Daqin Zhentiansi

Chapter 524 We study to establish ourselves for the world—

Release the defensive array of the Zhen Tian Si here, and let those Grandmasters or those from the various imperial cities spy on the array so that they can explore the scene and information within the Zhen Tian Si!
At this time and place, Marquis Qingyang, with the respect due to a disciple, sought guidance from the headmaster of the Imperial Academy.

If outsiders were to witness such a scene, it would mean that Marquis Qingyang, on behalf of the Zhen Tian Division, bowed down to the Imperial Academy!
Zhang Yuan's words sent a chill down the spines of everyone in the hall.

All the military officers in the Zhen Tian Division looked up, their faces solemn.

The Zhen Tian Division is the sword in His Majesty's hand, and Marquis Qingyang has earned His Majesty's trust through his daring and courageous nature.

Today, Marquis Qingyang bows his head to the Imperial Academy. Will His Majesty still trust him?
The students and instructors of the Imperial Academy looked at Zhang Yuan with complicated expressions.

The Marquis of Qingyang's frankness made them feel ashamed.

Baili Xi clenched his fists, his lips twitched slightly, but he ultimately did not utter a single word.

From stepping into the Zhen Tian Division to witnessing the Yellow Springs Prison punishing villains, and then seeing Qingyang Marquis slaying a demon and using the flesh of a demon dragon to entertain the students and teachers of the academy, Baili Xi saw Qingyang Marquis as sincere, brave, and benevolent.

It is said that Marquis Qingyang has a nickname in the martial arts world, "Second Master Zhang," who is known for his loyalty and righteousness in the northwest.

Only today did Baili Xi realize that he had not mispronounced the title.

However, removing the defensive formation now and allowing outsiders to discover the situation here would be extremely disadvantageous for Marquis Qingyang.

But Baili Xi was unable to dissuade him.

Marquis Qingyang was too frank in his actions, so frank that if he said anything more, it would be an insult to Marquis Qingyang.

Gongsun Jing looked at Zhang Yuan, her expression shifting, her gaze somewhat unfocused.

Zhang Hengqu was also surprised by Zhang Yuan's arrangement and looked at Zhang Yuan with a hint of astonishment.

"Om-"

The faint light and shadow that enveloped the Zhen Tian Division dispersed, causing the power of heaven and earth to tremble throughout the entire imperial city.

The entire imperial city sensed this sudden change.

Those waiting on the outer pavilion of the Zhen Tian Division were the first to see the change in light and shadow and rushed to the window.

As their divine soul power swept across the scene in the dining hall, the leading masters widened their eyes, their faces filled with undisguised joy.

"Alright, alright, Zhang Qingyang bows his head to Mr. Hengqu. The Zhen Tian Division has lost this round."

"Haha, you've schemed and plotted, but I never expected it would be so easy to overpower the Zhen Tian Division."

The group murmured amongst themselves, their joy barely concealed.

In the main hall of the Censorate, Marquis Su Jing of Changning looked up, his eyes filled with doubt.

His divine soul power extended, and his expression became more solemn.

"Is Zhang Qingyang unwilling to compete, or does he not want the Zhen Tian Division to be too conspicuous?"

With a slight frown, Su Jing said softly, "Doesn't he understand that this isn't the outcome His Majesty wanted to see...?"

Within the imperial city, the powerful figures at the Grandmaster level and the formations at the core of various forces all detected the current scene within the Zhen Tian Division.

royal palace.

West Garden.

Emperor Yuankang remained expressionless, raised his hand and waved it, and a golden light appeared in front of him, reflecting the scene of Zhang Yuan bowing to Zhang Hengqu in the Zhen Tian Division.

Consort Qi's gaze fell on the screen, a look of surprise flashing in her eyes.

In the scene, Zhang Yuan's voice slowly rang out.

"By order of His Majesty, I will study for a year."

"The more I peruse the classics and read the notes of the sages, the more doubts I have in my heart."

"I have a question for Mr. Hengqu."

Why do we study?

Why study?

In the lobby, everyone looked at each other, their faces showing confusion.

Is this even a problem?
Without reading, one cannot understand principles; without reading, one has no career path; without reading, one is like being blind and deaf.

Everyone present was an elite, someone who had defied fate through education.

Gongsun Jing looked at Zhang Yuan, and suddenly a slight smile appeared on her lips.

Inside the outer pavilion of the Zhen Tian Division, several leaders exchanged glances and smiled at each other.

"Everyone says that Zhang Qingyang comes from a humble background and seems shrewd but is actually a brute. It's true."

"Did he think that by studying, he could be accepted by a real aristocratic family?"

