"After my mentor passed away, I left a pair of his handbags, which read, 'Establish a heart for the heaven and earth, establish a destiny for the living people, carry on the unique knowledge for the saints, and create peace for all generations.'. This is what my mentor and Master Yan did.
Some people may think that this is a high-profile act, but my mentor actually practices it. I have never asked my mentor how he understood these sentences. My personal understanding is: Heaven and earth have no intention, so there is no intention.
It is necessary to establish a heart. If heaven and earth have a heart, then heaven and earth have a way. If heaven and earth have a way, then what is good and what is ugly can be carried forward. As for establishing a destiny for the people, my understanding is that the destiny of all people in the world is one.
, regardless of high or low, once born in the world, they have the right to live and work in peace and contentment. God created everything, and each has its own support, instead of being enslaved and driven by a few people, and their lives are like grass, mustard and mud. To establish a life for the people is to serve all peoples.
Seek welfare and fight for the survival of the world. Everyone has the right to live. We must treat the tired, disabled, lonely and widowed people in the world as brothers. We must understand the meaning of the unity of all things. The good and bad of the saints are with the people. Everyone is the same.
Those who are worried but happy alone, who are in danger while others are alone cannot live long. All things are one body, that is, all things have the same life, their fates are interrelated, and they are connected with each other. This is the truth. "
Lin Jue's words slowly echoed in Shen Tan's ears. Although Shen Tan was born in a rough world, he had been in the palace for many years. In order to adapt to the environment, he would naturally enrich himself and improve himself. There were many guests in the palace, and he had listened to them all the time.
In other words, he is no longer the illiterate man who only knew how to fight and kill. Sometimes, in order to be able to interject, he also read some books. In addition, what Lin Jue said today is actually easy to understand.
Tan seemed to understand everything. Not only did he understand, he seemed to have glimpsed a whole new world. Although he felt a little unreal and incredible, this was the first time he really heard someone say that everything in the world is one, and there is no distinction between high and low.
There are offerings. The fate of all things in the world is intertwined. This made him unable to understand it for a while, but he found it novel and surprising.
"Everyone can follow the learning of the saints. By reading the books of the saints, understanding the principles of the saints, and doing the things of the saints, everyone can connect with the saints' thoughts. To put it more exaggeratedly, everyone can become a saint. In other words,
, when anyone can understand and practice the sage's learning, then you will become a sage to a certain extent. Who is Shun? To whom? The same is true for those who have done something. Everyone is a saint, so the sage's learning
If benevolence, righteousness, and shame are known throughout the world, and loyalty, filial piety, and righteousness are practiced by everyone, how prosperous will the world be? Then there will be a foundation and possibility to create peace for all generations. These are my personal understanding, and Mr. Fang’s etiquette
I may not have figured it all out. But I think what he did was just for the people of the world, and it was to fulfill the goal he understood in his mind. It should be the same as what I thought." Lin Jue continued.
Facing Shen Tan's confused expression, Lin Jue smiled and said: "Brother Shen, I know that what I said may be a little difficult for people to understand. Maybe to you, what I said is all truth and all a dream.
People would think that this is an illusory goal that cannot be achieved. I admit that this is indeed a goal that is so illusory that it seems that it can never be achieved. The world is too complicated and cruel. It is difficult for people to realize these ideas. But I
I think this does not prevent us from dreaming. If we can only achieve a small part of it, you are already amazing. Although we may not be able to carry on the unique knowledge for the saints and create peace for all generations, at least we can do it for you.
We may not be able to establish lives for the people, but we can at least seek benefits for the people of the world, so that they can live and work in peace and contentment. We cannot achieve the benefits of the people of the world, but we can seek benefits for the people of Zhou Dynasty.
, so that they can live and work in peace and contentment. We cannot create peace for eternity, but we can create peace for the Great Zhou Dynasty for a hundred years, or even ten or twenty years. Have a dream and do your best. Every step you can make is a goal, and what you can do further is a goal.
Every step is good. It is better than giving up on your dream and falling into it."
"The standard by which I judge my actions is that every time I make a decision
, are you practicing these four maxims left by your husband? Whether what you are doing is conducive to world peace, clarity of the country, and the well-being of the people. Whether it can allow the people to live and work in peace and contentment, and live a peaceful and happy life. If so, then I will I will act resolutely and will not care about other people's rumors and other constraints, because I am doing the right thing. It is always good to work hard for the right thing. Maybe my approach is not suitable for you, but I think you can do it too. Set a formal standard for yourself and act according to this standard, and you will not be troubled by external things. Brother Shen, this is what I want to share with you. I have never said these words to anyone. Yes, you are the first."
Shen Tan had fallen into a semi-confused state. When he glimpsed a brand new world, he was overwhelmed by so many things that rushed towards him, making him unable to accept it for a while, let alone digest it. He couldn't judge the authenticity of what Lin Jue said. He couldn't believe that someone would really have such a futile idea and that someone would actually implement it. In his opinion, Lin Jue was actually a super practical person. I have never seen him say so many words that seemed impossible to achieve, and talk about so many profound and difficult-to-understand truths in a serious manner. Who would have thought that Lin Jue actually had such a lofty and empty world hidden in his heart. Then It is a perfect world, an ideal world, a world that seems to never be completed.
"Have a dream and do your best. Every step you can make is a point, and every step you can take is a step. It's all good. It's better than giving up on your dream and falling into it." These two sentences said by Lin Jue actually touched Shen Tan a lot. .He actually knows that those dreams are difficult to realize, but he will not give up such dreams. He chooses to do it bit by bit and do his best. Perhaps this is to support Lin Jue to keep moving forward. Motivation, maybe this is the reason why Lin Jue is Lin Jue, and the reason why others are other people.
