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Chapter 105 Listening to the Teachings of Ancient Confucian Scholars

Ostensibly a Mid-Autumn Festival feast at Taoyuan Villa, this family dinner was actually a celebration of Gu Yichen and Ji Junche's coming-of-age ceremony. The servants at the manor were unaware of the true situation and simply assumed it was a sumptuous Mid-Autumn Festival feast. The banquet was lavish, and the abundance of dishes filled every servant with deep emotion. They expressed their hope that Taoyuan Villa would continue to thrive under the leadership of its owner, and they were determined to repay the family well.

The banquet was held in the front garden. Lanterns strung along the paths and trees, their gentle glow swaying in the moonlight. A gentle breeze blew, bringing with it the fragrance of flowers and the coolness of the moonlight. Gu Yichen's table was arranged in the center of the garden. Ji Huaide sat next to the main seat, with Ji Jinghang to his left, Ji Yun to his right, and Gu Yazhu to the other side. Gu Yichen sat between Lu Ling'er and Ji Junche, with Yun Ruoxi and Yun Ruolin to Ji Junche's other side.

Mo Yan and his group sat at another table with Xuan Ping and Xuan An. They immediately recognized Ji Jinghang and Ji Huaide. They also understood that the Crown Prince would be choosing a consort today. Seeing the Crown Prince Gu Yichen, who was currently experiencing amnesia, they all knew he would definitely not let go of Lu Linger, and even when he regained his memory, he would certainly not accept the Emperor and Empress's arrangements. However, the Crown Prince absolutely could not be with Lu Linger; their status did not allow them to be together, and he would certainly not allow Lu Linger to enter the palace as the Crown Prince's consort.

Mo Yan, Xuan Ping, and Xuan An sat at another table with the others. Upon seeing Ji Huaide and Ji Jinghang, Mo Yan and the others immediately recognized these two great scholars. They secretly understood that although the Crown Prince (Gu Yichen) had lost his memory now, he would eventually regain it, and when he did, he would definitely not let go of Lu Ling'er. However, they also knew that, as the Crown Prince, he could not possibly marry Lu Ling'er; the royal family would never allow a commoner to become the Crown Princess. Future conflicts and contradictions seemed inevitable.

At that moment, Gu Yichen was listening attentively to Ji Huaide's teachings. Ji Huaide spoke with earnest sincerity, like a wise mentor, instilling in Gu Yichen the principles of officialdom and statecraft like a gurgling stream. Lu Ling'er, experiencing her firsthand encounter with the great scholars of antiquity, was intrigued by these wise words. She found Ji Huaide's insights shared similarities with those of modern scholars, while also possessing a unique depth of ancient culture. This intrigued her and sparked her own reflections.

Countless thoughts surged within her, as if she wanted to join the heated discussion. However, in that era, a woman's seat at the head table was unheard of, so how could she even hope to express her own opinions? So, she chose to remain silent, quietly listening to the conversation. Despite this, her bright, lively eyes betrayed a strong thirst for knowledge.

At this moment, Ji Huaide seemed to keenly sense Lu Ling'er's deepest desire. He cast his gaze upon her, his eyes filled with kindness and warmth, and said to her in a gentle tone, "Ling'er, do you have any unique insights into what I just said? It's fine. Today is a family dinner, so there's no need to be restrained. Feel free to express your opinions."

Lu Linger was stunned, having completely unexpectedly become the center of attention and been called upon to speak. She felt a little nervous and reserved, but she slowly stood up, bowed to Ji Huaide, and replied softly, "Thank you, great-grandfather, for your kindness. Your great-grandson's wife believes that if we want more scholars to serve the court, then the first priority is to ensure they have sufficient financial resources to cover the cost of studying. After all, if you can't even afford books, even the most talented person can only talk about theory and find it difficult to truly serve the country."

Her remarks caught the attention of everyone at the table, and they all turned to look at this woman who rarely spoke.

A hint of appreciation flashed in Ji Huaide's eyes, and he smiled and said, "Not bad, then, does Ling'er have a solution?"

Lu Linger looked calm and composed. After a brief pause, she answered in a clear and logical manner: "My great-grandson's wife thinks that if we want to solve the problem of expensive books, we can start from the following aspects. First, we can work hard to improve papermaking technology to reduce the cost of rice paper, thereby reducing the cost of book production. Secondly, we cannot rely solely on scholars to copy books by hand. This method is too inefficient and too costly. We should vigorously promote movable type printing. Finally, a school funded by the court should be established in every county-level area, and a public library should be set up inside the school. Readers can borrow books by mortgaging a certain amount of money, and the deposit will be returned when the books are returned. This can not only reduce the waste of resources, but also allow more children from poor families to have the opportunity to read various books." Lu Linger's analysis was logically clear.

Lu Ling'er's views were clear and precise, clearly the result of careful consideration and careful planning. The suggestions she offered were not only practical and highly operational, but also fully demonstrated her keen observation and extraordinary wisdom. When she finished speaking, the entire audience fell into a dead silence, and everyone was deeply shocked by her talent. No one expected that a woman could come up with such profound insights, and even many ministers in the court had never thought of such a detailed method. Ji Huaide, in particular, was surprised by Lu Ling'er's views and at the same time felt admiration for them. He secretly pondered that if her suggestions were truly implemented, then the Tianqi Dynasty would not only be able to cultivate more knowledgeable people, but also effectively reduce the illiteracy rate, thus achieving the long-term goal of national governance.

Ji Huaide stroked his beard, his eyes filled with satisfaction and admiration. He couldn't help but sigh, "Ling'er's insights are truly remarkable. If these suggestions of yours can be implemented, they will surely greatly improve the cultural and educational conditions of our Tianqi Dynasty and benefit countless students from poor families."

Gu Yichen tilted his head slightly, glancing at Lu Ling'er from the corner of his eye. He had never imagined his wife possessed such wisdom, and he couldn't help but feel proud. But at the same time, a subtle worry welled up in his heart. Ling'er's wisdom and insights would sooner or later attract more attention. Perhaps the secrets she harbored were even more complex than he had imagined. The banquet continued, but everyone pondered Lu Ling'er's proposal. Perhaps this speech would have far-reaching consequences in the future, and the fates of Gu Yichen and Lu Ling'er would be extraordinary.