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Seeing Yin Weiyong's impatient manner, Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Father-in-law, you have to follow me up the mountain, right?"

Yin Weiyong sat in the carriage, poked his head out of the window, and then pointed in a certain direction.

Xiao Ce looked in the direction the finger was pointing.

Just then, a group of people dressed in white robes and riding bicycles approached Xiao Ce.

Xiao Ce stared at the scene before him, stunned for a moment, then wiped his eyes.

This scene is truly somewhat surreal.

At this point, Yin Weiyong left without saying a word.

As the white-robed men on bicycles drew closer, Xiao Ce's eyes widened.

These bicycles were all 28-inch models, almost identical to those of later generations.

The white-robed men riding bicycles were dressed in a very eclectic style.

Some of the men in white robes wore glasses, carried small firearms resembling submachine guns, and had knives tucked into their waistbands.

These white-robed men in their mixed attire initially intended to ask Xiao Ce a question upon seeing him.

However, before Xiao Ce could speak, all the men in white robes subconsciously wiped their eyes.

They then nodded to each other in confirmation and almost simultaneously let out a shout.

"Sect Master! Sect Master! Is that you?"

Immediately afterwards, they excitedly pinched themselves and slapped each other.

Xiao Ce felt rather embarrassed looking at these excited scholars.

These men in white robes bowed deeply to Xiao Ce.

Xiao Ce offered a few words of comfort to the men in white robes: "Young friends, calm down... calm down... could you take me up the mountain? I need to find Lin Zhong."

The group nodded excitedly.

Night Cat said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, you really have quite a few titles now... the president of the Golden Society, and now the head of the Heavenly Secrets Pavilion are also reserved for you..."

Xiao Ce pursed his lips and said, "It's just some empty reputation..."

After listening to Xiao Ce's words, Night Owl genuinely felt that he was being somewhat pretentious...

The men in white robes were still very excited. As they followed Xiao Ce's introduction, they were so excited that their eyes were filled with tears.

Xiao Ce wanted to say a few words of comfort to calm them down.

However, it would have been better if Xiao Ce hadn't offered any comfort.

After being comforted, these people became even more agitated.

So Xiao Ce simply shut up and became a tourist.

After entering Tianji Mountain from the entrance, there was still some distance to go. These white-robed men originally intended to let Xiao Ce ride in the back seat of their vehicle.

However, Xiao Ce rejected him.

Xiao Ce said he could ride, and initially expressed doubt about these white-robed men.

After all, mastering a two-wheeled vehicle isn't exactly difficult, but it's certainly not easy either.

Seeing this, Night Owl revealed a proud look on his face.

"Hmph...who do you all think you are? It's just a two-wheeled vehicle. I can ride one too..."

As a result, Night Owl fell several times.

He awkwardly said, "Um, do you have horses here? Or should I bring them over..."

Xiao Ce walked over to Ye Mao's side, helped the carriage up, and then patted the back seat.

Then he said to Night Owl, "Alright... I'll take you."

Night Cat looked at Xiao Ce with suspicion: "Your Highness, this isn't as simple as it looks..."

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "You've come up right away."

Seeing Xiao Ce's confident demeanor, Night Cat then got into the back seat.

Xiao Ce pushed off, and the bicycle shot off.

The people in white robes were originally standing there, wondering how to comfort Xiao Ce.

As a result, Xiao Ce simply rode away on his bicycle.

Everyone was stunned at first.

Then, a proud expression appeared on their faces: "As expected of the Pavilion Master..."

Some of the white-robed figures chimed in, "Are you all stupid? Didn't they say the design was provided by the Pavilion Master? Since the Pavilion Master was able to draw the design, he naturally knows how to ride it..."

The group unanimously agreed: "However, our sect leader is truly amazing."

"He's a god, how could he not be powerful?"

"Alright, what are you all standing there for? Follow them!"

As soon as they finished speaking, the group quickly followed.

Night Cat, sitting on the back of Xiao Ce, was surprised that Xiao Ce could ride.

I was surprised at how fast this thing moved.

