A few days ago, Li Zexuan heard that Li Zexuan had created a new type of mathematics in the Imperial College. Furthermore, Li Tai had also received praise from Li Er for this. Thus, he wanted to come to Yongle Lane to look for Li Zexuan for a textbook to see what this new type of mathematics was all about.
In the end, he was informed by the Li Residence's servants that Li Zexuan was in the workshop. Thus, he came looking for him.
Some of the old people in the workshop knew Li Chengqian, so no one dared to stop him. They even pointed the way for him.
When Li Chengqian arrived at the back hall, he happened to hear Li Zexuan's bold words. Then, he heard about the investment and hurriedly called out.
If it were two months ago, he definitely wouldn't have been able to take out three thousand strings of strings of cash. However, he had thirty percent of the shares in Strange Interest Pavilion. Last month's dividends amounted to more than two thousand strings of strings of cash. Now, he could be considered to be quite wealthy. After tasting the benefits, Li Zexuan needed someone to work with. How could Li Chengqian refuse?
Li Tai glared at him and said, "Big Brother, I came here first. How can you snatch it from me?"
Li Chengqian smiled and said, "Isn't it because you think it's expensive, Qingque? I can only do it for you!"
Ma Zhou's legs trembled and he almost peed himself. Another great person had come! He couldn't help but think that his boss's background was really strong!
"Student Ma Zhou greets Your Highness the Crown Prince!"
Li Chengqian grunted and waved his hand with a smile. "Mr. Ma, please dispense with the formalities!"
He knew how to conduct himself slightly better than Li Tai. When he heard Li Zexuan's tone outside the door, he seemed to be very respectful to Ma Zhou. Thus, he also gave some face to Li Zexuan and addressed Ma Zhou as Mr. Ma Zhou.
Ma Zhou was instantly overwhelmed by the favor. To be addressed as Mr. by the current Crown Prince was such an honor.
Li Tai said unhappily, "Who says I think it's expensive? Isn't it just three thousand strings of strings of cash? I can afford it, Mr. Li. I'll get someone to send 3,000 strings of cash over tomorrow. "
Since young, the little fatty had always liked to compete with his big brother, Li Chengqian. At this time, how could he be willing to fall behind? He calculated in his mind. If the Prince of Wei's residence were to raise money from everywhere, they should be able to gather three thousand strings of string of cash. If that was not possible, they could also sell some books.
When Li Chengqian heard this, he said anxiously, "Little Xuan, you can't favor one and discriminate against the other. This Solitude is also willing to fork out money to cooperate!"
Li Zexuan shook his head and laughed, "Your Highness, why are you here today?"
Li Chengqian was a little embarrassed. After all, he had been eavesdropping outside for a while.
"Ahem, I originally wanted to borrow a textbook from you today to see your new mathematics. I didn't expect you to not be at home, so I came here to look for you."
Li Zexuan nodded, thought for a moment, and said, "Since both Your Highnesses want to participate, how about this? Both Your Highnesses will contribute two thousand strings of cash each, and each of you will get twenty percent of the shares. What do you think, Your Highnesses?"
He only wanted to honestly live his own leisurely days. He didn't want to help Li Tai and Li Chengqian in their infighting, nor did he want to offend either of them. Of course, if possible, Li Zexuan hoped that the two of them could live in harmony.
Li Tai and Li Chengqian looked at each other. They both knew that this was probably the best solution, so they nodded in agreement.
"Okay, then this department will be officially named Qiqu Culture. The three of us will be in charge of it. I hope that everyone will work together to make all the people of the Tang Empire able to afford to read as soon as possible!"
"Okay!"
No matter what grudges the two of them had before, now that they had a common interest, they could not help but be of one mind.
"Next, I will be in charge of improving the papermaking technology and reducing the cost of paper. Qingque heard that you have a rich collection of books. Tomorrow, Brother Ma will go to your place to choose dozens of fine books. We will first print these books and sell them. I'll buy a store next to the Strange Interest Pavilion to sell books. "
Li Zexuan thought for a moment and said.
