The Moon in the Qin Dynasty

Chapter 237: Fu Nian
Li Si smiled and said, "Brother, you are joking. Your knowledge is ten times better than mine. I must be reluctant to let you go. I guess I want to give you some special treatment."

Han Fei smiled bitterly and waved his hands repeatedly: "Teacher, how can I have the energy for this? Today, Senior Brother really pissed me off. For the next period of time, he will definitely make things difficult for me."

Li Si laughed loudly and suddenly asked, "Brother, you still want to go back to Korea, right?"

Han Fei sighed in his heart, smiled and replied: "Korea is my motherland, my home. Where else can I go if not home?"

Li Si looked at Han Fei, his senior brother whom he had always envied and jealous of, but now he didn't envy or hate him at all.

He was born into a noble family and enjoyed all the wealth of the royal family, but when it was time to take responsibility, he had to take it, no matter whether he could bear it or not.

He always has more concerns.

Li Si felt both relieved and sighed in his heart. He was relieved that he had one less powerful opponent, but sighed that his senior brother had chosen a dead end.

The two men had known each other for several years, eating, living and having the same teacher. Although Han Fei was a bit cynical, he was not a disgusting person. On the contrary, he was a likable and respectable person. How could Li Si not have any feelings for him?
Li Si spoke slowly: "Brother, sometimes after trying, if something is really impossible, giving up may not necessarily be a bad thing, and it is not cowardice."

Han Fei laughed and said, "Thank you for your advice, Junior Brother. With your talent, you will surely become famous and wealthy. If you ever fall into poverty, I will go to you. Junior Brother, please don't look down on me as a drunkard."

Li Si knew it was a joke, so he laughed and replied, "Junior brother, I will accept your blessing. If you need anything, I will do my best to help you."

Han Fei bowed and said, "Thank you very much, Junior Brother. I wish you success and a smooth journey."

Li Si returned the greeting: "Thank you, Senior Brother. I also wish you all the best."

"Well, and I can go home early."

The two looked at each other and laughed.

After this separation, I really don’t know what it will be like when the two brothers meet again.

Before Li Si left Xiaoshengxianzhuang, another person came to visit him. It was the current Confucian leader of Xiaoshengxianzhuang, Duanmu Jingde.

Duanmu Jingde is in his fifties this year. He is an old man with a crown on his forehead, a wide belt, and a beard that reaches his chest.

Although he is old, he does not look old at all and has a handsome appearance. He is always serious and has a solemn expression, and he is intimidating without even getting angry.

He was a Confucian master who was well-versed in both ancient and modern times and was knowledgeable and intelligent. His reputation in Confucianism was second only to Xunzi and Ran Hong today. His ancestor was the famous Duanmu Ci.

At the same time, he was also Xunzi's senior brother. Xunzi entered Xiaoshengxianzhuang later, so even though Xunzi was older, he was still just a junior brother.

Similarly, because Xunzi's teachings were quite unorthodox to Confucianism, it was certainly impossible for him to be the head of Confucianism.

Of course, Xunzi didn't care either.

Li Si met Duanmu Jingde and bowed respectfully: "Greetings, Uncle Master."

Duanmu Jingde was unusually gentle, smiling: "Tonggu is here."

A young man with a calm and composed face, handsome appearance, and a dignified and elegant temperament also stepped forward and bowed: "Hello, Senior Brother." Li Si returned the greeting and nodded with a smile: "Hello, Junior Brother."

Li Si looked at Duanmu Jingde and said respectfully, "I wonder what Master Uncle wants to see me about?"

Duanmu Jingde said: "I heard that you wanted to go west to join Qin. I wonder if this is true or not?"

Li Si nodded and said, "Indeed, I have already reported this to the teacher, and the teacher has given his approval and has written a letter of recommendation for me."

Duanmu Jingde nodded and said with a smile: "What a coincidence. Your Junior Brother Fu Nian has also made some achievements in his studies. I have heard for a long time that the King of Qin has favored him. Now he also wants to go to Qin. If he has the opportunity, he also wants to make some contributions to the people of the world."

"The journey is long. You are all from Xiaoshengxian Manor, so you can go together and take care of each other along the way."

Li Si remained silent.

Duanmu Jingde went on to say, "I have a long history with Master Nian Duan, and I am also familiar with Master Nian Duan. My youngest daughter Duanmu Rong is even more fortunate to be Master Nian Duan's disciple. I have prepared a letter for him, asking Master Nian Duan to help introduce him to someone."

"There are many knowledgeable people in the world, and many talented people from the Hundred Schools have entered Qin. Qin Confucianism also has Master Ran Hong. Our Little Sage Manor is much slower than him. You are inexperienced, so you still need to help each other, so that others will not look down on our Little Sage Manor."

"When you go to Qin, go visit Master Nian Duan first. Master Nian Duan is not only highly respected in the world, but also has an extraordinary status in Qin. In Qin, if there is anything, Master Nian Duan's words are useful."

Fu Nian is fine, his teacher has already explained it.

Li Si keenly sensed that something was wrong. Nian Duan's name was naturally known to everyone in the world today. It was said that Master Nian Duan was in charge of the Imperial Hospital in Qin State and the Medical College of Xianyang Academy. It was said that the doctors and even half of the farmers were under the control of Master Nian Duan.

These are things that everyone knows, but they have little to do with political affairs. However, listening to what the leader said, there must be something in his words that I don't know.

But what the leader said was right, it is always better to have a helper than to fight alone. Fu Nian is a Confucian who follows the kingly way. Qin already has the Ran Hong faction, so he won't cause any big waves if he goes there. Although he is a Confucian in name, he is actually a legalist. Qin follows the Legalist way, so Qin is a good place for him to display his talents. Fu Nian poses no threat, so it would be a waste if he doesn't use the leader's connections.

However, I still need to ask about Master Nian Duan's situation.

Li Si made up his mind and replied respectfully: "Master, you are right. I am a talented person who you have carefully trained. No one in the younger generation of Xiaoshengxianzhuang can match my talent. I am sure that I will have a bright future. It is my disciple's blessing to be able to go to Qin with you."

Duanmu Jingde smiled and said, "Tonggu is too modest. Your talent and knowledge are truly unrivaled in Xiaoshengxianzhuang. Fu Nian still needs to study hard, and he still needs experience."

Fu Nian said modestly: "Senior brother is a man of noble character, profound knowledge, and has always been diligent and studious. All of these are worthy of my learning. I hope that you will give me more guidance in the future."

Li Si quickly replied, "No, no, we are from the same family, so we should encourage each other and make progress together."

Before leaving, Li Si went to say goodbye to Xunzi and wanted to ask about Master Nian Duan.

When Li Si saw Xunzi, he bowed respectfully and said, "Teacher, I am leaving now."

Xunzi looked at Li Si and sighed softly: "Go, and have a safe journey."

Li Si hesitated for a moment and said softly, "Disciple has something else I want to ask you, Master."

(End of this chapter)