Red Mansions: My Book is Cool

The boat was sailing on the wide river. Jia Cong stood on the deck, watching the scenery on both sides leisurely, and the clear river flowed quietly under his feet.The nature hundreds of years ago has not been destroyed by human activities, presenting an original and intoxicating beauty.Being in it, in a trance, Jia Cong will have a feeling of going back in time.His hometown in his previous life was also a city on the banks of the Yangtze River, and the water of the Yangtze River also flowed non-stop day by day, flowing eastward into the sea.He grew up drinking the water from the Yangtze River.Hundreds of years have passed in time and space, human affairs have changed, and the Yangtze River has been nurturing all beings for thousands of years, without any change. A kind of sigh of "life is endless, and the river and the moon are only similar year after year" is felt in my heart. born.

Many years later, I traveled on a ship again, and this time, I returned to the long-lost capital.Jia Cong served as a local official and was promoted to the magistrate. Every year, his performance evaluation was excellent, and his official reputation was also good.This time he was transferred to the household department as a doctor, which seemed to be a mediocre transfer, but the brother who worked in the official department revealed to him that his superiors intend to reuse him, and the future is promising, which is a happy event.Even my grandfather and grandmother are very happy to be able to return to the place where they have lived for most of their lives. When people get old, it is inevitable to miss their homeland. Although Jiangnan is good, they always want to return to their roots.

The children's giggles came from the cabin, clear as silver bells, and carefree; the wife was talking to her grandmother, her voice was crisp and soft, and it could be heard that both of them were in a good mood, a scene of peaceful years, Jia Cong couldn't help smiling.He suddenly remembered a passage from a trainer who started his postgraduate entrance examination in his previous life, and he took it very seriously: a good man must make his parents feel that they have given birth to a good son at the age of 25; At the age of 35, let the wife feel that she has married a good husband; at the age of 45, let the children feel that they have a good father.

Jia Cong feels that, so far, he should have done well in the first two items.As for the latter item, he is also working hard to do it.He has a son and a daughter under his knees. He has a very close relationship with them, but he is not lacking in strictness. He is both a loving father and a strict father, and he pays great attention to the education of children.

When he was in Jia's family, he was just an insignificant concubine, so naturally he was not seen by Jia's mother, Jia She, and Mrs. Xing; On the one hand, Jia Zheng hates iron and steel, has no communication, only knows to yell and scold at every turn, this kind of family atmosphere is also very abnormal, so Jia Baoyu has been cultivated into a delicate flower in the greenhouse, without responsibility, blindly indulging in his own world In the middle of the dream, the dream suddenly shattered, and it was extremely difficult to accept.Therefore, when the news came that Jia Baoyu had left with a monk, Jia Cong was not surprised, but even Jia Dairu sighed once, saying that if the Tao did not leave home, Jia Baoyu's life would be difficult!What a handsome and spirited child he was, it was a pity that he was raised and disabled!

His wife, Xie Qianyu, came out of the cabin and leaned gently beside Jia Cong, admiring the scenery on the river with him.She was originally born in a wealthy family in the south of the Yangtze River. Her family was enlightened, and her daughter and son were raised in the same way. She also studied and practiced calligraphy since she was a child, and at the same time learned some housework from female celebrities.This marriage was agreed upon by Jia Cong's sister-in-law. After careful consideration, Qian Yu's father went to see Jia Cong in person and observed for a long time before agreeing to the marriage.Jia Cong was originally a child of the Rongguo Mansion. The Xie family had been in the south of the Yangtze River for a long time, so he didn't have a good impression of the Jia family in Jinling, and the Rongguo Mansion fell again.Qian Yu's mother was originally against this marriage, but his father was very confident and said that Jia Cong is completely different from Jia's family in terms of character.Talent is outstanding, don't worry.When the two first got married, the mother was still full of doubts, worrying that her daughter would be unkind.

But these years, Jia Cong's performance made Xie Qianyu and Xie's family very happy, and Madam Xie repeatedly praised her husband for his foresight and foresight.Since Xie Qianyu married into the Jia family, her life has been very comfortable.There is no mother-in-law at the top, and Jia Dairu and his wife don't interfere with the family affairs. They just enjoy their old age and enjoy their grandchildren. After observing Xie Qianyu's actions for a period of time, Jia Cong let her fully control the power of the housekeeper. Before that, he specially gave She told what Wang Xifeng did and what happened, and reminded her without any trace.Xie Qianyu was not such a greedy and cruel woman, but after hearing Jia Cong's words, she became more vigilant and careful, and would never make enemies for her family.

