The twenty-fourth day of the first month of the fifty-seventh year of Yuanfeng is suitable for traveling, offering sacrifices, collecting wealth, and getting married.
It was the wedding day of Bao Zhongqing, the son of Uncle Shuo Fang, and Miao Yuzhi, the daughter of the governor of Cangzhu County.
Being able to control 30% of the carriage and horse business in the entire Qi State, there is no doubt about the financial strength of the Bao family. Of course, the Bao family's business is not limited to the carriage and horse business. Instead, it is based on the carriage business and expands to various fields. It has been woven into a dense business network.
To give a very simple example, although Yizhong Xuansheng spent a lot of money to acquire the business of the Golden Feather Impatiens flower, he still needed to use the channels of the Bao family to send the flowers to Chu State.
Among the famous families in Qi State, in terms of financial resources, the Bao family is probably only inferior to the Yan family in Bei County.
When Bao Zhongqing got married, the convoy carrying the bride price was lined up for ten miles, and you couldn't see it from one end to the other.
In Guicheng, where the Miao family is located, traffic was temporarily blocked.
The capital of Da Qi, Linzi City, where every inch of land is precious, has also covered three streets in red, with running water mats set up for nine days, symbolizing eternity.
The Bao family has one family and three counts. In terms of power and status, it is also a first-class family in the Qi Empire.
Shuofangbo Bao Yi is the commander-in-chief of the Nine Soldiers. He is a real person in the world. He can control the Nine Soldiers' Thunder and is a figure who stands at the highest level of the Daqi Empire.
Bao Zonglin, the uncle of Changhua, resigned from his official position a long time ago and practiced in seclusion in the Bao clan in Yinqiao County, focusing on attacking Dongzhen. The heroic uncle Bao Heng is still fighting behind the Gate of Ten Thousand Demons, and also holds military power in his hands.
The wedding of the legitimate son of a top-notch family was a grand occasion.
It was even called "the biggest happy event for Qi State after the great victory over Xia" by some good people.
Being able to sit in Uncle Shuofang's house on the wedding day can be regarded as proof of status.
If you throw a brick casually, it will be difficult to hit an official below the fifth rank.
There was a lot of traffic, and all the official cars gathered there.
It is crowded with people, and all the people crowded are noble people.
Song Yao, the court official, was present in person and wrote a congratulatory message to the couple at the climax of the wedding banquet.
Miao Jingyang, the governor of Cangzhu County, is Song Yao's disciple. It is said that he has touched the threshold of the Divine Realm and has a great chance to go further.
The marriage of Bao Zhongqing and Miao Yuzhi was also seen as the political closeness between Song Yao, the court official, and Bao Yi, the commander-in-chief of the Nine Soldiers. It was a signal for the alliance between powerful forces.
After the great victory over Xia State, Qi State had too many interests to divide. This was just a glimpse of the vast dynasty.
However, the flowing banquet outside Shuofang's house was still going on. On the second day after getting married, Bao Zhongqing put down his beloved wife and walked into Jixia Academy.
This was originally a reward given by the emperor to meritorious ministers after the war against Xia, giving young people the opportunity to study in Jixia Academy.
He naturally inherited the legacy of Bao Bozhao. Although Bao Bozhao was defeated and died outside Wuyang City, his early achievements in sweeping away the various prefectures on the eastern front would not be completely erased.
Bao Zhongqing went to study on the second day after his wedding. His diligence and perseverance were evident, and it became a good talk for a while.
Those who entered Jixia Academy in the same batch included Jiang Wang, Chongxuansheng, Li Longchuan, Li Fengyao, Yan Fu, Chongxuanzun, Wang Yiwu, Wen Lianmu, Xie Baoshu and others.
The prohibition that Wang Yiwu carried was that he was not allowed to enter Linzi. There was no problem with Jixia Academy, which was opened outside the Jimen of Linzi.
These people all performed brilliantly on the battlefield of the summer expedition, but Xie Baoshu was a bit out of the ordinary.
But in detail, all the achievements Jiang Wang and Chong Xuansheng achieved on the Eastern Front must be attributed to Xie Huai'an's leadership.
As the commander of the Eastern Front, he dominated the battle, penetrated the Xia army's defense line first, and killed Zhou Ying, Duke of Fengguo of Daxia. He even broke through Guiyi City and captured Xia Zi alive... After returning to Qi, the rewards were secret and almost in vain.
Complied.
Of course these were all given to Xie Baoshu.
When people in Qi discuss merit, it is clear that merit is merit and fault is fault. But Xie Huai'an has such great achievements, and if he wants to protect the future of Xie Baoshu, even the emperor has to consider it.
