Chapter 358: The Xia family incites scholars to cause trouble, and Nangong Jingyan takes the initiative to come to the door
On the other side, the Xia family finally took action against Xiao Ying's bookstore.
This time, the Xia family acted very smartly. They did not show up in person, but instead instigated a group of scholars to cause trouble.
It is said that the prices of printed books in the bookstore are too low, which leads everyone to buy these books.
And no longer buy the things they copied, cutting off their livelihood.
Dozens of scholars surrounded Yingfeng Bookstore, crying and sobbing, and every word they wrote was heartbreaking.
Soon it attracted countless people to watch, crowding the nearby streets.
"And then?"
Xiao Ying asked calmly, as if he had expected this to happen and was not surprised at all.
Kang Ruolan, who reported to her, said with a smile: "Later, of course, it was cleverly resolved by the shopkeeper Bai Liniang, who was personally selected by the madam."
It turned out that most of these scholars came from poor families in Yun'an County, and some of them actually made a living by copying books.
But there are also some who are misled by others and even take money to deliberately cause trouble.
Bai Liniang then divided and transformed it.
First, let the masters hiding in the dark control those troublemakers and make them speechless, and then deal with the real scholar.
"Li Niang asked those who make a living by copying books to stand up."
"Those people originally thought they were going to attack them, but Li Niang introduced them to jobs at Yingfeng Academy."
"When these people heard that they could become teaching assistants at Yingfeng Academy, not only would they not have to pay tuition fees, but they could also continue to study with the teachers, they were immediately attracted."
"When they heard they could get one to two taels of silver as wages every month, they immediately changed sides and agreed to everything."
Speaking of this, Kang Ruolan herself laughed, her eyes full of admiration for Bai Liniang.
Xiao Ying nodded slightly. It was she who suggested recruiting teaching assistants for the academy.
This is because there are too many children going to school after the New Year, and the teachers are simply unable to manage them.
And the academy began to expand again.
This time it was directly divided into a boys' school and a girls' school, separated by a lake in the middle, and all the dozens of acres of land originally planned were put to use.
Recruiting these poor students as teaching assistants is a win-win situation.
Any innovation will inevitably benefit some people and harm others.
Although those scholars were being exploited, after all, her bookstore did not sell many printed books, it also represented a trend.
If the official Yue Kingdom sells such low-priced books in the future, it will inevitably cause countless people across the country who make a living by copying books to lose their jobs.
These people can only choose other ways to make a living, and working as an assistant teacher in a college is a very good way out.
In the future, as more and more people will study, more and more teachers will be needed. These people can completely work and study part-time.
Her Yingfeng Academy has finally been established.
"And then?" she asked again.
So Kang Ruolan continued, "Then things became simple. The troublemakers were brought under control, and the scholars who made a living by copying books found a new place to go."
"The rest, those who were there simply to join in the fun or to defend someone, gradually calmed down and stopped talking."
"Li Niang only then discussed the pros and cons with them and bluntly told them that Yingfeng Bookstore simply didn't have many printed books, so it wouldn't hinder their ability to make money by copying books."
“Furthermore, such low prices benefit countless people, and they will also benefit if they come here to buy books in the future.”
"The onlookers echoed this sentiment, some even scolding the scholars, saying they themselves had read books but couldn't bear to see others buying them at such low prices."
"The scholars were so embarrassed that they blushed and felt ashamed. They realized they had been instigated by someone with ulterior motives."
Xiao Ying exclaimed in admiration: "Li Niang's move is indeed quite good."
Divide and define first, then quickly solve the core problem.
After doing these two things, the fundamental contradiction is resolved.
Otherwise, if I argue with the scholars first, they will definitely not listen because they are already angry, and a bigger conflict may break out.
"By the way, those troublemakers were sent to the county government office and confessed that they were paid to cause trouble, but they didn't know the identity of the person behind it."
Kang Ruolan said again, frowning slightly.
Xiao Ying said: "Don't worry, they will reveal their true colors sooner or later."
There were quite a few people who didn't want the printed book promoted, and she didn't bother to guess who they were.
Anyway, if anyone dares to make trouble in front of her, she doesn't mind beating him to death.
After this incident, the merchants who had been on the sidelines began to purchase goods and take them to other states and counties, which turned out to be a blessing in disguise.
"Madam, there is a scholar named Tang Jing outside who wants to see you."
Just then, He Changgui suddenly came in to report, interrupting Xiao Ying's thoughts.
"Tang Jing?"
The image of a young and handsome man suddenly appeared in Xiao Ying's mind.
Bai Zhi and others had reported to her before that among the refugees this time there was a gentleman who had just turned thirty.
She also took a glance at the new village when it was being built a few days ago and had some impression of it, but she didn't know what the other party was here for.
"Let him in."
If she remembered correctly, she should have asked Chen Jie to arrange for this man and his family to live in the academy.
Such talents must be recruited, and it would be great if they are willing to stay in the academy to teach.
Of course, you have to look at the other person's character first.
Not long after, a young man of about 27 or 28 came in at the invitation of He Changgui.
The man had bright features, an outstanding appearance, a tall and slender figure, and a rather elegant and free-spirited demeanor.
Even though Xiao Ying had seen many beauties, he couldn't help but secretly praise her.
"My name is Tang Jing, nice to meet you, Xiao Yiren."
Tang Jing smiled and bowed to Xiao Ying respectfully and humbly.
This person is Nangong Jingyan.
After observing for several days, he finally came to me today.
After entering the house, Weifa felt that Xiao Ying should not be underestimated.
The spiritual energy inside and outside the house was so strong that it made him feel as if he was back in the Imperial Master's Mansion.
"Mr. Tang, there's no need to be so polite. Please take a seat."
Xiao Ying looked at the other person inconspicuously, giving this scholar enough attention.
"Thank you, Yiren."
Nangong Jingyan's smile deepened, his attitude neither humble nor arrogant.
A maid brought tea and snacks, and Xiao Ying continued speaking.
"Is Mr. Tang doing well in the academy these days?"
"Thank you for your concern, my family and I are living very well. To be honest, I haven't thanked you enough for your kindness."
"I feel relieved that you are living well. If you need anything, please feel free to tell me, Mr. Tang."
Xiao Ying was just being polite, but he didn't expect the other party to actually climb up the pole.
Nangong Jingyan immediately interjected: "I came here this time because I really want to trouble Yiren with something."
Xiao Ying frowned slightly. This guy was really rude.
"Mr. Tang, if you have any questions, please tell me. I will definitely help if I can."
Nangong Jingyan noticed her displeasure, but pretended not to notice it, secretly laughing in his heart.
"Tang has just arrived, and it is not appropriate for him to stay in the academy with his family all the time."
"I heard there's an abandoned old house in Yiren, so I want to buy it and use it as a place to stay."
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