The sun shone on Kong Qiu's face, chubby as an apple, but serious, and bowed solemnly to A Niu. Suddenly, A Niu jumped up from the position of the monarch, pointed to Kong Qiu's back and smiled. He was just about to speak when Kong Qiu looked up and glared at him, saying, "How can a monarch leave his seat without observing etiquette when offering sacrifices? Still laughing, what a scandal! " A Niu ignored him and said with a smile, "What a strange man." Kong Qiu was about to say something, but he felt a pair of hands on his shoulder, and he couldn't help turning around.
At the moment when he looked back, Kong Qiu saw a face that he would never forget in his life. This face is like this: locks of hair are not tied together, and the forehead is full of wrinkles, but the lower part of the face is smooth, except for a scar about 5 cm on the left cheek, no beard, long eyebrows, a big round face like a washbasin and a big mouth. This is his face, look at his body: his clothes are so tattered that his left sleeve has disappeared. With a crumpled bag on his shoulder. My head, face and clothes are covered with dirt, as if I had just turned over the mound and climbed out again. Kong Qiu's face froze, but immediately calmed down, stroking the man's head and said, "Uncle, you must have walked a long way, right? Why else is your hair so messy? You must be from a barbarian area, otherwise how can you be so poor? " The man smiled, and two front teeth were sadly exposed and said, "What's your name, little friend?" Kong Qiu didn't answer, but asked, "Uncle, you haven't answered my question yet. It is impolite. " The man was shocked at once, turned to smile and replied, "Uncle did walk a long way, but he didn't come from a barbarian area. My uncle is so poor just because he can't manage money. " Ok, uncle has answered your question, please say your name. "
Kong Qiu said, "My name is Kong Qiu. I am six years old this year. " The man turned to A Niu again and said, "What about you?" A Niu took a step back and said, "My name is A Niu." The man said, "What were you playing just now?" "Out of courtesy," Kong Qiu smiled. "My mother taught me. Quite fun. " A Niu muttered, "It's not funny. If he is taller than me and can't beat him, I won't play this game. " Might as well play hide-and-seek "The man listened and said," Well, go home. I won't play today. "A Niu let out a whoop of joy and ran away. Kong Qiu said loudly, "No, the sacrifice is not over yet. How can we leave? " But the man suddenly grabbed his shoulder and couldn't move.
When A Niu walked away, the man let go. Kong Qiu immediately broke free and said loudly, "Why don't you let me chase him? I haven't finished the sacrifice yet. " The man didn't answer him, but asked, "Kong Qiu, do you like this game? Will you tell your uncle why? Now basically no children want to play this game, you see, A Niu doesn't like it. " Kong Qiu said deadpan, "My mother taught me this. My mother said that "Li" was formulated by two great saints, King Wen and Duke Zhou, and we should study hard. She also made up a' Li Rong' game for me to play, which was obviously fun, but they just didn't like it. " Say that finish Kong Qiu pursed mouth.
With a sneer, the man said loudly, "All the articles about the King of Zhou and all the gifts are lies; It's hateful that children don't understand anything and are still pretending here! " Say that finish, a face became ferocious and horrible, staring at Kong Qiu. Although it was in broad daylight, Kong Qiu turned and ran in fright. Hardly had I reached the corner when I was caught by a man. Looking up, it is a sign of mother.
Kong Qiu this just set to god. I just heard my mother say, "What's this gentleman's name? Why do you scare children like this in the street? " Look at the man again at this moment, and he has returned to normal. When he heard about Chen Uen, he seemed embarrassed. He bowed his head to Zheng and said, "Madam, I'm sorry. I lost my temper just now, and I really have my own difficulties. Please forgive me. " This is your son, isn't it? I think although he is a child, he plays very gracefully, so I will say a few more words. Excuse me, madam, have you taught your son the game? "
Zheng Zai smiled and said, "That's what I taught." The man turned red and bowed to Zheng Zai, saying, "Madam is really a person of great wisdom and virtue; But I have one thing to say. As a smart lady, you should know that all countries in the world are trying to develop their economies and strengthen their national strength. What they need is practical talents. Etiquette can no longer meet the needs of the times. Warlords intrigue against each other, and only debaters and counselors will be popular. There is no future for children to learn the Book of Rites. " Zheng sank his face and said, "Sir, this is not right. Although I am a woman, I also know that the most important thing in life is to have a clear conscience. Practicality and truth are not the same concept; Although the Book of Rites is weak for the time being, it represents the conscience of today's world, and is in charge of both ends of social life with the popular science of profit-seeking. The original ceremony is in danger of being submerged. How can I stand by and watch this society be swallowed up by cigar smoke? Listening to Mr. Wang's extraordinary speech, he must also be an intellectual. Haven't you heard the phrase' intellectuals are the conscience of society'? " Say that finish, sign in and pull Kong Qiu home.
