In order to save time, the first session for male and female guests starts at the same time, with a time limit of half an incense stick.

After Prince Duan and Princess Showa drew lots, they decided that the man would have the word "chrysanthemum" as his theme and the woman would have the word "moon" as her theme.

None of them are difficult, but it is not easy to write something new and profound.

Those who took part in the competition stood in front of a table. Prince Duan had already ordered people to prepare writing brushes, ink, paper and inkstone.

Others were much freer, chatting and strolling around, enjoying the beautiful scenery of Prince Duan's Mansion.

Shen Shuyi brought Yuping and Jinzhu, and while admiring the chrysanthemums with most people, he observed everyone in the field calmly.

Among the men, Shen Jing'an joined in, and Wang Xiao was also rushed over by Master Wang to join in the fun. In addition, Feng Bochang, whom Shen Shuyi recognized, was also there.

Feng Bochang was the man Shen Jingzhen wanted to marry in her previous life. He looked handsome and heroic, but he had some unspeakable quirks in some aspects.

In her previous life, she thought Shen Jingzhen loved her sincerely and tried her best to stop this marriage.

I never thought that she would hate me because of this.

Shen Shuyi withdrew his gaze and continued to look around. The second young master of the Duke of Cheng's Mansion, the illegitimate son of the Chai family, the son of the Junior Secretary of the Guanglu Temple, the young master of the General Zhenping's Mansion, the son of the Marquis Zhangping's Mansion and others all came out to participate.

Of course, because it has been so long, there are many people that Shen Shuyi can no longer remember.

But don't worry, she will get used to it slowly.

"Cousin, who do you think has a better chance of winning?" Zhao Xueqing walked to Shen Shuyi's side and spoke in a gentle voice.

Shen Shuyi turned to look at her, and seeing that her eyes were fixed on the woman, he said softly, "Princess Hanyang is here too, who else can compete with her?"

Shen Shuyi didn't pay much attention to the woman, mainly because no one from the Shen family came out and there was no one who interested her.

On the men's side, it was quite lively.

Zhao Xueqing calmly handed a light yellow sachet to Shen Shuyi and said softly, "My brother is not convenient to come over and talk to you, so let me pass it to you."

Shen Shuyi curled her lips and said, "Thank you, cousin. Why didn't you try it yourself?"

Zhao Xueqing's eyes were filled with desolation. "With the current status of the Qingyuan Marquis's Mansion, if I rank too high, it would be considered as ungrateful, and if I rank too low, it would be a disgrace to myself, so why bother to join in the fun?"

Shen Shuyi was not surprised by her answer and said gently, "It won't take too long, cousin, don't worry."

Zhao Xueqing was stunned for a few seconds, her eyes fell on Shen Shuyi's face. She felt that even though they had only met a few times, it seemed difficult to see panic and anxiety on her face.

Whether it was consolation or something else, Zhao Xueqing wanted to say, "Thank you."

Shen Shuyi smiled at her before turning around, his eyes inevitably resting on a maid not far away.

The maid's clothes were obviously more exquisite than those of ordinary maids, and were no less attractive than those of many illegitimate daughters of officials present.

What attracted Shen Shuyi's attention was the cat in her arms.

With green eyes, snow-white hair and a chubby face, he looks both arrogant and cute.

Zhao Xueqing followed her line of sight and whispered, "That's Princess Hanyang's cat. Princess Hanyang likes cats. Prince Duan's mansion has five or six cats. Each one is extremely valuable and is taken care of by a special person."

Hearing this, Shen Shuyi chuckled, then suddenly understood, and his clear eyes darkened.

It turned out to be the case.

This is Qin Xuerong's idea. Wow, what a vicious plan.

"Thank you for telling me, cousin." Shen Shuyi said with a smile, and then turned with her and walked towards the center of the banquet.

Halfway through the time, many people have already started writing.

But at this moment, Shen Jingan did not move for a long time, as if he could not make up his mind.

It is naturally easy to write about chrysanthemums. Throughout history, there are countless poems about chrysanthemums.

But it is too difficult to become famous and shine by doing this.

Shen Jingan knew that his talent and knowledge were limited, and although what he wrote could be considered good, it was difficult to win the first prize...

Shen Shuyi stood not far away, watching his reaction, the smile on his lips deepened.

Jinzhu took two steps forward and whispered in Shen Shuyi's ear: "The young master took the servant to the forest, and seemed to be looking for the grandson of Prince Duan."

Shen Shuyi didn't say anything, but felt that it was getting more and more lively.

Soon, half an incense stick of time was up.

Because it was just entertainment, the rules were not strict. Prime Minister Wu smiled and said, "Which young master would like to come and help out first?"

Immediately, Song Huaan, the second son of Duke Cheng's mansion, stepped forward and said, "Please enlighten me, Prime Minister."

"it is good!"

After saying this, Song Hua'an asked someone to present the paper, and he began to recite in public.

"To recall the blooming flowers of Chang'an, I have planted them all over the garden.

Don’t laugh at the green color of the red orchid, it once brought wine to Longshan.”

As he finished speaking, Wu Chengxiang stroked his graying beard, shook his head and said, "Great! Young Master Song is so talented at such a young age. He is truly a young hero!"

The group of people also started to applaud, and Duke Chengguo's face also showed some joy.

Shen Shuyi took a look at the man in front of him. Yes, this man was Xiao Tingshan’s legitimate younger brother, or the real legitimate son of the Chengguo Mansion.

After Duke Chengguo married his second wife, Xiao Tingshan's days in Duke Chengguo's mansion became difficult, and his half-brother, who wanted to inherit the title, was eyeing him covetously.

Shen Shuyi had fought with Song Hua'an and his mother many times in his previous life. In this life, his former enemy can actually become a helper.

Tsk, things in this world are really interesting.

Shen Shuyi clapped his hands along with everyone else, his mind racing.

"Golden beads."

Jinzhu took a step forward and whispered, "Miss."

Shen Shuyi whispered in her ear: "Tell your brother to find Jiang Li and send a message to Lady Chengguo, saying that Song Tingshan has been looking for the whereabouts of 'Ghost Doctor Liancheng'. If he can get the help of the ghost doctor, his stubborn illness can be cured."

"Yes."

As the saying goes, the enemy of your enemy is your friend.

Now, the Chengguo Mansion still doesn't know Xiao Tingshan's identity and has been treating him harshly. She just wants to take advantage of this situation to cause some trouble for Xiao Tingshan.

Next, Feng Bochang came on stage.

When it was Feng Bochang's turn, Shen Shuyi clearly noticed that Shen Jingzhen's eyes lit up.

She stood in the front row among the female members, and the admiration in her eyes was self-evident.

"The thin flesh and weak bones spread the delicate flowers, and the golden stamens spread the flowing clouds.

If you want to know the medicine that delays aging and prolongs life, look for the flowers that bloom when all the grasses are withered. "

As soon as the poem came out, the crowd's cheers rang out again. Shen Jingzhen's cheeks flushed, as if she was the one being praised.

On the other side, Shen Jingan's palms were sweating profusely and he was very nervous.

These poems are all quite good. He bears the title of the most talented man in the capital in vain. If he cannot surpass him, he will be laughed at and thought to be unworthy of the title.

What's more, the two people in front of him were only of average quality in poetry, and his biggest rival was the son of the Chief Censor.

This man is a man of profound talent and was as famous as Shen Shuhan back then, but he is two years younger than Shen Shuhan and is the same age as himself.

If there is a scientific examination next year, this person will be my biggest opponent!

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