Sealing Sword

Since the founding of the Great Chu Kingdom, it has been handed down for three generations, and it is only 68 years including the false age, and it has been 61 years since the establishment of the Sanmai Academy after the founding of the country by Gao Zu.

Its founder was Ruan Qingxing, a well-known southern Confucian, who was originally an editor of the Hanlin Academy in the former dynasty. At the age of 23, the previous dynasty was shattered, Ruan Qingxing resigned from office, and returned to his hometown to become a teacher and founded the Samadhi Academy. He has rare talents and virtues. He taught and educated people in seven years, and gradually developed a small private school. Students and disciples, write books and talk about it, and benefit the world.Some students under his school were admitted to the imperial examination, and Ruan Qingxing's name reappeared in the imperial court. Because he lived in the south for a long time, he was called "Southern Confucianism".

The great ancestor was thirsty for talents, and after the three transmissions were rejected, he went there in person. Ruan Qingxing finally failed to say goodbye, and returned to the court.

He was unmarried all his life, and he had a disciple of a close family. Before he died, he was adopted as a adopted son, changed his surname to Ruan, and his first name was Shen. , presided over the Reform and Yiji, became a new generation of "Southern Confucianism", and this year happened to be 57 years old.

"Six years ago, the earth dragon's overthrow was an important period for the implementation of the new law. For a while, people in the government and the public were panicked. Some people took the opportunity to make trouble and pointed the finger at the new law, saying that the law of the ancestors of Yizu was really wrong. The earth dragon turned over and the people suffered. It's also a warning from God..." Ye Fusheng took a sip of the bitter medicine soup, and his face turned into a bitter gourd. Sick and resigned from office, the new law was handed over to his disciples to continue to implement, the emperor had a temporary respite, and cleaned up the ailments in the court during the past six years. In the past two years, he has managed to secure the throne. It seems that he wants to use the autumn to test reforms This is the opportunity to revive Ruan Feiyu."

"What you know is really detailed, even the emperor's thoughts can be guessed. It seems that ten years with the king is not a waste of time." Chu Xiwei's voice came from the front, and his body heaved slightly when speaking.

Ye Fusheng, who was sitting in the car, joked, "Ah Yao, you're jealous."

Chu Xiwei refrained from throwing the rogue who was relying on her horse, and didn't return him. She reined in her horse and raised her eyes, looking at the surrounding environment.

Four days ago, Chu Xiwei received a letter from the old sect master, and she didn't know why that girl had such a fierce heart and courage, and what kind of grievances and grievances could not be resolved, she left with two dead men. He ran away from home and wanted to trouble this famous Southern Confucianist.

Although Ruan Feiyu resigned, anyone with a little brain knows that he is in the heart of the emperor. Resignation is a temporary measure. Because the consequences of doing it are more difficult than stabbing a huge hornet's nest.

Even if the Hundred Ghosts Sect is not afraid of any forces in the Jianghu, it doesn't even look down on the Tian Family.

This matter is urgent, but you can't chase people with great fanfare. Once the news is leaked, it is easy to be used by interested people, which will cause side effects, which is even more troublesome.After Chu Xiwei thought about it, she couldn't trust others, so she simply sent Sun Minfeng and others back to the Hundred Ghosts Sect, and planned to arrest the girl by herself, avoiding the eyes and ears of outsiders.It's just that finding someone in all corners of the world is like looking for a needle in a haystack. Qin Lanshang grew up in the Hundred Ghosts Gate since he was a child, and he knows how to avoid his own family's pursuit. Leaving home is like a fish entering the river, which is really a headache.

Fortunately, when Chu Xiwei was in a state of desperation, there was someone beside him who could come in handy.

Nan Ru's identity is sensitive, and he disappeared after he resigned, but Ye Fusheng had been the commander of Lve Ying Guard for ten years, and most of Emperor Chu Xun's private actions were handled by him, and he secretly contacted Ruan Feiyu to discuss countermeasures. Things that have to be done in person after a while. In the past six years, other people have not been in the court, the new law reform and the transfer of personnel in the court. After all kinds of major changes, there is the shadow of this Nanru.

