Of course Emperor Jiajing knew what this meant, that is to say, this Water Margin was not the first edition, but had been revised by a person named "Yongfu Xiaoxiaosheng".
In fact, those passed down to later generations are no longer the original version, because the first edition of Naian and Luo Guanzhong was a bit rough. The famous works of later generations with extremely attractive writing and plots were revised with the help of later generations.
This life was naturally completed by Yan Ling. He tried his best to restore a masterpiece that best fit his impression, so he added the word "xiu" at the end.
Emperor Jiajing didn't think anything of it. He continued reading and read all the books in a few days.
Most books have been excluded.
In the end, only two other books succeeded -
Yes, it is "The Popular Romance of the Three Kingdoms" and "The Heroes of the Ming Dynasty"!
These two books are like the bright moon, and other fireflies cannot compete with them.
It's just that their main lines are somewhat similar, so there is no need to publish two books in a row. In this case, Emperor Jiajing finally chose "The Legend of the Heroes of the Ming Dynasty".
Although "The Popular Romance of the Three Kingdoms" is also widely circulated among the people, "The Legend of the Heroes of the Ming Dynasty" is written about this dynasty! If you don’t praise your ancestors, who can you praise?
Especially the latter one was written by someone personally, using many online writing skills and writing techniques of later generations. How could the ancients have seen this? Zhu Yuanzhang himself is already legendary enough. With these skills, Zhu Houcong couldn't help but think about it again. Read it again.
It was indeed wonderful and in line with the "political correctness" of the Ming Dynasty. He couldn't find anything that needed to be changed.
Although there are some myths about a certain person, but when I think about it, this person has been dead for more than a hundred years, so what if I worship him. And wasn’t he still loyal to Hongwu throughout his life and a minister of the Ming Dynasty? Doesn’t this further highlight Taizu’s extraordinary ability?
Thinking of this, Emperor Jiajing was relieved.
However, if he had known about the later generations' "Zhaolie Temple with a big book on the forehead, and Wuhou Temple known to the world", he would definitely revise this book drastically.
Unfortunately, he didn't know, so two books were chosen.
Looking down, he was surprised to find that after the name of the author of "The Popular Romance of the Three Kingdoms", there was also "Yongfu Xiaoxiaosheng", and this "Biography of the Heroes of the Ming Dynasty" was simply written by that Yongfu Xiaoxiaosheng!
He immediately took a keen interest in this person - what a strange person! These three books with the highest artistic content have all passed through his hands, and the most wonderful one among them was written by him.
He just called the eunuch, and after learning that these three books were hundreds of years old, he could only sigh helplessly. It was a pity that such an old man was not born in the same era as himself, otherwise he would have to call him to see it. , and can even carry out more literary creations that are helpful to him.
However, these three books were all produced by Changle Bookstore, which made him pay attention to this bookstore, and ordered the eunuch to notify him in time once this bookstore published another book.
After that, he issued an edict to print these two books and distribute them throughout the world.
Although they have actually been published among the people, this time they were ordered by the emperor and published by the court. These two books were officially recognized by the government. That was the order issued by the emperor himself!
Now, even the literati and gentry dare not say that this is a book for ordinary people. Originally, many people bought these two books and read them secretly because of their unique charm. Now they are placed on the desks in a grand manner, and examples of their use are often used in conversations. Those who have not bought them have also bought them. Some, to show their compliance with the trend of Shilin.
Suddenly, it became fashionable to buy these two books, and some of the examples in them also subtly affected the thinking of these scholars.
The fruit produced may bloom one day.
…
While Emperor Jiajing in the north was working hard to govern, in Jiangxi in the south, an incident caused a sensation among the scholars in the south of the Yangtze River.
Mr. Yangming, fell ill.
Not long ago, there was a rebellion in Guangxi Province, and the court urgently resurrected Wang Shouren. He gathered his disciples in Dongqian Lake, taught his experience and understanding of "Tao", and embarked on his final journey.
Nine months later, the rebellion was put down, but Wang Shouren's lung disease suddenly worsened, and he resigned and returned to his hometown. However, before he could return to Yuyao, he fell ill in Jiangxi.
After receiving the news, Yan Ling rushed to Jiangxi day and night. Fortunately, he was accompanied by a doctor provided by his family, and he managed to hang on to his life.
But when Yan Ling arrived, he was already dying.
Looking at the emaciated Wang Shouren lying on the hospital bed, Yan Ling couldn't help but feel sad even though he was used to life and death and looked down upon the years.
At the beginning, he approached Wang Shouren with purpose. After all, there were two and a half saints in Chinese history, saints of this era. Of course he wanted to get to know him, and the disciples of Xinxue would have a high reputation in the Ming Dynasty. status, he does have utilitarian thoughts.
However, as time passed, he had formed a deep friendship with Wang Shouren. How could he not be sad when he saw that his good friend was about to pass away?
At this time, in Yan Ling's eyes, Wang Shouren's red luck had disappeared, leaving only grayish white.
My destiny is over.
"Xuanrui, you're here." Wang Shouren saw him and smiled with difficulty:
"It's so nice to see you before I die."
“It’s a perfect ending to have you accompanying me on this journey.”
He coughed twice, and blood foam spurted out, but his expression became more relaxed, and the past of his life emerged before his eyes.
Recalling his past, he said in a leisurely tone:
"Xuan Rui, you are the most knowledgeable and special person I have ever met. You don't love money or fame. It seems like you are not in this world..."
"Some of your arguments and thoughts are so advanced and philosophical. I am surprised and refreshing at the same time. It makes me understand the truth to a deeper level. The years of getting along with you and discussing the Tao are my best." The happiest time.”
"But you are also very mysterious. Was that dream your handiwork?"
Seeing Yan Ling nodding seriously, Wang Shouren just smiled lightly and continued:
"I have been wondering where on earth a person like you could be cultivated. With such profound knowledge, unique insights, and unpredictable methods, your origin must be extraordinary."
"I'm actually quite curious."
"You didn't tell me before, so I didn't ask...but now, can you fulfill my old friend's last wish?"
The tone was soft, with a bit of inquiry.
Yan Ling was silent, then sighed, and in front of Wang Shouren, he took off the thin mask on his face.
The aging face disappeared in an instant, and a young face appeared in front of Wang Shouren.
"I'm from the Southeast."
he said softly.
Seeing the scene in front of him and listening to the words in his ears, Wang Shouren seemed to have something confirmed in his heart, and he lay back on the bed.
"It turns out that there really are immortals..."
Yan Ling had heard such sighs many times, but this time, it was different.
Compared with others who were full of regrets and longing for immortality, in this sigh, there was only the excitement of gaining new knowledge and the freedom to understand the reality of the world.
Wang Shouren's eyes slowly closed, and Yan Ling also took a step forward.
Both of them were mumbling something.
"Farewell, Ruixuan."
"We'll see you again, Boan."
A burst of golden light flashed in Yan Ling's mind, entangling Wang Shouren's soul and throwing it into the long river of time.
(End of chapter)
