"Gentlemen, you have recently begun to understand the meanings behind the classical texts, which is indeed the foundation of further learning. Yet, the path of knowledge does not stop at memorization; it lies in understanding and practice...
Since you have read the works of sages, you should constantly reflect upon yourself: How do you cultivate yourself? How do you establish your character? How do you extend your compassion to others?
Today we will discuss 'Loyalty and Forgiveness,' not only to analyze the words and sentences but also to comprehend their essence..."
The afternoon sunlight streamed in through the carved windows, with dust dancing in the light beams. Ink dripped from the pen's tip, spreading across the white paper, and the old teacher's droning voice was practically sleep-inducing.
Wen Shiyun twirled the Langhao pen languidly.
What Jiangnan great scholar, retired from the Nine Ministers, no matter how high the status, giving a lecture is all the same dull affair.
