Tang Wenxian, who was sitting next to Zhao Yongxian, looked at Lin Tailai who was scolding Fang Qiu and being wanton, and suddenly felt that his position as the number one scholar was a bit dim.
Reputation is a scarce resource that everyone wants, but not everyone can get it, so it is not easy for ordinary literati to shine at gatherings.
Especially in relatively high-end gatherings where big bosses are in charge, if the underachievers want to take advantage of the opportunity to become famous, the competition will be fierce.
But from Jiangnan to the capital, it seems that no matter how high-end the Yaji Wenhui, Lin Tailai can invade and kill indiscriminately.
This was the case in Suzhou and Nanjing last year, and it was still the case in the capital. No matter what methods were tried, it seemed that Lin Tailai could not be restrained.
Thinking of this, Tang Wenxian looked at his teacher Zhao Yongxian, and really didn't know how the teacher would end it.
Leader Wang from Jiangnan has always pretended to be sick. Teachers can't just copy it, right?
In fact, the gathering initiated by Zhao Yongxian today can be regarded as the first gathering of the retro group in the capital this spring. It was originally planned to start in the afternoon and continue into the evening with banquets, singing and dancing.
But it's not yet evening, and host Zhao Yongxian is already feeling dull.
All the limelight comes from Lin Tailai, who has worked hard for a long time to make wedding clothes for others, so what's the point of this elegant gathering?
Unless Lin Tailai disappears immediately, there is still some value in continuing this gathering. Although there is not much value left, it is better than losing all the money.
Maybe God heard Zhao Yongxian's thoughts. At this time, Lin Daguan stood up unsteadily, and then shouted: "I am already too drunk, so it's time to leave."
Zhao Yongxian's mood at this moment was like that of a dying person who suddenly regained his temper and seemed to be able to save something.
He was afraid that he was hallucinating, so he didn't speak, but stared at Lin Tailai hopefully.
However, Lin Daguan seemed to have lost his footing. He staggered, pushed the golden mountain and knocked down the jade pillar, and fell back to his seat.
Then he laughed at himself and said: "Young man is not drinking well, he is dizzy, his muscles are weak, his legs are weak, it is better not to leave first, and then sit down!"
Everyone was speechless. Will you, surnamed Lin, leave or not?
But then I heard Senior Official Lin looking at the people on the chair with drunken eyes, and asked loudly:
“It’s spring time, there must be several gatherings of the retro group in the past two months, right? You might as well communicate more with our update agency!”
Although Lin Tai meant "communication", in Zhao Yongxian's ears, he automatically imagined it as a threat!
It's the end of March now, and next month will be April. It's a good season for spring appreciation, and it's also the peak period for literati gatherings.
But the problem is that the martial arts examination is held in April, so Lin Tailai will have to stay in the capital until at least April.
In other words, all elegant gatherings held in March and April may be subject to Lin Tailai's directional blasting and then directly explode.
But if you don’t even dare to hold a gathering, wouldn’t you become a laughing stock in the literary world?
Thinking of this, Zhao Yongxian looked at Zhang Jiayin, the Minister of War. At this time, it seemed that only Zhang Dashima had the strength to control Lin Tailai a little.
After receiving a few looks asking for help, Zhang Jiayin sighed secretly, this makes people unable to control themselves in the world.
Now Zhang Dashima feels as if Lin Tailai has kidnapped his relatives and friends, and he can't just die without saving him.
Unless he completely loses his reputation and stops being in the industry.
So Zhang Jiayin picked up Lin Tailai's words and responded in a deep voice: "You are a martial arts examiner. You came to the capital mainly for the martial arts examination. How come you are so interested in the literary gathering?"
Official Lin looks drunk on the surface but is clear in his heart. Is he finally talking about the martial arts examination?
Then he replied: "I am determined to be both civil and military. I must grasp it with both hands and be strong with both hands! Does Grand Sima think that I should not be willing to learn?"
Zhang Jiayin retorted: "People's energy is always limited, and it is better to focus on it at each period!
Now that the martial arts examination is around the corner, you should prepare carefully for the martial arts competition and don't waste time half-heartedly!
Otherwise, if you fail the martial arts examination because of a small loss, wouldn't it become a joke?"
If Zhang Jiayin's words were a reading comprehension question, the first answer would be to kindly persuade Lin Tailai to concentrate on preparing for the exam;
The second answer is to threaten Lin Tailai with failure;
The third answer is a hint that if you, Lin Tailai, don't make trouble again, I guarantee that you will try Chinese style.
Which one should be chosen as the correct answer? Everyone has their own opinions on this, but Mr. Lin is definitely inclined to choose answer two and threaten himself with failure.
After thinking for a while, Lin Tai replied: "It's just a martial arts test! My ambition is not only to be Chinese, but also to win the first place in the competition!"
