The afternoon sun slanted on the martial arts arena, reflecting the lines of the rows of bluestone slabs clearly. The wooden stands were already full of handyman disciples, each sitting in danger, waiting for the afternoon class. After the basic skill teaching in the morning, everyone has a preliminary understanding of Zongmen's life.
Lin Jianxiao found a seat at the back. He noticed that Song Qian in the front row was looking through the main points of the achievement method recorded in the morning. That meticulous attitude was very commensurate with his calm character. Zhang Feng sat in the corner and dozed off. The tense atmosphere in the morning obviously made this cheerful teenager a little overwhelmed.
The midday wind with a bit of heat, blowing the field side of a few old locust tree branches and leaves, issued a rattling sound. In the shade of a tree, a middle-aged monk in a gray Taoist robe was sorting out the jade slips in his hands. The Zhou deacon is responsible for teaching the miscellaneous service disciple door rules of the division commander, is said to be strict, but extremely fair.
"Silence. "Deacon Zhou's voice was not loud, but it 1 an unquestionable majesty. He was slightly thin and old-fashioned, 1 his eyes were exceptionally bright, as if he could see through the heart.
"Into my star pie, the first heavy rules. "Deacon Zhou paced into the field." Don't look at you as handyman disciples, but you also represent the facade of the Star School. What we are going to talk about today is the basic discipline of this school. "
Lin Jianxiao immediately sat up straight. Li Pingan once said that the world of truth-fixing is strictly graded, and monks who do not understand the rules cannot go long. Even if the qualification is good, breaking the door rules is a dead end.
"first, respect for teachers and respect for morality. "Deacon Zhou's voice echoed in the presence," When you see a teacher, you must salute and not be rude. Although the inner disciples are of the same generation, they should be matched by senior brothers and sisters. This is not only a rule, but also a basic cultivation of a monks. "
The handyman disciples on the scene nodded one after another. This is not difficult to understand, just like in the world, respect and humble order is also the most basic truth.
"Second, we should abide by our duty. "Deacon Zhou continued," besides completing the assigned chores, the miscellaneous disciples should also concentrate on their practice. they are not allowed to trespass into forbidden places without permission, nor are they allowed to enter into conflicts with their peers, nor are they allowed to form a party for private purposes. Violators, light punishment, heavy expulsion from the door wall. "
Lin Jianxiao secretly wrote it down in his heart. From the tone of Deacon Zhou, he could hear that this rule had been learned. In the realm of truth-fixing, internal strife in the sect is often more frightening than foreign enemies.
"Third, guard against arrogance and rashness. "When Deacon Zhou said this, his eyes swept over everyone present," No matter how good the talent is, we must start from the foundation. The rules left by the predecessors were exchanged for countless lessons. "
This sentence reminds Lin Jianxiao of his performance in the examination. Although it has been praised, that special talent needs to be treated with more caution. Li Pingan is right. The most taboo thing in the road to truth is pride and complacency.
The sun gradually slanted to the west, pulling out long shadows on the bluestone floor of the arms drill. Deacon Zhou's explanation continues, and every gate rule is of great importance. Lin Jianxiao noticed that many handyman disciples had already taken out jade slips and carefully recorded these precious experiences.
"Fourth, avoid greed. "When Deacon Zhou said this, his tone was particularly serious," Although there are many opportunities in the world of truth, they are often accompanied by huge risks. In particular, you beginner disciples do not have enough strength. Rashly taking risks will only lead to disaster. "
A breeze blew, bringing the fragrance of medicine from the distant Dan room. Lin Jianxiao was thoughtful, which reminded him of his experience in that relic. If it weren't for Li Ping's advice and jade's protection, I'm afraid it would have fallen.
"Article 5: Abide by the heart. "Deacon Zhou's voice suddenly softened a bit," The road to truth is long, but no matter how high the accomplishments are, you can't forget your initial thoughts. Otherwise, even if you become immortal, you will only have a false expression. "
This statement caused no small reaction. Some disciples showed their faces to ponder, while others bowed their heads in meditation. Most of the people present came from ordinary families, and they came with a yearning for the true world and a desire for power. But what is the most important thing? I'm afraid everyone has a different answer.
"Next, let's talk about the specific distribution of miscellaneous services. "Deacon Zhou took out a 1 roll of jade slips," handymen are divided into internal and external. The foreign affairs department is responsible for purchasing elixir, sorting out the medicine garden and cleaning the site. The internal affairs department should assist the alchemy room, guard the important places everywhere, and manage the Lingtian Lingpu. "
Lin Jianxiao pricked up his ears and listened carefully. The distribution of miscellaneous duties is also exquisite, and different positions are exposed to different resources and opportunities. Although they are all the most basic jobs, different choices will lead to different paths in the future.
"Lin Jianxiao, Zhang Feng, Song Qian. "Deacon Zhou suddenly named," the three of you are excellent in the examination, received special praise, and were assigned to the interior. Lin Jianxiao is responsible for assisting Dan Fang, Zhang Feng is in charge of Ling Tian, and Song Qian is on duty of the sutra depository. "
This arrangement is clearly well thought out. Dan Fang often needs to deal with all kinds of elixir, and Lin Jianxiao, who is sensitive to the power of stars, is the most suitable. Zhang Feng's practice of soil system is suitable for taking care of Lingtian. Song Qian, who is calm and calm, was placed in the sutra depository, which requires extreme patience.
Other miscellaneous disciples were also assigned one after another. Some people are happy and others are worried, but more is the expectation for the future. After all, being able to do well in these positions is also an important 1 lesson on the way to practice.
"Remember that any chores are not mere labor. "Deacon Zhou said earnestly," Medicine collection can understand the medicinal properties, sorting out the medicine garden can understand the law of the growth of spiritual plants, and even cleaning can cultivate the mind. These are all part of the practice. "
Lin Jianxiao deeply thought. When he was in Qingping Town, those days of chopping wood and carrying water seemed boring, but he also developed his tough character. Perhaps it was that experience that allowed him to show unusual composability in the examination.
"That's all for today's class. "Deacon Zhou looked around at the crowd," tomorrow will start to report to their posts. Remember what you said today, do things well and practice well. "
As the sun sets, the entire military exercise site is plated with gold. The disciples dispersed one after another, but those important door rules and earnest teachings have been deeply imprinted in everyone's heart.
Lin Jianxiao took one last look at the martial arts field and was already thinking about going to Dan's room tomorrow. Although it is hard to assist Dan Fang, it is certainly of great benefit to practice to be able to get close to various elixir. Besides, Su Li, the mysterious alchemist who pointed him out, is said to be in Dan's room...
On the way back, he met Zhang Feng and Song Qian, who were also assigned to the interior. The three of them walked side by side in a tacit understanding. None of them spoke, but their hearts were full of expectations for the future.
As the night went on, the stars began to twinkle in the sky. The distant bell sounded, heralding the beginning of a new day. For these newly-introduced handyman disciples, the real spiritual life will officially begin tomorrow.
[To be continued]