All those who participated in the Longhuang Poetry Recital have finished sitting down.
After waiting for a while, I heard three jade drums ringing and jade bells ringing three times. All the noisy sounds disappeared, and the entire area around Longhuang Terrace suddenly became quiet.
But I heard Qi Shizhai shouting: "The Holy One is here!"
With a shout, everyone moved together and left the table to stand in awe. Even Xiao Yuanche, Shen Jizhou and others also stood up.
But seeing the palace maid Cai Nu clearing the way, she dodged to both sides. Jin Emperor Liu Duan, dressed in a Chu yellow robe, slowly walked out of the Longhuang Palace, came to the highest step and stood facing the civil and military ministers below. And stand.
"Long live my emperor, long live the emperor!" Everyone shouted, lifted up their clothes and robes, knelt down, and performed the grand ceremony of kneeling three times and kowtowing nine times.
However, Xiao Yuanche, the Grand Sikong, had the right to enter the court without worshiping due to the favor of the Emperor, but he just handed it over solemnly to Liu Duan.
The humble Su Ling expected that no one would pay attention to her in this huge crowd of people, so she just covered her head with a fruit and vegetable plate and sat leisurely in her seat.
Didn't move.
Worship this puppet emperor unless you have enough food to support yourself.
Liu Duan was so high above him that when he saw the ministers prostrating at his feet, he suddenly felt that he was the king of the world. He waited for a moment, then waved his hand and said loudly: "Your Majesty, please come back and sit down."
As soon as he finished speaking, Xiao Yuanche was the first to sit down in his seat, picked up the jug in his hand, poured a sip of wine, and drank by himself.
Everyone also sat down.
Liu Duan sat upright, looked down at everyone, and then said with satisfaction: "On the occasion of the Spring Equinox, I will gather all the ministers and talented people from all over the world under the Longhuang Stage to show off the greatness of our Jin Dynasty. The Jin Dynasty was founded six hundred years ago. In the remaining years, the civilized world was under civil rule, and during this period, countless famous poems were produced that would shine through the ages. I secretly thought that famous poems and essays were the character that our Jin Dynasty should have, so today's Longhuang Poetry Society was established."
Everyone on the steps shouted loudly and chanted: "Your Majesty is wise, this is a grand event for our Jin Dynasty!"
Liu Duan nodded with satisfaction and said loudly: "Today, all the talented people from all over the world have gathered here, and it is in my heart that when we wait for the Longhuang Poetry Festival, I hope that everyone, whether from aristocratic families or from poor families, will eagerly wait for the Longhuang Poetry Festival to be held. Let's compete, each show his talents, and decide who is the leader. This will strengthen our literary world in the Jin Dynasty, and it will also comfort my heart!"
After saying this, he looked at Qi Shizhai, who then stepped forward and said loudly: "President of Xuanlonghuang Poetry Society—Li Zhibai!"
Just as he finished speaking, he saw a man wearing a green gown and holding the Emperor's Sword walking slowly under the 950 steps of Longhuang Hall.
Everyone recognizes that this is Li Zhibai, the leading poet-immortal in the Jin Dynasty!
Li Zhibai slowly climbed up the stairs, walking very smoothly, which showed his demeanor of poetry and immortality.
Seeing him slowly walking up the steps, there were still three steps away from Liu Duan. Then he straightened his clothes and knelt down on the ground, just about to salute.
Liu Duan said loudly: "Master Li, I am exempt from the gift. Today I hope that Master Li will work hard to select the true leader of poetry and prose for the literary world of the Jin Dynasty. This will become a good story and live up to my high expectations!"
Li Zhibai thanked Liu Duan loudly, waved his clothes, and strode towards Longhuang Terrace.
But when he saw him walking slowly up the steps of Longhuang Terrace to the third floor, there was also a chair and a table. Then he saluted Emperor Jin again and sat down on it.
Qi Shizhai once again explained the rules of the Longhuang Poetry Society. Xiao Yuanche and others naturally knew these rules just now, but others were not very clear about them.