Chong Xuansheng was right when he said that Xie Baoshu was Xie Huai'an's little sweetheart who treated him as his own son. A dignified real person, a high-ranking official in the political affairs hall, gave Xie Baoshu enough opportunities on the battlefield. After what happened, he was
I have worked hard to fix the leak... Even if I treat my own son, not many are as good as this!
In addition to these young people from the country, Qi Ting also opened a few places to the countries in the Eastern Region this time.
For example, the Jian of Yi State entered the palace because of Yan Po's contribution, Rong Guo Linxian entered the palace because of Ouyang Yong's death, Li Shuwen of Xu State entered the palace because of Lady Xidu, and Gu Yan of Zhao State entered the palace...it was because of the king.
Come to pay homage to Emperor Qi in person.
This is the largest number of places Jixia Academy has opened in recent years.
Each quota to enter the academy can be equated to a huge amount of resources. This also illustrates the great harvest of Qi State's expedition to Xia.
Jixia Academy is right outside Jimen, but many people have never seen the scenery inside the Academy throughout their lives.
It is so important that it can almost be said to be the lifeblood of the Daqi Empire.
He is also too mysterious and does not reveal his true face to others easily.
If you walk no more than ten miles from Jimen, you can see the gate tower.
The tall stone archway stands here and has been silent for thousands of years. There are not many complicated carvings, it is simple and grand, and it has lasted through time.
The four characters "Jixia Academy" engraved on the archway were written by Emperor Wu of Qi himself. It does not look like an iron horse or an iron horse, nor does it hide its hidden power. Instead, it has a willful, natural, free and easy attitude.
Judging from this calligraphy alone, he is more like a famous celebrity than an emperor or a famous general.
Jiang Wang has been a close friend of this legendary figure for a long time.
At this moment, I cannot help but stand under the archway and look at this inscription carefully.
Lu Xiangqing, the instructor who had just come out of the academy and was known for his strictness, saw this scene and shut up his voice that was about to yell loudly.
Waiting aside silently.
Although it is said that teachers and students are discussed in the palace, and there is an order of hierarchy... But hasn't Marquis Wu An walked in yet?
And how can I put it... He is worthy of being the youngest military meritorious prince in Daqi, and he is worthy of being the Marquis of Wu'an! How much he respects Emperor Wu, and how understanding he is. Looking at his serious eyes and firm edges, it is obvious that he can fully feel the four qualities of Emperor Wu.
The charm of words.
Rare, rare.
Such outstanding young people are rarely seen anymore!
The special nature of Jixia Academy completely cut off Jiang Wang's perception. So much so that he was a few breaths later before he noticed the arrival of this old teacher.
He quickly bowed and saluted: "Sir, do you dare to ask me about my honor? My name is Jiang Wang, and I have come to the Academy by order of the emperor."
How polite!
Lu Xiangqing was very satisfied, and a smile appeared on his face that was used to being stiff: "The old man's surname is Lu, and he is from Youbi, Le'an County. In the 19th year of Yuanfeng, he made great achievements in governing Cang County and achieved the golden body and chalcedony. Later,
After entering the Academy of Arts, he devoted himself to studying military formation Taoism for the country. Huyue Xiaohai was studied by Lao Cheng, and soldiers in Cangjun County are still using it today.
Twenty years have passed! Speaking of which, I have taught you both the Master of Yangxin Palace and the Master of Immortality Palace."
He originally wanted to interject a story about his deeds on the battlefield, but after thinking about the achievements of the young marquis in front of him, he regretfully gave up.
"Mr. Lu." Jiang Wang said in awe: "Jiang Wang is late. I really shouldn't have kept you waiting for so long."
"Hahaha, let's not talk about this." Lu Xiangqing glanced at the ugly man next to Jiang Wang and said with a smile: "Send your subordinates to go back. I will lead you into the academy right away."
"Well, this is my scholar." Jiang Wang explained: "My cultivation foundation is very weak. Your Majesty has authorized me to bring a companion scholar to the palace."
In fact, this was the emperor giving him a place in the imperial palace, which was regarded as preferential treatment for the newly promoted Marquis of Wu'an.
So he brought... Lian Que.
Lu Xiangqing just took a glance at it at first and thought it was strange. He expected it to be Marquis Wu'an's old troops on the battlefield.
Let's take a closer look...
It's not as good as it seems at first glance.
He couldn't hide his surprise: "Such an old book boy?
He doesn't have any bad intentions. The implication is that even if you, Marquis Wu'an, can protect one person, you should find someone young and promising, so that he can be worthy of the precious admission quota at Jixia Academy.
