A Champion Scholar Revered By Sages, And You Call Him A Useless Bookworm?

Summary

The passage describes a wedding banquet hosted by Crown Prince Lin Yi, highlighting his strategic approach to gaining loyalty from scholars and military personnel. By organizing a grand wedding for a seventh-rank official from a humble background and a descendant of Da Yan soldiers, Lin Yi subtly communicates his commitment to recognizing merit and supporting talented individuals. Despite some skepticism in the city, the event sparks interest among scholars and old military generals, with many seeing it as a potential opportunity for advancement. Lin Yi's ultimate goal is to establish his own school, potentially challenging existing academic institutions and creating a new path of influence in the Great Yan empire.

Full content