After walking a dozen paces, I heard a shout from behind: "Madam, stop!" " The man looked back and said, "This child's surname is Liming, also known as Lao Dan. Please forgive my offended words just now. Although the child is incompetent, he knows a little manners and is willing to guide your son. Although your wife is a great sage, I'm afraid she doesn't know Zhou Li as well as that boy. "
To tell the truth, I have only a little knowledge of The Book of Rites, and it is only a good wish for Kong Qiu to learn it. I have been worried that I can't find a good teacher to teach my children. I was really happy to hear this, and I quickly returned a gift, trying to hold back, but I still couldn't help laughing. Said, "Then please Mr. Li."
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A week later, due to the teacher's guidance, Kong Qiu learned quickly and was happy and excited all day. He was very happy to see it, and Li Er praised him, and his ugly and gloomy face gradually gained luster. Yan Zhizi sewed him another dress and bought him a toothbrush and soap. Dressed up, Li Er gradually showed his gentle side, and naturally revealed an aristocratic atmosphere between his words and manners. Let Yan Zhi in very surprised.
This afternoon, Yan Zhizai finished weaving and went to Kong Qiu's study. Seeing them resting, he said, "Mr. Li has worked hard these days. Mr. Li's knowledge is so profound that he should study at home? "
Li Erzheng's smiling face suddenly darkened, revealing a very painful expression. He lowered his head and let go of Kong Qiu's hand on his shoulder, saying nothing. Zheng zai quickly said, "I'm sorry, Mr. Li." I was about to quit when Li Er said, "Mrs. Kong, please wait a moment." Zheng stopped. "Mrs. Kong, I have lived in your home for more than a week, but I haven't told you my background. It's really rude. I'll tell my wife today. "
Li Er was born in a big family in Shandong and received a good education since childhood. His parents wanted him to be the heir of his family, so they hired the best teacher, Zhou Li, to learn the Six Arts and all kinds of qualities that a noble must possess for him. Li Er didn't let his parents down. 16, 17 years old became the most famous learned man in the aristocratic circle, known as the "Star of Zhou Rites", "Revival" and "Duke of Zhou Second". Li er himself is very proud, and he is bent on promoting the ceremony that has been neglected among the nobles of various countries and restoring its former glory. But just when he was full of ambition, something changed.
Dr. Zhong Bi, the political enemy of the Li family, is a staunch anti-ritualist. He used to be a big businessman. He was made a doctor because he built a lot of water conservancy projects for Lu Guojun. He always encouraged lujun to improve the status of businessmen, but he was resolutely opposed by the old nobles headed by Li Er's father. Zhongmi wanted to destroy the Li family, but he never had a chance.
As an adult, Lu Jun held a grand hunting activity. In this activity, Zhong You instructed one of his archers to shoot an arrow next to lujun .. Afterwards, lujun traced the matter, and Zhong Mi instructed his men to falsely accuse Li Er's father. In this way, the Li family suffered a fatal blow. Li Er's father was beheaded, and his mother soon died of grief. Li Er escaped from Lu.
At first, Li Er didn't despair. Apart from sadness, he just wants to go to other countries to pursue his ideal and realize his great revenge. But he has traveled to many countries, and few monarchs are willing to carry out his policies. Even if there are one or two small countries, they will fail in a short time.
In a small country called Kun, he clashed with a group of political opponents in power, and was defeated, almost losing his life and leaving a scar on his face. This disheartened Li Er, who no longer wanted to ask about politics, just wanted to return to Shandong and die in his hometown. I was robbed by a gang of robbers outside Qufu, so I tore off my left sleeve. After entering the city, I met Kong Qiu and A Niu playing games together.
Kong Qiu's persistence and self-confidence in etiquette reminded him of his boyhood, rekindled a glimmer of hope in his heart, and took the initiative to teach Kong Qiu's etiquette course.
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Li Er has lived in Kong Qiu's house for half a year, and there are more and more gossips outside. Yan zhizai finally couldn't bear loneliness and began to seduce men. Yan Zhizi doesn't care. Kong Qiu was once besieged by a group of children outside, saying that he was the son of merry widow. Kong Qiu, relying on his height, rushed out. When I got home, I sobbed and told my mother that Li Er was here, and I was depressed.
The next afternoon, when Zheng Zheng went to Li Erfang to find him for dinner, he found that the room was empty and clean, and there was a piece of paper on the table, which read:
"Your son studied under Li Er," said Lady Kong. "。 It has been more than half a year, and his art has become complete; Li Er has something to do recently, and he dare not resign. Please forgive me. "
Zheng zai watched it for a long time. Didn't speak.