My family has been wielding knives for generations, but now it's my turn to wield a pen!

"What a bastard!"

"This is infuriating!"

Within Zone A, the twelve people almost simultaneously cursed inwardly.

But unfortunately, they couldn't retaliate.

Because Jiang Xiaobai did indeed come up with a matching couplet, and not only did he come up with one, but he did it very neatly.

What's most infuriating is that after winning, this guy would ask them with a serious expression if they had let him win.

Isn't this just stepping on someone's face?

Du Chong's face was somber, and Guo Zhan and Zhong Yu's expressions were also unpleasant.

As for the Third Prince, he also clenched his fists, and his gaze toward Jiang Xiaobai was noticeably colder.

Jiang Xiaobai sat on the high platform, a smile still on his face, but his gaze had turned somewhat cold.

Yes, some people might think he's arrogant.

But given the current situation, if he doesn't act arrogantly, he'll have a hard time maintaining his position.

So many people are waiting to see him make a fool of himself.

So much dirty water was poured on him.

If he still thinks about reasoning with people in a mild and gentle way, he will only be gradually cornered.

Therefore, he not only needs to be arrogant today, but also wild enough that no one can forget him.

Thinking of this, Jiang Xiaobai looked at the person holding the pen and said with a smile, "Let's move on to the second question!"

The writer glanced at Jiang Xiaobai, then at the twelve people, and couldn't help but shake his head inwardly.

Jiang Xiaobai certainly won the first question beautifully.

But it has also stirred up a great deal of hatred, and things are likely to get even more interesting from here on out.

Shaking his head, the middle-aged man slowly spoke: "The second question is still a couplet."

"This couplet was specially composed by a senior official in response to this assessment."

After he finished speaking, the Lanting Tower fell silent once again.

The couplet that the Grand Secretary specially composed for this assessment?

That must be related to what happened today.

"The first line is..."

The writer paused slightly, then continued, "Tell me about your teacher, where did you learn from? There are doubts everywhere, questioning the truth!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the entire Lanting Tower sank once again.

It's difficult, still very difficult.

Moreover, this connection is highly targeted.

Isn't this asking, "Where did 'On Teachers' come from?"

They're also asking Jiang Xiaobai, is this article of yours true or false?

On the fourth floor, many elderly people nodded slightly.

This couplet not only contains linguistic tricks but also expresses a questioning of the heart.

If it's not right, it's weak; if it can't avoid the issues of "truth and falsehood," it's even weaker.

The twelve people in Zone A looked serious once again.

Du Chong frowned, Guo Zhan lowered his head in thought, and Zhong Yu gently pinched the teacup with his fingers, remaining silent for a long time.

But just then, Jiang Xiaobai's voice rang out.

"My matching line is: 'A horse talks about horses; a horse meets a discerning eye; in the joy, one can discern its true nature and distinguish the wise from the foolish!'"

As soon as he finished speaking, many people were taken aback.

So fast!

Jiang Xiaobai spoke almost as soon as the writer finished speaking.

Moreover, the second line perfectly captures the essence of "On Horses".

The teacher spoke to the horse, and the teacher spoke to the horse.

Where did he learn his skills? He met his mentor, Tsushima.

Asking about truth and falsehood, and distinguishing between the wise and the foolish, is already quite a well-structured approach.

Li Bingzhang on the fourth floor already had a smile in his eyes.

Lin Fengshuo nodded slightly, but just then, Du Chong suddenly frowned and said, "This couple is quite good."

"The first line is everywhere, and you are the source of joy."

As he spoke, Du Chong looked at Jiang Xiaobai and said, "It's still missing one link."

Ok?

After these words were spoken, many people realized what was going on.

Yes, doubts arise everywhere, questioning the truth. If the second line were to say, "Distinguish the wise from the foolish amidst joy," it would indeed be missing the element of reduplication.

Although the artistic conception is sufficient, there are still flaws in terms of neatness.

The twelve people in Zone A finally looked a little better.

But the next moment, Jiang Xiaobai laughed: "Oh, right, then I'll answer again."

Jiang Xiaobai paused, then said, "With pen in hand, I crush all living beings, forcing them to shut up and admit defeat!"

boom!

These words were spoken.

Du Chong's expression changed drastically.

He even stood up abruptly, pointed at Jiang Xiaobai, and his hand trembled slightly.

Damn it, this kid definitely did it on purpose!

He deliberately started with a couplet that looked good but was missing a crucial element.

We're just waiting for them to point it out, and then we'll pull out something even more ruthless.

This is hardly an answer to a question.

This is fishing, and after you catch the fish, you're supposed to slap it on the spot.

The pen rises, the pen crushes all living things, and all are forced to shut up and admit defeat!

This couplet not only added the repeated characters, but also pressed the twelve of them down once again.

To shut up and admit defeat is practically like pointing a finger at them and saying, "Shut up, all of you."

The remaining people's expressions also darkened.

Guo Zhan clenched his fists, Zhong Yu's lips moved, but he fell silent again.

It's one thing to be suppressed the first time.

The second time was the same.

Who could accept that?

The third prince lowered his head and pondered carefully.

The other students who won first prize were also racking their brains, but the more they thought about it, the more sweat beaded on their foreheads.

Because they discovered that the matching lines they could think of were either not well-structured enough or lacked momentum, and simply couldn't overpower Jiang Xiaobai.

"Ha ha!"

On the fourth floor, Li Bingzhang finally couldn't help but laugh out loud.

He truly is a wonderful son-in-law!

Who says his son-in-law is illiterate?

Anyone who says that again, he'll fight them to the death!

Li Zhiwei sat beside her, a smile in her eyes, feeling much more at ease.

Lin Qinrou's expression revealed obvious admiration.

