"The national master has become a Confucian saint??"
Such news was like a thunder suddenly exploding in the silent night, and all the officials present were shocked and numb.
It was as incredible as a three-year-old child suddenly becoming the number one scholar.
On weekdays, everyone privately complains about the Imperial Preceptor. The most common complaint is that the Imperial Preceptor does not study and has no ink in his stomach.
Now it's good, he has become the ancestor of scholars.
That’s a Confucian sage! !
How many saints have been produced throughout the ages?
It is simply a mountain that cannot be looked up to! !
The highest achievement of a scholar, winning three yuan in a row, is nothing compared to becoming a saint.
This caused the civil and military officials to not believe the news for a while.
"Is this true or false?"
"Impossible? How could the Imperial Master become a Confucian sage? Is it a mistake?"
"But this vision in heaven is too exaggerated. If someone hadn't been sanctified, how could such a vision have happened?"
For a while, the civil and military officials were talking quietly below, not wanting to believe it directly.
"Are you questioning me?"
The words just came from Zhu Di's mouth, and Zhu Di frowned and asked.
"Your Majesty, I don't dare to do that."
All the officials knelt down one after another, and Yang Shiqi explained: "This news is really shocking. We can't imagine that a saint suddenly appeared, and he was also a master of the country."
Yang Shiqi's relationship with Li Xiao was relatively good, but even he couldn't believe the news.
"snort."
Zhu Di looked at Ji Gang, asking him to explain the situation.
In fact, Zhu Di himself didn't believe it.
But Ji Gang has always been prudent in doing things. Now that he has said it, it will almost never be wrong.
For a moment, Zhu Di was also a little curious, why did Li Xiao suddenly become a Confucian sage?
It’s so outrageous that I don’t even dare to think about it.
Ji Gang hurriedly raised his hands and said: "Back to the Holy Spirit, this morning is the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the establishment of Beiqing University."
Zhu Di nodded slightly: "I know, I also sent several officials from the Ministry of Rites to congratulate you."
Ji Gang continued: "That's it, the ribbon-cutting was in progress, and suddenly the great scholar Kong Maoxue led a group of Confucian scholars to go to the National Preceptor to reason. They wore sackcloth and mourning, and carried knives on their bodies. I think they went to stop it with the intention of death. "
Hearing this, Zhu Di was slightly startled, then burst out laughing and said: "This old guy Kong Maoxue has a lot of backbone, but he didn't expect that Li Xiao would become a saint, right? Then this old guy won't be the only Li Xiao in the future. Are you following your lead?"
"That's right, Your Majesty."
Ji Gang continued: "In the beginning, Li Xiao argued with the great Confucian Kong Maoxue. In the end, Kong Maoxue fell behind and started to mess around. Then Zhao Wang Zhu Gaosui came forward and planned to arrest him. The gang took out short knives. He committed suicide, and the National Preceptor was magnanimous and asked King Zhao to step down, thus preventing this tragedy from happening."
Following Ji Gang's telling.
It was very quiet outside Fengtian Hall.
All officials, including Zhu Di, listened very carefully for fear of omitting something.
All the officials were extremely shocked. Li Xiao was really powerful. He could argue with the great Confucian Kong Maoxue. That man was very eloquent.
Wait, no, if Li Xiao was really a Confucian sage, wouldn't he be able to reason with Kong Mao?
Ji Gang continued: "In the end, Li Xiao relied on his own reasoning to convince Kong Maoxue, and then Kong Maoxue tried to give in. He was willing to teach Confucianism at Beiqing University, and the National Teachers agreed immediately.
However, the Imperial Master requested that his New Confucianism must be used.
Kong Maoxue was so angry that he was ready to die to prove his ambition, and then asked the national teacher to explain his New Confucianism."
Speaking of this, everyone became more serious and seemed to have reached a critical point.
Ji Gang paused, thinking about the scene he just watched at the scene, he was also shocked, showing a dumb look, and said:
"I really didn't expect that after the Imperial Master spoke the first sentence, the color of the heaven and earth immediately changed, a vision was born above his head, and he himself radiated brilliance. Kong Maoxue was immediately stunned. He recognized this as a sign of sanctification and immediately knelt down. Earth, with his disciples, listen to the Word!”
hiss.
All civil and military officials took a breath of cold air.
