Qi Yu understood what Qi Huan meant: to set up a specialized academy, somewhat similar to an embroidery workshop, but with some differences in essence. An embroidery workshop trains embroiderers to work for the workshop, while the people they train can be sent out.

Qi Yu was somewhat tempted, but she needed to consider it further.

Qi Yu: "I'll consider it for a while longer. This has really troubled you."

Qi Huan didn't think anything of it. He was just stating the facts. They were indeed lacking targeted talent. When he talked with the staff of "Political Gazette" and "Dawn," they had all raised this issue.

If this can be resolved, everyone will be happy, right?

Saki: "It's all what a disciple should do."

After Qi Huan left, Qi Yu spent a whole day in his study thinking seriously, writing and drawing non-stop. Three days later, he decided to do it.

He's lived half his life, he's not short of money, he has children and grandchildren, he only has one wish, so what's wrong with taking a gamble?

Qi Yu made up his mind to go to Qi Huan's place in person, which surprised Qi Huan. In ancient times, there was a clear hierarchy between master and disciple. It was said that a teacher for a day is a father for life. How could a father have to visit his son in person, even if he had something to say? It was not normal.

Qi Huan: "Master, why did you come in person? You could have just sent someone to tell me, and I would have gone over."

Qi Yu: "You're busy with your work, and I'm just sitting here doing nothing anyway. It's alright if you come over, and don't worry about these things."

Qi Huan: "Then why is Master here?"

Qi Yu said with some emotion, "I've figured some things out. You're right. Although a targeted academy might sound a bit absurd at first glance, it's not without its merits. I know my own limitations. Listen to you, it's not impossible to set up the academy you mentioned."

Qi Huan didn't expect his master to understand so quickly. Actually, there was a reason for it. Qi Yu had always had regrets. As long as he couldn't realize them, he couldn't let go of them. Running a traditional academy was too challenging. It was okay to realize his ambitions and ideas in another way.

Qi Huan was somewhat excited: "That's wonderful, Master. Please feel free to give any instructions."

Then the master and apprentice began to discuss what to do next. After all, having ideas alone was not enough. Where should the academy be built? What courses should be offered? Who should be the students? How much start-up capital should be available? Where should teachers be hired? These were all questions.

Based on his experience reporting for the *Beijing Daily* and his insights from conversations with colleagues, Qi Huan suggested some courses that should be offered, such as teaching how to write articles, some basic investigation and evidence gathering, and the purpose of newspapers…

After the discussion, another problem arose.

Qi Yu: "These are all very practical courses, but they are different from traditional courses. Moreover, the newspaper industry is just emerging, and there are not many people with rich experience. Who will be the teachers?"

This is indeed a problem, and Qi Huan doesn't have a particularly good solution either. They are still feeling their way across the river, figuring things out by relying on their talents.

Seeing his apprentice deep in thought, Qi Yu realized that this matter couldn't be rushed.

Qi Yu sighed and said, "There's no rush. I'll visit a few more officials from the propaganda department later. I think the problems aren't limited to the Beijing Daily. In fact, newspapers also lack talent. We can brainstorm together and hopefully find a solution."

Qi Huan: "Master is right."

The lack of manpower is a troublesome issue.

Qi Huan discussed it with his master, and the next day he sent invitations to several bigwigs in the publicity department, inviting them to a small gathering. Qi Huan was currently riding high, and since they were all essentially in the same industry, they were willing to give him face and all went.

Once people arrive, things become much easier; the real problem is inviting people but no one comes.

Many people know Qi Yu. His unfortunate experiences are one aspect, but luck is a mysterious thing that attracts attention.

Another reason is that the serialization of the novel in the Beijing Daily made many people aware of the name Qi Yu.

After Qi Huan's introduction, the bigwigs in the publicity department learned that Qi Yu was Qi Huan's mentor. Seeing Qi Huan's solemn attitude, they knew that something was probably going to happen today.