The First Great Ancestor of the Five Dynasties

Chapter 260 The mystery of Xuefu is finally solved
Xu Xuan followed Zhu Xiu into the study.

The layout of the study room is similar to that of the official office, both adopting a simple style.

The house is spacious and bright, with rockeries and bonsais placed, and it is elegantly decorated with periwinkles and water bamboos. It has a large desk and an imperial chair of the same style, and three bookshelves with high beams are placed against the wall. There are piles of documents and account books, Fuzhou and county annals, etc. .

The most eye-catching thing is that on the wall exposed between the two bookshelves opposite the back of the Grand Master's chair, there are four calligraphy masterpieces hanging.

"Powerful", "rich", "beautiful", "free"!
Xu Xuan looked at them one by one. He was shocked at first, then shook his head and looked strange.

"These four regular scripts are vigorous, powerful, magnificent, and the brushwork is novel and unique. You can tell from a glance that they were written by famous artists!"

Xu Xuan stroked his beard and expressed his appreciation without hesitation, "It's just these eight words. Haha~"

Zhu Xiu smiled and said, "Sir, do you think it's too tacky?"

"It touches people's hearts directly. It is frank and straightforward. After all, how many people in the world of mortals can remain unconventional?"

Although Xu Xuan is a well-known scholar in Jiangnan, he does not pretend to be aloof.

"Xu can understand the other six words, but how should we explain 'youyan'?" Xu Xuan asked curiously.

Zhu Xiu winked: "I just hope to have the appearance of Song Yu and Pan An."

Xu Xuan was stunned, clasped his hands and laughed: "Interesting! It's really interesting! It's just that in troubled times, as a man, you have to be good at literature or martial arts. Even though good looks can make people admire you, it is by no means the way to gain a foothold."

Zhu Xiu laughed and said: "Mr. Xu is talking about the advancement of ordinary men. If you have the appearance of Pan Gao, Song Wei, you don't need to be good at literature and martial arts, you can take other ways to live in peace."

Xu Xuan asked curiously: "What Mr. Chu is referring to."

Zhu Xiu said with a yearning look on her face: "For example, it would be good to find a married woman from a wealthy family and be protected by the wife's family. Or maybe she would wander among the skirts of many noble ladies and attract a lot of competition."

Xu Xuan opened his eyes wide, pointed at him and cursed with a smile: "So you want to be like Feng Xiaobao and Lianhua Lang!"

Zhu Xiu shrugged: "After all, people rely on their strength to earn a living. The hard work involved is no less than ten years of hard work and fighting on the battlefield, but it's just not something outsiders know."

"Sophistry! What nonsense!" Xu Xuan blew his beard and stared angrily, "You have a decadent idea of ​​seeking pleasure at such a young age. If shopkeeper Chu finds out, he will definitely teach you a lesson!"

Zhu Xiu curled her lips. He had discussed the topic of eating soft rice with Pan Mei before, and Pan Mei showed a very yearning expression, not repulsive at all, but also full of interest.

In terms of hardware conditions, Pan Mei was good-looking, with a red face, a long beard, and a tall figure. He wielded a long-handled flower knife, which gave him a bit of Guan Gong's demeanor when he was alive.

With the reputation of Guan Erye that lasted through the ages, there are countless women who admire him in the world. If Pan Meiken takes good care of him, there must be many big girls and young wives who like him.

It's a pity that Pan Mei and Li Zhongjin have the same virtues, and they are a little bit different. They are stupid and unpopular with women.

Xu Xuan did not continue to argue about the issue of eating soft food, and admired the four large characters in regular script with his hands behind his hands.

Ignoring the cheesy content, this word is truly extraordinary and enough to establish a sect.

Even for Jiangnan, whose comprehensive humanistic quality is much higher than that of the north, it is enough to amaze the world.

