RPAGF Chapter 545 Three Days Later!
Chapter 545 Three Days Later!
Chapter 545 Three Days Later!
The appearance of the first two lines of poetry has made many people think, because the meaning contained in these two lines is enough for them to understand for almost three days.
Moreover, once you thoroughly understand this poem, it may even trigger a similar effect, allowing you to strike while the iron is hot and create a similar poem.
This would greatly enhance their literary reputation.
Moreover, they never expected that the young man before them could write such verses.
Although Ye Ru was very talented, if they hadn't seen it with their own eyes, they would have really thought that Ye Ru's talent was just talk.
Immediately afterwards, Ye Ru continued writing down the last two lines of the poem:
"I am not afraid of the clouds obscuring my view, for I stand at the highest peak."
As soon as these two lines of poetry were recited, the entire Xuan paper emitted a peculiar light, the dazzling light shining into everyone's eyes, causing them to be greatly surprised, as if they had suddenly gained a new understanding.
This feeling is like clearing away the clouds, because Ye Ru's previous poem only had two lines, making it very difficult to understand the whole thing. But now, it seems to have been written in one go, leaving people full of praise.
"Wonderful! The last two lines of this poem describe the scenery, discuss the topic, and express emotions at the same time, making the poem both rich and philosophical. The word 'not afraid' has a powerful and unstoppable momentum, expressing Ye Anshou's courage and determination to not be afraid of evil."
Xie Ming clapped his hands, his eyes clear as ever, and then praised them endlessly. However, as the crowd's reactions became more and more intense, the King of Jin's face grew increasingly grim.
He was also a well-read person; otherwise, he would never have been able to become an emperor.
"Yes, these verses are more profound than those written by other literati, and even a scholar who passed the imperial examinations probably couldn't write such verses."
One of the civil officials exclaimed in admiration, seemingly oblivious to the ugly expression on the face of the King of Jin.
After writing the last word, Ye Ru seemed oblivious to the praise from others, and then wrote the title:
Climbing Feilai Peak
"Chief Ye, have you ever climbed Feilai Peak? When did you climb it? I've never heard of it before."
Seemingly having thought of something, Xie Ming asked in confusion.
These days, Ye Ru has been reading and practicing calligraphy, and hasn't left the house at all.
"I went there when I was a child. My elders had visited the State of Jin when I was young, so I had climbed Feilai Peak before. I was moved by what I saw back then, but I'm putting it to use today."
Ye Ru replied with a smile. Although he didn't have a good impression of others, he was somewhat grateful to Xie Ming.
After all, if Xie Ming hadn't intervened, he would probably have become a dead soul in the hands of Shi Tianze and that eclectic Confucian scholar.
"I see."
Xie Ming stopped talking and just stared at the Xuan paper on which the poem was written.
"Does Lord Xie find this poem interesting? I may present it to you as a gift."
Seeing Xie Ming's expression, Ye Ru understood something, and on a sudden inspiration, he said.
With Xie Ming's help here, his chances of success in this matter would likely be greatly increased.
"Oh?"
Xie Ming was stunned. This poem was worth at least ten thousand taels of silver, and it was just given to him like that?
"What? Does Lord Xie think my poem is not well written?"
With a flick of his sleeve, Ye Ru sent the Xuan paper fluttering lightly to Xie Ming's side.
Seemingly understanding Ye Ru's meaning, Xie Ming carefully put away the poem, suppressed his excitement, and nodded, saying:
"Thank you very much."
Everyone looked at Xie Ming with jealousy, which made Xie Ming feel a little embarrassed.
"Your Majesty, I have written this poem, and it seems to have received a good response. I wonder if Your Majesty would be willing to allow me to take these heroic souls back?"
Ye Ru turned to the Jin king, whose face was grim, and said.
"Yes, Your Majesty, Ye Ru has traveled a long way to my Jin Kingdom, and as agreed, he participated in the Jin Kingdom's Scholars' Gathering. Moreover, he lived up to expectations, defeating Ghost Scholar and Bei Ming, who attempted to kill my human scholars, in the gathering. According to the reward, he should be richly ennobled."
At this moment, a civil official clasped his hands in a fist salute to the ruler of Jin and said...
"Well then, let's settle this matter as it is. Three days from now, I will bathe to pray for the souls of the fallen heroes, and you will also come to the sacrificial altar on the day of the ceremony. How does that sound?"
The ruler of Jin thought for a moment, and then spoke.
However, no one saw the murderous intent that flashed across the eyes of the King of Jin.
"That's wonderful, thank you very much."
Ye Ru bowed to the King of Jin, but he was not at ease. He knew that this matter would not be completed so easily.
If the ruler of Jin allows those 100,000 heroic souls to return, it would be tantamount to acknowledging what they did back then.
This is something that an emperor could never admit.
"That's good. Let's adjourn the court. Lord Guo, you stay behind. I need to ask you about the situation on the northwestern border."
The King of Jin waved his hand, and everyone took their leave, leaving only Guo Chaoxian and the King of Jin in the entire hall.
What's your opinion on this?
The smile on the face of the King of Jin slowly faded, finally turning extremely gloomy. Then he slammed his hand on the table:
"This boy is far too arrogant, showing such contempt for me on my own territory in Jin!"
"Your Majesty, please calm your anger. Why don't we send soldiers to kill this boy during the sacrificial ceremony?"
Guo Chaoxian asked tentatively.
He knew what the ruler of Jin was thinking, and how badly Jin's reputation would be damaged once this matter spread among the ten states.
"That's not appropriate. Putting aside the fact that he has three guards of the Grand Scholar level, even he himself could go toe-to-toe with a Great Confucian scholar."
'If we act rashly like this, we'll only provoke Ye Ru into a desperate act.'
The ruler of Jin calmed down and then spoke slowly.
"I've heard that the Historians and the Miscellaneous Scholars have a grudge against Ye Ru. We might as well gather their people together. That way, we can hold off the three Grand Secretaries, and then Ye Ru will be no threat."
Guo Chaoxian rolled his eyes and said.
"Well, that's fine. We'll find an excuse to secretly get rid of Ye Ru later."
"This child is far too dangerous. I cannot rest easy until he is eliminated."
The ruler of Jin sighed, a murderous intent flashing across his face.
……
"Master Ye, take care."
As Ye Ru was leaving the palace, a familiar voice called out to him from behind.
"Lord Xie, what urgent matter is it?"
Ye Ru stopped and turned around with a smile.
Xie Ming looked at Ye Ru with a serious expression, then tentatively asked:
"Logically speaking, as a subject of the Jin state, I shouldn't be too close to you. However, I am first and foremost a human scholar. I just want to ask you, are you sure you want to go to the altar in three days?"
Seeing Xie Ming's serious expression, Ye Ru pondered for a moment, a resolute glint in his eyes, and said:
"go with!"