Geng Xuncha stared coldly at Zhou Zhubu and said, "Since the Holy Academy has appointed me as the inspector for the imperial examinations, why do you need to involve all the saints? Is this examination hall the Holy Academy's or the Jing Kingdom officials'? You better think carefully, I represent the Holy Academy after all. If it's not a matter of great importance, once the three semi-saint examiners are dissatisfied and impose holy punishment, you all need to think about the consequences."
Zhou Zhubu remained fearless and said, "Although Fang Yun's interpretation of the classics may have flaws, the structure is tight and the arguments are solid. His perspective on 'improper propriety' not only surpasses that of the talented scholars, but even exceeds ours. There is a faint sense of the 'Great Harmony of the World' in his writing! Although his talent may not be outstanding, it contains profound truths that far surpass Tong Li's classical interpretation."
Geng Xuncha suppressed his anger and said, "Indeed, this writing has a unique perspective and even has a forward-looking vision. But if you claim that this writing contains the profound truths of the 'Great Harmony of the World' that even Sage Confucius couldn't achieve, then you are forcing me to seek a holy judgment! Not to mention containing a trace of the profound truths of the 'Great Harmony of the World,' even if it touches the edge, its talent will undoubtedly be able to stabilize the country! If this writing's talent is not outstanding, it means that his proposed reforms are not practical!"
"Feng Yuanjun, are you forcing me to swear on your courage to write that his interpretation is inferior to Tong Li's?" Feng Zimo asked.
