"Wait a minute," Yuan Xi thought to himself. This is one of the great pleasures in life, how could it be without the joy of playing the piano as a companion.
Seeing that the two girls were confused, Yuan Xi smiled and said, "Is there a piano in the house?"
"We don't have it, but the eldest lady's room has it. My sister is at home, so go and get it from her room." As she said that, she was about to go back. The remaining Tang Ji's pretty face turned red and she quickly caught up with her.
This time the two of them came back again not long after leaving, holding the exquisite guqin in their arms.
At the instruction of the two of them, Yuan Xi played a relatively soothing piece with a slightly passionate tone in the middle.
The two girls smiled at each other during his piano music. Their vermilion figures were as light as a young swallow. Accompanied by the faint sound of the piano, their jade hands simultaneously stretched out the long sword in the scabbard and threw the scabbard aside. Spin gently and start waving,
The two danced together first, and then in opposite directions. The long swords in their hands flashed as fast as lightning, and the sword light gleamed, blending with the red and delicate figures of the two women.
Liu Yan's white sword light drew an arc in the air. Tang Ji's waist|limbs fell randomly along with the sword light, but at the moment of landing, she quickly inserted the long sword into the ground, twisted her slender waist, and then raised her bare hands slightly. , surrounding the long sword inserted in the ground, surrounded by Liu Yan's silver-white sword light like a fairy.
The two of them were twisting and turning at this time, fighting like swordsmen going back and forth, but they looked so beautiful and moving in their eyes, which was heart-stirring.
Yuan Xi blinked. He had seen all kinds of weapons of men. He had also seen many good-looking dancers, but compared with the two women in front of him, they were far inferior.
A woman's sword dance is indeed not comparable to that of a strong man, and it does have a unique flavor.
The two women suddenly smiled towards him together. Yuan Xi was so drunk that before he could react, he saw Liu Yan's slender arms flying for just a moment. When she stood up, she made a flying fairy pose, holding in her hands Already took two scabbards.
At the same time, Tang Ji, who was dancing with her from behind, had two long swords in her hands at some point. Seeing Liu Yan's appearance, she chuckled, then threw out the long sword in her right hand and hit the scabbard. .
There was a clear "choking" sound, and when the long sword hit the scabbard, Princess Wannian, who was like a flying fairy, also threw the scabbard in her hand.
Then there was another "choking" sound, the sword dance ended, and the two women turned their heads at the same time.
Liu Yan on the right said crisply: "Husband, why don't you stop playing?"
Only then did Yuan Xi remember that he had just been watching and had forgotten about playing the piano.
Fortunately, he was also thick-skinned and praised: "The sword dance performed by the two ladies just now was so beautiful. Husband, I was so intoxicated that I forgot what I was going to do."
Both of them looked pretty and blushed, but Liu Yan still looked at her boldly, while Tang Ji lowered her head and looked at her toes.
The end of the year is in a hurry, and the new year is coming soon, and the time has come to the spring of the third year of Jian'an (198). Although the scourge of war has decimated people's livelihood in many places, the powerful still refuse to stop.
As soon as Chun was broadcast, Sun Jian, who had captured most of the counties in Danyang, sent Sun Ce and Zhou Yu to lead an army to attack Liyang in Jiujiang, while Yuan Shu sent troops from Shouchun to confront the Sun family's army and rely on Liyang.
After Cao Cao obtained the imperial edict, he mobilized 40,000 elite troops from the three eastern counties of Yanzhou to attack Xuzhou and confront Liu Bei against Pengcheng.
Everything went as expected by Yuan Xi and others, but the development of things will be far beyond Yuan Xi's expectations.
In the spring of the third year of Jian'an (198), the Han Emperor appointed Emperor Taizong Xuanwu as the governor of the four states of Hebei, and General Jin Wei as the general. Yang Xiu, the envoy of the Han Dynasty, said to others: "The only person who can rule the world is Yuan Xianyi." - "Book of Jin Taizong Xuanwu Emperor Ji"
In March of the third year of Jian'an in the Han Dynasty, Yecheng.
These days, envoys from the imperial court are not very popular, but I heard that the chariot was driven by Yang Xiu, the son of Taiwei Yang Biao. Everyone along the way gave him due respect. Famous Confucian scholars and wealthy children from all over the place invited him to come to his house, and there were many people who wanted to see him.
