Chapter 44: The Temple of Literature Essay (5)

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Wang Bian said polite words coldly, Han Gang began to regret Fang Cai's temptation, and offended Wang Bian by saying two more words, and now he spoke coldly, exchanging insincere compliments with himself. Such an atmosphere is not easy to dissolve, and it makes Han Gang feel very tired when he speaks. He continued to talk nonsense with the king, but at a glance he caught a glimpse of a chessboard with feet in the corner of the couch, which he kept in his hand, obviously using it regularly.

Han Gang suddenly had an idea, and deliberately lingered his gaze on the place behind the king. Wang Bei realized something, and when he looked back, he saw that it was his usual chessboard. Probably because he was too tired to talk to Han Gang, Wang Bi looked back and saw the chessboard, and immediately felt relieved and proposed to talk to Han Gang about a game.

"I wonder if Brother Han can play chess?"

Of course, Han Gang can play Go, but he is just a half-ass, no matter in his past life or present life. Moreover, the rules of Go in the Song Dynasty were very different from those thousands of years later, and Han Gang only learned a little about it based on the memory of his predecessor and the few games he played with Wang Hou and others later. Wang Bian proposed to play chess as he wished, of course Han Gang would not refuse, thinking that it would be good to simply take the opportunity to lose a few games and ease the relationship with Wang Bian.

Thinking so, Han Gang arched his hand: "I am shallow in playing chess, and I hope that Brother Wang will show mercy." ”

"Where, the chess skills in the game are not high." Wang was modest, and asked people to remove the coffee table on the couch, and personally moved the chessboard and two wooden boxes containing chess.

The chessboard and box are a little worn, with a lot of scratches on the face, and they look quite old. Put the chessboard and open the lid, the chess pieces inside are fired from ceramic, the bottom is exposed, and only the upper half has a glazed finish. Although it is a little old, and even at a glance, I found that several of them have collapsed, but the material is excellent, and it is warm and smooth to the touch, which should come from the famous kiln in Dingzhou or Cizhou.

Sitting on the chessboard, the king's expression changed, solemn and solemn, engrossed, and his spirit was simply a different person. Wang can take the initiative to propose to play chess, of course, the level will not be bad, but looking at his current appearance, Han Gang is heart is slightly surprised, didn't he meet a national player?

Han Gang played a few games with Wang Hou in the past, but Wang Hou's chess skills were ridiculously poor, first taking advantage of Han Gang's unfamiliarity with the rules to win two games, and then, he lost all the way and had no power to fight back. and Han Gang couldn't win, so Wang Hou turned to Wang Sunchen and them.

Who knew that although Wang Shunchen and Zhao Long couldn't even count the nineteen roads on the chessboard, Li Xin was a master, and he gambled with Wang Hou on the lottery of one son and ten Wen, and won 400 big money from Wang Hou in one game. Li Xin didn't dare to ask for money after winning, but Wang Hou was very good at gambling, and honestly cleared the gambling accounts, and told him thousands of times that he must not let him know the truth. But since then, he has not dared to gamble with Li Xin again.

Han Gang has also played with his cousin, and every time he loses in the middle game, he has never been dragged into the official. Now looking at the appearance of Wang Bian, he is more of a master than when Li Xin played chess, Han Gang is no longer thinking about losing a few games and easing the relationship. It's about trying to perform better, so as not to lose too badly, so as not to be embarrassed.

Han Gang came from afar as a guest, so he insisted on white first. The two of them put down two pieces in each of the four star positions on the board, and these four pieces are called seates, which are placed before the start of the game, which is also one of the rules of Go at this time.

Picking up one from the chess box, Han Gang's right hand fell, and with a snap, a white piece was placed on the chessboard. The king's pendulum corresponded, and on the battlefield between square inches, the flames of war suddenly ignited.

Han Gang likes to play rapid chess and rarely takes long exams, but he didn't expect Wang to also love to play rapid chess. On the chessboard, the two of them fell like flying, and they could only hear the sound of putting down the chess pieces. After a few steps, Han Gang found that Wang Bian was not much stronger than himself, and he was at the level of half a bucket of water. Han Gang's chess style has always been based on attack, relying entirely on brute force, which is also a common problem of half a bucket of water, and Wang Bi turned out to be the same, on the chessboard, the two of them were inseparable, and they couldn't even find a complete chess shape for a while. It's only half an hour's work, and it's the end of the finale.

In the Song Dynasty, the rules of Go did not have the word 'purpose', only the territory, and how much land was occupied, even if it was counted. Whether it's empty or a child, all the brains are counted, but the eyes are not counted. After the last two calculations, Han Gang was one piece behind Wang next to the board on the board, but Han Gang's chess shape was divided into four pieces, which was two pieces less than the trivial six pieces next to Wang. According to the rules, the king has to return two pieces, which is called returning the chess head. In this way, Han Gang won a son instead.

"Take!" Han Gang arched his hand and smiled.

Wang Bian and Han Gang's general rotten level is just on par. The fight is very happy, the interest is high, even if you lose, you don't care. He couldn't wait to shout, "Come again!" ”

The two changed hands, and this time Wang was the first to fall. Only then did Han Gang spare the first, but he only won one son, and when it was the turn of the king to take the lead, he was full of confidence. After a fierce battle, this time it really allowed Wang Fang to win the third son of Han Gang.

One win and one defeat, after two games in a row, Wang Bei's interest was particularly high, he hadn't been so happy for a long time. Almost all of the chess friends I was looking for were because of Wang Anshi's relationship, and they all let him play the game. If you win like this, the king will find it boring. I can only play a few hands with my sister in my spare time. Now that he meets Han Gang, who is at the same level as his own, has a similar chess style, and is willing to fight with all his might, of course he refuses to let it go easily.

