Achieving the Dao from the Hundred Schools of Thought

Chapter 13 Confucius Transmits the Dharma

Confucius stroked his beard, looking somewhat pleased with himself.

"In today's world, only you and I have established our own schools of thought."

"If we are talking about how to teach people to cultivate themselves, looking back over the past five thousand years, I should be the first."

Zhuang Weiyang clapped repeatedly, drawing a look of disdain from Ying Zheng standing beside her.

"Please speak, Master."

Confucius was quite pleased and smiled.

Another praise from the Hundred Schools of Thought, even with three thousand disciples praising him daily, could not prevent Confucius from feeling proud.

"In cultivating the Mind Realm, ordinary practitioners enter the Dao through techniques."

"Based on the teachings of sages, diligently study the thoughts of our predecessors until the fire of our hearts grows strong and we see our true nature."

"However, the methods used by the Hundred Schools of Thought to pave the way are somewhat different."

Upon hearing this, Zhuang Weiyang couldn't help but feel a surge of excitement.

I have been practicing for several days, but I do not know how to improve my skills.

He possesses the skills of a military strategist, yet his mana bar is pitifully short.

Now I finally know how to cultivate myself!

"Please teach me, sir!"

Confucius pressed his hands down, gesturing for calm, and continued:

"To understand one's own mind is to realize one's true nature."

"Those who pioneered the path of cultivation had already given the answer from their own hearts when they embarked on their journey of self-cultivation."

"If you act according to your heart, the fire within you will naturally grow stronger."

"When you understand everything and truly comprehend what you are thinking, you will naturally be able to see your true nature through the fire of your heart and enter the second stage."

Zhuang Weiyang murmured, "It's that simple?"

"Knowing is easy, doing is hard."

Upon hearing this news, Zhuang Weiyang's excitement was immediately dampened.

Despite being transported from another world, Zhuang Weiyang's values remain rooted in her past life.

When you step into a certain realm, your true nature makes your thoughts very clear.

Young man, if you can't stand this world, go change it!

How can a mere cultivator at the first level change this world?

Ying Zheng, who was standing nearby, looked at Zhuang Weiyang with concern when he saw that she remained silent.

After a moment, Zhuang Weiyang composed herself, forced a smile at Ying Zheng, and her expression returned to normal. She made up her mind:

Now that the road ahead is clear, we must keep moving forward, no matter how rugged the path may be.

If the overall situation cannot be changed, then start with small things.

In Suzhou, strongmen abound, making it difficult to get things done.

But once you arrive in Zuili, you will surely have the opportunity to realize your ambitions.

Thinking of this, Zhuang Weiyang's anticipation for going to Zuili intensified.

Seeing that Zhuang Weiyang remained silent, Confucius said nothing more.

The path paved by a hundred schools of thought is as difficult as ascending to heaven.

Even he didn't have a better solution.

He also hoped to see the human race gain another member of the Hundred Schools of Thought.

"Weiyang, you must walk the path of cultivation on your own, but I can teach you one technique for protecting your path."

Zhuang Weiyang's eyes lit up, and she quickly said:

"Please, Master, impart the Dharma."

Confucius shook his head and, under Zhuang Weiyang's puzzled gaze, explained:

"Try to learn too many techniques at once, or you'll end up not mastering them. Tell me what techniques you want to learn first, and I'll teach you according to your aptitude."

Zhuang Weiyang was overjoyed.

Custom-made is great.

"Master, all the methods I have learned are those of military strategy and tactics. I have mastered three of the four arts of the Sage of War, and I have also learned the art of military tactics."

Confucius pondered for a moment before deciding which doctrine to pass on.

"The Four Arts of the Military Sage are sufficient for offense and defense, but they have one drawback."

"Only after mastering the three arts can one comprehend the most important one: the Forest Arts!"

"This leads to the fact that before the three arts are perfected, the art of the military strategist is too brutal and difficult to master and integrate."

"My supernatural power, the 'Six Arts of the Gentleman,' has evolved into six techniques. I will now pass on to you the 'Road' technique."

"The art of charioteering originated from the art of military charioteering, but the military charioteers were more inclined to control monsters and chariots, while the Confucian school innovated and also explored the ability to harmonize magic and techniques."

"Would you like to learn?"

Zhuang Weiyang nodded repeatedly. Of course, she had to learn this kind of tailor-made technique.

Unfortunately, his unorthodox cultivation method was not properly controlled.

With this technique, your efficiency in grinding proficiency will definitely be greatly improved.

Zhuang Weiyang stood up and respectfully performed a disciple's salute.

"Please teach me, teacher!"

They have already acted as teachers, imparting knowledge, teaching skills, and resolving doubts.

Calling someone "Master" again would be disrespectful.

"Okay, okay, okay."

Confucius smiled and nodded, raised his hand, extended two fingers, and a pure white light gathered at his fingertips.

"go!"

A white light flew out and landed between Zhuang Weiyang's eyebrows.

[You have grasped the art of "Confucianism and Taoism" - Control]

The techniques of Confucianism and Taoism—specifically, the art of "control"—are refined through the lens of the mind (and the I Ching).

【Master (1/10000): You are skilled in driving various vehicles and using various weapons, and you are also more adept at using magic.】

As the system notification sounded, a jumble of memories simultaneously flooded Zhuang Weiyang's mind.

Methods for maintaining warhorses.

They held their swords in a hand gesture.

The secrets to switching between techniques.

……

Many memories flashed by, and Zhuang Weiyang seemed to have learned a lot, but upon closer reflection, it seemed like there wasn't much to it.

"Alright, I will pass on the technique to you, but the technique is only a simplification of supernatural powers. If you want to master it, you still need to learn the related knowledge."

"You had a good dream. I will give you lessons every night from now on."

Before Zhuang Weiyang could even recover from learning the new techniques, she suddenly heard Confucius speak, and her smile froze on her face.

Ying Zheng, who was standing next to him, couldn't help but laugh.

Who would like to have classes at night?

If one is a Confucian or Taoist practitioner who excels at earnest teaching, then one will be the foremost educator of the future.

You can still audit this class.

Confucius was even more pleased to see Ying Zheng laughing.

They're all promising talents.

He is delighted to learn, much better than Zilu!

"Zhao Qin, you need to listen carefully too."

"Since you haven't yet embarked on the path, it's always good to learn more."

The smile didn't disappear.

Then the gaze returned to Zhuang Weiyang's face.

Zhuang Weiyang smiled broadly and bowed to Zhao Qin beside her.

"Young Master Zhao, you have concealed much before. This dream-like supernatural power belongs to Wei Yang."

"The other day, my supernatural powers triggered on their own, summoning you here. It was Wei Yang's fault."

"From now on, we will be classmates, so we should get along well. If there is anything you don't understand in your studies, you can discuss it with us at any time."

Hahahaha.

Zhao Qin quickly returned the greeting, saying that he didn't mind at all.

Seeing that the two were getting along well, Confucius on the platform did not interrupt.

After a moment, Confucius coughed twice and began to teach.

"Alas, a journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step."

"Let's begin today's lesson with etiquette."

"In ancient times..."

Zhuang Weiyang used her left hand under the table to activate the Three Arts of the Military Sage and the newly learned Art of Control.

I can also use this opportunity to distract myself from the lecture.

This is a built-in skill.

……

As dawn broke, Zhuang Weiyang finally emerged from her dream.