My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"Two thousand eight?"

When Li Zhiwei heard Jiang Xiaobai announce the number again, her expression showed even more barely concealed surprise.

Yes, Jiang Xiaobai spoke much faster this time.

It felt to her like it was just something said casually.

Is this really correct?

Master Song stood before the table, his gaze clearly fixed.

After a moment, he slowly raised his hand and carefully moved the paper that was blocking the answer away.

As the paper was removed, the true result underneath was fully revealed.

Two thousand eight!

Is it really two thousand eight?

That's right again!

And it's exactly the same!

At this moment, Li Zhiwei even felt a chill run down her spine.

One time could be considered a coincidence.

But it was so incredibly accurate twice in a row... Could this be a coincidence?

Li Zhiwei couldn't help but raise her head again to look at Jiang Xiaobai, her gaze now filled with an indescribable sense of unfamiliarity.

This guy...

How exactly did they do it?

Zhang Xinnian also glanced at Jiang Xiaobai in surprise, never expecting that his young master had such abilities!

At this moment, the most shocked person was naturally Master Song himself.

It should be understood that in the art of divination, there is never any such thing as luck.

Especially for accounts like these, which are calculated layer by layer, it is impossible to make a diagnosis out of thin air.

If the first time could be attributed to luck, the second time speaks volumes.

The young man in front of me truly relied on his eyesight to complete the calculation in a very short time!

Such skill... he had never heard of it before!

For a moment, even Master Song's usually composed face showed a hint of horror.

After a long silence, Master Song stared intently at Jiang Xiaobai and asked, "How did you figure out the answer?"

"It's actually not that difficult."

Upon hearing this, Jiang Xiaobai smiled slightly and said, "If you want to learn, I can teach you some basics first."

"Putting everything else aside, it can at least help you improve your efficiency in a short period of time."

Oh?

Upon hearing this, Master Song's already turbulent gaze stirred once more.

Li Zhiwei, who was standing next to Jiang Xiaobai, was also visibly stunned when she heard Jiang Xiaobai's words.

Yes.

The person standing in front of her was no ordinary person.

He was a first-rate mathematician at the Imperial Academy!

He even concurrently served as a clerk in the Ministry of Revenue, in charge of the national treasury!

Now, Jiang Xiaobai actually said he wanted to teach Master Song some basics?

If someone else had said this, it would have sounded incredibly arrogant.

But the results from those two previous tests are still there.

This makes it impossible for anyone to take Jiang Xiaobai's words as a joke.

While the two were still in shock, Jiang Xiaobai stepped forward and casually picked up the calligraphy brush from Master Song's desk.

"For example, these numbers can actually be replaced with a much simpler method."

After saying that, Jiang Xiaobai picked up his pen, placed it on the paper, and wrote it down directly.

Soon, a line of Arabic numerals from one to ten appeared on the paper.

These symbols are clearly completely different from the writing systems commonly used in this world.

Ironically, it is precisely because of this difference that they appear simpler and more intuitive.

Master Song was initially just shocked.

But when he actually saw Jiang Xiaobai write down those numbers, his eyes widened slightly.

Because he recognized it almost immediately.

This thing...

It's so much simpler than listing words!

"One is '1'."

"Two, is '2'."

"Three, it's '3'."

As Jiang Xiaobai wrote, he casually explained, and then listed some of the most basic addition and subtraction relationships.

"For example, one plus one equals two."

"Two minus one equals one. It may seem like just a change in wording, but when you actually try to calculate it, it becomes much simpler."

"If it's an even number, then it'll be like this..."

Under Jiang Xiaobai's guidance, Master Song stood there, his expression gradually changing from initial shock to focus.

Yes.

He was an expert in this field.

That's why many things don't need to be explained in too much detail by Jiang Xiaobai.

Jiang Xiaobai only mentioned it briefly, and he instantly understood its subtlety.

The intuitive feeling of simplifying complexity, in particular, gave him a real shock.

