Confucianism and Taoism

Chapter 43

Qin Zhiyong's gaze surprised Dong Hancheng, and he calmed down instantly.There were several martial arts masters present, and the old eunuch next to the emperor had sharp eyes and was a master.To assassinate now is to seek death.

Dong Hancheng took back the steps he stepped out.

Qin Zhiyong took a look at the emperor.

He didn't regard the emperor as a high-ranking person, and he didn't regard him as the real man.The emperor is actually just an ordinary person.It's just that he was lucky to be reincarnated into the royal family.

When the hearts of the people have awe and respect for the emperor, he is the emperor.If there is no reverence in the hearts of the people, the emperor will no longer be an emperor.

In the final analysis, it is still a matter of people's hearts.

The martial arts contest between Yang Yuqian and Dong Hancheng shocked the emperor, and raised the contest to a higher level in an instant.It can be said that whoever wins this competition will be No. 1 in the martial arts circle in Beijing.

People who practice martial arts, except for people like Qin Zhiyong, can't maintain a good attitude in the face of this situation.Not even Yang Yuqian and Dong Han.

No matter what their status is, they are actually relying on boxing and martial arts to make a living.Qin Zhiyong was different, he did not regard martial arts as a means of earning a living.Therefore, Qin Zhiyong's spirit and boxing skills are more pure than theirs.

When facing the emperor, even King Duan was somewhat restrained.Emperor
The emperor does not know martial arts, but he has a great power, representing the pinnacle of power, he can speak the law and make rules.No matter how powerful King Duan is, he is only a prince. The emperor can deprive him of everything he has now with one sentence.

Power, sometimes stronger than martial arts.

Because of this, people in the world chase after power like moths to a flame.

What Qin Zhiyong is after is not power.What he explored was the Confucian way of sages.Dynasties rise and fall, dynasties change, and emperors take turns.The peak of power can only be prominent for a while, not forever.But "Tao" is something that exists forever.

Isn't it foolish not to pursue eternal things, but to pursue short-term brilliance?

Learning is knowledge.

But knowledge is not wisdom.

Qin Zhiyong is wiser than others, and after understanding these principles, he only respects power and has no fear.Therefore, Qin Zhiyong sat next to the emperor, still calm and unrestrained.

In other words, the emperor's aura no longer affected Qin Zhiyong's mind.

The contest between Yang Yuqian and Dong Hancheng finally began.

Qin Zhiyong put his attention on Dong Hancheng, he hoped to get the mystery of Baguazhang through Dong Hancheng's movements and artistic conception.

Both Baguazhang and Taijiquan belong to internal boxing, and they have many similarities.With Qin Zhiyong's martial arts attainments and eyesight, it is not difficult to find out the essence of Baguazhang.

Every move and style of Dong Hancheng is completely natural, showing the attack and defense of Baguazhang to the fullest.Even Duan Wang and Chen Zhengying applauded secretly.

Yang Yuqian's Tai Chi is also not weak.

When Yang Yuqian broke into the pagoda, he just entered the realm of the master.Only less than a month later, he was able to fight Dong Hancheng inseparably, and he was inseparable.

Yang Yuqian's boxing skills have grown too fast.

In terms of boxing proficiency, he is not inferior to Chen Zhengying.In terms of comprehensive strength, he has already surpassed Chen Zhengying, and he has achieved the true youth out of blue and better than blue.

Qin Zhiyong stared at Dong Hancheng intently, secretly gestured with his right hand, exploring the mystery of Baguazhang.His actions and demeanor fell into the eyes of the old eunuch.

The old eunuch whispered in the emperor's ear: "Your Majesty, Mr. Qin is indeed a peerless master. He is stronger than Yang Yuqian and Dong Hancheng's martial arts."

Older gingers are more spicy.

The old eunuch is well-informed and has profound skills.Ordinary people can't see the details of Qin Zhiyong.King Duan often sparred with Qin Zhiyong, but he didn't know the true depth of Qin Zhiyong's martial arts.

However, the old eunuch saw some clues, and found that Qin Zhiyong was a peerless master, much stronger than a martial arts master.

But this is not surprising.In any dynasty, there are always a few outstanding figures.And the old eunuch next to the emperor is one of the outstanding figures.

The Confucian method of self-cultivation has existed for thousands of years, and it was not invented by Qin Zhiyong.

Qin Zhiyong followed in the footsteps of the ancient sages and sages and explored the avenues. The theories he obtained were actually nothing more than "picking up the wisdom of others".Not so clever.

Wanting to create his own ideological system and philosophical system, Qin Zhiyong does not have such great wisdom and ability.

The emperor took a look at Qin Zhiyong and said, "Qin Zhiyong is a guest minister of Prince Duan's mansion. I know that he is skilled in martial arts. It is said that he is also the teacher of that girl in Yongning. Yongning has spoken and acted much more calmly than before. It seems , Qin Zhiyong is indeed a learned man. Yang Yuqian and Dong Hancheng's martial arts competition is over, please send me a message to Qin Zhiyong."

The old eunuch nodded and said: "The slave takes orders."

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Yang Yuqian and Dong Han competed in martial arts, but there was no winner.

Both King Rong and Yongning Gege suggested to the emperor not to fight any more, otherwise, there would be casualties.

The tournament is over.

The emperor had just left, and the crowd hadn't dispersed yet.

The old eunuch walked to Qin Zhiyong's side and said, "Mr. Qin, the emperor has a message for this old slave to bring to you."

Qin Zhiyong stood up, cupped his fists and said, "I don't know what orders the emperor has?"

