Yan Jidao stared at Zhao Rong, silent for a moment.
He patted his sleeve, then pointed at the stack of papers he had given to Zhao Rong earlier.
"I've revised these homework articles for you again," he said. "Among the other books, some are annotated editions of the Confucian Classics that I've collected over the years, and some are personal insights that I wrote down when inspired. You must study them carefully when you return."
Yan Jidao paused briefly, raising his eyes to look at Zhao Rong who stood listening attentively, and continued, "After returning to the Academy, you must diligently attend the classes of the art studies teachers. They are masters in the Six... Arts. Ziyu, you must not be arrogant or complacent because of your talent. You should humbly seek their guidance, and if there's anything you don't understand about the classics, art, or skill studies, you can always come and ask me."
The calm expression on Zhao Rong's face suddenly changed.
