Although they struggled and made a fuss, it was all in vain. The people from the East Factory suppressed them all.

What's more, there were students on the scene who supported the college reform, so those opponents couldn't make any noise even if they wanted to.

The incident at Shoushan Academy was settled as quickly as possible.

Before leaving, Wei Zhongxian looked at Cui Chengxiu and said directly, "You must sort out this matter as soon as possible and push forward the reform of the academy as soon as possible. Don't cause any more trouble. This matter has become so serious that someone in the court may have already wanted to impeach you. You must be careful."

Cui Chengxiu nodded quickly and said, "Don't worry, Governor. I know what to do."

After Wei Zhongxian left with his men, Cui Chengxiu immediately found Zhong Yuzheng, and several people started discussing the matter together in Shoushan Academy.

Zhong Yuzheng still hadn't recovered at this time. He didn't understand what these people were thinking. Why were they causing trouble here? Hadn't he done enough?

Thinking of those people's words of opposition, Zhong Yuzheng felt a little sad.

He sighed helplessly and said directly to Cui Chengxiu: "Master Cui, I'm afraid Shoushan Academy will not agree to the reform."

After hearing this, Cui Chengxiu frowned and his face darkened.

If he couldn't handle this, his future would be bleak, completely hopeless. All he wanted now was to complete the reform of Shoushan Academy flawlessly; if he couldn't, he felt he would be finished.

The reason was simple: the issue of Shoushan Academy was no longer a single academy issue; it was now the focal point of a conflict between the two sides. If the reforms here could not be completed, it would mean that these troublemakers had succeeded, something that neither His Majesty nor Cui Chengxiu could accept.

"I'm afraid this matter is non-negotiable," Cui Chengxiu said with a sullen face. "Before this incident, perhaps we could have discussed it. But after this, it's absolutely impossible. Shoushan Academy must be reformed, and it must be completed as soon as possible."

After hearing this, Zhong Yuzheng's face turned ugly.

The reason was very simple. Among the people who caused trouble this time, Zhong Yuzheng saw many familiar faces.

As a member of the Donglin Party, Zhong Yuzheng knew very well that the people supporting him behind the scenes this time were the Donglin Party, and they didn't even look for him.

Although Shoushan Academy was an independent academy, it was no longer surprising that all academies in the world belonged to Donglin. Even in the northwest, academies were also the idea of ​​spreading the Donglin faction, and everyone did the same.

If he doesn't return to the Donglin Party now, his reputation will definitely be ruined and they will not let him go.

Cui Chengxiu didn't even give Zhong Yuzheng a chance to speak. He said directly, "If we delay any further, it will not benefit us. You will still be the dean of Shoushan Academy. The court will soon send people to rectify the situation, and all students will be screened. If anyone is willing, then they can stay. If not, they can leave at any time."

After hearing this, Zhong Yuzheng looked at Cui Chengxiu and said with a sullen face: "What if I don't agree?"

"Then I can only ask you to go to the East Factory." Cui Chengxiu's face looked ugly.

At this point, there's no need for hypocrisy. These things must be done, no matter how hard you try.

Ruan Dacheng, who was standing beside him, was instantly excited when he heard this. He understood Zhong Yuzheng's thoughts and knew his character.

This is a conservative old nerd. If he can be persuaded through negotiation, perhaps it will work; but if he uses threats and coercion, it will definitely not work.

Ruan Dacheng didn't wait for Zhong Yuzheng to speak, and said quickly: "Not really, not really."

Cui Chengxiu and the other man both looked at Ruan Dacheng.

Ruan Dacheng didn't hesitate and said directly, "Didn't we discuss this before? Now I want to ask Master Cui, what is being said in the palace about this matter?"

After hearing Ruan Dacheng's question, Zhong Yuzheng's expression finally looked better.

Cui Chengxiu glanced at the two men and said, "Your Majesty is a little worried that someone might take advantage of this incident to cause trouble, so he asked Duke Wei to investigate thoroughly."

"Who would have thought that upon arriving here, I would see you fighting. It turns out that Your Majesty was right. There are indeed people causing trouble here."

Zhong Yuzheng and Ruan Dacheng looked at each other, both feeling a little embarrassed.

Obviously, they don't think it's glorious that such a thing happened on their territory.

"You two should immediately write a petition requesting reforms to the academy. I will submit it to you. As long as you submit this petition, I believe the court will have an explanation."

"Don't worry, this incident won't affect you. The people from Shoushan Academy have already been uncovered, so there won't be any further problems. As for the matter of teaching the sage's way, that's also no problem, the court will agree."

Cui Chengxiu was deceiving Zhong Yuzheng and the others. He had no confidence at all. He didn't even say that the emperor would agree, only that the court would agree.

Cui Chengxiu now only hopes that Zhong Yuzheng and the others can write out the questions. As for what happens afterwards, that is not within Cui Chengxiu's consideration.

As long as the matter is settled, even if Zhong Yuzheng regrets it, it will be useless. If he really regrets it and still wants to cause trouble, then he can be killed directly.

Ruan Dacheng winked at Cui Chengxiu.

Cui Chengxiu understood and said, "I'll go out and see the students. You guys think about it carefully."

After saying that, he stood up and walked outside.

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