Daqin Zhentiansi

Chapter 173: Outside Yongtianzhou, all the lands of the Nine Continents were once Qin territory
Zhang Yuan didn't expect that Ji Yuntang would be willing to teach him painting skills.

Zhou Ru had martial arts classes in the afternoon, so Zhang Yuan stayed in Ji Yuntang's courtyard to learn calligraphy and painting from Ji Yuntang.

Although Ji Yuntang said that Confucianism and Taoism have no sectarianism, Zhang Yuan still respectfully bowed to Ji Yuntang, offered him a cup of tea, and called him "Teacher".

The one who is accomplished comes first. Ji Yuntang's calligraphy and painting skills are pure and profound. In Zhang Yuan's eyes, he can be a teacher.

Zhang Yuan did not hide his identity from Ji Yuntang. He was the acting captain of the Wuwei Yamen of Luyang Prefecture and the righteous Zhang Erhe, so he told everything he could.

Ji Yuntang didn't expect that the Mr. Zhang Er, who was very famous in the martial arts world, was actually Zhang Yuan, Zhang Shijiu.

However, Ji Yuntang is a martial arts student who lives in semi-seclusion. He doesn't care much about the affairs of the martial arts world or Zhang Yuan's identity.

A master of Confucianism and Taoism really doesn't need to care about these things.

According to Ji Yuntang, he entered the Taoist world through calligraphy and painting, and became a master of Confucianism and Taoism for more than twenty years.

In Yongtian Continent, spiritual energy is thin, the way of heaven is forbidden, and the Confucian and Taoist methods are the same as the methods of immortals and demons. They are all rootless water and their power is suppressed.

However, outside Yongtianzhou, the Confucian and Taoist methods will be just like what happened in the stone house just now, with swords and spears raining down in an instant.

Especially those calligraphy and paintings by ancient great Confucian scholars who have reached the level of Taoism, are treasures that can compete with the magical treasures of immortals.

Ji Yuntang had no reservations about Zhang Yuan. He explained and demonstrated everything from brush and ink techniques to the skills and levels of understanding the artistic conception.

In terms of inheritance, Confucianism and Taoism are indeed more enlightened than martial arts and other spiritual practices.

To achieve merit, to make statements, and to establish virtues. To make statements means to compile one's own insights from practice into a book, spread it, and provide a basis for others to practice.

This cannot be achieved whether it is the martial arts or the immortal or demonic ways.

Ji Yuntang taught seriously, so Zhang Yuan naturally learned seriously.

He did not seek to become a great scholar, but only to master painting skills and the insights of Taoism.

As the beads of enlightenment shattered one by one, his originally weak skills rapidly became more mature.

This kind of growth made Ji Yuntang sigh with emotion more than once.

In fact, it was because he saw that Zhang Yuan had extraordinary talent that he wanted to teach him the skills. However, he did not expect that Zhang Yuan's talent was countless times better than he thought.

Ji Yuntang not only teaches calligraphy and painting, but also shares his insights on spiritual practice.

"read more, walk more."

"Outside of Yongtian Continent, all the lands of the Nine Continents were once Qin territory."

"I've traveled across several continents, battled immortal practitioners, slayed demons with my ink brush, and summoned wind and rain with my words. How blissful it was..."

Chenzhou is freezing cold and rich in frost jade.

In Yang Tianzhou, where immortality is rampant and countless sword cultivators practice sword techniques.

Tengzhou is a place occupied by demons and is wreaked havoc with all kinds of demonic methods.

The Buddhist sect occupied Liangzhou, the demon clan occupied Xuzhou, and the Qingtianzhou was in chaos...

"When you set foot on the Northern Great Wall, you will understand the sacrifices made by our ancestors of the Great Qin."

Ji Yuntang looked up with a tired look on his face and spoke softly.

Zhang Yuan nodded.

He will go to the legendary Great Wall in the North.

"By the way, Zuo Qiuren has seen your painting and has been looking for you."

Ji Yuntang smiled, with a hint of pride.

"He also has good intentions. He is worried that you will enter the Dao before achieving enlightenment, and your soul and body will not be able to withstand the power of the Dao."

Having said this, his expression turned serious.

"You have a foundation in the Xiantian realm of martial arts, so carrying the Great Dao is not a problem. However, you must be careful and proceed step by step. Don't be greedy and reckless, and don't be confused by the Great Dao."

"Back then, Wang Mengxi was too intelligent, so he entered the Dao but couldn't carry it through. Ultimately, his wisdom didn't last long."

