Chapter 234: A Heart for the Tao, a Handsome Man
Gong Mengbi has rarely been able to get together with his friends because he has been tied up in Fox Court.
During these free days, I took Zhuque for a stroll, went to the Chixia Peak of the Red Feathered Serpent to watch the sunrise, went to the Water Palace of Wangxiang to catch pearls, and went to Beauty Ridge to greet the three sisters.
With the back and forth interactions, some of the estranged feelings were reunited.
Zhuque couldn't stand the loneliness, so Gong Mengbi asked: "I still need a messenger. If you are willing, you can stay with me."
The bamboo bird landed on Gong Mengbi's shoulder and said, "You should have said it earlier! I'm almost bored to death by myself."
Gong Mengbi rubbed his head and said, "I thought you could practice well, but who knew you would be so restless. You refuse to sleep, and you can't settle your mind. Instead of wasting your time, why not follow me and gain some experience?"
Wen Xiu then started to giggle foolishly.
The essence of plants and trees can naturally sleep for several years, even decades or hundreds of years. They grow and rest as the plants and trees grow and rest, with spring and summer as day and autumn and winter as night, and grow naturally.
But Wenxiu already had friends and often interacted with his neighbors. He preferred to be awake rather than asleep.
However, the Red Feathered Serpent was focused on his cultivation, and Wang Xiang, now a divine official in the Water Palace, was often busy directing the water and pushing the tide, often leaving him no time to spare. The Golden Toad remained underwater all day, making it even more impossible for him to play. The three sisters of Meiren Ridge lived in seclusion, so it was not convenient for him to go.
Gong Mengbi came to see him when he had time, which made him very happy.
Gong Mengbi saw that he was restless and had a lot of thoughts in his mind, so he decided to take him out for a look.
After resting at home for a few days, Gong Mengbi took Wenxiu back to Fox Courtyard.
He didn't have to say anything, just stand there and no fox would dare to cause trouble.
The second generation of foxes had been following Gong Mengbi for a long time, and had also been influenced by Kang Wen's generation, so they were quite smart.
The new students first came here in admiration of the profound Taoism, but who knew that after arriving, they would have to learn to read and write, compose articles and recite poems. The cultivation skills that they care about most also have to start from the most basic. After a long time, it is inevitable that they will become a little slack.
The study atmosphere is not good on weekdays. If the five ghosts and gods were not in charge every day, they might even make fun of the teacher.
Gong Mengbi saw this and realized that there was still a long way to go in terms of ideological education.
He personally taught the cultivation courses for the first two classes of fox disciples. While teaching them the cultivation, he would also ask them to set their minds and encompass the vastness of the universe in their small minds.
However, the Great Immortal Beilai has not yet realized the importance of this point. In addition, she is also needed to be in charge of Lanzhu Mountain, so she may not be able to devote her attention to it.
Gong Mengbi observed this group of foxes for a while and gradually had an idea in his mind.
There is no need to trouble the Great Immortal from the North. Gong Mengbi has opened a new subject for them, called Fox History.
As the name of "History of Foxes" goes, it naturally tells the history of the rise and fall of foxes.
Starting from ancient times, it traces the origin of foxes, tells the history of foxes, introduces fox gods and fox fairies, and tells the stories of gods related to foxes.
It is called Fox History, but it is actually ideological and political education.
Moreover, the history of foxes is easy to tell. The key lies in how to make them understand the pros and cons when telling the history, and how to take the opportunity to establish their heart of Taoism.
The heart that is devoted to the Tao is particularly important. Without a heart that is devoted to the Tao, even if the magical powers are tempting and the Tao is mysterious, it will not stop them from muddling through and using clever tricks to get by.
But you must never get away with your own practice by bluffing.
Fortunately, Gong Mengbi discovered the signs in time, and they could be improved with just a little guidance, so that the trend would not become solidified and irreversible.
