Eighteen miles west of Xianyang, Bailu Mountain.
Bailu Academy is on the mountain.
Han Qianqiu and Xunzi are both on the mountain now.
Because of Xunzi's arrival, many scholars gathered in Bailu Mountain, making the originally deserted Bailu Mountain become prosperous. The most obvious change is that houses have been built in the open and flat areas near the river at the foot of Bailu Mountain.
Many people live here.
When there are more people, there is demand. Countless scholars gathered in Bailu Mountain, which is why so many new houses were built. As for Bailu Academy, which is halfway up the mountain, it is the residence of many great scholars.
At the foot of Bailu Mountain, a carriage was driving.
Liu Gui was sitting in the carriage.
Liu Gui looked a little uneasy. He was already an older man, and he had served as the prince of Qi State's sacrificial wine, which was considered a high position of authority. People like him have long been able to achieve calmness of mind. Now the closer I get to Bailu Mountain, the more worried I feel.
He doesn't know what the teacher's attitude will be like when facing him?
He doesn't know what his senior brother's attitude is?
Liu Gui's thoughts were flying, and he was thinking in his heart. Suddenly the carriage stopped: "Master, we are already at the foot of Bailu Mountain."
Only then did Liu Gui come back to his senses.
call! !
Liu Gui let out a sigh of relief.
"Everything is done with a clear conscience. As long as I do it, no matter what the attitude of the teachers and senior brothers is, I will just try my best."
Liu Gui made a decision.
He got off the carriage and saw a large number of houses under Bailu Mountain. He saw many people coming and going, but he didn't feel anything strange. Outside Jixia Academy, countless people also gathered, forming a lively market.
It’s similar here in Bailu Mountain.
Liu Gui first set up the carriage and then led the people to climb the mountain.
The road up the mountain was not very steep, and the mountain was open. Liu Gui successfully climbed the mountain and arrived outside Bailu Academy. Looking at the magnificent White Deer Academy, he couldn't help but admire it in his heart. It was indeed the Confucian holy land of Qin.
Liu Gui didn't have the intention to look carefully. He came to the entrance of the academy, looked at the concierge, and said directly: "Please inform Han Qianqiu that junior brother Liu Gui came from Linzi, Qi State, to pay homage to his mentor."
When the concierge heard about it, he turned out to be Dean Han's junior brother.
This is amazing.
"Wait."
The concierge turned quickly to make the announcement.
After a short time, Han Qianqiu came out in a hurry. Although he was a little old, his energy was very good. When Han Qianqiu saw Liu Gui, he looked happy and said, "Junior brother, it's great that you also come to Bailu Mountain. Now, our senior brothers can get together again."
Liu Gui saluted and said, "Greetings to senior brother."
Han Qianqiu took Liu Gui's hand and said with a smile: "Brothers, what are you doing? Let's go, let's go, the teacher is in the academy. The teacher also mentioned you before, saying that you were alone in Qi State, and he was a little worried. If the teacher knows that you are here, he will definitely be happy."
Liu Gui smiled faintly, but followed Han Qianqiu in. The two entered the academy and went straight to Xunzi's courtyard.
Han Qianqiu and Liu Gui stood still and saluted together.
Xunzi was almost eighty years old, but he was in good spirits. When he saw Liu Gui coming, a smile appeared on his old face and he said, "Liu Gui has also come to Qin. That's good. That's good."
Liu Gui lifted up his robe, knelt on the ground and said, "Teacher, this disciple is guilty."
Xunzi asked: "What crime do you have?"
Liu Gui knocked his head on the ground and reported: "After the teacher left Jixia Academy, many people criticized the teacher. The disciples heard the news but did not take care of it. Later, Lin Yuantu took over the Jixia Academy and held a wine ceremony. He criticizes teachers and accuses them of many crimes."
"At that time, because I wanted to compile the history books of Qi State, I was worried that I would have a conflict with Lin Yuantu, which would affect the revision of the books, so I sat back and ignored it. I have disobeyed the teacher's teachings. I really feel unworthy of the teacher and ask the teacher to punish me."
His head hit the ground directly and he kowtowed three times in a row.
He looked guilty.
The teacher treated him like a teacher and a father, and supported him at all costs. In the end, he just sat back and ignored it, which was unreasonable.
Xunzi stroked the sparse gray beard under his chin and said with a smile: "For me, reputation is like a floating cloud. It is something external to the body and not worth mentioning. If you care too much about reputation, you will only be burdened by it, so there is no need to worry about it. "
"The world slanders me, slanders me, insults me, bullies me, but I am completely different from myself. What will happen to him in another ten years?"
"This is for you."
"Don't care too much about your life and work. If you can have a normal mind and relax, everything will be fine. If you care about everything, don't think about doing anything anymore. Instead, you will be burdened by these trivial things."
