A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Lin Dai, a young girl, and Shen Xi, a mature boy, were traveling together. They had to share a bed and blanket for the night, resulting in an awkward situation. The next day, Zhou Shi, Lin Dai's foster mother, took them to the city market and joyfully spent money on new clothing for Lin Dai. Meanwhile, guests arrived at the host family's residence to see the innovative bellows that Shen Xi had created for the kitchen stove. The county's Zhu Bu, a high-ranking official, was among the guests and was impressed by Shen Xi's ingenuity, adding glory to the host family. The story highlights the contrasting innocence of childhood and the respect for intelligence and innovation in the hierarchical society.

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