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There was silence in the study room, except for Minx who was completely dumbfounded and couldn't understand, everyone else had somewhat weird expressions on their faces.

Everyone knows what Nangong Wuji said. In fact, there are not many people in the land of China who don't know the life story of this old man. Even the old man Aguris who just crossed the sea from the continent of Europe is learning from Xiao Xia. When China was in a state of affairs, they all listened carefully to these legendary stories.

But when these legendary stories were told by the old man himself, they felt too strange. The words were light and natural, and the tone was calm. The old farmer came to slowly talk about his ordinary life.That seems to be two completely different stories from the epic epics that they heard and thought of before.And a sense of sincerity made this story that sounded so plain and weird, and the result was known in advance, not so boring. Nangong Wuji's voice was soothing and unwavering, but pleasant and soft, like a slowly flowing clear spring.It's also like a child who is completely ignorant of the world is seriously telling a plain story that he has just experienced. Even if it is not exciting and interesting, people can clearly feel every emotion he put into it.

It seems that Nangong Wuji has never used any self-proclaimed words. At his age and status, it seems more appropriate to call him an old man, but he always uses 'I'.I do what I want, I do what I want, without any extra things, and even the status of monarch and minister, which is the most important thing in Confucianism, does not reflect the slightest taste in his mouth. Just acquaintances he knew.

As he himself said before.He is not a sage, nor is he an incomparable national scholar.He's not even considered a Confucianist, he's just himself.

"...Mr. Wuji. You are such an interesting person, very interesting and very kind." Mingyue was the first to speak, she looked at Nangong Wuji and smiled.Originally, she rarely took the initiative to speak to others. "People who can live their own lives are very charming and interesting." Mingyue's black and white eyes are clear and sparkling like waves in a lake.She grabbed Xiao Xia's arm next to her and shook it. "Just like Taoist Xia."

"It's really rare for this Mingyue girl to have such a vision. This Qingfeng Daoist must not let down such a beautiful woman's vision." Nangong Wuji gave Mingyue a meaningful look, then raised his head. Laughing, Xiao Xia could only scratch her head in embarrassment.

The old Argulis next to him seemed to have sorted out his mind at this time, took a deep breath, and said slowly: "God can't actually give us the truth and answers. He just gives us a direction to find the truth and answers, and the truth and answers are not Not in other places, but it has always been buried in our hearts. These are the words of a very controversial theologian in the history of our continent. I think this is also a portrayal of you. You don’t need to deliberately pursue justice and truth, truth And justice has gradually become one with your heart in the life and choices you have experienced."

"There is no other way of learning, just please rest assured. It turns out that there are great sages in the Euro Continent who know this truth." Nangong Wuji nodded slightly. "There are sages in the east and sages in the west, and the heart is the same."

"That's why you told Tianhe Warrior to seek his own truth and justice, isn't it?"

Nangong Wuji nodded.

After a long while of silence.The old man Aguris shook his head: "But I still don't agree with your approach. I still stick to my previous question. If you are an ordinary old man, your guidance is of course very good, but the lofty status and power you have , even if you are willing to give up. But in fact, as long as you want, you can have unparalleled power in this empire at any time. Why don't you make good use of the huge influence you have to let truth and justice be manifested. At least it is convenient for everyone people to seek truth and justice.”

Nangong Wuji pondered for a while, then smiled slightly: "Because I can only do so much. I have done everything I can." Before the old man Aguris could speak, he continued: "This is the words of Master Xuanxuanzi. Because dozens of Years ago, I also asked Master Xuanxuanzi a similar question to this Mr. Aguris. At that time, I still did not understand the meaning of Xuanxuanzi, but after so many years, I gradually understood, and now I can only answer this way gone."

