The biggest gossip in Beijing recently is not the eighty-year-old man and eighteen wives, nor is it the publication of a new book by Mr. Sanyuan.
Instead, the Imperial College studied under the Shanhe Academy and published a newspaper called "Imperial College News".
Except for the different names, the layout and format are almost the same.
We also solicit submissions from teachers and students of the Imperial College.
Perhaps they are not used to publishing articles in newspapers, so the quality of the manuscripts varies.
The people who are most concerned about this matter are the teachers and students of Shanhe Academy.
The second is Huang Qubing, the general manager of Wenqing Bookstore.
The fundamental reason why Wenqing Bookstore is what it is today and every book it releases is a hit is that it has Shanhe Academy backing it up.
Even if one day, no other books can be sold.
As long as Shanhe Academy is still there and as long as there are entrance examinations, Wenqing Bookstore will still be able to thrive by selling exam sprint exercise books.
Exercise books have become a regular source of income for Wenqing Bookstore.
The monthly profit is contributed by the exercise book.
And long-term and stable.
Huang Qubing obtained several copies of the Imperial College Newspaper and lashed out at the newspaper, "This is plagiarism! Shameful plagiarism! As a scholar, you actually plagiarize!"
Gu Jiu advised him to be patient. "It's just a newspaper, why make such a fuss? In the future, there will be more academies that imitate Shanhe Academy in publishing newspapers. Can you handle the anger?"
Huang Qubing snorted twice, "You don't care at all?"
Gu Jiu smiled and said, "Which is better, a single flower blooming or a hundred flowers blooming?"
Huang Qubing frowned.
Gu Jiu threw a few copies of the Shanhe Academy Newspaper on the table. "The content of the latest issues. The editorial department is really getting bolder and bolder."
A few old angry young people, with a group of energetic young people, are eager to turn the world upside down.
The content became increasingly sharp and pungent, criticizing current issues and challenging sensitive topics. It also fiercely attacked loyal officials in the court...
There is nothing they dare not do.
Fortunately, they were locked up in the academy and not allowed to run around outside.
The Shanhe Academy Newspaper was only distributed within the academy, which is why it didn’t cause any major trouble.
Gu Jiu rubbed his eyebrows.
She said to Huang Qubing, "The original intention of publishing a newspaper was to give students a channel to express themselves and add fun to their lives. It was to add a touch of color to the boring study life. Look at the content of these past few issues. It seems to be treading on the edge of death."
Huang Qubing couldn't help but grimace when he saw the contents of the "Shanhe Academy Newspaper".
Damn, these students are so bold, they dare to say anything.
He was just short of going undercover in a minister's house.
Gu Jiu's original intention was to publish a newspaper that would cover daily life, entertainment, and gossip, to entertain everyone. If it did well, he could sell it throughout Beijing and make the newspaper self-sufficient.
However, it is obvious that the teachers and students of the academy have more "noble" sentiments. They are only willing to care about court officials, government affairs, the economy and people's livelihood, and criticize social vices.
They want to be news warriors.
Gu Jiu has a headache.
Although the teachers and students didn't know what it meant to be a news fighter, they were always rushing towards that path, constantly testing the edge of death.
They don't care about gossip in life or rumors in the market, they only care about the developments in the court.
He wished he could dig out the ancestors of all the court officials.
Gu Jiu said to Huang Qubing, "It's a good thing that the Imperial College is publishing a newspaper. At least it can distract everyone from the Shanhe Academy Newspaper and make it less conspicuous."
Even though the "Shanhe Academy Newspaper" was only distributed within the academy, it could not stop people outside from chasing after and praising this newspaper.
The Eight Immortals each showed their magical powers when crossing the sea, and people tried their best to use their connections to get newspapers from Shanhe Academy.
Whenever the newspaper is published, the entrance of Shanhe Academy is the busiest.
Nine out of ten people gathered at the college gate were there to ask for a favor in order to read the newspaper.
The happiest thing at this time is the carriage and horse travel.
The carriage rental business is booming.
The second is the peddlers selling snacks.
Carrying a load and driving a donkey cart, he would squat at the gate of Shanhe Academy. At the end of the day, he could earn a considerable income.
The students of the college are all potential consumers.
The crowd gathered at the entrance of the academy was even more generous.
