Hearing Bachelor Qin's harsh words, young Zhang Juzheng was not frightened, but became excited. He came here just to broaden his horizons and gain knowledge.
If you can observe and learn the operation of a big boss at close range, it will definitely be a worthwhile trip. It is not a big deal for young people to watch the excitement.
Qin Dewei called the servants aside and gave a few instructions. Then three of the servants left, leaving Ma Er alone to continue following him.
Zhang Juzheng also has a servant by his side, plus Ma Er has two people to look after him, which is enough for the time being.
Bachelor Qin turned around and said, "Let's go! Go to the county to study."
Zhang Juzheng, who was full of expectations, was suddenly disappointed. What about showing off his muscles and strength as he promised? With your status as Bachelor Qin, what's the point of going to a low-end place like a county school to show off your prestige?
Just like a young strong man punching an eighty-year-old man and kicking a young child, can it be considered as having strong martial virtue?
So Zhang Juzheng couldn't help but ask: "But I wonder what the profound meaning of Bachelor Qin's study in the county is?"
Qin Dewei chuckled a few times: "For the sake of senior Zhang Chongxiang, I will give you some advice this time! Let me ask you, when the emperor returns to his hometown, what else will he do besides offering sacrifices and visiting the mausoleum?"
After Zhang Juzheng thought for a while, he answered correctly: "Probably he will also summon the elders and gentry to show his benevolence and closeness."
Qin Dewei asked again: "There must be representatives of local scholars among the people who are meeting the emperor. Where should we choose them? Do you still think it is useless to study in the county?"
Zhang Juzheng: "..."
The young man felt directly that there was a big gap between them in terms of rank. He didn’t dare to question it anymore and just followed it honestly!
Qin Dewei added casually: "I'll give you a test question. You can think about it, what should I do when I go to the county school?"
The county school here in Zhongxiang is similar to most county schools in the world. There are no longer classes every day. There are only a few fixed days every month for lectures and conferences. At other times, students are free to relax.
But the time has been special recently, and most of the students go to the county to study basically every day. After all, the emperor and so many big bosses are in the city, so we still have to do it, and we can't be criticized.
So when Qin Dewei took Zhang Juzheng to the county school, dozens of students were gathered in the courtyard.
The handyman on duty at the county school gate glanced at Qin Dewei and Zhang Juzheng and allowed them to go in without stopping them.
As the saying goes, respect clothes first and then respect people. Qin Dewei and Zhang Juzheng both seemed to be scholars, so there was nothing to stop them from doing.
Moreover, the handyman also knows that there have been a lot of out-of-town students studying in Zhongxiang recently, and it is normal for them to come to the county school to make friends.
After entering the gate, Zhang Juzheng still couldn't hold it back and asked again: "Why didn't Bachelor Qin give his name?"
Qin Dewei replied as he walked: "Of course I can show my identity first, be greeted with a grand ceremony, and go in high and mighty;
You can also communicate with the other person as a normal person first, and then finally reveal your identity and surprise everyone!
If you think about it carefully, which situation will impress others? Of course, the premise is that you must first have an identity that is surprising enough!"
This is really a knowledge of everything. Zhang Juzheng felt that he had learned something again, and he replied sincerely: "The latter situation is still desirable."
It was mid-March, and the spring flowers were blooming and the scenery was bright. For scholars, it was of course also the peak period for socializing and gatherings.
With so many scholars "forced" to gather in the county school's front, it was natural that the county school became a place for elegant gatherings.
When Qin Dewei and Zhang Juzheng came in, they saw groups of three or five in front of Minglun Hall, which was very lively. The talented people were reciting poems and lyrics, while the untalented people were singing about the wind and the moon.
Qin Dewei strode to the platform of Minglun Hall, glanced at the hall a few times, and asked a middle-aged man: "Are you the County Xuejiao?"
The middle-aged man raised his eyelids and simply replied: "Exactly."
Qin Dewei was too young and did not attract much attention from others. He didn't even bother to ask who Qin Dewei was.
In the impression of the world, the big shots in the imperial court were at least in their forties or fifties. Who would have thought who these young scholars in their twenties are?
Qin Dewei shouted loudly: "I came here to visit because of my reputation, but here I have seen the behavior of the county students. It is simply ridiculous and disappointing!"
The middle-aged county scholar didn't even raise his eyebrows and turned a deaf ear to Qin Dewei's words.
The atmosphere these days is impetuous, and many scholars are like this, speaking fiercely and intolerantly in order to attract attention and increase their reputation.
As a humble old man who has been severely beaten by society, the county school teacher chose to be indifferent. He couldn't afford to argue with the angry youth. If he was serious, he would lose!
But the other local scholars under the platform couldn't bear it any more, and after hearing this, they gathered around him, all with bad looks on their faces.
A student in his thirties shouted: "Who are you? How dare you speak so brazenly here!"
Qin Dewei sneered: "I'm just an unknown person, I just can't stand you guys, could it be that I said something wrong?
They all appear to be well-dressed, but they are all dull and stupid people doing stupid things here!"
This sentence really aroused public outrage. The local scholars gathered closer, the anger on their faces could no longer be suppressed, and some even began to curse loudly.
The atmosphere in the scene suddenly became tense. If someone stood up and shouted at this moment, I am afraid that a one-sided group fight would immediately occur.
Although Zhang Juzheng next to him was bold, he couldn't help but become frightened when facing these angry crowds that were gradually approaching.
