The story mentioned by Gu Xu was undoubtedly made up casually based on "The Romance of the West Chamber".
But Xiaohan was at the age when he was most likely to have random thoughts.
When Gu Xu mentioned "the daughter of an official", she would think, "Did he think of me?"; when Gu Xu looked towards the back of the lecture hall, she would think like "Is he looking for my location?"
In addition, she knew nothing about the art of talisman and seal script, so it was naturally impossible for her to calm down and listen to the lecture.
So, when other students were frowning and thinking hard, a silly smile appeared on her face involuntarily, and her clear almond eyes turned into crescent moons.
Shi Xiaohan's smiling face fell into the eyes of a skinny young man next to him.
He is also a freshman majoring in Fu Dao this year.
It is still difficult for him to understand what Gu Xu said. So he was frowning at the moment, hoping that someone could explain it to him in detail again.
"This beautiful girl smiled so happily and didn't take notes at all. She must have understood the content of Mr. Gu's lectures," he thought secretly in his heart, "Her skills in Talismans are very important. She is probably much more talented than me.
“No wonder she has the confidence to be late.
"Maybe I can ask her for advice."
Thinking of this, the skinny boy plucked up the courage, carefully reached out and poked Shi Xiaohan's arm, and asked politely : "This... this fellow Taoist, I didn't quite understand what Mr. Gu just said about 'the talismans in the book are defective'. Can you please explain it to me again?"
The words of the skinny boy brought Shi Xiaohan's wandering thoughts back to reality.
She was stunned for two seconds, and then stammered: "You...what did you say?"
The skinny boy repeated what he just said.
Shi Xiaohan said awkwardly: "Well... I'm sorry, I didn't understand just now. In fact... I major in swordsmanship and don't know much about Fu Dao. I'm just here to listen today. ."
The skinny young man was deeply surprised.
He stared at Shi Xiaohan and couldn't help but complain in his mind: Since you don't understand Fu Dao, why were you smiling at Gu Jiaoxi and nodding from time to time? I thought you knew everything!
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Gu Xu did not always teach purely theoretical knowledge.
He quickly used the second generation "Tai Shang Arctic Demon-Suppressing and Ghost-killing Talisman" as an example to share his experience in improving the talisman and seal script.
"...The principle of 'Ghost-killing Talisman' is actually very similar to the prayer of 'Shen Spell'. It uses 'Tai Shang' and 'Arctic' as its names, which is undoubtedly borrowed from 'Tai Shang'. Haotian' and 'Emperor Ziwei', and transform this power into the light and heat that the demons and monsters fear most, thus making them disappear into ashes.
"A few months ago, I discovered that 'Killing' was the most powerful thing in the world. ghostAlthough the principles and functions of the Talisman and the Ziwei Fu Magic Curse are similar, the latter is much more powerful than the former. This obviously means that the 'Ghost Killing Talisman' is less effective in conveying the 'Tao' than the 'Ziwei Fu Curse'.
"So, I tried to learn from the ideas of the 'Ziwei Fu Curse' and made some modifications and adjustments to the rune style of the 'Ghost Killing Talisman'...
"I'm very lucky. Fortunately, I happened to be in a state of enlightenment at that time, so this matter did not take me too much time.
"..."
While speaking, Gu Xu thought about it, took out a piece of talisman paper from "Xianyunju", and gently threw it into the air.
A curtain of light soon appeared in the sky.
The patterns of the first and second generation "ghost-killing talismans" were clearly displayed on the light screen.
Gu Xu reached out and pointed out the differences between the two, and explained to the students how these changes he had made played a role in conveying the "Tao".
It can be described as clear and simple.
When there were actual cases, the confused expressions on the students' faces gradually disappeared, and they all nodded thoughtfully.
Of course, this does not include observers like Shi Xiaohan - she stared at the two patterns on the light screen, feeling dizzy and unable to find any difference at all. .
