Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 121 Old people have no regrets, young people don’t understand [End of third update]

From the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, through the Three Kingdoms period, to today's New Han Dynasty, the ancestry of major aristocratic families has gradually grown. One of the typical signs is that there are endless admonishment books. The more famous ones are those of Zhuge Liang, Yang Ku, and Ji Kang. , Wang Xiang of the Langya family mentioned above, and the "Legal Order for Training Descendants" has been spread throughout the world.

"Based on the information currently available, the rise of family private schools is related to the growth of family politics. As the power of family members has greatly increased, they gradually realized that in order to maintain the privileges of the family, they must consolidate their family advantage, and the family advantage The foundation lies in two points, family law and education. Family law is the precepts, rules and principles of doing things, which is the cornerstone of maintaining family tradition and reputation, while education is the key to the survival of the family. The children of the family must have a steady stream of talents, so that the family can prosper. "

Walking in the fields, smelling the smell of green grass mixed with the earth, Chen Zhi was recalling the patterns of ethnic studies, which were traced in the memory fragments of his predecessor, and at the same time he was investigating the social issues hidden behind the ethnic studies.

The little book boy Chen Wu followed closely.

"The root cause of the Chen family's decline is ultimately that the success rate of the younger generations is too low. There are no outstanding children who can support the family framework. There is no succession. Even Chen Chi's generation is not considered outstanding. Under such circumstances, the family Of course, it will gradually decline, and even the family law will show signs of collapse. Whether it is the behavior of my predecessor, Chen Yun's selfishness, or Chen Bian's wanton behavior, these are all manifestations of the loosening of the family law and problems in education. The inheritance of family law, the consolidation of family status, and the academic status are all combined, only then can the family tradition flourish and be qualified for promotion."

Historically, most of the criticisms about the Wei and Jin grades were that the passage between the upper and lower grades was solidified and blocked. However, before that, when aristocratic families wanted to obtain high grades, it was not all about political means or military strength. There is a saying in this era that is very representative——

Only by studying Confucian classics for many generations can one be able to be a minister for many generations.

vice versa.

Having accumulated many years of study is a magic weapon used by aristocratic families to show off, and it is also the foundation for maintaining the family's immortality. In turn, it can continuously collect knowledge, promote the family's backwardness, and allow talents to support the family's long-term prosperity.

The foundation of the Chen family has actually been shaken long ago.

The Chen family's clan school is located in Chenzhuang outside the city. This is also where the Chen family gathers. Previous ancestor worship was held here.

The Chen family in Pengcheng is not the only lineage of Chen Taigong. In fact, there are many other branches and concubines. For example, on the night when Chen Zhi was taken to the government, the third uncle lived in Chenzhuang and was a collateral line.

Chenzhuang is actually a small village.

The Chen family's clan school is located in a corner of the village. It occupies a large area, but it has not been repaired for a long time and is quite dilapidated.

There are three rooms in the clan school. The middle hall is where the Chen family’s children study. The buildings on both sides also serve a purpose. One is used for miscellaneous things, and the other is used for enlightenment—that is, for children aged four to ten years old. It is used as a place for children to learn literacy.

After a moment of pause, Chen Zhi walked into the middle lobby. Looking around, he saw rows of seats inside, with the lecturer's seat at the front. On the back wall of the lobby, there was a plaque that read He wrote an "Emergency Chapter", said to be handwritten by Chen Deng, which is also the current main model for elementary school students.

After looking at the furnishings of the Chen clan school, Chen Zhi understood the general situation of the school. Generally speaking, compared with later generations, there was only one missing blackboard. Most of the layout was similar to that of the Imperial College and Imperial College. But there are many rough places in the details.

Chen Zhi's predecessor also studied here.

Originally, Chen Zhi came here with Chen Xi, but halfway through the trip, as soon as he entered Chenzhuang, someone found Chen Xi and said that the family studies were still suspended today, and Mr. Xibin still refused to teach. In desperation, Chen Zhi Xi Xian went to play with his friends, leaving Chen Zhi to study alone.

"Seventh Young Master, you are here."

At this time, an old man rushed over in a hurry, greeting as he walked, and a young man in Tsing Yi followed beside the old man.

There are these two people in Chen Zhi's memory. They are the handymen who work in the clan school. They are a pair of grandparents. The elder is named Chen Hao and the younger is named Chen Zhe. They are not slaves, but from Chenzhuang Village. According to the genealogy, the resident was of the same clan as Chen Zhi, but their blood relationship was distant.

After all, the Chen family is a big family. After so many years of development, branches and leaves have been scattered, and each family has different circumstances. People like Chen Hao and Chen Zhe's ancestors and grandchildren have extremely poor families and can only do odd jobs in ethnology. Earn a little for home use.

Through the awe-filled eyes of the grandfather and grandson, one can see the difference in status between them and Chen Zhi.

