Chapter 44: Luoshui Hongxia Reflection
The horseshoe was given to Li Shimin for free, and Xie Yi was completely in a position of leaving, hiding his merits and fame.
But in fact, it can't be hidden at all.
Regarding this matter, Xie Yi focused more on Li Zhi.
Going to the stable and building a horseshoe is not a pre-determined arrangement, but an accidental act of unintentionally planting willows.
Thanks to the cute Princess Jinyang's kindness, Xie Yi had the opportunity to come up with a horseshoe design naturally, and he also had an opportunity to tempt Li Zhi in a straightforward manner.
Plant flowers calmly and intentionally by planting willows without intention.
It can be seen that His Highness King of Jin is quite interested in this kind of exploration-style learning. No wonder, after all, those who teach and preach the meaning of the scriptures are all solemn Confucians, which are very old-fashioned and domineering, and are mainly cramming education.
Can students like it?
Li Zhi was probably gentle and was young, so he studied obediently, but he didn't really like it. When he was older and reached the rebellious period of youth, how could he know if he would have any excessive reaction?
Isn’t the Crown Prince Li Chengqian a very bad example in history? Historical records show that he was smart, humble and polite when he was young, and he was an excellent candidate for the crown prince whom everyone expected.
Faced with the teachings of a group of great scholars, Li Chengqian studied very seriously. But as he grew older, he was inevitably a little rebellious and perverse. As a result, a group of close ministers from the East Palace, such as Kong Yingda, Yu Zhining, Zhang Xuansu, etc., didn't know whether they wanted to gain a good reputation or were disappointed, and they competed to be ministers who were flirting with advice.
The prince did a good job, and he rarely praised it, and thought it was worth it. He pointed out the mistakes in a little bit, and his words were fierce, which made Li Chengqian feel embarrassed. Over time, Li Chengqian became more and more rebellious, and eventually embarked on the road of no return.
So to a certain extent, Li Chengqian in history was ruined by these so-called strict teachers, which is sad and lamentable. As for now, I don’t know what the situation of teaching in the East Palace will be like, and will the tragedy happen as scheduled six years later?
Anyway, Xie Yi didn't want the same tragedy to happen to Li Zhi. He was good at tempting and asking him to explore it on his own initiative and courage, so as not to be cowardly and become a reason for others to criticize him.
More importantly, Xie Yi wanted Li Zhi to be interested in him, pay enough attention to him, and even worship him. This way, he could hit it off and work together.
It is obviously too early to evaluate the effect at present, but for a good start, we need to continue working hard next. As for the future entry point, Xie Yi already had some ideas in his mind.
There was news from Hou Junji that his sister-in-law Du and his sister Xiaoman will be able to arrive in Luoyang at noon tomorrow. This is good news.
The family will be reunited soon, staying alone in the empty room, and the days of sleeping alone are almost over. I am still a little excited to think about it!
...
At the same time, in an inn dozens of miles away from Luoyang, Du just coaxed Xiaoman to fall asleep.
Xiaoman was very happy along the way. First, he had never traveled far away and saw everything was fresh; second, he was about to see his brother who had been separated for several days, so he was very excited and slept half an hour later than usual.
Compared to her sister-in-law's excitement, Du was a little depressed. She walked to the window, but saw the moonlight outside the window, the stars were dotted, and the spring breeze was warm.
Standing at the window, the breeze blows, the hair is flowing, the dress is floating, and the gentle and charming.
But her expression was a little sad, and her eyes were quietly looking at the night sky, a little lost, and there was still a trace of indelible sorrow between her eyebrows.
Logically speaking, I will see him soon. If I meet again after a long separation, I should be full of joy.
Yes, she was really happy. During these nights when he was not here, he couldn't sleep alone, tossing and turning, and was muttering to him in his heart.
I used to feel that it was not appropriate to sleep on the same bed, but it was not until the long night was long and I was alone that I realized that when he was there, I felt so at ease. This feeling has nothing to do with emotion/desire, it is completely a kind of psychological dependence or attachment.
