Zhengyang, however, shook his head, as this great scholar from the south spoke with absolute certainty:
"Such words cannot harm this old man's scholarship. Is there a chance to meet with him?"
For many disciples, the scholarly debate in three days was of utmost importance and could not be disturbed.
But for someone like Zhengyang, who was on the cusp of becoming a Saint, what truly mattered was the doctrine itself.
"If it's really Dong Xuan sending the message, then I'm even more determined to find out," the great scholar, wearing a square hat, stated emphatically.
The Song examinee took a deep breath and volunteered:
"Considering your special status, it wouldn't be appropriate for you to seek him out. Let me go instead."
After speaking, the old examinee left.
Seeing this, Lu Cheng stayed in the room with his mentor, waiting:
"I'll go get some breakfast."
