Chapter 3: Firing the First Shot (Part II)
There are no superfluous embellishments, and there are no lengthy sentences, and these four words are particularly crisp and powerful.
The attributes of the lotus seed are mostly determined by the five elements, in addition to advanced attributes such as wind, rain and thunder. There is no standard answer to the essay question, but it is the most important question to distance yourself.
Many candidates will answer this question in a decent manner, mainly for the foundation they have built, which is actually the key point that the examiner wants to know, so that there will be more reference materials when inquiring about the specific situation of this candidate in the future.
Of course, there are some smart candidates who will list their understanding of other attributes according to the situation. This will inevitably give a better impression to the reviewer, but sometimes it can be counterproductive.
"The essence of the lotus is to irrigate the essence of the dantian with the essence of the plants and trees, and the person who builds the lotus needs a pure Dao heart, which will be faster in the initial stage of cultivation, and after it is built, it can resonate with the plants and trees......
"The essence of the water lotus is to irrigate the essence of the dantian with soft water breath, and the water lotus builder needs to have a peaceful Dao heart in the process of cultivation, because they are characterized by slowness, and after they are built, they can drain the resonance ......"
"The essence of the golden lotus is to irrigate the element of the dantian with the sword intent, and the person who builds the golden lotus needs a very strict Dao heart in the cultivation process, and after it is built, it is naturally able to draw the sword to resonate, and the attainments in the sword path are often ahead of other cultivators. โ
"The essence of the fire lotus is to draw the flame and sun breath between heaven and earth to irrigate the element of the dantian. Fire Lotus Builders need to have enough enthusiasm and excitement for their cultivation, otherwise it will be difficult to experience the tempering of the flames...... When built, it can resonate with flames. โ
"The essence of the earth lotus is to draw the biochemical breath between heaven and earth to irrigate the essence of the dantian. Those who build the soil lotus need to cultivate a down-to-earth Dao heart from an early age, and after it is built, it can lead to sand resonance. โ
As for those wind, rain, thunder and lightning, some candidates mentioned it a little.
Lu Beichen looked at the question, wiped his palms, calmed down, had no time to care about the beads of sweat on his forehead, clenched the tip of the pen and carefully transcribed the answer outline.
Three days ago, he had no idea the answer to this question.
Three days later, he learned all about it, thanks to the Prime Minister who gave him the key to the library.
After writing carefully according to the content of those teachings, Lu Beichen's pen slipped to the next question.
However, instead of following the tip of his pen, his thoughts fell on another matter.
The points examined in the essay questions are different from the previous ones, and more importantly, they are guided to return to the direction of thinking about themselves by inspiring them to think in a macro way.
The so-called discourse will be based on its own problems.
The method of using starlight to irrigate the Yuan of the Dantian is not recorded or referenced in the Taoist book, and the only basis is the manuscript in the Qiankun Mirror.
Each type of spiritual lotus has a corresponding source, as well as a name for the source. However, what kind of lotus is Lu Beichen's lotus?
It was not mentioned in the book, and neither did Lu Beichen read it.
It's just that this time he didn't want to waste time on choosing a name, so he wrote the word "Star Lotus" on the test paper at will.
It is simple and easy to understand, and I believe it will make people feel refreshed.
"The essence of the star lotus is to irrigate the lotus seed with starlight, and starlight is the breath of the stars. Those who build the Star Lotus need a Dao heart that dares to take risks, and after it is built, it can resonate with the starry sky. โ
Simple sentences, delicate words, and crisp questions, revealing a proud backbone.
There was a pillar of incense burning, but before half of it, Lu Beichen raised his hand again to hand over the scroll.
The time spent answering the questions this time was not small, but because of the amount of time spent on the above questions, his speed seemed to be far ahead.
The invigilator came to him again, slowly took the test paper handed by Lu Beichen, glanced at it, and looked around for half a week before handing the third test paper to Lu Beichen.
On the third paper, the title of the second essay question is printed: the practice methods of each realm.
