All of Zuo Menggeng's impressions of Xu Guangqi come from inherited memories.
The views on Xu Guangqi there are mixed, with mixed praise and criticism.
Throughout Xu Guangqi's life, there are many commendable things, but there are also many black spots.
However, at this moment, holding the manuscript of "The Complete Book of Agricultural Affairs" in his hands and looking at the carefully prepared crop seeds, Zuo Mengeng finally felt the greatness of this old man.
The greatness of an old man whom he had never met could not be exaggerated in his ability to give away his hard work so happily, although there was a sense of gratitude and reward in it.
This is not just a book, and the "Agricultural Policy Complete Book" is not a large-scale printed matter endorsed by the government.
In order to write such a book, Xu Guangqi spent immeasurable effort.
After learning that Zuo Menggeng wanted to find a way to solve the famine, Xu Guangqi donated seeds and farming books.
Compared with Zuo Mengeng saving Xu Ruolin, this kindness is too great.
"Xuan Hugong has learned a lot throughout his life. If it can be put to use, the benefits to the country and the people will be immeasurable. It is a pity that it is trapped in documents. It is a pity."
Zuo Menggeng really didn't know how to complain about the Ming Dynasty's employment methods.
He is obviously a technical official, but he cannot give full play to his strengths and must waste his talents in useless places.
Xu Guangqi had extraordinary attainments in many aspects such as agriculture, manufacturing, weapons, calendaring, etc. However, the imperial court asked him to be the Minister of Rites...
Xu Guangqi was not the only one who was treated like this.
Sun Yuanhua, Bi Maokang, Song Yingxing...
Xu Xiang didn't dare to say anything, after all, it involved the head of the family.
He took out something again.
"Here is a letter from Mr. Zuo. Please read it personally, Master Zuo."
Zuo Mengeng stood up quickly and took it with both hands. Without sitting down, he stood up and opened the letter, facing north and reading.
Seeing his appearance, Xu Xiang couldn't help but shine.
Many young people who have read poetry and books may not be able to achieve this level of etiquette. This rough-looking young man really has too many redeeming qualities.
The beginning of Xu Guangqi's letter made Zuo Mengeng flattered.
[Zuo’s little friend Qingjian...]
In the letter, Xu Guangqi first expressed his gratitude to Zuo Menggeng for rescuing Xu Ruolin, and then said that he had read Zuo Menggeng's "The Wealth of Nations", admired Zuo Menggeng's insights, and was eager to see the follow-up as soon as possible.
The last part mentions farming, and also reminds some problems and precautions in the cultivation of Western crops.
These things are really priceless treasures to Zuo Mengeng.
Zuo Menggen knew nothing about agriculture, and no one in this era knew how to grow Western crops better than Xu Guangqi.
With these tips, he can avoid many detours here.
After reading the letter carefully, Zuo Mengeng felt that there was another smooth path in his plan.
In this era, any improvement in agriculture means going further on the road to hegemony.
I don’t know how to repay this kindness.
"With this book and these seeds, the farmers on the farm will have one more choice next year. Even if 10% more crops are grown, it will be the hope of the farmers to survive. Please tell Mr. , it should be made public to the world, and he should be regarded as an example."
This statement made Xu Xiang very happy, and he had a better impression of Zuo Mengeng.
He took out a letter again.
"My young lady has other instructions, and she has made it clear that the young master must give it in person."
Xu Ruolin actually wrote a letter to herself.
Zuo Mengeng felt warm in his heart. After taking it, he told Zuo Yan: "Arrange the guest room and banquet. Please have a good rest, Butler Xu."
Seeing that Zuo Mengeng didn't open the letter on the spot, Butler Xu knew better.
It seems that the relationship between the young lady and this boy is indeed extraordinary.
I don’t know how Xu Guangqi will deal with it after he finds out.
Zuo Mengeng returned to his bedroom, avoided others, and then opened Xu Ruolin's letter.
When he opened it, what he saw at first sight made him baffled.
[zuo gong zi jun jian, nu yi gui jia, wan wu gua nian...]
He thought about it for a while and then realized what Xu Ruolin was talking about.
This girl actually used the pinyin and punctuation marks he taught her in her letter. I don’t know if I am reporting on my academic performance or showing off my learning progress.
Fortunately, the pinyin part is only a little bit, and then it becomes normal. Otherwise, even Zuo Menggeng would vomit blood while reading it.
Miss Xu's letter is more like a homely message, with warmth between the lines.
For her safe return, Xu Guangqi was greatly relieved and frowned. After returning from duty every day, he would always leave her by his side, seemingly having endless things to say.
Xu Ruolin also said that Xu Guangqi frequently asked about Zuo Menggeng's situation, and even said that Hou Xun and Liu Zongzhou personally came to send her home.