Xunzi waved his hand and said, "Get up."
“The teacher’s teachings should be kept in mind by the disciples.”
Liu Gui said: "No matter what, I should not have lost my original intention. If my junior brother hadn't gone to Qi State to argue with Lin Yuantu, which made Lin Yuantu speechless, and his words woke me up, I’m afraid this disciple has fallen into the world of fame and fortune.”
Xunzi's gray brows rose.
He smiled softly. He had many disciples in his life, and the one he was most proud of was Lin Feng, a close disciple.
In terms of talent, temperament and temperament, he is the best choice.
Xunzi said: "Although Xiaojiu is young, he experienced hardships when he was young, and later experienced life and death. Although he has experienced hardships, it is hardships that have made you successful. Only those who can withstand great hardships will achieve great success. "
Liu Gui said: "My junior brother's character is indeed amazing."
Xunzi waved his hand and said: "Get up, it's not a big deal."
"Here!"
Liu Gui then stood up.
Han Qianqiu saw this scene in his eyes and didn't say much. The teacher didn't say anything, and it was hard for him to express his opinion.
"Report!"
At this moment, a burst of footsteps came in. After entering, the attendant stood still and reported: "Dean, Lin Feng, the Duke of the State, is asking for an audience."
"Please."
Han Qianqiu ordered.
He looked at Xunzi and said with a smile: "Teacher, I find it incredible when talking about my junior brother. He is already the Duke of Qin, which is an almost unparalleled title in the civil and military affairs of Qin. It is said that the emperor asked him to be the minister of the Ministry of Works. He was unwilling to do so, so he was made Duke of the State."
Xunzi stroked his beard and said: "Fame and wealth are nothing but clouds. It's a good thing to look down on fame and fortune. Xiaojiu has his own way and knows exactly what he wants, so let him go for it. When he needs me, this old bone of mine can Just a little help, that’s enough.”
Han Qianqiu said: "Teacher is right."
Liu Gui saw this scene in his eyes and his mind was spinning. In addition to coming to plead guilty to Xunzi, he also had to facilitate Qin and Qi to send troops to attack.
In addition, Xunzi and Lin Feng must be poached to Qi.
Looking at this situation, it’s a bit difficult.
Not long after, Lin Feng strode in. As soon as he entered and was about to speak, he saw Liu Gui, his smile faded, he nodded slightly, and then saluted Xunzi.
"Xiao Jiu is here, and it just so happens that your senior brother Liu is here. It's rare for the four of us, master and apprentice, to get together."
Xunzi's face was full of smiles.
There are nine disciples under him, but many disciples have their own affairs. And some of them have already died of illness. Now that he could have three disciples by his side, it was a great joy for Xunzi, who was nearly eighty years old.
Lin Feng said: "Teacher is right. It is indeed rare for us brothers and sisters to gather together by Teacher's side."
Han Qianqiu said: "I will immediately arrange for people to prepare a banquet. We will get drunk before resting."
"You can rest after getting drunk."
Liu Gui also spoke.
Han Qianqiu went to make arrangements. It didn't take long. His attendants brought wine and food, and the four masters and disciples gathered together. Xunzi was the first to raise his glass and said with a smile: "Xifengzui was sent by Xiaojiu. There is a sufficient supply. This wine is not sold on the market, so I can only drink it by myself. I can't bear to drink, so you can have a drink or two, you can do as you like."
He picked up the wine bottle and took a sip.
"Teacher."
Lin Feng, Han Qianqiu and Liu Gui all toasted.
The three of them drank a glass of wine.
Lin Feng watched Xunzi drinking, and his mind started to spin. At the teacher's age, he drank very little and could only taste it lightly.
Drinking a little less of this wine will have certain benefits.
Especially medicinal wine.
Lin Feng thought of medicinal wine, and the idea of making medicinal wine immediately came to mind. He studied Chinese medicine and knew many medicinal wine formulas. If you can pick wild ginseng during this period, you can make medicinal wine using ginseng as the main ingredient and some other medicinal materials to make wine.
With medicated wine, drinking a little every day can prolong your life and maintain your body.
Lin Feng had this idea and temporarily suppressed his thoughts, drinking and chatting with Xunzi, Han Qianqiu and Liu Gui. After three rounds of wine and five dishes, the atmosphere gradually became lively. Liu Gui put down the wine bottle and took the initiative: "Teacher, I entered Qin from Qi State. What I saw and heard gave me some ideas."
Xunzi said: "Tell me about it."
Han Qianqiu also looked at Liu Gui, with a thoughtful look on his face. Did Liu Gui come to Qin simply to apologize to the teacher?
I'm afraid not.
Han Qianqiu just watched.
Lin Feng also watched quietly. He also wanted to see what Liu Gui's intention was in coming here this time.
