A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

' In a wealthy landlord family's manor, a young boy named Shen Xi crafted a primitive bellows from scrap materials, impressing the steward Liu Guan Jia and other skilled carpenters. Under Liu Guan Jia's guidance, they refined and improved the design, ultimately installing it in the kitchen stoves to enhance the fires. Shen Xi's ingenious idea was well-received, and his father, Shen Ming Jun, received a reward of two pounds of fresh pork from the manor's master. While modest, this recognition brought joy to the family, as they were granted temporary residence in the manor's courtyard, showcasing the appreciation for Shen Xi's innovative spirit and the family's gratitude towards their benefactors. '

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