usatvline Chapter 1234: Our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child in Yuanlu
Chapter 1234: Our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child in Yuanlu
Sun Shan directly told them the cost of studying at Yuelu Academy, and that even if he paid the school selection fee, he might not be admitted.
Of course, given Wang Jiaxing's ranking in the college entrance examination and his status as a local, the possibility of admission is still very high.
When Grandpa Wang heard that the school selection fee was 1000 taels, he was stunned.
How do you read this? This amount of money alone took away a lot of the family's wealth.
Besides, there are tuition fees and living expenses. Besides, Xingyazi is not the type to endure hardship, so he must eat and drink well in the academy, which costs more money.
Uncle Wang asked persistently, "Sir, is it really that expensive? Sir, was it also that expensive when you went to study at Yuelu Academy?"
Sun Shan nodded, then shook his head and said, "I was admitted to the academy because of my knowledge, and the tuition fee was only 10 taels. It's another matter if you pay money to get in, it's a sky-high price."
Sun Shan didn't dare say that he got in through connections. What if Father Wang asked him to use his connections?
For the sake of their children's future, parents can be very thick-skinned.
Simply put an end to this situation and just say that you were chosen based on your talent.
Who dares to say now that he is not a genius?
Sun Shan found that his gradual progress in the examinations, especially his status as a Jinshi in the two imperial examinations, brought him dazzling light.
For example, if you graduate from Tsinghua University or Peking University, no matter how you do, your background will make many people envious.
Father Wang pursed his lips and couldn't help but sigh.
If only the peddler were as knowledgeable as Lord Sun, he wouldn't have to worry about reading expensive books.
My home is now like a half-full bucket of water, swaying back and forth, and I don’t know how to calm down.
It seemed that Xingyazi was the only hope of the Wang family. If he could study at Yuelu Academy, his chances of passing the imperial examination would greatly increase, and their family's reputation would be changed.
But the family’s money was very limited, and they could still afford it by gritting their teeth. The whole family had to eat coarse food, and life was very hard.
If this is the only chance, there is no need to be so anxious and I will definitely give it a try.
Now I have an eldest son and a grandson. I can’t make the family penniless just for my second son.
If you pass the exam, you can say that hard work has paid off. But what if you fail? All your money will be wasted.
Father Wang was feeling depressed and didn't know who to complain to.
Originally, the person who should be looked for was County Magistrate Wang. After all, they lived so well because of the main branch, but for some reason, they went to find Lord Sun.
I think Mr. Sun is a very good person with an honest character. Most importantly, he speaks the truth and will analyze the pros and cons for you.
Moreover, since Lord Sun taught Xingyazi wholeheartedly at the beginning, he must have hoped that Xingyazi would have a bright future.
Father Wang asked anxiously, "Sir, given our family's situation, do you think we should let Xingya go to Yuelu Academy or not?"
Grandpa Wang also wants his grandson to have a bright future. After all, it is difficult for a family to have another smart son like this.
At present, the two sons of the eldest grandson are not good students. If the Wang family wants to repair the roof, they can probably only rely on external means.
He asked anxiously, "Sir, I have a little money in my pocket. If I grit my teeth, I can still go."
When he said this, he closed his eyes, which showed that he had made a big decision.
Grandpa Wang thought: If Sun Shan could pass the high school entrance examination at Yuelu Academy, he might also be able to become a pawnbroker.
Sun Shan did not answer their question, but asked: "Did Jiaxing ask to study at Yuelu Academy, or did you ask?"
But he was secretly surprised. He didn't expect that the Wang family actually had some money in their pockets and could afford it.
Father Wang is so rich, so County Magistrate Wang can only have more than this.
Tsk tsk, I still underestimated the Wang family’s wealth. If I try harder, I can dig out a lot.
Father Wang said frankly, "Yazi didn't ask to go to school, but we thought that adults also graduated from Yuelu Academy. If Xing Yazi went there to study, he might be able to get into high school like adults."
Grandpa Wang went on to say, "Our requirements are not very high. We don't need to pass the imperial examination like you did. We are already satisfied with the fact that Yazi Zhongge has passed the imperial examination."
Sun Shan really wanted to tell Grandpa Wang that the requirements for passing the imperial examination were not low.
It is especially difficult to pass the imperial examination in Huguang.
Moreover, Xingyazi's knowledge is far from enough to pass the imperial examination!
The only consolation is that Wang Jiaxing still has a conscience and did not make unreasonable demands to study at Yuelu Academy.
He also knows the family situation and knows how to cherish the hard-earned money of the family.
Sun Shan told the truth: "Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing, do you want to hear the truth or a lie?"
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were stunned and looked at Sun Shan in confusion.
Father Wang asked, "Sir, of course I want to hear the truth."
Sun Shan then told the truth.
This is what they want to hear, not something you force yourself to say. It is up to them to bear the consequences whether they can bear it or not.
Sun Shan said truthfully, "Father Jiaxing, to be honest, even if Jiaxing studies for another three years, he is still far from passing the imperial examination. Even if he goes to Yuelu Academy to study, it would just be a waste of money.
It would be better for him to go to the provincial school first to lay a good foundation and make up for the previously insufficient knowledge before considering the matter of passing the imperial examination.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. He made it to the top of the Jiaxing Academy examination only because the questions were simple, and with my guidance, he found a way to success, which is why he ranked so high.
The provincial examination is different. It is a hundred times more difficult than the imperial examination. You can’t take shortcuts. You have to dig the stairs step by step and walk step by step.”
After a pause, he continued, "Father Jiaxing, I suggest that Jiaxing first go to the prefectural academy to settle down for a few years, and if there is an opportunity, go to another academy to continue his studies."
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang stared at Sun Shan without blinking, as if they were listening to something mysterious.
Why don’t I understand what Lord Sun said?
I only heard that Xingyazi was not good at studying and would not be able to pass the imperial examination even if I studied at Yuelu Academy, so I went to the provincial school first and then to study somewhere else.
As for what was wrong with Xing Yazi's studies, Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were confused and had no idea what Lord Sun meant.
Don’t blame Grandpa Wang and Dad Wang for not understanding the imperial examination, because there are very few people in this world who understand it, and the process involved is even more unclear.
Not to mention that parents don’t understand, students may not understand either. Until that point, they don’t know their own worth.
Seeing the confused looks of the father and son, Sun Shan sighed secretly and said, "Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing. I do not recommend Jiaxing to study at Yuelu Academy. I suggest he go to the prefectural school and study hard."
The Wang family father and son understood this.
Father Wang asked anxiously, "Sir, tell me, do you think our son, after studying hard, has a chance to pass the imperial examination?"
The process is not important, what matters is the result.
Facing those expectant eyes, Sun Shan dared not say that his chances were slim.
Instead, he changed his answer to a different question: "Father Jiaxing, back then, didn't you just ask Jiaxing to pass the exam to become a scholar?"
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were stunned.
Sun Shan continued, "Your goal has been achieved. What happens in the future is just a side issue. We are of course happy if you can continue to climb up. If you can't climb up, we should be even happier as our original goal has been achieved."
Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing, don't put pressure on Jiaxing, and don't put pressure on yourselves. Don't forget, our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child of heaven in Yuanlu. Who dares to look down on him? "