If it was just a general miscellaneous subject, and Fang Yizhi had to put everything aside to study it, then he might not be so entangled at all, and he wouldn't think so much at all. After all, he is still so young and has a bright future; however, with this miscellaneous subject now, that is The knowledge that will change the world is truly practical knowledge that benefits the country and the people, benefits the people, and can leave a name in history.
Zhang Mingwei was not surprised when he saw that he did not answer immediately, but lowered his head and pondered. He knew that this decision was not that easy to make.
Although he could use other temptations, such as promising his official position, I believe that as long as he tells Emperor Chongzhen, there will be absolutely no problem.
However, Zhang Mingwei did not want to do this, because if Fang Yizhi agreed to become his disciple, this would be his first formal disciple. He wanted to see how determined Fang Yizhi was to learn his scientific and technical knowledge.
Compared to Fang Yizhi, Huang Zongxi actually didn't have that many worries. He failed the imperial examination and was actually not that enthusiastic about officialdom. But because he didn't get Liu Zongzhou's consent, he had to hold it back.
Huang Zongxi looked at Fang Yizhi at this moment, feeling anxious for him. Why did he have to think about it for so long?
The scholar-bureaucrats of the Ming Dynasty were actually not as interested in learning as later generations imagined. When Wang Yangming's theory of mind came out, many talented scholars gave up officialdom and worshiped Wang Yangming as their teacher, and devoted themselves to studying Yangming's theory of mind. Even many people who were already officials gave up their official positions to study Yangming's philosophy of mind and did everything possible to spread the philosophy of mind.
At this time, Fang Yizhi remained silent, and Zhu Ailao couldn't stand it any longer, and immediately said in a cold voice: "Sir, your knowledge is as vast as the East China Sea. It is your destiny to be able to get your guidance from him. If you are so hesitant, you can learn and ask. The heart is not even as good as mine!”
Zhang Mingwei's profound knowledge was not one of the reasons why Zhu Yuyao willingly wanted to be a maid and stayed with Zhang Mingwei. Especially since she had seen the images of later generations, she was even more interested in the knowledge four hundred years later.
Zhu Yuluo herself had no shortage of glory, wealth, and honor, so she naturally didn't pay much attention to it, so she didn't have any entangled thoughts about Fang Yizhi. This can be said to mean that standing and talking does not hurt your back, but that’s the truth!
When Fang Yizhi heard her words, he woke up as if he had been slapped in the head: Throughout the dynasties, there has never been a shortage of officials, even prime ministers, chief ministers and assistants. How many people are there, and how many can be remembered by the world?
Now, by chance, I have encountered knowledge that is enough to change this era, but I am still greedy for official position and hesitant. What's wrong? Is it really lard that has deceived you?
Thinking of this, a look of shame immediately appeared on his face, and he bowed solemnly to Zhang Mingwei and said: "Student, I'm ashamed, thanks to the princess for reminding me. The student is willing to give up his official position and follow the teacher, please accept the student!"
Zhu Yuyao was a little surprised when she heard this, and then she smiled silently, feeling a little relieved.
Zhang Mingwei saw Fang Yizhi's determination, nodded and said: "Okay, since you really have this intention, then I am willing to teach you everything I have learned from studying things, including astronomy, geography, physics, chemistry, mathematics, etc."
When Fang Yizhi heard this, although he didn't know what these unheard knowledges were, he could tell that Zhang Mingwei said this seriously, so these knowledges must be very remarkable.
Therefore, he was immediately overjoyed and immediately knelt down respectfully, raised his upper body and said, "Master, please accept my disciple's bow."
This is not even a ceremony of apprenticeship, but it is very particular. However, this does not prevent him from paying homage first and finalizing the relationship.
At this time, he had completely forgotten all the things he had doubted about Zhang Mingwei's knowledge before. Yixin was excited that he could have Zhang Mingwei as his teacher.
But who knew that at this moment, something fell out of his sleeve and fell in front of him.
At this time, he was the center of attention in the lobby. When something fell in front of him, it was naturally seen by everyone.
I saw that the thing that fell on the ground was a letter, and there were a few words on the envelope.
When Fang Yizhi saw it, he was immediately frightened. This was the challenge he had prepared. So, he subconsciously picked it up quickly.
But when he just picked it up and wanted to hide it, his movements suddenly stopped and he just stood there stiffly.
Everyone was a little curious when they saw it, but no one said anything.
Suddenly, Fang Yizhi's face became calm. He looked at Zhang Mingwei and said sincerely: "The student was blind before. He was not angry that his teacher was called sir by the emperor, so he wanted to challenge his teacher. It is really arrogant. Please punish him." !”
Hearing this, several people present almost glanced at Huang Zongxi beside them. Suddenly, Huang Zongxi turned red and lowered his head.
"Haha!" Zhang Mingwei smiled and broke the silence and said: "If there are three of us, there must be my teacher. Even old farmers in the fields have their own side who are good at farming. Remember in the future, only by being open-minded and eager to learn can you make long-term progress!"
"The students have been taught!" Fang Yizhi heard this and immediately accepted the teaching humbly.
After hearing this, the others looked at Zhang Mingwei with respect. Especially Zhu Ailao, she was even nodding.
Seeing this scene, Huang Zongxi couldn't bear to be ashamed and couldn't hold it back anymore. He said a little awkwardly: "Sir, can you allow me to report to my mentor and ask for my advice?"
After a pause, fearing that Zhang Mingwei had other ideas, he quickly added: "My mentor will definitely agree!"
As he spoke, he was obviously worried that Zhang Mingwei would not agree to accept him as his disciple!
It is absolutely impossible to rely on Zhang Mingwei alone to spread scientific and technological knowledge. After all, Confucius had so many disciples back then. Therefore, how could Zhang Mingwei refuse the famous Huang Zongxi to become his disciple?
So Fang Yizhi and Huang Zongxi left happily. One is going to prepare for the formal apprenticeship, and the other is rushing to find his mentor.
Zhang Mingwei himself was very happy. Unexpectedly, he had only been in Ming Dynasty for ten days, and he had accepted the famous Fang Yizhi as his disciple, and Huang Zongxi, who was also a quasi-disciple. Although his current thoughts are not on spreading the knowledge of science and technology, it is certainly a good thing to recruit disciples early and leave some things to them.
But he hadn't been happy for long when he saw Wang Erbiao coming over in a hurry.
Since Zhou Yuji and his wife transferred to guard Zhang Mingwei, Wang Erbiao withdrew to the palace.
At this time, he held a memorial, handed it to Zhang Mingwei with both hands, and said, "Long live the memorial I received today, and asked our family to deliver it to you, sir."
As soon as he heard this, Zhang Mingwei knew that this memorial was related to him, so he quickly took it over and read it. Just by looking at it, his face became a little ugly.