After seeing Chen Zhi nodding, Chen Hao said cautiously: "Seventh Young Master, are you here to find Mr. Wang? He was still here just now, but he had a dispute with Master Qi and announced that he would not talk today. It seems that he has gone now Master Qi's family said they want to discuss it." The Master Qi he mentioned was named Chen Qi, and he was considered the number one person in Chenzhuang Village, but in terms of seniority, Chen Qi would call Chen Zhi uncle when he met him. "Mr. Wang? Is it the newly recruited Mr. Xi Bin? Well, since he's here, let's meet him." Chen Zhi said, leaving first and walking towards Chen Qi's home according to his memory.

When Chen Zhi and the book boy Chen Wu disappeared around the corner in the distance, the young boy Chen Zhe suddenly said: "This seventh young master is the ridiculous young master, right?"

Chen Hao, who was standing next to him, had his head lowered, but his expression changed when he heard these words. He quickly waved his hands and said, "You can't say that, don't let anyone hear it." When he looked around and saw that no one heard him, he relaxed. He took a breath, then touched Chen Zhe's head and said: "This young master is the young master of the Zong family. I followed Master Qi to the county seat a few days ago. I heard someone in the ancestor's house said that this seventh young master is in serious trouble now. He's a big shot now, so you can't offend him and serve him well. If he's happy, maybe you, my dear grandson, can officially enroll in school."

Chen Zhe, the boy, said disapprovingly: "What's so good about enrolling in school? It's better to help Master Qi herd the sheep and drive the chickens, and get a big buck every day."

"Nonsense!" Chen Hao's expression changed and he shouted angrily. He patted Chen Zhe's head with his hand. Then he came to his senses and touched his grandson's head distressedly. He said seriously: "Why did I let you come?" This school help? I just want you to be able to learn a word or two while the young masters are listening to them. When you accumulate a few words, you can read and write, that will be great."

"It doesn't matter if you can read and write. You don't have to herd sheep and drive chickens. Don't you know a few words? You're also in this gang." Chen Zhe muttered, but looking at the expectation in his grandfather's eyes, he didn't refute it.

On the other side, after Chen Zhili left his clan school, he followed the route in his memory and came to the courtyard of a large house. He reached out and knocked on the door.

"Who..."

A loud voice sounded, and the door opened, revealing a woman with a bucket waist. Behind the woman, there was a faint sound of arguing.

Chen Zhi also knew this person, it was Chen Qi's wife Li Shi.

"You're not that Chen Zhi... No, it's Uncle Qi. Uncle Qi, please come in quickly!" She had a flattering expression on her face. Chen Zhi's name has been spread in Pengcheng these days, and Li's husband Chen Qi He is very utilitarian. Although he is far away from the clan by blood, he is dedicated to fawning over him. He has a good relationship with the clan and is well informed. He has long known that Chen Zhi, the ridiculous young master in the past, has risen and is the future leader of the Chen family. At the core, Li was naturally explained.

Chen Zhi said directly: "I came to see Chen Qi because of school matters."

"Wait!" Upon hearing this, Li Shi turned around and shouted into the yard, "Chen Qi, Uncle Qi is here, come out quickly!"

"Uncle Seven?"

Exclaims came from the house, and then Chen Qi hurriedly ran out. As soon as he arrived in front of the door, he greeted him, and then scolded Mr. Li: "Your seventh uncle is here, why don't you hurry up and bring tea and water. "

"No need," Chen Zhi shook his head and pointed inside, "I came here this time for clan studies. I heard that the newly invited guest is here with you?" He couldn't help but sigh that this Chen Qi is really good at it. According to the fragments in his memory, the Chen Zhi in the past was often ridiculed by Chen Qi, but now he looked like he was tearing his heart out.

"For clan studies?" Chen Qi was stunned for a moment, then heard a voice coming from behind him——

"This is Young Master Chen Qi, I think. I have admired your name for a long time. I was also lucky enough to see your calligraphy in Peng Mansion. I admire it very much."

Accompanying the voice was a middle-aged man wearing dark clothes. When he came to the door, he bowed his hands as a gift and then said: "So that Mr. Chen will know that the Chen family invited me to teach ten things. There are schoolchildren over the age of [-], but the Kaimeng Hall on the side of the lobby is not stable. The naughty children there are too naughty and disrupt the teaching. If you don't move these naughty children to another place, then your government should hire someone else."

After hearing this, Chen Zhi already understood the reason, but asked: "I wonder if any of the students in my Chen family are sincere in their studies?"

The middle-aged man thought that Chen Zhi would advise or ask, but unexpectedly he asked about this. After being stunned, he nodded and said, "There are still people who are sincere in their studies."

Chen Zhi immediately bowed his hands and said, "Since that's the case, I hope you don't refuse the position of Xibin."

　Tomorrow's update may be put into the evening.

　　
　
(End of this chapter)