The instructor Du Yuan sitting on the small bench benefited a lot.
He followed the idea described by Gu Xu and used the charcoal pen he carried with him to write on a small notebook and tried to make some minor changes to the "Liukjia Yin and Yang Talisman" that he was best at.
As a talisman master, Du Yuan has long created or improved many different talismans.
It’s just that he often has to rely on epiphany.
But "enlightenment" can be said to be extremely accidental.
People often say that epiphany is a gift from God to monks, and it is the moment closest to the great road of heaven and earth. Only those who are deeply favored by God can get the opportunity of enlightenment when God is in a good mood.
It is almost unprecedented for a person like Gu Xu to have an epiphany in just three days.
But today’s lecture by Gu Xu enabled Du Yuan to learn a more rational, scientific, and mature method, which enabled him to deduce the talisman and seal scripts without relying on epiphany and find more clues. Excellent drawing scheme.
"Master Gu is really a great talent," Du Yuan sighed silently in his heart, "I have a hunch that in the future he will probably go further than Master Guo in the path of talismans and seal scripts. ."
As for the teacher Fu Tao, who concealed his appearance and sneaked into the lecture hall, a strong sense of crisis arose in his heart.
Gu Xu has such a profound understanding of the art of talisman and seal script at a young age.
But he himself has not made any outstanding achievements in the past one or two years.
Although this is a normal thing among academy teachers, after all, no one can guarantee that they will do well every yearThey can all design new talismans and seals, or create new Taoist methods.
But as the saying goes, "The waves behind the river push the waves in front."
Gu Xu’s “back wave” is really menacing.
As a person with an arrogant personality, Fu Tao is very reluctant to hear that "these old guys have been drawing talisman for so many years, but their achievements are not as good as a fraction of a young man", "these teachings in the academy are really all day long" Just get around with a generous salary, I can do it if you want me," and other such comments.
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Time flies.
In the blink of an eye, Gu Xu’s Fu Dao class is coming to an end.
Before leaving the lecture hall, he set aside some time to answer questions for the students.
The one at the front was Hu Xiaoyun, who had participated in the "Luoshui Conference" audition at the South City Gate a few days ago.
Her cheeks were slightly red with emotion.
As soon as she walked in front of Gu Xu, she handed over a pen and paper and said to Gu Xu: "Mr. Gu, can you please draw your improved "Tai Shang Arctic Demon Suppression" on this piece of paper? "Ghost-killing Talisman"? I don't quite understand some of its details. I want to take it back and think about it again." Gu Xu asked, "What details do you don't quite understand? "For a while?"
Hu Xiaoyun thought for a while, but couldn't formulate a suitable question, so she stuttered and said: "No need to trouble you, I...I'll go back and take a look." That’s good.”
So Gu Xu instantly understood that this girl was not here to ask questions, but wanted to take the opportunity of asking questions to ask him for a talisman drawn by him and take it back for collection—— It’s like a fan looking for an idol’s autograph.
He smiled, took the pen and paper, and quickly drew a second-generation "Ghost Killing Talisman".
While thanking Hu Xiaoyun, she carefully put this "Ghost Killing Talisman" into her notebook, fearing that it would have any wrinkles.
Then she turned and left at a trot, ready to show off to her companions.
The second person who came to Gu Xu was Jia Xiuguang, Fu Jiaoxi’s favorite disciple - Gu Xu remembered that he was once used by Shi Xiaohan with the "Overlord Sword Technique" in the Lantern Festival Tournament. beat.
The expression on Jia Xiuguang's face was also a little embarrassed.
He still clearly remembers that on the Lantern Festival, he openly expressed his intention to challenge Gu Xu in the ring, and at the same time said such passionate words as "Gu Xu will only let a girl stand up for him" .
But less than a month later, Gu Xu became a teacher in the academy, and Jia Xiuguang sat in his lecture hall as a student and asked him questions.
