Volume 1 Battle in the Sand Garden Chapter 79 Proud Building
On the way back, Qin Chong felt relaxed. Not only did he find the craftsman who transformed the hammer, he also learned an incredible hammering technique along the way.
In life, he is really stubborn and unreasonable. If Qin Zhong had not fallen from the cliff, he would not have met the meteorite at all; if he had not given up his gun and learned to hammer, he would not have come to Shangyang Village. Naturally, he would not have thought that an ordinary blacksmith in Shangyang Village
, actually possesses peerless hammering skills.
Everything seems to be destined, meeting the right person at the right time. However, Qin Zhong's choice is the key.
After entering the village, there were more people on the street. The shops along the road were lit with lights, reflecting the bright tiles, and the lively scene was even more lively than during the day. On the second floor facing the street, the lights were swaying, and silk and bamboo were curling up. This bustling scene
, no worse than the big city.
Qin Zhong became more and more curious as to which genius created such an extraordinary village.
While walking, Qin Zhong suddenly felt something was wrong. He turned around and saw Lang Zongyu following him with his head down, looking listless. He frowned and stopped, waiting for Lang Zongyu to come closer. Unexpectedly, Lang Zongyu was not in his mind.
, bumped into Qin Zhong.
"What's going on?" Qin Chong felt quite strange. In the afternoon, his eyes were full of energy and everything he saw was fresh.
"What?" Lang Zongyu raised his head and looked at Qin Chong blankly.
"What's wrong with you?" Qin Zhong was speechless and curled his lips and said, "Seeing such prosperity, don't you want to move forward?"
"Where to go?" Lang Zongyu also frowned. He couldn't understand Qin Zhong's teasing.
Qin Chong was very discouraged and didn't want to talk to him, so he turned around and left. After talking for a long time, he was talking like a chicken and a duck, which made him very angry. He didn't go far, but he saw a crowd of people on the road ahead.
There are three layers outside. They can't get through even with their horses.
Looking ahead, I saw that it was the restaurant that was collecting couplets. There were many times more scholars in front of the door than in the afternoon. After asking, I found out that the store had increased the reward after seeing that no one had continued to write couplets for several days.
In addition to a feast of hundreds of birds, future meals will be permanently discounted at 50%.
This time, more scholars came, and even scholars from Fuping County came over to join in the fun.
However, there were many lines in the second couplet, but none of them could be caught. The scholar racked his brains, but was not appreciated, which also aroused his anger. He called friends to gather in Shangyang Village, and he had to suppress the arrogance of the store owner.
.However, his talent is limited and he never has a masterpiece.
Qin Chong didn't take it seriously, he had seen through such tricks a long time ago. Regardless of whether he got the second line right or not, at least the store's advertisement was out.
The more people come, the greater the reputation of the restaurant. It is estimated that the owner of the restaurant will smile crookedly at this moment.
Qin Chong had no intention of getting involved, and just wanted to find a quiet place to practice his new hammering skills. However, the road was crowded with people, and it was impossible for them to get through for a while. Qin Chong and the two were even holding horses, and even more
It has caused dissatisfaction among passers-by.
"It's really strange that anyone dares to miss the Feast of One Hundred Birds."
"Can you read or not? Do you also want to make a pair?"
.........
Qin Chong and the two men were dressed as warriors, and they were immediately disliked by the scholars around them, who looked at them sideways and made sarcastic remarks. Lang Zongyu suddenly felt uncomfortable all over and just wanted to escape from here quickly. The number of words he knew was not enough for two slaps.
I don't dare to reply when someone makes fun of me.
Qin Zhong was angry, and thought to himself, this damn society is really a society that only recognizes clothes and not people. As long as you don't wear robes, you will be despised everywhere. There are always some pretentious guys who want to belittle warriors.
To show your nobility.
In an instant, his good impression of Shangyangcun completely disappeared.
"Ah, this brother is coming out?" Qin Zhong shouted suddenly, widening his eyes exaggeratedly and looking at a scholar next to him.
