coobybook Chapter 1234: Our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child in Yuanlu
Chapter 1234: Our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child in Yuanlu
Sun Shan directly told them the cost of studying at Yuelu Academy, and even if he paid the school selection fee, he might not be admitted.
Of course, given Wang Jiaxing's college entrance examination ranking and his status as a local, the possibility of admission is still very high.
When Grandpa Wang heard that the school selection fee was 1000 taels, he was stunned.
How do you read this? This amount of money alone has drained a lot of the family's wealth.
Besides, there are tuition and living expenses. Plus, Xingyazi is not the type to endure hardship, so he must eat and drink well in the academy, which will cost more.
Uncle Wang continued to ask, "Sir, is it really that expensive? Sir, was it also that expensive when you went to study at Yuelu Academy?"
Sun Shan nodded, then shook his head and said, "I was admitted because of my knowledge, and the tuition fee was only ten taels. Paying money to get in is another matter, and that's a whopping price."
Sun Shan didn't dare say that he got in through connections. What if Father Wang asked him to use his connections?
For the sake of their children's future, parents can be very thick-skinned.
Simply put an end to this situation and directly say that you were chosen based on your talent.
Who dares to say now that he is not a genius?
Sun Shan found that his gradual advancement in the examinations, especially his status as a Jinshi (two successful candidates), brought him a dazzling brilliance.
For example, if you graduate from Tsinghua University or Peking University, no matter how you do, many people will envy you just for your background.
Father Wang pursed his lips and couldn't help but sigh.
If only the peddler were as knowledgeable as Mr. Sun, he wouldn't have to worry about reading expensive books.
My home is now like a half-full bucket of water, swinging back and forth, and I don’t know how to calm down.
It seems that Xingyazi is the only hope of the Wang family. If he goes to Yuelu Academy to study, his chances of passing the imperial examination will be greatly increased, and their family's reputation will be changed.
But the family’s money was very limited, and they could still afford it by gritting their teeth. The whole family had to eat coarse food, and life was very hard.
If there is only this one tooth, there is no need to be so upset, I will definitely give it a try.
Now I have my eldest son and grandson. I can't let my family become penniless just for my second son.
If you pass the exam, you can say that hard work has paid off, but what if you fail? All your money will be wasted.
Father Wang was feeling depressed and didn't know who to complain to.
Originally, the person who should be looked for is County Magistrate Wang. After all, they live so well because of the main branch, but for some reason, they went to find Lord Sun.
I think Mr. Sun is a very good person with a loyal and honest character. Most importantly, he speaks the truth and will analyze the pros and cons for you.
Moreover, since he taught Xing Yazi wholeheartedly, Lord Sun must have hoped that Xing Yazi would have a bright future.
Father Wang asked anxiously, "Sir, given our family's situation, do you think we should allow Xingyazi to study at Yuelu Academy, or not?"
Grandpa Wang also hopes that his grandson will have a bright future. After all, it is difficult for the family to have another such smart son.
At present, the two sons of the eldest grandson are not good students. If the Wang family wants to repair the roof, they can only rely on the appearance.
He asked anxiously, "Sir, I have a little money in my pocket. If I grit my teeth, I can still go."
When he said this, he closed his eyes, which showed that he had made a big decision.
Grandpa Wang thought: If Sun Shan could pass the high school entrance examination at Yuelu Academy, he might be able to become a pawnbroker as well.
Sun Shan did not answer their question, but instead asked, "Did Jiaxing ask to study at Yuelu Academy, or did you ask?"
But he was secretly surprised. He didn't expect that the Wang family had so much money in their pockets that they could afford it.
Father Wang is so rich, County Magistrate Wang can only have more than this.
Tsk tsk, I still underestimated the Wang family’s wealth. If I dig harder, I can find a lot.
Father Wang spoke frankly, "Ya Zi didn't ask to go to school, but we thought that you also graduated from Yuelu Academy. If Xing Ya Zi went there, he might be able to get into high school like you did."
Grandpa Wang continued, "Our expectations are not very high. We don't need to pass the imperial examination like you did. We are already satisfied with the fact that Yazi Zhongge has returned as a juren."
Sun Shan really wanted to tell Grandpa Wang that the requirements for passing the imperial examination were not low.
It is especially difficult to pass the imperial examination in Huguang.
Moreover, the knowledge that Xingyazi has is far from enough to pass the imperial examination!
The only consolation is that Wang Jiaxing still has a conscience and did not make unreasonable demands to study at Yuelu Academy.
He also knows the family situation and knows how to cherish the hard-earned money of the family.
Sun Shan spoke frankly, "Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing, do you want to hear the truth or a lie?"
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were stunned and looked at Sun Shan in confusion.
Father Wang asked, "Sir, of course I want to hear the truth."
Sun Shan then told the truth.
This is what they want to hear, not something you force yourself to say. It is their responsibility to bear whether they can bear it or not.
Sun Shan said truthfully, "Father Jiaxing, to be honest, even if Jiaxing studies for another three years, he is still far from being able to pass the imperial examination. Even if he were to study at Yuelu Academy, it would be a waste of money."
It would be better to go to the provincial school first to lay a good foundation and make up for the knowledge that is lacking before considering the matter of passing the imperial examination.
A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. The fact that he made it to the top of the Jiaxing Academy exam was only because the questions were simple. With my guidance, he found a smooth path to success, and that's why he ranked so high.
The provincial examination is different. It is a hundred times more difficult than the imperial examination. Taking shortcuts won't work. You have to dig the stairs step by step and walk slowly."
After a pause, he continued, "Father Jiaxing, I suggest that Jiaxing first go to the prefectural academy to settle down for a few years. If there is an opportunity, he can continue his studies at another academy."
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang stared at Sun Shan without blinking, as if they were listening to something incomprehensible.
Why don’t I understand what Lord Sun said?
I only heard that Xingyazi was not good at studying and would not be able to pass the imperial examination even if I studied at Yuelu Academy, so I went to the provincial school first and then went to study somewhere else.
As for what the escort boy was not good at learning, Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were confused and had no idea what Lord Sun meant.
Don’t blame Grandpa Wang and Dad Wang for not understanding the imperial examination, because very few people in this world understand it, and the process is even more unclear.
Not to mention that parents don’t understand, students may not understand either. Until they reach that stage, they don’t know their own worth.
Seeing the confused looks in the father and son's eyes, Sun Shan sighed secretly and said, "Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing, I do not recommend that Jiaxing study at Yuelu Academy. I suggest that he study hard at the provincial school."
The Wang family father and son understood what was said.
Father Wang asked anxiously, "Sir, tell me, do you think our prostitute has a chance of passing the imperial examination after studying hard?"
The process is not important, what matters is the result.
Facing those expectant eyes, Sun Shan dared not say that his chances were slim.
Instead, he changed his answer to a different question: "Father Jiaxing, back then, didn't you just ask Jiaxing to pass the exam and become a scholar?"
Grandpa Wang and Father Wang were stunned.
Sun Shan continued, "Your goal has been achieved. What happens in the future is merely incidental. We are of course happy if you can continue to climb higher. If you can't, we've achieved our original goal, and we should be even happier."
Grandpa Jiaxing, Dad Jiaxing, don't put pressure on Jiaxing, and don't put pressure on yourselves. Don't forget, our Jiaxing is already a scholar, and he is also a favored child of heaven in Yuanlu. Who dares to look down on him?