Chapter 241.1
Just then, a scream came from outside.
The Minister of Rites, Li Linfu, has arrived!
Everyone was startled.
Minister Li is here?
They all looked towards the door and saw Li Linfu, dressed in official robes, walking into the school with the support of the crowd. Seeing Zhao De, his eyes lit up, and he approached with a smile and a cupped-hand salute, Graded Teacher Zhao, Ive come to offer my congratulations! Congratulations on becoming one of Great Xias first batch of Graded Teachers, haha!
Zhao De was flattered, Minister Li, why trouble yourself to come all this way for such a small matter?
You should know, even as a Graded Teacher, he was still leagues away from the Minister of Rites.
The fact that the Minister of Rites personally came to congratulate him was a great honor.
Li Linfu pretended to be displeased, How can this be a small matter? You should know that there is no small matter in education; education is fundamental to the nation! Graded Teacher Zhao, as one of the first batch of Graded Teachers in Great Xia, you are a pioneer in history, and its only right that I give this matter great importance!
In reality, hes not!
It was the Emperor who valued it.
If the Emperor valued it, then he, as his subject, should value it even more.
But Zhao De didnt know that.
He was extremely moved, Thank you, Minister Li, for your high regard. Im Im so excited I dont even know what to say!
He looked up slightly and saw that everyone around him was looking on with envy and jealousy.
After all, even the top scholar of the current dynasty has never received such an honor!
Zhao De was so happy he felt faint!
Bring it here! Li Linfu called out.
Immediately, two people brought over a set of sky-blue clothes and a black official hat.
Minister Li, what is this? Zhao De asked, puzzled.
Li Linfu smiled and said, Graded Teacher Zhao, this is the official Graded Teacher attire and Graded Teacher hat prepared for you by the court, equivalent to the normal official uniform and hat!
Zhao De was extremely surprised, Ah? Theres also this thing?
Come on, put it on quickly, lets see what a Graded Teacher looks like!
Uh alright, please wait a moment!
After Zhao De changed into the new outfit, it was like he had swapped a peashooter for a cannon. He was completely transformed.
He looked spirited and at least a decade younger.
A few aunties sneaked in from outside, and upon seeing Zhao De looking like this, they couldnt help but have their eyes turn green with envy.
Li Linfu nodded in satisfaction: Very good, very good! After putting on this suit, you look much more spirited. Now you really look like a Graded Teacher, haha!
Zhao De followed with a silly laugh.Visit no(v)eLb(i)n.com for the best novel reading experience
He spoke similarly encouraging words and also personally fastened the medal and handed over the waist plaque.
All the Graded Teachers were moved to tears and deeply touched to their core.
Life is at its peak! It doesnt get better than this!
After everything was done, Lin Beifan returned to his dragon throne and announced loudly, As I understand it, many Graded Teachers come from humble backgrounds and have had it tough! But as a Graded Teacher, one must maintain a certain dignity! Therefore, each Graded Teacher shall be rewarded with a house and a thousand taels of silver!
The Graded Teachers were all stunned!
To think that becoming a Graded Teacher would also come with a house and money?
It really was like ascending to the heavens in one step!
A myriad of thoughts and feelings were condensed into a single phrase.
Your Majesty, thank you for your imperial grace!
Lin Beifan smiled and said, I hope all the Graded Teachers will not forget their original aspirations and will continue to work diligently to educate people! I hope to see you all again at the next award ceremony!
Thank you, Your Majesty, we will not let down your great kindness!
Next, Lin Beifan arranged for them to ride on tall horses and parade through the streets for the common people to see.
You must understand that this honor was very extraordinary!
Usually, only the top three scholars of the imperial examinationthe leading scholar, the second place, and the third placewould receive such an honor.
And now, having become Graded Teachers, they too could enjoy this privilege.
Mommy, their clothes are so beautiful! a six-year-old child said innocently.
Study hard, and one day you too could wear such clothes! the mother encouraged at the opportunity.
Mhm! The child nodded vigorously, harboring grand dreams in his little heart.
Then, Lin Beifan proclaimed the ten great Graded Teachers to the whole world.
Letting everyone know why they became Graded Teachers and what they gained after becoming one.
The effect was extraordinary!
Many scholars realized that even if they couldnt become officials, becoming a Graded Teacher was also a viable path!
Because to become a Graded Teacher, one doesnt need to have extensive knowledge, but rather good morals and the ability to teach students well.
There was a chance for anyone with these qualities to become a Graded Teacher!
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