After Qi Shizhai finished speaking, he asked Liu Duan whether to officially start the Longhuang Poetry Meeting.
Liu Duan nodded and said loudly: "Now that everything is ready, I will announce..."
Just when he said this, he saw Xiao Yuanche suddenly stood up on the first step down, cupped his hands towards Liu Duanyi and said loudly: "Your Majesty, before the Longhuang Poetry Conference begins, I have something unknown to report to you.
Your Majesty."
Liu Duan looked a little unnatural and thought to himself, Xiao Yuanche is really arrogant. Just when I wanted to announce the start of the Longhuang Poetry Conference, he blocked me with words. I really don't know what he was going to say.
He was a little panicked and looked at Qi Shizhai calmly.
Qi Shizhai's eyes were not squinting, and his face was as calm as ever.
Liu Duan then calmed down and said: "Xiao Aiqing, since there is something to report before the Longhuang Poetry Meeting, it must be an important matter, so let's talk about it in front of all the ministers and talents in the world."
There was something hidden in his words, secretly reminding Xiao Yuanche not to be too presumptuous. Now that all the ministers and talented people in the world are here, you should be more careful.
In other words, if you make people angry, you won't end up well.
How could Xiao Yuanche not know this, but he didn't take it seriously and said: "I would like to ask Your Majesty, what is the cause of this Longhuang Poetry Meeting?"
Liu Duan was stunned, and he really couldn't figure out the reason for Xiao Yuanche's sudden question without any reason.
He had no choice but to be patient and said with a faint smile: "Xiao Aiqing, as I said just now, the Jin Dynasty has been established for more than 600 years, and its poetry and prose are the backbone of the prosperous age. I want to continue the literary charm of the Jin Dynasty..."
Xiao Yuanche suddenly burst into laughter, attracting the attention of Shen Jizhou, Liu Jingsheng, Dahong Lu and Kong Hechen in the front row.
Liu Duan looked a little unnatural and said, "Why is Xiao Aiqing laughing?"
Xiao Yuanche then said calmly: "I am afraid that Your Majesty did not understand what I said. I am not asking about the purpose of this Longhuang Poetry Meeting, but the cause..."
Liu Duan felt that it was really difficult to talk to Xiao Yuanche. If he tried to trap him again and lost his majesty as the emperor, he would lose all his face, so he simply put the question back and said: "Oh, then
In Xiao Aiqing's opinion, what is the cause of this Longhuang Poetry Meeting?"
Xiao Yuanche smiled faintly, suddenly turned around to face the ministers and talents of the world, and said loudly: "Everyone! This Longhuang Poetry Festival is considered to be a wise one, and it can make the talents of the world feel the majesty of the emperor's grace.
! In this case, you all should be well aware of the reasons for holding the Longhuang Poetry Meeting. In this case, Xiao Yuanche will explain the whole process clearly. "
After Xiao Yuanche said these words, he glanced at the ministers and talents below, and then said loudly: "The cause of this Longhuang Poetry Meeting is because of one person!"
After he said this, he looked at the ministers and scholars below. They all held their breaths and stared at Xiao Yuanche, seeming to be very curious about this.
There were even more whispers, asking each other that the Great Jin Dynasty held such a grand Longhuang Poetry Festival because of one person. Who is this person, and why is he so great?
Their reaction played into Xiao Yuanche's hands, and Xiao Yuanche glanced at Liu Duan.
However, I saw that Liu Duan's face was already ugly, and he no longer looked as high-spirited as before.
Xiao Yuanche seemed as if he had not heard anything and continued loudly: "You may all be curious about what kind of person it is that can prompt the Holy One to make up his mind to convene ministers and talented people from all over the world to hold the Longhuang Poetry Conference."
But seeing that the minds of all the ministers and scholars were aroused by him, they all nodded in unison.
Xiao Yuanche was very satisfied with their reaction, and then he smiled and said: "Actually, I won't say his last name. I will only mention the name of one of his poems. Everyone will know it."
"Who is he? He actually has a masterpiece that can impress His Majesty! Sikong, tell me quickly!"
