunity to perform came.

Li Pei, who was looking for flowers, stood up and said, "To the county magistrate, I have a poem to write."

Han Zhen signaled: "I want to listen to everyone."

"Everyone has honors and titles, but those from a general family are rare. The virtuous stars gather in one family, and four people return from the day brocade. Hard study rewards one's life, and a good name spreads to the emperor's territory. Serve as an official and cultivate political skills, and show off your talents here."

After reading, Li Pei glanced at Qi Meng proudly.

"it is good!"

"Nice poem!"

"This poem should come to light."

All the replacement officials clapped their hands and applauded.

I have to say that this person's literary talent is indeed outstanding.

Han Zhen smiled and said: "It is indeed a good poem. I will give you a reward of a hundred taels and a pair of jade bis."

"Thank you magistrate!"

Li Pei was immediately overjoyed.

Li Pei made a good start, and supplementary officials continued to write poems. Han Zhen would give some rewards more or less, and the atmosphere of the banquet was gradually pushed to a climax.

Han Zhen didn't stay long. He was not the protagonist of today's banquet. When he was half drunk, he stood up and left, leaving a group of high school supplementary officials to continue celebrating.

Seeing Han Zhen leave, Zhu Da regretted and said: "I knew I would also compose poems."

"Brother Zhu, don't you want to be down-to-earth?" Qi Meng joked.

Zhu Da explained: "It's bad, mainly because I didn't expect the county magistrate to be so generous. Otherwise, it wouldn't be beautiful to get two pairs of jade."

Qi Meng asked in confusion: "With your family's wealth, are you still short of jade?"

"Can it be the same?"

Juda pouted.

At this moment, a maid stepped forward and whispered in Zhu Da's ear.

Zhu Da was shocked, then he cupped his hands towards Qi Meng and Tan Xingzhong and said, "Sit down, brothers. I'll come as soon as I go."

After that, he stood up and left in a hurry with the maid.

This scene did not attract the attention of others. Even if someone saw it, they would just think that he had gone to relieve himself.

(End of this chapter)