But Yang Xiu didn't dare to delay at all and refused all the invitations along the way. He rushed to Hebei with all his heart to resolve this possible catastrophe at the central and local levels.
Originally, Yang Xiu only needed to deliver the decree in Yecheng. Later, when he heard that Yuan Xi was going north to Jicheng for inspection, he thought of going north to Youzhou to visit Yuan Xi's old friend. Only then did Yuan Xi have the opportunity to meet Luoyang's big brother, the world-famous Dr. Yang Xiu, in Jicheng.
Yang Xiu, courtesy name Dezu, was a writer of the Eastern Han Dynasty. He was a native of Huayin (now Huayin, Shaanxi Province), Hongnong County, Silibu. He was the son of Taiwei Yang Biao, and his mother was Yuan (the great-granddaughter of Situ Yuan An). Yang Xiu was respectful, studious, talented, knowledgeable, and extremely intelligent. He had a good relationship with Yuan Xi in Luoyang when he was young.
Yang Xiu is the great-great-grandson of Yang Zhen and the son of Yang Biao. He comes from a family with hairpins for generations. "Book of the Later Han Dynasty" says that "from Zhen Zhi to Biao, he was the fourth Taiwei". He was studious and talented. During the Jian'an period, he was promoted as a filial and honest person. In addition to being a doctor, he later served as the chief registrar to Prime Minister Cao Cao. At that time, Cao Cao's military and state were in trouble, and Yang Xiu was responsible for internal and external affairs, which were all in line with Cao Cao's wishes. "Shishuoxinyu·Jiewu Chapter" contains four stories about Yang Xiu's talents, and his talents were even inferior to Cao Cao's.
On Yichou Day in March, Yang Xiu arrived in Jicheng. It brought the emperor's letter to Yuan Xi as the governor of the four states and the general. At the same time, there are also books made by the emperor who worshiped Gongsun Du, the prefect of Liaodong, as General Jianwei and Marquis of Yongning Township.
In order to appease himself, Cao Cao not only gave himself the position of general, but also arranged a nail in his backyard. It seems that Cao Cao made great efforts to contain himself.
In front of the emperor, it was recommended that Gongsun Du "become powerful overseas and spread his teachings to Di Yi" and be rewarded. This is how he came about.
Starting from March, things in Youzhou began to get on the right track. Yuan Mai, Tian Hong, Juhu, Shenrong, and Xinbi, who were ordered to inspect various counties, also carried out their work smoothly.
After the powerful forces who had been secretly obstructing his clan used Xian Yuyin, Kou Zhong, and Geng Di's troops to wipe out their clan, the remaining aristocratic families from all over the country settled down and actively cooperated with the work of a few people. The news soon came back at the end of March. There are more than 300,000 households in each county and a population of 1.7 million. There are also detailed information about powerful families, hermits, land, minerals, etc. in each county.
After nearly a month of hard work, Yuan Xi had a preliminary understanding of Youzhou under his control. During this period, Yuan Xi issued a recruitment order as the governor of the four states, and gradually recruited scholars from various places as officials according to the rosters reported by several people.
Zhuojun, Lu Yu, Guangyang Xu Miao, Han Guan, Manyou, Youbei Pingchengdong, Liaoxi Han Rong, Daijun Han Yan, Hejian Xingyong who lived in seclusion in Youzhou, Wen Hui, son of Wen Shu, the former prefect of Zhuojun, As well as dozens of children from aristocratic families in various counties, they wanted to calm the hearts of the people of Youzhou.
At this time, the emperor worshiped Yuan Xi as the governor of the four states, and news of the general also spread. Aristocratic families from all over the country also began to accept Yuan Xi, and many people set off to Jicheng one after another. They happened to catch up with Yang Xiu in Jicheng, and Jicheng was bustling with people. In order to see the emperor's elegance, many scholars came from all directions. come over.
On the tenth day of April, after receiving the emperor's approval, Yuan Xi officially opened the palace and gave Yuan Xi his title, which was legal.
Yuan Xi appointed his wife's brother Gao Rou as the governor of Bingzhou, Tian Chou as the governor of Youzhou, Guoyuan as the governor of Qingzhou, and Tian Feng as the governor of Jizhou.
Wang Ling is the governor of Bing, Xian Yufu is the governor of You, Chen Deng is the governor of Qing, and Liu He is the governor of Hebei.
