Early Tang Dynasty: forge ahead

Chapter 65 Questioning the Righteousness
Chen Qingsi!
When Lou Shide saw these three words, the little brother who came from a humble background but had great ambitions came to mind. He was also happy to learn that he was promoted to the county magistrate as he wished.

Although because Pei Yan was present, he was more of a spectator and had some reservations about his words, he still agreed with Chen Qingsi's views, even more than Pei Yan.

After all, Pei Yan's understanding of Jiangnan was limited to what he saw during secret visits. Lou Shide had a deeper and more detailed understanding of Jiangnan during his ten years in Yangzhou, so he also understood how Chen Qingsi's suggestions hit the nail on the head for Jiangnan's shortcomings and how his talents were affected. Very impressed.I also thought that since I was an official in Jiangnan, we would eventually meet each other and sit down and talk in detail.

But how long had it been since he took office before he made such a big fuss?

He suddenly had a feeling that if he continued like this, he would really catch up to him.

Lu Chengye also frowned slightly.

When he reaches his status, he will naturally not compete for superiority and family status like his juniors.However, the younger members of the clan were repeatedly suppressed by a country boy, and they felt a little unhappy.

Opening the "Three Character Classic" and savoring it word by word, Lu Chengye looked solemn and his eyes were full of shock. He immediately decided to send this article back to his family so that the children of the Lu family could use this book as a source of enlightenment.

Thinking that Chen Qingsi, who was only in her early twenties, had such talent, she couldn't help but secretly regret that the Xiao family had really taken a chance to meet this child.

Otherwise, he should be the son-in-law of the Lu family...

At this time, everyone present at the banquet also cried out in surprise.

One old man even burst into tears.

Lu Chengye looked at the crying old man opposite him and secretly marveled.

The old man's surname was Cao, a word for authority, but he himself was not extraordinary, even a little mediocre.Being able to sit across from him was a blessing from his father.

Cao Wei's father's name is Cao Xian, a scholar and great philologist in the Sui and Tang Dynasties.He is proficient in the calligraphy of various schools of thought, and is particularly well versed in philology.It revived Confucian classics and primary schools that had not been circulated since the Han Dynasty, and revived the ancient seal script that was almost lost.Emperor Taizong respected Cao Xian and recruited him many times, but he refused on the grounds of old age.But when he was studying, whenever Emperor Taizong encountered a strange and difficult text that no one in the court could understand, he would send envoys from Chang'an thousands of miles to ask Cao Xian for advice. Cao Xian could notate the pronunciation and answer the meaning.

Cao Xian concentrated on teaching and educating people in his hometown of Yangzhou, teaching hundreds of disciples, teaching all without distinction.Most of the famous people in Yangzhou studied under him, and he died of illness in the 19th year of Zhenguan.

Cao Wei did not receive the true inheritance from his father, and his talents and learning were far inferior. However, in Yangzhou, Cao Wei received the highest treatment with the words "son of Cao Xian".

Seeing that Cao Wei couldn't control his emotions, Shi Zhonglan quickly comforted him and asked, "Why is Mr. Cao like this?"

Cao Wei wiped away his tears and said: "I am crying with joy. My father Xian Gong wanted to practice enlightenment many times in his later years. He tried many times but did not know how to start and ended up with regrets. Today I read the "Three Character Classic" and I remembered my father's regret. This article Isn’t it the enlightenment he dreams of?”

Lu Chengye also had great respect for people like Cao Xian and said: "This "Three Character Classic" is catchy, short and concise, just three words, and there is a story of a sage behind it, leading people upward, flexible and not boring. It can be commended Mr. Xian, let him feel at ease."

Shi Zhonglan said: "It should be so." He looked around and said: "What do you think of this article?"

As one of the three great enlightenment books in China, the "Three Character Classic" has been at the top of the list since its emergence. It is truly the top of the enlightenment books. Naturally, no one will come out to make fun of it.

However, some people still raised doubts.

It is not the Three Character Classic that is being questioned, but the author Chen Qingsi himself.The middle-aged Confucian scholar in the second seat said: "As far as I know, Chen Qingsi is only in his early twenties and was born in a rural area. How can he be so knowledgeable and knowledgeable enough to write such an article?"

Lou Shide went to look for fame, but it was Zhang Rui, Sima of the Yangzhou Governor's Office.This man was born in the Zhang family of Wu County and was Zhang Ling's biological father.His son did stupid things because he was in love with Xiao Miaochen.In order to give an explanation to the Xiao family, I can't serve in the shadows until now.I absolutely hate Chen Qingsi, the culprit.

But now that Chen Qingsi's fame is growing, Zhang Rui can't help but feel fear, worried that letting the other party know the truth will be detrimental to his son.

Although these two enlightenment books, "The Thousand-Character Essay" and "Essential Instructions for Enlightenment", were written by individuals, they were also authorized and supported by the imperial court. The credit does not belong to individuals but to the imperial court.

But the "Three Character Classic" was written by one person, which means that every child who studies the "Three Character Classic" can be regarded as a student of Chen Qingsi.

If this development continues, no one can shake Chen Qingsi's status, and his son Zhang Ling will become an abandoned son of the family.

As soon as Zhang Rui said this, many people echoed it.

After all, Chen Qingsi is too young, so whether it is out of jealousy or other reasons, she is inevitably suspected.

Lou Shide couldn't help but said: "I'm acquainted with Brother Chen. Brother Chen is a man with a strategic mind, an ambition to reach the top, and a well-spoken word. There is absolutely no way that he will ruin his future just for the sake of temporary fame."

Lou Shide came forward to speak for Chen Qingsi at this moment, which surprised Lu Chengye.

To be precise, Lou Shide, the Jiangdu County Lieutenant, was a direct subordinate of Zhang Rui, the Sima of Yangzhou Dudufu, but he did not like him and got close to him.Lou Shide, who has always been low-key and calm, actually offended his immediate superior for Chen Qingsi.

This is the most commendable thing about Lou Shide. He is a generous man. Even if he becomes prime minister in the future, he will be cautious and cautious. He will not care even if he is insulted, but he can speak out for those he admires.This kind of courage is such that people like Di Renjie have to praise: "Mr. Lou is so virtuous, I don't know how to tolerate him, I can't catch him far away!"

Shi Zhonglan said with a smile: "Zhang Sima is overly concerned with what he said. This article is not sent to me by County Magistrate Chen in order to become famous. It is to promote enlightenment in Qingxi County and make it better for the children in the county." I studied hard and wrote this article. Magistrate Chen did not even realize the mystery of this article. It was my mentor who was so happy that he sent someone to compile a book and send this article. Only then did you and I know about it."

"Qingxi County was persecuted by rebels, the people's livelihood was in ruins, and the population was withering. County magistrate Chen gathered the population, divided the fields, opened county schools, and built nursing homes. Although there were few people, everything he did was for the people. I have always had the temper of my mentor. I know that if Magistrate Chen had not been a trustworthy person, he would never have recommended him so highly."

After Zhang Rui heard this, he stopped talking and gritted his teeth with hatred.

With Shi Zhonglan as guarantor, the doubts subsided.

After reviewing and discussing the Three Character Classic, everyone was full of praise.

Poetry in this era is niche and the icing on the cake, but articles with profound educational significance like the Three Character Classic are what is needed nowadays.

Based on this article alone, Chen Qingsi can firmly occupy a place among scholars.

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(End of this chapter)