The First National Preceptor of the Tang Dynasty

Chapter 266

This poem reminded them of their love when they were young, and they were filled with longing for it!

This group of old men seemed quite young, which made Xu Tian feel a bit helpless. Seeing that these people were actually studying a book of poetry, Xu Tian was a little bored. After drinking a cup of tea, he discovered that not only Su Xu, the Grand Academician of the Literary Academy, but even the Crown Prince's tutor were engrossed in this collection of poems.

Xu Tian coughed lightly: "Grand Tutors?"

The group then snapped out of their daze and returned to their positions, staring expectantly at Xu Tian. This left Xu Tian speechless. He then cleared his throat and said, "Have you all forgotten your mission?"

"Master Xu, may I ask what subjects we teach?"

Their eyes lit up as they spoke, clearly showing great anticipation.

Xu Tian laughed and said, "Lord Xue Shou, in the past, officials of the Ministry of Revenue were in charge of the country's tax revenue. Why don't you teach us arithmetic?"

As for arithmetic, Xu Tian, ​​being a modern person, already had a thorough understanding of Arabic numerals and some simple algorithms. Xue Shou, having received instruction from Xu Tian, ​​regarded his insights into numerology as a treasure, and even compiled what Xu Tian had taught him into a book.

Then Xue Shou, in his official capacity, cupped his hands and said, "Master Xu, I have compiled the things you gave me into a book. I believe this book will soon be used as a textbook for teaching students."

Xu Tian nodded and said, "Very good, the students this time are all between eight and ten years old."

Xue Shou is incredibly talented; when it comes to mathematics, he's a genius! Although there are many tutors, and some are very learned, when it comes to arithmetic, this official from the Ministry of Revenue is second to none.

Xue Shou immediately nodded: "I learned addition, subtraction and multiplication tables a long time ago, and I will definitely teach you everything I know."

He then sat back down in his seat like a rooster.

Xu Tian thought about how modern primary school students have to learn subjects like Chinese, mathematics, English, and even geography, history, politics, and natural sciences.

Some of these subjects are not suitable for ancient people. Moreover, the content in books about modern culture, animals, and even the relationship between humans and nature is the result of high-tech exploration. If he were to rashly include these things in his teaching, he would probably be considered crazy.

"Master Chu!"

Chu Liang immediately stood up and said, "Then I will teach you the national policy."

Xu Tian nodded with great relief and said, "Then the remaining geography subjects will be taught by Su Shichang, Lord Su."

After everyone's subjects were assigned, they all turned their attention to Xu Tian, ​​thinking that among those present, Xu Tian was the most talented, but they wondered what subjects he would teach.

Everyone stared at Xu Tian with great curiosity, but Xu Tian only said, "This content is enough. I will act as a physical education teacher to help students build strong bodies. Only with a strong body can they go further and further in their studies."

Everyone nodded, quite satisfied.

On the first day of Su Xu's poetry and prose teaching, he was warmly welcomed, and one after another, poems and prose as beautiful as symphonies were displayed in the classroom.

“A meeting of minds… A string and a fret evoke memories of bygone years, Zhuangzi dreamt of a butterfly…” These verses elevated the feelings of some female staff members sent by officials from the Six Ministries.

They used to learn embroidery, music, chess, calligraphy, and painting at home, but these poems allowed their souls to be released and vented!

Everyone's enthusiasm for learning soared immediately.

The eldest daughter of the Vice Minister of Revenue stood up. She had loved these poems since she was a child. Such moving emotions made her, who was already melancholic, even more so. She stood up and said very sincerely.

"Master, could you explain what 'this love can only be cherished in memory' means? I don't quite understand."