Under the tutelage of Master Zhu, Lin Zezu benefited immensely. Through these long-outdated official gazettes and bulletins, he gained a broad understanding of the events that had transpired in the imperial court over the years. It was clear that Master Zhu was truly imparting all his knowledge to him, a fact that moved Lin Zezu deeply and deepened his profound respect for his mentor. In truth, even if calculation problems were to appear on the entry-level examination, they would not be overly difficult; the exercises he already possessed were more than sufficient.
Master Zhu’s current, in-depth lectures on the Four Books and Five Classics had already exceeded the standard syllabus. The momentum of these lessons made it evident just how high Master Zhu’s expectations were for them.
Time slipped away quietly amidst this tense yet orderly rhythm. In the blink of an eye, the rest day arrived once more. Instead of heading to the small courtyard, Lin Zezu returned to the newly constructed estate.
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