Three Kingdoms

For a moment, both horses were speechless.

After a long time, Sima Huicai sighed and said: "At the time of Wang Mang, at the beginning of the watch, the world was in chaos, the rituals and music fell apart, and the classics were in ruins... Fortunately, Guangwu Zhongxing, who also loved the scriptures, didn't get off the car. We first visited the refined scholars, picked up missing texts, and corrected the omissions. Then there were doctors of the Five Classics who taught the classics and latitudes of various schools, such as Fan, Chen, Zheng, Du, Wei, Huan, etc., and they gathered one after another. What a flourishing literary scene..."

Sima Hui raised his head slightly, as if imagining the situation back then. After a moment, he slowly said: "In the past, there were Shi, Meng, Liangqiu and Jingshi in Yi, Ouyang, Xiaoxiahou in the book, and Xiahou in the poem. Mao, Qi, Lu, and Han, the rites of Dadai and Qing, the Spring and Autumn Period, Yan, Yan, etc., all the great Confucians were sitting in the hall, looking at the clouds and mists, Qi Piyong was lecturing on the classics, and the cowards were holding on to the classics and asking questions. There are hundreds of millions of people who are wearing official gentry’s crowns, watching and listening at the gardens and bridge gates... They are all in abundance! What an honor..."

"Now..." Sima Hui turned to look at Sima Yi, "How much is there?"

Sima Yi was silent.

"Let's not talk about poetry..." Sima Hui excluded the "Book of Songs" first, because the "Book of Songs" was like an enlightenment book in the eyes of those who studied scriptures in the Han Dynasty, especially Mao's poems. It is widely circulated among the people, and even those in the countryside who can recognize a few words can say a few sentences. Therefore, basically everyone knows the Book of Songs, and those who do not understand the Book of Songs are equivalent to being illiterate.

"...Among the aristocratic families, in terms of writing, only the Yang family is the only one; in terms of Yi, only the Xun family is the only one; in terms of etiquette, the Ma family is the only one who passed it on to Lu and Zheng. Now Lu Gong has passed away. The Zheng family is the only one left; if we look at the Spring and Autumn Period, only Cai Gong's complete works are now passed down to the Fei family... The other families also study the classics, but some have no inheritance or are not famous, so what?" Sima Hui closed his eyes, and his voice He became more and more depressed, "One is a family accident, the other is that the teachings are not human, the third is that there is no book to pass on... Let me ask Erlang, does the Sima family have an advantage? Today, the learning in Hanoi, poetry, books, etiquette and Yi, all belong to the Zheng family. , If things go on like this, how can the Sima family gain a foothold? You are talented and intelligent, and you have always been calm, so why are you today..." (Note to this chapter)

Sima Yi lowered his head and said after a while: "...nephew... you are wrong." Sima Yi was not sure why he felt the inexplicable anger in his heart after noticing the somewhat disappointed look in the eyes of General Fei Qian of Zhengxi. Come. Maybe you are used to being praised at home, but when you meet in person, you feel left out and there is a huge gap? Or maybe it's because the uncle talks better than the father, so some of the suppressed personality is exposed?

Zheng Xuan was not only good at Rites and Classics, but also dabbled in Shangshu, Spring and Autumn Annals, Yi Jing, etc. He also integrated ancient and modern texts into his own school, which was called Zheng Xue. Strictly speaking, although Zheng Xuan studied under the great Confucian Ma Rong of ancient classics, he followed the path of modern classics. As a result, when Zheng Xuan was about to leave after studying classics, Ma Rong faintly sensed that something was wrong, so he sent someone to prepare. They took Zheng Xuan back, but failed to catch him...

Jinwen Jingxue was originally a way for each Confucian scholar to expound and explain the meaning of the scriptures, and to teach the scriptures in written or oral form. What Zheng Xuan is doing now is actually like those great Confucian scholars of the Modern Classics who wrote annotations for various ancient classics. Although some of the prophecies of the Modern Classics have been removed, on the one hand, these ancient Profound and obscure words can be easier to understand, but to a certain extent, they are mixed with his personal thoughts and concepts, or his personal interpretation and annotation of certain scriptures. In Sima Hui's eyes, this is basically They are no different from the rebels of ancient scriptures.

You, Zheng Xuan, can say that this is how I personally understand this passage. The general idea is that there is nothing wrong with it. However, I have to explain why I understand it this way and on what basis I understand it. As a result, if I omit it, many people will think that it is the scripture. Wen should be understood as Zheng Xuan said. Isn't this the same as those modern Confucian classics scholars who misled the disciples when they dictated the sutras orally?

Sima Hui wanted to reverse this situation, but people in the Han Dynasty were more pragmatic. Just like the saying in later generations, if you can do it, go ahead, if not, leave it alone. Sima Hui wanted to seize Zheng Xuan's right to speak, but found out that he had something hard in his hands. nothing.

