Chapter 006 is exactly what one desires

Especially copying poetry and lyrics

Alright, I will stop pretending and lay my cards on the table

When one is inconspicuous, being poor simply means being poor

The selection of four sentences is quite meticulous

From a distance, Huang Shang was seen returning. A man of upright character and stern demeanor dismounted from his horse and approached to pay his respects: "I am You Shixiong, courtesy name Jing Shu. I have come to pay my respects to Huang Shengzhong. I hope my impromptu visit will not be taken amiss."

He murmured to himself, reciting word by word, a surge of lofty ambition rising within his heart

I originally wanted to interact with you as an ordinary person, but what I received in return was disdain

As for the truth, only the parties involved are clear about it

That is too long; he cannot wait.

To establish a heart for heaven and earth! To establish a destiny for the people! To inherit the unbroken teachings of the sages! To open up peace for all generations!

Copying poetry brings momentary pleasure, but continuously copying poetry brings endless joy

As expected, just a few days after Liu Yi and Chen Sheng left, a scholar came to pay a visit.

Huang Shang returned the courtesy

This is the essence of Confucianism

At this moment, the young Yu Shixiong standing before us had not yet passed the imperial examination and held no official position; he was here for other purposes.

It is difficult to imagine the attitude of scholars, especially those from ancient times, who would nitpick at the flaws in works that are renowned throughout the world

Therefore, when a time traveler without genuine knowledge applies someone else's poem to themselves, what situation will arise

In fact, during the Song Dynasty, it was impossible for a literary plagiarist to survive

Once discovered, do not mention the imperial examination; your life will be ruined.

Upon hearing these four lines, Zhang Zai was deeply resonated and greatly impressed, prompting him to invite You Shixiong for a friendship.

Then more and more, increasingly more.

This is the pursuit of a literati

Huang Shang had previously learned that Zhang Zai is currently in Kaifeng Prefecture

These four sentences should be returned

A weight was lifted from Huang Shang's heart. When the four lines were conveyed to the reincarnators, doubts would naturally arise. To address this, he had a comprehensive plan, with a crucial element being Zhang Zai.

When your name is celebrated throughout the world, scholars will study your experiences, your family, your parents, everything in your life, as well as the state of mind you had while composing poetry, and the thoughts and emotions you expressed.

Any phrase that contradicts experience, even if it has never been used before, will be considered plagiarism

Similarly

Zhang Zai took the imperial examination and became a jinshi within five years; at that time, he was already thirty-eight years old. He ascended to the rank of jinshi alongside the twenty-year-old Su Shi and the eighteen-year-old Su Zhe brothers. It may seem late, but he authored numerous works and established his own school of thought, truly embodying the notion of late bloomers.

Thus, Huang Shang directly stated that his four verses were inspired by Zhang Zai's "Explanation of the I Ching"

You Shixiong, a renowned general of the Northern Song Dynasty, is celebrated in history for his achievements in pacifying the Western Xia invaders and protecting cultural relics. His writings, poetry, and calligraphy have all been passed down through the ages, marking him as a polymath in both literature and martial arts

In the past, Huang Shang would watch those time-travel novels and television dramas, where the protagonists inevitably had to plagiarize a few famous poems that have been passed down through the ages, in order to show off.

In the vast sea of people, Huang Shang is merely a poor scholar; where can a reincarnator be found?

Huang Shang instead became increasingly humble, and did not accept the invitations of those literati to attend literary gatherings all day long; rather, he devoted himself wholeheartedly to diligent study

He is a disciple of Zhang Zai

Chen Sheng also walked over and recited it once, his eyes revealing an incredulity and an uncontrollable jealousy: "Shengzhong, once these four lines are spread, they will surely make a name in Tokyo"

Even these four lines are referred to as the Four Lines of the Humble Room

Liu Yi was astonished

Huang Shang smiled lightly and said, "I am not worthy! I am not worthy!"

It was originally an incident of attack between political rivals, but Ouyang Xiu wrote some eloquent verses, among which are a few lines like this:

Huang Shang estimated that with his own talent, he would only achieve the top scholar title by the age of thirty-five, precisely because he had not had a good teacher.

However, just as the two were enjoying their conversation, a servant entered to report.

