northernbook Chapter 453 Opening Ceremony of the Great Qin Academy
Chapter 453 Opening Ceremony of the Great Qin Academy
Zheng Ziyu didn't press the matter, but simply smiled and said, "Young Master Wei is too kind. I've heard that Young Master Wei is exceptionally talented. It's a pleasure to study together at the Great Qin Academy. I hope we can exchange ideas more often in the future."
Wei Ji nodded and replied, "Definitely, definitely."
The two talked as they walked into the academy. Along the way, Zheng Ziyu spoke enthusiastically about the numerology courses that the Great Qin Academy would soon be offering, his eyes filled with anticipation. He said, "I've heard that the academy has a collection of many long-lost numerology texts; I'm determined to study them thoroughly this time."
Wei Ji listened quietly, occasionally interjecting a few words, but he was secretly pondering in his heart. Although he had some knowledge of numerology, his ambition lay elsewhere. He was more concerned with governing the country, military strategy, and hoped to learn strategies for strengthening the nation from the Great Qin Academy so that he could return to his country and revitalize Wei in the future.
Before long, they arrived at the registration area for new students. A long queue had already formed, with students whispering excitedly about their upcoming college life. Wei Ji and Zheng Ziyu joined the queue, waiting to complete their registration procedures.
While waiting, Wei Ji observed his surroundings. The buildings within the academy were arranged in a harmonious and orderly fashion, with flying eaves, bracket sets, carved beams, and painted rafters, appearing even more ancient and solemn under the blanket of snow. The pines and cypresses lining the roads were laden with snow, resembling silver giants, silently guarding this academy. In a pavilion not far away, several men who appeared to be teachers were conversing, their faces bearing smiles, seemingly filled with anticipation for these new students.
Finally, it was Wei Ji's turn to complete the formalities. He stepped forward and handed his identification documents to the teacher in charge of registration. The teacher took them, examined them carefully, and then smiled, saying, "Wei Ji, Crown Prince of Wei, welcome to the Great Qin Academy." The teacher then gave him a wooden plaque engraved with his name and student ID number, and explained the location of his dormitory and the arrangements for the next few days.
Wei Ji accepted the wooden plaque, bowed respectfully to the teacher in thanks, and then turned to look for the black stone. At this moment, Zheng Ziyu had also completed the formalities. He walked over quickly and said to Wei Ji, "Young Master Wei, I heard that our dormitory area is on the east side of the academy. Why don't we go together?"
Wei Ji nodded in agreement, and the two, followed by Hei Shi and Zheng Ziyu's servants, headed towards the dormitory area. Along the way, the snow fell heavier and heavier, the snow on the ground already ankle-deep, crunching underfoot. The cold wind howled, but it did nothing to dampen their enthusiasm.
Upon arriving at the dormitory area, Wei Ji and Zheng Ziyu found their respective rooms. Their rooms were next to each other, and Zheng Ziyu said with a smile, "From now on, we're neighbors. Don't hesitate to ask if you need anything." Wei Ji smiled back, feeling a growing fondness for the warm and cheerful Zheng Ziyu.
After settling his luggage, Wei Ji told Heishi to go back and rest, while he decided to wander around the academy to familiarize himself with the surroundings. He stepped out of his dormitory, and snowflakes pelted his face, feeling cool against his skin. He walked along the winding path, passing a pond that was now frozen over, its surface covered with snowflakes, resembling a giant silver mirror.
Continuing on, he arrived at the library. The library was tall and majestic, and the bells on its eaves jingled crisply in the wind and snow. Wei Ji looked up, a strong desire welling up in his heart. He longed to browse through the history books and military strategies of various countries here, to absorb the nourishment of knowledge.
Just as he was about to enter the library, a familiar voice called out, "Young Master Wei, you've come to the library too?" Wei Ji turned around and saw Zheng Ziyu. Zheng Ziyu smiled and said, "I can't wait to see the numerology books here. Would Young Master Wei be interested in joining me?"
Wei Ji smiled slightly and said, "No, I'm just taking a look around." Then, the two said goodbye to each other.
The building was filled with the faint scent of ink, and rows of bookshelves were filled with a dazzling array of books. Zheng Ziyu walked familiarly toward the section of books on divination and numerology, while Wei Ji searched for books about the history of the State of Wei and the art of governance.
A moment later, Zheng Ziyu came over carrying a stack of bamboo slips, his face beaming with excitement: "Young Master Wei, look at these! These are the rare books on numerology I've been dreaming of, and today I've finally seen them." Wei Ji looked at the bamboo slips in his hands and couldn't help but admire his obsession with numerology.
The next day was the opening ceremony. The snow had stopped, and the sun shone through, its golden rays scattering across the pristine white snow, refracting it into a myriad of colors and draping the entire Daqin Academy in a dreamlike veil. All the students of Daqin Academy stood neatly in the open space, their faces flushed with excitement and anticipation, their eyes all focused on the high platform erected at the front of the field.
Everyone knew that today would be a pivotal moment that would change the course of their lives, and at this moment, they awaited the arrival of one person with awe and anticipation—King Ying Zheng of Qin. Shockingly, the King of Qin personally assumed the position of Dean of the Great Qin Academy. This news caused a sensation in Xianyang the moment it reached the students, filling every student about to enter the Great Qin Academy with a profound sense of honor and responsibility.
Ying Zheng, the hegemon who stood at the forefront of the times, rose to power amidst the chaos of warring states with his great talent and ruthless methods, striking fear into the hearts of the six states. He had a keen eye and a grand ambition to unify the world, and the establishment of the Great Qin Academy was an important step he took to realize this ambition.
In his communication with Jiayang, he understood that talent is the foundation of a strong nation. Only by cultivating a group of pillars of society with outstanding knowledge, broad vision and firm beliefs can the Qin Dynasty stand firm in this chaotic world and eventually achieve the great cause of unifying the world.
As a powerful and stirring sound of bells and drums rang out, King Ying Zheng of Qin, surrounded by his ministers and guards, steadily ascended the high platform. He wore a long black robe with dragon patterns, the hem embroidered with golden cloud patterns that fluttered gently in the breeze, making him resemble a giant dragon about to spread its wings and soar.
His face was cold and resolute, and his deep eyes revealed an innate kingly aura, as if he could see through the mysteries of all things in the world, making people both awe and reverent.
Standing on the high platform, Ying Zheng's gaze slowly swept over the students below, his eyes like a sharp sword piercing through the hearts of each and every one of them. The arena fell silent instantly; everyone held their breath, afraid to miss a single word the King of Qin was about to utter.
"Fellow students!" Ying Zheng's voice was deep and powerful, echoing throughout the entire field like a resounding bell. "Today, as you step through the gates of the Great Qin Academy, you embark on a journey full of challenges and hopes. The Great Qin Academy is the cradle for cultivating the pillars of our Great Qin nation. Each and every one of you is the future and hope of Great Qin."