After the cannon fodder father and daughter married into the family, the whole family regretted it

Without waiting for Fang Jin to answer, he answered himself.

"Shuowen Jiezi says it means things. Numbers start with one and end with ten... from one to ten. A scholar is someone who knows everything."

"The Book of Documents says, 'If you are a scholar, you must obey the Five Punishments.' The 'scholar' here refers to a criminal official. The word 'scholar' has many meanings, and it's difficult to summarize it in one word..."

Before he finished speaking, Fang Jin interrupted him impatiently: "What's the point of you saying this? No matter what it includes, it doesn't conflict with what I said. You are just sophistry and gossip!"

Qin Yan said calmly: "Why are you in such a hurry?"

"Throughout history, there have been Confucian scholars, warriors, and counselors. Scholars are a cultural force, possessing lofty ideals and aspirations. They must restrain themselves with 'benevolence, righteousness, propriety, wisdom, and trustworthiness,' and possess the integrity of 'a scholar can be killed but not humiliated.'"

His tone gradually became more intense, and the look he gave Fang Jin was very sharp.

"It is to 'carry on the lost knowledge of the ancient sages' and to 'bring peace to the world for eternity'!"

His words were powerful and excited many people. His views at this moment were like the poem he had just written, which was deafening. His words were as powerful as his own words!

Qin Yan also sneered: "Of course, the poor can take care of themselves, but the rich must not exploit the people! Who else dares to narrowly understand the term 'scholar' as meaning a superior scholar except you?"

"The 'scholars, farmers, merchants, and artisans' you're talking about come from the Guanzi. Guan Zhong originally proposed this concept to encompass the four classes of people, but selfish people like you have taken it out of context, misinterpreted it, and used it to protect your own interests. How can you have the nerve to call yourself a scholar?"

Everyone in the audience was stunned. Such words, let alone coming from a teenager, would probably never come across someone who could make such remarks in such an occasion in their entire life.

It is no exaggeration to say that Qin Yan was shining in the eyes of some people at this moment. They felt as if they had just been hit hard in the chest with a hammer. It didn't hurt, but their hearts were excited!

Some people even couldn't help but drink several cups of tea in succession to calm themselves down, so as not to lose their composure and jump up and shout "Well said!"

Fang Jin's face flushed red from being smothered. Of course he wanted to refute, but he was completely defeated in both argument and momentum. This was a gathering of scholars, so he couldn't just curse at the crowd when he couldn't win, right?!

At this time, Mr. Zheng spoke up and interrupted the confrontation between the two people.

"All right!"

He frowned and looked at Fang Jin without saying anything. His eyes were cold, but no emotion could be seen on his face.

Turning around, he looked disapprovingly at student Qin Yan and feigned a scolding, "You've read a few books, and you're so arrogant? Don't you see what kind of occasion it is today? You're just fooling around!"

Qin Yan knew that he should quit while he was ahead. Even if he wanted to suppress Fang Jin, there was no need to hurt the enemy by a thousand and lose eight hundred of his own.

He immediately apologized, his tone particularly sincere: "It's my fault. What I just said was just my personal opinion. I was provoked into being a little radical. I hope you gentlemen will not blame me."

After he said this, he bowed to everyone.

Who could be blamed? At least not those present. The students who had different ideas wouldn't be as impulsive as Fang Jin, and the teachers all knew what was going on.

Fortunately, he was interrupted suddenly, otherwise he would not know where the conversation would go. In fact, some people really like to listen to it. It's a pity that now is not the right time. Otherwise, he really wants to find a place where there is no one and let Qin Yan talk in front of him.

Some people may feel happy to hear this, but some may not want to hear it. If they are their own students, they will definitely give them a good lecture.

Having said that, everyone at this moment looked at Qin Yan sitting in the seat, and the more they looked at him, the more they thought he was really good.

Oh, that’s great!

Qin Yan faced all kinds of gazes and regained his calm expression, but was suddenly grabbed by He Shuyuan!

He struggled subconsciously but couldn't pull it out.

He Shuyuan was so surprised at this moment. His eyes lit up as he looked at Qin Yan and he held one of Qin Yan's hands with both of his hands. He was the one who wanted to take Qin Yan away right now!

It would be nice to find a place where no one is around to chat. Now he just wants to listen to Qin Yan talk!

"A bosom friend, a bosom friend! Brother Qin, I feel like someone has heard the music of High Mountains and Flowing Water that I played in my heart!"

Qin Yan felt that his enthusiasm was a bit inflamed, and this guy didn't know why his hands were sweating.

He silently pulled his hand out and wiped it on his sleeve without making a sound.

At this point, all three rounds of questions were completed. The students wrote poems and their emotions fluctuated greatly. Now they relaxed and felt a little tired.

Lin Bosheng stepped forward and said, "Everyone, the main part of today's poetry gathering has ended. You can make your own arrangements for the rest of the day!"

The teachers walked together and went to the garden to drink tea.

The students were also reluctant to leave. Without the teachers around, they spoke more freely and gathered in groups of three or five.

Qin Yan sat in a wheelchair, but his eyes fell on the Lin family's housekeeper. The housekeeper had just packed up the trial manuscript on the table and left.

Qin Yan withdrew his gaze, and He Shuyuan tugged at his sleeve with one hand: "There are too many people here, do you want to find a quieter place to chat for a while?"

He was a little hesitant. So many things had happened today, and he felt that everyone around him was eager to try to get to him. It was just that they didn't interact much with each other on a daily basis, so they didn't feel comfortable crowding around him at this moment.

But if we wait a little longer, it may not be the case.

Just as he was thinking about whether to leave early, he heard the voice of Mr. Zheng not far away.

"Qin Yan!"

He turned around and saw the gentleman waving at him. He nodded immediately and said to He Shuyuan sideways: "The gentleman is looking for me. I can't chat with you today. We can talk another day when there is a chance."

He Shuyuan could only watch him being pushed away with regret.

"gentlemen."

Mr. Zheng was very satisfied with his performance today. He was smiling and in a good mood. "We are going to the garden. Come with us."

Qin Yan said yes.

Seeing how calm he was now, all the sharpness he had just displayed had been completely restrained, and Mr. Zheng nodded secretly.

Qin Yan thought of something and turned back: "Second uncle, just push me here. You haven't had a chance to eat anything tonight. You stay and eat well. I'll come back to find you after it's over there."

These people have been reading poems for a long time. Fang Yin was actually very sleepy and hungry. When he heard what he said, he immediately nodded happily: "Okay, then be careful. If you have any problems, let me know!"

"Don't worry, nothing will happen as long as you are with the masters."

Fang Yin excitedly turned back to eat, and Qin Yan followed him all the way to the garden. The stone pavement here was smooth and the wheelchair could move almost unhindered.

The garden here is even more unique. Through the archway there is a pond with a pavilion in the middle.