"Four things. Four things." Xu Xuan suddenly realized. Could this be what Mr. Four things meant?
Xu Xuan remembered that the "Snow Ode" was found to have been circulated from the Jiedu Mansion of the Changyi Army.

The author's signature, Mr. Siyou, doesn't exactly correspond to these eight characters?
"Master Chu, is it possible that Mr. Siyou is in the mansion?" Xu Xuan looked anxious, and there was even some sweat on the tip of his nose. He felt that he was only one step away from the mysterious author of Xuefeng.

Zhu Xiu smiled slightly: "Exactly! And I've just met Mr.

"Have you seen it?" Xu Xuan was shocked, lightning flashed in his mind, "Could it be that Mr. Siyou is the Young Envoy?"

"A more accurate statement is that Young Master is Mr. Siyou's unique disciple!"

Zhu Xiu was serious, and he cupped his hands towards the northeast with admiration in his eyes: "Mr. Siyou lives in seclusion in Tanzhou, far away in Youyun Frontier Fortress. He is an unparalleled legend!"

In a melodious tone, Zhu Xiu slowly recounted the magical experience of Changyi Army Major Envoy.

Xu Xuan listened with rapt attention and murmured: "I see, I didn't expect that there is such a hermit master in the world."

The appearance of Shi Xiangwen just now appeared in Xu Xuan's mind, but no matter how much he thought about it, it was difficult to match it with the image of a famous teacher and disciple in his imagination.

The sense of violation is too serious.

Touching his forehead as if he had a headache, Xu Xuan smiled bitterly and said, "I'm sorry for Xu's rudeness, but I'm just a young man. The difference from what I imagined is so big that it's hard to accept it for a while."

Zhu Xiu understood and said: "Young Commander, no matter how you behave or act, you are independent. It has become a habit. Mr. Xu does not need to take it to heart."

Xu Xuan nodded and looked at the four words: "So, the author of "Snow Fu" is actually Mr. Siyou who lives far away in Tanzhou?"

"Exactly! The young envoy missed his mentor, so he copied the Xuefeng. Unexpectedly, it spread to the south of the Yangtze River unintentionally, and attracted a golden phoenix like Mr. Xu. It's fate." Zhu Xiu said with a smile.

Xu Xuan stared at the four pieces of calligraphy and felt a lot.

Because of a piece of "Snow Ode", when he was frustrated in officialdom, he left Jingzhou in anger. Firstly, he wanted to relax, and secondly, he was impressed by the article. He asked himself that he could not write such a work with such strong ancient style and high literary talent. Therefore, I want to study under this literary genius who is not famous but has real talents, study hard for several years, sharpen my will, and think about how to take the future path of life.

It was too far from Jiangning to Jingzhou. Halfway through, after Xu Xuan calmed down, he felt that his decision was a bit impulsive, and he hesitated and hesitated.

Can we really find the meaning of life if we leave the Jiangnan where we live and go to the far northwest?
Fortunately, Li Congjia was by his side, allowing Xu Xuan to strengthen his original intention when he was confused.

Looking at Li Congjia who calmly gave up the honor of being a prince, Xu Xuan felt deeply ashamed. He felt that his status was not high enough, his temperament was not free and easy enough, he could not give up fine clothes and food, and he could not give up prosperity and style.

Li Congjia said that he did not want to abandon his parents and brothers and go away to a foreign country, but the world is so big that it should not be limited to small Jiangning, and he should not only see glory and wealth. The world is huge, and he wants to go around and see it. , hoping that when he returns to Jiangning in the future, he can regain his father's understanding and brother's tolerance, so that he will no longer worry about fighting for power and gain.

At such a young age, Li Congjia was able to see the world so clearly, and his mind was so indifferent and free, which impressed Xu Xuan even more, and at the same time strengthened his determination to study in Jingzhou.

Because of these eight words, Xu Hyun made the craziest decision in his life.

It was these eight words that brought him to Jingzhou thousands of miles away, a place that he would never set foot in in his life.

