Inside the Five Classics Pavilion, night fell.
After nightfall, the Five Classics Hall felt a bit chillier, and many scholars had gone to bed early.
In the northwest corner of the Five Classics Hall is the library.
In the corner of the hall on the first floor, an oil lamp swayed, dispelling the darkness and emitting a dim light.
Beside the desk, a rich and handsome young man was writing fast at his desk.
The young man is clearly Zhuge Liang.
He has been studying in the Five Classics Hall for more than half a year and has already integrated into the Five Classics Hall. Zhuge Liang is now the leader of the scholars in the Five Classics Hall.
He has an approachable personality, gets along well with the scholars of the Five Classics Hall, and has won the support of countless scholars; he has outstanding abilities, but does not show off his sharp edge, and has long since curbed the sharp edge that he used to show off in the arena.
The key is that Zhuge Liang is very hard-working and knowledgeable, and he is also Zheng Xuan's close disciple. Everything made Zhuge Liang outstanding in the Five Classics Hall and became the first among the scholars in the Five Classics Hall.
Zhuge Liang has become accustomed to studying in the library.
The Zhuge family was once a wealthy family in the Langya Kingdom, and there were many books in the family. Therefore, at a young age, Zhuge Liang started reading early and gained rich knowledge. But compared with the library of the Five Classics Hall, the difference between the book collection of the Zhuge family and that of the Five Classics Hall is the difference between the light of a firefly and the bright moon.
The collection of books in the Five Classics Hall was fully supported by Lu Xuan. He collected the original copies of major families and many books on the market, and then engraving and printing, printed many thread-bound books and placed them in the library for the scholars of the Five Classics Hall. Borrow.
Such an environment gave Zhuge Liang an ocean of knowledge. He continued to absorb knowledge and enhance his knowledge accumulation.
Although Zhuge Liang only studied in the Five Classics Hall for more than half a year, with Zheng Xuan's teachings and the guidance of great scholars such as Pang Degong, Sima Hui, and Guan Ning, Zhuge Liang had long been reborn.
All the great scholars in the academy admired Zhuge Liang, and there was no one who did not admire him.
This is what Zhuge Liang is capable of.
Even though Zhuge Liang's identity and status were different, he still studied diligently and stayed in the library late every night. He was always the last one to leave the library.
What Zhuge Liang is doing is to look for information, inquire about the water veins in the south, understand the water system in the south, and further judge where the imperial capital of Wu should be.
This is one of his policy essays.
Zhuge Liang does not approve of Shu County today.
Although Shu County is the political center and looks prosperous, there are too many constraints and inconveniences in Shu County.
While Zhuge Liang was writing rapidly and stopping to look at the information from time to time, time flew by in a hurry.
suddenly. There was a sound of footsteps.
Zheng Xuan walked to Zhuge Liang and said softly: "Kong Ming, Hai Shi is almost over, and it is almost approaching Zi Shi. At this time, countless scholars have already rested, and you are still lighting up the lamp to stay up late."
When Zhuge Liang saw Zheng Xuan coming, he quickly stood up and said, "Teacher."
"Clean up and let's go."
Zheng Xuan gave an order.
Zhuge Liang put the book back on the shelf, picked up his own volume, walked to the door, bowed to the person guarding the library and thanked him, then followed Zheng Xuan out of the library and walked along the forest path of the Five Classics Hall.
Zheng Xuan smiled and said: "I see that every time you leave, you always thank the person who guards the library. Why?"
Zhuge Liang looked calm and said calmly: "Reporting to the teacher, on the one hand, it was me who caused trouble for others. Without me, the person guarding the library could go home and rest earlier, because my presence delayed him a lot. time."
"On the other hand, being kind to others is also convenient for oneself."
"Although the other person is just the person who guards the library, for me, a very inconspicuous thank you can get someone's goodwill and understanding, and there will be no obstacles for me to do things."
"Everything in the world must start from small things, from easy things."
