Sanlang is going all out, loudly and urgently calling for votes!

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  The Classic of Filial Piety was equivalent to a middle school entrance reader in the Song Dynasty. As the name suggests, it is a Confucian classic that discusses the 'Filial Way'. The first chapter, "Opening the Mind and Explaining the Meaning", says: "Now filial piety is the root of all virtues, and the source from which all teachings are derived."

  This book is the shortest and most basic of Confucian classics, and it's necessary to understand "Xiao Jing" before starting to read "Si Shu". Chen Ke learned medicine from a young age, and before reading medical books, he had to start with national studies. This "Xiao Jing" was naturally a must-read, although later generations have basically confirmed that this book is a forgery of Han Confucianism. But if he dared to tell **** Liang that this thing was compiled by Dong Zhongshu and his gang to brainwash the world, he would probably be beaten flat.

  As a ten-year-old child, the wisest thing to do is still to read and recite it sincerely, sentence by sentence.

  Because of the foundation laid in his previous life, coupled with the fact that he had memorized it in this life and held a Buddha's foot for a day, he felt that he could remember about 70-80% of it, so he started reciting from the beginning.

  "Confucius was at home, and Zengzi was attending him. The Master said: 'The ancient kings had a most excellent Way to attain their goals, by which they brought peace to the world, harmony to the people, and no resentment between high and low. Do you know what it is?'"

  He closed his eyes slightly, his fingers tapping silently on the table, nodding slowly to the rhythm. When Chen Ke recited 'Use the way of heaven, divide the benefits of the earth, be careful with your body and use it sparingly, to nurture your parents, this is the filial piety of ordinary people', he opened his eyes contentedly, being able to recite up to here meant that Sanlang had worked hard today.

  He thought Chen Ke would stumble and stop soon, but the kid recited fluently as if reading from a book.

  When Chen Ke recited, 'The five punishments are attached to the three thousand, and there is no greater crime than unfilial piety. Those who want to rule have no superior, those who are not sages have no laws, and those who are not filial have no relatives. This is the way of great chaos.' At this time, Chen Cheng was already shocked with his mouth wide open. He had put all his energy into his two younger brothers today, but he didn't expect his older brother to change completely, not only could he speak prices and cook dishes, but also recite books fluently. When Chen Ke recited, 'Teaching the people to love each other, nothing is better than filial piety. Teaching the people to be polite and obedient, nothing is better than respect for elders. Changing customs and habits, nothing is better than music. Bringing peace to the ruler and governing the people, nothing is better than etiquette...' ****'s mouth was also wide open.

  Always recite to 'birth is a matter of joy, death is a matter of mourning, the root of life is exhausted, the meaning of life and death is complete, the filial son's service to his parents is finished.' Chen Ke stopped, somewhat embarrassed: "The back...can't remember..."

  "It's already the last sentence......" The father and brother collapsed.

  "Ah……” Chen Ke was startled himself, although he wasn't stupid, but when it came to memorizing long texts, he still found it quite challenging. This "Xiao Jing" had only 1,903 words, but it was fragmented into sections, making it difficult to recite from memory.

  But he didn't know what was going on either. His mind was clear and as soon as he thought of a certain section, the content would appear in his heart, it was impossible to recite wrong.

  The parties and onlookers were stunned for a long time, **** Liang coughed twice, put away the brilliant expression on his face and said: "It's okay, it's still passable. But memory is only one aspect, you need to experience it with your heart..." As he spoke, his expression turned serious and he said: "Third Brother, do you know why I asked you to recite the 'Classic of Filial Piety'?"

  "I know." Chen Ke nodded and said softly: "Because of the child, I beat Auntie a few days ago."

  "Yes." The bright face slightly cleared up, and he picked up his bowl and took a sip of water: "Do you know where you went wrong?"

  "I know." Chen Ke said: "The following offense against superiors, beating his aunt, is a heinous crime."

  "It's not right, but it's also not wrong." Liang Duan put down his bowl and said: "From my heart, I don't agree with foolish loyalty and foolish filial piety. If you're treated cruelly and can't resist, what's the difference between you and pigs and sheep? The sages say that to repay kindness with virtue is a heavenly principle. How can you repay virtue with virtue? To repay cruelty with straightforwardness, and to repay virtue with virtue, this is the natural order of things." He paused and said: "But living in the world, we must follow the rules of the world. What are the rules? The Classic of Filial Piety is the rule. The Song Dynasty governs the world with filial piety, and all generations of emperors have promoted the way of filial piety. Everyone in the world considers filial piety to be the first of all virtues, and they despise those who are unfilial. This is the social trend, and others won't understand the inside story. They'll just believe rumors and gossip, and give you a stain that can't be washed away, leaving you speechless."

  "Don't feel wronged. In front of filial piety, even the number one person in the world today, the dignified Song Dynasty official family must also endure." Liang said with a bitter tone: "Now telling you these things seems a bit early, but I believe that with your intelligence, you should be able to understand."

  "Are we just going to let our little brother be bullied?" Chen Ke didn't say a word, but Chen Chen on the side spoke up.