The academy turned a blind eye to these peddlers and would not drive them away as long as the grounds were kept clean.
Huang Qubing, however, had a different view. "Only by comparison can we see the difference. Compared with the Shanhe Academy Newspaper, the Imperial College Newspaper is nothing but trash. On the contrary, it will attract more people to pay attention to the Shanhe Academy Newspaper. If they continue to publish the content of the past few issues, sooner or later something bad will happen."
Gu Jiu didn't deny Huang Qubing's words. "It's precisely because I'm worried about something happening that I said it's a good thing for us for the Imperial College to publish a newspaper at this time. We should take this opportunity to warn the editors not to publish any article."
It's time to put the brakes on the Shanhe Academy Newspaper.
The servant reported, "Madam, Mr. Chen is here."
Huang Qubing was curious about who Chen Xiucai was.
Gu Jiu said, "He is the current editor-in-chief of the Shanhe Academy Newspaper."
After Chen Zhuangshi interned at the "Shanhe Academy Newspaper" for three months, he was officially promoted to editor-in-chief.
The content of these issues was his idea.
Sharp and spicy, just like him.
Gu Jiu needs his sharp style, but does not allow him to test the edge of death.
Huang Qubing asked, "Is today's purpose to teach him a lesson?"
Gu Jiu nodded and asked Huang Qubing with a smile, "If I say that Wenqing Bookstore can also publish a newspaper targeting the common people in Beijing, what do you think?"
Huang Qubing patted the newspapers on the table and asked, "Something like this?"
Gu Jiu shook his head. "It's completely different. I made a template and asked Aqing to take you to see it. We can talk again after I finish my discussion here."
"Okay, I have no objection. If Wenqing Bookstore can publish a newspaper, its reputation will be even greater."
Huang Qubing walked towards the flower hall, waving a folding fan.
Gu Jiu sat in the pavilion, waiting for Chen Zhuangshi.
Chen Zhuangshi's forehead was sweating and he felt a little guilty.
"Student meets Madam!"
"Sit down and talk!" Gu Jiu greeted Chen Zhuangshi with a smile.
Chen Zhuangshi took a deep breath.
His guilty conscience made him feel a little lost.
However, he has always been brave, and after adjusting himself, he returned to normal.
"Have tea!"
"Thank you, ma'am! I wonder what instructions you have for me."
Gu Jiu pointed to the newspapers on the table and asked, "Have you read the Imperial College Newspaper?"
“I saw it!”
"What do you think? Feel free to tell me."
Chen Zhuangshi said boldly, "They are all nonsense and whining. Such articles are not worthy of being brought out to embarrass people."
Gu Jiu laughed. "This lady has always admired your talent and courage, and your keenness in seizing opportunities. Have you ever thought about how long the Shanhe Academy Newspaper can survive if it continues on its current trajectory?"
Chen Zhuangshi was shocked. "Could it be that the government is here to find us?"
Gu Jiu shook his head, but then said, "It's only a matter of time before the government comes knocking on your door. With your intelligence, you won't fail to see through it."
Chen Zhuangshi smiled guiltily, "To be honest, Madam, the quality of the articles in the recent issues of 'Shanhe Academy Newspaper' is extremely high, and I am very happy. If I don't publish them, it would be a waste of talent."
Gu Jiu asked sharply, "Have you never thought about the consequences? Do you think it's worth it to shut down the Shanhe Academy Newspaper just for a few high-quality articles?"
I persuaded the president to appoint you as editor-in-chief because I saw in your intelligence and sense of propriety, and knew what to do and what not to do.
But the content of these past few issues, to be frank, is clearly testing the brink of death. Aren't you worried that one day, the Shanhe Academy Newspaper will really be wiped out?"
Chen Zhuangshi felt guilty.
Gu Jiu continued, "You should be thankful that the Shanhe Academy Newspaper is only distributed within the academy and not circulated throughout the capital, so it hasn't attracted the attention of the imperial court yet. But if you continue like this, this sense of relief will be ruined by your own hands. At that time, in order to protect the teachers and students of Shanhe Academy, I will have no choice but to cease publication of the Shanhe Academy Newspaper!"
Chen Zhuangshi couldn't bear to hear the word "suspension of publication".
