Xu Xilin's family is very large. His family's house is located in Sun Jiaxiao, Dongpu Town, Shaoxing City, built in the Qing Dynasty. Purchased by Xu Xilin's grandfather Tong Xuan Gong from a surname Zhu family, after the transformation and expansion, the building sits in the north and faces south, covers an area of 1100 square meters, construction area of 575 square meters, the overall layout of three rooms and three entrances, by the gate house, the hall, the building and the library building, Tongying book house, etc., brick and wood structure, powder wall and tile, the appearance is closed, it is a very typical Qing Dynasty residence in the south of the Yangtze River.

In the back hall, a table of real Jiangsu and Zhejiang flavor banquets was set up, and the dishes were very simple. Ham, West Lake vinegar fish, bean skin, osmanthus sugar taro, a few green vegetables, Xu Xilin enthusiastically added wine to Chen Kebu's dishes. Shaoxing rice wine is in the warm wine jug, full of stamina, only two glasses, Chen Ke felt a little high.

Two of the three were well-known revolutionary predecessors, and Chen Ke would never dare to underestimate them. Be as respectful as possible in your conversation. Answer as many questions as possible to the two of them. Chen Ke's square face looked more loyal, and coupled with his polite words, at least during the conversation, Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin's attitude towards Chen Ke became closer and closer. And Chen Ke has unconsciously begun to change the title of "Mr. Xu" to "Brother Xu".

After reading Chen Ke's "masterpiece", the topic of Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin, the two revolutionary predecessors, has always revolved around how to build a strong army. Now China is building a strong army, and the control of this army must be the Manchu Qing. In the face of such a powerful armed force, the revolutionaries can only be slaughtered, so what kind of life can they remove?

After thinking about it, Chen Ke himself was quite familiar with Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin, and these two seniors didn't know anything about Chen Ke at all. Chen Ke is a "student who has returned from overseas", and these two people will not have much insight into the views of the European powers, and they must be "strong ships and sharp guns", and it is normal for the conversation to be related to the army.

Chen Ke didn't want to just talk nonsense, so he changed the subject. "Brother Xu, the army you asked, Europe not only has an army, but the important thing is the capitalist system. The operation of the system itself is very different from that of China today. The current system of the Manchu Qing Dynasty was for the benefit of the upper echelons of the Manchu Qing Dynasty. For the sake of the survival of the Manchu regime itself. At that time, the Wuxu reform was full of people's words, and the change was to save China and not save the Qing Dynasty. Since the Manchus have such an attitude, brother, I want to save China, and only by destroying the Manchus. That's why I left home and joined the revolution. When Chen Ke said this, he suddenly smiled a little shyly, "What I said is a little unbelievable, I hope Brother Xu will forgive me." ”

"Mr. Chen Ke, you have such ambition, why don't you know the sky is high." Qiu Jin said with a smile, she patted the table lightly, and groaned: "If you fight for 100,000 skull blood, you must save Qiankun." If there were no people of insight like Mr. Chen Ke, who were willing to sacrifice themselves for the country, the future of China would surely be as bleak as it is now. ”

"Sister Qiu, I heard that you once stayed in the capital, but the Eight-Nation Alliance invaded China, and Sister Qiu had to leave the capital. Such a thing......" Chen Ke sighed after speaking.

Listening to Chen Ke's words, Qiu Jin's face suddenly became gloomy, but she didn't speak, just raised her wine glass and drank it all. The three have been talking for a while, and Chen Ke feels that Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin are becoming more and more familiar, not only because the three of them drink together, but because Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin's thoughts and conversations are very similar to the "patriotic and indignant youth" of later generations. Because of their humiliating history, they hated the Manchu court and foreign foreigners.

The 21st century, in which Chen Ke lived, was an era of China's rejuvenation and re-assertion of world hegemony, and setbacks were far from being a loss of power and humiliation of the country, but even so, young people were still dissatisfied and angry. In 1905, the anger of the patriotic youth was that "Lang China" was really invaded, plundered, and insulted, and this anger was even purer and more unbearable. Chen Ke can probably understand this humiliation and anger, because when he reads modern Chinese history, he really can't bear to open the book. That kind of humiliation and anger made even Chen Ke, a young man a hundred years later, feel heartbroken, and the pain of the young people who have personally experienced this era is a hundred times that of Chen Ke.

Thinking of this, Chen Ke couldn't help but lower his gaze. There was silence on the table for a while, and Qiu Jin suddenly asked: "Mr. Chen has words, we call each other Mr., it's too restrictive." ”

"I grew up overseas, and I only had a name, but no words. This ......," Chen Ke said with some embarrassment, "Well, if you two don't dislike it, can you help me think about it?" ”

"Oh, Mr. Chen is polite." Xu Xilin said with a smile.