  "Of course not, but it should be done with a cleverer approach." Liang said: "With Sanlang's current abilities, why can't he think of bringing his brothers to the county town to find you? Once they find you, you can bring them to me, and all problems will be solved."

  Chen Ke was so ashamed at that time, and in his mind, there was no shadow of these two cheap fathers.

  "Don't mention that matter again, it's mainly the responsibility of your father." **** Liang feared he would blame himself, and with a wave of his hand said: "You all remember. The sage says, 'Think thrice before acting'. When people do things, they must first consider the consequences clearly. If the consequence is something you can't bear, then don't do it..."

  After the children thought for a while, he stood up and said: "It's late, go to bed early."

  "What's Father doing?"

  "The rain has stopped, and the air outside is good. I'll go out for a walk," said Liang, pushing open the door to leave.

  As he walked into the courtyard, the sky was already filled with a brilliant array of stars. **** suddenly burst out laughing, and laughed so hard that he doubled over, tears streaming down his face. He pointed to the north, a triumphant look on his face, saying: "Hahaha, Su Laoquan, now I also have a son who will never forget me! See how you'll brag about it in the future!"

  In the room, Xiaoliu was so scared that he trembled: "Brother, isn't there a ghost?"

  "There was a big-headed ghost, honestly sleeping." Sanlang pressed his head into the quilt with one hand and held a shining "Selection of Timely Essays" with the other. He casually picked out an argumentative essay and read it from start to finish, also over 2,000 words, until the lights went out, he had read it three times.

  He lay down and closed his eyes as soon as the servant came in to blow out the light, and began to recall that article, and indeed every word was still vivid in his mind.

  The next day, Chen Ke woke up and thought about the article again, still able to remember more than 90%. What kind of memory is this? It's absolutely much stronger than before, what's going on, is it a scholar syndrome caused by the aftereffects of crossing over? Or was Sanlang originally a child prodigy?

  Whatever happens, it's not a bad thing. Optimists have this advantage, they can quickly get used to their own changes.

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  After having breakfast, **** went out for the whole day and didn't come back until evening. This time, he couldn't hide his disappointment anymore, sitting there sighing heavily.

  "Why is Father sighing?" Chen Chen asked as she handed him a bowl of water.

  "Alas, it's no use telling you all. Liang sighed again and said: 'Father is useless, several creditors have run around, but only recovered a few hundred coins, not even enough to make up the interest.'"

  "Why can't you get it?" Since *** didn't treat him like a child, Chen Ke naturally stopped pretending to be young: "Isn't it said that if you really can't get it, you can report to the officials?"

  "It's not easy," *** said with a shake of his head: "Either there's a family to support, or the business is losing money. I couldn't possibly push someone to desperation."

  "What can we do..." Chen Teng's emotions were very complicated. In fact, after hearing Chen Ke's words yesterday, he had no hope for his father to pay off the debt. After two days of mental struggle, he decided to make a sacrifice.

  "The sky will not abandon anyone." Feeling the oppressive atmosphere, **** realized that he was the backbone of this family. He shook off his low spirits and laughed loudly: "As a father, I am a seven-foot-tall man with hands, feet, and knowledge. Can't I even support you little brats?"

  "Dad..." Chen Chen mustered up the courage to say, "I've thought it through, I won't be going back to school. I'll stay and help you support our family and provide for my three younger brothers' education."

  "......" Liang Xian was taken aback at first, then said resolutely: "Absolutely not! What hope is there if you don't study? Don't mention it again!"

  "Dad..." Chen Chen wanted to say.

  Liang's face turned black as he sternly said: "Shut up! This matter is not open for discussion!"

  "...Chen Chen was afraid of his father after all, so he could only lower his head and wipe away his tears."

  "What about your father? Don't you miss him?" Chen Ke's words almost made **** Liang cry.

  "So let's keep studying, it's the only way to have hope." Chen Ke said with a serious tone.

  "...He stared at him for half a day, and suddenly smiled. Sanlang was still young and naive, after all, he was only a ten-year-old child."

  "Don't laugh, I'm telling the truth..." Chen Ke hastily said.

  "Alright, it's true." Liang smiled and said: "But now please go warm up the books, otherwise be careful to get hit with a board at night." As he spoke, he casually picked up the IOUs on the table and walked towards the kitchen.

  "What's Father doing?" Chen Ke hastily asked.

  Cooking.

  "What's with these papers?"

  "Put down your sword, let's make fire."

  "No...!"

  "What's wrong?"

  "Hey," Chen Ke said with a hint of quick wit: "What a waste, the back can still be written on..."

  It makes sense, too. To prevent damage, the paper used for borrowing is very thick and sturdy, and the back is clean and tidy, so it's a pity to use it as fire starter.

  He casually handed it back and said: "Practice your calligraphy well, why is that handwriting so ugly?"

  "Finally... finally..." Chen Ke hugged those few IOUs and let out a sigh of relief.

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  It's not that I'm arrogant, it's just that those geniuses of this era are too freaky, with an IQ below 140, they really can't keep up...