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Volume 6: The Rising Sun Chapter 535: Chinese Literati

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    China is about to usher in the first Spring Festival after world peace. The capital city of Xi'an is one of the four ancient capitals in the world. With the vigorous construction in recent years, it has developed into a modern metropolis with a population of nearly 10 million.  The new mayor of Xi'an, Ling Siwen, has very innovative and avant-garde urban construction ideas. He combines modern urban elements with the historical heritage of the ancient capital, and transforms Xi'an into a beautiful garden that inherits the past and the present to welcome the arrival of the New Year.  The city of Xi'an is very lively. Although it cannot be said that "all nations come to visit", people from all over the country and various ethnic groups, as well as a large number of Yi people, are studying, gold mining and sightseeing here, making Xi'an a typical international metropolis.  .  Wu Erbin invited Chen Jiayong to visit various places. He was very satisfied and said to Ling Siwen who accompanied him: "Boy, you are more capable than your father." Ling Siwen said: "Uncle, there is no such thing as the previous generation who endured hardships to conquer the world. Our next generation will  Construction is out of the question." Chen Jiayong said: "That's right, people can't forget their roots. I still remember the first lime kiln that your father and Uncle James built on the cliff.  I went to light the first fire.¡±

    Chen Jiayong visited the education department again. Minister of Education Kang Yuxuan (Mo Lin), President of Western University Zhao Ruilin and others reported on the work.  Kang Yuxuan said: "We are currently adopting a 16-year compulsory education system based on national schools, that is, 6 years of primary school, 6 years of middle school, and 4 years of university. Private education is supplemented. Universal education and elite education go hand in hand, and university education and science and technology and humanities are combined.  Combined with the actual needs of society, professional disciplines can be adjusted at any time. The number of comprehensive research universities has grown to 500. It accepts 300,000 foreign students every year, and the income is very considerable." Chen Jiayong said: "The money earned from foreigners subsidizes us  China's education is good, and we have also exported China's civilization and advanced culture. However, education, like the medical and health sector, must not be marketed as an industry, but as a public welfare institution.  You must persevere. There is a man named Wei Zijian. You may all know him. He is my eldest son-in-law who died in Nanyang. What a talent! His family lives in the mountains of western Yunnan. Life is very difficult. If the university accepts  If he pays tuition fees, he will not be able to go out of the mountains to study in Xi'an and become a talent. Instead, he will go to the city to work. We must educate everyone, and the rich and the poor must be on the same starting line for education. Of course, we do not  It excludes the children of wealthy families who spend a lot of money to go to elite schools. But national universities must not charge students tuition fees! Otherwise, what should the government do? Is it just collecting taxes?"

    Wu Erbin said hurriedly: "General Counselor, what you said is so good. The government has recently increased its investment in education by 1 percentage point, which is 15 billion Asian dollars. We feel a little sad, but Minister Kang  The reasons are similar to what you taught me. I asked Vice President Xu Yanbing of the Government Affairs Council in charge of education to quickly approve the budget." Chen Jiayong said: "Xiao Wu Chairman Wu, you handled it very well! You ensured the hard work of education.  Investment, but what the education industry gives back to the country is a hundred times the soft power, and it is a cause that will last forever."

    Chen Jiayong went to the Ministry of Culture again, and was warmly welcomed by Minister Guo Moruo.  Chen Jiayong knew that Mr. Guo, who was 8 years older than him, was a famous contemporary new poet, dramatist, calligrapher, historian, and expert on oracle bone inscriptions. He had written many books throughout his life and enjoyed a high reputation both inside and outside China. He was also a member of the United World Council.  Member of the Committee for the Defense of the Peace.  But this man has a problem, that is, he flatters and flatters the powerful.  For example, M Ling is touted as "the great goddess who maintains world peace", and now Wu Erbin is touted as "a rising star in Chinese politics", etc., which is a bit disgusting.  It also put forward the view that "literature and art must sing the main theme and actively serve the politics of New China."  When Chen Jiayong was in power, he only admired him but did not appreciate him and rarely interacted with him.  At this time, Guo Moruo put aside the old chairman who had resigned, and had a heated discussion about Tang poetry with the new chairman Wu Erbin. He repeatedly praised Chairman Wu's wonderful interpretation of Tang poetry, and his talent and level could be compared to the contemporary Li Bai.  Even Wu Erbin himself felt embarrassed.

