Li Chong returned to Jinhua Hall, and after giving some instructions, he prepared to go south to Dongting Lake. This trip happened to be regarded as a trip. Confucianism emphasizes reading thousands of books and traveling thousands of miles. This is also the self-cultivation highly praised by Confucian sages of all ages.
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Confucian scholars of all ages will follow this principle. After reading Confucian classics and studying the books of sages, they will begin to travel around to increase their knowledge and follow the footsteps of the sages.
In addition to practicing martial arts in recent years, Li Chong has also been immersed in Confucian classics, and as an ordinary student, he successfully became a disciple of the great Confucian king Xiaotong.
Wang Xiaotong was a famous Confucian in the capital. He was in a semi-hermit state. He devoted himself to Confucianism and never came into contact with officialdom. He also ignored royal calls. He was obsessed with Confucian theory and taught his disciples seriously. However, he was extremely strict in recruiting disciples, so there were not many disciples in the sect.
, but their cultivation of Confucianism is very high.
Wang Xiaotong himself had great attainments in mathematics and calendars and was highly regarded by many great Confucian scholars. Every year, many great Confucian scholars would come to visit him for exchanges.
At first, Li Chong also went through many hardships and many tests before becoming his disciple. Originally, Li Chong wanted to change his name, but Confucianism attaches great importance to respecting teachers and respecting morality, so Li Chong did not dare to hide anything.
Because although many great Confucian scholars do not care about worldly affairs, they have a strong insight into the human heart and character.
Fortunately, the teacher did not ask about Li Chong's life experience. He only accepted him after he passed the test of conduct and knowledge. Perhaps in the eyes of this great scholar, there is no difference between the so-called princes and nobles and ordinary people. What he cares about is only the quality of a person.
, the level of character.
The letter that the Dragon Girl asked for this time can be used as a good experience, and the name of the experience is also a good reason. However, before traveling, I must tell my mentor and say goodbye to him.
After changing into the clothes of a Confucian scholar, Li rushed towards Master Wang's residence.
With the idea of staying hidden in the city, Mr. Wang Xiaotong's residence is located not far from the downtown area.
In front of the door is a branch of the Jinghe River that flows through the entire Chang'an. A small bridge crosses the river quietly. There are several willow trees planted next to it, and the surroundings look very peaceful. This place looks special in the flower-filled Chang'an City.
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"Teacher, student Li Chong is here to pay his respects."
When he came to the door, Li Chong straightened his clothes and said quietly.
"Li Chong, come in." A faint voice came from inside the door, and the voice was kind and wise.
Push the door open and come to the yard. There are ivy-like plants planted in the corner of the yard. A small shed is formed in the yard. The green branches are hanging down, giving a feeling of greenery and prosperity. There is a chair under the shed and there is a chair next to it.
There was a "Ji Gu Suan Jing" on display. Li Chong knew that this was Master Wang's must-have effort. Although it had not been completely compiled successfully, it already showed a profound concept.
There are some vegetables growing in the other corner of the yard. Wang Xiaotong is dressed in Confucian clothes. He is in his sixties, with a fair and rosy face and a slightly white beard under his chin, showing a high level of cultivation and knowledge. He is taking care of the place with farm tools.
Li Chong knew that the purpose of setting up this small vegetable garden was to be self-sufficient on the one hand, and on the other hand to exercise his body so that both body and mind could be exercised. This is what Master Wang advocates for all students.
Wang Xiaotong not only emphasized that Confucian students should master all six arts, but also should know farming, understand the sufferings of the people, and be a Confucian disciple who truly cares about the world.
Seeing Li Chong's arrival, Wang Xiaotong put down the farm tools in his hands, wiped his sweat, and sat on a chair under the green shed. His whole body exuded a faint aura of elegance.
"Li Chong, why are you here today? Is there something wrong?"
Looking at Li Chong, Wang Xiaotong asked softly.
"Teacher, the student has gained some insights from reading recently and wants to travel around to witness what he has learned in his heart."
Looking at the kind and dignified teacher, Li Chong spoke out the words he had prepared.
"Well."
After hearing Li Chong's words, Master Wang glanced at Li Chong lightly, thought for a moment, and said with a smile.
"Have you decided to travel? Well, yes, reading thousands of books and traveling thousands of miles is what Confucian disciples should do. Now that you have decided, go ahead and do it."
"Thank you Master. I will definitely abide by Master's teachings and abide by the essence of Confucianism."
Facing this kind and strict teacher, Li Chong did not dare to show any slights. Since becoming a teacher, Master Wang's strict teachings and meticulous care for him made Li Chong feel like a strict father and a loving teacher.
Li Chong even once suspected that his mentor already knew his identity, but his mentor treated all his apprentices equally, neither despising him nor avoiding him because of his status. If it weren't for the slight extra care he sometimes showed towards him,
Li Chong would not be suspicious.
