novel-bin Chapter 451 Great Scholar (2)
Chapter 451 Great Scholar (2)
"Whether you are Mr. Zhongli or not, could you please stand up first? These herbs will have to be sold in the future, please don't waste them."
"Oh, you're actually a money-grubber! You reek of money, so you better stay away from me, an old man!
If you guys don't leave, then I can leave, right? Humph! "
The old man became even angrier. He picked up the things on the ground, patted his butt and was about to leave.
Shangguan Qingyue was very annoyed. No matter whether he was a great scholar or not, their academy didn't want such a great scholar without quality!
So I spoke without hesitation.
"You are such an interesting old man. You crushed other people's herbs for no reason, and you think you are right?
What's wrong with the smell of money? If the common people in this world could smell the smell of money, the emperor would probably wake up laughing in his dreams."
Bai Er, who was squatting on a big tree, nearly fell down from the tree. What a dare the future princess said!
Xuanyuan Yan couldn't help but cough when he heard this, but he couldn't hide the smile on his face. In the end, he could only say helplessly:
"Qingqing, be careful with your words."
"Oh, but I'm telling the truth.
Isn't it what all wise rulers want to ensure that the people have money in their pockets, that they have enough food and clothing, that children have books to read, and that the elderly have access to medical care when they are sick?"
"Well, that makes sense." Xuanyuan Yan replied seriously.
The old man had already stopped walking, turned around and looked carefully at the petite and arrogant girl in front of him.
"What a clever little girl.
Are you sure that as long as people have money in their pockets, they will send their children to school and pay for their elderly’s medical treatment as you said?
With money, the greed trapped in the heart will break free, and gradually become lazy, greedy, and vain. For example, in these nearby villages, I heard that many families have begun to follow the trend of taking concubines. "
He raised his hand and plucked a beautiful flower, raised it towards Shangguan Qingyue, with a hint of sarcasm on his face.
"These herbs are one of the sources that satisfy their greed, so, little girl, don't be too naive. The most complicated thing in the world is the human heart."
Shangguan Qingyue sighed lightly, jumped off Donkey Xiaohua, and looked at the old man steadily:
"You are Mr. Zhongli, right?
Why are you so pessimistic about this world? Not everyone can lock the cage in their hearts. Isn't it better to stay away from evil and get close to good? "
The old man snorted heavily.
"That's easy to say. Then tell me, how do you distinguish between good and evil? I've lived most of my life and still can't figure it out. What insights do you have? I'm all ears."
Shangguan Qingyue shook her head.
"I don't have the ability to read people's minds, but isn't it enough for me to be kind-hearted? If everyone thinks this way, there will be no evil in this world.
So, old sir, are you willing to give our Qingxin Academy a chance? Even if it's just to go and take a look."
She simply stated her purpose directly, with an extremely frank tone. If the old man insisted on not wanting to go, he could just come out to enjoy the scenery and relax, there would be no loss.
Zhongli Jin raised his eyebrows and opened his mouth several times, but in the end he found no way to refute. In the end he only muttered:
"Humph, if you grew up in a honey pot, you naturally don't know the sufferings of the world. How would you understand when a kind person is bullied?"
Shangguan Qingyue no longer wanted to refute anything, and she was unwilling to force the other party if he insisted on his own opinion.
There is always a way when you reach the mountain. Even if there are no great scholars in the academy, it will not prevent students from learning knowledge and gaining insights.
But just as she was about to ride on her donkey Xiaohua to leave, she was stopped by the old man.
"Well, well, just as you said, I'll go take a look first. I've already told you that if I'm disappointed, there will be no room for maneuver, and you guys don't bother me anymore!"
"That's natural. A forced melon won't be sweet. Don't worry, old man! But I can guarantee that once you go to the academy, you won't want to leave!"
So, three people, two donkeys and a mule rode into the village. The moment Shangguan Chong saw them, he opened his mouth in astonishment.
When he came to his senses, he quickly shouted to the servants around him:
"Hurry up and open the gate of the academy, our distinguished guest is coming! Run faster!"
Zhongli Jin immediately frowned and stopped the man, saying unhappily:
"Why are you going? Do you want to have things settled before I, the old man, go?"
Shangguan Chong looked at his little daughter with an embarrassed look, trying to find some clues from her expression. But the old lady didn't give him a chance.
"What are you still standing there for? Help me down!"
As a result, the dignified mountain head was treated like a servant and didn't even dare to say a word.
Zhongli Jin put his hands behind his back and walked deeper along the flower path. The deeper he went, the stronger the fragrance of the flowers became. He couldn't help but frown, and he was very dissatisfied with it.
"Academy should have a noble spirit. Don't you think planting so many flowers and plants is too feminine or even a little effeminate?"
Shangguan Qingyue was not annoyed, but picked a smoky purple flower from the roadside and stood on tiptoe to put it into Xuanyuan Yan's hair, and the other party also bent down to cooperate and let her do it.
"The man on the street is still the same, a young man with flowers in his hair. Who says that flowers and plants represent femininity, and that orchids and jade trees can only depict men?
In my opinion, these flowers and plants represent vitality and hope, and they are pleasing to the eyes. Everyone can like beautiful things, regardless of gender. "
Zhongli Jin snorted awkwardly and quickened his pace. However, when he walked out of the secluded path and the road ahead suddenly became open, he suddenly stopped.
In front of us was a vast open green meadow, surrounded by a fence, with various weapons placed inside.
This is clearly a martial arts training ground. There is actually such a large martial arts training ground in an academy!
After he entered the gate of the academy and observed it carefully from beginning to end, he was so surprised that he didn't know where to start.
A few people found a pavilion to sit down, and someone immediately brought them tea and snacks, and even a charcoal basin to dispel the spring chill.
Accompanied by Lang Lang's reading voice, Zhong Lijin finally spoke:
"Is this a charity school? There are separate classrooms for boys and girls?"
Shangguan Chong nodded quickly.
"Yes, the original intention of Qingxin Academy was to allow children from poor families, both boys and girls, to have the opportunity to study and learn skills."
"Learn a skill? What skill?"
"We will offer courses on any skill that can support a family, including needlework, carpentry, ironwork, and gourmet food... these are the most common skills."
Shangguan Chong explained very seriously, and his eyes were full of pride when he looked at his daughter.
Zhongli Jin picked up the teacup in front of him and drank slowly until the tea was gone. Shangguan Qingyue had the teapot in her hand waiting for a long time and immediately filled it up.
But no one said anything else, just waiting for this person to make a decision.
"All expenses for the charity school are a bottomless pit. How long can you hold on? Sometimes you give people hope but then disappoint them quickly. It's better not to do anything at the beginning."
Zhongli Jin was silent for a long time, then expressed his biggest concern.
"Don't worry about that. Ayan and I are both good at making money."
"Cough cough cough..."
Zhongli Jin had just taken a bite of the pastry, but before he could chew it twice, he was interrupted by these shocking words.
"Hey, you little girl, you have such a big mouth!"