Qiu Jin didn't refuse, "That's not bad." I don't know if Chen Ke has a favorite phrase? ”

Chen Ke pondered for a moment and replied: "Yu Yu Wen, I follow Zhou." ”

But it is the words of the Analects. Hmm......" Qiu Jin thought for a moment, "How about calling Wen Qing." ”

Chen Ke almost burst out laughing when he heard the word. He forced a smile and nodded, "I think so." ”

"If you don't like this word in the future, you can change it." Qiu Jin continued.

"I think it's good. Thank you very much. Chen Ke hurriedly said.

originally thought that when the words came here, they would move on to a lighter topic, but Qiu Jin's next words surprised Chen Ke.

"Wen Qing, after reading your article and the words we talked about at the banquet, I always feel that Wen Qing is a little vague. Since Wen Qing personally came to visit Bosun, he seemed to have heard of me. If Wen Qing only learned what he learned from school, I don't believe it. Qiu Jin said with a smile, but there was something else underneath the smile, "I now believe that Wen Qing is not from the Manchu Dynasty." If Wen Qing is a Manchu person, this article alone is enough to get ahead. However, Wen Qing is not a revolutionary party. ”

Listening to Qiu Jin's words, Xu Xilin's eyes lit up and he nodded slightly. It seems that he feels the same way, but he can't say it as clearly and clearly as Qiu Jin.

Speaking of which, Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin's vigilance against Chen Ke is already so obvious. Chen Ke was relieved by this. If the two sides talk happily, Chen Ke will feel that he has not gained much. The situation of having a good conversation is always a sign of the need for lasting contact. Chen Ke doesn't have that much time to gradually get in touch with the two and slowly deepen their relationship. Now this seemingly tense and-for-tat situation has turned out to be two, either the two sides cooperate, or the two sides fall out. In any case, the results are very fast.

Chen Ke picked up the wine glass in front of him and drank it all. Putting down the wine glass, Chen Ke said: "I think the purpose of the current revolutionaries is nothing more than to overthrow the Manchus. For the better, let's make an ambiguous plan, roughly what kind of country we want to build. As far as the books I've read, the little things I know. Looking at their new national plans is a pile of shit. What is a revolution? Destiny. No matter how you say that the Manchus stole China, the human face and the heart of the beast. Or so on, but the Manchu Qing Dynasty can have these 260 years, relying on more than just handsome beasts and cannibals. It was the whole system behind the Manchu Qing that supported its existence. My revolution is the fate of this system. You defeated the Manchus, China is still this system, do you think you can win the big powers? ”

From the moment he saw Xu Xilin, Chen Ke tried to make himself look gentle and elegant, but at this moment, Chen Ke did not face the mirror, so he naturally couldn't see his expression. Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin clearly saw that Chen Ke's eyes were wide open, and his expression could be said to be murderous. And as Chen Ke became emotionally excited, a sharper demeanor almost gushed out. The young man who was kind and smiling just now was completely invisible at this moment.

"I think the two of you can't wait to eat Cixi's flesh and sleep on her skin. As far as I can see, this can only be said that the two of them have hope for her. If the Eight-Nation Coalition Army did not enter Beijing to burn and loot, but was annihilated by the Manchu army in one fell swoop. Those foreign devils were paraded through the streets. Foreign countries were forced to pay reparations to various parts of China. I'm afraid the two of you are about to shout Long live Galeries Lafayette, right? Chen Ke's words were already vicious, and after hearing this, Xu Xilin's face suddenly became ugly.

"But for me, it's a different story. Since the Manchu system was definitely no match for European countries, it was impossible for China to win no matter who was in power. If you plant beans and want to harvest watermelons, is it possible? Seeing that watermelons were harvested in Europe, you complained that the Manchus, who planted beans, did not grow watermelons, isn't it ridiculous? Speaking of this, Chen Ke couldn't help but sneer twice.

"I don't hate the Manchus at all, at least not anymore. The Manchus, and the system of Manchu deputies, were hopeless. In today's world, it is completely impossible for China to close its doors. We now need to look at the world and China from the perspective of the world. Why is China being held down and beaten by those countries in Europe that are bigger, because China is not strong. Why is China looked down upon by the people of those countries in Europe, because China has no contribution to the world. China has not been able to lead the world forward. My revolution is to abolish China's old system, make China strong, and lead the world to a better future. Chen Ke said this, his voice was sharp, almost like he was about to roar.