This made Jia Xiuguang feel like he was dreaming.
Some of his companions also joked with him, "Jia Xiuguang, you actually mocked Mr. Gu in public. If you tell me about it, you will be bragging about it for a lifetime."
Every time he hears such words, Jia Xiuguang will regret what he did.
He only hoped that Gu Xu was not a grudge-bearing person.
After all, the academy has great teaching authority.
If Gu Xu doesn't like him, he just needs to find a suitable reason, and he may fail the monthly assessment.
While thinking, Jia Xiuguang opened his notebook, displayed a "golden light talisman" he drew in front of Gu Xu, and asked politely: "Mr. Gu, I will follow the instructions you just made." The idea of the teaching is to try to make some slight changes to several details of the 'Golden Light Talisman'. In theory, it should have stronger defense than before. However, I am not sure whether my approach is correct, and I hope you can help me see. Look."
In Gu Xu's memory, the "Golden Light Talisman" can be said to be one of Jia Xiuguang's best talismans. It can build a strong shield out of thin air to block the opponent's attack - of course, this shield failed to block Shi Xiaohan's majestic sword, but was easily penetrated.
Gu Xu lowered his head and pondered for a moment, then took out a charcoal pen out of thin air, added a few strokes on the talisman, and said at the same time: "There is nothing wrong with your idea, it's just the consumption of real energy. It may be several times higher than before... If we change it like this, we should be able to solve this problem..."
At the same time, Gu Xu secretly commented in his heart: Jia Xiuguang is indeed a student favored by Professor Fu. His Taoist talent is indeed not bad. Although he has not yet reached the level of a master, he can already try to make some minor changes to the talismans - but there may be some minor flaws in these modifications, and he needs others to help him check them.
At the same time, Jia Xiuguang couldn't help but feel deeply moved when he saw Gu Xu's smooth and steady movements and his unthinking confidence when he started writing.
In his impression, when the old master Fu Tao helped him read the talisman and seal script, he had to stare at it for a long time before he could find the problem.
But Gu Xu was able to write directly without hesitation, seemingly not worrying that he would make a mistake in judgment.
This shows the high level of skill.
When Gu Xu handed the modified "Golden Light Talisman" to Jia Xiuguang, Jia Xiuguang hesitated for a few seconds, then mustered up the courage to speak: "Mr. Gu, on the Lantern Festival, I said it in public. I'm really sorry for saying that-"
"-I can't remember what happened so long ago," Gu Xu smiled faintly and interrupted him, "About today. Course, do you have any other questions?”
In Gu Xu’s opinion, Shi Xiaohan had already punished Jia Xiuguang for him on the night of Lantern Festival—if he had Wouldn't it be too petty to make a fuss about this matter now?
"No more," Jia Xiuguang immediately shook his head, relieved, "Thank you, Mr. Gu, for clarifying my doubts."
The students in the academy were very active in asking questions.
Among them, there are still many people who are not confused themselves, but because they admire Gu Xu’s reputation, they forcefully make up some questions just to say a few words to Gu Xu personally..
Of course, there are also those who sincerely seek advice.
For example, Tao Xi, the Talisman Master from the Exorcism Department, recorded almost all of Gu Xu’s lecture today in her notebook, and drew key symbols on the areas where there were questions, one after another. I asked Gu Xu a question.
It’s just that because her personality is too introverted, she will always lower her head nervously and make angry remarks. She often cannot express her meaning clearly, and she often needs Gu Xu to guess her. idea.
And Gu Xu's kind attitude made her even more embarrassed.
When the bell rang, the students under the podium were still lined up in a long queue, waiting to ask Gu Xu questions.
Gu Xu had to wave his hands with an apologetic smile on his face, indicating that today’s time is limited; if the students still have questions, they may wish to write a letter and send it to No. 22 Jinyu Lane, Yanqingfang. I'll take the time to reply.
The remaining students had to leave disappointed.
