Chapter 7: Who Produces Excellent Works in Their Writings

"Could it be that it's because of the difficulties at home, so you..." Fortunately, Du Shi immediately filled in the blanks and complained, "San Lang, you are being foolish... Although the family is facing hardships, we can always get through it. Your future is what truly matters!"

Sigh, sister-in-law, do not overthink it. My actions are justified and are in consideration of the future. Xie Yi said leisurely, "You may not know this, but the son-in-law of the governor is a guard of the Crown Prince. Many people are actually currying favor with the Crown Prince... Just think about it, His Majesty the Emperor is in his prime, yet he is eager to curry favor with the Crown Prince. Such behavior, lacking in respect for both ruler and father, is likely inappropriate and could even lead to disaster.

This individual hails from the Zheng family of Xingyang, one of the prominent aristocratic families among the five surnames and seven esteemed clans in the realm, which is quite remarkable. However, it appears that Zheng Bin is not a direct descendant, as he would certainly have been studying in the family academy in Xingyang. Nevertheless, judging by his attire and demeanor, his family background seems to be quite respectable

It was only Hou Junji who watched for a long time, yet remained silent and composed, which led many to wonder in their hearts whether the Duke had high standards or if he was merely a martial man who was completely unversed in literature.

Du's pair of phoenix eyes widened in disbelief. Can poetry and prose, which are refined creations, really be bought and sold? Furthermore, what kind of poetry or prose could be worth three guan?

"Sanlang, you have returned..." Du Shi was about to inquire about the situation of the journey, but the words suddenly stopped at the tip of his tongue. Looking at the items that Xie Yi was carrying in his hands, he asked in confusion: "Sanlang, what are these?"

Unexpectedly, the chubby boy Lu An hesitated and shook his head, saying: "It's not..."

Two poems were sold for three guan

Sister-in-law, I have never gambled; the money is what I earned. " Xie Yi hurriedly explained, handing the remaining two silver coins and some copper coins to Du Shi, and smiled, "This is the remaining money; please keep it safe.

Could it be that this fat man also has remarkable works? ... It's just that his demeanor is vastly different from that of Zheng Bin, but ...? ... As the old saying goes, one should not judge a person by their appearance; perhaps he is a great thinker disguised as a fool

Brother, I am hungry

Some wise individuals understand that although Hou Junji is a military general, he hails from the distinguished Hou family of San Shui in Guanzhong. While he may not belong to the prominent families of Guanzhong and Long, he is still part of a renowned lineage. From a young age, he must have received excellent family education; although he may not excel in literary pursuits, he is certainly not illiterate. When he remains silent, it is often because he has no remarkable works to present, which would be difficult to attract attention.

Du listened attentively, then savored the words carefully, and remarked: "This is a rare and excellent poem, far superior to your works from a few years ago. However... why would you sell such a fine piece? Wouldn't it be better to submit it to the governor's office? Such a masterpiece would surely be appreciated. Why do you not cherish this great opportunity for your future?"

It seems he is a child of a humble family. In this era that emphasizes social status, he is instantly looked down upon a few degrees. Some sharp-eyed individuals have recognized him; isn't he the young master of the Lu family business in the city? He is quite honest and reportedly a bit simple-minded. The key point is that he is a businessman. How could he appear at the library in Wanghu Tower, and even be specifically mentioned by the governor? Could it be that he also possesses the talent for composing brilliant poetry?

Good! After looking down for a long time, Hou Junji suddenly exclaimed loudly: "Who is Zheng Bin?"

As he spoke, Du was almost in tears, appearing extremely disappointed, with his feelings of frustration and a sense of unfulfilled potential clearly evident.

Du nodded gently and, after pondering for a moment, asked in confusion: "A poem worth three guan of money must be quite good; can you share it with me?"

"Where did you get this money? Could it be that you went gambling again?" Du was clearly misunderstanding and anxiously said, "Although there are occasional small wins, one loses nine out of ten times... Didn't you say you wouldn't gamble again? How come..."

At the moment when everyone was filled with suspicion, Zheng Bin's expression changed, and his brows furrowed. How did this person go upstairs? ... Did Duke Chen call him? Could it be that ...

Hou Junji exclaimed in admiration, and everyone understood in their hearts that the poem is excellent, and the person is truly remarkable

Not wanting to wait for Hou Junji, yet expressing great interest, he said: "In spring, one sleeps unaware of dawn, everywhere one hears the cries of birds. The sound of wind and rain comes at night, how many flowers have fallen? The long clouds over Qinghai darken the snow-capped mountains, a solitary city gazes far at the Yumen Pass. After a hundred battles in the yellow sands, wearing golden armor, I will not return until I have conquered Loulan. Were these two poems composed by you?"

Uh ... ...

Xie Yi returned home with 3 dou of rice, 2 jin of meat, a pack of preserved fruits, and several feet of floral cloth

This ... ... left Xie Yi speechless. How could he explain to his sister-in-law such "prophetic" words that Hou Junji would rebel in the future

I am very glad that my sister-in-law can understand. Xie Yi immediately smiled and said, "It is indeed true; there are many such examples in historical texts. Trust me, as long as one has the ability, one will always stand out."

