For the current Harry, asking Qi Yu for advice is his only choice.
Why do you say that?
Because apart from Mr. Qi, he has no real colleagues in the officialdom, and he doesn't even have more than five acquaintances.
More importantly, Qi Yu is a trustworthy person.
Previously, he not only recommended himself to the emperor, but also gave him instructions on how to preach. Although his methods were not very decent, they were very practical.
Since you have received kindness from others, let's express your gratitude by the way.
In view of this consideration, Harry sent a formal invitation to Qi Yu, writing: I am fortunate to have a jug of imperial wine, but I dare not enjoy it to myself. I would like to discuss the wine with you and taste it together.
Well, this is not a bad reason!
Using Yujiu as a guide, I believe Qi Yu will not be able to stop him.
This time, he really guessed it right.
When Qi Yu read the invitation, he couldn't help but feel happy: You actually sincerely invite me to taste the special dish?
If there is such a good thing, you must go!
If you're passing by, don't miss it.
So, after going to the Yamen, Qi Yu went directly to the banquet upon invitation.
The location of the 'Wine Tasting Discussion' was set in a fairly high-end restaurant, but there were no singers to entertain, so the popularity was relatively low.
Harry felt that only a clean place like this was suitable for discussing Taoism. The key point was - it was cheaper here.
Alas!
He is a majestic foreign godfather, but unexpectedly his edges have been rubbed off by reality, and he has become more and more 'Chinese'.
However, Harry didn't think so. He felt that he was doing as the locals did and integrated into the local culture.
As soon as they met, the two greeted each other warmly, like old friends they hadn't seen for many years.
Qi Yu even improvised a few words in British English, which made Harry, a stranger in a foreign land, burst into tears.
It is also impolite to come and go without reciprocating.
Harry was also unambiguous and improvised a few words in authentic Qilu dialect to flatter Qi Yu.
Drink! Three Days Farewell is really impressive!
Tsk tsk~~
Qi Yu was surprised to find that Harry's speech and behavior had been completely Chineseized. If it weren't for the eye-catching blond hair on his head and his accent, he would have looked like a great servant.
Suddenly, Qi Dalang had a sense of enlightenment.
Take Harry for example. He originally wanted to spread the culture of his mother country to all parts of the world, but the actual situation is that he himself has been subtly influenced by our Chinese culture.
Haha, I originally wanted to brainwash others, but unexpectedly I was brainwashed by others first.
After the two complimented each other, they began to take their seats politely.
Delicious dishes have already been placed on the table, ready to start the meal at any time.
At this time, Qi Yu blinked: Where is Yujiu?
Harry nodded, having an epiphany.
Then, he took out the treasured imperial wine as if he was paying respect to the ancestral tablet, and imitated the Chinese way of sniffing it through his nose first, then made a comfortable and intoxicated gesture, and finally gave it to Qi Yu.
Full.
"Master Ha, you're welcome."
"Uh... Sir Qi, my last name is not Ha, but James Potter."
"Otherwise, you have to learn to do as the locals do. In China, your last name is Ha."
"Not to mention, His Majesty the Emperor also called me that..."
"..."
While talking, Qi Yu was still observing Harry secretly.
However, he found that every time he smiled, a cloud of sadness would appear in the corner of his eyes, as if something was not going well.
Could it be that you are encountering difficulties?
Qi Yu thought about it for a while and realized that others didn't know what he was worried about, but he could guess that he must have saved the Japanese pirates.
If Harry were to know that this bad idea was his own, would he be so angry that he would flip the table?
However, Buddha said: It cannot be said!
…
With a snap, the two clinked glasses.
Then they squeaked at the same time and drank together.
"Master Qi, do you think this royal wine tastes good?"
"Not bad! What do you think?"
“A bit spicy.”
"Slowly you will get used to it..."
After three drinks and five dishes, Harry started talking.
Under the influence of alcohol, he couldn't wait to express his inner troubles.
Alas, I have done a good job in Shandong, why did His Majesty the Emperor suddenly mobilize me? In this case, wouldn't Taishan's efforts be in vain?
How can this matter be resolved?
After thinking for a while, Qi Yu said: "Master Ha, it seems that you still haven't fully understood our Chinese culture!"
Harry was stunned: "What do you mean?"
Qi Yu added: "Let's put it this way, it is definitely a sign of high trust that the emperor entrusts you with such a big responsibility." After a pause, he added: "In your situation, you are under orders to be in danger. If
If it is accomplished, the name will surely be immortalized on bamboo and silk."
What? Are you being reused?
He understood why prisoners could not be slaughtered. In this case, the only way left was to reform. In this predicament, the emperor could actually think of himself first. What is this if not reuse?
After thinking about it for a while, Harry agreed with this statement.
However, this is somewhat contrary to my original intention of preaching!
Seeing his doubts, Qi Yu started to do psychological massage, using a step-by-step method of persuasion.
"Mr. Harry, what is your original intention of preaching?"
"I want God's light to shine on the whole world."
Qi Yu coughed and said seriously: "Your understanding is not wrong, but it is too one-sided! We Taoists have a saying: I am good at those who are good; I am good at those who are not good, and they are virtuous. This is a wise saying.
What does it mean? In short, you can only be considered a truly virtuous person if you lead people to do good. And your teachings and purposes are also to lead people to do good. How can this be said to be contrary to the original intention?
What? If you could turn those guilty Japanese pirates into 'normal people', wouldn't this be a great good with immeasurable merit?"
"Leading people to good deeds?..."
"Think about it carefully..."
Finally, after seeking common ground while reserving differences, Harry agreed with this statement.
Apart from these, there is still one biggest problem in missionary work.
That's the language barrier.
Although I am a master of Chinese culture, I cannot understand Fusang dialect!
Qi Yu suddenly realized and said with a smile: "In my opinion, these are not problems! You have to know that faith has no national boundaries. What's wrong with the language barrier? We can still manage to communicate normally!"
Harry's face froze and he said honestly: "I can't do it..."
Qi Yu thought for a while and said: "Let's do this. I will take you to the prison of the Ministry of Justice tomorrow. I want to prove to you with facts that you can still communicate well even if you don't understand Fusang."
"The Criminal Prison? What are you doing there?"
Qi Yu said seriously: "On the Tao! It is said in the Tao Te Ching: The Tao is the most simple. When the time comes, you will understand this truth..."
Go to a prison cell to discuss the doctrine?
Although Harry didn't know what he meant, he still nodded.
