The Sage of Confucianism and Taoism

Everyone looked out from the carriage and saw more than ten people standing outside the gate of Kongcheng. They were all candidates in black robes or Jinshi in white robes and sword robes.

"What should I do?" Everyone in the car looked at Fang Yun.

"Get out of the car." Fang Yun said as he got out of the car, straightened his clothes, and walked forward calmly and calmly.

"It's the Kong family's carriage." Someone in the crowd in front said, and those people quickly came over to stop it.

"The one wearing the dark blue scholar uniform is Fang Yun. I saw him at the cultural gathering!" another person said.

"We can't let him escape!"

"murderer!"

Several young people were filled with indignation and glared at Fang Yun.

But the older Jinshi didn't say a word. They carefully looked at Fang Yun and walked forward steadily.

Fang Yun also scanned the crowd and found that he didn't recognize most of them. The only one he had seen was a person who was sitting at the Xun family's table at the Mid-Autumn Festival Gala. He didn't even know his name.

Li Fanming whispered from the side: "You have to be careful about those few Jinshi. If we are the same candidates, we are more talented than them, so naturally we are not afraid. But they have been Jinshi for many years, even if their talents are not as good as ours, they will still be better than us in other aspects. One step. Several of them are also influential figures in the Holy Academy, especially Xun Long. The study of Xun Sheng's "differentiation between heaven and man" has already caused some strange phenomena, which is much better than Xun Ye. "Don't be careless."

Fang Yun asked: "What kind of vision can he cause?"

"When words and swords are used, wind and rain will follow. Although it is extremely weak, it is not easy. If I were as old as him, I may not be able to cause strange phenomena." Li Fanming said.

"Is he the 'Exorcist Jinshi' who recited "Xunzi" and frightened away all demons?"

"That's him."

Fang Yun nodded.

The two sides met soon. Judging from the gestures of those people, the two sides were incompatible with each other and would immediately start to fight with each other.

When the two sides were two feet apart, Xun Long, who was leading the opposite, smiled and said: "You who entered the Holy Ruins to slay the monsters and savages, and stepped on the Comet Corridor to compete with the Holy Sons of the Monsters, are role models for our generation, and you will protect the peace of our human race in the future. Now that you have returned in triumph, please accept my worship.”

As Xunlong spoke, he bent down and bowed in salute. The Jinshi behind him took advantage of the situation and bowed, while those who were elected were stunned for a moment and hurriedly followed him to thank him.

There was no way that Fang Yun and others could accept such a gift while standing, so they immediately bowed in return. The tense atmosphere was immediately resolved by the salutes of both parties. Although the atmosphere was a bit strange, Fang Yun's side was much less alert.

Fang Yun felt as if a herd of alpacas were stampeding madly through his heart. This Xun family figure was much more difficult to deal with than Xun Ye. Although Xun Ye was talented, he was too young, but Xun Long was over thirty and would never do anything. Maybe as reckless as Xun Ye.

After the two parties saluted, Xun Long glanced at the people behind Fang Yun and said: "I was ordered by the head of the family to investigate the matter of Xun Ye's literary courage being broken. I couldn't help myself. I hope all my friends will understand that it is inconvenient to reminisce about the past today. I will hold a banquet to apologize another day. "

When Fang Yun heard this, he thought that this Xunlong was indeed a veteran. He once again retreated in order to advance. On the surface, he said that he could not help himself and apologized, but in fact, he asked others not to interfere, otherwise it would not only be him, Xunlong, but The head of the Xun family is the entire Yasheng Xun family.

Everyone behind Fang Yun heard the implication of Xunlong's words. Although they were dissatisfied, Xunlong was polite and did not show any arrogance. He treated others like a gentleman. No one could act like a villain, so they had to keep silent and watch the situation develop.

Xunlong looked at Fang Yun and said with a smile: "The wind god is like jade, a handsome young man, it is true that hearing a hundred times is better than seeing it once. Xunlong is honored."

Fang Yun also smiled back and said, "I have admired you for a long time as a backbone of the human race and a scholar who has conquered demons."