    Chen Jiayong was left aside, just smiling and saying nothing.  He was meditating on the poem recited by Liang Daochang, but at this moment he got a taste of it: it was an acrostic poem, and the beginning of the sentence was "Jiashen Three Hundred Years' Festival".  Isn't this another book written by Lao Guo a few years ago? The content of the book seems to be a summary of the success and failure of Li Zicheng's peasant army. It obviously contains praise and regret, and has a clear emphasis on class struggle.  What is Taoist Liang reminding me Lao Guo in later generations served as the president of the Academy of Sciences, but he wrote poems about the high-yielding fields of the People's Commune in Ziwuxu with an output of 130,000 kilograms per mu.  People who praise whoever is on stage have serious problems with their political personality.  right!  Evaluate history objectively and stay away from imperial literati!

    On the way back, Chen Jiayong said to Wu Erbin: "Little scoundrel, you have only been reciting poems for a few years and you are comparable to the poet Li Bai. You are quite good!" Wu Erbin said hurriedly: "Godfather, you forced me to memorize my Tang poems."  Yes, I just met Li Bai and Du Fu in their poems. They are like ants and elephants to the poets and poets. There is no comparison. Let me fool Li Cheng.?They can, but in front of Master Guo, I am just a layman. I feel depressed when communicating with him.  Yes, he is bragging yes, he is complimenting me, right?  "Chen Jiayong said: "Your chairmanship is being praised by others, just like the warm wind blowing. It's so swaying and comfortable. It's better than being scolded.  "Wu Erbin said: "That's truebut I'm not Li Bai after all. He's exaggerating.  Godfather, you are reminding me.  Chen Jiayong said: "That's right. Fortunately, you still have some self-awareness."  We Chinese intellectuals have a common problem, that is, their spines are too soft. Don¡¯t blame them. This is also a bad habit caused by thousands of years of feudal autocracy. Mr. Guo is a typical example.  I suggest that an independent liberal arts college be established so that Guo Moruo can concentrate on studying his literature and oracle bone inscriptions and stay away from politics, so as to preserve his reputation.  There is one candidate for the Minister of Culture, Chen Rende, the deputy editor-in-chief of Huaxin News Agency. We also need to add Mr. Zhou Shuren, who is known for criticizing current affairs, as the deputy minister. Then there is the deputy minister Shu Wanxiu. There are three left, center and right factions.  , Only then can a hundred flowers bloom and a hundred schools of thought contend.  Especially that Mr. Zhou, he is a man who "walks through the bustling city with an old hat" and "seeks poems angrily against the sword." There are thorns all over his body. It's up to you whether you can listen to his harsh words.  Bar.  "Wu Erbin said: "In ancient times, there was a saying that 'militaries die in battle, and writers die in admonishment'. Admonitions are like mirrors. As long as he scolds you rightly, how can we not listen?  I'll do this right away.  "

    On New Year¡¯s Eve, the bustling city of Xi¡¯an was ablaze with fireworks. On behalf of the Chinese United Government, Wu Erbin hosted a grand cocktail party and entertained guests from various countries, envoys from various countries to China, friendly people, etc.  After the banquet, the Spring Festival Gala was held and broadcast to the world through satellite TV. It was as lively as if the whole world was celebrating the Chinese Spring Festival.

    In Changle Courtyard, in addition to the working people of the Chen family who had to go out to socialize, Chen Jiayong, Liu Yunniang, Huazi, Q Ling, M Ling, Wenxiu, Guizi, and Zhizhen were sitting around watching the live broadcast of the New Year's Eve event on TV.  The program is exciting and eye-catching.  Chen Jiayong didn't take it seriously, but the song "Olive Tree" sung by actress Hu Die moved him.  The song goes:

    "Don't ask me where I come from, / My hometown is far away. / Why wander? / Wandering far away, wandering; / For the birds flying in the sky, / For the gentle streams in the mountains, / For the broad grasslands, /  Wandering far away, wandering/and, and/for the olive tree in the dream, olive tree,/don't ask me where I come from,/my hometown is far away/why wandering,/why wandering far away?  /For the olive tree in my dream/Wandering, wandering far away

    Chen Jiayong responded softly and sighed: "Alas! Why are you wandering, wandering The olive tree in my dream, where are you" The Q-year-old asked Chen Jiayong: "Little brother, do you feel lost after you retired?  "Chen Jiayong said: "No, I am only happy! We have worked hard for decades, just to have such a grand event every year. Erbin is becoming more and more capable, organizing the Spring Festival Gala so well. And  With the support of Brother Feng, Yiman and the others, they are doing a good job now, so it¡¯s time for us to take a break." Everyone agreed.

