The weather in Wuzhou is much colder than that in the Central Plains, but in recent days, the sun has been shining brightly and the temperature has warmed up.

Tianlan Religion is the state religion of the Dashi Empire. All people in the area under its rule must believe in it. Wuzhou has been ruled by Dashi for so many years. Whether voluntarily or forced, the vast majority of the people have converted to the Tianlan Religion.

, when there are many religions, there will naturally be more temples, so there are many Tianlan temples in Wuzhou City.

Li Xun walked on the streets of Wuzhou, looking at the buildings on both sides that were obviously different in style from those in Jin Dynasty, as if he was in a foreign country.

The architectural style of the Dajin Dynasty has always been square and grand, while the buildings of the Dashi Empire are different. They generally have round roofs. Almost every residence has a courtyard. The courtyard is surrounded by rooms or arcades, with the center of the courtyard

There is often a patio.

"Boss, these people look at us awkwardly, and I look at them awkwardly too."

Li Xun went out and took Jiang Daxiong and Ouyang Li with him.

The three of them were all riding horses, moving forward neither fast nor slow.

In Dajin, unmarried women do not often go out on the streets. This is not because the law does not allow it, but because of traditional concepts. If a young woman often appears outside, this is a sign of frivolity and will be gossiped about by others.

The security of men and women in the Dashi Empire was very serious, so serious that Li Xun was amazed. Whenever a woman went out, she had to wear a headscarf, only exposing her eyes. On the street, men left and women walked their own way.

, many people cast curious glances, and some even pointed at Li Xun and others. Jiang Daxiong said he was awkward, that was the reason.

Ouyang Li also said: "I really can't feel much of home here."

The family Ouyang Li mentioned refers to Dajin.

Li Xun smiled and said, "It's been a while since I've been here. Are you still used to it?"

Jiang Daxiong shook his head and said: "It's so strange here, it's hard for me to get used to it."

Li Xun looked back at him, smiled, and didn't say anything. I'm afraid he will have to stay here for a few years, and he will have to get used to it if he is not used to it.

In the north of Wuzhou City, there is a large-scale Tianlan Temple, but it looks a bit dilapidated. Usually, few believers come here to worship.

"Father Aleph, are you working on those old books in your hands again?"

Walking into the temple, there is a large courtyard. In the courtyard, an old man over seventy years old with white beard and hair is carefully placing books on the ground, soaking in the sunshine and removing the moisture from the books.

Li Xun stepped forward and wanted to help, but the old man named Aleph quickly stopped Li Xun's move: "I can do it myself, don't do anything wrong."

Li Xun said dissatisfied: "Dad Aleph, I'm helping you out of kindness, but this is your attitude towards me?"

Aleph glanced at Li Xun and said angrily: "Thanks to your help the day before yesterday, several books were damaged. I have to work hard to copy them again and make up for them. You are clumsy, so it is better not to help and just stand there."

It’s best not to move.”

Aleph is a big stone man, but he speaks Chinese very fluently.

Li Xun was not angry, and said with a smile: "No one reads these shabby books, and you treat them like treasures. I think you might as well sell all these books to improve your living conditions."

Aleph said disdainfully: "In addition to eating and sleeping, people also need to have ideals."

"What is your ideal?"

“Preserve this knowledge and spread it.”

Li Xun nodded, feeling some respect in his heart.

Fan Zhongyun said that he met a friend here, and this person was Aleph.

Aleph was once one of the nine leaders of the Tianlan Sect in the seven states in western Longyou. Ten years ago, Aleph no longer intervened in the management of the congregation and came to Wu'an County to take over the dilapidated Tianlan Temple.

Buy it.

Aleph has a great hobby, that is, he likes to collect all kinds of books. This hobby has lasted for decades. As a religious leader, he is worshiped by thousands of believers, and some believers will generously donate money to him.

, so Aleph was very rich before, but his hobby has made him impoverished now.

Li Xun shook his head and said: "There are frequent wars, people are uneasy, and they can't even eat. Who has the heart to read these books?"

Aleph glanced at Li Xun and said stubbornly: "Peace will come one day. I don't want this knowledge to be interrupted in our generation."

"Li Xun, you are here."

Fan Zhongyun walked out of a nearby room with two books in his hands and saw Li Xun at a glance.

Li Xun smiled and nodded: "Come and take a look."

It has been ten days since Li Xun arrived in Wuzhou, and he is still very busy with official duties. This is because the Wuzhou Governor's Office has just been established, and many staffing officials have not yet been in place. Too many things are burdened on Li Xun alone. Wang

Cheng Xi and others were uncooperative and were always lukewarm towards Li Xun. They were somewhat obedient and had too many worries.

"Can you understand their books?"

Li Xun pointed to the book in Fan Zhongyun's hand.

"Both these two books are written in Chinese characters, but the content has nothing to do with our culture. I read it and found it interesting. It doesn't hurt to read it in my spare time."

Fan Zhongyun handed the book to Li Xun, and then said to Aleph: "Dad Aleph, I will take these two books back and read them, and return them to you later."

"You can just take it, but keep it well and don't damage it."

Aleph's attitude towards Fan Zhongyun is much better. After all, they are both knowledgeable people. Although their cultures are very different, they still share some common words and ideas.

Fan Zhongyun led Li Xun to the room and poured him a cup of hot tea.

Li Xun took a sip. The tea had a bitter taste with a little sweetness, which was very special.

"Aren't you very busy recently? Why do you have time to come here?"

Li Xun put down the teacup and said dissatisfiedly: "You have a lot of leisure all day long. You are either reading here or leading You Min around. I am very busy alone in the Governor's Mansion."

Fan Zhongyun smiled and said: "The Governor's Mansion has just been established, there are not enough officials, and it is not fully operational yet. There are not many things. You can handle it alone, so why should I worry about it? And you can achieve this position."

, you will definitely have to be on your own in the future, and you can’t let others help you with everything.”

"You are making excuses for yourself to hide away."

What Li Xun said was just talk. He had already achieved the position of governor and was in charge of the military of a state. Talents like Fan Zhongyun could help with ideas, but the final decision still rested with him. Without a clear understanding and

Thinking independently will ultimately accomplish nothing.

The two chatted for a while, and suddenly there was a quarrel outside.

Li Xun was surprised when he pushed open the door and saw a man in his thirties who was stopped there by Ouyang Li and Jiang Daxiong.

"What's up?"

"Boss, this person said he is from the county government office and wants to see you."

The man, with a burly face, gasped and shouted loudly: "General Li, the county government office is surrounded by troops led by Gan Tuyuan. Magistrate Zhou cannot enter or exit. I have no choice but to come and ask for help from you."

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Chapter completed!