Perhaps sensing his gaffe, Chen Ke let out a long breath, calmed down his emotions, and made his voice a little lower. "The rise and fall of the world is the responsibility of the husband. In foreign countries, there is a saying that the country is so ruined, and my generation is despicable. China has been at the top of the world for more than 2,000 years. We complain about the heavens and people today, and blame the Manchu Qing Dynasty, when we were not born in this world, whether China is strong or declining, it naturally has nothing to do with us. But today, in this world, we do not seek to be motivated, but only hate our predecessors for delaying China, which is really insulting the word revolution. Since we believe that we want revolution, we have searched up and down and done our best. If you want to search up and down, then you must first throw away your own prejudices. What is the reason why China has weakened so much? What went wrong? Is there a problem with the Manchus? Or is there something wrong with China's system? Speaking of this, Chen Ke picked up the flask and poured himself a glass of wine, "We are here today to have a good time." Out of this house, the China outside is not to the extent of mourning. We have to admit that. However, in my opinion, it will not be long before the old system will not be sustainable. The era of mourning is about to come. Let me ask you both, who is our enemy? After saying this, Chen Ke stared at Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin.

The two people on the other side were speechless for a while, and their original impression of Chen Ke had changed dramatically at this time. Qiu Jin looked at Chen Ke, then at Xu Xilin, and suddenly laughed, at first it was a sneer, but then it turned out that he couldn't stop laughing. After a long while, Qiu Jin barely stopped laughing, she took out a handkerchief and wiped the tears from the corners of her eyes, and said in the kind of shortness of breath that is unique after laughing: "Mr. Chen, no, Wen Qing, Wen Qing." I really didn't understand it before, you look like you were born in a noble family, and you actually went to the countryside of Shaoxing to ask to see a country gentry like Bosun. I think there's definitely something wrong with that. After listening to Wen Qing's words, I really understood. Wenqing, you are indeed a revolutionary. Moreover, revolutionaries like you will not be able to survive for a day in the capital. Before, I suspected that you were cheating, but I can't make any more compensation to you. ”

After listening to Qiu Jin's words, Xu Xilin also nodded, "I originally watched Wen Qing's masterpiece, and I still felt a little incomprehensible. Now I know what kind of mentality Wen Qing had when he wrote that masterpiece. With Wenqing's understanding, I am much inferior to the foolish brother. Speaking of this, Xu Xilin sighed deeply, "Today's revolutionary youth are really capable. I watched the masterpieces of Chen Tianhua and Zou Rong, and I was already amazed that the young man in his twenties was already so good. Unfortunately, Zou Rong died in prison in Shanghai a month ago. If you can listen to Wen Qing and Zou Rong talk about the revolution together, the foolish brother really dies without regrets. ”

Speaking of this, Xu Xilin sat down, "Wen Qing, you came to visit me earlier, and you said at the beginning that you had something to ask for." Foolish brother, I am only shallow in virtue, and I can't be driven by Wen Qing, now I just want to ask, how Wen Qing wants to let Foolish Brother work. ”

"Brother Bosun is serious." Chen Ke hurriedly replied, "I know that Brother Bosun also has some connections in Shanghai. This revolution would never have worked without funds. I wanted to do something in Shanghai, so I had a reluctant request to ask Brother Bosun to take me to Shanghai. As a foreigner, I will definitely die without a place to die in Shanghai rashly. Without the support of revolutionary comrades like Brother Bosun, what I said and thought would have been vain. ”

"I see." Xu Xilin said, "I don't know what Wenqing is going to do when he arrives in Shanghai." ”

"Dye the cloth." Chen Ke replied.

"Dyeing cloth?" Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin looked at each other strangely, "Can you make a lot of money dyeing cloth?" ”

"You can't make a lot of money, but you can make the first money. To be honest, when I left home, I only brought some things with me, and I didn't have any money. Hehe, in fact, he was kicked out. Speaking of this, Chen Ke couldn't help laughing, "So if you want to make a revolution, you have to start from scratch." That's why I came to Shaoxing, so presumptuously wanting Brother Bosun to carry it. What I just said was the truth in my chest. But it would have been rude for me to make such a big deal of nonsense in Brother Bosun's house. Brother Haihan. After speaking, Chen Ke stood up and gave Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin a deep look.

"Wenqing doesn't have to be like this, it's not like this. Figures like Wen Qing are determined to revolution, and if I can help, I will be overjoyed. Xu Xilin stood up and said as he walked over to pull Qi Chen Ke.