Qin Zhong's voice immediately attracted everyone's attention, and they all turned around and looked over. This afternoon, only two or three people responded to each other's second line, and no one else responded. Everyone had been waiting anxiously, and now they heard that someone was speaking out.
, aren’t you overjoyed?
The scholar's face suddenly turned red, and he pointed at Qin Zhong, with a look of disbelief in his eyes. Qin Zhong chuckled, stretched out his hand to push the scholar forward. In full view of the crowd, the scholar became more and more embarrassed. Qin Zhong pushed him
Pushing forward, I was even more stunned and speechless.
"I didn't." The scholar finally shouted, so embarrassed that he just wanted to bury himself.
The crowd burst into laughter and looked at the scholar, all pointing and joking. Why did the scholar come here? Is it really for a feast of birds? Of course not. They came here in groups and borrowed money from the restaurant.
Couplet and want to become famous.
Scholars value reputation the most, because reputation can bring endless benefits. With reputation, you can be known and noticed; with reputation, you can gain respect and recognition; with reputation, you have an aura around you. Even because of reputation, you can also gain recognition.
Can be rewarded by the court.
Nowadays, the imperial court is opening courses to recruit scholars, just like thousands of troops crossing a single-plank bridge. There are only a few who succeed, and there are countless people who have lost their reputation.
What should we do with these people? Some people are desperate and have to take the imperial examination. The imperial examination is held every three years, and these people take one, two and three exams. Ten years of panic have passed. The gray-haired people who have passed the exam are still faltering.
Good luck never comes outside the mountains.
There are also some people who rely on people's recommendation to become teachers in academies and join the staff to assist the proprietor. This is nothing more than a path. It is very likely that they will get an official position because of the proprietor's recommendation. However, the most critical factor for joining the staff is
You have to have a reputation and be recommended.
The restaurant's collection of couplets was not a big deal at first. But now that it has attracted attention from all directions, it is a big deal. Once you win, you will definitely become famous. In the future, when everyone mentions it, they will praise your talent. Which scholar would not want to seize such an opportunity?
live?
Qin Chong was not a person who swallowed his anger. He immediately retaliated when he was humiliated. In one sentence, he sent the scholar to the fire. He was laughed at and ridiculed in public. He covered his face and ran away. I am afraid that he will not be able to do it again in the past few days.
Get out of the house.
Qin Chong led the horse and squeezed out of the crowd, and walked away as if nothing had happened. As the saying goes, those who humiliate others will always humiliate themselves, and they will only bring disaster upon themselves. Doing this, Qin Chong felt that it was normal, who let the scholar provoke him first? However, Lang Zongyu
However, he was greatly surprised and extremely puzzled by Qin Zhong's actions.
"Why offend that scholar?" Lang Zongyu followed Qin Chong, but he felt worried in his heart.
"Tit for tit, it's fair and reasonable, why not?" Qin Chong disagreed.
"Scholars are precious and we can't afford to offend them. If they are ridiculed by him, it's just a matter of listening to them. We won't lose a piece of meat."
Qin Zhong suddenly stopped and turned around slowly. At this moment, he seemed to have just met Lang Zongyu. Under his rough appearance, he actually hid a humble heart. In his heart, he was one level lower than a scholar.
A deep-rooted understanding.
At this moment, Qin Chong realized in a daze that Lang Zongyu's attitude was not his alone, but the consensus of the entire society. Under the promotion of the imperial court and the advocacy of literati, the people of the Song Dynasty prostrate themselves on the ground and took it for granted.
, scholars are superior to others.
But Qin Chong is a different kind of person in this era, a person who is deviant and despised.
Qin Zhong opened his mouth and gave up his plan to educate Lang Zongyu. Changing a person's concept is not a simple matter. At least Qin Zhong did not have the confidence to correct Lang Zongyu's concept formed since childhood with just a few words. He didn't want to, so he caused two people
of estrangement.
Concepts are formed by subtle influences from an early age. To change them, you have to work hard to change them.
"Are you hungry alone?" Qin Zhong changed the subject.
"Hungry." Lang Zongyu immediately grimaced. He was so hungry that his chest pressed against his back.
"Find a place to stay and have a good meal." Qin Zhong patted Lang Zongyu's arm, turned and walked forward.