Lian Que was bored for a long time, but finally couldn't bear it anymore and said in a low voice: "Sir, Jiang Wang and I are the same age!"
"Ah, what about... let's go."
Lu Xiangqing made a seal casually, and saw that behind the tall stone archway, a road paved with bluestone slowly appeared, winding towards the depths of the clouds and mist. Among the flowing clouds and mist, there was a faint palace pavilion, which was really like
Like a fairyland.
This old teacher from Jixia Academy led the way and explained to Jiang Wang nonchalantly: "There is a special set of seals for entering and exiting Jixia Academy, which are different every day. Today is the Yiwu Seal."
With Jiang Wang's current state of divine enlightenment, he felt the difference almost immediately after setting foot on the bluestone road!
All monks know that the birth of Daoyuan is the perfect fusion of mind and power. It is the most authentic feedback from the spirit of all things to the origin of heaven and earth.
"The Beginning of the Great Road".
In addition to this metaphysical concept, the more specific birth process can be described in this way - the so-called Daoyuan is the integration of Qi, blood and the energy of heaven and earth under the integration of the practitioner's will, within the practitioner's physical body
, completed through the refining of Tao Xuan and Tao Meridian True Spirit.
The energy of heaven and earth is the basis for the birth of Dao Yuan on the inside, and it is the guarantee of the power of Dao on the outside. In a normal environment, it exists almost like air. It is everywhere, but it is so thin that it is almost unreal.
Almost all powerful forces will use magic formations to condense the energy of heaven and earth to make it more intense.
But the strongest force of heaven and earth that Jiang Wang has ever felt is not like it is now, almost flowing like water, washing away the body wantonly!
There is no need to be distracted at all to extract it, just one breath and one breath is the rich energy of heaven and earth.
Of course, the monk himself is the foundation. No matter how strong the energy of heaven and earth is, it cannot achieve a breakthrough in the realm of cultivation. It is nothing more than accelerating the condensation of Dao Yuan.
It has considerable benefits in the Youmai Realm and Zhoutian Realm.
What really moved Jiang Wang was that after he entered Jixia Academy, he immediately felt like he was far away from the truth of the world...
Closer!
If outside Jixia Academy, he was separated from the essence of heaven and earth by a sea, then now he is only separated by a river. Although it is still very far away,
But you can already vaguely see the scenery on the other side.
With his current level of cultivation, there is absolutely no possibility of hallucinations.
In other words, practicing in Jixia Academy will help you realize the truth!
How amazing is this?
Jiang Wang's mind wandered for a moment, and he had already flown into that mysterious and indescribable perception.
Lu Xiangqing looked over with great envy and made a silent gesture to Lian Que.
Regardless of the academic tradition, Jixia Academy itself is also an excellent place for spiritual practice.
Needless to say, the vitality is strong.
What's more, the fortune of the Qi Dynasty is flourishing here, so that those practitioners who have not made enough achievements in the official path can also enjoy the convenience of the official path, and practice with half the effort.
The most important thing...is that this place is close to the origin of the world, allowing people to see the essence of the world more easily!
The world itself can be regarded as a wall, and the avenue is like the scenery outside the wall. A treasured place like Jixia Academy is like the windows on the wall.
After all, the size of the window is limited and cannot allow many people to peek out at the same time. Even opening and closing the window itself will damage the life of the window.
After use, it takes time to recover.
Therefore, the number of places in Jixia Academy has always been limited and very precious. This is especially true for the Shenlin monks who are qualified to see the essence of heaven and earth by standing on tiptoe in the shop.
As they teach in Jixia Academy all year round, their perception of the heaven and earth is actually blocked. Only after the Academy's contribution reaches a certain share, and during the free time specifically redeemed, can they freely perceive the heaven and earth.
It's been a hard year, but I can only gain an hour or two.
But even that is enough to make people flock to it. I don't know how many people want to enter Jixia Academy, but they can't squeeze in.
He also earned enough contributions in the academy before he was qualified to teach at Jixia Academy.
Who among the cultivators in the entire Eastern Region doesn’t want to practice in Jixia Academy?
There are many strong people here, hundreds of schools of thought contend, and there is an excellent environment for practice.
There are two types of teaching in Jixia Academy. One is the standing teacher like Lu Xiangqing, who has the same power and responsibility. On the one hand, he teaches students, and on the other hand, it is also for his own practice. The other is the practice of those large and small sects.
Students must come to the academy regularly to give lessons, which is also called teaching, but it is essentially a form of corvee. They have responsibilities but no rights, and it is more to enrich the knowledge of practice in Jixia Academy.