Li Tai smiled and said, "Okay, I will go back today and tell the servants. Ma Zhou, you just need to come over tomorrow!"
Ma Zhou cupped his hands and said to Li Tai, "Thank you, Your Highness!"
Li Zexuan took two steps and said, "In addition to printing some unique copies of ancient books, we also have to produce our own books. Relatively speaking, this is a huge project. Let me tell you an idea first, you can refer to it!"
Li Chengqian asked curiously, "Xiaoxuan, you plan to write the books yourself?"
Li Zexuan nodded and said, "Currently, the aristocratic families control most of the education resources. If the children of ordinary families want to read and write, they have to pay a high price. I plan to organize people to produce a dictionary to teach people how to read and write."
Li Tai smiled and said, "Mr. Li, the book you mentioned already exists. Now, every bookstore sells' Shuo Wen Jie Zi '."
The author of 'Shuo Wen Jie Zi' was Xu Shen. It was the first book in China that systematically analyzed the Chinese characters and studied the source of the characters. It was also one of the earliest dictionaries in the world. It was a Chinese dictionary arranged according to the radicals. It was written from the 12th year of the Han Emperor Yongyuan to the first year of the An Emperor Jianguang.
In the Sui and Tang dynasties, 'Shuo Wen Jie Zi' had become one of the essential reference books for scholars.
Li Zexuan shook his head and said, "The dictionary I am talking about is' Shuo Wen Jie Zi 'with symbols. I call these symbols Pinyin. As long as you learn this spelling method, no matter how complicated the word is, as long as it is marked with Pinyin, even a child can read it!"
"Is Pinyin so magical?"
Ma Zhou couldn't help but cry out in surprise. He had suffered since he was a child, and he understood better than anyone that if pinyin really was as miraculous as Li Zexuan said, then the educational structure of the Great Tang would undergo a fundamental change, and more and more people would become literate.
Li Zexuan didn't talk nonsense. He came to the table, picked up the brush, and wrote 26 letters on the paper. He began to teach the three of them Pinyin.
An hour later.
Li Zexuan wrote "Jiao" in Pinyin and said, "Qingque, you try to spell it."
Among them, Li Tai's ability to accept new things was the strongest. Therefore, Li Zexuan let him try first.
Li Tai nodded and went forward to spell it. "Jiao Yi Jiao!"
Li Zexuan clapped his hands and said with a smile, "Exactly!"
Ma Zhou also reacted and exclaimed in admiration, "Amazing, it's really amazing! If this is a child from an ordinary family, it would take a few days to learn Pinyin. Then, if they buy a dictionary like you said, wouldn't they be able to learn to read at home? It's really magical! "
Li Chengqian also said with a happy face, "Pinyin is really a good thing. If my father knew about it, he would be very happy."
Li Zexuan said, "Since everyone agrees on this dictionary, Ma Zhou will be the chief editor of the dictionary. Qingque, Gao Ming, each of you send three scholars to assist Ma Zhou. This dictionary will be called the Tang Empire Dictionary. Pay attention, the scholars you send are only to assist Ma Zhou. Don't fight with each other and make the Ministry of Culture a mess! "
Li Zexuan decided to say the ugly words first, in case there was trouble later.
Li Chengqian nodded and said, "Okay!"
Ma Zhou waved his hand and said, "Lord Jue, you can't do that. I have little talent and knowledge. How can I let the scholars assist me?"
Li Tai also frowned and said, "Yes, is Ma Zhou talented enough?"
This guy never knew how to beat around the bush. His words were too hurtful.
Li Zexuan said angrily, "I believe Brother Ma can do it well. If you have any objections, we won't compile the dictionary."
Ma Zhou saw Li Zexuan supporting him and couldn't help but feel touched.
Li Tai rolled his eyes (he learned this from Li Zexuan) and didn't say a word.
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