At this critical moment, a skilled young swordsman slammed his palm on the table and leaped towards the woman, appearing instantly in front of her. With a gentle flick, he deflected the flying teapot aside; with a crack, the teapot shattered, spilling tea everywhere, but no one was injured.

He coldly surveyed his surroundings and said in a deep voice, "You are all scholars, and you should be well-mannered and knowledgeable. How can you be so rude and impolite as we Jianghu people? As for whether our Great Xuan should follow the Yun Dynasty's example and set up those so-called schools for children, that is for the court to decide. We, as common people, should view it rationally, rather than blindly following the trend, and we must not harm the innocent."

These words eased the atmosphere in the teahouse somewhat, but dissenting voices continued unabated.

Seeing that the situation was getting out of control, the teahouse owner hurriedly said with a fawning smile, "Gentlemen! Gentlemen, Moxiangju is a quiet place. Please do not make any more noise. If you have any insightful opinions, please leave them in writing for future generations to appreciate."

After saying this, he ordered his staff to clean up the mess, and then personally brewed a pot of fine Longjing tea, which he distributed to everyone. The heated debate gradually subsided amidst the fragrant aroma of tea.

As the sun set, the argument in the teahouse had subsided.

Years later, the "Records of the People of Da Xuan" recorded the following about this event: This seemingly ordinary teahouse dispute was actually a microcosm of the clash between old and new ideas and the changes of the times, foreshadowing the coming of a more open and inclusive new era. Discussions about the reforms of Empress Yun He of the Yun Dynasty and the improvement of women's status spread rapidly like wildfire throughout every corner of the Da Xuan Dynasty.

Yunchao, a corner of Chunsheng County, is a place of peace and tranquility.

The low-lying rows of farmhouses are arranged in a pleasing, staggered pattern, with wisps of smoke rising from each chimney, creating a beautiful pastoral scene against the backdrop of distant green mountains.

Inside the courtyard, several peach trees were in full bloom, their pink petals falling like snow, bringing a rich spring atmosphere to the entire courtyard. Chunsheng County enjoys a spring-like climate all year round, a unique advantage that other counties envy.

Suddenly, a hearty laugh broke the silence: "Auntie, what delicious food are you making? I can smell the aroma from far away!"

As the sound came, the big yellow dog in the yard raised its head, whimpered when it saw the person, and then lay down low on the yellow earth, its ears drooping, but its eyes were fixed on the direction of the kitchen.

Ah Jin was dressed in a light purple silk dress embroidered with exquisite orchid patterns. She held a delicate ivory folding fan with a finely painted portrait of a lady.

This fan was specially bought for her by her husband from a merchant. It is said to be a precious item from the Baozhenlou Pavilion in the Great Xuan Kingdom!

As she gently waved her folding fan, a faint scent of jasmine wafted in the breeze, drawing the attention of passersby in the alley. She had returned home with her husband to visit relatives.

"Oh my, it's Ah Jin back!" A farmer's wife who was busy at the stove looked up and saw her, her face immediately lighting up with a delighted smile. She quickly put down the firewood in her hands and came to greet her.

Ah Jin smiled and nodded, then swayed her hips as she slowly walked towards the stone table in the center of the courtyard, where several neighbors had already gathered, discussing everyday matters.

She sat down gently, her folding fan half-covering her face, and said in a soft voice, "Dear aunts and uncles, I have brought you some wonderful news from Dunyang City."

Upon hearing this, everyone gathered around, straining their ears to listen carefully.

Ah Jin continued, "Do you know that the Yunxuan Academy in Dunyang City not only teaches poetry and etiquette, but also offers practical courses such as arithmetic, medicine, and farming, truly opening up an unprecedented path for us women."

"Really? That's wonderful news! We women are naturally thoughtful and meticulous. If we can learn more skills, how can we not make a name for ourselves in this world?" An older woman's eyes gleamed with excitement.

“Yes, Your Majesty’s move is truly wise! Although we are women, we also have the right to pursue knowledge and realize our self-worth,” another young woman echoed, her eyes filled with boundless anticipation for the future.

"Oh? Is there really such a good thing?" An elderly woman's eyes gleamed with disbelief, her voice filled with excitement.

“Absolutely true, Auntie.” Ah Jin nodded firmly. “Moreover, this academy treats women equally. Regardless of their social status, as long as they are eager to learn, they can enroll. What’s even more gratifying is that for girls from poor families who cannot afford the tuition, the academy allows them to work within the academy to offset the tuition, truly achieving fairness and universal access to education.”

These words immediately caused an uproar in the courtyard.

The peasant women looked at each other, their eyes filled with both surprise and relief.

They never imagined that women like them, who had never left their homes and whose lives revolved around cooking, would have someone create such a world for their daughter.

"This is wonderful!" A young peasant woman said, her eyes glistening with tears. "The girls in our village will have the opportunity to study at Yunxuan Academy, learn a skill, and not just depend on their men in the future, but be able to support themselves!"

Upon hearing this, Ah Jin smiled gently.

Suddenly, she remembered what she had heard before her departure, and her smile gradually faded. She silently prayed: "I hope the Grand Master is safe and sound; otherwise, such a good policy might just be a mirage!"