It was easy to find the inn, but all of them were full. In the past two days, too many scholars came to the village, so most of the inns on the street were occupied by them. Qin Zhong visited three in a row, and even one
I couldn't find any place to stay, and I couldn't help but feel frustrated.
"Two guests, please don't bother to look for us anymore. All the inns in Shangyang Village are full," the waiter reminded kindly.
"All are full?" Lang Zongyu scratched his head, but he didn't really care. At worst, he would have to spend the whole night in the wilderness.
"It seems that we can only sleep on the street." Qin Chong was quite helpless. Who asked him to catch up with the gathering of scholars.
"Oh, what a pity, you two are not scholars." The waiter shook his head and walked towards the inn.
"What do you mean?" Qin Chong suddenly became angry. He misunderstood that Xiaoergou looked down on others and refused to give them a house if he had one.
"Your Majesty, you don't know." The waiter was caught by Qin Zhong and was immediately startled. He quickly explained, "We also have a proud building in the village. It is really magnificent and has everything to eat, drink and have fun. Don't say
There is a beautiful singer accompanying me at my residence."
"Deyilou?" Qin Chong was a little curious after hearing this. Why did the waiter say, "It's a pity that he is not a scholar?"
"Deyilou is the best place in our village, but not everyone can go in."
"Why?" Qin Zhong asked.
"The owner of the building once made a rule that if you want to enter the building, you must first pass three levels." The waiter raised his hand and stretched out three fingers.
"The first level, pair."
"Hey." Qin Zhong was amused when he heard this. What's the custom in Shangyang Village? There are always pairs everywhere.
"The second level is a poem."
Qin Dian nodded and motioned for the waiter to continue.
"No one knows what the third level is." The waiter said, spreading his hands and glancing at Qin Zhong. Does that mean you know why?
Qin Zhong touched his nose, feeling extremely interested. No one knew what the so-called third level was, because no one had ever reached the third level. Anyway, he had no place to live, so it would be a good idea to try his luck.
What if it happens?
"The host said that as long as you pass the three levels, you can enjoy everything in the building for free." The waiter revealed another piece of information.
"Is there such a good thing?" Qin Chong was moved. "Where is the Deyi Building?"
"This is in the east of the village. Go west and turn south at the intersection. You will see Deyi Building." The waiter pointed the way.
"Let's go to Deyi Building for a walk." Qin Zhong said, leading his horse forward.
Seeing that the two of them were really going to Deyi Building, the waiter couldn't help but curled his lips and turned back into the inn. Ever since Deyi Building was built, no one has passed the third level, and they don't even know what the third level is. Over the past few years,
How many scholars have been stumped that even two warriors want to enter?
People who don't know the heights of heaven and earth have seen many people come and go. Qin Zhongzhi's words were just a joke.
"Are you really going?" Lang Zongyu caught up with Qin Chong and asked in disbelief. Deyilou is both a couple and a poet, isn't he looking for humiliation?
"I said I am a scholar, do you believe me, Brother Lang?" Qin Chong asked with a smile.
"Ah?" Lang Zongyu was completely confused. Why did he become a scholar and not a martial artist?
Qin Zhong ignored Lang Zongyu's doubts and strolled west. After walking for less than a moment, he came to a crossroads. Looking south from here, he saw a three-story building with a lantern hanging high.
, the outline of the tall building is strung out, and it is bright and conspicuous.
The streets to the north and south are the main streets of Shangyang Village. They are crowded with pedestrians and lined with shops. Even though it is already dark, it is still very lively.
As they walked along, they could hear the strings and bamboos in their ears, and the songs were melodious and affectionate. Looking sideways, they could see signs like Lihuayuan and Yirenxuan. The fragrance of the reception in front of the door was blowing on his face, and his eyebrows were flirtatious. Qin Zhong understood clearly that this
Most of the streets are filled with brothels, what a gentle town it is.
Not long after walking, Qin Chong and his two men arrived in front of Deyi Building. Looking up, they saw a tower over ten feet tall, with carved beams and painted tiles. It was really majestic.