coobybook Chapter 339 Qingyun Academy
Chapter 339 Qingyun Academy
Soon, the carriage team arrived at the foot of a mountain. There was a small old bluestone courtyard there, and the sound of orderly reading could be heard from inside.
The East is different from the other regions of Walterland. The schools here are not all focused on teaching magic theory. There are also many elegant miscellaneous studies, such as poetry, spiritual philosophy, etc.
The courtyard at the foot of the mountain is the school in Shenshan Court that specializes in teaching poetry. This is not a place for children aged seven or eight to study, but a place for young talents to appreciate poetry and cultivate their sentiments.
Obviously, carriages and horses are not suitable for the winding and rugged mountain roads, so Yang Xiaoyun had already arranged exquisite pumice stones. Later, everyone took the pumice stones like an elevator to reach the Zenith Dome Peak, which is ten thousand meters high.
While waiting for the floating stone to land, Bai Hao got out of the car and walked slowly to the entrance of the school. He looked at the huge plaque on it and read softly: "Qingyun Academy..."
"Is Viscount Campbell also interested in poetry? I know the old dean of Qingyun Academy, so I can introduce him to you!"
Bai Hao looked at the amiable Yang Xiaoyun and shook his head, saying, "No need for that. Poetry and songs are just superficial studies to me. I am more interested in those magical theoretical studies that have practical significance."
Yang Xiaoyun nodded when he heard this. Just as he was about to say something else, an old and majestic voice suddenly came from the academy: "Floating clouds can bring rain and snow, nourish the common people, and decorate all things. They are the source of innate life. Their practical significance is no less than those magic theories!"
Hearing the voice, Bai Hao turned his head and saw an old man in a white robe standing at the entrance of the academy with his hands behind his back. His face was full of loose wrinkles, but his eyes under his white eyebrows were bright and lively.
When Yang Xiaoyun saw the old man in white robe, he hurriedly bowed and his words were full of respect. What surprised Bai Hao the most was that Yang Xiaoyun actually called the old man "teacher" and regarded himself as a junior.
Bai Hao subconsciously opened the divine vision and discovered that the old man in white robe was just an ordinary person without any magical talent. There was not a drop of magic power flowing in his body.
Through Yang Xiaoyun's introduction, Bai Hao learned that the old man in white robe was actually the famous Qingyun layman in the East, who is currently the dean of Qingyun Academy and has been here for more than 20 years.
Mr. Qingyun is 154 years old this year. Among the human race, where the average life expectancy is only years, he is considered a very rare long-lived person.
It is no wonder that Yang Xiaoyun's attitude is so respectful. Yang Xiaoyun, who is in his seventies, is not even half the age of Qingyun Jushi. Therefore, Bai Hao also bowed and saluted repeatedly according to the Eastern etiquette.
Bai Hao said respectfully: "The layman has a ruddy complexion, a full forehead, and the spirit of a young man. He is truly vigorous and has a youthful appearance despite his white hair!"
Mr. Qingyun once traveled around the Walterland continent and possessed extremely rich experience. He could easily see that Bai Hao, the silver-haired Easterner, had a special identity. It was extremely rare for a junior to be treated with courtesy by Yang Xiaoyun.
Qingyun Layman slowly walked to Bai Hao and returned the greeting, "Haha, my friend, you are too kind. I study these floating cloud ways every day, and I am only living a few years."
Bai Hao felt a little embarrassed when he heard this, but he really didn't expect that his casual response to Yang Xiaoyun just now was actually heard by Master Qingyun. Although it was what he really thought, it was somewhat rude.
"Ahem, Master Qingyun, that's not right. You are the leader in the field of poetry and songs. Even if I am not from the East, Master Qingyun's name is well-known..."
Bai Hao's series of flattery touched Qingyun Lay Buddhist's heart. Upon hearing this, Qingyun Lay Buddhist chuckled and stroked his white beard and said, "Haha, I have been immersed in poetry for a hundred years. Fortunately, I have been recognized by my peers. It is not worth mentioning that I have gained fame occasionally..."