    Chen Jiayong arrived at the Dai Mansion not far away, and Yuzi greeted him in surprise.  She said: "Sister Fangzi and the others have gone out. She stayed at home to take care of Jizu." Chen Jiayong teased Dai Jizu for a while, and then made out with Yuko for a while.  After a while, Fangzi returned to the courtyard with Fangfang and Yuanyuan, the three ladies Yuehua, Adi, Yurou, and Hu Die. Seeing Chen Jiayong coming over, she hurriedly asked for supper.  Fangzi said: "There are a lot of social activities outside, husband, you are at leisure." Chen Jiayong said: "I just happen to accompany you sisters." Hu Die has not taken off her makeup yet. She is 38 years old, but she looks like she is only 30 years old.  At the peak of maturity, beauty and art.  She toasted to Chen Jiayong and said: "Sir, thank you for inviting me to the capital and participating in the Spring Festival Gala performance." Chen Jiayong said: "We are all a family, how can we ignore you in Shanghai? You are  Queens in the film industry have great appeal. I didn¡¯t expect that you, a big movie star, can also sing very well. Your song "Olive Tree" moved me very much." Hu Die said: "This song is mine  A friend of mine wrote it, and I thought it was a true portrayal of me, so I sang it. I loved singing when I was a child, but unexpectedly, I got into film school and embarked on a career in film, and singing became a hobby. "

    Chen Jiayong was talking to the girls. Unexpectedly, it was late at night. Fangzi whispered: "Husband, you can stay in sister Hu Die's room tonight. She has admired you for a long time." Chen Jiayong said: "She is a big star and actress.  , I also admire her very much, butit's a bit too abrupt." Fangzi said: "This courtyard is full of your women, and Yuehua is still pregnant. Why don't you feel sorry for Sister Hu Die?  Did she invite you personally?" Then she pushed him into Hu Die's room

    Hu Die took off her clothes, took a bath and changed her clothes. At this time, she was thinking about something in her room: when she arrived at Dai's house, her sisters were very kind to her, and Fang Fang and Yuan??, step-grandfather and nephew made her feel the warmth of family.  Dai Li died for his country, and she was heartbroken, but Dai Li's brother Chen Jiayong came into her sight again.  When she arrived in Xi'an, she learned that both Yuehua and Yuzi were pregnant, and that the Dai Mansion was actually the "Chen Mansion". She felt his concern everywhere, but she didn't dare to dream of being with him Although she was a fan and  He has many admirers, and he considers himself noble, but he is just a movie actor, so how can he dare to reach out to him Sister Yoshiko said she would send him here tonight, can he come

    Chen Jiayong was pushed into the door, and the door was locked by Fangzi.  The husband's intention to enter the boudoir late at night is self-evident.  Hu Die was overjoyed and her heart was beating wildly, but she sat down to welcome him very reservedly.  Chen Jiayong looked around and said: "Sister Hu Die, your room is very warmly decorated the dress you are wearing is very beautiful you" He couldn't find the words for a moment, and his embarrassment showed.  After hearing this, Hu Die felt sweet in her heart and whispered: "SirBrother, thank you" Chen Jiayong said hurriedly: "No, no, I'm here to have a drink." Hu Die quickly brought a few  After taking stock of snacks, Chen Jiayong was served wine and drank with him. After three cups and two, Hu Die's face turned red and she sighed: "Brother, I'm getting older, am I still as beautiful as before?  "Chen Jiayong said: "Sister, you are still young, of course you are beautifulespecially the dimples on your face are very charmingI have watched all the movies you have acted in, and I have always been your loyal fan." Hu Die said:  "Those are just my shadows on the screen. When I dance to clear my shadow, it doesn't look like I'm in the human world. I turn around the Zhu Pavilion, look down at the house, and look at the sleepless" But I I am a big living person, and I also need someone.  Love" Faced with Hu Die's confession, Chen Jiayong couldn't bear it any longer. He hugged her and said, "Sister, I am your admirer, you are the goddess! We are not as good as Tang Seng, so we have to become disciples again.  ¡­¡±