In order to tell the history of foxes well, Gong Mengbi went to Tianhuyuan to consult Dr. Huang.
Because Tianhu Academy does not have any special history courses, most of the time the doctors just talk about their own understandings on a daily basis, and there is no written system.
Dr. Huang groaned for a moment and said, "I'm not well versed in history either. If you want to know about history, you should go to the Sutra Library and ask for classics. However, the classics belong to the fox spirits of the Huangfu family, so they may not be willing to guide you."
Gong Mengbi said, "If he is unwilling to give me guidance, then I will borrow the book and read it myself."
Dr. Huang nodded and said, "It would be better if he's willing to give you guidance. If he's not willing, you can read the books on your own, although it's more troublesome. It's just that the collections in the homes of aristocratic families are richer and contain more secrets than those in the Sutra Library."
Gong Mengbi said, "It's enough to teach Fox. I'll go and ask."
Huangfu Dianji was already old. When Gong Mengbi came to find him, he was taking a nap in a rocking chair with his eyes closed, holding a book in his hand, as if he was savoring the beauty of the book, but also seemed to have fallen asleep.
The fox fairy guarding the Sutra Library whispered, "Gong Mingfu is here to see you, please."
After calling him twice, Huangfu Dianji did not respond, but instead snored softly.
Gong Mengbi looked at the fox fairy who was leading the way. The fox fairy shook her head gently and led him out, saying, "Huangfu Dianji is old and often half asleep and half awake. If we disturb his sweet dreams, he will get angry, and we can't afford it."
Gong Mengbi sighed and said, "That's not my chance."
He was about to leave when a petite girl with round eyes came towards him. Seeing him, she said in surprise, "Mr. Mingfu, I'm surprised to meet you here."
Gong Mengbi was stunned for a moment, then smiled and said, "Miss Huangfu, it's been a long time since we last met."
Huangfu Chanyuan glanced at Gong Mengbi, then looked towards the courtyard where the classics were located and asked, "Mr. Mingfu, are you here looking for the classics?"
Gong Mengbi said, "I wanted to ask about the history of the fox clan, but unfortunately Huangfu Dianji has taken a break."
Huangfu Chanyuan laughed and said, "Come with me."
Gong Mengbi looked at the fox fairy who was leading the way, and the fox fairy smiled and said, "Go, your destiny has come."
Huangfu Chanyuan was in a very happy mood and walked briskly into Huangfu Dianji's yard. Seeing Huangfu Dianji who was half asleep and half awake, she took two steps at a time and ran to Huangfu Dianji's rocking chair, lifted up Huangfu Dianji's white beard and gently scratched his nose.
Huangfu Dianji sneezed and was about to get angry, but when he saw it was Huangfu Chanyuan, he felt helpless and said, "Little Ancestor, what are you doing here?"
Huangfu Chanyuan smiled and said, "Grandpa hasn't been home for so long, Grandma sent me to ask you when you're going back. If you don't plan to go back, she'll clear out your study and turn it into a silkworm room."
Huangfu Dianji covered his head and said, "This old woman is still acting strangely at her age. If you dare to imitate her, you might not be able to get married in the future."
Huangfu Chanyuan said, "I think you are tired of me. I will find someone to marry tomorrow so that you can have some peace and quiet."
Huangfu Dianji raised his hands in surrender and said, "Little Ancestor, please forgive me. Why would I bother you? I just look forward to you coming every day, but you don't come often."
Huangfu Chanyuan shook her neck and said, "I finally came here once and you were eager to marry me off. If I come here every day, you will kick me out of the house."
Huangfu Dianji begged for mercy: "My dear granddaughter, there are outsiders here, please give me some face."
Huangfu Chanyuan curled her lips, held back her words, and introduced, "This is Gong Mingfu, who came to seek your advice."
Huangfu Dianji looked Gong Mengbi up and down and said with a smile, "So it's you. You are indeed a handsome man."
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