The next day, during the morning court session, the Emperor summoned Grand Scholar Sun. He took out what he considered the simplest book on geography. After letting the scholar read it once, he asked, "Father-in-law, what are your thoughts on this?"
"Though it bears no resemblance to the Four Books and Five Classics we've studied, it is still a great book," Grand Scholar Sun replied.
"May I inquire where Your Majesty obtained this book?" he asked hesitantly.
"Mother God suddenly bestowed a large number of books upon me. This one contains the most easily understood knowledge," the Emperor explained.
"Then I..." Grand Scholar Sun's eyes lit up.
"Follow me," the Emperor commanded. After speaking, he led the scholar into his study.
Upon seeing the books piled halfway up the room, Grand Scholar Sun stammered, "This is..."
