Chapter 96 Palindrome
Lu Shuyi then stepped in to stop them, as these topics were meaningless at the moment.
"Everyone knows the life story of Princess Chaoyang, so let's not discuss it here. If you think her personal morality is questionable, that's not my business."
Her words seemed to confirm that Gu Ruanci was indeed a bad person, but it was just not convenient for her to intervene.
Gu Ruanci smiled gently. This princess was really going after her.
The reason is that the eldest brother didn't want her at the beginning?
She smiled sarcastically and said, "That's right. After all, it was because our dynasty ruled the world with filial piety that the Emperor spared Old Madam Zhang and Old Marquis Ye due to their advanced age. Why are their descendants now so anxious to remind me of what my mother went through? Miss Ye, let me remind you that you came from your mother's womb, not your grandfather."
"If one day you could go through what I went through, and see your mother die with regret, and still happily return to recognize your ancestors, then I would respect you as a group of animals."
Gu Ruanci didn't expect Lu Shuyi to speak for him, so he just cursed.
"You are so uneducated!"
Lu Wenxue made an accusation, but she couldn't say anything else.
"Just shut up, why are you everywhere?"
This time, Lu Hanyue didn't hold back and directly retorted to her.
Afterwards, she said to Lu Shuyi, "Royal sister, why are you talking about such unhappy topics at such a nice banquet? Let's just play the game we planned beforehand."
Only after Lu Hanyue forced the change of venue could the banquet continue.
After being scolded, Lu Wenxue felt aggrieved, but since the other party was the second princess, she could do nothing about it.
When she heard Lu Shuyi say that everyone would recite poetry to liven up the atmosphere, she became excited again.
Gu Ruanci, the country girl, must not understand these things.
"That's great. We kept dwelling on the past just now, embarrassing Princess Chaoyang. I suggest that we do it first this time, as a demonstration for her, and then she can just do the finale."
Her intention to embarrass Gu Ruanci was obvious.
"That's fine too. After all, Princess Chaoyang has never received such training before."
Some people began to agree and follow Lu Wenxue's opinion.
"In that case, I will give you a topic. It's a gentle breeze and drizzle, and the flowers are bright and the willows are green. After all, the plum blossom season has passed. Why don't you all write a few poems on the theme of plum blossoms and learn from each other?"
It was obvious that Lu Shuyi had thought of the topic a long time ago.
Just as she finished speaking, she heard Lu Wenxue say, "Cousin, let me go first..."
Lu Shuyi did not object and said, "Of course you can, but try to make it as simple as possible, otherwise the Princess of Chaoyang County may not be able to learn it."
Gu Ruanci smiled softly and responded, "Grand Princess, there's no need to accommodate me. Those who know that County Lady Mingyue is taking care of me, while those who don't know would think that her abilities are limited..."
Lu Wenxue was provoked again, but she managed to adjust her mindset and walked out confidently. She pretended to be lost in thought for a moment before picking up her pen and writing a few lines on paper: "I am trapped in a forest of ice and snow, surrounded by peaches and plums, a strange mixture of fragrant dust. Suddenly, a night of fragrance spreads, bringing spring to the world."
"Beautiful calligraphy, beautiful poetry..."
Someone immediately started to flatter her. Although Lu Wenxue was willful, she had received extensive academic training since childhood, especially in writing, and had been scolded by her teacher many times.
She listened to everyone's praise and felt proud. When she looked at Gu Ruanci, she tried her best not to show that she was gloating.
"Princess Chaoyang, please think about it first. If you figure it out, I can help you write the words you don't know how to write."
"No, it's just a poem. I've already thought of it."
Gu Ruanci didn't leave any suspense until the end, she really didn't have the patience.
Instead of letting them be arrogant and then get slapped in the face at the end, it is better to let them suppress their arrogance from the beginning.
Even Wu Yixuan was confused. She had originally thought of a method and wanted to teach it to Gu Runci, but before she could take action, Gu Runci volunteered.
"I'm not very knowledgeable, and I haven't had the pleasure of consulting a master or a teacher like everyone here has, so I'll just throw out some ideas to spark discussion."
After saying that, she took the brush from the bewildered Lu Wenxue and said, "Please move aside."
Lu Wenxue didn't even object and simply stepped aside.
While Lu Wenxue was writing a poem, Gu Ruanci had already thought of the lyrics.
Everyone was very curious to see whether she could write and compose poetry.
Many people opened their eyes wide when they saw the authentic Slender Gold style written by Gu Ruanci.
Even Wu Yixuan and Chen Suyue never knew that Gu Runci could write such beautiful characters.
Looking at what Gu Ruanci wrote, everyone couldn't help but read it out loud.
"Fragrant fragrance lingers around the window screen, half obscured by sparse shadows. Frosted branches stand upright, and the jade tree blooms. Thin smoke hangs by the water, and the moon shines through the gap in the wall. The fragrant plum blossoms enjoy a simple and elegant atmosphere, and accompany clear tea all day long."
"This poem Soft Words seems to have some mystery..." Wu Yixuan always had a strange feeling when observing it.
Chen Suyue felt the same way, but couldn't express it.
Lu Wenxue was unwilling to be outdone: "I didn't expect that the Princess of Chaoyang County was so well-hidden. She actually has such good calligraphy and can write poetry. However, the artistic conception of this poem seems a little weak..."
Her followers immediately said, "Indeed, poetry must have soul."
Gu Ruanci ignored them and continued writing.
"Why is there more?" someone questioned.
When they saw what Gu Ruanci said next, they were even more confused, and Wu Yixuan and Chen Suyue finally knew where that strange feeling came from.
"Clear tea accompanies the long day, while the elegant and light fragrance of plum blossoms is enjoyed. The slanting moon shines through the cracks in the wall, while thin smoke hangs over the water. Several trees are in bloom, each with a frost-covered branch. The sparse curtains half shade the sky, while the gauze windows linger with a faint fragrance."
"It's actually a palindrome all over!" Lu Hanyue was the first to exclaim.
Gu Ruanci's poems are completely valid whether read forward or backward.
"Time is limited. I can only think of this one song for now. I am not very talented and knowledgeable, so I won't hold you back. I will finish writing it first and feel relaxed. Please continue..." Gu Ruanci said deliberately.
Lu Shuyi didn't know how to describe her feelings. From the moment Gu Ruanci started writing, she realized that things would not be simple.
Lu Wenxue was even more unwilling to give up. She asked directly, "Did you prepare in advance? Otherwise, how could you come up with such a poem? Even the Grand Master might not be able to come up with a full palindrome poem in such a short time!"
Gu Ruanci asked back, "You mean, the eldest princess gave me the answer in advance?"
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