The next day, the lead clouds dispersed with the wind, and the sun shone on the earth again.
On this sunny day, the field of vision is filled with patches of red clothing, which looks particularly enchanting.
Qi Yu rode in a carriage and carried gifts to formally pay homage to his old friends.
The first stop was to offer wine to the old man Luo Yuan who was at home.
I remember that Zhou Chunsheng mentioned to himself during dinner yesterday that Mr. Luo seemed unhappy recently.
why?
The reason is not complicated. Although Luo Yuan was famous in the past, that is in the past. Now, he is just an old man who has reached the end of his career. Nowadays, all the upstarts in the officialdom are rising, so how can they still remember him as a has-been figure?
The negative impact of this change was very large, and even affected his family. It is said that his son and grandson have been reduced from officials to ordinary families.
Given the circumstances, it's strange that he could be happy.
Today's Luofu can be described in one word: a deserted place.
Take today for example, Qi Yu is the first and only person to visit.
The old concierge was no longer there, so Luo Yuan had no choice but to open the door himself.
As soon as they met, he laughed at himself and said, "I didn't expect that someone would remember me even though I'm old. I'm so lucky!"
Qi Yu laughed and said wittily: "Who doesn't admire the old gentleman for his world-class learning and impeccable moral character? Qi Yu knew that his knowledge was vulgar, so he came here to listen to his teachings."
"Haha, Mr. Qi's words really offend me. Come on, come on, please sit down at home!"
"Mr. Luo, please go first!"
"..."
Just after serving tea, Luo Yuan couldn't wait to ask about Xiaotong's current situation.
He was once her teacher and had a deep relationship with that girl. Now they have been apart for a long time and miss Zheng Yin. Through his sincere eyes, Qi Yu saw sincerity.
Suddenly!
Qi Dalang's heart trembled, and all the past events came to mind. Seeing him in a difficult situation, he actually came up with the idea of helping.
However, Luo Yuan was a great scholar of the time, with strong moral integrity and an arrogant temperament. If he were to openly give out favors, he would definitely not be able to win over him, so he had to think of a special method.
Therefore, after introducing Xiaotong's current situation, Qi Yu asked tentatively: "Mr. Luo, would you like to come to Qiongzhou and help me develop culture and education there..."
Before he could finish his words, Luo Yuan interrupted: "Sir Qi, you have just submitted your appointment documents and the Ministry of Personnel has not yet announced the appointment results. How do you know that you will stay in Qiongzhou?"
In response, Qi Yu smiled mysteriously and replied: "Mr. Luo, please ask carefully. As for whether to stay or not, you will know for yourself at that time." After a pause, he added: "Since I dare to say this, I have With a certain degree of certainty, I will not allow others to get involved in the governance of Qiongzhou."
Hear the string song and know the elegant meaning.
Luo Yuan only took a brief look and understood the meaning of the words.
It is not difficult to tell that Qi Yu has already prepared some countermeasures.
However, he chose to refuse: "I am now in my old age, and it is like the residual heat of the setting sun, but the warmth can only be transferred in a flash. I am now addicted to having fun with my grandson, and I have no intention of going out again..."
"What Mr. Luo said is wrong! My teacher Meng Lanshan is older than you, but he is still studying things and studying knowledge. And you are younger than him, so why do you say you are old so easily? Your knowledge is the best in the world. , If you only look at yourself and feel sorry for yourself, wouldn’t you be wasting what you have learned?” Qi Yu said provoking him.
"Oh, let's die violently. There's nothing regrettable about it." Luo Yuan sighed as if he was giving up on himself and shook his head.
Qi Yu continued to encourage: "Cao Cao once said that an old man has an ambition to reach a thousand miles; a martyr's ambition is endless in his old age. How can a man with unparalleled knowledge in his arms live in the forest and spring for a long time?"
"Grey hair brings about old age, and green hair brings about ageing. I've reached my age, and I can't accept old age..."
"..."
Judging from the results, no matter how Qi Yu tried to persuade him, Old Luo Yuan remained unmoved and refused as before.
Just when he was about to give up, Qi Dalang's ears suddenly itched, and he could read some reluctance from his long sigh, so he changed his mind.
Is he unwilling?
Absolutely!
You must know that Luo Yuan was a Confucian scholar appointed by Emperor Taizong. He was later abandoned by the emperor due to ideological discord. In other words, he was not a normal official, but was innocently taken. 'Come down.