Xu Xuan stared silently and shed tears unconsciously.Zhu Xiu grinned, he couldn't figure out Xu Xuan's complicated mental journey.

"The literati are really hypocritical~" Zhu Xiu sighed in his heart.

"I made Mr. Chu laugh. I have been searching for the author of "Snow Ode" for a long time. Now that everything has come to light, I feel sad and disappointed at the same time." Xu Xuan laughed at himself and wiped the corners of his eyes.

"It's okay, Mr. Xu can cry a little longer."

After inviting Xu Xuan to sit down, Zhu Xiu served tea and water with great enthusiasm.

"The Changyi Army went north to fight against the Difficult Army. A great victory boosted people's hearts, but Xu was worried that the party members would become angry and invade south again?" Xu Xuan said worriedly as he took a sip of tea.

Zhu Xiudao: "I heard the young envoy discuss this matter. He and Shi Jieshuai both believe that Li Yi is worried about his son's life and death and will never dare to send troops to provoke again."

Xu Xuan hurriedly said: "By the way, I was just about to ask, what do Li Guangrui, Shi Jieshuai and the young envoy Jun, the son of Li Yiyin, want to do with him? He is a hot potato, and a little carelessness will lead to catastrophe."

"Sir, there is no need to worry. Li Guangrui deserves his punishment. Let him work hard for a period of time. Once the price is agreed upon with Li Yiyin, it will not be too late before he is released." Zhu Xiu said nonchalantly.

Xu Xuan was shocked. Hearing this tone, did he want to use Li Guangrui to blackmail him?
"I heard that Li Yi has a wolf-like nature and is cruel and ferocious. The Dangxiang people are good at fighting and are brave and invincible. Will this move offend him?"

"What if I piss him off? Others are afraid of him, but I, Zhang Yijun, are not afraid!"

Zhu Xiu looked like an excited and passionate young man, "The tomb of Guixia at Luoshankou in Yuanzhou was built for the Dangxiang people to see. If they still don't know what to do and dare to provoke them again and again, I, Zhang Yijun, will bury as many as they come!" Only those who dare to fight and are able to fight can stop the war! Blindly giving in will only make the enemy think that we are weak and can be bullied!"

Xu Xuan smiled bitterly and said: "Having said that, the Dingnan Army has been operating for a hundred years and is deeply rooted in the Hetao area. Even the Central Plains courts of all dynasties have been unable to do anything to them. They can only use gentle and win-win strategies. I am worried that in the end, they will suffer a loss. It’s still the Chang Yi Army.”

Zhu Xiu smiled and said: "Sir, you can rest assured. No matter how hard Li Yiyin jumps, he will not dare to openly lead the army southward. The Dangxiang people are indeed brave, but their ethnic group is not superior in numbers. Even though they now occupy the land of five states, Considering the size of the party members, this is the limit of what they can control.

The core interests of the Dangxiang people are not in Jingyuan. They want to stabilize their position. Firstly, they want to please the Khitans, their powerful neighbors in the north. Secondly, they want to maintain apparent peace with the Central Plains court. For this reason, the Dangxiang Li family does not hesitate to surrender and pay tribute. In the future, we must guard against the harassment of Tubo and Uyghur in the west, and fourthly, we must guard against the rebellion of the Han people, Tubo people, Qiang people, and Shatuo people under our rule.

The Dangxiang tribe was originally backward and primitive. It has been a patriarchal clan system for a long time. It has not been long since they learned the ritual system of the Han family in the Central Plains. They are still in the learning and exploratory stage in politics, military, and commerce.

Li Yiyin is not stupid. The territory of the five states is enough for the party members to digest it for a long time. If he expands further, the Kaifeng court will not sit idly by and ignore him. The surrounding vassal towns will also regard him as an enemy. The people under his rule will have a difficult life, and internal strife and foreign wars will break out. When the time comes, We can’t even keep the old foundation left by our ancestors.”