She only thought that the two elders were approachable and worked tirelessly, but Zuo Mengeng could see clearly that they were here to show off for themselves.
At the same time, I also understood why Xu Guangqi was so solemn when he sent people to thank him.
Zuo Mengeng could only remember the amazing assists provided by the two big guys in order to repay them in the future.
The rest of the letter became Xu Ruolin's nagging.
The eldest lady said that she was bored now, trapped in the house and unable to go anywhere.
Every day I could only think about the pinyin, punctuation marks and other things he taught, or reminisce about "The Wealth of Nations". Xu Guangqi has been busy with government affairs recently, and there are no new academic results for her to learn from.
But there were so few of these things that she had no sense of freshness.
In the letter, Xu Ruolin asked Zuo Menggeng when he could write the rest of "The Wealth of Nations". He repeatedly told Zuo Mengeng that if he wrote it out, he must send it to her as soon as possible.
The most depressing thing for Xu Ruolin is that there is no one in the house to communicate with.
When Xu Guangqi was not at home, even his second brother Xu Erjue was so frightened that he ran away after hearing what she said.
I just regret that I am not a man and can walk around freely.
Then she would definitely go to Linqing as soon as possible to discuss knowledge with Zuo Mengeng.
Looking at the fragrant hairpin flowers on the paper, Zuo Mengeng's mind flashed to the girl's delicate and bright appearance, and he couldn't help but smile at ease.
Among people of this era, only when he got along with Xu Ruolin could he feel the emotional touch of equality and connection.
I sat there for a long time, my thoughts turning around.
Only then did Zuo Mengeng write and began to write a reply to Xu Ruolin.
Compared with Xu Ruolin's literary talents who have learned both Chinese and Western knowledge, Zuo Menggeng's literary attainments are really not worth mentioning.
He doesn't do any tricks.
He couldn't be as expressive as Xu Ruolin, so he kept to a simple style, and his language was mainly in vernacular.
[I feel relieved to know that you arrived home safely. In any case, after going through hardships, returning to your loved ones and having their care taken care of you, you can understand the value of family love. Duke Xuanhu was old and could not bear the pain. Your return is the best tonic for the elderly. 】
Seeing the situation of women in this era made him feel deeply about Xu Ruolin's resentment.
[I never believe that women should be inferior to others. Women also have the right to pursue their own dreams and achievements. Don't be bored or discouraged. I believe that you will have an infinitely broad world and light in the future. 】
I have said a lot, but I always feel pale. I can't help but sigh, the love between my children is really not what I am good at.
How to comfort and encourage Xu Ruolin, she was at a loss.
With a pen in hand and a blank mind, I wonder if Xu Ruolin will think that he is perfunctory when she sees these words?
After being depressed for a long time, the evil fire finally became uncontrollable and made him violent. I picked up my pen again and made a shameful copy of the document.
[The sons and daughters of China are full of ambitions, but they don’t like red makeup and prefer armed weapons. 】
After reading it again, I found that the thousands of words in front of it combined were not as good as this poem.
It seems that personal cultivation still needs long-term tempering.
Xu Xiang didn't stay any longer and left on the same day with Zuo Mengeng's gift and reply letter.
It took three days to return to the capital and report the trip to Xu Guangqi.
"That Mr. Zuo has a rough appearance but a beautiful heart. He is not a reckless and vulgar person. He has carefully preserved the crop seeds presented by the husband. He said that after spring, he will let the farmers in Zhuangzi try to plant them. Mr. Zuo said, these crops Traveling across the ocean and coming from a long distance may not necessarily adapt to the Chinese soil and water, so we need to be careful to avoid mistakes."
These words made Xu Guangqi's eyes light up and he couldn't help but admire him again and again.
"It's really rare for young people to be so stable. He has a temperament that can achieve success. No wonder Liu Niantai and Hou Ruogu value him so much."
Xu Xiang hesitated, but finally spoke.
"My lord, Mr. Zuo is a talented young man, but due to his family background, he will eventually follow the path of a warrior. Our Xu family has established a family through poetry and calligraphy..."
Xu Guangqi seemed to be muttering, and he didn't know who he was talking to.
"The world is in such chaos. Who knows what the future will be like?"
In the peaceful and prosperous age, the literati were graceful and established their own style. Not to mention generals, no one in the world can even look at him.
But troubled times are coming...
Bai Wuyi is a scholar!
Xu Guangqi is old and frail. He has no regrets in this life, but he has to think about future generations.
Xu Xiang didn't understand his meaning and asked for instructions: "That Mr. Zuo also wrote a reply to the lady..."
Xu Guangqi waved his hand casually.
"Then send it."
Just four words, the meaning is self-explanatory.
Xu Xiang quietly warned himself that he must be more flexible in the future.
