After a sigh, Tang Huan agreed.
Wang Jingze said with a joyful expression, "Thank you for your kindness, sir. I will express my gratitude on behalf of my friend."
"It's alright. I'm also very curious about the charm of the talented men and women in the capital. You've given me an opportunity."
"It's not that I'm giving you the opportunity, it's that you're giving us the opportunity. I don't know how many people want to see you in person."
Wang Jingze was overjoyed when the invitation was successfully negotiated.
He couldn't wait to spread the news immediately.
However, even if I don't do that, with me and Lei Yan hosting, many people will still come to the poetry gathering.
The sons of two high-ranking officials still have considerable influence.
"However, with Lord Tang participating, it will only attract more people, perhaps even surpassing the grandeur of previous poetry gatherings..."
Wang Jingze thought to himself.
It is said that the most lively poetry gathering that year attracted the attention of the entire capital, and the entire Qiankun Lake was crowded with people, with almost no place to stand.
Even the restaurants by the lake were all full, with people vying to see what was happening.
That time, it was a poetry gathering personally initiated by the late emperor when he was young. Among the participants were Wang Jingze's father and the then prime minister Cui Renshi, who is now a minister in the court. They all showed their faces at that time.
It's a pity that such a grand occasion has never been seen again in all these years.
This is not only because Daqing has slightly declined in poetry and literature in recent years, but also because the people are in a state of panic due to years of war. Under such circumstances, many people have given up poetry and literature and chosen to take up military service in order to contribute to Daqing.
Under such circumstances, the atmosphere of poetry and literature in the capital was also affected.
This is something that can't be helped; it's a situation that can't be changed by one person alone.
"Your Majesty, news has come from the city that Tang Huan has accepted the invitation to the poetry gathering three days from now."
The chief eunuch Li Lianying stood there with his back bent, his face calm and expressionless, making it impossible to tell what he thought about the situation.
"A poetry gathering?"
Wu Lanxi put down her brush and looked up at Li Lianying.
"Yes, it's not uncommon for the younger generation to hold several poetry gatherings every year. This time, the poetry gathering in three days will be held by Lei Yan, Wang Jingze, and others, and many scholars have already accepted the invitation."
Wu Lanxi was naturally aware of the poetry gathering. She paid close attention to it when she first ascended the throne, hoping that several more talented individuals would emerge in Daqing.
Unfortunately, the so-called masterpieces that circulated at each poetry gathering were nothing special in Wu Lanxi's eyes, and she was always quite disappointed.
Over the years, Wu Lanxi has stopped paying much attention to it.
It's just a bit of a shame about that.
"Tang Huan also understands poetry?" Wu Lanxi asked curiously.
Li Lianying shook his head, "This servant does not know."
"Really? Aren't you and Tang Huan quite close?" Wu Lanxi asked casually.
Li Lianying immediately panicked and said, "Your Majesty, you have misunderstood me. My interactions with Lord Tang were all on official business. Besides, in Qihuai County, Tang Huan deliberately instructed the people to cause trouble for me. I resent him too much to even think about it."
"That's good..."
Li Lianying quietly wiped the sweat from his forehead.
His relationship with Tang Huan wasn't particularly good, but it wasn't bad either.
After all, Tang Huan may seem unreliable, but he is very good at getting things done and has already given Li Lianying silver notes several times in private.
The denomination was larger than that of some high-ranking officials, showing Li Lianying considerable respect.
Under these circumstances, Li Lianying would naturally prefer to get closer to Tang Huan.
"As far as I know, it was Lei Yan who first invited Lord Tang to the poetry gathering."
"Oh?" Wu Lanxi pictured a restless young man, Lei Yan, whom she had met several years ago. "Didn't he just have a little conflict with Tang Huan? Why would he suddenly invite Tang Huan to the poetry gathering?"
"In my humble opinion, this is not a good thing. I'm afraid they're just trying to embarrass Lord Tang."
"Do you think Tang Huan wouldn't be able to tell?"
If even Li Lianying could see the problem, Tang Huan certainly couldn't possibly miss it.
That person is incredibly shrewd.
Li Lianying said with a wry smile, "Lord Tang did know that there was something fishy about this, so he directly refused Lei Yan's invitation. However, Wang Jingze suddenly took the initiative to come to his door to invite him, and then rumors spread that Lord Tang would attend the poetry gathering."
"Was it Wang Jingze who invited you?"
Li Lianying nodded, "That's right. Moreover, once the rumors spread, many scholars seemed to suddenly become interested. Judging from their current behavior, this poetry gathering will be much larger in scale."
Wu Lanxi snorted coldly upon hearing this.
"No matter how large the scale, can it find me a truly talented person? Every time it's just mediocre work, unworthy of my attention."
The only person who gives us something to look forward to is Tang Huan.
But Wu Lanxi knew that Tang Huan was smart and led Qihuai County out of poverty, developing all sorts of amazing things and forming a huge industry.
But is Tang Huan really talented?
His talent may have already been demonstrated in comic books and novels, the content of which is certainly eye-catching, but there is not much talent in them.
At least, it doesn't offer much of an advantage at poetry gatherings.
"Never mind, this matter cannot be forced." Wu Lanxi sighed. "Please take good care of things now, Eunuch Li."
Li Lianying said solemnly, "Understood. After the poetry gathering, this servant will send the best poems here for Your Majesty to review."
"Go down."
Wu Lanxi didn't have much hope for this.
This is because she wanted to see someone stand out at the poetry gathering.
Only when one person appears can a second and a third appear.
This is what the Daqing court needs now; only in this way can it be updated and iterated, allowing Daqing to develop in a better direction.
It's just a pity...
The empress didn't care, but things were different in the capital.
News of the poetry gathering spread within hours, and by evening it was common knowledge.
"Tang Huan wants to attend the poetry gathering? Doesn't he realize this is a trap set by Lei Yan for him? If he breaks a cup as a signal, he might lose his life..."
Some people shared what they had read in the novel during this period, suspecting that Tang Huan might become a plot point in the story.
“No matter how bold Lei Yan is, he wouldn’t dare to do such a thing in the capital. There are so many people watching Tang Huan now. If something happens at the poetry gathering, Lei Yan will be in deep trouble.”
"That's right, that's right. So many scholars are going to participate. Doing this in front of those people, isn't the Lei family afraid of being infamous for eternity?"
"But, does Lord Tang really know how to write poetry?"
One question silenced everyone.
Inside the restaurant, the guests at several tables fell silent.
No one has an answer to this question because they don't know enough about Tang Huan and don't know if he can write poetry.
But the more this is the case, the more curious people become.
At the same time, similar events were unfolding in various parts of the capital, including the residences of high-ranking officials such as the Minister's Mansion and the Prime Minister's Mansion.
People eagerly anticipate the poetry gathering three days from now.
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