Time Travel: Did My Sister-in-Law Get Slapped in the Face Today?

Maids were not allowed to enter the study, so Yue Ran waited outside.

As soon as Li Lan entered, he saw Lin Ruoshi already sitting obediently. He was a little nervous and was silently reciting the poem that Li Lan had given him.

Li Lan couldn't help but chuckle slightly, as if she were seeing those underachieving students in her past life facing questions from their teachers.

He sat down calmly.

Master Cen entered the study hall quickly, but he was a little late today. After entering, he apologized, "I was talking with some old friends today and arrived a little late. I apologize for the lateness of the hour!"

As he spoke, he actually bowed slightly to Li Lan and Lin Ruoshi.

Li Lan and Lin Ruoshi hurriedly stood up to return the greeting.

But after apologizing, Master Cen asked seriously, "Have you all thought about the questions I left you yesterday?"

"Li Lan, do you have any ideas?"

He had no hope for Lin Ruoshi, but felt that Li Lan still had some potential.

Li Lan stood up and said, "After much thought, I have come up with a clumsy poem. Please, Master, give me your critique!"

After saying that, Li Lan spoke:

"After a fresh rain in the empty mountains, the weather turns autumnal in the evening. The bright moon shines between the pines, and a clear spring flows over the rocks."

This poem is a famous piece in its entirety, but Li Lan only recited half of it before ending the poem.

In his opinion, it was enough to just appease Master Cen; there was no need to show off too much. After all, his most important task now was to conceal his abilities, and being too conspicuous would probably cause more trouble!

Master Cen listened with great interest, nodding repeatedly and saying, "This poem is wonderful! There is poetry in the painting, and painting in the poetry. It's a pity that it's only these four lines; it's not a complete work. What a pity!"

In his old eyes, he admired Li Lan even more.

He was a renowned scholar, a towering figure, and could discern a person's true character and ability at a glance. This made him increasingly aware that Li Lan indeed possessed considerable talent.

Given time and proper guidance, he might very well carve out a place for himself in the literary world.

Li Lan was quite surprised. His poem was copied from "Mountain Dwelling" by Wang Wei, a great poet of the Tang Dynasty. The world's comment on Wang Wei is that "there is painting in poetry and poetry in painting." Master Cen only heard four lines and he had already grasped the essence of it. It can be seen that Master Cen is indeed a man of great talent and learning!

"Ruoshi, why don't you give it a try?"

Master Cen was in a good mood and looked at Lin Ruoshi.

Lin Ruoshi was quite nervous and immediately recited: "Last year in the first month, the flower market was as bright as day. The moon rose above the willow tips, and we made a date after dusk. This year on the Lantern Festival, the flower market is still bright. But the person from last year is gone, and tears wet my spring robe sleeves."

His voice trembled, but after listening, Master Cen fell silent, remaining speechless for a long time. His old eyes seemed to be stirred by the poem, and he suddenly sighed softly: "What a beautiful line, 'The moon rises above the willow branches, a rendezvous after dusk'; what a beautiful line, 'The person from last year is gone, tears wet my spring robe sleeves'..."

He stared directly at Lin Ruoshi, then suddenly said coldly, "You brat, where did you copy these poems from! How dare you deceive this old man?!"

Needless to say, the poem is exquisite in its meter and rhyme. The skill in choosing words and refining phrases, expressing emotions with such intensity and ease, is something that could not have been written without profound skill!

Lin Ruoshi's body went limp, and he almost knelt down, but remembering Li Lan's instructions from yesterday, he hurriedly forced himself to say, "Reporting to the Master, this poem... was indeed written by Ruoshi himself!"

“Three years ago, I fell in love with a courtesan at the lantern market. However, my father was too strict and made me break off our relationship. When I went to find her again, I learned that she had committed suicide. I am heartbroken whenever I think of this. Until yesterday, when my teacher was lecturing on poetry, I got very drunk and wrote this poem.”

These sales pitches were all taught to me by Li Lan!

Lin Ruoshi's palms were sweating.

Master Cen was taken aback upon hearing this.

He had heard that Lin Ruoshi was a playboy and dissolute young man, but he never expected that Lin Ruoshi would have such a deep affection for him.

Li Lan couldn't help but speak up to help out, saying, "Master, I don't know much about poetry, but this poem sounds quite good. If it were written by someone else, it would have already spread far and wide."

Upon hearing this, Master Cen couldn't help but nod. Indeed, this poem was absolutely wonderful. If it had been written by someone else, it would probably have already spread throughout the capital. As a literary giant, how could he not know about it?

"It is rare to find someone who is truly moved by their feelings."

Master Cen nodded and said with emotion, "Ruoshi, sit down. This poem alone is enough to show that you are not a naturally dull person, but rather have a bit of inspiration that needs to be expressed! Not bad, not bad!"

Although he had always taught Lin Ruoshi with all his heart, he had always thought that Lin Ruoshi was a stubborn rock and rotten wood, and that he was probably beyond redemption. But today's poem changed his mind completely!

Upon hearing this, Lin Ruoshi's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, immediately settled down, and he was extremely excited.

I was actually praised by Master Cen?

This was unprecedented! At this moment, he felt as if he had drunk fine wine, and a strange confidence spread throughout his body. He subconsciously straightened his back!

"I will be entering the palace tomorrow to participate in drafting this year's grand examination papers, so today is my last lesson for you..."

After checking the homework, Master Cen continued to speak. He patiently and earnestly imparted various kinds of knowledge, but he never mentioned anything about this year's major exam.

