Tang Dynasty Little Godfather

Chapter 89 Inspiring
Although Hongxiu came from Pingkangfang and was used to the wickedness of people, she did not see any flaws in their deception under the combined efforts of the five masters and disciples.

Because that's just Mr. Anonymous's style.

On the surface, this nameless gentleman is very low-key in many ways, but he is quite stubborn when it comes to educating students. If he were willing to compromise, he wouldn't have caused so much trouble.

For example, hiring her as a teacher would obviously lead to trouble, but Mr. Wuming insisted on doing it anyway.

Extremely unorthodox and unconventional.

After they made their decision, the Nameless Academy immediately issued a notice asking the newly enrolled students to come to the academy the next day.

The new students arrived here early in the morning after receiving the notification.

They had wanted to come for a long time, because they had heard that the Ministry of Rites had sent one hundred palace women here.

However, when they arrived at the large classroom, they found that they hadn't seen a single palace maid, and were very disappointed.

"Brother Que, didn't you say that a hundred palace courtesans came to our academy?" Yang Hun asked Wang Xi.

"What palace prostitute, junior sister?"

"Yes, yes, junior sister, where are all the junior sisters now?"

"Anyway, it's not here."

Wang Xi said, "Today's matter is mainly yours, it has nothing to do with them, so I didn't let them come."

"Our business? What business?"

"I don't know the specifics either. The gentleman will personally chair the meeting later, and then you will find out."

These words made everyone feel very uneasy.

If we let them leave now, they will really break down.

They worked so hard.

Soon after, Tao Mo arrived at the large classroom; this was the first time he had appeared at a meeting of this scale.

Many students were even seeing the nameless gentleman for the first time, and they were quite excited.

Do you know why I was in such a hurry to call you here?

Tao Mo asked loudly.

The students were all bewildered.

Tao Mo said, "Here's what's going on. Recently, quite a few people have complained to our Wuming Academy that some of your behaviors are disturbing others. For example, reciting lines on the street, or singing in restaurants."

"Sir, who is complaining? What business is it of ours if we're just reciting our lines?"

“We paid for our meal at the restaurant, so why can’t we sing?”

"Sir, please don't listen to those slanderous accusations; we have been wronged."

The students were already anxious, afraid that they had made some mistake again. When they heard that this was indeed the case, they believed that they had not done anything wrong, and they became very agitated, desperately trying to defend themselves.

Hiding behind, Hongxiu listened to these vile insults and couldn't help but feel worried. Fortunately, she only needed to teach Wang Xi.

"Alright, alright, please let me finish."

Tao Mo pressed his hand down.

The students quieted down, but their young faces were filled with grievance.

Compared to all the despicable things they've done before, this is nothing at all!

Tao Mo continued, "Of course you are not wrong, and I am pleased for you. But it is true that we have disturbed some people. But it is all my fault. I did not think things through and caused you to suffer."

After a slight pause, he continued, "Therefore, I have decided that I must turn the complaints about you into praise, the disdain into affection, and the insults into cheers. I must make those who ignore you become people who cannot reach you."

"Roar!"

It's boiling!
These words caused the entire classroom to erupt in excitement!
The students below the stage felt their blood boil and all stood up excitedly, raising their arms and shouting.

They were practically shouting "Long live the gentleman!"

In fact, when they heard the first half, they had already guessed the second half, which would definitely be about making them follow the rules and become sensible.

They've heard this kind of talk so many times they're sick of it.

Unexpectedly, it turned out that they were the ones who had to prove themselves right.

This has never happened before.

It's important to know that complaining, disdain, yelling, and indifference will always accompany them.

Actually, compared to women, what they lack most is encouragement and recognition.

Therefore, such a simple statement drove them to madness.

Morale is high.

This is a real teacher!
Some students, though meeting their teacher for the first time, already regard him as their lifelong teacher, and his only one.

It's no exaggeration to say that in their hearts, their junior sister now only ranks second, while their teacher is number one.

Words cannot express my respect.

This sentiment even infected Taumo.

He was just reciting lines; the real mastermind was sitting below, smiling smugly. But seeing these passionate students, he felt that he truly meant it and thoroughly enjoyed the moment.

After the students calmed down, Tao Mo said, "I plan to teach you a new way of performing, which is storytelling."

After you have completed your studies, your teacher will arrange for you to return to the restaurant for a charity performance. You will be able to speak and sing, and you will have to get them to pay for it and cheer for you. However, we will donate the profits to the poor people.

This will make your performance even more meaningful.

Originally, performing in restaurants was a job for lowly people, but after the previous embellishment, it immediately became noble, and more importantly, it also carried a sense of vengeful pleasure.

The students were all very excited, completely disregarding whether they were considered lowly or not.

Tao Mo's speech ended there. The rest was left to the professionals, namely the four senior brothers led by Wang Xi, to arrange for them to enroll and start classes immediately.

Although Taumo didn't say much, the students' enthusiasm was fully aroused, and a sense of revenge drove them to work even harder.

The weather has turned cold, but they still arrive at the academy early every day.

In the large classroom, the musicians were already in place. A palace courtesan named Tao Tao sat in the middle, playing the zither, surrounded by a group of playboys. However, there was no evil in their eyes; they were all looking at the lyrics in their hands.

The piano sounded.