What satisfied Xie Qianyu the most was Jia Cong's insistence on not taking concubines.At that time, Jia Cong's official position was not small, and he was in charge of one party. The businessmen and officials who wanted to curry favor with him had long been impressed with him, and they were thinking about how to build a relationship with him.Jia Cong is a man-machine changer, but he insists on principles. He will accept the conventional "ice respect" and "charcoal respect" like everyone else, but he will never be greedy and resolutely reject those who have crossed the line.Someone sent him all kinds of beauties, Yangzhou skinny horses, and he also returned them, saying that he was only monogamous and lived a good life, which surprised Xie Qianyu.

Her own natal family can also be regarded as a scholarly family.The rules are stricter, but her father also has a concubine's room, there is only a clear distinction between wives and concubines, and concubines.At that time, Xie Qianyu was still feeling uneasy, for fear that he would be accused by Jia Dairu and his wife and others of being jealous and unvirtuous, which would be a serious mistake.

But Jia Cong said don't worry, this is what he did voluntarily.I have suffered from concubines since I was a child, and I don't want my children to suffer too.There is a difference between concubine and concubine, this is the rule of this world, and everyone in the world thinks it is justified.If the concubine and concubines were treated equally, it would not only attract criticism and accusations from the world, but it would also be unfair to the legitimate son and wife.But what did the bastard do wrong, to be born humble?Therefore, open and secret struggles among officials and officials, concubines, wives and concubines emerged endlessly.In fact, the root is still in the husband, not taking concubines, not giving birth to concubine sons, is the fundamental way to have a harmonious family.

Jia Cong not only said so, but also practiced it, becoming a very rare official in the officialdom without a concubine.Being not lecherous is a commendable character, and he has a firm attitude. People who know his background gradually stop coming.

Xie Qianyu felt distressed and grateful for it.I don't know how many grievances Jia Cong suffered in Jia's family, so he came up with such a different idea?But also because of this, Xie Qianyu and the children can exclusively enjoy all the affection and care of her husband and father.Xie Qianyu secretly burned a stick of incense to Jia Mu and others in the temple, expressing his heartfelt gratitude.

"Qianyu, we are going to stay in Gusu for a few days to meet Zhou Tongzhi and his wife. Mrs. Xue, you have only heard of her name, but you have never met her."

Xie Qianyu said with a smile: "Then Mrs. Xue is a very good person. Every year, she never forgets to give our family a suitable gift. It is not too eye-catching. It is mostly novel and practical. I am grateful for your care for Xue's family, but you didn't make any demands, and acted in a very measured way."

"She has always been like this. When I was still in Rongguo Mansion, she was very considerate in everything. Just like Jia Huan, even his own sister Tanchun looked down on him. She is a relative of the second wife and can be polite. Treat each other angrily. It's just that it's hard to talk to each other." Jia Cong sighed.

The soul of modern people resides in his body. He actually thinks that Xue Baochai is good, even if he does it intentionally, at least it will make people feel respected and comfortable. You have to dig out your heart and lungs for him.Xue Baochai's thoughtfulness towards him certainly has his own selfishness, but this kind of grateful attitude is much stronger than what the Jia family took for granted.

"Sir, this is rare. Then Mrs. Xue is a smart person." Xie Qianyu said with a smile

Jia Cong was silent for a moment, then smiled and said, "Yes, that's why she can put aside the past and live with a smile."

"Sister Xue, you said, Baoyu has arrived in Gusu?" Jia Cong asked in surprise.

Xue Baochai and her husband entertained Jia Cong's family graciously, and invited Jia Congfu to speak privately on the grounds of asking Jia Cong to bring some things to Beijing to give to his aunt.Xie Qianyu had already learned from Jia Cong about the grievances between Bao Daichai and was a little surprised at the moment.

"That's right, Ying'er saw him when he came back from Jinling, so I sent someone to find out. He's a wandering monk now, and he's temporarily staying in a small temple. It's not convenient for me to get in touch with him, so let me tell you, See how to deal with it." Xue Baochai hesitated for a moment: "If you don't want to bother, I'll send someone to donate some silver taels to his temple, and after he's settled down, go back to the capital and tell my uncle Baoyu's whereabouts, and let him deal with it. .”

