Chapter 002 Poetry Gathering, is it possible to refrain from sarcasm
Er Bao was taken aback, "What is it, young master?"
Brother Shaoyou, you have arrived
Qin Guan stared at the other party and said: "What, does this poetry gathering stipulate who can come and who cannot? I truly do not know these rules"
Soon, the two arrived at an open-air loft where quite a number of people were already seated, counting approximately twenty individuals. The sky was gradually darkening, and tall candles were lit around. The table was set with cups, plates, and dishes, and all the necessary writing materials were present, suggesting an atmosphere of preparing for a night of intense work.
Qin Guan flicked his hand and tossed two pages of paper to Er Bao
Has the young master come up with any good poetry?
Timidity is not the working style of Qin Guan
Ah, you have arrived, you arrived early." Qin Guan chuckled and replied with a cupped fist salute.
The courtesans of ancient times
Qin waved his hand dismissively and said, "Let us find our own fun, regardless of them."
Zhulinxuan is a subsidiary courtyard of Jinling Temple in the southern part of the city. It features lush forests and tall bamboo, with winding waters and flowing springs, presenting an exceptionally beautiful scenery. From time to time, various flowers and plants compete in their brilliance, and on either side of the stone path, two tall cherry blossom trees are in full bloom, creating a lively and vibrant atmosphere.
With a stout guide leading the way, Qin Guan found it even more convenient. He instructed Er Bao to wait outside the inner courtyard of the gathering, and Qin Guan noticed that quite a number of young scholars and attendants had already gathered here.
Oh," the person was taken aback by Qin Guan's question and was unable to respond. Qin Guan found it amusing, realizing that this person was also a lightweight, merely someone who could talk but lacked substance
I don't quite understand!
Qin Guan was intrigued
The second treasure settled the account, and the little one came to pack it up, including sunflower seeds, peanuts, candied fruits, and pastries. Two small packages were tucked under his arm, making his abdomen bulge, yet a satisfied smile adorned his face
Even Qin Guan discerned something, which is that the name of the state in this era is actually the Zhao State
Also prepared poetry and prose for cheating
Famous courtesans such as Li Shishi, Chen Yuanyuan, and Su Xiaoxiao are all said to possess extraordinary beauty, captivating enough to topple nations and cities
Who is this, I don't recognize them
Er Bao led the way ahead, as the sun set in the west, leaving only a patch of twilight. Qin Guan continuously observed the surrounding scenery, and before he knew it, he had arrived at the Bamboo Forest Pavilion in the southern part of the city.
Qin Guan was about to ask what poetry gathering it was, but he immediately stopped himself. At present, he was not familiar with the original owner's situation; saying too much could lead to mistakes and easily expose his identity
Indeed, I, the young master, was suddenly struck by inspiration, so I took a moment to reflect
Where has Qin Ershao been humiliated, and who would fall for his tricks
The second treasure looked at the table full of snacks and said with concern: "Young Master, having ordered this entire table, not having a sip of tea or a bite of pastry, what a waste this is"
Entering the inner garden, the scenery inside is even more beautiful, showcasing the exquisite landscapes of Jiangnan, truly breathtaking. During this time, Qin Guan also managed to extract this fellow's name through conversation, Zheng Da.
"Fool, bring the poetry, how could you want to see the young master embarrass himself at the poetry gathering?" Qin Guan said irritably
Just now, Qin Guan was still contemplating having this young servant take him back to his family's home to blend in for a couple of days, at least to get through this trial period. However, upon hearing the term "courtesan," he became intrigued
Hearing the obviously sarcastic remarks from across the way, Qin Guan felt displeased. Alas, he was quite low-key, merely wanting to be a bystander and enjoy the spectacle, yet this fellow came right in looking for trouble.
I can't believe this is what the original owner said. I never expected him to be such a shameless person, first winning her heart and then taking her virtue, it's simply outrageous
Qin Guan glanced back and discovered a petite young woman dressed in a green silk robe, adorned with a jeweled hairpin, seated among the guests. She appeared to be quite young, around sixteen or seventeen years of age. Indeed, she was quite beautiful, with a fair and delicate complexion, and her elegantly arched eyebrows particularly drew attention, accentuating her bright eyes.
Qin Guan speaks nonsense.
As Qin Guan looked back, he noticed a man with an excessively square face, resembling a coffin lid, who was mockingly staring at him. Qin Guan was unaware that this person was none other than Qian Sheng, the second brother of the Qian family, mentioned earlier by Zheng Da.
Now, it is better to say less
What happened, young master?" Er Bao quickly caught on and asked in confusion
The stout man approached closely, his demeanor exceedingly familiar, and whispered in Qin Guan's ear: "Liu Su and Liu Chunyuan have already arrived"
Qin Guan pondered left and right, and apart from the Warring States period, he could not recall any other dynasty called Zhao. Could it be that he had traversed into a parallel universe, a realm similar to ancient China
Oh, good
"Bring it here." Qin Guan spread out his hands
The Qian brothers are also present, those two cowards have been trailing behind Liu Chunyuan, today they are likely to cause you some trouble
Take what you like and set off now
Qin Guan's eyes widened in disbelief, truly wanting to ask, why are you making things difficult for me? What have I done to provoke you? However, upon a moment's reflection, he closed his mouth again
If one does not go to experience it, then what is the point of coming to the ancient times
Especially under the candlelight, the contours of the face become more pronounced, and observing a beauty under the light offers a unique charm
The stout man nodded and said, "Still, Brother Shaoyou is magnanimous."
Er Bao quickly took out two sheets of rice paper from his bosom and handed them to Qin Guan. Qin Guan held them in his hands and looked at them; they were in Chinese characters, traditional script. He furrowed his brows and studied them for a long time before arriving at a conclusion
"I am leaving to attend the poetry meeting." Qin Guan shook his scholar's robe and stood up gracefully
One can only respond with caution
Qin Guan shot a glare at Er Bao, "You really are too talkative"
"It seems you have some great work; why don't you share it with me?" said Qin Guan
Qin Guan had just admired the scene and was still marveling at the ancient courtesan when he heard a rather unpleasant voice say: "Oh, isn't this Qin Guan, the young master? It's quite rare to see you at a poetry gathering; what brings you here today? Truly a rare occasion."
A stout man, appearing to be around 20 years old, was walking towards me from across the narrow path
Qian Sheng said with a smile: "Hehe, of course, no one has set any rules, but Brother Qin's talents are well known among the students of the academy. I wonder what great work Brother Qin has brought us."
The arrival of Qin Guan and Zheng Da naturally attracted the attention of others
Er Bao was not particularly afraid of Qin Guan, and said with a smile: "Young Master, you have said that in order to make an appearance before the courtesan Meng Xiangjun, one must first win her heart and then take her virtue. Among the three beauties of Hangzhou, Meng Xiangjun is known for her poetic talent, so it would not do to be unprepared in poetry. Otherwise, you might as well memorize the two poems you bought."
He can still recognize some simple characters, but when it comes to those with complex strokes, Qin Guan is at a loss. Although he is also a university student, he truly finds it impossible to understand these obscure and difficult verses.
He was determined to join the crowd and take a look at the ancient courtesan. As for composing poetry, such highbrow matters were best left to those so-called ancient literary talents.
I remember