Wang Can climbed up the mountain and stood in front of the door of a small courtyard.
"Clang! Bang!"
Wang Can stepped forward and knocked on our door.
Not long after, the door creaked open, and a book boy opened the door and stuck his head out. With confusion in his eyes, he looked at Wang Can standing outside and asked, "Young master, who are you knocking on the door?"
"Excuse me, Master, are you here?" Wang Can said respectfully.
Wang Can had great respect for Confucius.
This old gentleman is anything but simple.
When the boy heard that he was looking for Confucius, he said seriously: "Master is in the study. May I ask your surname and let me report to Master." Although Wang Can was not wearing a crown, he had been in a high position for a long time, and he had a sense of superiority.
The author's momentum made the book boy dare not underestimate him.
Wang Can smiled and said: "Go and tell father and son that King Can of Shu wants to see you."
"Please wait!"
The book boy followed Confucius, so he naturally knew the current situation. He knew that Wang Can was the emperor of Shu, so he did not dare to delay, so he turned around and entered quickly to report to Confucius.
After a while, the bookboy helped the old man Wang Can had met before and walked out.
This man has white hair and a childish face, and has an elegant appearance.
A pair of gray beards under his chin that reach to his chest make him look even more celestial, making people feel admiring.
Seeing Confucius coming out, Wang Can clasped his fists and said: "King Can of Shu, pay your respects to the Master."
Confucius waved his hand and said: "Your Majesty, there is no need to be polite, please come in quickly."
"Master please!"
Wang Can waved his hand, signaling Confucius to go first.
This is respect for Confucius.
Confucius didn't care, turned around and went inside. Wang Can followed Confucius inside and sat down in the pavilion in the backyard.
The book boy turned around and left to make tea.
Confucius had a bunch of gray beard under his chin and said, "I wonder what the purpose of your Majesty's visit to my courtyard is?"
Wang Can replied: "I just got a sword, but I haven't sharpened it yet. I happened to pass by the master's house. Firstly, I came to visit the master, and secondly, I borrowed the master's house to sharpen the sword. A few days ago, I was leading the cow for the master.
At that time, I had never seen anyone face to face, so I came here to accuse the Master."
After hearing this, Confucius smiled and said: "It's a trivial matter, but it's not worth mentioning. The small courtyard in the mountains is already full of glory to have His Majesty here. Your Majesty wants to sharpen the sword, and this small courtyard is enough!"
Wang Can smiled and said, "That's enough to disturb Master."
The so-called sharpening of the sword is just an excuse.
Wang Can wanted to see Confucius and have a chat with him.
Confucius smiled and said: "In the past, when I traveled around the world, I saw countless disputes. Although the sword is a murderous weapon, it is still a dead thing. If it is used correctly, the sword is a legitimate weapon; if it is used evilly, the sword is a murderous weapon.
.Your Majesty has great wisdom, courage, and determination. I hope that Your Majesty can keep your heart steady and help the world."
Wang Can said: "Master taught me, and the younger generation has learned from it."
Confucius turned his head to look in the direction of Jiuhua Academy, changed the subject, and said: "Actually, I don't know whether it is good or bad to be resurrected now."
Great changes occurred in heaven and earth, and Confucius was resurrected.
After his resurrection, he understood the situation in the world and naturally understood his own situation.
Wang Can wondered: "The master came back to life and founded Jiuhua Academy, so that the world's elites can feel the purest teaching thoughts of Confucian sages. Isn't this a good thing?"
Confucius shook his head and said: "There are conflicts in the world. Confucianism is following the path of benevolence. I'm afraid it is no longer applicable. Just like the Spring and Autumn Period where I once lived, Confucianism is ultimately not suitable for troubled times."
"In troubled times, the Legalists and Military strategists are supreme."
"Confucianism is suitable for a peaceful and prosperous age."
Confucius said: "In these troubled times, there are constant wars and smoke everywhere. I don't know how many people will die in the war."
Wang Can nodded after hearing this.
In troubled times, the most applicable ones are indeed Legalists and Military strategists.
When Cai Yan and others supported the founding of Jiuhua Academy, they had selfish motives in hoping that Jiuhua Academy could cultivate a large number of talents for Shu. For four hundred years, the Han Dynasty has always relied on Confucianism as the foundation of its country.
Students all over the world, no matter which power they serve, all gravitate toward Confucianism.