But it was Yangzhou Shepherd Liu Jingsheng who spoke first.
Liu Jingsheng guarded Yangzhou, the richest city in the world, and wanted to defend the city. Therefore, he did not want to offend either Xiao Yuanche or Shen Jizhou. He dealt with both sides and never took sides easily.
Now he was happy to be flattered, so he asked in a curious and impatient tone.
Xiao Yuanche laughed loudly and said: "I think everyone here should know the poem "Spring River Flowers and Moonlight Night"!"
Liu Jingsheng was the first to say loudly: "It turns out that he is the one who wrote this poem. When I was in Yangzhou, I heard many people praise this "Spring River Flower Moonlight Night". It is really a famous poem, a famous poem... .”
He pretended that he didn't remember it all, so he patted his head and said, "This great poet is called Su... What is Su?"
Su Ling wrote "Spring River Flowers and Moonlight Night" at Xiao Sixu's house that day. This poem has already spread like wildfire. Up to now, the entire Jin Dynasty and New Century Novel Network have heard about it.
What's even more interesting is that he compared this poem with Li Zhibai, the immortal poet who was relegated to poetry. For a while, Su Ling's reputation was no longer lower than that of Li Zhibai.
It's just that Su Ling works in hospitals or restaurants all day long, so she doesn't know about this at all.
Seeing Xiao Yuanche actually cheering Su Ling up in public, those Qingliu people headed by Kong Hechen already cursed many times in their hearts. They only waited for the emperor's wink to jump out and curse Xiao Yuanche. There was a verbal exchange of words.
Xiao Yuanche didn't seem to care at all about the so-called consequences. He still smiled and cupped his hands towards Liu Jingsheng and said: "Brother Jingsheng, do you also know this poem? To be honest with brother Jingsheng, the name of the person who wrote this poem is Su Ling!"
Liu Jingsheng then said in a loud voice with a look of sudden realization: "Yes, yes, I am getting older, and I only remember my surname is Su! However, I seem to have heard rumors that Su Ling is Xi Cao of Sikong Mansion. I wonder if it is true!"
Xiao Yuanche secretly thought that this smooth guy really helped him a lot this time. He was not the one who sang along with him, so he was really embarrassed.
Xiao Yuanche then stroked his long beard and said: "Yes, yes, this Su Ling is now serving in our Sikong Mansion!"
When Liu Jingsheng heard this, he hurriedly cupped his hands and said, "Congratulations, Sikong, for recruiting another great talent!"
The two sang and harmonized, completely leaving Jin Emperor Liu Duan aside.
Liu Duan snorted, and Liu Jingsheng pretended to be embarrassed and said: "Ah, I'm getting older and a little confused. I forgot that the emperor will come again..."
Xiao Yuanche smiled all over his face and said to himself, "You can sing this play better than me!"
Only then did Liu Duan endure his anger and said in a deep voice: "Why did Sikong suddenly mention this matter today..."
Xiao Yuanche smiled and said: "If I remember correctly, the Holy Emperor appointed Su Ling to participate in this poetry meeting even before the previous dynasty, right?"
Liu Duan nodded. He couldn't deny this matter even if he wanted to. At that time, he said it personally in front of the civil and military officials of the dynasty, so he could only say: "Yes, but since I personally appointed Su Ling to participate in the poetry meeting, why didn't I see him?
As for others, could it be that he doesn’t see me as the emperor in his eyes?”
Xiao Yuanche knew that Liu Duan was beginning to question me, and he thought to himself, I'm afraid you won't question me!
He just followed the trend and said loudly: "Since the Holy Emperor asked me, I must want to meet Su Ling. This is a good thing..."
But Xiao Yuanche didn't ask for orders, and he didn't show any intention of backing down.
Suddenly in front of the ministers and talents of the world.
On the high platform of more than 900 steps outside Longhuang Hall, he looked up to the sky and laughed.
I saw Xiao Yuanche suddenly had a heroic look on his face, anger rising from his Dantian, heading towards the high platform, and his rich voice immediately rang out: "Where is Su Ling... come closer!"