"Back then, I was accepted as a disciple by Mr. Meng, and the disciple was very grateful. To be honest, I didn't even feel the warmth of family when it came to the Lin family. But since I joined the disciples, I have felt like home. In my mind
, Sir and Master are my parents, and Junior Sister is my...sister. My respect for Sir and Master, and my love for Junior Sister can be expressed day by day. If there is someone in this world, I, Lin Jue, can kill me.
To protect something, Mr., Mrs. and Junior Sister must be among them. Students also really want to be like Mr. and Mr. Yan, to be looked up to and respected by others. But this is the difference between people, students yearn for it.
, but not enough. In this life, students may only be able to do trivial and trivial things, and may only be able to make small profits for themselves. But students think that as long as students do not do anything that harms the country and the people in this life, they should live up to the teacher's teachings.
Right. Students really can’t do the rest.”
Lin Jue spoke from the bottom of his heart, but he also told Fang Dunru clearly that it is impossible for you to want me to be like you. I am who I am, and I follow my own path. You force me,
That's useless. I just hope that these things won't ruin the relationship between our master and disciple.
Fang Huanqiu shed tears silently while listening. During this time, she also knew about some conflicts between Lin Jue and his father. Especially the conflict between Lin Jue and his father in order to save the second uncle of the Lin family, which his father had talked about several times at home.
Every time, she felt sad and said that Lin Jue had failed to live up to his expectations. As Fang Huanqiu, she naturally could not judge who was right or wrong, but she understood that if the relationship between Lin Jue and her father continued to deteriorate, then the relationship between her and Lin Jue would
Things are becoming more and more uncertain. Huanqiu has the most innocent hope, that is, she hopes that her father and Lin Jue will still be as close as father and son, and not have any bad feelings. But she also knows that this is difficult.
Today, Lin Jue said these sincere words, which naturally moved her, but at the same time, she also realized that the problem between her father and Lin Jue was more serious than imagined.
Fang Dunru felt slightly disappointed after hearing Lin Jue's words. However, Lin Jue's words came from the bottom of his heart, which made Fang Dunru feel a lot better. Looking back on the past few years, Lin Jue did respect him more and more.
He was extremely filial and filial. But he himself didn’t actually give him much help. Although Lin Jue had done something outrageous in recent events, in the final analysis it was because he wanted to save Lin Bonian. It can be seen from this that Lin Jue actually
Practice the persistence in his heart and protect the relatives around him. As he said, if he or his wife and children were in trouble, Lin Jue would definitely rush out to protect him at all costs. Fang Dunru firmly believed in this.
"Look, what can't be solved through good communication? After listening to the conversation between your master and apprentice, I was moved. It's a pity that I don't have the patience, otherwise I would have wanted to accept a student. Hahaha." Yan Zheng.
Su smiled beside him.
Fang Dunru did not relax because of his serious words. He stared at Lin Jue and asked in a deep voice: "Lin Jue, I believe that you are sincere to us. We all know these words even if you don't say them.
However, in the face of Master Yan and Master Yan's invitation, you chose to refuse. Can you tell me why you did this? Could it be that you even think that Master Yan and Master Yan did something wrong?
?You don’t even bother to be with us?”
Yan Zhengjun's face became solemn when he heard the words, and both of them looked at Lin Jue, waiting for his answer.
Lin Jue breathed a sigh of relief and thought to himself: "Finally we are here. This is the real issue that I have to face when I was invited here tonight."
Lin Jue thought about how to explain clearly and in a more tactful tone. He knew that this matter was definitely not a trivial matter, it was a major matter related to his position. Judging from the current situation, Yan Zhengshen and Fang Dunru would never
If you compromise your position, if you are not careful in your expression, you may be classified as a faction that opposes the reform. Then, the relationship between you and Fang Dunru will take a turn for the worse, and it will be difficult to bridge it no matter how warm you say it.
Lin Bonian's incident has shown everything. Mr. Fang and Mr. Yan devoted all their efforts and enthusiasm to the reform, and they can no longer look back.
"The food is ready, come in and eat." Mrs. Fang stood at the door and shouted, instantly breaking the almost frozen tense atmosphere. It also made Lin Jue breathe a sigh of relief.
"Sir, Master Yan, let's talk while eating in the house." Lin Jue stood up and said with a smile.
Yan Zhengsheng and Fang Dunru also stood up and walked side by side into the house. It was cooler outside. But the things they were talking about were a bit sensitive and it was not appropriate to talk outside. Although there was no one walking in the box, it was better to be careful.
The dishes on the table are actually just ordinary home-cooked dishes. Two plates of green vegetables, one plate of cold thistle sprouts, one fish, one pot of river shrimp, and a pot of egg and tofu soup are all the dishes to go with the wine. The wine is not bad, it was last time
Lin Jue brought good wine. Lin Jue naturally took on the task of holding the cup, holding the wine flask and pouring wine for Yan Zhengsu and Fang Dunru.
Fang Huanqiu moved a chair and sat on the side two feet away from Lin Jue. He held a round fan in his hand and fanned it gently. While sending cool breeze to Lin Jue, he also sent wisps of the girl's fragrance to Lin Jue.
Feel the tip of the nose.
