A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

As the New Year nears, Hui Niang is busy recruiting for the "Waterway Gang" while Shen Xi teaches two young girls about natural sciences and life. The girls, curious and eager, ask about the ocean and its creatures. Shen Xi playfully explains gender roles, suggesting girls should learn needlework akin to an imperial examination. Hui Niang, wanting her daughter to be educated, allows her to learn sewing, but the girls' rivalry leads to unexpected responsibilities. As the New Year approaches, the family prepares for celebrations, blending education with tradition, while the girls navigate their roles in a changing world.

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