As we all know, since the Sui and Tang Dynasties, most officials in China have chosen the imperial examination system, which lasted for more than 150 years. This is the pride of scholars. Many scholars have changed the fate of the whole family because of their talents. Of course, in the imperial examination, people who can win the top prize are very proud, but their descendants may not be able to continue their past glory. For example, this old man named Niu Shijing leads a miserable life.
Niu Shijing is a famous beggar in Mingyuepo Village, Henan Province. Locals all know that his ancestor was Niu Fengshan, the martial arts champion hand-picked by Daoguang, so Niu Shijing, a descendant of Niu Fengshan, has also attracted much attention. It is reported that Niu Fengshan was named the No.1 scholar of Wu by the emperor and was sealed into the scholar's mansion. After the wind and frost, the scholar's mansion where Niu Shijing lived was already in ruins. Although there are more than 30 rooms here, it is the largest residence on the romantic slope, but it has long lost its former style.
The situation of Old Newman's The Book of Songs is very tragic. The old man is over 70 years old this year, but he has never been married and has no children. Only one person lives alone in the top house in the mountains. There is no water and electricity here, and the old people can only beg for a living. Although Niu Shijing is begging, he is still respected. The reason behind this is that the government gave him a subsidy, but he didn't want to spend it himself. He thought that as long as he had a bite to eat, he could.
Not only that, Niu Shijing is very friendly, smiles at everyone and has a good relationship with everyone. Therefore, other people will think of him during the New Year, and all the meals and bedding will be given to Niu Shijing to help him tide over the difficulties together.
Besides, Niu Shijing is more concerned about his ancestors. In fact, Niu's ancestors also produced two scholars and figures, among which Niu Fengshan won the top prize in Daoguang period and later became a general officer. Of course, Niu Fengshan is also very kind. According to historical records, he won the first prize that year. After returning to his hometown, he also greeted everyone with a smile and never rode a horse. He is humble in front of his elders, so he attracts much attention in the local area.
Niu Sixuan, the eldest son of Niu Fengshan, has a very good calligraphy and a very high status. It is reported that Niu Sixuan is highly accomplished in regular script, and his calligraphy is deeply appreciated by Empress Dowager Cixi. Moreover, he once worked in the Hanlin Academy, which shows that Niu Fengshan and his son were once famous for their skills.
History always moves forward. With the fall of Qing dynasty, the glory of Niu family no longer exists. After that, the way of Niujia declined halfway, and the Qing Dynasty gradually declined. Nowadays, the champion mansion of Niu family has long lost its former glory. After the old man left, there is only depression and loneliness. Looking at the vast Champion House, only old Newman Ishii lives alone. This scene makes people sad.
Old Newman Ishii also has a kind heart. Not only did he not take the initiative to ask others for money, but he was also an intellectual full of literary flavor. In the 1960s, Niu Shijing was admitted to the university and wrote a good hand. However, because old Newman Ishii suffered a great blow, he became a beggar.
Now old Newman Ishii is over 70 years old, but he has never been accompanied and can only live alone. What do you think of watching him walk back and forth for more than 40 kilometers for a meal in rags?
"This time, what a sad sentence." -Li Qingzhao's Slow Voice
Perhaps many people will be worried when they see what happened to Niu Shijing, but Niu Shijing is indifferent to things outside his body. As long as he can eat a meal, he will be satisfied and will not take the initiative to ask people for money. Old Newman Ishii did not accept government subsidies. He believes that money should be left to those who need it more, and he is content to live alone. Time flies, the glory of Niu family is gone forever, but Lao Shijing has been guarding the old house. This is his character and his life.