Then they heard the man singing, "If you're not a hero, you don't read the Romance of the Three Kingdoms." After singing for a short while, Wang Xi waved his hand.

The crowd sang in unison: "At the end of the Eastern Han Dynasty, the Three Kingdoms were divided, and the flames of war raged endlessly. Love and affection were swayed by the chaos of the world."

There were only two spectators in the audience: Tao Mo and Hong Xiu.

"Did you compose these lyrics and music, sir?"

Hongxiu asked in a low voice.

Tao Mo stroked his beard and said, "This was not done by this old man, but by Xiao Que and the others."

"No wonder."

Hongxiu nodded, thinking to herself, "Is this the legendary纨绔风 (wan ku feng, meaning spoiled brat) style?" She then asked, "Does the master intend for them to take this piece to a restaurant for a charity performance, or is it just for practice?"

Tao Mo said, "They can practice it, or they can sing it; it's up to them to decide."

Hongxiu was slightly startled.

She felt that this song was only good for students to sing along and create a lively atmosphere, but it was definitely not suitable for performance because it lacked any style or charm, and the lyrics were extremely ordinary.

Tao Mo glanced at her sideways and chuckled, "It seems that Miss Hong still doesn't understand the purpose of our Nameless Academy."

Hongxiu hurriedly said, "Hongxiu is dull-witted and hopes that you can give me some pointers."

Tao Mo said, "I do not emphasize restraint, but encourage children to create on their own. This is my method of education. On the other hand, if this song and lyrics were written by Hong Niangzi, then it is certainly not a failure. But if it was written by Wang Xiaoque, is it really worthless?"

Hongxiu listened, seemingly lost in thought.

Just then, a voice called out, "Teacher!"

"what?"

Hongxiu was startled and looked up. She saw that everyone was looking at her, and she couldn't help but feel a little flustered.

what's the situation.

Wang Xi waved his hand and said, "Teacher, don't just stand there, come up and sing a song with the students."

Hongxiu quickly said, "No need, no need, you can sing."

Wang Xi said, "They don't know how to sing Lin Daiyu, so the teacher can come up and demonstrate it for them."

"Yes! Teacher, come up and teach us a song."

A group of students extended invitations.

Hongxiu couldn't help but look at Wang Xi. "We made a promise that I would only teach you!"
Tao Mo laughed and said, "Since the children are so eager to help, why don't you show us your skills, Miss Hong? Actually, most of the time, we underestimate ourselves."

These words were like a wake-up call, and Hongxiu immediately realized what they meant.

Those above are all nobles; they all go to restaurants to perform, while you're all acting coy and hesitant. Isn't that just your inferiority complex at play?

"All right!"

Hongxiu nodded generously, "Then the teacher will teach you to sing it once."

Everyone immediately cheered.

"Get out of the way! Get out of the way!"

Wang Xi quickly pushed the livestock away, saying, "Don't get so close, it'll affect my and the teacher's performance."

They were simply pushed off the stage.

"Why should you sing with the teacher?" Li Tong said with dissatisfaction as he backed away.

Wang Xi chuckled and said, "Can you all sing? Go away, all of you, get down here and learn properly."

When Hongxiu came up on stage, the venue had been cleared out, leaving only a group of musicians and Wang Xi. In any case, this made Hongxiu feel much more relaxed. Upon seeing Wang Xi, she couldn't help but complain, "You were singing so well, why did you make me come up here?"

Wang Xi said, "Although the teacher only needs to teach me, I still have to show off my skills to avoid anyone being dissatisfied and gossiping outside."

Hongxiu said irritably, "Besides you, who else is gossiping?"

Wang Xi chuckled.

Currently, Wang Xi has only written two works: Romance of the Three Kingdoms and Dream of the Red Chamber.

The Three Kingdoms already has two theme songs, so Dream of the Red Chamber naturally needs one too, and Wang Xi had already practiced with Hongxiu for this.

After a brief preparation, Tao Tao began to pluck the strings and play.

Wang Xi sang: "A Lin Daiyu fell from the sky, like a light cloud just emerging from the mountain."

Hongxiu sang along: "I thought he was a frivolous and uncultured man, but it turns out he has a unique and extraordinary character."

Compared to the later song, this one is relatively easier to accept because both the singing style and the melody are improved by Hongxiu based on the current rhythm and pronunciation.

Unlike the previous song, which had a weird style and couldn't be changed.

The two of them were singing sweet nothings on stage.

The audience below the stage, however, gritted their teeth, as if they harbored a deep hatred for the man who had stolen their wife.

Especially Fatty Li Jieman, who was supposed to share the good fortune, couldn't let this kid get away with it so easily, so he started to make a fuss.

He started making a fuss, and everyone else joined in.

There's no way they can sing anymore.

Wang Xi said angrily, "Your senior brothers and teachers are personally teaching you, what are you idiots doing making a fuss here?"

Li Tong said, "You sang terribly. You're not worthy of the teacher at all. We want Tao Tao to sing with the teacher."

“Great, let Tao Tao sing a duet with the teacher.”

"Taotao, teacher."

"You bastards!" Wang Xi broke down completely.

Hongxiu smiled and said, "In that case, you go and rest for a while. Teacher and Taotao will sing a song."

"Oh."

With no other option, Wang Xi had to back down and then raise both middle fingers at the crowd.

(End of this chapter)