Chapter 13 In the first section, Dongxiangchun has different opinions about the state of Wei

Rumors spread in Anyi, the capital of Wei State, that the old prime minister's father-in-law was dying of terminal illness and was about to die.Some people are in a state of panic, while others celebrate with each other.The panic-stricken people said that Uncle Zuo was the benevolent government of the Wei State, and if he died, the people of the Wei State would suffer.Those who played the crown said that Uncle Cuo is the rotten tree of the Wei State, and once he dies, the Wei State will make great achievements. For nearly a hundred years, the people of Anyi have developed the custom of talking about political secrets.In the streets and alleys, in the neighborhood, wherever there are three or two people, there will be palace secrets flowing between the tongues.If it is a place like the restaurant, Chunlou, Tea Room and Music Square, where the city's people are frequented by celebrities, they will talk even more, vying to release their insights on the most important state affairs rumors at the moment.During the period, if there is a high-level commentary that shocks everyone, it will be applauded by everyone.If a person has such high opinions repeatedly, this person will become a celebrity in a refined place, and his social status will suddenly increase.This kind of famous politicians can't be cultivated in ordinary places, but must be a place of elegance that is recognized by the market and the upper-class celebrities in Anyi.Needless to say, this kind of elegant place has three extraordinary advantages: first, it has a long history, that is, the so-called old and expensive store; There have been a few big figures who became famous here; the third most difficult thing is that the owner of the shop needs to be a famous person or a famous person.It is naturally rare to be able to get three of them together.The common word of mouth of the people in Anyi is that there is only one such elegant place in Anyi, and there is only one in the world!This is the proud character of the people in Anyi - the center of civilization in Wei is the center of civilization in the world.

On Tianjie, the quietest small street in Anyi, there is Dongxiangchun Restaurant. This small street runs north-south, the north entrance is the royal palace, the south entrance is the prime minister's mansion and the general's mansion, and there are two alleys in the east and west leading to the bustling market.Although it is said to be a small street, it is the thoroughfare in the city, and there is no sense of occlusion.What is even more striking is that there are no private houses or shops in this small street, only more than 30 post houses of various princes and kingdoms are built here.The streets are lined with trees, the streets are paved with stone slabs, the pedestrians are dressed in luxurious clothes, and the museums are magnificent.People in Anyi call this small street Tianjie, which means that she is free from the vulgar hustle and bustle of the world, and reveals the wealth, tranquility and elegance of heaven everywhere.Just in the middle of Tianjie, there is a courtyard with verdant trees and flowing water. In the courtyard, there is a two-story red wooden building with nine bays. This is the famous Dongxiangchun Winery.

When it comes to Dongxiangchun, the people of Anyi are very fond of it.It was the property of Bai Gui, a great businessman in the Wei Wenhou period.It's fine if it's a pure merchant, but this Bai Guifei is a famous merchant who is rich and can reach the country, and he was the prime minister for more than ten years during the Wei Wuhou period.People in the state of Wei believed that Bai Gui was a political and businessman of the Kuang Dynasty who was on the same level as Tao Zhugong and Fan Li.The Bai family was originally a family of merchants, and Bai Gui's father was already a big merchant in the Wei family's fief before the three families were divided into Jin. This Dong Xiangchun was established at that time.At that time, half of the sky street was still the commercial market of the Wei clan, and the other half was the residence of the Wei clan's retainers.After the three families were divided into Jin Dynasty, Wei Wenhou's reform shocked the world, and officials and celebrities from all over the world came to Anyi to inquire about the details.During the intercourse, these scholars and officials from all over the world complained to Mrs. Bai that there is no good place to go to talk and drink in such a big town.Mrs. Bai was quick-witted, and immediately spent half of her family wealth to set up this Dongxiangchun.On the day of opening, the Bai family made a rule: non-students, famous craftsmen, wealthy businessmen and state officials are not allowed to enter Dongxiangchun.This made Dong Xiangchun a clear place for the upper class to chat and drink.The quiet courtyard restaurant, the exquisite utensils and furnishings, the tempting delicacies, the precious old wines from various countries, and the elegant and gorgeous maids are all rare boutiques in the world.All of a sudden, celebrities, officials and envoys from all over the world flocked to her.Shangqing Li Kui often discussed the pros and cons of the political reform with celebrities in Dongxiangchun, and General Wu Qi also discussed the use of troops in Dongxiangchun many times.In addition, Zhou Wang Taishi Ling Laozi, Confucian famous scholar Mencius, self-contained Mozi, and Wei Guoqi scholar Guiguzi all made a big splash in Dongxiangchun and drifted away.Later, Bai Gui inherited his father's business and repaired Dongxiangchun many times to improve the layout. There are precious and rare things in it, elegant rooms, secret rooms, wine rooms, tea rooms, chess rooms, and chess rooms are scattered and hidden.What's more, the debate hall is spacious and comfortable, which is specially used for guests to gather and discuss important state affairs.Once famous merchants such as Chu Guoyidun and Zhao Guozhuo were willing to bid for Dongxiangchun at a reserve price of 100,000 gold, and Bai Gui laughed it off.Later, Bai Gui became the prime minister of the state of Wei, and donated most of the wealth accumulated by the Bai family for the state, but Dong Xiangchun was left behind.Who would have thought that when he died of illness in the last years of Marquis Wu of Wei, Dong Xiangchun also suffered a sudden setback.Later, it was rumored that Bai Gui's youngest daughter was in charge of Dong Xiangchun, which made the celebrities and scholars even more curious.Although it is rumored that the youngest daughter is beautiful, multi-talented and talented, but no guest has ever seen the beauty of the country in Dongxiangchun.In this way, Dong Xiangchun became even more mysterious and alluring.