If Lve Yingwei is the emperor's secret sword, Nanru is the most important military advisor of the emperor.

Ruan Feiyu was thoughtful, and never stayed in one place for more than half a year. It has been nearly a year since Ye Fusheng sent him a private letter from the emperor last time. Naturally, he couldn't go to the original place. He thought about it and remembered the time when he left , Ruan Feiyu once wrote a book on "Heroes' Fu", and wrote "The blood of the heroes goes from the east to the east, and the tears of the generals will fall when the rain falls from the sky", thinking about it in his heart.

There is a "Jiangjun Town" on the border of northern Xinjiang. It is far away from Jinghan Pass, separated by three mountains, and a long river winds around it. The soldiers of Chu resisted along the river, and the flesh and blood of countless heroes turned into mud, splashing the river with blood, which made the river red for hundreds of miles. When the generals won the battle, they rewarded the soldiers with a glass of wine and offered sacrifices to the heroic spirits with tears, hence the name "Heroes River".

General Town is located in a bitterly cold borderland, a place where no bird shits, chickens don't lay eggs, there are hardly any outsiders except for profit-seeking peddlers and border residents who have lived for generations.Chu Xiwei didn't intend to attract attention, so she bought a carriage carrying leather goods, changed into a robe, and wore a coarse cloth bunt, like a nondescript guy.

On the other hand, Ye Fusheng was stuffed into the sable fur of the brocade hat by him, holding a purple sand pot to drink the medicinal soup left by the ghost doctor, no matter how he looked, he looked like a wealthy businessman, although the master and the servant were a bit eye-catching, they didn't cause any trouble.

Pretending to dispose of some leather goods, the two turned into a long street. The bluestone road was still frosty, and the neighbors on both sides were closed. It looked rather bleak, but it was normal in this borderland.

They picked the busiest restaurant, and there was a neat shop lady to entertain them in. Before ordering food, they were given a plate of pickled radishes and a plate of peanuts. Ye Fusheng picked up one and ate it. He beckoned and asked with a smile: "Madam, what special food and drink do you have here?"

He was born with a flirtatious appearance, and his peach blossom eyes are full of sparkle when he smiles. At this time, he is wrapped in a vulgar and heavy leather jacket, but it does not look bloated, but it looks a bit extravagant. The shop lady was dazzled by this, and hurriedly said: "Returning to the guest officer, the burning knife wine here is strong, and it is the most enjoyable to drink in this cold weather. If it is served with roasted mutton and sauced bones, then..."

She was watching while talking, but suddenly a hand stretched out and pressed down the fur cap on Ye Fusheng's head, covering most of his face.

Chu Xiwei handed over a letter of money, and said coldly: "We are weak in charge, and we can't eat a lot of oil and meat. The store can pick up some delicate ones, so we don't need to drink alcohol."

Ye Fusheng's eyes were covered by the hat, and he stretched out his hands helplessly, so naturally he didn't see the smiling face of the shopkeeper's lady, who was scared pale by this living Rakshasa, and went obediently.

After finally taking off the hat, the lady in the store had already fled away. Ye Fusheng looked at Chu Xiwei's ink-smeared face, and sighed, "Ah Yao, you should treat your daughter's family as gentle and loving as the spring breeze in February. Dear, it's not like you want to strike the sky with lightning."

Chu Xiwei let out a "huh", and heard him say again: "Besides, the wine worm in my stomach is about to turn into a dragon and overwhelm the river, you still don't let drink!"

"During the period of taking the medicine, avoid alcohol and meat." Chu Xiwei glanced at Ye Fusheng, "Don't forget that your life is in my hands, you have to do what I say."