After an analysis, Xu Xuan nodded frequently.

He has lived in the south of the Yangtze River for a long time and has never dealt with party members. He is very interested in this emerging force that lives in Hetao but can stand for a hundred years.

"Haha, the students heard these from the young envoy. They have gained a lot of knowledge." Zhu Xiu sipped his tea and said in summary.

"Young Master, you should not be judged by appearances, but you have such a long-term vision, you are really amazing!"

Xu Xuan was filled with admiration and worked hard to overcome the sense of inconsistency caused by the image gap, and stiffly overlapped the image of Shi Xiangwen with the image of the wise and powerful young commander in his mind.

Zhu Xiu introduced the story of the Yuanzhou War in detail, and Xu Xuan listened very carefully.

If you have the opportunity to deal with party members in the future, these will be valuable first-hand information.

"When will Mr. Xu leave for Nongken Town?" Zhu Xiu asked.

"Two days later, after meeting with the young envoy today, I will go to the county office tomorrow to meet with Magistrate Wen. I will also meet with Envoy Pei Zhi, Judge Song and others to discuss official matters," Xu Xuan said with a smile.

"Nongken Town is the grain production base of Jingzhou. Mr. Xu must remember that all work must focus on the ultimate goal of grain. No matter what, the stability of grain production must be ensured." Zhu Xiu said solemnly.

Xu Xuan was a little strange. Chu Shaolang's tone sounded like he was teaching him how to do things, and there was some illusion that a superior was instructing a subordinate.

"Don't worry, Young Master Chu, Xu understands."

After a pause, Xu Xuan looked outside the study door and said softly: "One more thing, please help Mr. Chu to pay attention to whether Tao Wenju has been acting strangely recently.

To be honest, when Xu was in Nongken Town, he often felt that there were countless pairs of eyes spying on him, always paying attention to my every move. Someone was worried that Tao Wenju had collected money, but he would backtrack, trying to harm me and Li Jia! "

Xu Xuan shook his head and felt worried. Zhu Xiu coughed dryly, picked up the tea cup and took a sip with a slight embarrassment.

Yan Ping asked him to send a few people to keep an eye on Xu Xuan, firstly to protect him, and secondly because he was afraid that he would find ways to contact the south.

I don’t know how many people Yan Ping sent out, which made Xu Xuan nervous.
No wonder this guy often complains that the funds allocated to Zangfeng Camp's activities are not enough, such a waste of manpower, no matter how much money he has, it will not be enough for him.

Zhu Xiu mentally scolded Yan Ping and planned to call him back later and give him a good scolding, with the aim of saving expenses and streamlining manpower.

"Mr. Xu, don't worry. No matter how courageous Tao Wenju is, he would not dare to do harm to you. Besides, we introduced you to him. Considering this aspect, he will not do anything to you." Zhu Xiu comforted.

Xu Xuan sighed bitterly. Chu Shaolang and Shopkeeper Chu didn't know his and Li Congjia's true identities.

Tao Wenju used this as a threat, so they had to swallow their anger.

"I hope Xu Biao will come soon and take Prince Anding away safely." Xu Xuan prayed silently in his heart.

As for himself, it doesn't matter. Nongken Town is a vast world, and he feels that he can make a big difference.

The two of them had their own thoughts and talked for a while before Zhu Xiu sent him out of the house.

Go all the way to the mansion gate.

A sneaky figure followed them all the way, his eyes always falling on Xu Xuan.

Su Zhenchang, a Cao official, hid at the corner of the corridor and watched Zhu Xiu send Xu Xuan away.

"It's so similar, it's so similar!" Su Zhenchang watched Xu Xuan get into the carriage from a distance, looking shocked and suspicious.

"Are the previous rumors about Jiangnan true? If that's true?"

Su Zhenchang's gloomy eyes were erratic, and she quietly retracted her figure.

(End of this chapter)