Naturally, this is also a test to see if the test taker already has a macro understanding of his or her own spiritual path.
For Lu Beichen, who is good at endorsing and never forgetting, this question is not a difficult problem, and it is even extremely simple.
However, such a simple question stumped Lu Beichen. The world of cultivation is becoming richer and richer, and the cultivation methods are presented to the eyes of the world like a hundred flowers. However, in the process of preparing for the exam, he found that not all of these practices were correct, and some of them could even make people lose themselves.
"Do I just write what I think is right, or do I write about the dozens of cultivation methods that I have summarized?"
Lu Beichen struggled for a long time, and decided to write down all the cultivation methods, and then added his own understanding of the wrong methods to the back.
Lu Beichen held the pen and wrote seriously. His writing posture is very upright, and the handwriting left on the scroll is also very neat, with a combination of rigidity and softness, clear strokes, and a crisp style.
In the big essay test, there is usually an impression to say. Although this is not written in those examination rules, it is an open secret - after all, the examiner of the essay examination has to go through countless test papers, and the neat handwriting will make people feel good in the boring and boring book review center.
Of course, this also benefited from the Master's previous teachings. When he was studying in the academy, a lot of homework and the punishment of copying books everywhere gradually allowed Lu Beichen to practice a good hand.
Time passed quickly, and I don't know how long it was, but there was some movement in the various compartments in the Jingzhu Garden, and the sound of paper rolls rubbing and tables and chairs moving was invariably sounded.
Because there are a lot of words to write, Lu Beichen writes very seriously, so that it takes him a long time, so long that when others are already answering the third question, he is still in the process of answering the second question.
The incense was burning, and time was passing quickly.
The priest in charge of the scroll gradually calmed down from doubt, even a little arrogant.
Finally, the second question was written.
When handing in the papers, the invigilator finally regained his calm expression, and after inadvertently seeing the content of Lu Beichen's test papers, his brows were slightly furrowed, and his expression was slightly awkward.
This time, Lu Beichen noticed that his expression was a little strange, and out of the corner of his eye, he inadvertently saw that someone around him had already finished answering the questions and handed in the papers.
He thought that the priest was thinking that it was because of this, so he did not pay much attention to it, and glanced at the burning of the incense, and then went on to answer.
The third course is more concise and powerful: the understanding of spiritual practice.
Lu Beichen wiped the sweat from his forehead, and was stunned, isn't this exactly the question he asked?
It's just that when he asked, it was a little different, and he asked what the avenue was.
He once asked Shang Lu and the prime minister, but then he didn't ask againโfor this kind of illusory question, a hundred people, there will be a hundred different understandings. In other words, other people's answers did not inspire him in any way.
The time for a stick of incense has not yet passed, but most of them have already finished answering the papers, leaving the cubicle one after another, waiting in the place where they gathered before the exam.
Under the eyes of the chief examiner, although many candidates wanted to discuss it secretly, they were suppressed by the stern eyes of the chief examiner and some inspectors beside him.
As long as someone is still taking exams, absolute silence must be maintained. Candidates who have finished the test cannot leave the venue first, and must go out after the time of a stick of incense is over. This is to protect the order of the exam, on the one hand, not to let the audience outside the venue interfere with the students who are referencing, and on the other hand, not to let the students who have finished the exam interfere with the students who are still taking the exam.
It is precisely because of this kind of perverted and somewhat reasonable regulation that the last one to hand in the paper will be considered a black sheep in many cases.
After all, only the weak will stay until the end.
Lu Beichen was completely immersed in it, and he didn't notice what kind of eyes he was receiving at the moment, but he inadvertently saw a white figure outside the window, as if he was talking to an invigilator.
Another proctor in the cubicle stared at him, his gaze almost entirely on him, except for occasional glances at the candidates waiting outside the cubicle and issued a warning against loud noises.
The pillar of incense was almost burned.
The bright voices outside the arena were small, but the whispers grew.
"Who is that man?" asked a young girl softly.