"Your Highness, if we equipped our army with these two-wheeled vehicles, wouldn't that greatly increase our speed? Our marching speed would be significantly improved."

"Besides, this thing doesn't seem difficult to build... at least it's easier than those ships..."

Xiao Ce nodded: "That's right. Most importantly, these bicycles don't require provisions. Furthermore, these two-wheeled vehicles are durable and can be used on any terrain..."

"However, since they've already popularized it here... they should be making arrangements as well. The people inside aren't much dumber than us, are they?"

Night Cat agreed, and after they entered the foot of Tianji Mountain, they discovered that there was another city there.

Then the students in white robes caught up and began to introduce themselves.

The white-robed student followed Xiao Ce and said that this city was called Tianchu City.

As the name suggests, it is a place for gathering reserve students for the Tianji Pavilion.

Every year, we recruit students from all over the country.

People from the Heavenly Mystery Pavilion will travel to various places to conduct examinations, and everyone can participate.

The selected students can come to Tianchu City for further studies, where they will be taught according to their individual abilities.

Those who achieve good results here, or who possess exceptional talent and ability, can enter the Tianji Academy for further study.

Those who can enter the Heavenly Hatchery are all from the same family, and they enjoy excellent benefits. Moreover, their family members can also receive very good and generous salaries.

This place is so good that if one person gets accepted, the whole family benefits.

It's exactly like the Tsinghua and Peking Universities of ancient times, or even better.

After walking around, Xiao Ce discovered that a statue had been erected in his honor.

This stone statue is almost a one-to-one scale with the real person...

Putting everything else aside, the stonemason's craftsmanship is truly remarkable; the person he carved is an exact replica of Xiao Ce.

Just then, Xiao Ce heard a series of urgent sounds.

"The Pavilion Master is here? The Pavilion Master is here? Where is he...where is he?"

Following the sound, they saw an elderly man with silver hair and glasses, dressed in a green robe, walking over.

When Xiao Ce came in, he noticed that quite a few people here were wearing glasses.

It seems that people who are good at studying are all nearsighted; this is indeed true.

The silver-haired old man walked up to Xiao Ce and said excitedly, "Greetings, Pavilion Master! Wu Tian, ​​Dean of Tianchu Academy, greets Pavilion Master!"

Behind Wu Tian was a group of people, who all knelt down on the ground.

The power of faith is indeed very important.

Xiao Ce looked at them with a face full of admiration.

Xiao Ce didn't have much of an impression of the person in front of him, and helped the silver-haired old man up.

"Dean, is such a grand gesture unnecessary? Didn't Lin Zhong tell you? I don't like kneeling..."

The silver-haired elder, Wu Tian, ​​gave an awkward smile, his expression one of trepidation: "Dean Lin Zhong... didn't mention it..."

Xiao Ce smiled helplessly as he looked at Wu Tian's frightened expression.

Although these people are studying science, they still retain the temperament and integrity of ancient literati at their core.

Their etiquette remained unchanged.

In addition, with Xiao Ce's identity constantly being spread, people inevitably tend to idolize him.

"Don't be afraid... I don't blame you, get up..."

Xiao Ce tried his best to put on a smiling face and to appear as kind as possible.

It was clearly effective; these people all stood up.

This man named Wu Tian was going to take Xiao Ce sightseeing. He said he had already reported it and they would reply once they knew...

So during this time, he told Xiao Ce about the Tianchu Academy.

Xiao Ce nodded. The Tianji Academy had already implemented similar security measures when it was at Longhu Village.

Under Wu Tian's guidance, he learned that Tianchu Academy mainly focused on science.

The people they hire are all good at science.

They said that the Great Xia Dynasty was not lacking in literary talents, and they even took a saying by Xiao Ce as their creed.

"Scholars are indispensable, but empty talk will ruin a country."

After listening to their words, Xiao Ce couldn't help but smile wryly: "That statement also has its premises... If you say it like this, won't those scholars gossip about me behind my back?"

Wu Tian shook his head and said to Xiao Ce with a smile, "Your Highness, if you had said this a long time ago, people would have gossiped about it... but saying it now won't..."

