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

Summary

Lin Yi's silence raised concerns, especially for Deng Bin, who feared their plan might fail if Kong Zhong Zi became suspicious. Lin Yi claimed he could only express himself through poetry, surprising both Deng Bin and Kong Zhong Zi. After reciting a poignant poem about the struggles of common people under oppressive officials, Kong Zhong Zi recognized Lin Yi's talent and offered him a position at the Holy Academy. Deng Bin requested more resources for Lin Yi, leading Kong Zhong Zi to promise him one hundred million and valuable books to support his education. This generous offer left both Lin Yi and Deng Bin in shock, highlighting the disparity between their expectations and the wealth of the Holy Academy.

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