Qiao Duo'er swallowed the last bite of the pastry, "Why not reopen the school? Isn't it good to have the children in the village learn to read and write?"
"Old Zhou is getting on in years and doesn't have the energy to manage a bunch of students," Tie Niu said helplessly.
There are only so many literate people in the village, and it's hard to find someone suitable.
Those who are older lack the physical strength and need to enjoy their remaining years in peace.
Younger ones seek scholarly honors and look down on the small stipend the villagers can offer, because there are few families willing to let their children be educated.
Qiao Duo'er thought for a moment before saying, "We can hire a teacher from outside the village. The Tan Family is willing to pay for this."