Ever since the news of Uncle Zuo's critical illness came out, Dong Xiangchun became very lively. The spacious and magnificent hall of debate originally had one hundred long green jade tables, one case for each person, and it was supposed to seat a hundred people.On ordinary days, this is more than enough.Most of the time, celebrities and officials always gather in various names of elegant rooms and secret rooms to drink and talk to their heart's content.Even if it is a big event, not everyone thinks it is big, so the debate hall is rarely overcrowded.Recently, however, it is unusual, elegant rooms, secret rooms, tea rooms, chess rooms are scattered and scattered, and even the favorite picking room of those wealthy businessmen who love to gamble is actually empty.Obviously, all the guests who came to Dongxiangchun gathered in the debate hall.Even so, Dong Xiangchun was still in order.The maids gently brought the exquisite short case, and then moved forward the long case that was usually arranged in a horseshoe shape with sparse intervals, and arranged it in a hollow and small ring on the empty carpet, with the outer part Arrange the short tables into two layers of circular seats, leaving only the lanes for the maids to serve wine and food at the four corners.In this way, it is well arranged and can accommodate about 300 people.There is no hierarchy here, the first comers all sit in front of the central long desk, and the latecomers sit in front of the peripheral short desks.The seats are full of beautiful brocades, the fragrance of wine is overflowing from the copper tripods and jade plates, and the maids are dazzling, it really fills the room with splendor.According to word-of-mouth, celebrities and businessmen all over the world, "If you don't come to Dongxiangchun, you don't know how small your wallet is!" It is said that under this luxurious and extravagant atmosphere, poor scholars will also spend all their money.

When the lights came on, two young and handsome men in red walked in at the entrance of the hall.One is dark complexion, strong and handsome.One has a face as white as jade, with a handsome face.The eyes of the maids standing around behind the seats shone brightly. Immediately, two maids floated in front of the guests, gently took off their red and gold silk cloaks, and gently helped them sit in front of the short table.In an instant, two more maids held a bronze tripod and a jade jue, and filled the jue with the world-renowned wine designated by the guest.The two guests seemed to turn a blind eye to the elegant maid, but looked around with piercing eyes.

"Gentlemen, I am a scholar traveling in Korea. I heard that the uncle of the Prime Minister of the State of Wei is in critical condition. I don't know what you have to say about this, so I can help you out?" A green-clothed scholar in the back seat cupped his hands soundtrack. "Let me ask you, where does the confusion come from?" a middle-aged high-ranking man in the front seat asked reservedly. The green-clothed scholar smiled and said: "Uncle Zuo III's famous ministers, generals and prime ministers, many of them have virtuous government, and their disciples and old officials are all over the country, and they have the power to influence the current king of Wei. If the pillars are suddenly broken, Wei's domestic and foreign affairs Is it safe and unchanged? I am confused, where should Wei Guo change? Do you want to dominate the country? Do you want to rule the world? Do you want to keep a corner?”

The middle-aged man in red smiled reservedly and said: "Your Majesty came from afar, how do you know the affairs of the state of Wei? Let me explain to you. Since the third generation of Wei State, it has become an established national policy to enrich the country and strengthen the army. However, it has only been more than 20 years since he presided over the state affairs. The uncle and the prime minister are prudent in politics, abide by the laws of Li Kui and the system of Wenhou, and enrich the people at home rather than use troops abroad. The current king of Wei has been on the throne for eight years, and he has not changed the policy of the prime minister. That is Or once the prime minister dies, the state of Wei will still be as peaceful as Mount Tai. The so-called people leave the government and stay forever, so why should you be confused?"

