binnovel Chapter 406 Surrender
Chapter 406 Surrender
Chapter 406 Subjugation
"Then what?"
Seemingly engrossed in Ye Ru's lecture, Zhang Dong's eyes suddenly lit up, and he quickly asked a question.
He vaguely sensed that this was an opportunity; if he could fully understand Ye Ru's doctrines, his own level of understanding would likely improve dramatically.
"Let's not say any more. These two points alone could benefit us for a lifetime. I never expected that Chief Scholar Ye's understanding of the classics of the saints would reach such a profound level."
Taking a deep breath, Zhang Zhi said with a wry smile, "This is simply too obscure. Let alone a Hanlin scholar, even a great Confucian scholar would probably find it hard to understand."
“It’s okay. Go on and say that they can’t think of this. I can think of what the third point is. If you can satisfy me, then you’ve passed the second hurdle.”
Star Ape King waved his hand, indicating that he had benefited greatly, and then said loudly.
These words made Zhang Zhi and Zhang Dong's faces fall. If they couldn't understand what Ye Ru said before, they definitely wouldn't understand what he was going to say next.
"Then I shall dare to speak."
Ye Ru bowed to him, and Star Ape King returned the bow with a solemn expression on his face.
He now admired the young man in front of him more and more; what he said was enough to save him years of arduous training.
"The third layer means being useful, which means that a person should have a skill and a sense of responsibility. If they are in a position, they should do their job and not neglect their duties."
After Ye Ru finished speaking, he smiled at the Star Ape King and then said:
"Is it time for the third question?"
Upon hearing this, Star Ape King's expression changed, and then he remembered the bet from earlier, which made him momentarily speechless.
This scene made everyone present unable to hold back their laughter, as if they were about to burst out laughing.
"I haven't even said whether I'm satisfied with this question or not, and you're already in such a hurry? Or are you making this up?"
After a moment, Star Ape King smirked and then said.
"Hehe, justice resides in the hearts of the people. Doesn't the Ape King know whether he's satisfied or not? Heaven is watching what people do."
Ye Ru smiled faintly, seemingly unaffected. He knew that what he said was not wrong at all, and that his words might have already been recorded by the Holy Temple. If the Star Ape King disagreed or tried to suppress him, the Holy Temple would automatically issue a judgment.
"Okay, for the third question, can Confucius actually live up to the sayings in the Analects?"
Seeing the soldiers mocking him, Star Ape King's face turned quite red, and then he asked sternly.
At the same time, he was also very nervous. If the other party really answered these three questions correctly, he would have to keep his word.
This is also the most difficult question, because Confucius has already achieved sainthood in the physical body, and no one can judge whether Confucius can actually do what he said.
Seeing Ye Ru deep in thought, Zhang Dong exchanged a glance with Zhang Zhi, took a deep breath, and felt a little uneasy.
"Regardless of whether Confucius could actually achieve this, the Analects was compiled by Confucius's disciples and their disciples, and was completed in the early Warring States period. This classic work of sages first and foremost records the words and deeds of Confucius and his disciples. Secondly, this classic work of sages is not merely about making people into great individuals, but also includes their political views, moral thoughts, and so on."
"Thirdly, the Analects, compiled by Confucius' disciples, was intended to provide a moral standard for future generations. Every sage has his own thoughts, and their thoughts cannot converge. The various schools of thought are different, and each school has its own standards, which can lead to conflicts. Therefore, what you said does not contradict the Analects. Confucius could not possibly do everything because he was not an emperor of a country."
After clearly explaining these points, Ye Ru looked at the Star Ape King and said...
"this…"
"Yes, what Ye Anshou said is correct. Confucius was not an emperor. There are some things that he only imagined and did not actually implement, but such ideas still have positive significance."
Zhang Dong nodded, seemingly agreeing with Ye Ru's statement.
The Star Ape King remained silent, sensing that the barrier he hadn't broken through for a long time was now fluctuating.
"I never expected that after waiting for so long, I would actually meet a genuine gentleman."
Star Ape King took a deep breath, then bowed respectfully, abandoning his previous arrogance, and spoke to Ye Ru with great deference.
Ye Ru's talent has now truly impressed him.
"Ok?"
Ye Ru frowned. What did the other party mean by that? Could it be that the other party had been waiting for someone to impart their knowledge to him?
"Sir, you may not know this, but our Star Ape clan is not like other demonic beasts. Our thoughts are the same as those of humans. We are born with an interest in reading. It's just a pity that we don't have the same intellectual capacity as humans. Today, your knowledge has truly impressed me. Therefore, I would like to ask you to return to my clan. Firstly, to express my gratitude, and secondly, to ask you to help our Star Ape clan."
Xingyuan Wangchao cupped his hands in greeting and explained his thoughts.
"No, what if you have any ill intentions towards Chief Ye? How will we explain this when we get back?"
Zhang Dong shook his head and shouted sternly at the Star Ape King.
Upon hearing this, Star Ape King gave a bitter smile: "Both of you are inferior to me in terms of talent and literary status. Moreover, I have so many monkeys and their offspring. If I wanted to harm Mr. Ye, I would have killed you all just now. Why would I leave you here?"
These words left Zhang Dong and the others speechless for a moment.
"Star Ape King, I am going to the Jin Kingdom, so I will not be able to visit the Star Ape Clan in a short time. I hope that the Star Ape King can let me return from the Jin Kingdom and come back to answer my questions when I pass through Black Wind Gorge."
Ye Ru clasped his hands in a fist salute and said.
"Are you going to the State of Jin?"
Star Ape King frowned, then asked.
"Yes, I need to go to the State of Jin. There is something very important I need to do."
Ye Ru nodded and said.
“It just so happens that I have a friend in Jin, and I must keep my promise to you, sir. I can even take this opportunity to learn more.”
The Star Ape King immediately nodded, then let out a roar.
The monkeys seemed to understand what the Star Ape King meant, and their faces showed a hint of reluctance.
Seeing this, the Star Ape King roared again, this time with a more resolute tone, and the apes began to scatter in all directions.
As the ape gradually disappeared, Ye Ru looked at the Star Ape King and said, "Following me might be very dangerous. Are you sure?"
Star Ape King nodded, then resolutely said, "Though there be thousands of people, I will go."