The young man standing nearby asked doubtfully: "Isn't there any Xilinbi near here?"
The three great scholars looked at each other with complicated expressions.
Xilinbi, what is Xilinbi?
Linxi, Wanlin, Kongbi.
You are writing poetry to please yourself!
Ordinarily, given the status of three people, one should be angry at being treated in such a tone by a junior.
But given the knowledge and character of the three of them, I have to admit that this poem is extremely well written and very appropriate to the occasion.
"I once heard people say that Xia Gaoyang's poetic talent is outstanding, but now that I have seen it, it is indeed extraordinary!"
"When will the bright moon come? This poem alone will be enough to be remembered forever. I just suspected that someone was ghostwriting it before, but now it seems that he is as despicable as a villain and underestimates talents."
"Viewed horizontally, there are ridges and peaks, with different heights near and far. I don't know the true face of Tushan Mountain, just because I am in this mountain. This poem really awakened me, two brothers, how we treat De Fei and Jiaodong County King, is it true that, as Xia Gaoyang said, he has already harbored prejudices and failed to treat it fairly?"
"It is true to say so. We have already decided not to become his teacher, and then whether it is the words of the messenger or the discussion we have, we are just sorting out our own prejudices and strengthening our own ideas. At this moment, we jump out Judging from the stereotype, it is really biased.”
"We didn't even care about the character of the King of Jiaodong County or whether he was smart or not. Instead, we kept the envoys of Concubine De from the mountain gate. Looking back at it now, we are indeed not upright enough."
At the same time, Xia Jingyun and Chen Fugui slowly walked down the mountain.
Chen Fugui asked doubtfully: "Sir, are we done today?"
Xia Jingyun smiled, picked up a wooden stick and waved it in his hand, "Brother Chen, don't worry about my face. If this thing doesn't work, it won't work. Can I still be angry with you for this?"
Chen Fugui chuckled, and Xia Jingyun sighed, "I don't know if the poem I suddenly remembered writing before I left will have any effect, but in any case, I can meet and talk, so I think there are some results."
Chen Fugui was convinced, but that was not the case. Concubine De sent people three times in a row without even entering the door. The two of them went in and faced the three of them for a long time, making judgments.
"Then shall we go back now?"
"There's no rush." Xia Jingyun shook his head and smiled playfully, "We'll wait for a few people, but I don't know if we can wait."
Waiting for someone?
Chen Fugui looked at the empty mountain road ahead, confused.
Xia Jingyun walked unsteadily, and from time to time he discussed with Chen Fugui the flowers, plants and trees on the roadside. He was not in a hurry at all. He had only been hiking for half an hour, and it was almost half an hour now, and he still hadn't come down the mountain yet.
Just when Chen Fugui was doubting whether he could wait today, there was indeed a sound of voices on the mountain road ahead.
He immediately stepped aside to protect Xia Jingyun.
Xia Jingyun didn't show off and stood silently behind his solid body.
At the corner of the mountain road, two men dressed as scribes and four porters appeared in their sight.
And the presence of the two of them also startled the people on the other side.
Xia Jingyun gently patted Chen Fugui on the shoulder and motioned for him to continue walking, while the two middle-aged scribes opposite murmured a few words, and their expressions changed, obviously from that handsome face and outstanding demeanor. They recognized Xia Jingyun, but for unknown reasons, they both pretended not to know him.
The two sides just passed each other on the narrow mountain road.
"hehe!"
Xia Jingyun suddenly sneered twice, his laughter full of ridicule and pride.
Then he walked out for a while and laughed heartily.
Laughter came from far away along with the mountain breeze. The two scribes frowned and looked at each other again. One of them said: "Mr. Fan, why do you think this Xia Jingyun is in Tushan?"
The person next to him rubbed his chin, "It's not snowing here in Tushan. What's so good about being bare? Could it be that he also went to visit those three people?"
"Ah?" The expression of the scribe from the British government changed, "Then what should we do?"
"No!" Xia Jingyun's proud laughter just now seemed to still be echoing in his ears. Mr. Fan's expression changed, "Quick! Climb the mountain quickly!"
The group of people quickened their pace and came to the edge of the thatched cottage out of breath.
This Mr. Fan himself was also an expert in the literary world, and had an old acquaintance with the Three Masters of Tushan. It didn't take much effort to stand in front of the Three Masters of Tushan.
"I have met Mr. Linxi, Mr. Wanlin, and Mr. Kongbi. All three gentlemen are well!"
"Fan Xiyin, you are a famous teacher in the capital, and you are a distinguished person. How come you have time to come to Tushan today?"
Mr. Fan said respectfully: "I'm here to give a big gift to three gentlemen."
"Are those things at the door? Take them with you when you leave later. You know my temperament, so don't make it difficult for me to wait."
