It is precisely because of this fervor that the saying "Man can triumph over heaven," through the fertile soil of the Academy, has subtly spread across Kyushu like ripples.
——The magnitude of this matter is beyond imagination.
In the past, when Gu Xi uttered this phrase, it was to demonstrate his steel will to overcome natural disasters.
Yet under this glorious era,
This phrase has been interpreted by many to mean another possibility: that is to challenge the "heaven" of the present age—the Emperor Li Yu!
This no longer pertains merely to the dignity of imperial authority,
but deeply touches the very foundation of Confucian orthodoxy.
The tumultuous waves it stirred can be well imagined.
Over time, those with differing views gradually formed two distinct factions, engaged in constant verbal duels within the Gu Academy.
The Gu Clan, however, remained silent on this matter, letting it take its course.