Xun Long smiled calmly, then suppressed his smile and said straight to the point: "Xun Ye is my cousin. His literary courage is broken, so I naturally want to find out. Xun Zu once said: Benevolence, love, is a close relative. Don't be close to the person you are closest to. It is too close by blood. And Xun Zu also said that there is a difference between closeness and distance. If I have made any omissions, I am begging for mercy and hope that Fang Zhenguo will understand. "

"It is the duty of scholars of our generation to follow benevolence. If Brother Xun has something to say, you may as well say it directly." Fang Yun felt more and more difficult to deal with Xun Long, so he mentioned "benevolence" to find the highest holy basis for his words and deeds. Unless Xunzi is overthrown, nothing can be done against him.

"I have read the letter of Confucius' moral theory. He said that when you wrote the motto, you did not target anyone, but just expressed your heart to vent the frustrations in Shengxu. I have also verified that Xun Ye's words in Shengxu There is a mistake, but the saints have said that nothing in the ancient land of Shengxu will be investigated, why can't you let it go?" Xun Long said.

"When I wrote the motto, I had already given it up." Fang Yun said.

"Then why was Xun Ye injured?"

"Of course he didn't let it go. Otherwise, he wouldn't have slandered me and harmed Weng Ming, and he wouldn't have publicly publicized what I gained at the Holy Ruins."

"Oh? Could it be that what you got in the Holy Ruins is shameful?"

Fang Yun immediately said: "You Xunlong are aboveboard, why do you have to wear clothes to see people? Why don't you go naked on the street and walk without covering up!"

"It's not etiquette to go out naked on the street." Xunlong said calmly.

"Whose etiquette is it to frame someone up?" Fang Yun asked back.

Xun Long looked surprised, and then explained patiently: "It seems that you have misunderstood. I have verified that Xun Ye said that after he and Weng Ming jumped on the ice floe, Weng Ming said that you were harming him, and then Xun Ye escaped alone. , Weng Ming Before he died, he spoke indiscriminately and called the murderer Xun Ye. He once said that he suspected that Weng Ming made a mistake before he died and that there was someone else he really wanted to call. Didn’t dirty you.”

"I dare to ask Brother Xun, since Weng Ming has no evidence and only speculated that I harmed him. After Xun Ye's relay, the Weng family misunderstood, please answer truthfully, Xun Ye, is this matter in line with etiquette and law?"

"There is something wrong, but it is not a big mistake, let alone a crime." Xunlong said sincerely.

"The Master said: Don't say anything that is inappropriate. As a minister, I am so disrespectful. Why can't I say something?"

"There are some things that are inappropriate, but when it comes to being disrespectful, it is too biased." Xunlong said with a serious face.

"Oh, in this case, Xun Ye knows that someone will covet my treasure and still publicizes it, is it inappropriate?"

"Xun Ye is young after all and cannot make far-sighted plans. I'm afraid he didn't think of this. He just admired you and wanted to use what he got from the Holy Ruins to prove your talent. Unexpectedly, it aroused the covetousness of everyone. It may not be harmful to your intentions. Of course, his Words and actions are also inappropriate.”

Fang Yun looked at Xun Long, and finally understood Xun Long's purpose. The purpose of his coming here was not to investigate, but to call for punishment, and to minimize Xun Ye's big mistake, because breaking the courage of a human being is a heavy punishment, and it is not appropriate to say it or do it. It's a minor fault, and if it's a minor fault, it's a heavy penalty. In the end, the fault must be due to luck.

If the fault lies with Xun Ye, it will be a big blow to the reputation of the Xun family.

"Xun Jinshi really has a sharp tongue. Unfortunately, it's not me who ruined Xun Ye's literary courage. It was his failure to study "Xunzi" that caused this disaster!" Fang Yun showed a look of regret.

Before Xun Long could speak, the Xun family disciples behind him were furious and said that the Xun family did not study "Xunzi". This accusation was too serious.

"You are so brave, do you think my Xun family has no one?"