How can there be no regrets after such a defeat?
Thinking of this, Qi Yu's eyes flashed suddenly, and he laughed and said: "Mr. Luo, do you think his knowledge is really that of a heavenly person?"
Luo Yuan was startled at first, then hurriedly said modestly: "Luo's talent and knowledge are really ordinary. When the great scholars say it, it is just the world's overestimation."
Unexpectedly, Qi Yu nodded in approval and said, "There is a famous person in Qiongzhou who also commented on you in the same way. He once said that your knowledge is exaggerated and may not be really high."
Humility is a virtue.
However, it is a shame to be looked down upon.
Therefore, Luo Yuan said with some displeasure: "Oh? Who is this person?"
Qi Yu replied matter-of-factly: "The name of this great scholar is Sun Bao. He is the most learned man in Qiongzhou. There was a famous saying in the local area, which is: If you are not as rich as the Hai family, you are not as talented as the Hai family. Sun Bao. This shows how profound this person’s talent and learning is.”
Sun Bao?
This name sounds so familiar~~
Oh...I remember.
Isn't he the Sun Yue Gong who was deprived of the title of Jinshi by Emperor Taizong?
Just him?
Haha, are you worthy of despising yourself?
Luo Yuan smiled disdainfully and said, "Sun Yue Gong's knowledge is indeed good, but unlike me
A bit more tender than that. Oh, by the way, I wonder where this guy is currently employed? "
Qi Yu smiled and said: "Mr. Sun Bao is currently the chief professor of our Qiongzhou Fuxue, taking charge of all academic affairs. He is much more prosperous than when you were teaching at the Imperial College."
What?
Is he still teaching?
As far as resume is concerned, it is indeed comparable to what I have.
"I wonder what the scale of the Qiongzhou Prefectural School is? Can it be equal to one-tenth of the size of our Imperial College?"
"Mr. Luo's words are inappropriate. In Yu's opinion, Qiongzhou's educational facilities far exceed those of the Imperial College..."
Seeing Luo Yuan's curious face, Qi Yu took the opportunity to introduce to him the development of education in Qiongzhou, from the current government schools and polytechnics to various future plans, etc., all of which were explained in vivid detail.
As Luo Yuan listened, his eyes began to twinkle.
Suddenly, Qi Yu sighed quietly and said: "To be honest with you, I have always had a lofty dream in my heart, that is, I want people all over the world to learn to speak our Chinese dialect, and in this world, everyone will worship I respect Chinese culture..."
"And you, Lao Botong, have rich teaching experience in ancient and modern times, and you are definitely qualified for the vision I have planned. Although Sun Bao is also well-educated, his talent is not enough to take on this responsibility. In my opinion, you are absolutely incompetent. Choice of two.”
What does that mean?
That is to say, although Sun Yue Gong is also capable, he is relatively weak, and as an enhanced version of Luo Yuan, he just fills this gap. You must know that teaching the world and instructing people in your own country are two different levels of education. Only true Confucians cannot be competent.
Objectively speaking, the cake he drew is indeed big enough.
It was so big that it directly aroused Luo Yuan's ambition.
Yes, assimilating people from all countries is exciting just thinking about it.
"Well……"
"Mr. Luo, if you are willing to come to our Qiongzhou to take charge, I would like to give you a luxurious mansion as a reward. In addition, I will make arrangements that satisfy you for all your relatives, including your descendants." After a pause, they all gathered. Yu Qiqi Ran said: "My daughter Xiaotong also misses you very much. Why not go south to see her?"
Luo Yuan was stunned, stunned, and then sighed: "Well, let me think about it first. I will definitely give you a definite answer before the Zhengdan Dynasty."
Qi Yu said happily: "That's great!"
"..."
At noon that day, Luo Yuan specially set up a banquet for Qi Yu, but the latter was not polite and just sat down to eat, seemingly just like a family member.
By the time we left Luofu, the sun was already hanging over the Western Mountains, and the tired birds flying in the distance seemed to have returned to their nests early.
However, Qi Dalang did not return home directly, but stopped at the door of a tavern.
After entering, he threw out a small piece of broken silver and randomly ordered four side dishes, plus a pot of turbid wine. After that, he sat in a single room, waiting for the incoming guests.
If you want to know who to invite to this dinner party, please listen to the explanation next time.
