Chapter 455: Zhuge Liang's Strategy to Move the Capital
Inside the Five Classics Pavilion, darkness enveloped the place.
After nightfall, there was a bit of chill in the Five Classics Hall, and many scholars had gone to bed early.
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 handsome young man was writing quickly.
The young man is clearly Zhuge Liang.
He has been studying in the Five Classics Hall for more than half a year and has long been integrated into the Five Classics Hall. Now Zhuge Liang is already 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 a disciple of Zheng Xuan. Everything makes Zhuge Liang outstanding in the Five Classics Hall and becomes the leader of the scholars in the Five Classics Hall.
It has become a habit for Zhuge Liang to study in the library.
The Zhuge family was once a wealthy family in the Langya Kingdom and had a large collection of books. Therefore, at a young age, Zhuge Liang began to study early and gained rich knowledge. However, compared with the library of the Five Classics Museum, the Zhuge family's book collection was like a firefly.
The difference between light and bright moon.
The collection of books in the Five Classics Museum 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 Museum.
Sub-borrowing.
Such an environment gave Zhuge Liang an ocean of knowledge. He continued to absorb knowledge and enhance his own knowledge accumulation.
Although Zhuge Liang only studied in the Five Classics Museum 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 transformed.
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 hard and diligently. He was still 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 papers.
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, Haishi is almost over, and it is almost approaching Zishi. At this time, countless scholars have already rested, and you are still lighting up the lamp to stay up late."
Zhuge Liang saw Zheng Xuan coming and quickly stood up and said: "Teacher."
"Pack 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 guarding 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 if you want 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 hard 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 Museum has been established for almost three years. The first batch of scholars who entered the Five Classics Museum have all achieved success in their studies.
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"I have discussed with all the teachers in the academy and plan to arrange the graduation examination accordingly. All scholars who pass the examination will be recommended by the Five Classics Hall to the King of Wu, who will then make selection arrangements."
"This involves the Qionglin Banquet mentioned by King Wu, which 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 Museum just 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.
As he walked, he said: "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 doctrines, nor is he a person who worships Buddhism and talks about the heart.
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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 showed a smile on his face and asked: "Which direction?"
"Move the capital!"
Zhuge Liang replied loudly.
Zheng Xuan was shocked and said: "Kong Ming, relocating the capital is a big matter, 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 business of the King of Wu."
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 should be said. Just go ahead with your plan. 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 and you don't have much time to sleep. On the contrary, you should sleep when you are a young man and have a good rest."
Zheng Xuan gave some more instructions and separated from Zhuge Liang.
The assessment of the Five Classics Hall was arranged accordingly. The first batch of people to take the assessment were the first 300 people who entered the Five Classics Hall. Among these 300 people, more than 20 people failed to pass the exam and were dismissed. Two people persisted.
More than one hundred and eighty people.
After everyone's assessment, the Five Classics Museum ranked them according to their assessment results, and Zhuge Liang was not surprised to be ranked first.
Regardless of his talent and ability, or his character and conduct, Zhuge Liang is highly regarded by everyone.
After the list of the Five Classics Hall came out, Zheng Xuan took the list and went to Prince Wu's Mansion in person. Lu Xuan still needed to confirm the list after the assessment, otherwise the assessment of the Five Classics Hall would not be effective.