A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

In March, as spring arrives, Shen Xi finds himself dozing off in class while his peers engage in lessons. Hui Niang's silver shop thrives, and a new pharmacy employs many workers. Mr. Feng Hua Qi emphasizes the importance of poetry and knowledge, but students struggle to recall a poem. Shen Xi impresses with his recitation, earning praise, while his classmates, including Li Yu, tease him. Li Yu invites Shen Xi to join a mischievous outing, but Shen Xi declines, prioritizing his responsibilities. Despite feeling pressured, he contemplates whether to inform the teacher about his classmates' risky plans by the river.

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