    Hu Die was trying his best to flatter him when the rain came after a long drought, wishing he could swallow the man he liked in one gulp; Chen Jiayong cuddled up against the jade, showing off his power, and after several battles with the rain, Hu Die surrendered.  She said happily: "Die'er doesn't know many people, she is a high-minded person, and she found the olive tree in my dream. I will be with Mr. Ding for the rest of my life." Chen Jiayong said: "Die'er, I like you too. Come to Xi'an.  , Lan Ping of the Film Bureau became a monk, but she still needs a leader." Hu Die said: "I just can't stand her, so I stayed in Shanghai. Tianma Film Studio makes better movies than those in Xi'an.  !" Chen Jiayong said: "Is that why I asked you to be the director of the Film Bureau?" Hu Die said: "I just like making movies. I'm not interested in being a director." Chen Jiayong said: "Then become the dean of the Film Academy. I'm sorry.  I can¡¯t make a movie with you." Hu Die agreed.

    Wu Erbin forced his godfather Chen Jiayong to meet Zhou Shuren specially.  I saw that he was in his 50s, with a thin build, wearing a bamboo cloth gown, with sunken cheeks and a slovenly appearance.  Zhou Shuren took a cigarette and smoked it fiercely, and said bluntly: "Mr. Jiayong, happy New Year! I have discussed this with my good friend Lao Mao before, and I asked: 'Mr. Runzhi, if you become a politician, how will you treat me?'  After thinking for a long time, Runzhi replied: "I'm afraid he's in prison." I already knew what was wrong with my mouth. But I have studied medicine, and dissecting society is like medicine. There must be no falsehoods. We must make society healthy.  For forward development, we need a sharp scalpel, and I have such a scalpel in my life. You did not send me to prison, but you were hired as the first deputy minister of the Ministry of Culture. I am very grateful. But I will never be a royal scholar.  That¡¯s me!¡± After saying that, he lit another cigarette.  Wu Erbin clapped his hands and said: "Mr. Zhuangzai, I admire you endlessly for your 'smile and let go of grudges'. No matter how you scold you in the future, I will listen attentively. You cannot be exempted from your position as a professor at Xi'an University and continue to teach."  It's just that you smoke too much and it's harmful to your health. Can you reduce it?" Zhou Shuren said movedly: "Chairman Wu, writing poetry is just my hobby. It's just like that. There are many masters. However, you are the first to start from the body.  People who care about me I can't quit smoking, but I will smoke less." Wu Erbin hurriedly called for a few sticks of ginseng and said: "I asked the cigarette factory to provide you with the best special cigarettes.  ." Zhou Shuren said with a smile: "You can let me get stronger so that I can continue to use the scalpel?" Wu Erbin said: "That's right!"

    Zhou Shuren said to Chen Jiayong: "Those who know me well, Mr. Jiayong, you are a pioneering pioneer in China! Although I know that the chronic disease of China's feudal rule for thousands of years will require long-term dissection and treatment, I will spare no effort to do it." Chen Jiayong  Said: "Sir, what you said is absolutely true. What I have been doing these years is the hardware work of restoring the unification of China. You are a software master who consolidates the spiritual barriers of China!" Zhou Shuren said: "Mr. Jiayong, you have to be brave.  Throughout my life, I have written a lot of books, but I have never been able to compare with you. With your encouragement, I will try my best to do it. Lao Guo became the Minister of Culture on the recommendation of Lao Mao. We were in the Left Alliance back then.  There are differences. He mainly praises the authorities, and I mainly criticize. We are two people." Chen Jiayong said: "Mr. Guo was the first to translate Tolstoy's masterpiece "War and Peace", and I still remember it.  Wonderful language: 'A man lives consciously for himself,'?He is an unconscious instrument for the historical purpose of all mankind.  Actions committed by people are irreversible. One person's actions occur simultaneously with countless actions of others, and they have historical significance.  The higher a person stands on the social ladder, the more people he has relationships with, the greater his power over others, and the more obvious his destiny and inevitability in every action become.  What a translation!  It is normal for you to have academic disputes. You are two people. It is not bad for a hundred flowers to bloom and a hundred schools of thought to contend, each pursuing its own path.  Zhou Shuren said: "I hope so."  "(Afterwards, Mr. Zhou almost became the Wei Zheng of the Tang Dynasty. He kept the authorities from coming to power many times and was known as a mirror of Chinese politics; Mr. Guo became a great master in literature, history, and archeology. Mr. Guo was 82 years old.  In the end, Mr. Zhou also lived to the age of 98. This is a topic for another day.)¡ª¡ª

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