Ch. 81Hongwen Hall
Key Plot Points and Events
- Uzumaki Ashina, after consulting with his clansmen, decides to adopt the Three Departments and Six Ministries System and styles himself as King.
- The system is implemented, leading to a shortage of literate personnel, prompting the establishment of schools.
- The curriculum of the Chancellery's Hongwen Hall is debated, with other clans offering their secret techniques in exchange for learning Chinese and the classics.
- Two types of academic institutions emerge: one for the general populace and one for the elite (Hongwen Hall).
Character Developments
- Uzumaki Ashina: Shows political acumen by adopting a new system and title, but also demonstrates a willingness to compromise and extract benefits from other clans.
- Bai Sui: Remains indifferent to others learning Chinese, driven by his habit of teaching and spreading the language.
Significant Themes
- The spread of knowledge and its power dynamics.
- The prestige of the Chinese language and its role in shaping identity (the emergence of the Hua Clan).
- The tension between tradition and innovation in governance.
Character Interactions
- Uzumaki Ashina and Bai Sui: Ashina consults with Bai Sui on governance, and Bai Sui shares his knowledge without revealing his long-term goals.
- The Uzumaki Clan and other ninja clans: They negotiate and exchange knowledge, marking a shift from clan secrecy to shared learning.