Lin Jue personally put on armor and helmet for the confused Shen Tan, and gave him a sword. He put the cavalry commander's seal in his arms. Finally, Lin Jue said: "Brother Shen, there is no need to worry, no matter what you do No matter what decision you make, I won't blame you. You can go back and think about it carefully. It doesn't matter if you can't figure it out. But I hope you can understand the simplest truth, which is to put all the people in the world into water and fire for the benefit of one person. Or should you give up one person's selfishness for the welfare of all people? Once you understand this truth, you will know what to do."
From then on, Lin Jue never had an in-depth conversation with Shen Tan. After that, the war was intense and the situation was tense. Lin Jue was busy planning the battle of Fangcheng Mountain, the night attack on the Jurchen camp, and then the invasion of Bianliang to rebuild The imperial court, reopening markets and trade routes, preparing for the expedition, and other matters. The next time Lin Jue and Shen Tan had a private conversation was on the night before the expedition.
That night, in Lin Jue's study, Lin Jue told Shen Tan some secrets that shocked him. These included Guo Kun's attempt to assassinate him and the contact between the Queen Mother and the Emperor with Shen Fang and Liu Sheng. Xuan Yiwei was not Vegetarians, Ma Bin is not a vegetarian either. With the whole city under control of the Luoyan Army, the actions of any suspicious person will be clearly investigated. What's more, Shen Fang and Liu Sheng are already on the blacklist. The characters above are just not as busy as these two people for the time being. Their actions are naturally given special care and attention.
"After I send troops, they will take action." Lin Jue directly expressed his judgment: "Brother Shen, do you know why I let you serve as the commander of the front department? I am not deliberately ostracizing you, that is to let you I can better see what the emperor is thinking in his heart. I think you should also know what the emperor is thinking. In fact, I can give all the power to him, but I can't. It's not that I am greedy for power, but I can't let Da Zhou make the same mistake again. That's all, I won't explain more, I just want to ask Brother Shen, when it's time for you to make a decision, I think you should have figured it out after such a long time."
Of course Shen Tan wants to understand
To be honest, he had already figured it out before. After the conversation that day, Shen Tan closed himself up and thought about those words every day. One day, he heard a conversation between his soldiers.
"I haven't seen my mother for a long time. I wonder how she is doing in her hometown? I really hope that the war will end soon and I can go back to see her." A soldier said.
"Yes, I haven't seen my parents for a long time. But I have to finish the war. It would be great to go back and buy a few acres of land, marry a daughter-in-law, live with my parents, and have a few more children. Ah." Another soldier said.
"Isn't that right? When I left home, my mother said that she didn't want me to be a high-ranking official and get a big salary, as long as I could go home safely. My mother said that as long as I could live a peaceful life, I wouldn't be afraid of hardship. She was just afraid of fighting all the time. People are always dead, and there is always no way to live in peace. Even if you want to live a peaceful farming life, you can't."
"Hey, when you say this, I am also very worried. Who knows what will happen in the future? Even if the war is over and I go home to marry a wife and have children to live with my parents, my life may not be sustainable. No. Aren't many people unable to survive? There is nothing we can do about corrupt officials and exploitation by the court. How many people in my Zhou Dynasty have been unable to live a peaceful life in the past few years. They just want to farm and live a good life, but I am afraid that they will not survive. It’s a luxury.”
"Yeah, yeah, it's really worrying. But in the future when Marshal Lin is in power, he won't be miserable. That's Marshal Lin. When has he ever done anything that made the people miserable? Luoyan Valley is an example. It would be great if everyone in Zhou Dynasty wanted to Luoyan Valley."
"..."
The simple and ordinary conversation between the two soldiers awakened Shen Tan like an enlightenment. It turns out that ordinary people's dreams are just like this, just to live a stable life. It turns out that the goal mentioned by Lin Jue is not vague. What he wants to do is It is to let the people of the world live a stable life. It turns out that everything is that simple. The criterion of choice is whether the people of the world can finally live a stable life. Shen Tan abandoned all distracting thoughts and made his choice.
"Brother Lin, don't worry. I have already decided to follow you and work for the welfare of the people of the world. How can one person's selfishness defeat the welfare of ten thousand people? The people of the world live and work in peace and contentment, which is what I, Shen Tan, want. If the emperor really wants to deal with you , I will stand on your side, I swear to God."
Lin Jue laughed, shook his head and said: "Actions are more important than oaths, so after I leave, I will leave this place to you. My wife, children, and children are all in the city, so I will leave everything to you. With your ability, I will definitely be able to do it." thwart their actions."
Shen Tan was moved in his heart. He just said a word and Lin Jue believed him without any doubt. His wife, children, and children all stayed in the city. It seemed frivolous, but in fact it was a complete trust in him.
"Brother Lin, don't worry. Unless I, Shen Tan, die, no one will touch a hair on your little one. But I have a request. I hope you spare the emperor's life, even if I repay the prince for saving his life."
"Hahaha, don't worry, not only will I not kill him, I will not even take the position of emperor away from him. This is a lesson learned from heaven and earth, so don't worry."
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"Chen Tan, tell me how you fell under his spell? What promise did he make to you? I will give you a hundred times. As long as you are loyal to me and take away his family immediately, I will make you the prime minister in the future. , I will make you king. Whatever you want, I will give you..."
In front of the Daqing Palace, Shen Tan was awakened from his memories by the noise of Guo Kun's storks. Before he knew it, the red sun had burst out from the east, illuminating the inner scenery brilliantly.
"Your Majesty, I ordered you to be sent to the palace to rest. From now on, the Emperor and the Queen Mother are not allowed to move around at will. They are waiting for Mr. Lin to return to the court." Shen Tan bent down and picked up the long sword and returned it to the sheath, leaving a stunned expression. Guo Kun strode away.
