"Little Ten, you have the talent of a top scorer!" Under the old willow tree, Zhu Xiucai praised.
The county examination was approaching, and Chen Shi began preparing, visiting him daily for tutoring.
Zhu Xiucai was an open book, withholding nothing, and explained "The Analects," "Poetry," "Book," and "The Doctrine of the Mean" thoroughly. Chen Shi remembered everything diligently and felt immensely grateful, saying, "If I can excel in the future, I will surely erect a tablet for my teacher and offer sacrifices daily."
Zhu Xiucai was also very happy, saying, "I have imparted all my knowledge to you, the examination field will be your stage to shine! You will surely excel!"
"It's all thanks to the teacher's excellent guidance!"
"Ah, the main thing is you have a wise heart, intelligence, and perseverance!"
The two, a man and an apparition, complimented each other, both very satisfied.