If this is also a reading comprehension question, the first answer is Lin Tailai expressing his youthful ambition;
The second answer is that Lin Tailai said that he has to add money, but the Chinese style is not enough, and he has to give himself a Huiyuan.
Zhang Jiayin chose answer two and then fell into silence.
Are you, Lin Tailai, sure you want to keep bargaining over unspoken rules in public?
At this time, the left deputy censor Shi Xing beside him couldn't help shouting: "Boy, do you dare to say that you won't bother the nobles for your own selfishness?
You dare to say that you will be the first in the test in front of Da Sima. Could it be that you want Da Sima to do favoritism for you?"
Lin Tailai sneered and said: "I didn't ask Da Sima to ask for essay topics, and secondly I didn't ask Da Sima to cheat in the martial arts field. How can there be any talk of favoritism and malpractice?"
As long as the exam is fair, I will be the first in the exam, and there is no need for any favoritism!"
"Arrogant!" Shi Xing scolded: "You are really a person who doesn't know the heights of heaven and earth! You dare to speak nonsense before the exam!"
Lin Tailai said disdainfully: "It's not that I'm arrogant, but Shi Fuxian, you are so rare!
Yang Shen, the number one scholar in the Zhengde Dynasty, although his father was a cabinet scholar, was recognized as the number one scholar. No one said he was unworthy of the title!
In my eyes, this is the meaning of this martial arts examination, and I definitely deserve the first place."
No matter what the result of the examination is, you must first brag about it. This is called building momentum for yourself!
In other people’s impressions, first bind his name Lin Tailai to the word No. 1 in the examination!
Besides, Lin Tailai is not at all unsure. One advantage of the martial arts exam compared to the liberal arts exam is that the exam process is more open and the exam results are more quantifiable.
For example, in archery, the number of arrows hit is the same as the number of arrows, and hundreds of pairs of eyes are watching; or moving stone piers, how heavy the stone piers can be lifted, and hundreds or even thousands of people are watching, so you can't fake it.
Finally, Lin Tailai added: "If you want to prove what I say, it's very simple!
If Shi Fuxian thinks there are other candidates who are better than me, please name them and I will visit and compete!"
Shi Xing was temporarily speechless, but Zhang Jiayin, Minister of War, spoke again:
"Boy, don't talk nonsense here. See you in the examination room! I will watch carefully to see if you have the strength to be number one!"
Some people couldn't help but secretly exclaimed when they heard this.
The subtext hidden in Zhang Dashima's words seems to be that if you, Lin Tailai, are strong enough, I wouldn't mind giving you the first place!
In the minds of these intellectuals and officials, they actually did not take the martial arts examination too seriously. After all, the current trend is that the civilized and the military are humble. Otherwise, how could they not avoid public discussion without suspicion.
But even if it is a martial arts subject that is not taken seriously, it will still be the first in the test. You, Zhang Da Sima, will give it to you. Isn’t the price a bit too high?
This time, Lin Tailai was silent for a moment, and Zhang Jiayin asked again: "What else do you have to say?"
Lin Tai came to his senses and said again: "Actually, I still have a wish, and I hope that Da Sima can help."
"Boy, don't push yourself too far!" Zhang Jiayin finally got annoyed and said through gritted teeth.
Lin Tailai said eloquently: "This wish is not for me, but for the thousands of future martial arts candidates!"
Zhang Jiayin shouted impatiently: "Say it first!"
Lin Tailai spoke eloquently: "As we all know, the current martial arts examination system completely imitates the liberal arts examination, which is also recognized by the imperial court.
But why did the previous martial arts examinations only end with the general examination and not the palace examination? Is it possible that Wensheng was a disciple of the emperor, and martial arts students were not worthy?
It stands to reason that martial arts should also have palace examinations. The imperial court cannot take martial arts exams too seriously and should make up for this shortcoming!"
Zhang Jiayin: "."
Is this what you Lin Tailai said, for the thousands of martial arts candidates? Do you really think others can’t see what you, Lin Tailai, are thinking?
The first place in the Guild Examination is called Huiyuan, and the first place in the Imperial Examination is called Zhuangyuan. Do you, Lin Tailai, want to win the Ming Dynasty's first Wushu Zhuangyuan?
Zhang Jiayin habitually shied away and said: "Although it is justifiable to increase the imperial examination for martial arts, after all, it involves the emperor, so this matter needs to be promoted by the cabinet."
Just as he said this, Zhang Da Sima suddenly saw Shen Yongmao entering the elegant gathering with Lin Tailai.
Then there's nothing to say
Official Lin suddenly stood upright and stood up from his seat very neatly.
Everyone felt their eyes were opened. They had never seen such a flexible drunkard.
Then Lin Tailai said loudly: "I've had so much fun today, I'll take my leave now!"
To be continued...