This Jixian Restaurant has opened so big in Yuzhou, and the shopkeeper is also good at dancing and elegant. Seeing that the new magistrate of the state is very fond of Chen Siniang, Chen Siniang is also willing to do so, and quickly orders someone to take Chen Siniang's deed of birth and status and give it to Wei Chen.
Wei Chen asked Yuan An to collect the deed, and then asked the shopkeeper for the price of Chen Siniang's redemption. The shopkeeper wanted to give the new magistrate a favor, so he gave a low figure with a flattering smile.
How could Wei Chen be greedy for such a small advantage? Seeing that the shopkeeper was hiding it and refused to quote truthfully, he didn't bother with him too much, so he turned around and consulted Gu Tingye, an expert in this field.
Gu Tingye looked Chen Siniang up and down, and his eyes stayed on the crooked-neck pipa for a while. After thinking for a moment, he slowly stretched out three fingers: "Although I have unique skills, after all, I am old and my years are gone. Three hundred Two is enough."
Wei Chen raised his chin and signaled Yuan An to pay the bill. The shopkeeper wanted to refuse, saying that he didn't need so much, but Wei Chen coughed in displeasure. The shopkeeper didn't dare to say anything and accepted the money with a smile.
After redeeming Chen Siniang's body, Wei Chen asked Yuan An to take her down to pack her things. First, she went to find an inn in the state to stay, and took "Ode to Jun Porcelain" and studied the music score carefully. When the music was composed, Wei Chen was satisfied with it. After that, he sent someone to take her to Bianjing.
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After arranging Chen Siniang, Wei Chen sat back on his seat, cupped his hands to Zhao Zongquan beside him, and said apologetically: "I made the team coach laugh at me on a whim, so please forgive me."
Seeing this, Zhao Zongquan hurriedly stood up and clasped his fists in return and said, "Master Zhizhou said something serious. It is an honor for Xiaguan and his son to see Wenzong's style with his own eyes today."
Wei Chen smiled and asked Zhao Zongquan to sit down, picked up the wine bottle, and filled it for Zhao Zongquan and himself: "You know, the team leader, why did I want to redeem Chen Siniang's body?"
Zhao Zongquan had just witnessed the whole process of Wei Chen composing poems on the spot, and also heard Wei Chen's various arrangements for Chen Siniang. Combining the two, it was not difficult to guess Wei Chen's intentions.
"Your Excellency, do you want to make Junci famous so as to attract merchants, increase taxes, and replenish the treasury?"
"Exactly!"
Wei Chen smiled and held up his hands.
Zhao Ceying on the side couldn't help but said: "A gentleman is known for his righteousness, and a villain is known for his profit. I heard that you have read poetry and books since you were a child. Why do you humble yourself and focus on business affairs in vain?"
"Insolent!" Zhao Zongquan interrupted displeasedly: "Master Zhizhou has his own reasons for doing things. How can it be the turn of a junior like you to comment?"
Under Zhao Zongquan's sharp gaze, Zhao Ceying had no choice but to close her mouth.
He is obviously several years older than Wei Chen, but in my father's opinion, he becomes Wei Chen's junior. How can this be justified?
The first level of officialdom crushes people to death!
"It doesn't matter, it doesn't matter."
Seeing Zhao Ceying's aggrieved look, Wei Chen laughed, waved his hands indifferently, and then said in a warm voice: "Benevolence is the foundation of righteousness. What is benevolence? Master said, it means loving others. Zigong said, if you have Bo How can one be called benevolent if he can help the people? The Master said, "What is benevolent must be holy! Yao and Shun were like sick people!"
Zhao Ceying quoted Confucius' words to question Wei Chen, and Wei Chen also used Confucius' words to refute Zhao Ceying.
Wei Chen has a photographic memory and is well-read, so when it comes to dropping his book bag, how can Zhao Ceying be Wei Chen's opponent?
After listening to Wei Chen's words, Zhao Ceying couldn't help but feel a little confused. Only after Wei Chen explained it to him did he understand the meaning of Wei Chen's words.
Didn't you say that a gentleman is a metaphor for righteousness? You are right, but your knowledge has not yet reached the master level and you do not know that benevolence is the foundation of righteousness.