"Heh, I see. He thought that since he was already a War Marquis, he should be on the same level as the noble families. Little did he know, how many noble families in the capital would even look at a War Marquis who came from the Imperial Guard?"

Their words drew chuckles from the powerful families behind them. Zhang Qingyang wanted to offer a pledge of loyalty?

is it possible?
In the distance, in a large mansion, an elderly man with a white beard sat upright with a slight smile on his face and shook his head slightly.

The middle-aged man in the brocade robe in front of him was also smiling.

"Zhang Qingyang thought that by taking advantage of His Majesty's power, he could weaken the powerful clans in the capital, and then use the Zhen Tian Si as a pledge of loyalty to gain Zhang Hengqu's favor, thereby joining the ranks of the nobility."

"He has no idea that the imperial families have accumulated their wealth over thousands of years. He thinks he can be on equal footing with us great families who have struggled for three or five generations based on his meager achievements. He's dreaming."

The words of the middle-aged man in brocade robes made the white-bearded old man sigh: "You have benefited from the family's influence and have forgotten the hardships of these commoners."

"He is the same. If he really puts his mind to it and accumulates merits, wealth and connections, after three or five generations, his Zhang family may not be unable to establish itself in the capital."

"He's still young and impatient. No wonder His Majesty sent him to study..."

……

royal palace.

In the West Garden.

Consort Qi's expression changed slightly as she listened to Zhang Yuan's words on the light screen.

She looked up at Emperor Yuankang, who remained expressionless, hesitated for a moment, and then smiled and said, "It seems that Marquis Qingyang is complaining to Your Majesty that you made him study."

"Perhaps in his view, studying was useless, and it was better to take up a sword and kill the enemy..."

The author downplays Zhang Yuan's strategic planning and emphasizes his martial prowess.

Although these words could not change Emperor Yuankang's mind, it was the only thing Consort Qi could do.

Emperor Yuankang remained seated, motionless.

Consort Qi lowered her head, looking at the chaotic chessboard in front of her, and said nothing more.

She knew how much Emperor Yuankang valued Zhang Yuan and how many expectations he had for him.

From the northwest border to Qingtianzhou, Zhang Yuan brought the emperor too many surprises.

It can be said that in the present Qin Dynasty, as long as the Marquis of Qingyang is not plotting rebellion, he can do whatever he wants.

In the Zhen Tian Si (a military unit).

Zhang Hengqu looked at Zhang Yuan in front of him with a hint of emotion on his face.

The choice made by Marquis Qingyang at this time cannot be said to be wrong.

Today, the Marquis of Qingyang bowed his head to Zhang Hengqu, representing the retreat of the Zhen Tian Si. What was hurt was His Majesty's trust in him alone, but what was gained was a change in the world's view of the Zhen Tian Si.

Zhang Qingyang's ability to act as a lone minister does not mean that everyone in the Zhen Tian Si is willing to do the same.

At least today, since the Marquis of Qingyang has shown Zhang Hengqu the respect due to a disciple, if the Marquis of Qingyang encounters trouble in the future, Zhang Hengqu will likely step in to help him avoid some disaster.

"Why study? This question is neither difficult nor easy."

Zhang Hengqu's voice slowly rang out.

"Reading helps people understand principles and distinguish right from wrong."

"Only through reading—"

Before he could finish speaking, Zhang Yuan nodded, clasped his hands in a fist and said, "What Mr. Hengqu said is absolutely right. I also often think about what I have learned from reading and try to understand the profound truths of life."

Zhang Yuan took out a roll of paper, held it with both hands, and handed it to Zhang Hengqu.

"The more I understand, the more confused I become. I have listed these questions about reading and would like to ask Mr. Hengqu to enlighten me."

Zhang Hengqu chuckled as he took the scroll of paper, his gaze sweeping over it until he saw the words on it.

We study.

To establish for heaven and earth—

Established for the people's livelihood—

To continue the legacy of the sages—

To open up for all generations—

Every sentence is incomplete, and every sentence contains a question.

"boom--"

Zhang Hengqu stood up, and the overwhelming power emanating from his body suddenly exploded. Between heaven and earth, a ten-thousand-foot-tall image of a sage condensed, and the overwhelming power of Confucianism and Taoism transformed into a golden, wordless sacred stele, hanging high in the nine heavens, causing the entire imperial city to be swept by wind and rain.

At this moment, in the imperial city, the Great Qin Dynasty, and Yongtian Continent, the golden light of the Great Dao and the Qi Fortune gathered and swirled, as if the heavens and earth were trembling.

This scene is strikingly similar to the scene when the Master of Qingtian Continent used the power of heaven and earth to advance his cultivation!
(End of this chapter)