"That's unreasonable! It's enough for you to harm Xun Ye, why are you still talking nonsense about "Xunzi"?"

"Using the holy name under the guise can be punished!"

Xunlong said: "Fang Yun, don't talk nonsense."

Fang Yun said slowly: "Let me ask you, after entering the Holy Ruins, many members of my human race were besieged and killed by demons and barbarians. Xun Ye could obviously help, and even had the Xun family's secret treasure to save people, but he still refused to take action and abandoned his old friends. ,alone Is hiding in hiding unjust? You can argue with Xun Ye about what happened to me, but you can say that the Holy Ruins cannot be held responsible. But if you dare to say that Xun Ye’s actions are not unjust, be careful. Literary courage!”

Fang Yun's voice swept forward like a sharp blade, and everyone in the Xun family felt a chill in their necks. Only then did they remember that Fang Yun had reached the second level of literature and bravery, and his words had powerful power at critical moments.

Xunlong took a deep breath and exhaled slowly, then narrowed his eyes slightly and stared at Fang Yun, but still did not dare to speak.

Because Xun Long knew that Xun Ye was indeed unjust!

Attacking Fang Yun was right and wrong, but he was timid in front of the monsters and barbarians, and abandoned his friends. Even if it happened in the Holy Ruins, injustice was unjust, and it was a big matter of right and wrong. Even if he had a thousand courages, he would not dare to deny Fang Yun.

Xunlong knew very well that once Fang Yun counterattacked, his literary courage would not be shattered, but cracking was inevitable. The Xun family has already used the power of the ancient land to save Xun Ye. If another Jinshi scholar breaks down, it will definitely make the Xun family the laughing stock of the ten countries.

Fang Yun said slowly and firmly: "The second chapter of "Xunzi" once said "Abandoning righteousness is called a thief!" He also said, "Even if you don't want to perish, what's the point?" Is it possible that such a person doesn't want to perish? "Xunzi" also says: Therefore, if a person seeks to live for the sake of his views, he will surely die; if he seeks for benefits, for the sake of his views, he will surely be harmed.' Xun Sheng said that if a person forgets etiquette and righteousness and only sees his own life, he will definitely die; if he only pursues personal gain, he will inevitably encounter disaster. Xun Ye is a descendant of Xun Sheng, but he does not follow "Xunzi". His teachings are self-serving and ultimately harmful to others and himself!"

The Xun family members cursed Fang Yun crazily in their hearts, but they did not dare to refute even a word.

Xunlong stared at Fang Yun and said with a dry throat: "Fang Yun, for thousands of years, great scholars and semi-sages have criticized our Xun family in endlessly, but only a few people use Xun Zu's words to convict our Xun family, but it's Unparalleled! Your words and actions today will definitely bring disaster to you in the future!”

Fang Yun was calm and said: "If I didn't say a word today and let you Xun family handle it, then I would be in trouble now! Xun Ye did not hesitate to sacrifice his friends in order to protect himself. You don't care. I want to protect myself and no one will die." , you can’t bear it? Are you the one who has more Jinshi than Juren? What’s your ambition?”

There was faint thunder across the sky.

A flash of shame flashed in Xunlong's eyes, but after all, he was from the Yasheng family and could not let the Xun family lose face. He said: "I just came to investigate this matter and cannot make a conclusion. Since Fang Juren thinks that he is not wrong, then I Report the truth to the master and say goodbye!"

Xun Long turned around and left, while more than a dozen Xun family members looked at Fang Yun. No one could refute, and they left one after another angrily.

The people behind Fang Yun immediately rushed up.

"Fang Yun, what you said is absolutely correct! Everyone in our Holy Ruins knows about Xun Ye's crime. If the Xun family can't make Xun Ye confess, they really don't have the magnanimity of the Yasheng family!"

"Wrong is wrong, why don't you admit it? Alas, you said it was sent by Patriarch Xun, I think it was sent by Xun Ye's parents. Patriarch Xun is a great man of his generation, he would never be so confused!"