Is it true? Upon mentioning royal intrigues, Du's heart skipped a beat, as if recalling something, and his face immediately showed signs of increased tension.

"Where could my sister-in-law have gone? How could that be? I am, after all, an honest and trustworthy young man of good character." After saying this, Xie Yi suddenly felt a bit embarrassed; he had been a prodigal in the past, and his reputation was still tarnished. There was nothing much to say about being misunderstood.

Du's expression momentarily froze, and he hurriedly explained: "I learned a few things from my mother in my childhood, but I only recognize a few characters; I do not understand the way of poetry and literature."

Xie Yi could not help but feel a sense of guilt; his sister-in-law's thoughts, even attributing blame to herself, only deepened the feelings of sympathy and pity.

By the way, it seems that my sister-in-law is quite knowledgeable in poetry and literature? In order to completely change the subject, Xie Yisheng expressed a hint of curiosity.

Xie Yixiao said with a smile: "The two poems sold for three guan, which is enough to cover our family's expenses for a while, but it is still not enough... Once I earn more money, we will buy a new house and land for our family."

Upon hearing Hou Junji's question, everyone felt a stir in their hearts and simultaneously thought of Lu Xun from the Eastern Han and Three Kingdoms period. In the past, he was also from a prestigious family in Jiangdong. Although now it has declined and fallen, it is reasonable to assume that there is still some legacy, and it would not be surprising to have one or two outstanding descendants emerge.

Duke of Chen of the Tang Dynasty, Governor Hou Junji of Chen Prefecture, sat upright in the main seat, raising his cup to drink "Three www.hetushucom .com Lejiang" while gazing at the poetry scrolls on the table

Hou Junji squinted his eyes and asked, "Where are you from?"

It turns out to be a talented individual from the Zheng family of Xingyang, lamenting the presence of such talent. The setting sun over the vast western wilderness, the stars on the ridge rise and fall. From several vantage points on the solitary mountain, one observes the beacon fires, while the brave warriors await the sound of drums and gongs in their encampments. What a fine poem, what a fine poem!

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Student Zheng Bin has met Duke Chen. Normally arrogant, Zheng Bin is now very proper, with a sincere attitude and polite demeanor, rising to pay his respects to Lord Hou Junji

Du nodded silently and said: "Indeed, being able to compose such poetry, Sanlang certainly possesses talent and will surely be able to..."

In the hearts of the crowd, there is a sense of gloom. It goes without saying that the most outstanding talent today is undoubtedly Zheng Bin. Not only is his talent exceptional, but his family background is also remarkably distinguished. Who can compare?

Is that so? If my sister-in-law is interested, we can discuss it together in the future. For example, "Once having seen the vast ocean, one finds it hard to regard other waters as significant; apart from the peaks of Wushan, no other clouds can compare." There is a historical allusion in this...

Returning to the homeland, the student hails from Xingyang, but has lived in Chenzhou with his father since childhood

"The student is lacking in knowledge and skills, and the praise from the state is misplaced." Zheng Bin bowed and saluted, his every gesture exuding elegance, markedly different from his usual demeanor, indeed reflecting the bearing of a scion of a prominent family

"Two guan ... three guan? Where did you get so much money?" Du was even more astonished. Three guan was not a significant amount for the former Xie family, but now it could be considered a substantial sum. In half a day's time, where else could one earn so much money aside from the gambling house?

Du's mhetushucomcom was indeed waiting at the door, eagerly anticipating the return of Uncle (Husband), which was quite touching. Upon catching sight of Xie Yi from a distance, her anxious expression vanished, and her excitement could not help but show.

Sure!" Xie Yi immediately recited "Spring Dawn" and "Song of the Army".

As the three members of the family sat around the table for dinner, the banquet at Wanghu Tower in Huaiyang City was in full swing

Xie Yi was about to quote a classic text when his younger sister, Xiao Man, suddenly shouted, abruptly disrupting the atmosphere that had been so painstakingly created. Xie Yi shook his head helplessly and smiled, saying: "Are you hungry? I'll cook now; we have meat to eat today!"

Upstairs and downstairs, there are dozens of talented individuals from Lianghuai. They have submitted their poetry manuscripts and are fortunate to have passed the preliminary selection to enter Wanghulou, where they have the opportunity to meet Duke Chen.

At this moment, they are oblivious to the delicious food before them, their attention entirely focused on Hou Junji. If the poem manuscript is favored by Duke Chen, it will undoubtedly lead to a bright future.

Student Lu An has met Duke Chen of the State. As the crowd stirred and looked around, a chubby boy with a simple appearance hurried upstairs and paid his respects to Lord Hou Junji

Xie Yixiao said with a smile: "Sister-in-law, I bought some food. Also, as the year comes to an end, I bought some fabric to make new clothes for you and Xiaoman."

Not wanting to turn another few pages of the collected works of Hou Junji, he suddenly raised his eyebrows and looked up to ask: "Who is Lu An?"

Where are you from? Are you a descendant of the Lu family from Wu County?

Du said with great concern: "Sanlang, is this true? You haven't engaged in any deceitful or unjust acts, have you?"