However, a petite black figure suddenly appeared behind Mr. Qingyun. She seemed to be younger than Kalia, with a pink and cute face that made people feel fond of her.
"Hmph, do you know what a gentleman is? A gentleman does not listen to obscene sounds, does not look at evil things, and does not speak evil words..."
The black-haired girl chattered away a long passage of philosophical quotes from a book. Although her tone was solemn and fierce, her cute, immature baby voice and her proud expression made Bai Hao couldn't help but smile lovingly.
Yula and Kalia beside Bai Hao couldn't help but step forward and rub the black-haired girl's head. Even Olmia who was standing next to Bai Hao couldn't help it.
"Yu'er, stop being rude, go back to the academy and memorize your lessons!"
After lowering his head and scolding the black-haired girl, Qingyun Lay Buddhist hurriedly bowed to Bai Hao and said, "This is my great-great-granddaughter, Yang Yu. She is not even 18 years old yet she wants to show off in front of others after reciting some wonderful sentences. Viscount, please do not take her to task."
Bai Hao had no intention of scolding Yang Yu, and even wanted to rub her head with Kalia and the others. Hearing this, he just waved his hand and said, "Haha, the great-great-granddaughter of the layman is so cute. She can speak eloquently at such a young age. She will definitely become a great person in the future."
"You, you haven't replied to me yet. Those who have lost their way should come to my academy to study. I will let you know the beauty and fragrance of poetry and songs!"
Looking at Yang Yu who was still unconvinced, Bai Hao shook his head and chuckled, "Once you say dirty words, your mouth will be clean. If you swallow them, your heart will be dirty. This kills two birds with one stone. If a gentleman cannot speak bad words, are they all people with foul mouths?"
Bai Hao's sophistry left Yang Yu stunned. From the moment she accepted Bai Hao's point of view, she had already lost. If Qingyun Jushi came to argue with her, he would definitely seize the essence of Bai Hao's argument to refute it.
But it was obvious that Mr. Qingyun would not get involved in the argument between the younger generations. He just smiled and said nothing with Yang Xiaoyun.
Seeing Yang Yu who was obviously not convinced, Bai Hao immediately said: "The obscene voice is pleasant to the ears but not to the heart, the beauty is pleasing to the eyes but not to indulge, the mouth speaks evil but the heart is as pure as a monkey. Be lustful but not obscene, start from emotion, stop at etiquette, know the way and do not cross the line, this is the true gentleman!"
Qingyun Lay Buddhist at the side was somewhat surprised when he heard Bai Hao's words, and nodded thoughtfully. Yang Yu was somewhat at a loss when he saw that Qingyun Lay Buddhist nodded in agreement, and just murmured: "How can a gentleman like beautiful women? This is..."
"Haha, then I won't be a gentleman," Bai Hao glanced at Olmia, shook his head and chuckled, "I only know that the body of a 28-year-old beauty is as soft as butter."
Olmia noticed Bai Hao's unobtrusive gaze and couldn't help but think of last night's lovemaking. A blush immediately appeared on her face and she turned to look aside.
Yang Yu couldn't think of any rebuttal to Bai Hao's words after a long time of thinking, so he could only angrily say: "You, do you dare to enter the academy to participate in the poetry meeting? Debate on poetry with so many talented people?"
After hearing this, Bai Hao thought for a moment, exchanged a few words with Yang Xiaoyun beside him, and then readily agreed to participate in this poetry meeting. Anyway, the important business has been done, and the next step is to experience the cultural customs of the East like a trip.
Seeing Bai Hao readily agreed, Yang Yu immediately said proudly: "Hehe, little brother, don't run away at the last minute. Today is the monthly poetry gathering of the academy. Many of the participants are famous writers. Your twisted theories and tricks will not be able to gain a foothold..."
"Hahaha, no problem. If I can be silenced by your words, then I have gained valuable wealth. I hope so."
Yang Yu looked at Bai Hao's smiling face and subconsciously puffed up her cheeks. Then she took Bai Hao's hand and walked quickly into the academy, muttering, "See how the literary brothers will teach you a lesson..."