Chen Ke straightened up and continued: "I am penniless now, and if I can't get Brother Bosun's support in a few days, I will have to take other more reckless ways." Therefore, I also ask Brother Bosun to tell the truth. Brother, I'm good to decide the next step. ”

When Xu Xilin heard this, he actually asked him to express his position. Although he admired Chen Ke very much, after all, the two had met for less than half a day, and they couldn't say anything if they agreed. At this time, Qiu Jin opened his mouth and said: "Wen Qing, how do you want to help, how to count, see if my sister can help you." ”

Since Chen Ke is from the 21st century and grew up under the red flag, he will never turn a deaf ear to Mao Taizu's sentence of "seeking truth from facts". In this 1905 year, the revolution was a rich man's business. Wealthy revolutionaries tried their best to make friends with heroes from all over the world, and these heroes were not impoverished people. In order to be recognized by these revolutionaries, Chen Ke strives to be "stylish" in his dress. Although he has no money, this outfit is enough to prove it, and Chen Ke also has things that can be sold for money. took off a watch from his wrist and handed it to Qiu Jin, Chen Ke said, "Sister Qiu, I beg you to help me take this watch." ”

Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin had actually seen Chen Ke with a watch a long time ago, but everyone was not familiar with it, so it was naturally difficult to mention it. Chen Ke took off his watch, and when the two of them looked at it, they were shocked. In these days, those who can bring watches are either rich or expensive. The vast majority of people carry pocket watches. Qiu Jin traveled south and north, but he had seen a watch, and Xu Xilin saw a watch for the first time.

Chen Ke couldn't help but feel lucky at this time, his crossing was actually after a lot of shopping in the small commodity city, and he suddenly crossed over. Especially when he suddenly remembered to buy a watch, Chen Ke himself felt even more strange. To put it bluntly, it was just that Chen Ke won a lottery of thousands of yuan, in line with the spirit of "money comes fast, goes fast!" With this attitude, he bought a few clothes, a bunch of daily official items, and finally had some money left.

Chen Ke happened to debate with a brother a few days ago whether it was better to bring a watch or look at a mobile phone to check the time. Chen Ke was actually persuaded by his brother that on a formal occasion, a watch can represent a formal attitude and politeness.

The watch at the flea market is not bad. In addition to buying one for himself, Chen Ke also wanted to give a few friends watches. Giving a watch at this time is outrageous, but it's also an ingenious gift. After some bargaining, I bought four watches. Unexpectedly, this watch would come in handy in 1905.

This watch is a knockoff of a mechanical watch, and it has reached a price of 230 yuan a piece. So the characteristics of the knockoff - shiny, intricate decoration, this watch is not lacking at all. In Chen Ke's view, holding it in his hand is really a vulgar gorgeousness. But in the eyes of Qiu Jin and Xu Xilin in 1905, it was really extravagant.

Qiu Jin looked at it carefully for a while and asked, "How much money is Wen Qing going to be?" ”

"Thirty or fifty taels is enough." Chen Ke said casually.

"Haha, haha." Listening to Chen Ke's words, Qiu Jin couldn't help but laugh again, "Wen Qing, do you know that my family runs a pawnshop?" ”

"Huh?" Chen Ke really didn't know much about this, "Sister Qiu, didn't I find the right person?" ”

"You offer this price, obviously to cheapen me." Qiu Jin smiled, "Your watch is new, and there is no trace of touching it everywhere." Plus the rhinestones on the dial, thirty or fifty taels. Hehe. Three or five hundred taels is also a breeze. ”

"Sister Qiu, this is your boldness. If I hadn't met you, I, a foreigner, would have taken a watch for three or five hundred taels, do you think it would be possible? Chen Ke told the truth.

Qiu Jin nodded, played with the watch for a while, and then brought it on his wrist, "I took this list." How about giving you money tomorrow. ”

"No problem." Chen Ke said heartily. Generally speaking, Qiu Jin's approach and requirements are very excessive. Chen Ke first believed in Qiu Jin, and secondly, he didn't take this watch seriously, he could show that he was bold and could trust others, and a mere watch was nothing.

"Sit, let's get on with the drink." Qiu Jin replied with a smile.

With all that said, it was impossible to talk further, so after a few casual drinks, the banquet was withdrawn. The three of them talked in the living room for a while, and the three agreed to meet Xu Xilin the next morning. Chen Ke knew that Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin must have something to say between them, so he offered to leave. Xu Xilin and Qiu Jin didn't keep it, and when they sent Chen Ke to the door, Qiu Jin repeatedly told Chen Ke to bring as many other manuscripts as possible when he came tomorrow.

Chen Ke smiled, "It's natural. ”

The three of them went out of the gate and were saying goodbye, but Xu Xilin looked into the distance and then pulled down his face. Chen Ke turned his head curiously, and saw several people walking over from the corner of the street. The first person is sturdy and looks powerful, but his appearance is quite delicate. The few people behind him were a little familiar. Carefully identify, but it is the few splashes I met yesterday.