Most people actually know that not all of Zheng Xuan’s knowledge may be correct, but the problem is that it is convenient in Zheng Xuan. If you have questions about the Book of Changes, you can ask them, and if you have questions about etiquette, you can also ask for advice from Shangshu, Spring and Autumn Period. You can ask anyone, instead of having to go to various counties and find different aristocratic families like before. In this way, comparing the two, more people will naturally be willing to gather under Zheng Xuan's name.

And what does it mean when these people come together?

This means that most potential officials in the future will learn from the Zheng family!

Confucian classics in the Han Dynasty were the invisible ladder to official positions.

Such a situation was definitely not what Emperor Wu of the Han Dynasty wanted to see, so Emperor Guangwu simply changed the Ancestral Temple to make it clear that you are on your side of the chariot and horses, and I am on this side. Although they are all water from the Han Dynasty, but the water from the well is Do not violate the appearance of river water.

When Emperor Guangwu was in court, whenever he discussed national affairs involving people's livelihood and government affairs, he would have active and heated discussions with his ministers on Confucian classics. They would discuss from the time the sun rose to the time the sun set. In the process, they would naturally develop mutual understanding of each other. When arguing, if there is someone who does not understand the classics and meanings, he will directly "seize his seat to help those who understand" on the spot.

At that time, there was a man named Dai who was serving as a minister. He always stood during every court meeting and refused to sit down. Guangwu also found it strange and asked why. Then the minister Dai said that he was "not as experienced as the ministers, but he dared not be among them." "", there is a folk song in Luoyang that says, "Execution of the Scriptures is endless and the minister is wearing it." Therefore, in such an atmosphere, which minister would slack off in studying the Scriptures?

At present, Confucian classics has become an invisible benchmark among aristocratic families, and among these aristocratic families, the one who is most successful in studying and becoming an official is the Hongnong Yang family. The Yang family of Hongnong was a minister of the family, and Yang Zhen, Yang Bing, and Yang gave Yang Biao a series of descendants. It became a matter of course for him to pass down his family knowledge and ascend to the high hall. It is precisely because of this that the Yang family became the leader of all noble families. A benchmark.

Obviously, the Zheng family is ready to take such a path. It only takes one or two generations to accumulate. Even if Zheng Xuan is stronger, he will naturally become prosperous when the Yuan family is about to become successful. But the Sima family, who also governed the Book of Rites, had been forced by Zheng Xuan to have no choice but to leave.

Sima Hui shook his head and said nothing more.

"Uncle..." Sima Yi said hesitantly, "My nephew once heard that my uncle gave him a name to strengthen his power before the expedition to the west... There should be some affection for him..."

Sima Hui nodded and said: "The so-called affection, only human affection can have affection. If there is no affection, how can there be affection? Since Zhengxi said that it will take two or three days, then after two or three days... we must not mess up the sense of proportion. Don’t act recklessly!”

Sima Yi lowered his head: "My nephew understands..."

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Fei Qian left the academy and returned to Pingyang City.

Fei Qian was not planning Sima Hui, but he felt that Sima Hui seemed to be arranging everyone as if they were chess pieces from the beginning...

Phoenix chick.

Wolong.

And Yin Kun.

Do you understand it from the front, of course it is good, but what about the other way around? If a phoenix chick never grows hair, wouldn't it just be a shedding chicken?

"Mr. Shui Jing lives in the academy. Is it arranged by you, Youruo?" Fei Qian sat down and looked at Xun Chen and said. After all, after Fei Qian left Pingyang, Xun Chen was like a big housekeeper. If Xun Chen hadn't nodded, Linghu Shao, who was above the Academy, would not have dared to make any decisions.

Xun Chen looked at Fei Qian's expression and said, "That's right. Is there anything wrong with that?" Mr. Shui Jing was also considered a well-known figure. He placed it in the academy to show that it was only for learning and condolences, and had nothing to do with it. Government affairs, this way will not make the Sima family in Hanoi feel embarrassed when they meet Yuan Shao. On the other hand, it also shows their importance and respect, and takes care of Mr. Shui Jing's face. After all, he took care of Fei Qian to some extent back then. It can be regarded as some kindness to Fei Qian.

Fei Qian was silent for a moment and said noncommittally: "Let's leave it like this for now... What's the latest situation with Hanzhong, Sanfu and Heluo?" Although Fei Qian knew in his heart that Sima Hui's coming was definitely not just for what he said. I wanted to express condolences to Cai Yong and bring a letter by the way, but since Sima Hui didn't say anything, Fei Qian let it go for now.

The important thing is that Mr. Pang De did not mention it in the letter. This shows that Mr. Pang De neither supports nor opposes Mr. Pang De. Everything is decided by Fei Qian himself. At the same time, he does not want Fei Qian to take advantage of Mr. Pang De. What kind of promises are made on behalf of others?

Pang Degong's health may not be as bad as stated in the letter, otherwise Pang Tong might have resigned and returned to Jingxiang...

Although the reason why Duke Pang De didn't come was not stated clearly, Fei Qian guessed that in addition to physical factors, there might be two reasons.

