latelenovela Chapter 234 Entry
Chapter 234 Entry
Chapter 234 Entry
The evil aura climbed onto Ji Kang, causing a look of pain to suddenly appear on his face. Then, he gritted his teeth, and a golden light burst forth from his body, suppressing the evil aura.
"Lord Ji, do you know if I have a way to help you?"
Ye Ru frowned, took two steps forward, and asked tentatively.
"No need. I still don't understand this evil aura. Once it's destroyed, I'm afraid there will be no more chances. Right now, I'm just a remnant soul, which I'm using to attach myself to this book in order to prolong my life."
Ji Kang stood up and then continued:
"You've come here to experience the Zen of clouds and water, haven't you? I'll lend you a hand, but I have a request. Years ago, I was harmed by Sima Zhao. Yuan Xiaoni once asked to learn this piece, but I refused. Now that the opportunity has come, could you help me spread this piece to the world? What do you say?"
"Sir, you were a man of great righteousness and a hero of your time. It is a pity that you were harmed by treacherous officials. Now, following your example, we will spread your teachings throughout the world and place them in the Holy Temple."
Upon hearing this, Ye Ru quickly bowed and said respectfully.
"I will play a piece called Guangling San for you, so that you may understand this Zen-like mind amidst clouds and water."
After saying that, Ji Kang gently plucked a string on the zither. As Ji Kang played slowly, a melody began to take form and spread outwards. After entering Ye Ru's body, he felt that the talent in the book palace became even purer.
"It is plain yet profound, slowly unfolding, and upon close examination, it is like a painting with flowing brushstrokes. If one does not appreciate it carefully, one will find it tasteless."
Ye Ru raised his head and listened carefully to the zither music. Beneath the music lay a powerful killing intent.
He then took the opportunity to enter into meditation.
"Hey, hey, Ye Ru, wake up! You've killed someone!"
At that moment, an anxious voice came, causing Ye Ru to slightly open his eyes. He saw that the voice was covered in blood and that there was a dagger in his hand.
"This is where?"
Ye Ru suddenly stood up and looked around warily, only to see an old woman and a young girl beside him.
"You are?"
"Don't you recognize us? I am your mother, and she is your sister. You killed someone. Quick, let's get out of here before it gets dark."
The old woman, carrying luggage, pulled Ye Ru away, trying to leave.
"I killed someone? You're my mother, and she's my sister?"
Ye Ru was completely baffled, but before he could think about it further, the old woman and the girl pulled him away and fled from there.
Because Ye Ru had no time to react, the three of them arrived in the State of Qi after traveling for three days and three nights.
The old woman ran a slaughterhouse, where she slaughtered pigs and sold meat every day.
"We made quite a bit of money today. Here, take this. Tomorrow we'll get up early and sell meat. That way we can make ends meet."
The old woman looked at Ye Ru with a smile.
"Mother?"
Ye Ru suddenly realized that this place seemed to be the Warring States period, with the seven states of Qi, Chu, Yan, Han, Zhao, Wei, and Qin, and he was currently in the state of Qi.
"I came here after listening to the great Confucian scholar Ji Kang's 'Guangling San'. Could it be that I've entered the realm of enlightenment?"
"Is Master Ye here?"
Just then, there was a knock on the door, and Ye Ru quickly got up to greet him.
“My name is Yan Zhongzi. I once served in the court of Marquis Ai of Han. Recently, I came to the State of Qi and heard that the chivalrous Ye is a loyal and righteous man. I have come to pay my respects and present him with a hundred gold pieces to wish Your Majesty’s mother a happy birthday.”
After the door opened, an elderly man dressed in a brocade robe introduced himself.
"Yan Zhongzi? So it's Lord Yan. I apologize for not greeting you properly."
After a moment of stunned silence, Ye Ru quickly bowed and said, thinking that this must be Ji Kang playing the "Guangling San" battle melody, but he didn't know how to escape from this illusion.
At that moment, a group of soldiers suddenly burst into Ye Ru's house, and a cold shout rang out.
"How dare you, Ye Ru, wield a sword and commit violence! Guards, arrest him and await your fate!"
The armored youth at the head of the group suddenly shouted.
"Wait! Hero Ye is a man of loyalty and righteousness. How dare you barge into a private residence in public!"
Just as the armored youth was about to arrest Ye Ru, Yan Zhongzi shouted angrily, causing the others to scatter.
"Lord Yan, I dare not. Based on the evidence, this person is indeed the murderer of Jiang Kuan. Please do not make things difficult for me, Lord Yan."
Upon seeing Yan Zhongzi, the armored youth immediately clasped his hands in greeting.
“You may leave. This family is innocent. I have also investigated them. Jiang Kuan has committed many evil deeds, which is why Heaven punished him. It has nothing to do with Master Ye.”
Yan Zhongzi waved his hand and shouted.
"This……"
"Hurry up and leave!"
Yan Zhongzi's eyes widened, and his voice rose a few decibels.
"Yes, I will leave immediately."
The armored youth's expression shifted, and with a final wave of his hand, he led his men away.
"Thank you for getting me out of that predicament, Lord Yan."
Ye Ru said respectfully.
"It's alright. I've always admired chivalrous people. I'm just here to offer a starting point. You are truly talented. Do you really want to live a secluded life in a quiet alley, doing nothing of note?"
Yan Zhongzi shook his head and said.
"My mother is still alive. I only wish for her to enjoy her old age in peace. I don't want to do anything else."
Ye Ru frowned, then said.
Although he knew where he was, he still needed to think things through carefully. This was an illusion, and the standards for passing through were different.
"Alright then, I currently reside in Puyang. If these soldiers continue to harass you, you can go to Puyang and find me directly."
Upon hearing this, Yan Zhongzi sighed and then took his leave.
Ye Ru returned to his bedroom, took out his long sword, and swung it several times before stopping. At the same time, his memories flooded back like a tide.
The imagery in this piece, "Guangling San," is that of Nie Zheng. Nie Zheng fled here with his mother and sister to avenge his father. If he were to do so, he would need to kill Han Xiang Xia Lei for Yan Zhongzi in order to escape this illusion.
This Xia Lei was notorious for his ruthlessness and cruelty, and was extremely hated by the people.
"I see."
Ye Ru held his long sword, gazed at the sky, and then went back to his bedroom to sleep.
Spring came and autumn went, and besides slaughtering pigs and selling meat, Ye Ru spent his time discussing the Four Books and Five Classics with Yan Zhongzi.
As time went on, Yan Zhongzi became increasingly amazed by Ye Ru's talent and regarded Ye Ru as a confidant, not caring about the opinions of others.
Three years later, Ye's mother passed away peacefully, and Ye Ru's older sister, Ye Rong, married someone else.
Ye Ru sat on the bed, holding a long sword. After observing three years of filial piety, he went to Puyang and arrived at Yan Zhongzi's house.
However, the place became extremely desolate, with no sign of human life.
Is Lord Yan at home?
Ye Ru called out twice, but no one answered.
"Lord Yan has already been captured and taken back to Korea. It is said that in three days, the Prime Minister of Korea will execute him. Poor Lord Yan, he served his country and its people, yet he is going to die at the hands of a villain. It is truly tragic..."
Hearing an old man sigh beside him, Ye Ru's pupils contracted sharply, and he immediately rushed towards South Korea...