In this way, Li Xiao has really become a saint.
Even the contemporary great Confucian Yanshenggong Kong Maoxue knelt down to listen to the holy words.
The truth he said must be a great truth, otherwise how could he be born with a vision?
"Okay!!! Great!! Hahahaha!!!"
After hearing this, Zhu Di was completely reassured and laughed wildly: "My son-in-law is a saint, hahaha. After Confucius, Mencius and Zhu, there were also saints in the Ming Dynasty. My son-in-law is the fourth generation of Confucian saints!!! I am The father of the saint!!”
"Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
Civil and military officials no longer dared to raise any doubts.
If you question the saint, isn’t that a serious illness?
They knelt down together and congratulated: "Congratulations to Your Majesty, once a saint comes to the world in the Yongle Dynasty of the Ming Dynasty, he will be praised by future generations! The Ming Dynasty will last ten thousand years, and the saint will last ten thousand years!"
"Hahaha" Zhu Di was overjoyed and looked at Ji Gang and said: "Ji Gang, do you still remember what the Imperial Master said about New Confucianism?"
"This minister only remembers the first sentence, the rest is too profound," Ji Gang said.
Zhu Di said: "Tell me and listen."
Ji Gang said: "In knowing, there is action, and in doing, there is knowledge. Examine and govern, and knowledge and action are unified."
The words fell.
All civil and military officials felt that this sentence contained great truth, but with their talents and learning, they were unable to understand its meaning for a while.
"In knowing, there is action, and in doing, there is knowledge. Examine and govern, and knowledge and action are unified."
Zhu Di was also murmuring to himself, thinking about the meaning of this sentence, but he didn't understand it. Thinking that it was his son-in-law, he could ask at any time, and there was no rush.
He was very proud, looked at the officials, and said with a smile: "You scholars, you still gossip in private on weekdays. Do you really think that I don't know? How about now, don't you feel guilty?"
The implication is that you usually say that Lao Zhu’s family doesn’t study, and the Ming Dynasty’s imperial masters don’t study either.
What now? A scholar from Lao Zhu's family became a Confucian sage directly. Don't you be ashamed!
After he finished speaking, those who usually complained about Li Xiao lowered their heads in shame.
"Lv Zhen listens to the order," Zhu Di said.
"Your Majesty Lu Zhen is here." Lu Zhen, now the Minister of Rites, stood up.
"The Ming Dynasty is about to implement New Confucianism. Confucian ideas should be obtained from the national teachers as soon as possible, printed in books, and announced to the world. Whether it is the imperial examination or the national examination, the content of Confucianism will be taken from this New Confucianism."
Zhu Di ordered this.
Since the fourth generation of Confucian sage appeared in the Ming Dynasty, Zhu Di naturally wanted to promote New Confucianism, not to mention that this Confucian sage was his son-in-law.
Zhu Di knew without thinking that Li Xiao's New Confucianism must have emerged to better meet the needs of current development. He was not worried about this.
"I'll be here early this morning."
After giving the instructions, Zhu Di waved his hand, looked at the eunuch next to him and said, "Hongwu Palace."
Naturally, such great news must be told to the Supreme Emperor as soon as possible.
Thinking of how happy Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang was after hearing such news, Zhu Di couldn't help but feel happy.
"Retreat!"
The eunuch shouted loudly, and then immediately led Zhu Di to Hongwu Palace.
"Congratulations, Your Majesty!"
All civil and military officials still knelt down.
After Zhu Di was far away, most people were still kneeling on the ground, their hearts full of shock.
Without him, the sudden appearance of a saint was already shocking news to these scholars who had passed the imperial examination, let alone the fact that this Confucian saint was also a master of the Ming Dynasty.
Envy, jealousy, adoration, regret.
Countless emotions are reflected on Baiguan's face.
Come to think of it,
I'm afraid it will take time to digest this kind of news.
Royal Palace, Hongwu Palace.
The Supreme Emperor Zhu Yuanzhang was lying on a recliner, just lying down, looking up at the vision of heaven and earth, with a smile on his face.
Although he didn't know what the vision was.
But no matter how you look at it, it looks like a good sign.
After all, the rainbow, cranes and other sights in the sky all represent good fortune.
"Father, father!"
Zhu Di came in a hurry.
