Unexpectedly, his brother returned this morning! Unharmed, though covered in mud.
Upon inquiry, he learned it was indeed a strategy.
Last night was the time to defeat the enemy, with the army feigning the commander's death, causing chaos and luring the enemy, ultimately capturing them.
Learning the truth, Li Sanlang was left in shock, his mind blank, feeling only relief.
He nearly rushed to his brother yesterday afternoon, Jiangling being only half a day's journey from Wolf Valley Pass. Had he not heeded Xu Zhen's words, he might have arrived during the battle.
Risking his life and possibly alerting the enemy.
Li Sanlang was deeply relieved.
On his way to class, he couldn't stop thinking about Xu Zhen's "read more," realizing the importance of education!
Had he understood the bird and branch, he might have aided his brother and reassured his grandmother.
Education was truly vital!
He wished to absorb every word from books.
Thus, his gaze toward the teachers grew more fervent.
Xu Zhen, feeling uneasy under his stare, stepped back, wanting to flee.
Mr. Zhao blocked her, saying gruffly, "Today, Mr. Xu will teach."
Though his voice was rough, his intentions were sincere, recognizing Xu Zhen as a knowledgeable and excellent teacher.
He couldn't understand why she had gained a reputation as a straw bag teacher.
Mr. Zhao found it regrettable, yet praised Xu Zhen, calling her extraordinary with a sage-like demeanor.
Xu Zhen quickly said she didn't deserve such praise, but after being complimented, she couldn't refuse further.
With no choice, she picked up the classics and lectured on Confucianism all day.
During class, Li Sanlang, unsatisfied, kept asking questions, many nonsensical.
The students watched in shock.
Little Beggar looked at him coldly.
He ignored them, engrossed in his book, as if swimming in an ocean of knowledge.
Xu Zhen, her mouth dry, felt she might not survive if this continued.
Why couldn't all students be as well-behaved and attentive as Little Beggar?
She recited the classics, concluding: Little Beggar is truly wonderful.
In the afternoon, she helped Little Beggar with homework.
The content shifted from history to the "Book of Songs," from reality to romance.
Xu Zhen read the "Book of Songs" to Little Beggar.
Chapter 10: Ten Treasures ?
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