One reason is that the Jingxiang gentry do not agree. After all, the Jingxiang gentry have been married to each other for many years, and they have long been in a relationship where one loses and both prosper. And Pang Degong is the leader of the Jingxiang gentry. How can he leave Jingxiang without permission and go to Pingyang to give Fei a favor? Hidden to help?

Secondly, Pang Degong was one of the best in Jingxiang. If he really arrived in Pingyang, would the Cai family be the main one, Fei Qian the main one, or the Pang family? In order to avoid damage to our feelings, it is better not to come.

Another point is that Pang Degong himself is relatively indifferent to fame and fortune. If it weren't for the fact that the Jingxiang gentry really needed a big name to support them in front of them, Pang Degong would have retired a long time ago, instead of being in a semi-hidden state like now.

Fei Qian actually invited Pang Degong, not expecting that Pang Degong would actually come. He just wanted to express his attitude that Bingbei is developing very well, and people from Jingxiang and Jingxiang are welcome to visit...

It's a pity that the people in Jingxiang seem to be more interested in Hanzhong. After all, it's geographically closer. Or maybe you feel that the Hanzhong gentry are not strong enough, and you have to pick a soft persimmon even if you want to pinch it?

"Hanzhong is also stable. Governor Liu is planning to enter Sichuan, but there is insufficient money, food and soldiers, so he can only stay in Hanzhong and run around..." Since Fei Qian did not comment on Sima Hui for the time being, Xun Chen did not hesitate. Anyway, if there is any problem, then He could make some adjustments, so he pulled out a wooden slip from his sleeve, handed it to Fei Qian, and said, "... In addition, the Ma family of Yicheng has arrived in Hanzhong with 800 men and horses, and he has been recruited as Hanzhong's slave. , taking charge of the taxation matters in Sangzi..."

"Yicheng Ma family?" Fei Qian raised his eyebrows, suddenly remembered a person, and blurted out, "But Ma Jichang?"

"Ma Jichang? Who is he?" Xun Chen blinked and asked, "Master, is he a member of the Ma family in Yanyicheng? The person's surname is Ma Heng and his given name is Shuchang, not Jichang."

"Uncle Chang, Ji Chang... um..." Fei Qian nodded and explained, "I once heard that Jichang of the Ma family was intelligent and virtuous, so I asked this question... I must be a brother, let's talk about it then... eh? Wei Yan and Wei Wenchang ?!”

Fei Qian's hand holding the wooden slip couldn't help shaking.

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"Is there a thief under you?" Fei Qian suppressed his excitement, sipped his teeth, and said after considering it, "It is said that this person is highly skilled in martial arts and good at fighting. Friends, you may wish to pay more attention to him. If he has meritorious deeds, he should be No rewards."

Although Cao, a thief under his command, is indeed a bit too small for Wei Yan, the problem is that Fei Qian is now the leader of the entire Bingbei interest group, and he cannot be awarded an exceptional reward just because of his name. Even in future generations, no one would like to have someone stuck in front of their home in a company or public institution. If there is already some thick and indisputable resume, it is better to say that a person with the original place of residence The sudden rise of an unknown young player to a high position may not be a good thing for both parties.

Even if the airborne troops have the ability to light up three fires and get rid of the need to shave their heads to gather military morale, in fact, from a certain perspective, it is actually a kind of internal friction. If something unexpected happens during the running-in period, and the generals and soldiers cannot concentrate on each other, who will lose the loss? Zhu Ge vigorously used Ma Su in those years, but as a result, his power was too great. As a result, Wang Ping and others were not convinced, and he was probably a small screw that was lost in the battle of Jieting.

If Wei Yan's family is prominent, then meet and have a sit-down discussion. On the one hand, it means that Fei Qian is willing to accept it, and on the other hand, it means that a certain family force is willing to invest later. Then when Fei Qian is short of talents, give him a higher salary. Others regard the official position as worth a thousand pieces of gold and horse bones, and they don't have much objection, but the question is, is Wei Yan...

It's just a poor family, not even a poor family. After all, a poor family has a door. Wei Yan doesn't even have a window, and he is suddenly given a high position. If not, what is the harm to Wei Yan? At that time, Liu Bei overcame all opinions and gave Wei Yan the position of governor of Hanzhong, which made Wei Yan successful, but it also laid many hidden dangers for Wei Yan.

Give enough opportunities, don't hold back if you have meritorious deeds, focus on rewards, this is enough. If Wei Yan has this strength, sooner or later he will come to Fei Qian.

Xun Chen nodded in agreement. What Fei Qian said was the right way and there was no reason not to agree. However, Xun Chen thought that Fei Qian had heard of this Wei Yan. On the one hand, he lamented that Fei Qian's intelligence organization seemed to be getting bigger and bigger, and he was kept in the dark. Contradictory, since Feiqian has such a powerful intelligence agency, why does it seem like he still doesn’t know many things?

This General Zhengxi is really becoming more and more difficult to see through...