"Fourth, you came at the right time. Come and watch with us. Look at the vision in the sky. Our Ming Dynasty is prosperous!"
Zhu Yuanzhang lay on the chair, motionless, and kept staring at the vision in the sky.
"Father, our Ming Dynasty is naturally prosperous because today a saint was born in our Ming Dynasty!"
Zhu Di got straight to the point and announced the good news directly.
Hearing this, Zhu Yuanzhang stood up from the recliner, stared at Zhu Di, and said happily: "Sage comes out, tell me quickly, what is going on?"
Zhu Di did not show off, and said directly: "Following the three saints of Confucius, Mencius, and Zhu Xi, our Ming Dynasty gave birth to the fourth saint, and it is none other than your grandson-in-law Li Xiao."
"Li Li Xiao???"
Zhu Yuanzhang was immediately stunned, just like when Zhu Di first heard the news, he said excitedly: "Li Xiao, become a Confucian saint?? Are you kidding us?"
Zhu Di said: "Father, who am I joking with? I dare not joke with you. This is absolutely true. At this moment, Kong Maoxue is kneeling in front of Li Xiao, listening to the holy words."
Zhu Di directly explained the whole process in detail.
After listening, Zhu Yuanzhang almost jumped up with excitement.
If he hadn't been so old now and holding a cane, he might have really jumped up.
"What!!!! Li Xiao became the fourth generation Confucian sage!"
"Hahahaha, my old Zhu family has a scholar, and he is also the ancestor of scholars. This is so surprising."
Zhu Yuanzhang was so happy that he couldn't speak clearly.
He was so happy that he walked with his crutches, looked at the sky, then looked at Zhu Di, and cursed: "Old Fourth, Old Fourth, you are really lucky. Find a son-in-law who is capable of governing the world." He said that he is still the fourth generation saint in this world. It is difficult for my Ming Dynasty not to prosper!!!"
Zhu Di smiled and said, "That's right, Dad, the child's eyesight is not bad."
Zhu Yuanzhang smiled and said: "Okay, that's great!! When we first met this boy, we felt that he had an indescribable wisdom. We felt that this boy had great potential and would definitely bring good luck to the Ming Dynasty. But we didn't expect it. , he is actually a Confucian sage, that’s a Confucian sage!!”
Zhu Di smiled and said: "Now the reform of the imperial examination will be easier to deal with. Who dares to disobey the words of the Confucian sage?"
This is true. For example, if Confucius was alive, all his words would be golden words. Scholars all over the world would imitate his thoughts. Which scholar would disobey a sage?
But now, Li Xiao has become a Confucian sage, which is no different from Confucius in this world. Who dares not to listen to the words of the sage?
"Okay! Great!"
Zhu Yuanzhang immediately ordered: "Fourth brother, quickly build a new Confucius temple for Li Xiao in the capital. By the way, erect a sculpture and a monument for him for the world's scholars to admire, and for future generations to admire!! Announce this news to the world!"
"New Confucius Temple."
Zhu Di's eyes lit up and he immediately understood Zhu Yuanzhang's intention and said: "Father, you are very thoughtful! I will make arrangements immediately!"
Zhu Yuanzhang laughed again, maybe he was too happy. This smile caused him to cross his breath. His face suddenly changed and he coughed twice, turning pale.
"Father, what's wrong with you? This is"
Zhu Di walked over with great concern and helped him, his face full of worry.
Now Zhu Di has ascended to the position of Dabao normally, and Zhu Yuanzhang has abdicated long ago. There is no contradiction or estrangement between father and son, and it seems that father and son have deep love.
"It's okay, it's an old problem." Zhu Yuanzhang waved his hand.
"Father, how about I ask Li Xiao to come over and show you?" Zhu Di said.
Zhu Yuanzhang's expression changed and he said: "Absolutely not, Fourth Brother, are you confused? Li Xiao is setting up the Holy Word right now, how can he interrupt it because of me, a dying old man?"
"Father, please take care of your body."
Zhu Di nodded slightly, but felt a little distressed in his heart. Now that his father is old and his body is getting older, the heroes of the past cannot withstand the ravages of time.
"It's nothing serious, just rest for a while."
Speaking of this, Zhu Yuanzhang thought of something and ordered: "Seeing that the vision is not over yet, Li Xiao should still be setting up the Holy Word. Send people to protect him quickly. Don't be interrupted by people with ulterior motives."