But Han Gang didn't want to play, he didn't come here to play chess. Listening to the drums outside, I have to go to the third watch, Wang Anshi has no news there, and I can't see it today. Han Gang didn't plan to wait stupidly, that would lower his evaluation of Wang Anshi.

"It's rare to have such a good time, I really want to play a few more games." Han Gang stood up with a smile, "It's just that it's not too early, and I have to say goodbye." ”

Wang stood up in surprise: "Didn't Brother Han come to see Jia Yan?" Why do you have to leave now?! ”

"It's been nearly three shifts now. Xianggong has just recovered from illness today, and he will have an early dynasty tomorrow, Han Gang doesn't know anything anymore, and he knows that he can't delay Xianggong's rest. I have to stay in Beijing for a while recently, so that I can wait for the official to come down. After a few days, the public will have a free time, and let people go to the south of the city to spread the word, and Han Gang will definitely come to see him again...... Oh, that's right," Han Gang pulled out Wang Anshi's name card from his sleeve, "Xiang Gong's name card Han Gang really can't afford it." ”

Han Gang has a strong style, and although Wang Fang is the ruling parent, he lives in the shadow of his radiant father and brother, and his character is actually a little weak. was snatched away by Han Gang, and Wang Bian didn't know what to say, but he sent Han Gang away in a daze.

And Wang Anshi had just finished speaking, and Lu, Zeng, and Zhang respectively reported to Wang Anshi on some recent important matters in their yamen, and discussed the next countermeasures. When everything was settled, Lu Huiqing said: "Participating in politics, Han Gang has just arrived, accompanied by Zhongzheng, do you want to see him?" ”

"Han Gang?!" Before Wang Anshi could speak, Zhang Dian took the first step and asked, "Where is it?" ”

"It's from Qinzhou. Recommended by Wang Shao, he had to ask him about Hehuang. ”

Lu Huiqing said and glanced at Zhang Dian by the way, but saw that he was surprised. Lu Huiqing is a little strange, this Zhang Zihou is not a fuss temper, in the past he traveled with Su Shi in the mountains, and walked to a single-plank bridge, Su Shi was timid and did not dare to cross, but Zhang Dian swaggered over, and also inscribed his name on the mountain wall. Why are you so surprised to hear a name?

"Is his expression Yukun?" Zhang Dan continued to ask.

"Of course, the jade is out of Kungang."

Wang Anshi also saw that Zhang Dan's expression was a little wrong, "Zihou, do you know Han Gang?" ”

"It's a strict acquaintance." Zhang Dian put away his surprise, replied calmly, and said solemnly: "Jia Yan just returned from visiting friends in Guanzhong yesterday, and I heard him talk about Han Gang. The day before yesterday, Jia Yan unfortunately encountered wolves on the official road, and the car was surrounded by hundreds of wolves in the center, and his life was almost lost. If it weren't for Han Gang and another soldier named Liu Zhongwu, who was about to test the palace, and killed the wolves together, Jia Yan was afraid that he would be buried in the wolf's belly, which was a life-saving grace. ”

"Is there such a thing?!" Wang, Lu, and Zeng were all taken aback when they heard this.

"I couldn't believe it when I heard this. But after all, it is Jia Yan's personal experience, and there will be no fake. ”

Zeng Bu was running around in the political affairs hall, and he knew the person Han Gang, and he said to Zhang Dang: "Look at Wang Shao's recommendation seal, which says that when Han Gang was escorting military funds, he led more than 30 people, defeated hundreds of thieves who were ambushed in Daozuo, beheaded 31 people, and seized nearly 100 ordnance. also said that he personally killed two thieves Neiying at that time, and it is needless to say that he is brave. I was also a little unbelievable at the beginning, but since Han Gang was able to rescue Zun Weng in the wolves, it was a certainty, and there would be no fake. ”

Wang Anshi said: "Han Gang is said to be an all-round talent in civil and military affairs, and Wang Shao's letter compared him to Zhang Qianya. ”

Lu Huiqing nodded, "Wang Zichun [Wang Shao] is right. I happened to read a book written by Han Gang to manage the sick and injured camp. The regulations of more than 20,000 words, six major items, and more than 70 articles, are clearly organized, detailed, and all aspects are taken into account...... He's not just a martial artist. ”

"Han Gang's virtue is not bad...... "Zhang Dian sighed, "after he saves people, he gets on the horse and leaves, and he does not leave his name." If it weren't for the fact that Jia Yan hurried and chased him all the way to the post station, I am afraid that he would not even know his identity. Later, he didn't want a thank you gift. Since Jia Yan came back, he has been saying that this son has the style of the ancients. ”

Several people put together the information about Han Gang, and the image of a young man with both civil and military skills and high moral character appeared in front of them. Wang Anshi slapped the table and regretted his negligence, "How can such a talent let him sit in the side hall, come here, invite Han Gang over!" ”

But a moment later, it was Wang who walked in, and Dao Han Yukun had already left.

"Why did you let him go?!" Wang Anshi was a little angry.

Wang replied in a low voice: "He said that the lord will have an early dynasty tomorrow, and he dare not disturb again." When the adults have time, he will come back to visit. ”

Zhang Dian smiled: "I didn't expect this Han Yukun to still have a little temper!" ”

If it weren't for Fang Cai's discussion, several people might have been disgusted with Han Gang because of this, but now that they look at it, they really feel that Han Gang is indeed talented and strong, so he can come and go without hindrance.

"It's okay, third brother, you will go to Chengnanyi tomorrow and invite Han Yukun to come. The Father also has many things to ask him. ”