After three years in seclusion, you tell me this is the Tang Dynasty?.

Summary

In a discussion about the influence of noble families, Ye Tian emphasizes the need for reforming the imperial examination system and cultivating more scholars to diminish the power of the Five Surnames and Seven Clans. He proposes improving papermaking techniques to make education accessible and suggests implementing anonymous marking and re-examinations to prevent cheating. Ye Tian shares a detailed method for making bamboo paper, which astonishes the listeners, who realize their village lacks such technology. The conversation highlights the importance of education and innovation in empowering commoners and addressing systemic issues.

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