"Don't worry, father." Zhu Di said: "Today, I specially sent soldiers to protect me, and Zhu Gaosui was also present."
"With Gao Sui here, we can rest assured."
Zhu Yuanzhang nodded and ordered: "Okay, you can go down and we can be quiet here by ourselves."
After saying that, he lay down on the chair again and looked up at the vision in the sky. However, there were more and more wrinkles on his face. His body was weak, his hair was gray, and his breath was weak, making him look particularly desolate.
"Why"
Zhu Di sighed, looking at this situation.
He knew in his heart that his father might not be alive for a few more days, and he couldn't help but feel uncomfortable thinking about this.
"If you have a chance, let Li Xiao come over and take a look."
Thinking like this, Zhu Di had just taken a few steps when he heard the eunuch behind him shouting: "The Supreme Emperor, the Supreme Emperor is not good, the Supreme Emperor has fainted."
Zhu Di's expression changed and he hurriedly turned around and ran away.
His father was lying on the recliner, as angry as a thread, like a candle with half left in front of the wind.
Things happened so fast that Zhu Di was so uncomfortable that he couldn't speak for a while.
But Zhu Yuanzhang used his last breath of strength to say: "We must not disturb Li Xiaocheng. Let him finish before coming back. We. We want to see him one last time."
After saying that, he passed out!
In front of the school gate square of Beiqing University.
At this moment, countless people were kneeling on the ground.
Listen to Li Xiao talk about the new Confucian thought, the so-called Xin Xue, the unity of knowledge and action.
Li Xiao still maintained the attitude of an expert and continued to lecture.
With his intelligence points and full attributes, he has a very good memory and almost has a photographic memory. The reason why he can say that he has learned it from his mind is because the system has refreshed it.
Last night, Li Xiao spent the whole night reciting the Xinxue.
By morning, Li Xiao had memorized everything by heart.
Just to cope with today's situation, I want to persuade Kong Maoxue with reason.
But in fact, the effect at this moment was beyond Li Xiao's expectation.
The reason why heaven and earth have visions.
It's because of the use of props that were previously brushed out from the system.
[The great truth, the vision of heaven and earth (when you say the wise sayings that transcend the times, visions will come from the sky). Consume 20 million points. 】
But Li Xiao didn't expect that this vision would be so terrifying.
It's not in vain that I spent more than 20 million yuan, just to pretend to be... ah, just to show off to others.
And the effect of the manifestation before this man was surprisingly good because of the horror of the vision.
Li Xiao originally just wanted to persuade the other party with reason, but unexpectedly the other party knelt down to him and said that he was a Confucian sage.
This was something Li Xiao had not considered.
Sigh. Although he felt a little shameless, he thought that being named a Confucian sage would make the reform of the imperial examination easier, and Li Xiao readily accepted it.
The most important thing is that he can finally spread his thoughts.
That is to say, this mind science will come out in advance.
In fact, mind science can also be used in future generations, and it is very practical.
Although Wang Yangming's theory of "unity of knowledge and action" is essentially a theory of moral cultivation and moral practice, it is based on the Confucian thinking logic and tradition of "cultivating oneself to bring peace to the people" and "inner sage and outer king". , to put it bluntly, is the unification of theory and practice.
In addition, the theory of "unity of knowledge and action" is also useful for the current anti-corruption campaign, advocating "the integration of conscience" and "unity of knowledge and action" to improve the ethics of officials.
The result of the unity of knowledge and action is that since people have a kind heart, they must do good deeds.
If you have good deeds, you must have a good heart.
If only scholars all over the world could learn the art of mind in advance and carry it forward.
Li Xiao believes that he will benefit generations to come!
Yes, that’s it!
After Wang Yangming created the theory of mind, he failed to spread it immediately, and later generations gave him the title of saint.
But I can use this vision of heaven and earth and the authority in my hands to carry forward my inner learning!
At this time, the group of scholars on the street just ran to the scene.
There were almost ten thousand people, and even more were common people.
The literati ran over in an angry manner, preparing to build a reputation for Kong Mao, but he was dumbfounded when he arrived.
As long as you are not stupid, you can tell that the great scholar Kong Maoxue is listening to Li Xiao's reasoning.
It was not Kong Mao Xue who became a saint at all.