Gu Xu looked around, trying to find a familiar figure in the lecture hall.
However, Shi Xiaohan had already disappeared.
"She must have sneaked into the dining hall early," Gu Xu silently guessed in his heart, "This girl, if she can't do anything else, will always come first when it comes to eating."
Then he also left the lecture hall and walked along the corridor towards the dining hall.
As a teacher at Longmen Academy, you must learn to use the benefits of teaching - such as food subsidies, which will be wasted if not used in time.
However, just as Gu Xu turned a corner and passed through a moon gate, a petite body suddenly jumped out from behind the pillar and threw himself into Gu Xu's arms.
Because her strength was so great, Gu Xu lost his balance for a moment, and when she pushed him, he hit the wall.
"Shi Xiaohan, what are you doing?"
Shi Xiaohan puffed up his cheeks angrily without saying a word, stretched out his small fist, and hit him in the chest.
Just when he was about to touch him, Shi Xiaohan suddenly restrained all the strength in his fist and touched him lightly, like a kitten stretching out its claws to tickle him.
"My Lady, what did I fail to do that made you angry?" Gu Xu smiled and touched her head, "If you ask, I will definitely change it."< /p>
Her hair is very soft and fluffy, and feels like a soft little animal.
Gu Xu knew that Shi Xiaohan had always been a soft-spoken girl. When she is acting petty, do not reason with her or forcefully argue with her. As long as you follow her thoughts and make her happy, she will smile in the next second and forget about the troubles just now.
Shi Xiaohan bit his lip and thought about it again and again, feeling that he really didn't do anything wrong.
Although he called her a "little idiot" that day, she had also called him a "big bad guy" before, back and forth, so naturally it was even - if you take such a trivial matter as an issue,Isn't her temper unworthy of a heroine?
As for this morning, it was because she was late...
Well, these are all excuses.
When Gu Xu came to her side, she found that she could not be angry with him at all, and she was reluctant to shake her fist at him, and she would even involuntarily defend him deep in her heart.
Finally, she said firmly: "Don't talk nonsense! I'm not angry."
While speaking, she hugged Gu Xu's arm tightly and touched her cheek. There seemed to be a familiar scent on his clothes.
The two stood by the wall and were silent for a while.
After a while, Shi Xiaohan spoke slowly: "When will you come to the academy next?"
"It should be a month later, around the fifth day of March. "
"The academy's holiday will be in two days. Can we go to the Luohe River to have barbecue together?"
Other female students from the academy are here. On holidays, I either go out for an outing, visit relatives, or go shopping in the street shops in Luojing City.
But Shi Xiaohan only wanted to "eat".
Gu Xu smiled: "I'm afraid I won't be able to do it within the next week. I will set off tomorrow and will leave Luojing for a while to find a secret training place and climb the 'Soul-Broken Cliff' ."
"'Soul-breaking Cliff'?" Shi Xiaohan opened his eyes wide, "You are too fast!"
In her memory, Gu Xujin entered the third realm. The time is much later than hers.
But now, while she herself is still struggling on the 400th step, he is about to climb the 1,999th step of the 'Soul-Breaking Cliff'.
Gu Xu stretched out his hand to tuck a strand of hair from her temples behind her ears, and said with a smile: "In the future, don't say the word 'quick' casually."
Shi Xiaohan didn't say anything at all. Can't understand what he is saying.
She just felt that his pace was too fast, and he was so popular both in the academy and in the Exorcism Department. He was so good that it felt unreal, and it also made her a little insecure.
So unconsciously, she grabbed his arm tighter.
"By the way, Gu Xu, do you know the 'Invincible Sword God' Hu Yun?" At the same time, she suddenly remembered something important and asked Gu Xu, " He taught me how to practice swordsmanship at Longmen Academy. I heard from others that he was a very powerful master."