At first glance, it seems reasonable, but scholars began to study it, claiming that it captures the essence of youthful charm, penetrating to the very core.

Even if one is filled with jealousy and envy, Chen Sheng's tears can only flow inward.

This is not intended to draw unnecessary attention, but rather a decision made after weighing the pros and cons, as the time of the reincarnator's entry was much earlier than he had anticipated

But the problem arises

Indeed, later generations have expressed various opinions; some claim that this poem was not written by Ouyang Xiu, but rather by an anonymous adversary, while others suggest that Ouyang Xiu merely had an affection for young girls, and it does not necessarily pertain to his niece

Someone has come to visit again

Once the term plagiarism is associated with someone, their reputation is ruined, and they will face scrutiny across various fields

One must achieve strength and success by the age of fifty or sixty

However, the protagonist does not concern himself with whether the style is consistent, nor does he pay attention to the references in the poetry; as long as the situation is somewhat relevant, he uses them all indiscriminately

The key is that the twenty-year-old Huang Shang is situated within the historical context of the Song Dynasty, and is completely unrelated to the main storyline

I am the top scholar

However, when he truly arrived in the Song Dynasty, he realized that it was not at all what he had expected

When the four verses were transmitted to the Tokyo Kaifeng Prefecture, poverty transformed into a contentment with a frugal life, choosing not to be tainted by the secular world

However, when the words of historical figures are spoken, the reincarnators cannot help but feel curious or even skeptical. The next step will depend on how these words are disseminated and guided

This attitude moved the literary giants who were secretly observing him

Zhang Zai extended an invitation, which was precisely what he hoped for, and he promptly sought to become a disciple. Even without an invitation, he would have taken the initiative to pay a visit.

You Shi Xiong, seeing his respect for the teacher and such humility, felt an even greater fondness.

Having been in this world for so long, I have finally met my first historical figure

Moreover, it is necessary to promote it

Returning to the case, there are rumors of his improper conduct and illicit relations with his niece.

Zhang Zai is indeed the suitable candidate, and coupled with the Four Verses of Hengqu, it is truly a match made in heaven

Therefore, it is essential to have fame

It is easy to imagine the immense impact it would have on someone hearing it for the first time

He then looked at Huang Shang, and his attitude was completely different. He solemnly cupped his hands and sincerely said: "Huang Shengzhong, a great talent!"

These four sentences are so famous that even those who are not familiar with Confucianism can recite them and mistakenly believe that they were spoken by Confucius

Not to mention the entire world, or the entire Song Dynasty, just the capital city of Kaifeng alone has a population of one hundred thirty thousand people

As the solid evidence falls one after another, it is no longer a matter of fans but rather a problem that affects my family, leading to the downfall of everyone involved. All the dark secrets will be exposed, resulting in a complete loss of reputation.

In this era, without a good mentorship, it is undoubtedly much more difficult to make a name in the literary world

In fact, the source of these four sentences is none other than the current literary giant, Mr. Hengqu, Zhang Zai

A mountain does not need to be high; it is renowned if there are immortals. Water does not need to be deep; it is spiritual if there are dragons. This is a humble abode, yet my virtue is fragrant

Zhang Zai was exceptionally intelligent from a young age. At the age of 21, he composed the "Nine Articles of Border Discussion" and submitted it to Fan Zhongyan, gaining recognition. He contemplated abandoning his pen to join the military but was persuaded to return. He extensively read the works of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism, dedicating himself to research, ultimately synthesizing the strengths of the three schools.

Huang Shang originally did not think much of it, after all, the poetry from the future, I just copied it, what can you ancient people do about it

On this day, when Huang Shang returned from his meal, a tall horse was standing in front of the courtyard

If one does not wish to follow the established order, it is essential to make the reincarnator aware of Huang Shang's existence, thereby naturally altering the trajectory of their fate and involving this individual from the court in the unfolding narrative

This brings us to a topic that is still being discussed among the people of the Song Dynasty

This is the Thief Nephew Gate

Ouyang Xiu and his niece in a scandalous affair

Even if Huang Shang has no backing, Liu Yi would not dare to plagiarize

These four sentences further embody its ideas, yet they have not been succinctly summarized; they merely represent a preliminary form.

This returnee represents Sima Guang