Could it be the National Preceptor?
But this is too incredible.
For some reason, when they arrived and saw so many people kneeling at the scene, they couldn't help but kneel down too, and then tens of thousands of people knelt down one after another.
"Okay, I'm done with today's lecture."
Li Xiao spent an hour, and his mouth was almost on fire. He finally finished explaining all his thoughts. He waved his hand and said so.
As the words fell, the vision finally began to stop.
"We are waiting to see the Confucian sage of the Ming Dynasty!!!"
Kong Maoxue stood up, then adjusted his clothes and appearance, took off his mourning clothes, threw them aside, and knelt down again.
"We are waiting to see the Confucian sage of the Ming Dynasty!!!"
The respected master acknowledged it, so these Confucian scholars naturally did not dare to neglect and knelt down one after another.
The group of scholars who came were dumbfounded.
They didn't expect that Li Xiao would really become a Confucian sage!
Without thinking, they knelt down one after another, and then all the people also knelt down in rows.
Even Zhu Gaosui in the distance knelt down.
Damn it, your brother-in-law has become a saint, why don’t you kowtow to one?
Then, a deafening sound sounded, and everyone spoke in unison.
"We are waiting to see the Confucian sage of the Ming Dynasty!!!"
Li Xiao nodded slightly and raised his hand: "Please get up."
Everyone then stood up respectfully.
Kong Maoxue handed over his hands and said in shame: "My knowledge is shallow today. I offend the Confucian sage today. Please forgive me!"
"It doesn't matter. Learning is about arguing with each other to find out the truth."
Li Xiao smiled and waved his hands, indicating that it didn't matter. Then he looked at Kong Maoxue and said, "Kong Daru, can this new Confucianism be passed down to the world?"
"A great scholar is too ashamed to deserve it!"
How dare Kong Maoxue call himself a great Confucian in front of a saint? He bowed his hands respectfully and said, "I'm ashamed to say that being called a great Confucian is just a false name. It's not worth mentioning in front of a saint. You are a Confucian saint in this world. This new idea is really exciting to hear." Amazing!! It can be passed down from generation to generation!!”
In fact, Kong Maoxue was not a pedantic person. At first, he was a little confused when he heard this theory of mind, because it was somewhat contrary to many points that Cheng and Zhu Neo-Confucianism thought.
But gradually, as I listened more and more, I gradually realized the mystery of mind learning.
It is truly profound and proficient, with endless mysteries, worthy of a lifetime of study!
The reason why Kong Maoxue was able to change his mind so quickly was because he was highly knowledgeable and able to comprehend everything.
But the disciple under him obviously didn't have such high moral standards and was not very good at it. He asked in a low voice: "Honored Master, this philosophy of mind conflicts with the Confucianism I learned before. Who should I listen to?"
Kong Maoxue said angrily: "Of course I listened to the great Confucian scholars of our time. How could you have such rebellious thoughts?"
The student asked in confusion: "But, are the ideas I learned before wrong?"
Kong Maoxue explained: "It was not wrong before, but the times have limitations, and naturally our thoughts must progress to suit the current times, understand? There is no right or wrong!"
Kong Maoxue explained with his own understanding.
Obviously, he has developed an admiration for Xin Xue.
These days, he has been conducting inspections among the people, and indeed found that the current situation is more suitable for the Confucian learning of mind.
Fortunately, Li Xiao teaches the science of mind.
If he taught other principles, even if a vision appeared, I am afraid that Kong Maoxue would not worship him so much.
But the study of mind is Confucianism, and Kong Maoxue can hear the truth, and he can understand how important it is to apply what he has learned.
"This mind science is really a great truth!"
Kong Maoxue said with shock in his heart.
He understood from this that learning from the mind is a very important part, and the importance of applying what he has learned is important.
The reform of the imperial examination this time is also aimed at applying what one has learned.
Thinking of this, Kong Maoxue couldn't help but take a breath.
I am really superficial. It turns out that Li Shengren has studied this truth a long time ago. Everything he said and did was a state of unity of knowledge and action.
"Unity of knowledge and action! This is really the greatest truth. If I can help the saints spread it"
Kong Maoxue's eyes suddenly lit up, and an idea came to his mind.
"Kong Maoxue, do you want to join my mantle, learn from my mind, and spread it to the public?"
