Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 272

Chapter 272: Chapter 205: Tempted to Learn

Mrs. Zhou kept nodding. After he finished speaking, she said to Zhao Yuanyuan, "What your uncle said is true. Back in the day when he had no books to read, he had to go to other people’s houses to copy them. The books would be worn out by the end.

Jiao Jiao recognized the Three Character Classic and the Thousand Character Classic at the age of three. She was very smart. I secretly taught her and didn’t dare let anyone know. When she was nearly four, she could recite many prescriptions casually—the ones I remembered from medical books. She would secretly run off to the ancestral hall and recite them before burning them. How old was she then? A single brush would be worn to tatters by the end.

At that time, she was afraid her grandfather would find out she used his ink. She would mix just a little bit of ink with a lot of water. Whatever she wrote would be unreadable. A little four-year-old would smile and tell me that this way, even if the ink accidentally mixed, it wouldn’t show. When she had the chance as she grew up, she would borrow and read ancient texts every day, sometimes even skipping meals.

Reading many books is really beneficial. I never taught her how to behave; she figured it out herself. I am so old now, and I’m still confused.

So, little girl, you need to calm down and read some books. During the Republic, why did those girls from reputable families not only go to school but also hire private tutors? It’s because you don’t study ancient books anymore, and even the characters are simplified."

Hearing this, Zhao Dashan comforted the dazed Zhao Yuanyuan, "Didn’t you always say Jiao Jiao looks like a noble lady, and you can tell she’s scholarly just by looking at her? She exudes a literary aura that you envy.

Your Grandma Zhou and Uncle Zhou treat you like family, that’s why they’re advising you. Girl, I’ll help you find some books. Just look at them when you’re free. We don’t expect you to be like Jiao Jiao—just learn some principles from them.

Your dad, at that time, wished to go to school but never had the chance. Later on, I learned from people in the army. Look at me now, knowing a few big words allowed me to retire and return as a small leader. What about those uncles who visit us, returning from retirement without knowing how to read? It shows reading books is beneficial.

Why does everyone respect your Uncle Zhou? It’s not just because he’s capable, but also because he can answer anything casually. People love consulting him whenever they have a problem; there’s nothing he doesn’t know." After finishing, he looked eagerly at his daughter, and only after seeing her nod did he breathe a sigh of relief and smile.

He was about to thank Mrs. Zhou when he saw his son grinning and looking mischievously at his daughter. He became instantly annoyed.

"Hongbing, you need to read books too. Both of you should read, and when your brother returns, all three of you should. Your Uncle Zhou doesn’t usually offer advice casually; you better not be ignorant of your blessings."

Chen Hongbing promptly straightened his face and said, "Dad, I will definitely read. I’m already thinking of asking Xiao Wu for help. You actually can’t find places to borrow ancient books. Only Xiao Wu has them because he and Zhou Jiao often go to the old book stalls in the alley, and he probably knows where to find them."

Zhang Guoqing suppressed a laugh using his fist and immediately said after he finished speaking, "Uncle, don’t bother looking. When you go back, I’ll find them for you. Mr. Liu left five books here, and after you finish them, you can come over and browse other books."

"That’s great, no need to find anyone. Why did the old man abandon his books? He was such a bookworm."

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