For those like Jiang Wang and Zhong Xuanzun who were granted permission by the emperor to enter the academy, their practice in the academy would not be restricted at all. It was almost like having two fixed blocks cut out from the "window" through which they could observe the nature of heaven and earth.
share of the view.
Lu Xiangqing's admiration is not only because Jiang Wang can use Jixia Academy to perceive the nature of heaven and earth without restriction, but also because Jiang Wang has such a keen perception of the changes in heaven and earth, and can feel the key as soon as he enters Jixia Academy.
It has been twenty-eight years since he achieved Divine Presence, and he knows very well how far the distance is from Divine Presence to Dongzhen. He also knows very well what this kind of sensitivity means.
It wasn't until Jiang Wang himself withdrew from that mysterious world of perception that Lu Xiangqing said, "Has Marquis Wu An chosen your coursework? Or should you practice on your own and only occasionally ask someone to help you with your questions?"
He walked slowly, feeling a little proud: "I have some experience in Confucianism. My study of Taoism has never been neglected."
"Since we are in the academy, I am a student, so I just need to call you by my first name." Jiang Wang said this first, and then said: "The Art of War, Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism are all famous schools. I want to take a look at the Taoist class first.
I’m going to attend it too, and I’m really looking forward to Sir’s teachings.”
Military, law, Confucianism, Taoism, Mohism, Ming Dynasty, Agriculture, Shang... Almost all the prominent schools of spiritual practice in the world have corresponding courses taught in Jixia Academy.
Even the Buddhist family, which is almost extinct in Qi, still has its own place here.
This place only asks about spiritual practice and nothing else.
Too many explorers collide with their ideas here.
The prosperity of a hundred schools of thought has cultivated a large number of talents for Qi State. Jixia Academy itself is also a strong support for Daqi Academy of Arts.
It is no exaggeration to say that it was the fundamental center of the Qi Empire. It is no wonder that when the former Prime Minister Yan Ping was in power, he repeatedly emphasized in various public occasions that Jixia Academy was "important to the country."
"Hahaha, easy to say, easy to say." Lu Xiangqing twirled his beard and smiled. After thinking about it, he said to Lian Que: "Remember to come when the time comes."
Lian Que smiled brightly.
Lu Xiangjiao quickly turned his gaze back to Jiang Wang's face: "I won't see you off anymore. At the end of this road is Mingxinshe, and someone will naturally arrange accommodation for you. Remember the class time, if you miss it, no one will wait for you.
you."
"Thank you, sir." Jiang Wang stopped and saluted: "Sir, please stay."
Prime Minister Lu waved his hands and left.
He is a dignified monk, the standing teacher of Jixia Academy. It is his turn to be the gatekeeper today, and he must not be delayed for too long.
Waiting until Lu Xiangqing had gone far away, Jiang Wangcai and Lian Que continued walking towards Mingxinshe, which was hidden deep in the clouds. As he walked up the long stone steps, he couldn't help but ask:
"Why are you smiling so happily?"
Lian Que smiled magnanimously with his ugly face: "I am so honored to see you in such a beautiful scene!"
There are almost two worlds inside and outside Jixia Academy. The regular teachers in Jixia Academy don't have to care about the power struggles outside. Therefore, the teaching here is famous for its strictness.
The sons of famous families have always been taught a lesson in the inner world.
But towards the Marquis of Wu'an, Lu Xiangqing's attitude was really gentle.
Jiang Wang smiled and said, "What kind of scenery is this? Mr. Lu is only passionate about love."
As he spoke, the clouds parted, and the houses hidden among the green mountains and green waters appeared in the field of vision in a posture that was extremely comfortable to the senses.
It's like pulling people into a landscape painting, and it's like the scenery in the painting is now reality inch by inch.
The so-called clear mind and equanimity means knowing one's mind and seeing one's nature, and then one can be at peace.
"Master Jiang!" A surprised voice sounded.
Rong Guo Tianjiao Lin Xian, who was carrying a hatchet, jumped down from a piece of bluestone. He must have been practicing swordsmanship just now. There was a fierceness about him that could not be dissipated, but the expression on his face was excited and kind: "You are here as expected.
Got it!"
Meeting Lin Xian at this time, Jiang Wang was also a little happy: "Is Brother Lin waiting for me?"
"I heard you were coming today. He has been waiting since morning!"
Behind the bluestone, he raised a lazy hand.
Yi Guo Tianjiao followed suit, and with a slight push, he turned over gracefully and landed in front of Jiang Wang, half-kneeling on the ground, and took advantage of the situation to perform a military salute and grinned: "Of course, I went to bed last night