Night falls, with stars everywhere, half of the bright moon hanging high, making the night full of mystery and beauty.

Next to the quietly burning bonfire, among the two teams of carriages, is a temporary, simple, but exquisite night pavilion, which is temporarily made with spells. But even if it is temporarily made, it is extremely exquisite. A beautiful dinner has ended.

In the evening pavilion, Ning Xiaolan, the princess of Ningguo, rinsed her mouth and washed her hands, quietly wore a veil.

Since returning with Zhang Quan, Ning Xiaolan has always been wearing a veil except for eating.

Zhang Quan was already very skillful and naturally picked up the teacup handed over by the maid, and no longer drank it in one gulp, but rinsed it into another older cup. Then the maid brought a small golden basin, and Zhang Quan washed his hands in it, and then reached out to ask the maid to help dry it.

Zhang Quan had already ‘studied’ and ‘adapted’ to such a life. It must be admitted that the etiquette from Ningguo, which was influenced by the so-called Confucianism, although it was cumbersome, could greatly demonstrate its dignity.

Being able to use spells instead of spells is an alternative test. This kind of life can cultivate and cultivate the mind well.

After dinner, Zhang Quanxing and Ning Xiaolan once again began to "discuss the Tao". But today's discussion of Tao is no longer "discuss", but "disputes".

A few days ago, Zhang Quan and Ning Xiaolan respectively analyzed their thoughts and explained them. What Zhang Quan explained was naturally the capital theory, industry and commerce, and the rich country of industry and commerce that was plagiarized from Li Xian, and the development of the theory of capital, and if domination is combined with the theory of capital.

What Ning Xiaolan explained is naturally Confucian thought. This is a thought that originated from the "East to the Shenzhou". (Note ①)

And today, the two ended their explanation and started the debate.

This is an opportunity to express yourself! Zhang Quan looked at his hazy face under the veil and felt passionate: "Miss Ning, please forgive me for taking the blame. I think Confucianism is similar to Taoist thoughts, and it is suitable for personal cultivation, but cannot be used to govern the country. Using Confucianism to govern the country will inevitably lead to chaos.

If the people commit crimes, will they not kill? Killing is contrary to benevolence and righteousness. If they do not kill, it is contrary to the public's will.

Is the war between countries relying so-called "influence" only? This obviously doesn't work!

What is the foundation of survival in the fairyland? Is it morality? I don’t think it is! The basis of survival is interests!

Survival itself is the embodiment of interests. Only when you eat and drink enough can you have the heart to consider other things.

If a country wants to be strong, its moral etiquette is superficial and is for others to see. What is really beneficial to the country is economic wealth, industry and people's livelihood, military strength, etc.

Therefore, Confucianism is available but not really used.”

"But if everyone pursues interests, it will cause people to fall into a whirlpool of interests. The human race itself is a big family. The country is also a big family. If everyone can be loved by each other, the whole country will be united and then what will be done without half the effort?"

"Ms. Ning's words make sense, but please allow me to ask back. Ningguo began to be influenced by Confucianism a hundred years ago. What is the situation in China so far? Has it met the expectations of the Confucian sages?

Let me guess first, even one-tenth of expectations have not been met!”

Zhang Quan said the last sentence with a decisive sentence.

Ning Xiaolan suddenly fell silent. In fact, although Ning Xiaolan was explaining Confucian thoughts in the past period of time, she was already overwhelmed by Zhang Quan's capitalist system.

The most important point here is that capitalism is always based on interests and practical interests, which is very feasible, and the great success of the Shang Kingdom is the most favorable proof.

In five years, the Shang Kingdom promoted the princes of the Daxia Kingdom, destroyed Qi Kingdom in ten days, formed an alliance with the Dragon Palace, and extended its influence to the Zhao Kingdom and other major countries in the inland state.

Are these proofs enough?

If not enough, there is also: the rocket test shot attracted a lot of attention. The sky fire bomb directly destroyed Yang Guo! These are all miracles of industry.

On the other hand, when Ning Xiaolan explained Confucianism, she either used a saint to say things or used metaphors. A real, realistic, and powerful proof, no!

When speaking, you should be realistic. This is especially true for debate.

Therefore, in the debate tonight, Ning Xiaolan quickly became an audience, listening to Zhang Quan's use of capitalism to refute Confucianism's "consideration of governing the country".

Finally, Zhang Quan summarized: "Confucian thoughts should have miraculous effects in educating the people. I have also been thinking about Confucian thoughts these days.