Confucius is in Shu, so with the reputation of Confucius, Shu will sooner or later become a gathering place for talents. One will wax and wane, and the other will grow. When Wang Can trains the Huns into elite soldiers, he will naturally not be afraid of any force.
Confucius stared at Wang Can and suddenly said: "What do you think of the world today? What do you think of the people?"
Wang Can thought for a moment and said: "This world is already in chaos."
"I would rather be a peace dog than a person in troubled times."
"In fact, a year and a half ago, the Kingdom of Shu unified the world, and the people are living and working in peace and contentment. Except for the western regions and the north, they are all recuperating and recuperating. I have sent a large number of soldiers back to the fields to encourage farming."
"It's a pity that now there are many heroes everywhere. It seems that the situation is turbulent and there are many talents, but in fact from the perspective of the common people, the common people are suffering the most."
Wang Can said: "When the people prosper, the people suffer; when they die, the people suffer."
"Wonderful, wonderful, really wonderful!"
After hearing this, Confucius' eyes flashed and he said: "What a good person, the rise and fall of the people are suffering. Although your Majesty has been in a high position for a long time, you can understand the suffering of the people in the mountains and forests. It is not easy."
Wang Can said: "Master is so complimentary!"
Confucius said: "In the past, when I traveled to various countries, I preached to the monarchs the idea of governing with benevolence, but I failed to understand that Confucianism is not suitable for troubled times."
After a pause, Confucius continued: "Since the pre-Qin Dynasty ended the troubled times and unified the world, the second generation of the pre-Qin Dynasty died. The Han Dynasty unified the world. The Han Dynasty deposed hundreds of schools and only respected Confucianism."
"In the past four hundred years, the prosperity of Confucianism has proved that it can benefit the world. It is the most suitable not only for scholars but also for the common people."
"But now, the Confucian environment is missing."
"I read the information about Tianshui City and found out that the Mohists have attached themselves to Liu Bang. Giant chariots and other equipment are being manufactured, which is conducive to offense and defense."
"Li Shimin of the Tang Dynasty seems to be using Legalism to educate the South Vietnamese tribes. In order to give Confucianism a good future, I boldly accepted the princess as a disciple. Although the Queen agreed, I did not inform Your Majesty. Please forgive me."
Confucius bowed his hands and apologized to Wang Can.
With his status as Confucius, he could be respected in any country.
Wang Can said quickly: "Master is joking. It is a blessing for my daughter to study under Master. Master is talented and wise, and I also hope that Master will live in Shu for a long time and benefit the people."
Confucius said: "Your Majesty is so complimentary. I am in the academy, and I only hope to correct the deviations and errors of Confucianism. Your Majesty has great ambitions, and I am willing to stay in Shu."
When Wang Can heard this, he also laughed.
He knew very well that Confucianism would not be attached to the Han Dynasty represented by Liu Bang as he feared. With Confucius in Shu, Wang Can would naturally have an advantage.
This is an endless wealth.
At the same time, it also laid the foundation for the future of Shu.
Time passed, and after Wang Can had a hearty chat with Kong Fuzi, he stayed in the courtyard that day. After nightfall, after dinner, he repaired some hidden wounds left by his previous fight with Li Yuanba, and at the same time opened an attack for Leng Yue.
Now, Wang Can has reached the best condition both as a person and as a sword.
The next morning.
Wang Can carried the knife on his back and walked towards the back mountain.
The mountain behind Jiuhua Academy is a dangerous peak. On the top of the peak, there is a platform ten feet wide, and there is an ancient pine growing on the cliff next to it.
This is the place where he competes with Luo Cheng.
The mountain peaks are very steep on all sides, making it difficult for ordinary people to climb up the mountain, but Liao Hua and others watched from the sidelines.
Wang Can and Luo Cheng arrived almost at the same time.
Today, Luo Cheng is dressed in a white robe, with the mountain wind blowing, lifting up his clothes, and his long black thick hair, fluttering in the wind, showing an indescribable chicness and elegance.
He was holding a silver spear, the tip of which was cold and glowing with cold light.
Wang Can was dressed in a black warrior uniform and looked very ordinary, but Wang Can covered his face with a piece of black cloth.
When the two met, a strong fighting spirit flashed in their eyes.
Liao Hua looked at Wang Can and saw that the figure was familiar, but he couldn't remember it. Liao Hua didn't go into details and asked, "Guo Ming, okay, what are you doing with your face covered?"
Wang Can replied: "My face was injured, leaving a wound." (To be continued)