"Because our country has suffered so many invasions, those intellectuals and writers have long since hated their own incompetence. The pen can hardly save people..."

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Actually, there are many ways to save a country, and your scientific approach is one path. But it is equally important for scholars to enlighten the people's minds, teach them principles, and awaken their hearts to goodness, patriotism, and other virtuous qualities! Benevolence, righteousness, propriety, and wisdom are the core of the spirit... This is also extremely important!"

"If a person only has strength, no reason, and no spiritual core, how is he different from a beast? Therefore, the choice is different, as long as one is wholeheartedly for the country and the people!"

Xiao Ce's words made Wu Tian stare at him in astonishment.

I thought that Xiao Ce valued science, so he would definitely neglect literature.

However, Xiao Ce did not do that.

Some of the teachers behind Wu Tian had already started wiping away tears.

In fact, these people all grew up reading classical texts, and they have a natural talent for mathematics, physics, and chemistry.

However, for a period of time, they were ashamed to read the classics.

Now, Xiao Ce not only doesn't deny them, but actually highly approves of them...

Some people began to record Xiao Ce's words.

Most of these people had never actually met Xiao Ce; their admiration for him was based on hearsay...

However, at this moment, they don't need to listen to what others have to say.

It was only after hearing Xiao Ce speak for himself that they discovered his extraordinary qualities.

Looking at everyone's expressions, Xiao Ce said, "Actually, you should also learn some literary things. Literature is more about cultivating the mind. As for science, mathematics, physics, and chemistry, they are more like tools... So, you don't need to be afraid of literature like a tiger."

Xiao Ce felt that these people had gotten things off track...

He was simply urging people to value science, but he wasn't belittling or criticizing anyone...

Wu Tian nodded repeatedly: "Sect Master, may we say it the same way our students do?"

Xiao Ce smiled and said, "Of course...why not? Besides, our literature is the most faithful embodiment of the spirit passed down by our great nation."

Hearing Xiao Ce say this, Wu Tian felt like he was about to cry.

It wasn't until evening that Xiao Ce understood what Yin Weiyong meant.

News came down from the mountain that evening.

The next day, fearing that Lin Zhongcai would send someone down, they spent a good half day going up the mountain.

We arrived at the real Tianji Pavilion.

After Xiao Ce went up the mountain, he found that Lin Zhong was already waiting for him.

Lin Zhong didn't look old at all. On the contrary, he looked much younger.

When Lin Zhong came to greet him, he said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, you won't blame me for not coming to greet you, will you?"

Xiao Ce gave Lin Zhong a wry smile: "What's wrong, Uncle Zhong? Is this the first time you've met me? Of course, I won't blame you... But I'm very surprised to see you."

Lin Zhong was a smart man, and seeing what Xiao Ce said, he seemed to have guessed what he was thinking.

Lin Zhong said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, am I too young?"

Xiao Ce smiled and nodded at Lin Zhong: "Not bad... Uncle Zhong, you're in the best condition I've seen among my trusted confidants... The others are either haggard or old... You're the only one who's defying age..."

After listening to Xiao Ce's words, Lin Zhong laughed and said, "That's right. This Tianji Mountain is a geomantically auspicious place; it's good for nurturing people. Besides, the affairs of the Tianji Pavilion are all handled by those clever people... I don't have to do anything at all... You tell me, the only thing I have to do all day is to maintain my health..."

Lin Zhong then said to Xiao Ce, "By the way, Your Highness, the main reason I'm so young is because of you..."

Xiao Ce asked in confusion, "Because of me? I don't remember doing anything for you."

Lin Zhong smiled, then said to Xiao Ce, "Your Highness, you've forgotten... the Five Animal Frolics you taught me... and the Eight Vajra Skills, where did you get those secret manuals from... they've made me feel much better..."

After listening to Lin Zhong's words, Xiao Ce smiled and nodded: "Is this what you're talking about? These are secret manuals that are not passed down in the martial arts world. Are they really useful?"

Xiao Ce just spouted nonsense.

Lin Zhong listened without the slightest doubt and nodded repeatedly in agreement!