Zhuge Liang looked serious and said cautiously: "If you can't handle even the most basic small things, such as interpersonal relationships in the library, it will be even harder to do big things. Once you encounter big things, on a larger level, it will not only be The ability to do things, the ability to be a person, and the ability to coordinate interpersonal relationships.”
"well said!"
Zheng Xuan's eyes revealed an unabashed look of approval.
Zhuge Liang's words hit the point.
If you can't handle even the most basic interpersonal relationships well, it's difficult to get things done because you have to be a good person before doing anything.
Zheng Xuan praised: "Your ideas are very mature, and the teacher is proud of you."
Zhuge Liang said humbly: "The teacher has praised me, but the disciple is still far behind."
Zheng Xuan continued: "In addition to studying in class, I don't intend to disturb you even if you are in the library. But this year, the Five Classics Hall has been established for almost three years. The first batch of scholars who entered the Five Classics Hall have all achieved success in their studies. "
"I have discussed with all the teachers in the academy and plan to arrange the graduation examination accordingly. As long as the scholars pass the examination, the Five Classics Hall will recommend them to King Wu and ask King Wu to make selection arrangements."
"This involves the Qionglin Banquet mentioned by King Wu, and it is also your opportunity."
Zhuge Liang's eyes lit up, and he regained his composure instantly. This was his original goal, hoping to walk out of the Five Classics Hall.
He came to the Five Classics Hall to further his studies.
He has no regrets at all.
This trip to the Five Classics Museum has benefited him a lot, and he has truly gained a lot.
Zhuge Liang smiled and said, "Teacher, are you asking your disciples to take part in the assessment?"
"right!"
Zheng Xuan nodded and answered.
He said as he walked: "I am not worried at all about your talents and abilities. The assessment at the Five Classics Hall is easy for you. What you have to prepare for is the assessment by King Wu when you meet him."
"Although I don't know how King Wu will assess him, but one thing is certain, you must have a strategy to govern the country of Wu. Because King Wu is a pragmatic person, not a person who talks about mystical principles, nor is he a person who worships Buddhism and talks about the heart. .”
Zhuge Liang's eyes became brighter and brighter, and he said confidently: "Teacher, don't worry, this disciple has a direction. Especially in the past few months in the second half of the year, I have been preparing."
Zheng Xuan had a smile on his face and asked: "Which direction?"
"Move the capital!"
Zhuge Liang replied loudly.
Zheng Xuan was shocked and said: "Kong Ming, moving the capital is a big deal, involving a wide range of things and involving countless interests. You should think twice before doing so."
Zhuge Liang said confidently: "My disciples are only responsible for making decisions, the rest is the King of Wu's business."
Zheng Xuan's eyes were full of admiration and he nodded: "You are right. Whether to implement it or not is the King of Wu's business. What should be said must still be said. Just go ahead with your strategy. If you need me, just say it."
"Thank you, teacher."
Zhuge Liang looked grateful and said, "Thank you for your hard work, teacher. You haven't rested so late."
Zheng Xuan shook his head and said: "You are old, so there is no need to sleep. On the contrary, it is you who should sleep when you are young, and have a good rest."
Zhuge Liang said: "Disciple, please remember this."
Zheng Xuan gave some more instructions and separated from Zhuge Liang.
The assessment of the Five Classics Hall will be arranged accordingly. The first batch of people to take the assessment will be the first batch of 300 people to enter the Five Classics Hall. Of these 300 people, more than 20 failed to meet the requirements and were dismissed midway, while more than 280 people persisted.
After everyone's assessment, the Five Classics Hall was ranked according to their assessment results, and Zhuge Liang was unsurprisingly ranked first.
Regardless of his talent and ability, or his character and conduct, Zhuge Liang is the one everyone expects.
After the list of the Five Classics Hall came out, Zheng Xuan took the list and went to Prince Wu's Mansion in person. The list of names that came out of the assessment still needs to be confirmed by Lu Xuan, otherwise the assessment of the Five Classics Hall will not be effective.