Yan Zhengsheng and Fang Dunru had a drink and drank it up. After Lin Jue added another glass, he picked up the glass and stood up to toast Fang Dunru. However, Fang Dunru sat still, folding his arms and frowning without saying a word.
Mrs. Fang thought Fang Dunru hadn't seen it, so she reminded her, "Lin Jue is giving you a toast."
Fang Dunru said: "I'm not blind yet, I can see. But I can't drink the wine. Lin Jue, tell me first, why did you refuse to work in the new Yamen? I want to know the real reason, don't prevaricate me.
.Then I will decide whether to drink this wine or not?”
Mrs. Fang said angrily: "How can you be so particular about drinking? It's really baffling. Lin Jue, Mrs. Fang, let me have a drink with you."
Mrs. Fang picked up the wine cup. Fang Dunru slapped her hand on the table and shouted: "Young woman, what are you mixing in? Sit aside."
Mrs. Fang's hair was about to explode, and she was about to get angry when she stared at her eyes. Lin Jue said hurriedly: "Master's wife, sir, we have something important to say to the students. Master, please go and have a rest first. Junior sister, please go to the courtyard with Master to cool down."
Fang Huanqiu hurriedly agreed, stepped forward and hugged Mrs. Fang's arm and pulled her out. Mrs. Fang said angrily: "Who has provoked him again? He gets angry at every turn? Do you think our mother and I don't like each other? Qiu'er and I will come tomorrow.
Go back to your parents' home, or go back to Hangzhou. Out of sight, out of mind..."
Yan Zhengsu smiled wryly and cupped his hands and said, "Sister-in-law, don't get angry with Brother Dunru. I'm too busy during this period, and there are many things that are worrying me. Brother Dunru is in a bad mood. Please bear with me."
"Bah! I'll wash my clothes tomorrow." Mrs. Fang walked to the door and turned around to add another sentence, but was forced out by Fang Huanqiu.
In the room, Lin Jue was also a little embarrassed. The originally good atmosphere suddenly took a turn for the worse. Lin Jue was quite surprised by Fang Dunru's reaction to his rejection.
"Sir, the reason why the student refused is for the sake of Mr. Yan and Mr. Yan. After all, I am your student. Entering the new yamen will leave the excuse that Mr. Yan and Mr. Yan are nepotistic. This will damage the prestige of Mr. Yan and Mr. Yan. Therefore.
…”
Halfway through Lin Jue's words, Fang Dunru interrupted him coldly: "Don't do this. You obviously didn't say it for this reason, but you said it so grandly. Everyone knows that Fang Dunru and Master Yan are both
We only employ people who are available to us. If you are not suitable, we will never transfer you to the new government office. What you said is just perfunctory to us."
Lin Jue scratched his head in embarrassment. This was indeed his perfunctory words. But did he have to tell his reasons directly? Wouldn't that be a big offense?
"Lin Jue, just tell the truth. There's no need to beat around the bush. Or if you say you don't support the reform, just say it directly. The new Yamen is set up for the reform, and those who don't support the reform don't even have to be high school students.
It is useless to fight. The reason why I transferred you to the post is precisely because I read your article and know you, and I know that you should support the reform. If it is my judgment that is wrong
, then it’s not too late to take back your life. However, I want to hear the truth from you personally, not lies. You can’t blame Brother Dunru for taking this matter so seriously. You don’t want to think about it either. The reform has just begun, and now it is official
At this time of vigorous agitation and publicity, as a student of Brother Dunru, he refuses to serve in the reform organization. What kind of public opinion will this bring? Think about it from your husband's point of view, and you will understand." "Sternly.
said in a deep voice.
Lin Jue nodded slowly, and what he said solemnly made sense. At the beginning of the reform, it was the time to vigorously promote it in a positive way. As a student of Fang Dunru, he refused to participate in the reform. Just this matter alone would soon be criticized.
Some people used the spread to become public opinion attacking the reform. Fang Dunru certainly did not want this to happen. If he were not his student, he might not have to worry about this.
"Master Yan, sir. There is no doubt that the students are supportive of the reform. From the beginning, the students understood Master Yan and Mr. Yan's intention to change the current predicament of Dazhou and implement reforms. It is true that although I, Dazhou
It looks beautiful and prosperous, but inside it is full of holes. Nowadays, the treasury of the Great Zhou Dynasty is empty and the finances are tight. The phenomenon of redundant soldiers and redundant officials is very serious, and the people are becoming increasingly miserable. If this situation is not changed, our Great Zhou Dynasty will
We will face great difficulties and even crises. I heard that I, the Zhou Dynasty, have millions of powerful soldiers, but are afraid of the threat of the Liao people. Isn't this a joke? Seventy-eight percent of the world's finances and taxes go to raising soldiers, but in the end these soldiers and horses are not
It is simply unbelievable that the government cannot provide safe protection for the Zhou Dynasty. The government's finances and taxes have dropped sharply every year, and they have to eat too much food, move here and there, and are stretched. Is this the end? On the other hand, officials are extravagant and corrupt, and the court spends money without planning.
Is it the right way to put heavy burdens on the people and impose taxes? In this case, reform may be the only way out, otherwise our Zhou Dynasty will have nothing but prosperity, and the inside will be corroded and decayed. When the wind and rain come, the building will be destroyed.
All of this requires a reform to change. Therefore, students are in favor of the reform and hope it will succeed."