Mr. Fan smiled and said, "This is just a little thought from Concubine Shu and the British Duke. How can they be worthy of these three gentlemen?"
The three great scholars all frowned, "Concubine Shu? The British Duke?"
"Not bad!" Mr. Fan said with a smile: "The three gentlemen also know that I have a little reputation in the capital. This is not Concubine De seeking a teacher for the Prince of Jiaodong. Empress Shu Fei has also thought about finding a good teacher for the Prince of Linjiang. Teacher, so he found me."
"The British prince is the head of the nobles and has lived with the country for hundreds of years. His power is huge and his love for Linjiang County and Prince is unreserved. The conditions he offers are extremely generous. Any area in Beijing must be more than 40 meters away He also built a house for me and specially funded the construction of an academy for me to give lectures. All the expenses were borne by the British government. They would also try their best to make my disciples famous. If they have become officials, they would also give all the support from the government's connections. . If Linjiang County Prince ever comes to that day in the future, he will also treat him with the courtesy of an emperor's master and build an emperor's master's mansion specifically for his residence."
At this point, Mr. Fan sighed, "It's a pity that I am self-aware and know that I am not very talented and can't bear such great love, so I recommended you three to the British Duke and Madam. The British Duke was overjoyed after hearing this, and as long as three Everyone agrees, and the above conditions can be added, and everyone will be treated equally. If all three are willing, then it will be three shares!"
He thought of Xia Jingyun's pride just now, and felt a little anxious in his heart. His expression was eager and his words were much more direct, "Such an opportunity comes once in a lifetime. Our study of literature is to learn literary and martial arts. We can join the emperor's family. If we have this opportunity, Not only will your personal reputation become more and more high, but your entire family will also be promoted. Isn't it wonderful that the three heroes of Tushan will gain both fame and wealth and leave their names in history?"
The three scholars looked at each other silently, feeling that Xia Jingyun became more and more fresh and pleasant in their hearts.
Seeing that the three of them were silent under such conditions, Mr. Fan increasingly thought that it was Xia Jingyun who had persuaded these three people, and he became anxious, "Three gentlemen, let's not talk about how powerful the British Duke and Concubine Shu are. Well, although the East Palace is still in office, the post is vacant and the East Palace has no help. The future great treasure will most likely belong to Prince Linjiang. Now that they have come with sincerity, it would be a pity if the three gentlemen do not know how to cherish it. . Not to mention that if you make a wrong move and defect to the enemy, I'm afraid the toast will turn into a fine drink, and it will be difficult to end!"
"You bastard!" Mr. Kongbi, who had the hottest temper, slapped the table directly, "What do you think I am! Are we all people who are just as obsessed with fame and wealth as you are? And you dare to make threats, even His Majesty will not act like this. , can the British Duke be greater than the Emperor?"
Mr. Wan Lin also frowned and said: "You talk about utilitarianism. You have been teaching in Zhongjing for many years, and you have learned such things?"
Mr. Linxi was the most mature and prudent, and the one who made the decision among the three. He said slowly: "We live here in seclusion, choose the good ones and teach them, not for the sake of wealth and glory. What's more, now that the prince is on the throne, the prince is stable. , there is no need to worry about fighting for position in the world. I absolutely disagree with your words. Please leave, and I will not send you far away."
Mr. Fan was stunned by what the three people said one after another. Before he came here, he had patted his chest with the British father. After hearing this, he quickly gave up and said, "I said the wrong thing, three gentlemen."
Mr. Kongbei interrupted directly, "Please come back! Liangcheng, see you off!"
The young man on the side immediately stretched out his hand and said, "Mr. Fan, please come back."
"Sir, this matter"
The young man took a step forward and said, "Mr. Fan, please come back!"
Mr. Fan had no choice but to stamp his feet angrily, turn around and leave.
"Please take these gifts with you too."
Mr. Fan looked at the young man's determined expression and waved his hand, "Let's go!"
A group of people carried things here and there, like a gust of wind blowing across the mountainside, leaving nothing behind except some thatch and some dust.
"It pales in comparison, it's a judgment call!"
The three of them walked out of the room and stood in front of the house. They watched Mr. Fan disappear at the end of the mountain road with the British government officials from a distance, and spoke slowly.
"Yes, with such a state of mind and such actions, if he ascends to the great treasure, how can he be a blessing to the people? I am afraid that he will directly burn down the already riddled Great Xia Dynasty."
"It seems that Concubine De may really be a better choice."
"The problem now is that both sides are targeting us, and we have to make a decision."
"I think Xia Gaoyang's suggestion is feasible."
"I also feel that in comparison, he is the one who really stands on our side and helps us think of countermeasures!"
"Then follow that method?"
"Can."
"good!"
(End of chapter)
