Many years later, facing the debt-ridden vassal, King Zhu Di of Yan will remember the full sense of accomplishment that his master Zhang Ximeng brought him!
"Your Highness is so heroic. You must have realized how heroic it is to have the world's most talented people among yours, right?" Zhang Ximeng asked with a smile.
Zhu Di just wanted to nod, but he had not completely lost his mind. After all, this was what the emperor could say. Although the emperor launched the Xuanwu Gate Incident, killed his brothers, imprisoned his father, and took the throne, Zhu Di asked himself
, there is still a tiny gap between myself and others, so I absolutely cannot agree to this.
"Sir, Peking is remote and barren, and is recognized as a cultural desert. These students are still far behind the world's elites... Of course, I firmly believe that Peking University is still the best school in the world!" Zhu Di said righteously,
Unwaveringly, the school is good and whether students can learn well or not is the student's fault. What does it have to do with me, Zhu Di?
"His Royal Highness King Yan is right. The conditions in Peking are indeed not as good as other schools, but because of this, we need to double our investment and strive to be the first. Students in Peking need to work ten times harder in order to surpass others and gain a foothold in the world.
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Zhang Ximeng looked at all the parents of the students with a smile and said loudly: "The first lesson I taught at Jimin Academy was teacher ethics. When I get here, I'm afraid I have to talk about diligence!"
As soon as he finished speaking, parents like Hu Dahai and Zhu Wenzheng shouted, "Please rest assured, Mr. Zhang, we will work harder!"
The faces of those students are all dark. You are not the ones who have to suffer in school. Why are you yelling and yelling!
There is a saying that it doesn’t feel bad if you sell your property to someone else. You don’t feel bad if you sell your property to someone else!
Just wait and see, when you are lying in bed unable to move, we will settle the score!
These little brats all have a filial spirit.
Fortunately, Zhang Ximeng did not want to teach them a lesson, so he did not continue, but said to Zhu Di: "King Yan, it is natural for students to do their best. On the other hand, we must be willing to invest! We must give them the best.
Only with conditions can students be cultivated into talents.”
Zhu Di was startled for a moment. Of course his words were correct, but he still felt that something was wrong. There seemed to be a knife hidden in Mr. Zhang's words.
With my small frame, I can't withstand his sword!
"Sir, what you said is, I, I will do my best!"
Zhang Ximeng smiled calmly, "It's not about trying your best, but you must succeed! Peking University College is responsible for an unparalleled mission... the education of Yanyun Land, the security of the northern border, the ardent expectations of hundreds of thousands of soldiers, and the surrounding areas of Peiping
The future of the common people is all tied to this school, and it all falls on the shoulders of King Yan. Looking at the several vassal kings, only King Yan has the heaviest burden!"
Zhu Di nodded stupidly, why was his heart getting colder and colder!
Sir, you have to have a limit when it comes to cheating people. After all, I am also your unknown disciple!
Obviously, Zhang Ximeng did not mean to be merciful, but continued: "The so-called heaven will give great responsibilities to the people of this country. The success or failure of Peiping is related to the entire north and the life and death of the Ming Dynasty! Taking the current situation as an example, the south
The number of officials exceeds 70%. If it were not for the support of Fudan University, the situation in the north would be even more miserable. The pressure now falls on Peking University."
Everyone couldn't help but feel inspired by Zhang Ximeng's words.
This is not a simple issue of separation between north and south, but if it is not handled properly, it will endanger the foundation of the Ming Dynasty.
Therefore, it is necessary to quickly develop the north, especially Peiping, with prosperous commerce, prosperous culture, and a gathering of talents... Only by accomplishing this step within ten or twenty years can we truly win the hearts of the people and stabilize the frontier.
If this is not possible, then there is only one way left, and that is to move the capital!
Historically, it was Zhu Di who completed the move of the capital, but this time, he had to fight not to move the capital.
How can ordinary people understand Zhang Ximeng’s bad taste!
"Just now, King Yan said that he would cover the school's expenses... I thought it was not enough! First of all, the school must have good enough teachers, the kind who have been around for a long time, can work conscientiously, work hard, and do whatever they can to teach students.
All excellent teachers. I hope His Highness King Yan can spend three times his salary to recruit famous teachers and help them solve their housing problems, marriage problems, and all other expenses. After all, with good teachers, everything is possible!"
Zhu Di was startled. If he understood correctly, these words, when translated, are just two words: Want money!
And Zhu Di suddenly realized that Zhu Yuanzhang asked him for money, and Zhang Ximeng only gave him some tips to control the Korean people's savings, buy national bonds, and buy shipyards.
These actions seemed to require Zhu Di to pay, but they were beneficial to him and even made him more money.
Zhu Di really thought that Zhang Ximeng had found out and felt sorry for his disciple and was reluctant to let him pay!
But now Zhu Di seems to understand that this guy is just playing hard to get, and he has a bigger trap waiting for him!
Sir, you are really good!
Zhu Di gritted his teeth, but he was helpless. Who said that his skill was not enough!
Mr. Zhang is the most dark and righteous man!
"Sir, I will bear in mind your lesson."
Zhang Ximeng said with a smile: "In addition to hiring famous teachers, we also want to treat students better! Peking University Hall must have a neat and uniform appearance. I thought I could prepare school uniforms for students, just like the soldiers' jackets, with two sets for spring and autumn.
