Murong Wanli's eyes widened. "You want to work this old man to death?"
Does this mean they're going to agree?
Xiao Zhixing was overjoyed and quickly smiled apologetically, "How could I dare? You are a national treasure."
"The classics taught here have already been drafted, and we have found many teachers. What we lack is a great sage to be the rock of this school and to lead the way."
Murong Wanli walked slowly inside with his hands behind his back. "So many students at my Junren Academy are waiting for me to return. How could I possibly abandon them?"
Xiao Zhixing immediately instructed Xiao Dong, "Contact the Canal Gang. Have someone lead a team to Junren Academy in Suzhou and inform all the students that their teacher is temporarily residing in my Beizhou. All good students who are willing to come should be brought over one by one. Do not neglect them!"
Xiao Dong agreed, turned around, and strode away quickly.
They seemed afraid that Murong Wanli would stop them.
Murong Wanli glared and puffed out his beard, "Nonsense! Their home is in the south, how could they come to the northern state so easily?"
Xiao Zhixing smiled warmly, "Because you're here."
"Furthermore, the students believe that reading a hundred books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles, and writing a thousand sentences is not as good as doing one thing. The northern state is in need of development in all aspects. Taking advantage of their youth, they have come here and can give full play to their talents to benefit the people and put their beliefs into practice."
"A mastery of human relationships is indeed an art, sir!"
Each of them will become a pillar of the nation in the future. She is giving them a practical opportunity before they take up their posts, so that at least when they become officials in the future, they won't be dull and clumsy.
It also ensures that the essays written during the imperial examinations will be insightful and not empty words.
Murong Wanli composed himself and finally said calmly, "Walk with me a little longer."
Xiao Zhixing caught up with him in two steps, transforming into a salesman and guide to introduce the college to him.
Qi Danhe and the others looked at each other and gained a new understanding of Xiao Zhixing.
When had they ever seen her treat anyone with such courtesy and respect?
For the sake of the greater cause of the Northern State, the prince humbled himself and made every effort to recruit talented individuals, a truly touching act.
Those pedantic scholars should see that our princess is not only skilled in warfare and killing, but also knows how to treat scholars with courtesy and respect. Those who criticize her for being domineering and arrogant should all be killed.
Xiao Zhixing spent half a day with Murong Wanli at the General Academy, especially at the Northern Prefecture General Library. The old man didn't want to leave once he got there, and it took her a lot of effort to get him away.
"Sir, I have an idea, please give me your advice."
Murong Wanli, holding the new book, didn't even look up. "Speak."
“Look how magnificent your thoughts are, yet there are some people who don’t quite understand them and shamelessly say that your views are petty. I was furious when I heard this and felt that I had to have a serious debate with them.”
"Whose doctrine is more effective in governing the world? Let's set up a debate, invite all the learned scholars in the world to express their opinions, and openly argue our points. What do you think, sir?"
Murong Wanli pondered for a moment, then immediately saw through her plan. "I don't like arguing."
Xiao Zhixing rolled up his sleeves. "Let the students do the typing for you."
Murong Wanli was speechless. Could it really be done like this?
Xiao Zhixing thought to himself, "When things get heated, I don't believe you won't open your mouth."
Since ancient times, scholars have been prone to mutual disdain, especially the most prominent figures in their respective fields; it's a case of "kings not meeting kings."
They insist on maintaining a facade, and even if they disagree with someone's opinion, they won't easily offer criticism.
Think of the Hundred Schools of Thought in ancient China, the modern-day Hundred Schools Forum, and the online flame wars.
That would be truly spectacular.
Xiao Zhixing swore that she did not intend to provoke conflict among them, but rather to attract the attention and attention of the scholar class to Beizhou.
If we don't create some eye-catching, sensational event, who will come to this remote border region?
If they don't come, how can her plan of kidnapping the next five members continue?
She wasn't worried about any problems at all; the people of Dasheng were truly gentlemanly. On the contrary, she was worried that their arguments wouldn't be intense enough.
Murong Wanli asked suspiciously, "Why do I feel that you have ill intentions? Are you really just debating and discussing scriptures?"
Xiao Zhixing smiled slyly, "Tell me, is my understanding of your thoughts enough to represent your debate?"
Murong Wanli hummed in agreement, but he was too embarrassed to say that he might still need to learn from her.
Xiao Zhixing slammed his hand on the table. "Then it's decided. I'll write a letter right away. The first one will be to Master Feng Yong. I really want to have a sincere and friendly debate with him."
That old man is quick to anger, with a fiery temper. Choosing him as your first opponent will definitely make things much easier.
Murong Wanli knew she must have other motives, but he didn't think it was a big deal. It was just a matter of exchanging thoughts and opinions.
It's not like he hasn't done it before.
He nodded in agreement and turned back to immerse himself in the book.
Xiao Zhixing took his leave and turned to leave.
A bright smile spreads across her face.
[Yellow comment: Pfft, hahaha, Murong, you were careless, hahaha—]
[Yellow comment: Don't you know she's the daughter of the most notorious troll in the Great Sheng Dynasty? Xiao Zhixing, the one who could make the entire court of officials blush with embarrassment!]
[Yellow comment: Her so-called friendliness and sincerity are just stabbing people in the back! And she manages to seize on the loopholes in their statements, leaving them speechless and utterly humiliated.]
[Yellow comment: The great scholar and rogue Xiao Zhixing, his name will be remembered for eternity! The strongest verbal master of ancient times is about to begin his rampage!]
[Red comments: Is this going to be interesting?]
[Yellow comment: The era of the Hundred Schools of Thought has begun. This great intellectual debate has lasted for over fifty years, and even two hundred years later, new people are joining in. Wouldn't you say it's a grand spectacle?]
[Yellow comment by Xiao Peiyou: The prince took the lead first, then gracefully withdrew, sparking the grandest cultural collision. Countless giants and recluses emerged to join this grand event, unearthing countless talents for the subsequent prosperity of the Great Sheng Dynasty.]
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