However, Li Chong knew that no matter what his status was, his mentor was still his mentor, and his mentor would also regard him as his youngest disciple Li Chong rather than a prince.
"Just wait a moment."
Master Wang said to Li Chong, turned around and entered the house.
Seeing his mentor enter the house, Li Chong felt strange for a while, but his mentor must have something to explain to him, so he stood in the courtyard and waited.
After a while, Wang Xiaotong walked out of the room, holding a set of notes in his hand.
"It is a must for Confucian disciples to travel here. However, the world is huge and dangers are constant. As a teacher, I am just a Confucian scholar and I have nothing to give you, so I will give you a handwritten note."
Li Chong respectfully took Master Wang's sticker. When he opened it, he saw eight vigorous characters written on it, which conveyed a majestic righteousness of heaven and earth, and seemed to turn into clouds and burst out of the paper.
"Determine to seek the truth and not be afraid of hardships."
"Sir, my disciples will definitely remember your great kindness."
Li Chong was shocked when he saw this copybook. He looked at the teacher with eyes full of excitement and deep gratitude.
The handwriting of a great Confucian is extremely precious. Every calligraphy and painting is the condensation of hard work and contains the great truth in the heart of the great Confucian. Therefore, every handwriting of a great Confucian is a treasure that many students in the Tang Dynasty are eager to seek.
Wang Xiaotong had never written a formal copybook, nor had he written an authentic handwriting to anyone. Even if the prime minister of the dynasty once asked for a handwriting, he never agreed. He did not expect that today he would make an exception and write Li Chong's handwriting.
The kindness and care made Li Chong feel warm and moved in his heart.
However, Li Chong didn't say anything, because Li Chong knew that too many words would be too pretentious. His mentor had no desires in his life and would not need anything in return from him.
The reason why the teacher does this is just because he is the teacher's student, it's as simple as that. So saying too many words will hurt the feelings of teachers and students.
Li Chong turned all his emotions into a deep bow.
"Go ahead."
Seeing Li Chong's expression, Master Wang said calmly and continued to tidy up his vegetable garden.
Looking at the teacher's back, Li Chong bowed deeply again, then turned and left.
"The fate of Qianlong!"
After watching Li Chong leave, Wang Shinannan said to himself. His eyes were full of care and a hint of worry.
After returning from his teacher's place, Li Chong kept his teacher's original work securely close to his body.
Everything is ready, it's time to go and deliver the letter. On the way, I can't help but gain more knowledge and refine the Yuan Ni Dzi Pearl to increase my strength. Maybe by the time I get to Dongting, my strength will have been enhanced a lot.
After being prepared, Li Chong set off immediately. During the day, he observed the scenery and humanities and customs on the road, and during the night, he refined the Yuan Mizhu.
After walking on the road, Li Chong realized the importance of traveling thousands of miles. The customs and customs he saw not only greatly increased his knowledge, but also gave him a lot of understanding of the world, and compared it with what he had read in books.
Compare and let yourself master the knowledge of books more thoroughly.
The unremitting refining of Yuan Mizhu gradually increased his strength. Not only his martial arts, but the spiritual pressure of the God of Death also continued to increase. This harvest made Li Chong very happy.
On this day, he continued walking, but after walking for most of the day, he didn't see half of the houses, which made Li Chong feel depressed. It seemed that he could only sleep one night in this barren mountain. Fortunately, he was not afraid of the jackals in the mountains.
Tiger and leopard.
Taking advantage of the afterglow of sunset, Li Chong planned to walk for a while to see if he could find an Orion home.
I don’t know if it was my luck. Standing on a hill, I saw an abandoned temple in the distance, and I was very happy. This way I didn’t have to sleep in the wilderness.
He quickened his pace and soon arrived at the temple. Looking at the huge temple, Li Chong had a strange look on his face because there was a broken stone tablet in front of the temple with the words "Lanruo Temple" written on it.
"It can't be such a coincidence. Maybe it's the same name. Besides, Nie Xiaoqian's matter doesn't seem to be from the Tang Dynasty. Maybe I'm overthinking it, but if I really can meet her, I can meet the beautiful and pitiful Nie Xiaoqian.
, The upright Ning Caichen can still see the strength of the monks in this world, and even see the monsters. It seems that he has not seen the monsters when he came to this world. When the time comes, he will not know whether the ability of the God of Death is compared with these monks and monsters.
What will happen?”
When he thought of this, Li Chong had a faint expectation. He didn't know how powerful the Death God would be when facing these gods and monsters. After all, the strength he knew was all speculation and he had not actually practiced it yet.
But then I thought that all this was a little impossible, and I felt that I was thinking wildly. I shook my head and walked into the temple, preparing to work hard to refine the Yuan Mizhu.
When Li Chong walked into the temple, a glimmer of glory appeared on the stone tablet, and it disappeared in a flash.