In the Palace, the Emperor held two unorganized books, the pages of which had creased corners, indicating that the Emperor had not only read them carefully but also made annotations on them.
Zhou Shuren knew the details best; seven days ago, after reviewing the booklets, the Emperor summoned the foreigners. Although the knowledge in the booklets was not comprehensive and much was unorganized, a broad framework had already been established.
The Emperor set down the books in his hand, "The booklets you compiled are quite good."
Ming Rui, the older one, responded, "I still have many shortcomings."
He planned to find foreigners to learn from, to draw on their strengths and incorporate them into the booklets.