Xinbi is the chief administrator and is responsible for military affairs around Jicheng.
Xing Yong was in charge of promoting learning, and Han Yan was in charge of classical studies, and they were jointly responsible for education matters.
Yuan Mai was the prefect of Zhuojun, Juhu was the prefect of Daijun, and Manyou was the magistrate of Daijun; Tian Hong was the prefect of Shanggu, and Yan Rou was the captain of the Wuhuan School to lead the Hu Qiying camp and be responsible for Youzhou's negotiations with the Hu people. matters.
Shen Rong was the prefect of Yuyang, Xu Miao was the Diannong Xiaowei to assist Xin Pi, Han Guan was the magistrate of Shangdang County, Tian Yu was the prefect of You Beiping, supervising the affairs of Liaoxi County, and Wen Hui was the magistrate of Beiping County to assist Tian Yu. Focus on operating Jieshi Port.
Lu Yu worked as a lieutenant in the Hou General's Mansion. He would return to Yecheng to take up a position with Jia Xu and Chen Lin. Han Rong was the magistrate of Jinyang County, and Cheng Dong was the Army Sima, and was placed in charge of the army.
Zhen Yao was Si Jin Zhonglang General. This official position was specially created by Yuan Xi for his wife and brother. He was responsible for handling money and food matters for Youzhou.
All the old troops were given the rank of captain and were responsible for leading the army. However, Xu Chu was appointed as the Colonel of Huwei, and Zhu Gongdao was appointed as the Colonel of Huben to show his favor.
On April 15, the third year of Jian'an (197), Yuan Xi hosted a banquet for guests at the Governor's Mansion. On the one hand, he communicated with the ministers to show his praise for the old department and the attention he paid to the newcomers, and on the other hand, it was for Yang who came from the imperial court. Repair the wind and wash away the dust.
After three rounds of wine during the banquet, Yang Xiu was already slightly drunk, so he got up and said: Since ancient times, it has been said that Yan and Zhao have many generous and tragic people. The cultivator is not confident and thinks that the words of his predecessors are false. However, since traveling north today, the scenery along the way has been very touching. Only then did we know that the words of many scholars in Hebei were true. I am so lucky to be able to gather with all the wise men today. I am so lucky to be here. The mountains and rivers in Hebei are magnificent and eye-opening to Xiu. I came across a miscellaneous poem recently, and I hope you will correct it.
At the head of Yanyan Zhongshan Mountain, there is a illustrious Yantian Road.
Gaoming Yaoyun Gate, the distant view is scorching cold.
The nobles and nobles have their roots firmly established.
Lu Wang, an old man, is so sophisticated.
Guan Zhong was a small prisoner, and he could only make great achievements.
There is nothing ordinary about life, but it suffers from age.
Fortunately, I have an unworthy body, and I am like a tiger.
An Neng suffered a lot and lived in the same house as the world.
From careless details, mediocre people laugh at me.
After the song was finished, the audience burst into joy. As a master of the Han Dynasty, Yang Xiu had a profound foundation in writing.
Lu Yu stood up and clapped his hands and said: "What a Yang Dezu, what a man who is lucky enough to have a shameless body and act like a tiger."
"Such a beautiful sentence and literary work should be revealed."
Lu Yu and Yang Xiu had known each other for a long time in the Imperial Academy of Luoyang. They were both teenagers with green hair back then. Now six or seven years have passed. They never thought they would have the chance to see each other again, but this time it was a reunion of old friends.
"Good verses are made by nature, and they come by chance. Dezu is worthy of being the next master after Mr. Bo Zhe." But it was Yuan Xi who spoke.
"Good verses are made by nature, but come by chance with good hands. This line from Xian Yi is comparable to the poem by De Zu. Mr. Bo Zhe is a great scholar in the world. No matter how much you practice, you will be able to do it. I dare to compare with him."
"Sir, this is a fallacy. My father once said that the famous works of Yang Taiwei and his son are known as Confucianism in the world. They are the model of scholars and the best scholars of the country. They are the great Confucianists after Cai Bojie. When it comes to Confucian articles, Yang Taiwei Not inferior to Cai Bozhe, when it comes to imparting knowledge and teachings, Yang Taiwei has many talents. Mr. Bozhe has disciples all over the world. He said that although his daughter-in-law is a daughter, her talents and learning are as good as any male. Shanyang Wang Can and Gu Yong of Wu County were all outstanding men of the time, but Lieutenant Yang is not as good as the Cai family in this regard." Lu Yu said after getting Yuan Xi's hint.