Li Lan couldn't help but be slightly impressed; Master Cen was indeed a man of both talent and integrity.

Soon, Master Cen finished his lesson and went to see Lin Zheng and Madam Lin.

"Brother Lan, you are my brother. From today onwards, you are my brother!"

As soon as Master Cen left, Lin Ruoshi immediately ran to Li Lan, he was so excited.

Since Master Cen began teaching him, he had been constantly criticized, but today, he finally experienced the joy of being praised. This feeling was even better than going to a brothel to find the top courtesan!

Li Lan understood that eating, drinking, and having fun were ultimately low-level pleasures, while the joy derived from self-realization and self-transcendence was the true bliss of the world... Although Lin Ruoshi did not possess genuine talent and learning, this feeling was still enough to make him feel elated.

When Li Lan gave him this poem yesterday, he foresaw today's situation. Li Lan knew that he could handle an ordinary poem for Lin Ruoshi, but it wouldn't be enough to impress Lin Ruoshi!

Only when Lin Ruoshi experiences this kind of joy will he be completely devoted to Li Lan!

"What did you call me?"

Li Lan asked with a leisurely smile.

"Brother-in-law!"

Lin Ruoshi exclaimed without hesitation, "Come on, brother-in-law, let me treat you to a drink!"

Li Lan was overjoyed; these were exactly the words she had been waiting for!

He's spiritually depleted right now!

……

"Thank you, Master!"

In the reception room, Lin Zheng politely addressed Master Cen.

"General, you're too kind."

Master Cen also said politely, "General, before we part, I have one more thing to say."

Lin Zhengdao said, "Please speak, Master."

"Although your son is a playboy, he has a genuine nature and is not a stubborn block. In addition, your son-in-law is also a promising talent. Neither of these young men should be wasted. After I enter the palace, General Lin should ask other great scholars to help guide him. In time, they will surely become great talents!"

Master Cen was extremely serious.

Lin Zheng was stunned for a moment.

Who is Master Cen? How could he praise Lin Ruoshi and Li Lan so highly?

"Your son's poem today is enough to make him famous throughout the capital..."

Master Cen couldn't help but stroke his beard again. After all, he was his student, and he was proud that his student could produce such a famous line.

Master Cen suddenly realized what Tie Poshan had said, and his heart was filled with mixed feelings.

This Li Lan... is truly extraordinary!

He didn't point it out, thanked Master Cen again, and politely saw Master Cen out.

"According to Master Cen, it seems that you, young master, will also become famous..."

Iron-broken Mountain Road.

"Good thing."

Lin Zheng smiled slightly and said, "In this way, the entire court will know that my children have indeed given up martial arts and entered the useless literary world, having only a reputation. Your Majesty should be more at ease!"

Tie Poshan said, "Young master... you underestimated him."

His expression was rather complicated; this reputation should have belonged to Li Lan...

Lin Zheng nodded and said, "It would be good if he could gain a foothold in the literary world and live a stable life in the future."

Should we tell Madam about this?

"Just say that Ruoshi wrote the poem herself, to make her happy, since she's not in good health."

Lin Zhengdao.

……

Shortly after.

"My dear son!"

Xu Yanrong was overjoyed when she heard Master Cen's comments on Lin Ruoshi, and praised Lin Ruoshi highly!

Lin Ruoshi sat in front of his mother, feeling somewhat embarrassed!

Tie Poshan smiled and said, "I heard that this poem was written by the young master and the son-in-law while they were drinking. The son-in-law is also quite talented. The two of them can verify each other's work and improve together. It's really perfect."

Lin Ruoshi also said, "Yes, this poem... my brother-in-law has also been of some help to me!"

Upon hearing this, Xu Yanrong nodded in agreement. Lin Ruoshi had indeed been quite foolish in the past, but now that Li Lan had arrived, he had performed so well!

It seems that his bad friends had ruined his son before, but once he changed his friends, everything changed!

"Send some of these candied fruits to your son-in-law."

Xu Yanrong said with a smile.

Taking this opportunity, Lin Ruoshi said, "Mom, my brother-in-law likes to drink Qingyun Wine, and I like it too. Can we drink some?"

How could Xu Yanrong refuse? She said, "As long as you become successful, I'll give you whatever you want to drink!"

……

And at this time.

Outside the Lin Mansion.

In a certain restaurant.

Why didn't Li Lan die?

A cold voice asked.

A woman knelt on the ground and said, "I really did poison him, I really don't know why he's still alive..."

"I intended to continue poisoning him, but recently the mansion has become very heavily guarded, and I haven't had the chance..."

But the cold voice said, "This person was able to find the key to the secret message. I'm not at ease if he's alive... I need to find an opportunity to kill him. What has he been up to lately at the Lin residence?"

“He has been getting very close to Lin Ruoshi lately, and the two often drink together.”

"drink wine?"

……

Lin House.

Lin Ruoshi brought the remaining two jars of Qingyun Wine to Li Lan!

"Brother-in-law, let me fill your cup!"

Lin Ruoshi was truly happy. Lin Zheng was very strict with his family, and his two older sisters were both too amazing. Only he was useless, so he was always very humble at home. But today, he could finally hold his head high!

Therefore, his attitude towards Li Lan completely changed.

Li Lan smiled and drank repeatedly to increase the spiritual energy within his body!

"Young Master Ruoshi, the son of Vice Minister Liu has sent a letter inviting you to Zuiyue Tower tomorrow to drink Qingyun wine."

At that moment, a servant came and delivered a letter.

……