Seeing Li Donglai's excited expression, Gong Jing smiled and shook her head.

"Since you're so worried, why not just ask?"

"Given Lin Rui's personality, he will definitely tell you."

To put it bluntly, it's because I can't let go of my pride.

"A typical case of being so concerned with saving face that it leads to suffering."

"Also, from now on, keep your business schemes to yourself when dealing with Lin Rui."

"I'm ashamed for you trying to outsmart such an innocent child."

When Gong Jing pointed it out, Li Donglai blushed, but pretended not to know.

Li Donglai has never admitted his mistakes in his life, though he knows how to correct them.

"Okay, let's not talk about it anymore."

"But then again, I originally just wanted to trick them into giving me a matching couplet."

"Wow, there's an even bigger surprise coming!"

"I really didn't expect to be tricked into producing the most extraordinary poem in the world!"

"This kid is always so idle. If you don't give him a push, you won't know how deep he is."

Seeing Li Donglai's excited expression, Gong Jing felt both annoyed and amused.

She knew her husband's character all too well.

Right now, they're probably plotting something to give Lin Rui another thrill.

That idea is a bit unethical.

When it comes to taking advantage of customers, you can't just target one source, right?

How deep?

Gong Jing asked casually.

I thought this was a simple and easy question.

But as soon as the words were spoken, both Gong Jing and Li Donglai fell silent.

Just now, an absurd idea popped into the minds of the couple.

Unfathomable!

…

Lin Rui left the hotel early the next morning.

I casually bought two sesame seed cakes and a bowl of soy milk from a street vendor, then squatted down to watch the monkey show.

What impressed him most about this Mid-Autumn Poetry Competition was not so-and-so's excellent poems, nor so-and-so's handsome men and beautiful women.

In Lin Rui's eyes, neither poetry nor men and women could compare to these monkeys in front of him.

For this reason, he named the three little monkeys Ah Da, Ah Er, and Ah San.

Of course, there are also folk cultures in the area such as cricket fighting, cockfighting, and even dog fighting.

However, that thing looked too bloody, so Lin Rui wasn't very interested.

"Mr. Lin, your godfather invites you to lunch."

Chen Bin appeared beside Lin Rui without anyone noticing.

Chen Bin was dressed rather shabbily today.

This formed a stark contrast with Lin Rui, who was dressed in splendid attire.

Seeing Lin Rui nod, Chen Bin left immediately.

Not far away, a dark-skinned middle-aged man sitting in a teahouse watched Chen Bin leave.

At this moment, he felt a little envious of Chen Bin.

After the incident at the No. 1 Restaurant in the World, he gained a completely new understanding of Lin Rui.

He also fully understood why Li Donglai had arranged for Chen Bin to be by Lin Rui's side.

This is simply a moving literary treasure!

No, compared to literature, Lin Rui's achievements in art are even greater!

A gem of the arts!

Noon.

Having thoroughly enjoyed the monkey show, Lin Rui arrived at the Purple Cloud Painting Boat.

It is still that one and only multi-story ship.

But this time, only Lin Rui and Li Donglai were seated.

Looking at the sumptuous feast before him, Lin Rui chuckled to himself.

Luckily I ate little this morning, otherwise, how could I have the stomach to splurge on this meal?

"There are no outsiders here, so please eat if you want."

Li Donglai poured himself a glass of wine with interest, then looked at Lin Rui: "Have a drink with your uncle?"

Seeing that Lin Rui was engrossed in his work and didn't pay any attention to him, Li Donglai smiled slightly.

After taking a couple of sips, he gently put down his glass.

"In this year's Mid-Autumn Poetry Competition, Yan Zhenhui has taken the expression of emotion to the extreme."

"Last night, Wen Qingsong came up with another ingenious idea, using the moon to express his aspirations and pray for the common people."

"As for the others, they don't matter. The only one we need to consider is Su Banshan, who hasn't yet made his move."

"Lin Rui, have you decided what to write yet?"

"After all, time is running out."

Li Donglai may seem casual, but in fact, he is quite anxious.

"It was written a long time ago."

Without even looking up, Lin Rui casually pulled a wad of paper from his pocket and tossed it to Li Donglai.

Then, they started eating again.

Compared to the topics Li Donglai discussed, the delicious food in front of him was more appealing to Lin Rui.

Looking at the crumpled piece of paper, Li Donglai felt both annoyed and amused.

As soon as it was gently unfolded, the smile on his face froze instantly.

The next second, his pupils contracted even more sharply!

a long time.

When he looked up again, his gaze towards Lin Rui was filled with horror.