Ma Jiamen: I was forced to fight for supremacy

Chapter 136: Accepting a Disciple on Behalf of the Master, the Heart Saint Disciple

The Jixia Academy, the major Confucian lecture halls, and the library were all filled with Confucian scholars and teachers discussing with each other and reading books.

"Which sage said these four sentences? Why have I never heard of them?"

"Don't worry, let me think about it. Confucian scholar? Sage of calligraphy? Sage of the heart?..."

"Let's go to the library..."

Finally, Ma Zhan's fish took the bait. Amid the noisy discussion, there was a hint of desire in Kong Hyo-hyun's calm voice.

"I wonder if any sage or wise man, who is good at discussing the Dao, could offer me some guidance."

Ma Zhan was delighted, as he was waiting for your curiosity.

"It's noisy here. I hope you can find a place for just the two of us."

"Can..."

Kong Hyo-hyun raised his hand and waved, and Ma Zhan felt as if his eyes were blinded by a white mist.

The next moment, he and Kong Hyo-hyun were surrounded by something like a gray curtain.

The two of them were still sitting opposite each other, and Kong Hyo-hyun spoke.

"This is my old man, the Confucian scholar. No one will disturb me here."

"I really doubt that you are not a student, but rather a cultivator."

Ma Zhan smiled slightly: "Sir, how about we make a deal?"

Without waiting for Kong Xiaoxian to speak, Ma Zhan continued.

"Sir, there's no need to rush to refuse. Listen to my bargaining chips first."

Ma Zhan imitated the way Confucian scholars recited books in TV dramas.

"At birth, human nature is good; natures are close, but habits separate them... Speak the words of the sages, and prepare the rituals and music..."

I have memorized all the Three Character Classic that I can remember. It doesn’t matter if I recited it in reverse order or made up some parts that I forgot. The overall meaning has not changed.

Anyway, there is no "Three Character Classic" in this world.

Looking at Kong Hyo-hyun again, she no longer has the calmness she had before.

Seeing the undisguised desire in his eyes, Ma Zhan knew that success was just around the corner.

"Three Character Classic" stirred up huge waves in Kong Hyo-hyun's heart.

It draws on a wide range of materials and allusions, including culture, history, philosophy, humanity, righteousness, loyalty, filial piety, chastity and righteousness, and is rich in content.

The so-called great way is simplicity, with three words in a sentence, two words in a rhyme, and it is easy to remember.

Even young children can memorize it unconsciously by reading it aloud in a rhyming pattern.

After Ma Zhan finished reciting, he cleared his slightly hoarse throat.

"Sir, this passage is called the Three Character Classic. I wonder if it can help me understand the great principles of Confucianism."

'Hehe, if you dare to say it's of no help, I'll go to the Confucian Temple and sue you.

When a school of thought preaches, to whom does it preach? To future generations.

The world's huge children's market, especially the civilian children's market, cannot be developed.

It is because the knowledge taught by one family is too profound and the threshold for learning is too high for children and their families to accept.

Do you want the ready-made killer weapon? Just spread it by word of mouth like a folk song.

In the mountains, in the fields, and under the shade of trees, there are Confucian disciples everywhere. Do you want to contribute to the achievements of this school?'

Kong Hyo-hyun stood up, straightened his clothes, and gave a scholarly salute to Ma Zhan.

"Sir, would you please join my Confucian school? I am willing to accept you as my disciple..."

Ma Zhan waved his hand and stopped Kong Xiaoxian from continuing.

“Sir, I said it was a deal.

You should have memorized all of the Three Character Classic. It only needs a few minor modifications and it will be yours.

I have come to discuss the Dao, and all I need is your nod on behalf of Confucianism."

Kong Hyo-hyun turned around with difficulty, and Ma Zhan caught a trace of pain in his eyes.

"Those who discuss the Dao are exceptionally talented and learned, and our Jixia Academy's Confucianism recognizes this.

However, I cannot do such a thing as plagiarizing other people's works."