I believe that we can formulate laws, social morality, etc. that belong to Ningguo, and use this to enrich the flaws and radicalization in capitalist thought.

But the state is essentially still implementing capitalism.”

"Young Master Zhang is a talented man." Ning Xiaolan seemed to have a little admiration.

Zhang Quan looked at the beautiful face behind the veil and felt excited, "Where is it, thanks to the lady's explanation. If the lady hadn't had a deep understanding of Confucianism, Zhang Quan would not be able to combine the pros and cons of Confucianism and capitalism."

"Well..." Ning Xiaolan lowered her head, as if she was a little timid, and she said tone: "Young Master Zhang still calls her a lady, are we still so irritated..."

Zhang Quan suddenly felt passionate and blurted out, "Xiaolan..."

"Um."

Ning Xiaolan responded, twisting her body as if she was a little uneasy, and then got up and returned to the carriage as if she was running away.

Zhang Quan looked at Ning Xiaolan's back with a little satisfied and intoxicated look.

Zhang Yuan frowned slightly when he saw this, but he was more satisfied and proud - his son is amazing.

But Xiang Bowen, who has experienced countless storms, narrowed his eyes half-limited and didn't know what he was thinking.

But Ning Xiaolan returned to the carriage and slowly took off the veil in front of the dressing mirror. Behind the veil was a beautiful face, noble and dignified, beautiful and elegant, without any charm. It was just one thing that Ning Xiaolan's eyes were calm at this time, and there was no shyness.

The maid Ning Fangfang next to him asked carefully: "Princess, I have been familiar with Mr. Zhang for a while, why are you still wearing a veil?"

Ning Xiaolan slowly brushed her fingers across the silver mirror, "Fangfang, do you know why everyone likes roses? But peony, which is more beautiful than roses, has few mentioned it?"

Ning Fangfang frowned: "Everyone said yes, that's fine. What's the reason?"

"Some!" Ning Xiaolan smiled indifferently, but there was a deep wisdom in her smile. "The reason why everyone says that roses are beautiful is because roses have thorns! And peony has no thorns.

Because it is thorny, it is dangerous and rare. It is beautiful because of danger, and it is precious because of rare and rare.

Therefore, people often use peony to describe women in the Jinglou, but no one uses peony to describe women in good families, ladies and other families.”

"So that's it!" Ning Fangfang suddenly realized. Because, if you can't get it, you are beautiful! Therefore, the princess always wears a veil.

Ning Xiaolan gently brushed her fingers across the veil on the dressing table and smiled and said, "There is another point, if I don't wear a veil, how dare Zhang Quan look directly at this princess!

Only by allowing him to see but not be able to see it can he be fascinated.

And men, once they are fascinated..."

Ning Xiaolan didn't continue to say it, but the meaning was already very obvious.

After a moment of saliva, Ning Xiaolan spoke again: "Fangfang, do you want to make a name for yourself? Do you want to be inferior to others? Do you want to be superior to others? Do you want to say no to those who are pointing fingers, and even throw them into the prison?"

This twist was a bit big, but Ning Fangfang had been following Princess Ning Xiaolan, but she vaguely understood a little. After hesitating for a little, Ning Fangfang gritted her teeth, "But with the princess' order."

Ning Xiaolan turned her head and looked at Ning Fangfang, "Are you sure? You have to think clearly. If you don't want to, you can continue to follow me and share the work for me.

Once you are sure, you can only keep going. Maybe there is the Golden Avenue ahead, or maybe there is a deep abyss ahead. No matter what, you will pay the price. This price may ruin you."

When Ning Fangfang heard this, she was not afraid, but was excited and excited, "Princess, I am just a maid, what's the point?

Moreover, if you continue to be a maid, you will be a slave for the rest of your life and will only cause trouble for the princess. Although the slaves who are princesses are superior, if you have the chance, Fangfang wants to fight side by side with the princess.

If I have the opportunity to overtake men and make thousands of men bow their heads to the orders, no matter what the price I pay, no matter what the future, I am willing to try."

Ning Xiaolan continued to watch for a while and finally nodded, "Okay, tomorrow, I will give you to Zhang Quan."

This is considered important news. But Ning Fangfang seemed not surprised at all, without frowning, and asked calmly: "Princess, what do I need to do?"

(Special reminder: Li Yulong comes from Taihao Shenting in "Chixian Shenzhou". In this book, please regard Chixian Shenzhou and Dongsheng Shenzhou as two worlds.)
Chapter completed!