The old eunuch said: "With Mr. Qin's martial arts and knowledge, he stayed in Duan Wang's mansion as a guest, and he was wronged. The emperor intends to let Mr. Qin enter the court as an official and serve the court, and teach a few brothers to read by the way."

The tone of the old eunuch's speech was not to discuss with Qin Zhiyong, but with an orderly tone.

Who would dare to disobey the emperor's oral order?

It's a pity that the old eunuch met Qin Zhiyong.

Qin Zhiyong really refused: "Elder-in-law, Qin has accepted the emperor's kindness. Qin has self-knowledge and is not expected to be an official. What are the identities of the elder brothers? A certain Taoist Qin has little knowledge and dare not deceive others." son."

After developing his internal strength, Qin Zhiyong planned to leave the capital soon, continue to study abroad, explore knowledge, and sharpen his mind.At this time, the emperor asked himself to be an official in the palace and the Pope's son to study, Qin Zhiyong was of course unwilling.

To be a person and do things, you must follow your heart.

If you force yourself to stay in the capital and do things that you disagree with, you will be at odds with the concept of "unity of knowledge and action".At that time, Qin Zhiyong's spiritual cultivation might even regress, let alone improve.Qin Zhiyong absolutely does not allow such a situation to happen.

The old eunuch stared at Qin Zhiyong incredulously, and said, "Mr. Qin, what do you mean to reject the emperor? You have thought clearly."

Qin Zhiyong said with a smile: "I think clearly. Qin is used to wandering around and wild cranes, so he really can't be an official. Qin doesn't want to be an official in the court. Didn't he violate the laws of the Qing Dynasty? If the father-in-law goes back and has trouble explaining to the emperor, Qin can go and explain to the emperor himself."

The old eunuch didn't know whether Qin Zhiyong's actions violated the laws of the Qing Dynasty.But the emperor's will cannot be refuted by others.

The old eunuch narrowed his eyes, and said in a cold voice: "Mr. Qin, you are really courageous. If you dare to resist the order and fail to obey it, you will know the consequences."

Qin Zhiyong clasped his fists and said respectfully: "Eunuch, Qin has something to attend to. Let me take my leave first."

Qin Zhiyong turned and left.

The old eunuch's face was very ugly, staring at Qin Zhiyong's back, he became angry from embarrassment, and finally broke out.He reached out his claws and grabbed Qin Zhiyong's back.The claws tore through the air, making a sharp sound.

Qin Zhiyong blocked the old eunuch's attack with his Taiji cloud hand.

Bang.

Qin Zhiyong took advantage of his strength and leaped lightly to the arena.

The old eunuch looks old and thin, but his muscles and bones are strong, and his blood is thicker and fuller than martial arts masters like Yang Yuqian and Dong Hancheng.In terms of strength alone, the old eunuch was not much different from Qin Zhiyong.

The old eunuch didn't worry about eating and drinking, and only did one thing in his life, serving the emperor.His mind is not distracted, and he is practicing the best Taoist kung fu, he is well maintained, and his physical strength and spirit are at their peak.

Qin Zhiyong was cautious in the face of the old eunuch's attack.If you don't pay attention, you will capsize in the gutter.

The old eunuch saw that Qin Zhiyong was a real master, and Qin Zhiyong also saw that this old eunuch was not simple at first sight.Absolutely the top powerhouse among the big inner masters.

After being attacked by someone, Qin Zhiyong was not angry, showing his profound skills in nourishing qi.He clasped his fists and said, "Qin doesn't want to start a conflict with anyone. Father-in-law made a sneak attack, so why bother to force Qin?"

The old eunuch sneered and said, "No one can disobey an order. Take it."

Facing the old eunuch's attack, Qin Zhiyong retreated again and again, three times in a row.

"Elder-in-law, I have already given you three tricks." Qin Zhiyong said, "If you push me harder, Qin will only be able to offend you."

The old eunuch was a bit deceptive.

Qin Zhiyong made it clear and was willing to explain it to the emperor himself.But he just refused to let go.

Qin Zhiyong is kind to others and doesn't want to conflict with them, but that doesn't mean he's easy to bully.

If he really met someone who was unreasonable, Qin Zhiyong didn't mind using force first, and then reasoning with him.

People like the old eunuch are very extreme, they only have the emperor in their hearts, and they cannot tolerate disrespect to the emperor, let alone disobey the order.

The old eunuch believes that thunder, rain and dew are all the grace of the king, and as soon as the emperor's will is delivered, no matter whether it is a commoner or a minister, he must kneel down and thank him.Anyone in front of the emperor is a slave, only obedient.

Whoever dares to refute the emperor will be punished with death.

But Qin Zhiyong's thinking was different from that of the old eunuch.Scholars cultivate the road of human relations and explore worldly knowledge.Scholars must respect their teachers and treat others with courtesy, and they must also have a strong character.

A true Confucian disciple will not be anyone's slave.

Qin Zhiyong is a true Confucian disciple.

The old eunuch let out a sharp cry: "Then come on. Today, our family will take a look at the famous Mr. Qin, how strong is his martial arts?"

When the old eunuch attacked again, Qin Zhiyong did not back down.Instead, he played the most rigid and fierce "cannon hammer" in Taijiquan.

The strength of the punches was shocking, and it took people's minds away.This was Qin Zhiyong's first time to display a vigorous boxing style.

Yang Yuqian looked at Qin Zhiyong in shock, this "cannon hammer" blow was too violent, and he couldn't achieve this effect no matter what.

Perhaps, ten years later, Yang Yuqian's physical fitness has reached its peak, and he will be able to throw such a punch.

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(End of this chapter)