Zhao Heng let Jia Zheng and his son into the main room, and an old woman served tea.
Jia Zheng and Zhao Heng began to talk, but did not get to the point.
Next to him, Jia Baoyu felt drowsy after listening to it, and Jia Huan also found it very boring.
Seeing that half an hour had passed, Jia Zheng finally expressed his intention.
"Mr. Zhao, these two dogs of mine are dull and stupid, but they are very determined to learn. Now that I have not found a famous teacher, I have come to see Mr. Zhao. I hope Mr. Zhao can take the time to give me some advice."
Zhao Gongqing was famous all over the world. Jia Zheng did not dare to expect Zhao Heng to accept a disciple. He was content with just being a named disciple and giving some guidance.
Hearing this, Zhao Heng must smile.
Although he is idle at home and just reads and writes every day, he really has no thoughts about his disciples.
But today it was the Jia family who came to ask for help. Jia Daihua of the Jia family had been kind to him, so he couldn't just shirk it.
Thinking of this, Zhao Heng couldn't help but said: "Master Jia asked me to ask for help. I don't want to shirk the blame. It's just that I have little talent and knowledge, and I am also old and decrepit. I am getting slower and slower. I am afraid that I will delay the future of the two young masters."
"Okay, let me first test the two young masters' admission status before making any calculations. I wonder what Mr. Jia thinks?"
Hearing Zhao Heng's words, Jia Zheng felt a chill in his heart. This was because Zhao Heng had made it clear that he did not want to accept a disciple.
But at least I didn't say it to death, leaving a little room.
Jia Zheng said quickly: "What Mr. Zhao said is absolutely true. If they cannot be brought up, Cunzhou will never dare to bother Mr. Zhao again."
Zhao Heng nodded, and then asked Baoyu: "Have you finished reading the Four Books and Five Classics?"
Jia Baoyu said with shame: "No, I only went to college."
Zhao Heng continued to ask: "Have you ever memorized it in college?"
At this moment, Jia Baoyu was so frightened that the white hair on his body was sweating out. He stammered: "I never, only, only memorized the first few chapters..."
Next to him, Jia Zheng was so ashamed that he was ashamed.
He shouted loudly: "You bastard, I just want to know that you study at home every day, why don't you even memorize it in college? You bastard, why don't you get out of here quickly?"
Because he was protected by the old lady and his wife, Jia Zheng had not taken the exam for Jia Baoyu for a long time.
Originally, Jia Zheng thought that he would at least finish memorizing college textbooks, and he might even be able to memorize one more book.
Unexpectedly, he didn't even memorize it from college, and only memorized the first few chapters.
This traitor is really a disgrace. If I had known this, I shouldn't have brought him here.
Zhao Heng's expression did not change, he smiled slightly and said: "Master Jia, why do you need to be so angry? Your son is still young. As long as he is willing to study hard, he will make progress in a few years."
After that, Zhao Heng asked Jia Huan again: "I wonder how many of the Four Books and Five Classics you have read?"
If this Jia Huan is also ineffective and has not even finished college, it will be easier for Zhao Heng to simply refuse.
Jia Huan replied: "Back to Mr. Zhao, I have finished reading the Four Books and Five Classics."
"Oh? It's quite rare at such a young age."
At this point, Zhao Heng discovered that Jia Zheng came here mainly for this son, and the eldest son was incidental.
Jia Zheng, the second son, was only twelve or thirteen years old, and it was quite rare for him to be able to read the Four Books and Five Classics.
However, Zhao Heng had seen many geniuses in his life, and it was not that he had never seen one who was more talented than Jia Huan, and he did not have the idea of accepting a disciple because of this.
Next, Zhao Heng asked about the passages of the Four Books and Five Classics and their meanings.
In terms of recitation, Jia Huan recited it fluently.
In terms of interpretation, some parts made Zhao Heng nod frequently, while others made Zhao Heng frown slightly.
This person has worked hard, otherwise he would never be able to recite it so skillfully.
But in terms of scripture and meaning, there is obviously a lack of guidance from famous teachers.
Although some interpretations of scriptures made Zhao Heng's eyes light up, they may not be appropriate in the imperial examination. There are also some errors and omissions.
Jia Huan actually made Zhao Heng feel a little appreciative of talents, but after careful consideration, Zhao Heng still shook his head in his heart.
Forget it, ask one last question and send them away.
Zhao Heng couldn't help but ask: "Why do you study? I'll let you answer first."
Zhao Heng pointed at Jia Baoyu first.
Jia Baoyu stammered: "I, I study to be virtuous, to be close to the people, and to strive for perfection."
Jia Baoyu borrowed a saying from the university. The way of a university lies in being virtuous, being close to the people, and striving for perfection.
It's not bad, but nothing new.
Jia Zheng's face next to him was so gloomy that it was almost dripping with water.
Next it’s time to go to Jia Huan.
This question is not easy to answer.
You can never say your true thoughts, you can only say them based on falsehoods.
However, it is not easy to answer well.
After thinking for a moment, Jia Huan decided to follow Jia Baoyu's example and borrow what his predecessors had said.
Jia Huan said: "When the younger generation studies, they must establish their mind for the world, establish their destiny for the people, continue their unique learning for the saints, and create peace for all generations."
Originally, Jia Zheng and Zhao Heng were seated as guests and hosts, while Jia Baoyu and Jia Huan stood and listened to the instructions.
When Jia Zheng and Zhao Heng heard Jia Huan's four sentences about Hengqu, they couldn't help but stood up excitedly.
Zhao Heng couldn't help but asked tremblingly: "Say what you just said again?"
Jia Huan is a little confused? Isn't it just Hengqu's four sentences that make him so excited?
He had no choice but to answer again: "Establish a heart for heaven and earth, establish a destiny for the people, continue the unique learning of the saints, and create peace for all generations."
Zhao Heng clapped his hands suddenly and said loudly: "Okay, okay!"
After shouting "hello" twice, a few tears rolled down from the corners of his eyes.
Jia Zheng, who was beside him, was also so excited that he couldn't control himself.
It was only then that Jia Huan realized that something seemed wrong.
He is now like the reincarnation of Mrs. Xianglin, wailing in his heart:
I'm so stupid, I only know that the poems, songs, poems and articles in this world are different from those in the Dream of Red Mansions book.
Unexpectedly, in this world of Red Mansions, even Hengqu's four sentences did not appear!
It's no wonder that old man Zhao Heng and Jia Zheng would be so excited. Hengqu's four sentences are really famous.
Jia Huan really doesn't want to be famous now.
If you want to wear a crown, you must bear its weight.
At such a young age, he really couldn't bear it.
Zhao Heng wiped away his tears and said with emotion: "Establish a heart for the world, establish a destiny for the people, continue the unique knowledge for the saints, and create peace for all generations! These four sentences are as if they were taken out from the pit of my heart. , is my lifelong pursuit!"
"How can you set up such a grand ambition at such a young age! You are so formidable. There is no need for light green and deep red. You are the best among flowers!"
Hearing this, Jia Zheng couldn't help but ask: "Does Mr. Zhao also know Quanzi's song Partridge Sky?"
This time, it was Zhao Heng's turn to be confused.
He quickly asked: "This second young master of yours is actually Jia Sanshou Jia Huan? Cunzhou, why didn't you tell me earlier?"
After asking, without waiting for Jia Zheng to answer, Zhao Heng looked at Jia Huan eagerly.
"Jia Huan, are you willing to become my teacher?"