'You are aloof. Is this the character of a scholar?

Whether you want to plagiarize or not, it's enough for me to just pass your test...'

"Could you please tell me who wrote these four lines from the lecture hall and the sutra?"

Ma Zhan's secret joy was interrupted by Kong Xiaoxian's words.

If he had known this problem would arise, he wouldn't have panicked at all.

When Ma Zhan recalled his past life, he couldn't help but feel a deep sense of longing.

"I once strayed into a secret realm, a vast world.

It was a world of splendid articles, as beautiful as the brocade of the stars.

In that world, every child can start school as soon as they turn three years old.

Even if you are in your seventies, there are special schools.

I can never forget every word, every work, and every story from that world. . . ”

As Ma Zhan described it, Kong Hyo-hyun's expression was filled with longing.

"Great Harmony World~"

After an unknown amount of time, some stars twinkled in Ma Zhan's eyes.

Kong Hyo-hyun made some kind of decision and then bowed to Ma Zhan again.

"Thank you sir."

Kong Hyo-hyun waved his hand again, and the two returned to the lecture hall.

The Confucian scholars in the lecture hall had already quieted down, sitting there politely, waiting for the teacher to return.

Kong Xiaoxian took Ma Zhan and many Confucian scholars to the Confucian Temple Square inside the Jixia Academy.

He first bowed to the Confucian Temple as a disciple, then looked at the crowd and announced loudly:

"Ma Zhan, the man who discusses the Dao, has added literary value to the younger generation of Confucian scholars. Today, I, Kong Xiaoxian, accept a disciple on behalf of my master.

From now on, Ma Zhan is a disciple of the Confucian Saint.

Those who discuss the Dao discuss the Confucian school, and they are the winners.”

As soon as he finished speaking, Kong Hyo-hyun took off the jade ring from his waist and stuffed it into the hands of Ma Zhan, who was looking confused.

"boom..."

The Confucian scholars present were furious.

"What's going on? He has become our junior uncle."

"Did I hear it wrong..."

"The gentleman said it himself, you should have heard it correctly."

Kou Ping: "What's going on? He's my military disciple. You, Old Kong, are going too far."

At the gate of Jixia Academy, the eagle wished it could grow an extra pair of wings for fear that it could not fly fast enough.

The flying sword of communication almost pierced the carrier crow's butt, and the communication channel in the air almost caused a car accident.

The people standing outside the door also had different expressions, and the one with the most interesting expression was Ma Qi.

'My eldest nephew has suddenly become my junior uncle...'

Ma Wu and Ma Jiu looked at Ma Qi at the same time, then smiled at each other and became even happier.

Ma Zhan was holding the jade ring in his hand, and before he could say anything, Kong Xiaoxian looked at the Confucian scholars and said.

"Meet your junior uncle."

The equally confused Confucian scholars mechanically straightened their clothes and performed the Confucian etiquette neatly.

"Meet Junior Master~"

Ma Zhan was suddenly at a loss and could only return the greeting with a fist.

"Okay. Okay. Okay..."

Ma Zhan pulled Kong Hyo-hyun's sleeve and whispered.

"What do you mean?

When did I agree to be a disciple of the Heart Saint?"

Kong Hyo-hyun actually showed a smug smile.

"Junior brother, you can refuse now."

"How can I refuse...

I want to say that I am not a disciple of the Sage of the Heart. What do these Confucian scholars think? Do they look down on Confucianism or Confucianism?

They're not going to tear me apart alive."

"Oh? Junior Brother, do you mean you agree?"

"You...you...you are not acting like a Confucian gentleman.

You are... shameless."

"Hahahaha..." Kong Xiaoru laughed.

“A gentleman has things he should do and things he shouldn’t do.

I believe that the gentleman will be very happy to see you."

Ma Zhan felt like he was going crazy. Could it be that when one reaches a certain level, one will return to nature?

“I’m not happy…

What did you say...

Is the Heart Saint still alive?"