sjar Chapter 137 Imitation
Chapter 137 Imitation
He Yue went with Lu Linlang to see the construction of the academy. Seeing that the entire hilltop was the academy's territory, he couldn't help but say, "Miss Lu is very generous."
"For this academy, I intend to only accept those who have already received enlightenment. Furthermore, the tuition fees are not cheap. Firstly, other private schools in Chongshui also need to survive, and we cannot completely destroy their livelihoods. Secondly, we do not have enough teachers.
However, there is one thing: women can also attend the academy and can bring a maid to serve them, but men cannot bring a servant. Both sides can choose the class content they want and learn different knowledge.
In addition to the imperial examination content, we have also recruited some craftsmen with skills. If you are a child of a commoner who wants to learn a skill, you can also come to enroll in the school, and the tuition will be reduced accordingly.
If you are from a poor family but study hard and are among the best in your class, you can have some of your tuition waived or even get it completely waived."
"Just hearing about it makes my blood boil. I believe it will definitely come true!"
"Then General Lao He will help me recruit talents in these areas in the future."
Lu Linlang's cheerful and cheerful manner attracted He Yue's attention even more.
However, He Yue did not see Lu Linlang in the next few days. After asking Lu Zhan, he found out that she was busy going to the farm to check the good seeds.
This time, Lu Linlang was not only checking the good varieties, but also doing something else. Lu Manyin discovered that the neighboring county was also starting to build a paper workshop. It was heard that a batch had already been produced, and the price was even cheaper than theirs.
"It's interesting that imitations have appeared. Did Lin County have papermaking workshops in the past?"
Lu Linlang was also very relieved to hear this.
“Not really. I heard they developed it themselves after finding out we needed a lot of bamboo and wood. But they also have people who can make ink, so they’ve already started selling paper and ink.
It is said that they are going to learn from our way and look for suitable stones in the mountains to make inkstones, but the things they make now look rather rough.
Boss, they are imitating us by doing this, what should we do?"
After several years of doing business, Lu Manyin's mindset has become more businessman-like.
"No, there is no need to do anything. Let them develop freely. This may not be a good thing for us, but it is a good thing for ordinary people. Only when the price of paper gets lower and lower can they have the opportunity to get a degree.
But we can’t just sit there and watch. The books that were previously printed are now ready, and now is the best time to sell them at the previous price.”
"Master, you are so kindhearted. I didn't think of this. The lower price of paper allows more people to buy and read books. This is a great thing. Those books have been printed and are for the enlightenment of scholars. We are just waiting for your order to start selling them."
Lu Manyin felt a little embarrassed, thinking to himself that he had only lived a few years of good life, so how could he have forgotten the difficulties his family had faced in their studies.
"Brother, it's not that you didn't think about it, it's just that you're in a different position and think differently. It's human nature. If I were you, I would definitely think about business matters. Don't blame yourself too much."
Seeing that he suddenly felt a little depressed, Lu Linlang guessed what he was thinking and comforted him.
"Well, I was just thinking about how I've become like this. When you weren't here, my children went to school. When we heard the prices of paper and tuition, we tightened our belts and still felt it wasn't enough. Now that the children don't have to worry about studying, and the village has cheap paper, I've started to forget my roots and lose my original intention. I feel so ashamed."
"How many people in this world can still keep their original aspirations? It all depends on one's conscience and the constraints of the law."
It is now approaching the New Year, which is also the first year since the emperor ascended the throne. At this time, everyone in the Northwest Palace is ready, and all the carriages and horses are heading towards the capital.
"After a few years, we finally returned to the capital. This time, I don't know if the capital will look like what I imagined. The cold wind from the northwest makes my head buzz. Only by returning to the capital can I cheer up."
The officials' families also followed, but their progress was much slower. Some officials, after learning that the emperor was moving the capital, sent their families back early.
"Now I see that things have changed and nothing has happened. Alas, where are my old friends now? It's really sad and lamentable."
"Master Jiang, you have been promoted several levels and have reached a high position. Naturally, we dare not call ourselves your friends anymore. By the way, I heard that you are going back to the capital to choose a husband for that person. I wonder if you have any news?"
Several officials were sitting in a carriage discussing something, and several others also wanted to find out the news.
"Haha, let's discuss this matter after we get back." Lord Jiang stroked his beard and said nothing.
However, many officials have already made up their minds that if their sons can be selected, they will have a share in the future royal bloodline, which would be a true case of one person's success bringing prosperity to the whole family.
Everyone has his or her own little thoughts. Some people who are moving on this trip have already made up their minds, while some people have not thought about that. They are simply used to the weather in the capital and are extremely uncomfortable after arriving in the northwest. They have long wanted to leave.
The New Year is approaching and classes in the village school have been suspended. This year it is very lively. Because General He captured the Regent, many big merchants went to the south of the Yangtze River to purchase goods. So on market day, both the town and the county were very lively.
"Dahua, do you want to go with us or your sisters to the market? We heard that there's a new batch of good fabrics in town, and they're not expensive. We'd like to go and take a look. We have some extra money this year, and I want to make some new clothes."
Several girls who often worked with Dahua came to her and asked her to go to the town with them. Dahua was also tempted.
Although my sisters and friends went to the county town, there are definitely more things in the county town than in the town, but it is also a very happy thing to be with friends.
"Dahua, you go. I'll have someone accompany you. It's the end of the year, so be careful and don't go to remote places." Lu Linlang heard the voices of several girls and saw her excited look. She took a cloak for Erhua to put on and then gave her instructions.
"Okay, thank you, sister. We will be careful. I heard that all the stalls in the town have been set up outside this time, and we want to go and see the excitement."
Dahua and Erhua ran out happily. Lu Linlang asked someone to accompany them and she put on a cloak herself.
The younger brothers have grown up and are unwilling to go out with her this time. They have already agreed to go to the county town on their own, and they are going there on horseback. It was snowing this morning. It seems that the old people were right. Young men are naturally hot-tempered.
"Ahem, Miss Lu, since they won't go with you, then I'll protect you." He Yue was also alone. He Feng had already run away with Lu Zhan and the others. He rejected the invitations of several people and insisted on waiting until now. Finally, he had the chance to speak out.