"Of course it's true, and the first batch of literary classics will be used in universities, and then gradually promoted throughout the country..."
Hearing Li Zhu's words, everyone was once again shocked. This was something that seemed impossible to anyone else, but with these books and paper, it would all become a reality. However, Li Zhu's ambition clearly went beyond this; he continued...
"When every citizen of my New Tang Dynasty can hold a book and be literate, there will be no more ignorant people in my New Tang Dynasty. What kind of scene would it be when all ethnic groups can only use the script and culture of my New Tang Dynasty?"
Upon hearing Li Zhu's words, some people even began to fantasize. A smile appeared on Li Zhu's lips. Culture is a soft thing. The color revolutions that the West has instigated in various countries are a form of cultural invasion, aimed at controlling the world...
What if he had spread Chinese culture to all parts of the world ahead of time?
The Koreans and Japanese before the time travel are good examples. Their history was recorded in Chinese characters, and it would be very difficult to abandon Chinese characters, because once they did, they wouldn't even be able to understand their own history. That's the power of culture...
These words shocked the civil and military officials, revealing Li Zhu's ambition and proving his ability. Some of the Second Prince and Third Prince's factions even began to waver. Was it the right choice to make an enemy of someone like Li Zhu?
The new Tang Dynasty is currently impoverished and weak. If the other two princes were to ascend the throne, the new Tang Dynasty might fall into chaos again. However, if Li Zhu were to take the throne, it could very well be a period of great prosperity!
"Your Highness, I am willing to donate five thousand taels of gold in exchange for a place at the academy..."
Yuwen Guo was the first to step forward and say that at this time, he had to support Li Zhu, and support him unwaveringly…
"Many thanks to the Prime Minister for the donations. This has contributed to the prosperity of our new Tang Dynasty. I will send someone to record the amount of each donation later. Those who came to my residence to donate before will have the opportunity to meet with me privately after this donation drive, and I will give them another chance..."
Upon hearing Li Zhu's words, those who hadn't gone to his residence to solicit donations were filled with regret, while those who had gone showed expressions of joy...
These first wave of admissions are more than just a single spot; they represent a showcase of one's abilities. Most importantly, those admitted in this first wave will receive the best resources and connections. As the number of students increases in the future, many of these resources will diminish…
Under Li Zhu's arrangement, the spurred crowd was forced to begin fundraising...
With things settled at the academy, he could now travel west in peace...
Leaving Luoyang is also a good choice; perhaps he can forge a different path. Besides, there are too many things he needs to figure out, things that would be difficult to do in Luoyang…
The entire city of Luoyang was under the control of his cheap father, the emperor, and there were even some mysterious forces lurking in the shadows. Even a mere brothel like Huayue Tower could instill fear in a spoiled brat like Jiang Moyan…
No matter what he wants to do, there will be insurmountable obstacles!
"Second brother, third brother, what are you doing here?"
Li Zhu suddenly spotted two familiar figures, quickly gathered his scattered thoughts, and rushed over to greet them…
The second and third princes exchanged a glance, both seeing the helplessness in each other's eyes. They had just been trying to evade Li Zhu, but they hadn't expected to be discovered in the end...
"Brother, what a...what a coincidence..."
The second prince stammered, after being humiliated by Li Zhu several times, he now felt a deep-seated fear whenever he saw Li Zhu!
"Haha... It's not a coincidence, I came here specifically to see you. I came to check on my two dear younger brothers and see how they're doing..."
Li Zhu laughed loudly, which made the two men's faces darken. They wondered what Li Zhu was up to now. It would be strange if they could do well as teachers...
"Second brother, do you know that Jiang Moyan has been using my name and causing trouble outside, which has greatly damaged my reputation..."
The second prince thought to himself, "If he offended you, go find him. Why are you looking for me?"
However, he didn't dare say that, and could only respond helplessly.
"Why bother arguing with him, Your Majesty? He's nothing but a good-for-nothing playboy..."
"How could you talk about your own brother like that? He went to great lengths to pursue this woman, even saying he'd give her a high-ranking official position if she could help him win her over. That's a powerful figure in our New Tang Dynasty, someone who can control everything! How is he lacking in ambition?"
Upon hearing Li Zhu's words, the Second Prince was stunned. He cursed Jiang Moyan inwardly, "How dare you say such things? Even if you have the ability to make someone a third-rank official, you can't just blurt it out! Isn't this handing a knife to Li Zhu?"
"He's just a kid, he's talking nonsense..."
The second prince replied cautiously, thinking to himself that he absolutely could not let this matter be related to him!
"Third brother, do you believe it?"
The third prince kept his head down, hoping Li Zhu wouldn't speak to him, but Li Zhu wouldn't let him off the hook and insisted on dragging him into it...
"I have no idea…"
The Third Prince said with a dark face!
"Third brother, your attitude is not right. Do you intend to seize the position of crown prince after I leave Luoyang?"
Li Zhu made up something out of nothing!
These words nearly scared the Third Prince to death. How could someone just say something like that?
"Brother, please don't speak nonsense. I am now merely a schoolteacher, and I have long since lost interest in the throne..."
The Third Prince said without even blinking!
"Then tell me, do you believe what the second brother says?"
Li Zhu persisted, asking relentlessly!
The Third Prince's face was somewhat gloomy. He felt that Li Zhu had come to cause trouble. No matter how he answered, he would offend someone. He didn't want to offend either his second brother or his eldest brother!
"Brother, I'm just a younger brother, please spare me..."
After much deliberation, the Third Prince finally gave in, but Li Zhu was still not entirely satisfied with his attitude…
Just as Li Zhu was about to make things difficult for him further, the Third Prince quickly continued...
"I am willing to donate 20,000 taels of gold for the development of the university..."
"Well…"
Li Zhu was momentarily speechless, but upon hearing that there was money involved, he quickly smiled and said...
"Third brother, this puts me in a difficult position. I am an upright and pure person, how could I possibly take your money..."
"Your Majesty, please forgive my abruptness. However, this was all of my own volition and will not affect your reputation..."
The Third Prince is also a decisive person. As long as Li Zhu doesn't cause him trouble, he is willing to sacrifice some money!
"Well... alright then... on behalf of all the students of the academy, I thank my third brother for his generosity..."
Li Zhu said reluctantly, and his appearance made the Third Prince feel as uncomfortable as if he had swallowed a fly, while also complaining about how shameless a person could be...
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