Du felt in her heart that she could no longer live without Xie Yi. In those days, she vaguely hoped that he would return soon and sleep beside her. Perhaps in his arms, she would be warmer, sleep more steadily and more stable.
Thinking of this, Du will blush and be shy, and even feel that as a woman, her mind is losing its dignity and heavyness, and a little...somewhat is a little ashamed.
That day, the people from the governor's mansion came and his letters arrived. Du suddenly realized that maybe he would not even have the opportunity to think about it in the future.
He cured King Jin's illness and became a man in Huaiyang County. The emperor took advantage of his talent and stayed in Luoyang and the Luoyang Palace. He sent someone to pick up their sister-in-law and sister-in-law to join Luoyang to reunite.
As expected, he never came back.
Du was not willing to go to Luoyang, but she couldn't find a reason to refuse, especially when Xiaoman was yelling to look for his brother all day long. There were also those treasured seeds. Xie Yi's letter reminded her to take them to Luoyang with them personally.
The officer and the soldiers were waiting at the door, unable to refuse or delay, so she had to set off with the men sent by the governor's mansion and headed for Luoyang.
A tall horse, a spacious carriage, and a soldier guarded by his side, has not been treated like this for many years. In a trance, Du was filled with sorrow.
Youdao is that she is more timid when she is close to her hometown. The closer she is to Luoyang, the more sensitive and uneasy she feels.
It is obviously getting closer and closer to him, but it has to get further and further away. Perhaps this torture, life and death, and wealth, is destined.
Since it is fate, you have to accept it.
Du sighed heartbrokenly, closed the window, and lie down in harmony with her clothes. But she couldn't fall asleep that night, and only then did she find that tears wet her pillow at dawn...
He set off early in the morning, and Du, who was sitting in the carriage, said nothing and was extremely silent. The atmosphere was so weird that even Xiaoman could feel it. He greeted him in a tender voice: "What's wrong with my sister-in-law?"
Du said lightly: "It's okay, I didn't sleep well last night, I feel a little uncomfortable."
"Sister-in-law, don't worry, I'm going to see my third brother soon. Xiaoman's stomach is uncomfortable, so I'll just rub it." Xiaoman smiled and said, "Let the third brother rub it for my sister-in-law at that time."
Hearing this, Du's heart felt a little sad again, staring at the car window, trying to keep tears from rolling down.
The carriage galloped and the wheels rolled. Finally, at noon, I saw the tall city, a city more majestic than Chenzhou and Danyang.
Du sighed lightly, restrained his emotions, wiped his eyes and face, calmed his mind as much as possible, and worked hard to return to his virtuous and reserved appearance in the past.
The carriage walked along Luoshui and stopped in front of the magnificent Luoyang Palace. This was the palace where Emperor Li Tang lived? Some complicated thoughts arose in his mind.
Through the car window, Du saw Xie Yi smiling and standing at the palace gate with expectation, waiting for her and Xiaoman.
Du couldn't help but his heart beat faster, but he had different thoughts. She was afraid that she could not help it. She clenched her fists tightly and told herself that she must keep it steady and for him - "hold it"!
"Xie County man, your family has been escorted here." The general sent by the Chenzhou Governor's Office respectfully greeted Xie Yi.
"It's a labor!"
"You don't have to be polite to Xie County men. This is the last responsibility."
"Okay, go to Duke Chen and report to His Majesty!"
The general said goodbye and left, Xie Yi walked over quickly, and before he could get close to the carriage, a petite figure rushed out.
Xie Yi held his sister Xiaoman in his arms, looked at the red clouds in the sky, and against the beautiful background of Luoshui's waves, his dress fluttered, and the beautiful and gentle beauty walked off the carriage.
As graceful as a stunning geese, as graceful as a dragon, in a stunning manner, Xie Yi almost thought that the God of Luo River was coming from the waves.
Chapter completed!