After thinking for a while, Xue Baochai shook her head again and said: "My aunt has passed away, and my uncle has long been disheartened by Baoyu's abandonment of his family, and he himself is weak and sick. I'm afraid he won't go all the way south, alas!"

There was melancholy in her voice: "At my birthday banquet that year, an opera troupe was arranged to sing. There was a piece of "Parasite Grass", and I read it carefully to him. Unexpectedly, it turned out to be a prophecy. !"

"I'd better take a look!" Jia Cong sighed.

Jia Cong found Jia Baoyu in a desolate temple surrounded by mountains and swirling water, deep in lush forests and deep bamboos.After many years, Jia Baoyu is no longer the elegant and elegant son of the past. He is dressed in black black clothes, his hair has been shaved, his whole body is lonely and lonely, and there is also a trace of detachment.

The image of Jia Baoyu in front of him was completely beyond his expectation.For a moment, Jia Cong was filled with emotions, and the desolate tune seemed to sound in his ears:

"Many tears of heroes, away from the family of the scholar.Thank you for your compassion, I was ordained under the lotus platform.There is no way, and we are separated in a blink of an eye.Naked, come and go without worries.Where to ask, smoke and rain hats roll in a single line?As long as I am, straw sandals and broken bowls will change according to fate! '

Can only sigh!

"Second Brother Bao, long time no see." Jia Cong was stunned for a moment before greeting.

"The poor monk forgets the dust, Shishi is being polite!" Jia Baoyu clasped his palms together and saluted, his tone was calm and his expression remained unchanged.

"Second brother Bao, the second wife passed away a few years ago, and the second master stands alone. If he finds out about you, he will be happy!" Jia Cong asked tentatively: "It just so happens that I'm going back to the capital, why don't you Come back with me!"

"Shi Shi, I'm done with the world." Jia Baoyu was unmoved: "This world can't accommodate me, and I also think the world is desolate and absurd. Since the world and I have lost each other, why bother to re-enter the world of mortals, which will only cause hatred and trouble?"

Jia Cong was silent for a long time: "Second Brother Bao, did you come to Gusu to pay homage to Sister Lin?"

Jia Baoyu said solemnly: "Shi Shi, thank you for your benevolent actions back then, so that she can finally return to her homeland. I thank you poor monk. The Jia family, including me, sucked up her blood, but they didn't even let her return to her roots." can do it."

"The poor monk just wants to stay in Gusu, chant scriptures and pray for her every day, hoping that her soul can rest in peace in her hometown!" Jia Baoyu lowered his eyes, his expression was serious, but his attitude was firm.

Back then you were cowardly and incompetent, that's why you let her die with hatred. Now that she's dead, what's the use of regretting and mourning?This is not affectionate, but escape!Jia Cong wanted to persuade him again, but Jia Baoyu was not persuaded that day, and Wang Chen did not look back today, so that's all.

Jia Cong shook his head helplessly, and decided to discuss with Zhou Jixuan that he would contribute money to repair the temple, get some incense money every month, and buy a few acres of land around, so that Jia Baoyu could be self-sufficient.It's not that Jia Cong had a heart attack, but that Jia Cong has lived a fulfilling and happy life over the years.Happy people don't mind being kind to others.Since we met once, it is also fate!

Suddenly, Jia Cong had a thought. This place seems to be not far from Lin Daiyu’s burial place. He remembered a hidden detail in the book "A Dream of Red Mansions". Jia Yucun met an old monk in a deserted temple in a bamboo forest in the wild, leading to the whole book. The story, the grass snake and the gray line are thousands of miles away!

Jia Cong's heart trembled, his throat was dry, and it seemed to be a fateful arrangement.

He took a deep breath: "Second brother Bao, are you willing to write all this down, let the world know this story, and pass it on to future generations?"

"The paper is full of absurd words, tears of sadness! It's all about the author's insanity, who can understand it?"

"The paper is full of absurd words, full of bitter tears!" Jia Baoyu murmured several times in his mouth, and the color of grief flashed in his eyes.

"Then let's call it "A Dream of Red Mansions". It turns out that the colorful flowers bloom everywhere, and all the wells are ruined, leaving only a vast expanse of whiteness. The land is so clean!" Jia Baoyu murmured as he looked into the distance.In the mountain forest under the distant sky, sister Lin is sleeping peacefully here, surrounded by luxuriant grass and melting cold moon.

'The bones are like a mountain and I forget my surname. It's nothing more than a son and a red makeup! '