"You also said that I am in charge. I think you are the same as the housekeeper, A Yao." Ye Fusheng shrugged nonchalantly. It happened that a waiter brought a tray to serve the dishes. He looked up and saw that they were all small farm dishes. Mainly light, with little greasy meat, I lost interest immediately, stopped the waiter and said: "Little Er, you can stay here for a while, and inquire about something."

The business outside was good, and the clerk didn't want to stay any longer, but when he saw Chu Xiwei's silver taels on the table, he turned his smile and said, "Master, please tell me!"

"This matter, it's supposed to be a family ugliness that shouldn't be publicized..." Ye Fusheng looked distressed, and his words were vague, but they were the most appropriate to arouse people's interest. The clerk was itchy in his heart, and hurriedly said: "Sir, I know I will definitely tell you, and I will never leak it to others!"

"Well, I think you're an honest person too. Come on, drink a glass of water first." Ye Fusheng poured a bowl of tea and handed it over. Seeing that the buddy had drunk it, he gave Chu Xiwei a wink. The latter understood, and then he picked up the tea bowl. I drank slowly.

"I have a younger sister who is thirteen years old. She has been doted on by her parents since she was a child, and she has a bit of arrogance. No, a few days ago, she made a fuss about going to school, but you know what the world is like. We are businessmen and you Those who open the shop are just earning food and clothing, how can they have the spare money to send a girl to a private school?" Ye Fusheng sighed, his brows were deeply furrowed, "Besides, there is an old saying that 'a woman who has no talent is a virtue', parents are alive At that time, she was only allowed to learn how to manage accounts as a female worker. What's the use of listening to those guys? As a result, she got angry and ran away with two servants, saying that even if she was a simple job, she would find a gentleman to teach her poetry. Book, I have inquired all the way, and I heard that she is coming here, Xiao Er, have you ever seen her?"

The clerk was satisfied when he heard it, thought about it carefully, shook his head and said: "No, I have a good memory. Guests who have only been here once can remember what kind of dishes he likes to eat, but I haven't seen the little boy I mentioned in half a month. Girl, if you really came here, you didn't come to our shop, but..."

"But what?"

"However, if my sister really came here to learn, then I know something." The man rolled his eyes, "Just now the master said that 'a woman without talent is virtue', this is an ancient truth, But here we have an old man who is very knowledgeable. People in the city who can’t afford to go to school send their children there to ask for advice. I've memorized a thousand-character essay. If the master's younger sister settles down in this city, she might be able to find news there."

"Thank you!" Ye Fusheng was overjoyed, and hurriedly asked, "Where does the old man live? What's his name? I'll visit after I finish my meal!"

"The old man's surname is Shen, and he lives in Huanghua Lane in the south of the city." After a pause, the waiter continued, "It's strange to say that the old man came to our place years ago, and he hasn't seen anyone looking for him for several months. Several groups of people have come to inquire, yesterday there was another person who asked me if my husband’s surname is Ruan, hey, I’ve never heard of it, and I don’t know if I’m looking for the wrong person?”

Hearing this, Ye Fusheng exchanged a glance with Chu Xiwei, all four eyes were filled with seriousness.

---------

The great river going east is the blood of a hero, and the rain falls in the sky to make the general cry——Adapted from the fourth chapter of Guan Hanqing's "Single Swordsmanship", the original text is as follows:

[Shuangtune] [New Water Order] Da Jiangdong went to Langqiandi, leading dozens of people to drive this small boat for one leaf.It's no more than the nine-level dragon and phoenix palace, but it's exactly the thousand-foot tiger and wolf cave.Don't be a big man, I think this single-handed society is like Saicun Community. (Cloud) What a beautiful river view! (Singing)

[Zhuma Listening] The water gushes up and the mountains pile up, where is the young Zhou Lang? Unknowingly, the ashes are wiped out. Poor Huang Gai turns hurt.The masts and sculls that broke the Cao were cut off for a while, and the river where the soldiers fought was still hot, so that I could feel miserable! (with clouds) This is not the river, (singing) 20 years of endless blood of heroes!