"Hu Yun..." Gu Xu frowned slightly, recalling what he had read before. Information, "If I remember correctly, he is the direct disciple of the former Pavilion Master of Shu Dijian Pavilion, and the senior brother of the current Pavilion Master, the current sage Xu Man. After the death of the former Pavilion Master, he left because of his disagreement with Pavilion Master Xu. He left the sword pavilion and gave up his sword. From then on, he began to travel around the world and his whereabouts were elusive.
"There are not many records about him in the book. I only know that he has a unique way of using swords." understanding. Qi people are evaluating ‘whoWhen he was the first person among saints, he was also a strong competitor.
"You are very lucky to be able to practice sword skills with him."
Shi Xiaohan said "hmm" and nodded.
Then she asked: "Are you going to the canteen for lunch later? I have studied the daily recipes in the canteen in recent days. If I am not wrong, today at noon There will be braised yam chicken, yam meatballs, stir-fried pork kidneys, roast duck, almond tofu..."
As long as "eating" is mentioned, especially eating with Gu Xu, Shi Xiaohan His eyes will sparkle with joy, like bright stars in the night sky.
Looking at her eloquent expression, Gu Xu thought she might have memorized all the recipes in the canteen of Longmen Academy.
"Xiaohan, you should know that climbing the Soul-Broken Cliff is very difficult. I need to spend a lot of time preparing in advance..." He said pretending to be serious.
Hearing his words, Shi Xiaohan lowered his head in disappointment.
But she knew that Gu Xu’s time was precious, so she didn’t dare to ask him to stay, but she still held his arm tightly and refused to let go.
"But," at this point, Gu Xu suddenly changed the subject, rubbed her head, and said with a smile, "Last night, I had already reached level one thousand nine hundred and ninety-nine. All the necessary preparations have been made. There is a lot of meal allowance for teaching in the academy every month, and I don’t want to waste it. I can eat almond tofu today, so why not try it?”
The gloom on Shi Xiaohan's face instantly dissipated, and a bright smile bloomed again.
"I've already guessed that you want to eat tofu!"
As she said this, she jumped up and ran to the front to lead the way.
The sunlight fell on her porcelain-smooth and white skin, making her whole body glow with a radiant glow.
Gu Xu smiled and followed closely.
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The sixth day of February in the twenty-fourth year of Tianxing.
At dawn.
The old man and the young man walked out of Luojing City Gate and came to the suburbs with a wide view. Their shadows were stretched by the morning sun.
The older man is wearing a crane cloak and has a handsome appearance. He is Luo Chuan, the head of the exorcism department.
The young man is wearing a green shirt, with a tall and straight figure, fresh and handsome. It is Gu Xu who is about to go to Daguguan to find the lava river and break through the "Soul-breaking Cliff".
"Gu Xiaoyou, I will send you here today," Luo Chuan was heard saying, "On the way to Daguguan, there are many various ghosts. If you are willing If so, you can use them as whetstones to hone your practical abilities. This may be of great help to you when you participate in the 'Luoshui Conference' in the future.
"I will help you when you come back. Calculate merit. ”
Gu Xu nodded and expressed his gratitude to Luo Sishou for taking care of him.
The two parted ways.
Gu Xu faced the cool breeze and strode forward, finally giving up.
Luochuan watched Gu Xu disappear from the end of his sight, then tore through the space and returned to the observatory of the Exorcism Department Yamen.
He sat cross-legged next to the low table, summoned his own bronze mirror out of thin air, and whispered to himself: "Is the 'Astrolabe' really in the royal treasury?"
The bronze mirror glowed with golden luster.
This is a definite answer.
Luochuan has divined this question hundreds of times. But it wasn't until today that he got a clear answer.
So he knew that his Taoism had improved again.
The gods seemed to favor him more and allowed him to see a clearer future.
PS: A six thousand word chapter. (Sorry, I took some cold medicine and accidentally fell asleep for more than ten hours. I have only finished writing the QAQ now)