After a short while, Jiang Xiaobai finished his explanation, put down his brush, and said, "These are all simple calculations; I believe they won't be difficult for you, Master!"

"It's really not difficult!"

Master Song nodded, his voice trembling slightly, and finally looked at Jiang Xiaobai and said, "These..."

"Did you figure all of this out yourself?"

These words were spoken.

Li Zhiwei's clear eyes immediately fell on Jiang Xiaobai.

Clearly, she also wanted to know the answer.

Jiang Xiaobai paused slightly as he stood there.

to be frank.

To claim that he figured this out himself would be somewhat shameless.

The problem is, these things don't actually exist in this world.

Sometimes, taking things upon yourself can actually be more effective.

Thinking of this, Jiang Xiaobai finally nodded awkwardly: "I figured it out casually in my spare time."

As those words fell.

Master Song was visibly shaken.

In your spare time?

You're just casually researching it?

You have to understand, he has been immersed in the art of divination for so many years, and he has never seen anything so revolutionary!

But this young man in front of me actually said that he researched it in his spare time?

At this moment, even Master Song couldn't help but gasp.

Then, when he looked at Jiang Xiaobai again, his gaze was no longer just one of shock.

Instead, he wore an expression almost as if he were looking at a monster: "Genius! A genius!!"

At this moment, Master Song's voice even revealed a hint of excitement.

"You're simply a genius in the art of divination!"

At this point, Master Song even disregarded his usual composure, staring intently at Jiang Xiaobai, and continued, "By the way, I still don't know your name? Perhaps... you'd be interested in joining our Ministry of Revenue?"

"I can personally recommend you to the Minister!"

"With your abilities, if you were to actually get into the Ministry of Revenue, you would definitely have a bright future!"

These words were spoken.

Even Li Zhiwei was slightly taken aback.

Although she had long realized that Jiang Xiaobai's arithmetic skills would surely shock Master Song.

But she still didn't expect that Master Song would actually have the idea of ​​recruiting him.

Moreover, they would recommend him directly to the Ministry of Revenue!

This is quite a heavy weight.

"Oh, I am from the Marquis of Zhenbei's residence, and Jiang Jingcheng is my father!"

As Jiang Xiaobai spoke, he looked at Master Song, whose face was full of surprise, and said, "Besides, I don't need your recommendation. My ambitions lie elsewhere!"

joke.

Should we send him to the Ministry of Revenue?

Are they buried in account books and money every day?

Even if he had no such intention, he would never go now, let alone be interested in it.

After all, the matters he was currently dealing with were far more complicated than anything related to the Ministry of Revenue.

After regaining his senses, Master Song looked at Jiang Xiaobai with surprise.

So, is Jiang Xiaobai the guy known for his playboy lifestyle?

He found this unbelievable.

How could someone so skilled in divination be a playboy?

And it's no wonder he refused so readily, after all, he was backed by the Marquis's mansion and was already of high status.

But deep down, he was still somewhat unwilling to accept it.

It would be such a pity to miss out on such a genius in divination.

But Jiang Xiaobai refused so decisively that Master Song could only sigh inwardly.

Finally shaking his head, Master Song's gaze couldn't help but fall back onto the Arabic numerals on the table.

His expression was still full of admiration.

Yes.

These things seem simple.

Only those who truly understand their meaning will know just how terrifying they really are.

This is no longer a simple matter of convenience; it's a complete subversion of the entire divination system!

If it can be widely adopted, efficiency in accounting and auditing, as well as national treasury management, will be greatly improved in the future!

Thinking of this, Master Song's heart trembled even more.

Just as he was about to look at Jiang Xiaobai and continue speaking, there was a soft knock on the door.

dong dong...

Immediately afterwards, a clear and pleasant voice slowly drifted in from outside the door.

"Master, it's time for you to begin your lesson."

Upon hearing this voice, Master Song first came to his senses.

Jiang Xiaobai raised an eyebrow.

Because he was very familiar with that voice.

Is it Lin Qinrou?