He hurriedly said, "Madam, don't worry. I will definitely be more careful in the future. Any sensitive articles will never be published in the Shanhe Academy Newspaper."
Gu Jiu nodded. "Although you think the Imperial College Newspaper is shit, they have a deep understanding of the doctrine of the mean. If a hundred years from now, there were a poll to determine which newspaper has the longest lifespan, I think the Imperial College Newspaper would definitely be on the list."
"What's the reason for the Imperial College Newspaper? Just relying on their nonsense articles?"
Chen Zhuangshi was not convinced.
The quality of the articles in the Imperial College News is not even worthy of carrying the shoes of the Shanhe Academy News.
Gu Jiu laughed, "Yes, just because of the articles that you think are nonsense, the Imperial College Newspaper will definitely become the longest-lived newspaper.
Because they were moderate enough, they wouldn't be suppressed by the court, nor would they risk being shut down. If the court needed a channel to express policies, institutions, or opinions, they would definitely choose the Imperial College Journal over the Mountain and River Academy Journal.
The Imperial College Newspaper was moderate enough to appeal to the majority of the capital's citizens. As for the Mountain and River Academy Newspaper, it was too sharp and would lose most of its readers, only gaining a small number of die-hard supporters.
No one likes to read sharp and spicy articles every day. It is too dark, too dull, and too unpromising. Whether you are a scholar or an ordinary person, you all hope for more sunshine and less darkness in your life.
It's okay to be sharp and spicy occasionally. But if you keep doing this, the path of Shanhe Academy Newspaper will become narrower and narrower. If you want Shanhe Academy Newspaper to become a century-old newspaper, you must learn to compromise and learn more from the doctrine of the mean of the Imperial College. Don't blindly deny your competitors; the Imperial College also has its merits.
In the golden autumn season, the autumn tiger remains as powerful as ever.
Chen Zhuangshi was already sweating profusely.
He didn't care and just wiped the sweat from his forehead with his sleeve.
"Do I have to be moderate?" He looked at Gu Jiu.
Gu Jiu said, "If you were the author of the article, you could use sharp and pungent words to criticize the current situation. But as the editor-in-chief of the Shanhe Academy Newspaper, you can't act recklessly. You have to consider the future of the Shanhe Academy Newspaper.
Have you ever thought about what kind of situation you will face one day when the Shanhe Academy Newspaper leaves Shanhe Academy and enters thousands of households? It is no exaggeration to say that Your Majesty will be a reader of this newspaper.
Do you think His Majesty would be pleased to see the above articles? Would the ministers in the court be pleased to see these articles? They have plenty of ways to deal with you and the Shanhe Academy Newspaper. Even this lady, facing the dual pressure of His Majesty and the ministers, can only choose to compromise. So put away your literary loyalty and find a sense of propriety. If you are not up to this task, I will find another capable person.
"Madam, there is no need to look for another talented person. Madam, please give me some time. I will not let you down."
Chen Zhuangshi was persuaded by Gu Jiu.
He solemnly promised that he would do a good job as editor-in-chief and would make the "Shanhe Academy Newspaper" severely suppress the "Guozijian Newspaper" and become the longest-lived newspaper.
The Imperial College News is only worthy of following behind the Mountain and River Academy News.
Those people in the Imperial College were not convinced and kept it to themselves!
Gu Jiu was very relieved.
She likes the spirit of the students at Shanhe Academy, who are always full of energy.
She encouraged Chen Zhuangshi, "Do your best, I won't make the mistake of choosing you."
Chen Zhuangshi blushed, "I will definitely not let Madam down."
Gu Jiu nodded. "Please give my regards to the headmaster and Yang Ji. How is Yang Ji preparing for the imperial examination?"
Chen Zhuangshi said, "After returning from the northwest, Brother Yang has been studying hard in seclusion. He will definitely have no problem taking the imperial examination next year. The key is to get a good ranking. Mr. Yang also said that his writing is becoming more and more solid. We just need to wait for His Majesty to appoint the chief examiner. Mr. Yang will help him study the examiner's preferences and ensure that he will pass the exam."
The examiner's preferences are particularly important for students taking the imperial examination.
Catering to someone's preferences is not just talk.
Only if you write a good article that caters to the emperor's tastes will you have a chance to be selected as the champion.
Obviously, Yang Ji's goal is to win the championship next year.
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