"After rushing to the Xidi camp, beheading the three major shamans and several chieftains and forcing the Xidi army to retreat to the northwest outside the Great Wall, no one questioned Xuanxuanzi's No. 1 real person in the world. The most recognized master in the world, after this incident, he will be the real No.1 in the world, whether it is cultivation or fame. In addition, there was chaos in the temple at that time, and people's hearts were broken. The real Xuanxuanzi ascended the height and he would definitely respond The crowd is like a cloud. The more than forty people who survived the Xidi camp together are all elites of various sects and sects. They are first-class masters in the world. It is a tremendous force. It can be said that as long as the real Xuanxuanzi is willing, it is not difficult to set up a new dynasty without the Zhao family. So I also asked the real Xuanxuanzi at that time, why not take advantage of the situation to set up another emperor to calm the world and gather people's hearts, so that The chaotic world of wars and strife is completely over. Or at least choose one of the Zhao family's second and third children to assist them to ascend the throne so as to prevent them from continuing to fight. But Xuanxuanzi told me at the time that he had done everything he could do. "

"I didn't understand at the time. The question I asked was probably similar to that of the old man Argulis. He asked him why he didn't save the common people from the fire and water when he had such a status and ability. Master Xuanxuanzi said that I was just A samurai, a Taoist priest in the mountains, He De, how can he save the common people in the world, I can only do what I can do. I can only do this, I have done everything I can do. I said why should you So self-effacing, Xuanxuanzi just laughed and said that the 72 sages who had three thousand disciples of Confucius just traveled around the world to give lectures, and they also suffered from Chen Cai. The Tao Te Ching also does not want to keep, and Sakyamuni preached everywhere and begged for food with his own hands. Even these three did not save the people from the fire and water. It can only stop there."

"The world is in chaos and people's hearts are broken, because the world is already at the time of chaos and collapse. The previous dynasty denounced all schools of thought for respecting Confucianism. When Confucius was respected as the most holy teacher, he had actually turned the road of Confucianism down." It is true that in a short period of time, it is unifying people's hearts and creating a great cause. Sealing Xidi demon god solved the disaster in the northwest for thousands of years, but it also planted the root of future disasters. Shackle people's hearts and minds with etiquette and ask everyone to go To be a saint without desires or desires, it is precisely the extremes of things that will be reversed and easily broken. The excessively restrained and suppressed human desires make the demon religion gradually grow, and finally get out of hand. This drink is a fixed number, from the concentration of people's hearts to prosperity It is already doomed to wither and perish at the time, such as the life and death of human beings, the day and night of the sky is the way of nature, so what is the use of my own strength? Even if it can calm the storm for a while as you said, it is also a temporary solution, and it will soon No matter how chaotic or turbulent it is. The establishment of this great cause is just a mess of people who are forced to gather together after settling their minds. How can anyone really believe in the set of monarchs and ministers? The so-called Zhao family is just a consolation introduced by the big families The empty airs of the common people, no matter who is the emperor of the Zhao family or a new one. The title of emperor and minister has long been like a wooden statue that has been trampled in the mud. Even if it is washed clean and stands there again, It’s been a long time since no one went to worship. The torrent of humanity is rolling down, and the general trend of the times is coming. Who can resist?”

"This is an inevitable process of the natural decay of civilization. Does that mean by the great mage Xuanxuanzi?" Aguris said suddenly. "In our European continent, after the destruction of the great magic empire Oyuro, some scholars and druids have similar views. It is the perfection and strength of the magic net that created the magic civilization for a while, and then the endless pursuit of magic. Specialized in research. The endless demand for resources has become the reason for the destruction of the Oyuro Empire."

Nangong Wuji nodded, and let out a long sigh: "Taoism talks about the cycle of heaven and nature, and everything has a time of formation, dwelling, and emptiness. The heavens regard all things as straw dogs, and the saints regard the people as straw dogs. It's not that they are ruthless, but stand up It’s too high to look too far and too deep. As a true Daoist master, Xuanxuanzi can draw his sword in anger and avoid temporary disasters for the Central Plains of Shenzhou, which is indeed enough.”

"Then why do you continue to do so much in the future? Since according to the truth of heaven that you understand, these are all natural evolution processes, and doing anything is futile, then why do you continue to do so much for this dynasty in the future? ?”

"It's very simple, because I can't see through it." Nangong Wuji smiled. "Xuanxuanzi is a Taoist expert, and I'm just an ordinary person. I always feel that there is something else I can do. Maybe this world can be better, so I will do it."

"In fact, you have indeed done remarkable deeds. I know that you have consolidated the rule of the empire and eliminated the crisis of coups and civil strife..."