Lu Yu's father was the late Beizhonglang general Lu Zhi, a great scholar as famous as Cai Bojie. And Taiwei Yang was Yang Xiu's father. Yang Biao.
"Uh..." Yang Xiu's face suddenly became confused. It is disrespectful to talk about a father before the Son of Man.
"Alas, how can the Zi family be so presumptuous. In order to live in an elegant way, one must first examine the period of concealment and appearance to determine the origin. Otherwise, the purse should be kept to protect one's body, and the Tai should practice righteousness to achieve his goal. Yang Taiwei and his son He is so talented that ordinary people like us can't understand it. If he doesn't accept a disciple now, it doesn't mean he won't accept a disciple to teach in the future. And what he does is beyond our imagination." Yuan Xi pretended. He came out to rescue Yang Xiu and scolded Lu Yu.
"My lord, what Yu said is from the bottom of his heart. How dare you comment on the master because you are so despicable? It is a great pity for Mr. Wen Xian that Taiwei Yang is famous all over the world but has no disciples." Lu Yu still looked confident. .
Yang Xiu's originally gentle expression turned serious again, and he sat there in vain, wanting to get angry but caring about his face, so he had to hold it in his heart.
"Zijia, you drank too much, you should go back and rest first!" Tian Chou comforted Lu Yu, who kept mumbling and became more and more outrageous. At the same time, he winked at Yuan Xi.
"I didn't drink much, I'm not drunk!" Lu Yu refused to admit, shouting, "I'm very sober, I'm not drunk! Mr. Wenxian should consider recruiting apprentices to give lectures. Otherwise, a hundred years later, all his writings and knowledge will be buried in the ground. ”
It's true that he didn't drink much, just too much.
"Come here! Help Zijia go back to her room and rest."
With no other choice, Yuan Xi had no choice but to call someone and force Lu Yu away. The eyes of the monarch and the minister met, and the smile in their eyes was only visible to them.
In this way, it finally became quiet, but what's the use? Everyone was happy at the banquet, but now it's long gone.
Yang Xiu suddenly stood up. Everyone was confused, not knowing what the general wanted to do, and they all looked ahead.
"I have some small things to do. You can continue drinking."
With that said, Tian Chou slowly walked out of the main hall. After signaling to Yuan Xi, Tian Chou followed closely. Outside, the crescent moon is like a hook, the sky is full of stars, and the air is fresh and sweet.
Yang Xiu just looked up slightly at the magnificent and coquettish sky in the northern border of the Han Dynasty, wanting to forget the troubles just now. Behind him, Tian Chou chased him.
"Dezu, Lu Zi's family has a lot of trouble, so you should be more tolerant in your words."
Yang Xiu looked at the sky and stared at the new moon, thought for a while, nodded and said softly: "The Lu family is right, my father should consider recruiting apprentices to teach. It has been almost eight years since Cai Bojie passed away. , the world still remembers him. His disciples live in the north and south of the Yangtze River, and his reputation and knowledge are also spread all over the country. Not to compete with Cai Bozhe, but for the sake of my Yang family's knowledge to be passed down to the world, I also want to persuade my father to consider this matter When I return to Xuchang this time, I will persuade my father to resign to the emperor and gather his disciples to give lectures."
"Since Dong Zhuo's rebellion, the Imperial College has been destroyed, and all the canons and articles have been scattered. Many scholars from all over the world have Huai Xie's books and have fled to Linsu, and the Imperial College has been scattered. If Yang Taiwei can recruit apprentices and give lectures, the scholars in the world will be very lucky. , scholars all over the world have hope." Tian Chou is also a mature man, so he flattered him at the right time.
"Zitai, you have learned to be so flattering."
"Oh, hahahaha..." The two looked at each other and smiled.
Later, Yang Biao retreated to the second line, providing a huge power vacuum for Yuan Xi to control the central government. This is a story later.
On April 18, Yuan Xi left Tianchou to take charge of the daily affairs of Youzhou and take charge of the affairs of the governor's office. Accompanied by Xian Yufu, he was accompanied by the guards commander Xu Chu and Zhu Gongdao, who led three hundred tiger guards to accompany him for protection, and traveled eastward with the angel Yang Xiu.