Two sets in summer and one set in winter. Also, Peiping is at the core of the northern defense line and is an important place in the world, so it requires a martial spirit... enough horses must be arranged so that every student can learn to ride a horse. In addition,
There will also be competitions such as horse racing, archery, and polo...the average student cannot afford these expenses. I hope King Yan can donate generously to solve the problem."
Zhu Di was surprised again. He was about to cry. Sir, this is not the case!
This year there are more than 1,300 students enrolled. Even if the number is calculated as 1,000, it is not a small number to equip the school with 1,000 war horses.
Pens, fodder, saddles, reins, and labor expenses all add up to an astronomical figure... After Zhu Yuanzhang occupied Yingtian, he tried his best and trained more than 10,000 elite cavalry.
Now if you ask Zhu Di to get a thousand horses, isn't this forcing the child to die?
Moreover, Zhu Di also knew that the horses used for horse racing and polo are actually different.
In other words, according to Zhang Ximeng's request, students should be assigned two or even three horses.
These horses alone can consume all the savings of Prince Yan's palace and even make him deeply in debt.
Sir, have mercy!
Zhang Ximeng did not mean to let go, but continued: "In addition to the students of Peking University, I hope that King Yan will also pay attention to the fact that only with good students can we have good students. From now on, Peking University will
Equally, we must pay more attention to basic education, provide support for elementary schools in various places, promote literacy among the people, and set up more schools. There are few people in Peking, so it is even more important to explore everyone's potential and treat every child as a treasure.
Cultivation. I hope that within a few years, the elementary school enrollment rate in Beiping will exceed 70%!"
Crazy!
Zhu Di was completely speechless.
Even though Jiangxi is recognized as a province with strong education, the enrollment rate in Jiangxi is only around 50%, or even less than that.
Zhang Ximeng suddenly asked for an increase to 70%. Isn’t this a joke?
Sir, you said it so happily, what should I do?
Zhu Di felt desolate. He finally understood why his father was afraid of Zhang Ximeng.
You, Lao Zhu, are greedy for other people's children. The education problems of a prince have made Lao Zhu extremely troubled. Now you are still worried about how to tutor your homework every day.
Zhu Di thought he was smart and prostituted Zhang Ximeng's manuscript for nothing. As a result, Zhang Ximeng dug such a big hole. Now he only has one doubt.
If you sell Prince Yan's Mansion, can you fill this hole?
I'm afraid it won't work!
Do you want to stop crying with your father?
It's a pity that my father is also short of money.
What should we do?
When Zhu Dishang was struggling, Zhang Ximeng did not continue to raise the price, but said to all the students: "It is not easy to study, and it is difficult to become a talent. In the past, supporting a scholar required a well-off family and all-out efforts. There is also the saying that the poor are rich in literature and rich in martial arts. To cultivate a scholar
The cost for military men is even greater. As for you people, who want to be versatile in both civil and military affairs, there is no need to mention the cost. King Yan has made great contributions in guarding Peiping and building schools, and he has also been very kind to you."
"Thank you again to King Yan for your kindness!"
In fact, after listening to Zhang Ximeng's words, especially the parents, they were even more emotional.
If Zhu Di really did it, he would have knelt down and kowtowed, let alone thanking him.
"Thank you, King Yan!"
"The great kindness of King Yan will never be forgotten!"
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Good guy, I can't even refuse this time.
When you go up to the house to take out the ladder, you have to be willing to sacrifice your life, even though your mouth is full of coptis, you still have to smile brightly.
It's really hard for me!
To be honest, Zhu Di had no intention of listening to what Zhang Ximeng said next.
He only has one thought left now, and that is how to make money!
People like Li Jinglong and Hua Wei can no longer help him. Huang Zicheng's ability is pretty good, but Fang Xiaoru is a bit pedantic.
Mr. Zhang is good at making money, but it's a pity that Mr. Zhang can't stay in Peiping all the time, and Mr. Zhang is so cheating that he might get himself buried at any time. Zhu Di is still a little hesitant, it's better to have less to do with him.
Who else can help me?
Zhu Di thought hard and came to no conclusion.
But at this time, the Yingtian Academic Department issued an order, in order to promote education and support the running of schools in Peiping, especially capable personnel were transferred from various places to enrich the Peking University Hall.
The Jimin School is world-famous and shoulders the mission of rescuing the people of Sri Lanka. Therefore, ten famous teachers such as Qi Tai and Lian Zining were dispatched to Peiping!
The academic department actually helped Zhu Di!
No need to ask, it is naturally the credit of Li Shanchang.
Old Li is more interesting than Zhang Ximeng. You helped me tide over the difficulties and bought a lot of bonds. I reciprocated and sent you the talents. Moreover, it was reasonable and high-sounding.
Your Highness King Yan, now you know how powerful the Left Prime Minister is!
Don't look at Zhang Ximeng's lectures all over the world, which seems so great, but above the court, you should also look at our Lao Li.
Qi Tai, Lian Zining, Huang Zicheng, and Fang Xiaoru... If in a few years, Jing Qing and Huang Guan are brought in, Zhu Yunwen will have the six great kings under his command.
Even now, the four heavenly kings are gathering together to solve the problem of lack of money in Peking, which is quite worth looking forward to...