Ji Yuntang shook his head regretfully and looked at Zhang Yuan, who had a calm expression. "Don't take it lightly. Even if your body can withstand it, your soul power cannot withstand the attack of the Great Dao."

"Refining the soul is an extremely slow process. We Confucians and Taoists have spent decades just to polish it..."

Zhang Yuan knew that what Ji Yuntang said was true.

The cultivation of the spirit and soul is the most difficult and slowest of all cultivation methods.

However, he has his own way of tempering his soul, so there is no need to worry. Moreover, he also has the Jade Buddha Bodhi Seed that can enhance the power of his soul and differentiate it.

Thinking of this, he took out a bean from his pocket and handed it to Ji Yuntang: "Teacher, this is a Jade Buddha Bodhi bean. It can separate the power of the soul and refine the soul."

Jade Buddha Bodhi seeds?
The name of this thing can be heard everywhere in the city recently.

Ji Yuntang took the Bodhi seed, sensed it with his soul, and a look of surprise appeared on his face.

"What a good baby..."

"I'll take this. This way, I won't take advantage of you. I have quite a few precious paintings and calligraphy in my collection. I'll give you some once I've sorted them out."

"Come to me when you have time these days, and I'll teach you everything I can."

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Zhao's Villa.

Ying Chong stood with his hands behind his back, an expression of uncontrollable joy on his face.

The servants sent out reported that his sister's old friend was indeed communicating with Ji Xun Ji Yuntang, a martial arts student of Zhengyang County, a master of Confucianism and Taoism in the county, and an excellent calligrapher and painter.

When Zhao Yu walked into the courtyard, he saw Ying Chong and a look of confusion appeared on his face.

"Second brother, are you looking for me?"

Ying Chong turned around and looked at Zhao Yu intently.

Zhao Yu looked a little confused.

"Fourth girl, my eldest brother has found many talented people from all walks of life and is preparing to come to Zhengyang County City. He hopes to use their strength to revive the power of Prince Zhao's Mansion."

Ying Chong spoke softly, looking at Zhao Yu: "Fourth girl, you should understand what kind of bargaining chip Big Brother will promise, right?"

Bargaining chips.

Zhao Yu trembled all over and his face turned pale.

As a woman of the royal family, how could she not know?

Aren’t these royal women just bargaining chips?
Reaching out and gently patting Zhao Yu's shoulder, Ying Chong said softly, "Mr. Zuo Qiu has been giving martial arts lectures in the city these days. You should go and listen to them to relax."

"It seems your old friend is also studying martial arts? You can ask him to attend the class together."

Pretending to be casual, Ying Chong whispered, "Where did he come from?"

"Zhang——" Zhao Yu opened his mouth and paused.

She understood what her second brother meant. He was deliberately trying to find out Zhang Yuan's identity.

If my second brother knew that Zhang Yuan was just a military officer in the Wuwei Yamen of Luyang Prefecture, he probably wouldn't have such an attitude towards him, right?

It’s not that my second brother is snobbish and looks down on low-ranking military officers like Zhang Yuan, but as a member of the royal family, it is difficult for him to be free to make friends with anyone.

"Master Zhang, I understand. Second brother won't ask any more questions." Ying Chong smiled and waved his hand, then walked towards the back hall. After a few steps, he turned back and said, "I remember that Master Zhang promised to give me a painting this morning. If you go to see him, remember to bring it back."

"No matter how late you come back, remember to bring me the painting."

painting?
Zhao Yu saw some discarded paintings in Zhang Yuan's study.

But what does my second brother mean by this?
When did he meet Zhang Yuan?
……

After leaving the Zhao family villa, Zhao Yu arrived at Zhang Yuan's residence on Tangwai Street, but Zhang Yuan had not returned yet.

Mrs. Jiang knew that Zhao Yu was Zhang Yuan's friend, so she asked her to wait in the yard first.

"Mr. Zhao, I've retrieved Master Zhang's painting. The owner asked me to bring back a name card, saying this person wants to see Master Zhang."

"Mr. Zhao, look, I don't recognize the old man's name on this card."

Old man Wang, who brought back Zhang Yuan's framed painting of Spring Mountains and a business card, carefully took out the business card.

Zhao Yu took the name card and widened his eyes: "Mr. Zuoqiu?"

Mr. Zuoqiu actually left a visiting card for Zhang Yuan, wanting to meet Zhang Yuan?
why?
Why would a famous scholar in Zhengyang County want to meet a military officer like Zhang Yuan?

Turning his gaze to the framed scroll, Zhao Yu untied the rope in confusion and slowly unfolded it.

"Spring Mountain Picture!"

(End of this chapter)