When Confucius talked about benevolence, he said that benevolence means loving others. At that time, Zigong once asked, if it can help all the people live a good life, does that count as benevolence?
Confucius's answer was that it was not just benevolence, but the conduct of a saint, which even Yao and Shun might not be able to achieve.
The reason why Wei Chen did not hesitate to use his reputation to promote the development of Jun porcelain trade in Yuzhou was to benefit the people of Yuzhou. He was following the path of helping the world and reassuring the people, and he was following the behavior of saints.
After understanding what Wei Chen meant, Zhao Ceying's face turned red and she was ashamed.
Even though you are small, you still have a small style! Look at people, this is how they have truly read the book!
Wei Chen comforted him softly: "Don't worry about my humble opinion. If you still have any questions, you can just speak up and let's discuss it together."
Zhao Ceying felt even more ashamed and wanted to find a crack in the ground to crawl in quickly.
After a long time, Zhao Ceying regained his composure, gritted his teeth, stood up suddenly, bowed deeply to Wei Chen, then knelt down in front of Wei Chen with a plop and said: "Students only know what a frog in the well is today. Sir, you are a great talent, please accept it." Dear students!"
"I can't do it, I can't do it!" Wei Chen was startled and quickly stood up to help him.
However, Zhao Ceying refused to get up, and her knees seemed to be growing on the ground, motionless.
Just listen to his sincere words: "Students want to worship the teacher as their teacher and learn from him the way to help the world and bring peace to the people. I hope you will do it!"
Wei Chen said: "How can this happen? I am just a day older than you in books and scriptures. How can I be your teacher? Besides, you are still my elder brother in terms of age."
"Please sir, make it happen!"
"This..." Wei Chen didn't know whether to laugh or cry. He had no idea for a moment and had no choice but to turn to look at Zhao Zongquan who was standing aside.
Zhao Zongquan stood up and bowed to Wei Chen and said: "Master Zhizhou, although this son of Xiaguan is ineffective, fortunately he still has a desire to learn and is not hopeless. Please also ask Master Zhizhou for the sake of his heart. He accepted him as his disciple, and I am very grateful to him."
"That's right, Xingyun, just accept this student!" Gu Tingye also started making noises beside him, urging Wei Chen to accept him as a disciple.
Originally, Gu Tingye and Zhao Ceying were brothers, but if Zhao Ceying became Wei Chen's student, wouldn't Gu Tingye be a generation older than Zhao Ceying out of thin air? It makes me happy just thinking about it!
Hearing what Zhao Zongquan said, Wei Chen also felt the sincerity of their father and son.
Looking at Zhao Ceying who was kneeling down, Wei Chen couldn't help scratching his head. What kind of thing is this? Should this apprentice be accepted or not? It's really confusing!
"It's not that I don't want to teach you, I'm just afraid that if you're not knowledgeable enough, you'll mislead your disciples. But since Zhao Tuanlian speaks respectfully, I have no choice but to be respectful rather than obey."
Zhao Zongquan was overjoyed after hearing this and said to Zhao Ceying: "Since Lord Zhizhou has agreed, from now on, you must listen to Lord Zhizhou carefully. Do you understand?"
Zhao Ceying nodded vigorously, her excitement palpable.
Gu Tingye pursed his lips towards Zhao Ceying and said, "Why don't you offer tea to your teacher quickly?"
Only then did Zhao Ceying come back to his senses. At this time, he no longer cared about Gu Tingye's gloating smile, and hurriedly stood up, served tea, and saluted Wei Chen.
Wei Chen took the tea, took a sip, and said in a deep voice: "The knowledge of being a teacher is not that important. It is just four words: experience in the world and apply it. You will understand it with your heart in the future."
Zhao Ceying saluted respectfully: "The teacher's words must be carried out by students throughout their lives."
"In that case..."
Wei Chen pondered: "There are more than a dozen kilns near Juntai. I visited them yesterday and found that the management of each kiln is chaotic, the quality of the porcelain fired is uneven, and there is vicious competition. It is very important for the future development of Jun porcelain trade. It is very unfavorable and urgently needs vigorous rectification. You have been in Yuzhou for many years and are familiar with the situation in the state. How about I leave this matter to you?"