Academician Qin just said, stand still and don't be scared to the point of peeing your pants. Is this what he meant?
At that time, I thought Academician Qin was deliberately alarmist or joking, but I didn't expect it to be true! Wouldn't it be so exciting? Does Academician Qin have masochistic tendencies?
The county school teacher was still afraid that something would happen, and he was responsible anyway, so he stood up from Minglun Hall.
Then he asked Qin Dewei: "Who is your Excellency? Do you dare to leave your name? Do you have any grudges with us?"
Qin Dewei said proudly: "I am Jiangling Zhang Juzheng! I am not targeting anyone, and those present are not worthy of having any grudge against me!"
Zhang Juzheng: "..."
The child prodigy Zhang Juzheng is still very famous within hundreds of miles around. The county school teacher was puzzled and felt that this "Zhang Juzheng" was slightly more mature than the rumored age, but it was probably because of his precocious appearance.
Then the instructor spoke again: "Your Excellency is reasonable, but if you can't explain it, and you are just shouting out of thin air, you will have to wait for an explanation from me."
Qin Dewei replied without fear: "The Holy One comes to Zhongxiang, but you, as scholars, cannot understand the heart of heaven and understand the profound meaning of the Holy One. You only know how to show off here, what else is it if it is not absurd?"
If you are stupid and do not understand, then I would like to tell you that the Holy One governs the world with filial piety, and the southern tour is the gift of filial piety! The word "filial piety" is what the Holy One values most!"
When all the scholars heard this, they suddenly fell into deep thought.
Qin Dewei continued to reprimand: "Opportunities are reserved for those who are prepared. The Holy Spirit cares about the elders in the old residence and is very likely to summon the reward, so you local scholars will have a chance to meet you.
Now if you don't carefully feel the Holy Will and promote filial piety for the Holy One, what's the use of just reciting poems and lyrics here?
After I entered the gate of the county school, I was heartbroken to see that you didn't know how to cherish the opportunity and wasted your time here. Apart from saying that you are all idiots, what else can I say?"
Dozens of county scholars suddenly fell silent. This man was really hateful. What he said was really irritating, but it made sense.
It was clear that dozens of people were facing one person, but they were completely outgunned in terms of momentum and were actually suppressed to death.
Zhang Juzheng, who was standing nearby, felt dazzled. Is this the aura of a big shot?
Moreover, the studious and inquisitive young scholar Zhang had already thought deeply about why Bachelor Qin came over to "instruct" the county bachelors?
Do you want to spread certain public opinions through local scholar channels, and also make a show to the emperor?
The county school teacher suddenly pointed at Qin Dewei and shouted: "You are not Zhang Juzheng! That Zhang Juzheng is far away in Jiangling, and he is just a teenage local student!"
When it comes to knowledge, Zhang Juzheng is probably not much better than us! Even if we can make some guesses, how can we dare to clarify the holy will with such certainty?"
Qin Dewei laughed "haha" and rarely praised others: "You are quite knowledgeable for this little teaching! What's your surname?"
The county school teacher quickly saluted Qin Dewei and said, "My surname is Sun. I have met this father-in-law before!"
Qin Dewei: "..."
Zhang Juzheng, who was studious and inquisitive, couldn't help himself, so he asked ambiguously: "How did you tell?"
Sun Jiaoyu replied respectfully: "You are so young and beardless, so full of scholarly temperament, so well aware of the emperor's will, and so powerful. Who else can you be besides my father-in-law who just graduated from the inner school and entered the ceremonial department?"
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Sun Jiaoyu felt that he understood it very well, and his answers were very good, and he also flattered him by the way.
As we all know, the eunuchs and eunuchs in charge of rituals all received standard Confucian education in the inner study hall from an early age, which is equivalent to the scholars among the eunuchs.
After graduating from the Nei Shu Tang and joining the Supervisor of Ceremonies, it is equivalent to a scholar entering the Hanlin Academy, and these people also like to wear Confucian shirts outside the palace.
Qin Dewei secretly vowed to grow a beard from today on!
Xiao Zhang Xiucai shrank his head and did not dare to continue asking. He could only silently wish Sun Jiaoyu a good future.
At this time, I suddenly saw the handyman at the county government gate crawling and peeing in front of the platform of Minglun Hall. He shouted incoherently to Sun Jiaoyu: "Hurry up and greet him!"
Sun Jiaoyu became nervous again. Is there a big shot here? He quickly adjusted his clothes and asked, "Who is this big shot?"
The handyman seemed to be still talking incoherently: "It's the minister, three ministers! They're here together!"
Hearing this sentence, not only Sun Jiaoyu, but also dozens of local students immediately went crazy. Who among scholars doesn't want to get in touch with big shots?
But what is the situation of the three ministers? Can the small county school bear such surprises or shocks?
That's a second-rank minister, not a big cabbage! The situation where three ministers appear at once can only happen when discussing matters in the temple.
Without any instructions from Sun Jiaoyu, all the students rushed to the door to greet the big bosses.
Only Qin Dewei stood on the platform calmly and calmly, completely unmoved.
Xiao Zhang Xiucai was also very excited. Three ministers came hand in hand. Who could not be excited?
But he looked at Qin Dewei, who was motionless, and then at the door, and still asked hesitantly: "Should I go over to greet the late students? Otherwise, it would be rude."
Qin Dewei said casually: "You are following me, please wait until they arrive."
