bayedsolid Chapter 176 Little Ahua's Ladder
Chapter 176 Little Ahua's Ladder
Of course, she didn't just throw these ideas around; she thought about them for a long time and genuinely felt that this "investment" was feasible.
If they had only spent the money from two meals at Shiweilou, perhaps they could have nurtured a powerful woman in the future...
What's wrong with losing a few taels of silver?
Lin Chunyi never imagined that coming to this era would mean trying to change it and become its "savior" because of modern people's pride.
This world is vast, and she alone cannot change it. She doesn't have such a brilliant mind, nor such lofty ideals.
Moreover, it would probably be better if the "locals" could awaken themselves rather than be influenced and driven by outsiders.
All she needs to do is lend a hand and give a chance to someone like Ahua who has the potential to change things.
Lin Lanshan paused for a moment, then sighed, "Sister, even if there is, we don't know if Ahua wants to go or is willing to go."
Even if she went there and completed her studies, what could she do? Take the imperial examinations? Become a female official? But I have never heard of any precedent for a woman holding an official position here.
And for you, is it more important to give her a chance, to give her a completely new choice? Or is it more important to see what outcome she ultimately makes?
Nobody's money comes from thin air, even if hunting and gathering herbs seems easy for them.
The confidence to walk easily in the mountains comes from countless drops of sweat every day!
She was willing to help Ahua.
But at the same time, she was also worried that it might end up like some people who sponsor impoverished students in modern times.
Instead of helping her become a better person, it made her believe that with the help of others, she didn't need to put in any effort herself...
Lin Chunyi was stumped by the barrage of questions.
If Ahua were given a chance, what outcome would she hope Ahua would achieve? What kind of person would she hope Ahua would become?
She didn't know, and she wasn't sure.
So he gently shook his head and said slowly, "I know what you mean, but I'm not someone who's overflowing with sympathy, who gets arrogant just because I have a little money, and who overestimates my ability to help someone who's suffering."
I just wanted to trust this young girl once; I wanted to give her a chance, to give her a choice. Whatever the final outcome, that's for her to decide.
Is it to become a female doctor and treat more patients, including women?
Or should she become a female teacher and change the future of many wives who believe "lack of talent is a virtue" and are forever subservient to their husbands?
Or perhaps she'll become something else extraordinary, shining brightly on her path, and then guide more women, giving them more choices?
Or perhaps they painstakingly acquired skills over a decade, only to find themselves facing the same fate as all women of this era, because no one believed in women, no one was willing to offer them a way out…
Lin Chunyi didn't want to think too much about it. She simply discovered a little girl on an ordinary afternoon who radiated a thirst for knowledge and a love for learning.
I was inexplicably moved and wanted to go up and give them a push.
As for what the future holds, let time tell.
Lin Lanshan smiled and said firmly, "Then let's build a ladder for Ahua and see what happens."
Don't ask about the process, don't care about the result!
"Yes!" On this day, the two sisters made such a decision.
Unbeknownst to them, this laid the foundation for Ahua, who would later influence countless women...
Two more incense sticks' worth of time passed.
"Sister Chunyi, Sister Lanshan, I'm sorry, I forgot to keep track of the time." Ahua, who was engrossed in learning to read, finally came over with two cups of warm water.
Lin Chunyi took the cup and said with a smile, "It's good to love learning, but you also need to take care of your health."
You seem to be in good shape right now, so why don't you go down and do some simple exercises to warm up your body?
From now on, remember to prioritize your health in everything you do, and balance work and rest.
"I remember!" Ahua answered shyly in a low voice, and then went down to the yard.
Time flew by; the two sisters felt like they had only drunk water a few times before the sky began to darken.
"Alright, that's enough for today. We should head back." Lin Chunyi got up and walked towards the mule shed.
The memory of fighting the wolf pack at night was too vivid for them; now they were a little afraid of walking alone at night, so it was better to hurry home!
Lin Lanshan then walked up to the three of them alone and said, "Looking at the sky, we probably won't be able to come here many times this year."
If it snows, don't wait any longer; we'll come back next spring. Winter is so cold, so prepare plenty of warm clothes and stay home.
Lin Chunyi led the mule cart over and added, "When the weather gets colder, don't go out for a run. But you still need to practice your martial arts and stances at home every day, don't let it go to waste."
The three nodded emphatically, indicating that they had all remembered.
Almost forgot the important matter, she added, "Ah Shu and Ah Hua, go back first. Yang Yu, wait a moment, we have something to say to you."
A-Shu and A-Hua were a little curious, but they still obediently left the yard.
Yang Yu was also very curious and waited for his two masters to speak.
After considering for a moment, Lin Chunyi asked him, "You should be quite familiar with the county town, right? Do all the schools in the county only accept male students? Are there any... schools that can teach female students?"
A girl going to school? Is it Ahua? Yang Yu was very surprised, but he didn't show it.
After only a moment's thought, he replied, "There are no special schools for girls in the county..."
The two were somewhat disappointed, but it was within their expectations.
He then changed the subject, saying, "But I remember there was a special girls' class at Changsong Private School, which was taught by the family members of one of the teachers."
The female students inside, besides the children of the private tutors, were mostly young ladies from wealthy families.
Most people believed that a woman should stay at home and not leave before marriage, so they would choose to hire a tutor to live in the house to teach her.
However, some young ladies in certain families love excitement and playfulness, and enjoy going to school with their friends. And their parents happen to be willing to spoil and indulge them.
In addition, the children of some school teachers would certainly need extra care from the private school.
This girls' class was pieced together from various odds and ends, and that's how it ended up in its current form.
Beyond that, he didn't know.
“Girls’ class…” Lin Lanshan murmured to herself. This was a viable path, but it might not be easy to get into.
They were not wealthy families, nor did they have any friends or relatives connected to the school.
Why go to so much trouble to find a way to get to a stranger?
They meant well, but only if it was something they could easily do!
To deliberately invite trouble... At this moment, the two of them began to hesitate and weigh their options again.
Forget it, let's take a step by step.
As I said before, they will help if they can, and if they can't, then that's just their fate.
Yang Yu asked doubtfully, "Why are you asking this, Masters?" He had some guesses in his mind, but he wasn't quite sure.
If what he thought was true, then these two masters were truly extraordinary, constantly redefining his understanding of them...