Li Xiao looked at Kong Maoxue with a smile and said what was in his heart.
Being able to hear the voice of one's heart is naturally the result of Li Xiao using his magical power, "Tongxin".
Kong Maoxue was extremely shocked when the saint revealed his inner thoughts. He knelt down and said, "I'm ashamed that Kong Maoxue had such an idea. Maoxue is bold and wants to worship the saint as his teacher!"
The most important thing in Kong Maoxue's life was his reputation.
He thought, what an honor it would be to become the saint's first disciple! !
"No need to say more."
Li Xiao laughed loudly and said: "Knowledge is the beginning of action, and action is the completion of knowledge. You have this idea, which proves that you have understood some of the principles of mind learning of our masters, and the way of integrating knowledge and action. I am willing to accept you as a disciple." I would like to teach you my inner learning and let you come to Beiqing University to be a Confucian teacher. Are you willing?"
Now Kong Maoxue is the leader of Confucian scholars in the world. It probably doesn't cost much to recruit such a great Confucian to teach in the university. No matter how you look at it, this deal is a good deal.
"Maoxue is willing!"
Kong Maoxue was so excited that he knelt down and kowtowed three times and said nine times: "Maoxue pays homage to your respected master. I am willing to spend the rest of my life riding for your respected master without asking for anything in return. I will serve you as a dog and horse."
Seeing this scene, everyone in the audience was stunned.
It's very strange that Li Xiao accepted a great scholar as his disciple at such a young age, but considering Li Xiao's status as a great scholar, it seems to be a natural thing.
Li Xiao nodded slightly: "In that case, today's work is over. My master is tired from reasoning just now. Now he needs to go back and rest."
This ribbon-cutting must not continue, otherwise it will destroy the artistic conception at this time.
Li Xiao asked Li Xiongzhi and others to continue cutting the ribbon, while he waved his sleeves and left.
Afterwards, everyone consciously moved out of the way.
"Farewell to the Confucian sage!"
The sound resounds throughout the sky!
That's it.
From Li Xiao, he obtained Li Qingtian, Duke Yongle, Hero of Extermination of Bandits, and National Preceptor of the Ming Dynasty.
This Ming Dynasty Confucian Sage is the fifth title.
Li Xiao couldn't help but sigh in his heart, he was getting more and more titles.
Half an hour later, Li Xiao returned to the Duke's Mansion in a carriage.
I was about to tell my wife such good news to make her happy.
But he saw Zhu Ningyun running over in a hurry with tears in his eyes, and said anxiously: "Husband, it's not good. A letter came half an hour ago. The imperial grandfather only breathed his last. I'm afraid. I'm afraid."
At this point, Zhu Ningyun couldn't speak anymore and choked up: "Grandfather said he wanted to see you one last time."
"What??" Li Xiao was originally in high spirits, but he couldn't help being shocked when he heard the news. Nan Nan said, "Why didn't you tell me earlier?"
"The Imperial Grandfather has ordered that you must not interrupt your husband's sanctification."
Zhu Ningyun was already bursting into tears, and the pear blossoms were filled with rain.
Hearing such words, Li Xiao couldn't help but feel sad.
Big brother, my good big brother, you value me so much in your heart.
"I'll go to the palace quickly!"
Li Xiao did not dare to hesitate and immediately mounted the yellow gelding that his servant had prepared for Li Xiao. Then he lifted the reins and advanced towards the palace as fast as possible.
While riding his horse, he took out a pill from the system warehouse and placed it on his chest to make preparations in advance.
[One life extension pill can increase your life span by ten years. Worth 80 million points. 】
Over the years, Li Xiao has developed such a pill.
He has helped Zhu Yuanzhang extend his life for many years and has used human albumin. Now he can only use this miraculous medicine to extend his life.
Originally, this life-extending pill was intended for Zhu Gaochi.
And Zhu Yuanzhang and Li Xiao planned to let him die in peace.
But now, after hearing those words just now, Li Xiao couldn't help but feel moved.
Don't do what he thinks, save your good brother first! ! !
Let him live another ten years! Gao Chi. I’ll think of a solution later!
"Brother, you must hold on strong!"
"My grandson-in-law will be here soon."
"Drive."
Li Xiao ran towards the palace as fast as a bolt of yellow lightning
(End of chapter)