"Hahahahahaha" a purple-shirted scholar in the back seat stood up and laughed loudly, "People say that there are many insightful people in Anyi, so how can you make such absurd remarks? King Wei has been on the throne for eight years, and the state of Wei is changing day by day. Do you turn a blind eye? The first change is to call Wang Mingzhi. The second change is to use troops to seek hegemony. The third change is to emphasize martial arts and depose literature. The fourth change is to form alliances with princes. constant?" "Okay--! Cai--!" The hall was full of applause.

The middle-aged man in red was not allowed to open his mouth, and someone shouted again: "The words of your step seem to be reasonable, but in fact they are not good! The change of Wei State is reflected in its appearance. The foundation of Wei State is as solid as a rock. What is the foundation of Wei State's governance? The people are rich and the country is strong, and the world is peaceful. Claiming kings and seeking hegemony, and allying with the princes, the intention is to stop the army and stop the war to stabilize the world. This change is the same as the way of the former king, but it is the end of the change. What is wrong? What is the doubt? ?”

"Change the end and stay the same. Good!" Someone shouted again, but after all, it was not as enthusiastic as before, nor did they add "accepting".This is a common custom in Anyi's wine cellars.Those who speak beautifully and uprightly are the best, and the listeners all cheered and applauded.The skillful rhetoric and music are the middle way, so please applaud.The words and reason are all flat, ignore it.This kind of judging method is short and warm, based on intuition rather than theory, and is often surprisingly consistent.For example, in just one round, the former accurately summed up the changes since Wei Guoxin's accession to the throne, making celebrities at home and abroad instantly alert, but also concise and sharp, which is naturally superior.Although the latter is quite skillful in analyzing the name and reality, people always feel dissociated from people's intuitive judgment of Wei Guo, so there is only "good" but not "good".

At this time, the dark young man who came in last smiled and said: "Dare to ask the people who have just 'four transformations', what is the meaning of this third transformation that emphasizes military affairs and dethrone literature? Wei Guo is the first to lead the world's literary style." The Zishan scholar laughed heartily, "How superficial are you talking about with one step? Those who value martial arts over literature don't emphasize martial arts from the mountains and fields, nor do they emphasize literature from the market. In other words, Uncle Cuo’s literary governance is fading day by day, and the martial arts of the generals are rising day by day. Is this a sign of a change in the Wei State’s national policy? Can you underestimate it?” "Okay--! Cai--!" There was an uproar, and there was already a buzz of discussion in the hall. "So, may I ask what is the direction of change?" The swarthy young man didn't smile. With this question, there was a sudden silence in the hall, and everyone focused on the Zishan scholar. The Zishan scholar was also a beardless young man, with an ordinary appearance but an extraordinary bearing.He flashed a smile at the dark young man's eyes and said: "Pursue it with one step, it's not the way to talk. However, Dongxiangchun is a land of culture, so it's okay to express a lot of forgiveness. From the perspective of the future, Wei Guoxiong's ambition It has been decided that we will seek to bring peace to the world within three years. The opportunity of the period is now. The day when Uncle Cuo dies of illness will be the time when the general will ride his horses!" As soon as the voice fell, the hall was surprisingly quiet, and people even forgot the practice of judging.The swarthy young man bowed his hands to the purple-shirted scholar, sat down calmly, and whispered a few words to the white-faced young man beside him. "Where is the person under your feet? How alarmist are you?" A scholar in red with a sword stood up in the quiet field, his face flushed, and he asked in a high voice: "Listening to what you say, it seems that Wei Guo should do nothing, just take advantage of your heart .But do people in the country of Wei think so? No! Uncle Cuo has been in power for twenty years, Wenzhi did not seek to enrich the people, and his martial arts suffered consecutive defeats. If the general Pang Juan did not turn the tide, all three battles would be victorious, and Wei would be ashamed What is there? Today, Uncle Cuo is about to pass away, and it is the day when King Wei gets rid of his fetters and forges ahead. Although the world is big, only those who live in Taoism live in it. Is it worthwhile for the Warring States to seize the hegemony and our Great Wei Kingdom to unify the world? Is it so surprising?" "Good--! Pick--!" Suddenly, there was a storm of applause in the hall and cheers. The dark youth also applauded excitedly.The Zishan scholar flung his sleeves away.