On the wedding day, my wife was abnormal

Lin Zhen gently held her hand and gave her a reassuring look. "Don't worry, I've thought about all this. Regarding funding, in addition to the portion from my private treasury as mentioned earlier, we can also call on wealthy merchants for donations. Those merchants want their children to go to school, so they won't be stingy. We can also find some enthusiastic businesses and guilds to discuss this with. They usually receive favors from the court, so I'm sure they won't refuse to contribute now.

There's no need to worry about teachers right now. With Chu Xiling here, we can also pick a few willing ones from the Hanlin Academy. We can also select some scholars who failed the imperial examinations but have considerable talent and knowledge, train them, and have them teach women's subjects."

Since Lin Zhen had planned everything, the heavy stone in Murong Yan's heart gradually fell to the ground.

Unexpectedly, her little head was full of questions, and she asked worriedly, "Even if we prepare all these external conditions, what should we do if ordinary women have long been bound by traditional etiquette and are timid and dare not take the first step in studying? Husband, this is my dream, you must help me realize it!"

Lin Zhen patted her hand gently and said soothingly, "This is even simpler, just like before. While promoting the benefits of education for women, newspapers can also publish articles encouraging them to bravely pursue knowledge and break through themselves. Use warm and powerful words to give them courage. For example, tell stories about how women from ordinary backgrounds overcame their inner fears, entered school, and ultimately changed their destinies. Let them empathize and be inspired."

On the other hand, we can organize small reading sharing sessions for women in various locations, inviting women who are already literate to participate and share their gains and joy in learning, as well as the changes that knowledge has brought to their lives. This will allow those women who are still hesitant to see the charm of reading firsthand, thus inspiring their inner desire.

Murong Yan's eyes lit up, and she continued, "That's a good idea. We can also prepare some exquisite books and stationery as prizes for the sharing session. We can reward those women who are active and willing to study, and attract more people to participate."

Lin Zhen smiled and nodded in approval. "Yes, that's a brilliant idea. This way, we can not only encourage women to bravely take the first step, but also create a positive learning atmosphere among the people. Furthermore, we should select suitable personnel to promote women's education in various places. We must select those who are friendly, understanding, and who understand the significance of women's education. Let them go deep into the streets and villages, patiently communicate with the people, understand their concerns, and resolve them one by one. Over time, women will naturally like to learn, and their status will be improved."

At this point, Lin Zhen dotingly pinched Murong Yan's delicate little nose and said, "Don't be so reckless next time. Think twice before you act. Don't act recklessly like you did today. Do you know that I will have to clean up the mess you've made later?"

"You're the one wiping my butt!" Murong Yan's face turned red, and her heart was indeed extremely sweet.

With a man like this standing up for her, she is not afraid of anything.

......

The wind was biting cold, and the capital was shrouded in a thick layer of chill. Pedestrians on the streets wrapped their clothes tightly and walked hurriedly. The hot air they exhaled instantly turned into white mist and dissipated in the cold air.

Lin Zhen was wearing a thick black brocade robe, a snow-white fox fur coat, and a sable fur hat. The moment he stepped out of the warm pavilion, the biting north wind blew in his face like a knife, making him shiver.

He tightened his clothes, looked up at the gray sky, and walked quickly out of the palace.

He deliberately did not take a carriage, but walked along the main street. The bluestone road under his feet was covered with a thin layer of ice, making it a bit slippery to walk on. He had to slow down and carefully avoid the ice ridges formed by the melting and freezing of snow.

Suddenly, a burst of noise came into my ears, breaking the silence around me.

"Breaking News! Breaking News! The latest news from the Daqian Daily: The Ministry of Personnel's doctor has been investigated for corruption and bribery, and his crimes have been confiscated by His Majesty! The confiscated funds will be used to repair houses for the people! Breaking News, Breaking News!"

The voice of a little boy was particularly loud. He stood on the street corner, waving a newspaper in his hand. His little face was red from the cold, but he was still enthusiastic. The newspaper rustled in the cold wind.

The people around gathered around upon hearing the noise, talking among themselves.

"Another corrupt official has been brought down! Hahahaha, the lives of ordinary people are getting better and better!"

"That's right! These damn corrupt officials should be thoroughly investigated by His Majesty!"

"Don't underestimate your majesty, she's a woman, but she's very strong-willed and kind to the people! Oh, we can finally live a good life!"

"Long live your Majesty!!"

Lin Zhen's mouth curled up slightly. Seeing that people were so interested in newspapers, his determination to develop the newspaper industry became even stronger.

He sidled past the crowd and continued walking towards the newspaper office.

The alley where the newspaper office is located seems even more deserted at this moment.

There was a thin layer of snow on the ground, which became muddy after being trampled by passers-by.

Lin Zhen carefully avoided the sewage and walked quickly into the newspaper office's yard.

The trees in the yard had long lost their branches and leaves, and the bare branches shivered in the cold wind. Occasionally, a few dry leaves swirled and fell in the wind.

Zhao Qiwen, the doctor in charge of newspaper printing in the Ministry of Works, had already been waiting in the yard.

He was wearing a heavy official uniform, but his cheeks were still red from the cold, and he kept stamping his feet and rubbing his hands.

Seeing Lin Zhen coming, he hurried forward and knelt on the snow to salute: "The humble official Zhao Qiwen greets the prince."

Lin Zhen reached out and helped Zhao Qiwen up, saying with concern, "Hurry up, it's so cold, no need to be polite. Let's go inside and talk."

Zhao Qiwen was promoted by Lin Zhen, so he is very loyal to Lin Zhen.

The two hurried into the house. Although there was a charcoal fire inside, it was still difficult to dispel the cold. Thick ice flowers formed on the windows, isolating them from the outside world, and only a hazy light could shine through.

Lin Zhen sat down on a chair close to the charcoal fire, rubbed his numb hands, and got straight to the point: "Qiwen, I'm here today about the newspaper. The people are in urgent need of new news and ideas. How is our newspaper's circulation now?"

"My Lord, the newspaper can now guarantee a circulation of one thousand copies per day."

"Well, that's enough. The capital itself isn't very big, and there aren't many literate people. These 1,000 copies are probably read by scholars. I'm going to design a logo for our newspaper today."

Zhao Qiwen nodded slightly, his expression serious, but he couldn't hide the confusion in his eyes: "Your Highness is right, but what is this ditch?"

Lin Zhen picked up the hot tea on the table, took a sip, and after warming himself up, he slowly explained, "This logo is like a person's signboard. Our newspaper must have a unique logo in the future. When people see it, they will know it is our newspaper and it will leave a deep impression. In the future, whether in the capital or in a remote village, as soon as this logo appears, everyone will know that this is a window for conveying news and spreading ideas."