"No, no, I didn't really do anything." Nangong Wuji spread his hands. "In the past few decades, I have been traveling here and there, and I have tried my best to maintain this mess. The essence behind it has not changed, and it has even become more and more serious. The major families and Jianghu sects are still colluding with each other. The government decrees are like waste paper, and Ying Shanwei has to do something behind the scenes. The Red Leaf Army in Yongzhou is still in dire straits..."

At the end, Nangong Wuji sighed: "I have been tired for so many years. Looking back on what I have done, I feel that I can barely do what Master Xuanxuanzi did that day, and say: I have done everything I can. What I asked for , from the very beginning, I was only able to say this sentence with a clear conscience. So, what truth and justice you want me to demonstrate, I really can’t do it, and I don’t know how to do it.”

After saying this sentence, Nangong Wuji didn't speak anymore, the old man Aguris also pondered silently, and the study room became quiet for a while.

After a while, Aguris finally stood up, bowed to Nangong Wuji, and said: "You are a great martyr with noble personality, I respect and understand what you have done, but please forgive me for not agreeing with you Views on truth and justice. Originally, I wanted to ask you about why the consul Mr. Liu didn’t execute those devil believers. But after listening to your words, I understand that it’s because you think their appearance is just a phenomenon, and It's not the root cause. Just like poisonous weeds can only be born when there is a suitable environment, but the natural evolution of the environment is powerless. So the consul is just trying to compromise as harshly as possible. You have broad and long-term vision and profound wisdom, but And trapped by the powerlessness of reality, I can only work in vain within my reach. But I always believe that there must be true truth and justice, and there must be a way to reveal them to the world and get rid of evil."

Nangong Wuji smiled indifferently: "You should also find your own truth and justice. No, it should be said that you are not on the road to find your own truth."

At this time, there was a knock on the door, and then a voice sounded outside: "Old Mr. Wuji, Mr. Liu said that the wine, water and meat are all ready. If you want to use it, please go along with the younger ones."

"The food and drink are all ready, why don't you invite the two Euro guests and the Tianhe warrior to enjoy it." Nangong Wuji raised his hand with a smile, and then turned to look at Xiaoxia. "However, Daoist Qingfeng, please hold on for a while, I have something to say to you."

Naturally, Xiao Xia only arched her hands to signal.Minks on the side was overjoyed after hearing Aguris' narration, cheered loudly, and turned to Nangong Wuji and said loudly: "Although I don't understand what you were arguing with the adults before, but I'm sure, you He is the best and nicest person I have ever met since I came to the Western Continent!"

After the two strong men, Tianhe Ghost and Minks, left with the old man Aguris, the study suddenly seemed much more spacious and cleaner.

Nangong Wuji sighed, looked at Xiao Xia meaningfully and smiled: "Actually, I came to Qingzhou this time because I heard about your stay in Jingzhou and wanted to see you. Fortunately, you haven't followed Old Ghost Xu and your master. Let's go to Yingzhou together."

"Mr. Wuji knows Mr. Xu?" Xiao Xia was a little surprised.

Nangong Wuji nodded: "Xu Zhengzhou was one of the 42 people who were killed from the army of Xidi along with Master Xuanxuanzi. His arm was also thrown into the hands of the Xidi people. I have seen it before, your master." one side."

"My master...is it also...?" Xiao Xia was a little dumbfounded.If it is said that a master with a profound cultivation level like the old man Xu Zhengzhou once fought side by side with the real Xuanxuanzi, it is not surprising, but the wild Taoist priest who sells talismans and deceives the rich people in the village like a master, will have to fight against the world's number one Xuanxuan It's really unbelievable that the real Xuanzi has anything to do with it.

Fortunately, Nangong Wuji still shook his head and said: "That's not true, it's just that he and Old Ghost Xu were good friends many years ago, and I met him by the way, he is a very interesting Taoist. If it wasn't for this time in Jingzhou You made such a mess, I never thought that after so many years, he would teach you such an interesting apprentice."

"Then...Mr. Wuji came to me this time for..." Xiao Xia vaguely guessed.

"That's right. In fact, I also came here for the Mi Luo Wan You True Talisman." Nangong Wuji nodded. "I just want to ask you, what do you plan to do after you have such a treasure?"

"I'm going to Yingzhou with Miss Mingyue to find my master and Mr. Xu." Xiao Xia said honestly. (To be continued..)