This is no longer just about matching couplets; it's about using every line to counter-pressure the opponent.

And the pressure was so intense that it rendered people speechless.

Zhang Xinnian stood behind the platform, his face full of pride.

See that? That's their heir!

Tang Ningshuang stood below the stage, holding her sword, her expression slightly moved.

Overpowering all rivals.

This person...

She couldn't quite figure it out.

The writer looked at Jiang Xiaobai, remained silent for a moment, and after seeing that none of the twelve spoke, sighed softly and announced, "The second question is answered by Young Master Jiang!"

As soon as he finished speaking, a strange look flashed in his eyes.

Perhaps the rumors are wrong.

Everyone says that the young master of the Jiang family is infamous and illiterate, but Jiang Xiaobai's literary talent at this moment has refuted all these rumors.

"what?"

At this moment, Jiang Xiaobai looked up, his expression surprised: "No way? I won again?"

"..."

Many people inside the building twitched at the corners of their mouths.

Here it comes again! This guy is here again!

"Oh, sorry!"

Jiang Xiaobai looked at the twelve people in Section A and said sincerely, "Okay, next time I'll definitely speak last."

"You guys go first."

"..."

The twelve men's faces were all increasingly grim.

"You bastard, you really are a piece of trash!"

"I'll definitely make him look bad on the next question!"

Some people gritted their teeth in anger, while others were already red-eyed with rage.

Two questions already, two questions in a row. The twelve of them were completely overwhelmed by Jiang Xiaobai alone.

If he loses the third question, then this Jia-Zi area will truly become Jiang Xiaobai's stage today.

Seeing everyone's reaction, the writer sighed again and continued, "The third question is still a couplet."

"He was also born to a Grand Secretary."

After he finished speaking, the building fell silent again.

The writer slowly recited: "The first line is: 'A poor scholar from a humble family toils by the cold window, studying diligently for ten years, but who recognizes his talent?'"

This couplet was presented.

Du Chong's eyes flickered.

Poor families, poor scholars, and the hardships of studying by the window.

This is clearly aimed at his book, "On the Poor Family".

That's also what he's best at.

The thought had just arisen in his mind, and he was about to ponder it carefully.

But the next instant, Jiang Xiaobai's voice rang out: "On the golden list, my name shines high in the golden hall; for a day I dwell there, I am the teacher of ten thousand generations!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Du Chong froze.

The entire room fell silent.

too fast!

Almost as soon as the writer finished speaking, Jiang Xiaobai had already produced the second line of the couplet.

Moreover, this second line directly elevates the hardship of ten years in poverty to eternal fame on the imperial examination list.

more importantly.

The five words "I am the teacher of all ages" directly capture the essence of "On Teachers".

The first two couplets merely demonstrate quick wit.

This couplet is a bit different, because its flavor is too similar to "On Teachers".

On the fourth floor, several elderly men sat up straighter.

Lin Fengshuo's eyes flickered slightly, his smile deepened, and Fan Xinghe's brows finally furrowed deeply.

But Jiang Xiaobai seemed to suddenly remember something, and slapped his forehead: "Oops, sorry, I blurted it out too fast."

With that, Jiang Xiaobai looked at the twelve people in Section A and said very seriously, "In that case, I take back this couplet."

"You guys go first!"

"Jiang Xiaobai!"

Du Chong finally couldn't hold back any longer and stood up, pointing at Jiang Xiaobai, his hand trembling slightly: "You've gone too far!"

"Is this considered bullying?"

Jiang Xiaobai chuckled and looked at Du Chong: "Alright, then I'll use this topic to come up with a couplet as well."

"A poor family asks about horses, but who can bear witness to the horse's journey through the dust and wind?"

Jiang Xiaobai paused, then looked at Du Chong: "Come on, you're right!"

Du Chong was taken aback, and his expression turned even more unpleasant.

A poor scholar inquires about horses.

Who can bear witness to the horse's journey through the dust?

This couplet is short, but it is placed right between his "On the Poor Scholar" and "On Horses".

A poor family may have a horse, but who can prove it?

Who will recognize it? Who will use it?

For a moment, he couldn't think of a suitable second line.

Jiang Xiaobai didn't urge him, but just watched with a smile.

After a moment, Jiang Xiaobai spoke up: "What's wrong, can't figure it out? Then I'll try!"

After Jiang Xiaobai finished speaking, he said calmly, "I will be the top scholar, surpassing all others at the Orchid Pavilion!"

hiss!

The entire Lanting Tower was in an uproar, with everyone's eyes wide open.

Arrogant! This person is too arrogant!

I am the champion of the Lanting Preface!

This is a direct declaration in front of all the scholars in the building: Jiang Xiaobai is determined to win today's championship!

Jiang Xiaobai slowly stood up, looked around, his smile faded slightly, and his voice clearly echoed throughout the entire Lanting Tower.

"I've got this title for today! Don't even mention the twelve of you, even if... all the students in the building are included, I, Jiang Xiaobai, won't back down!"

The words were spoken.

The entire audience was stunned.

This guy is way too arrogant.

Jiang Xiaobai, however, did not stop.

His gaze swept from the first floor to the third floor, then he looked up slightly at the fourth floor.

"I'm making this clear today."

"Apart from those twelve, anyone else present."

Then Jiang Xiaobai paused, "I meant anyone."

"Whoever surpasses me will be dethroned as champion!"

The entire Lanting Tower was completely silent.

Everyone was stunned by Jiang Xiaobai's words.

Is this a case of one person suppressing the entire building?

Jiang Xiaobai sat back down in his chair, as if those words were not his own.

Then, Jiang Xiaobai glanced in Zhang Xinnian's direction and said, "Xinnian, your young master is thirsty, bring some tea!"

Zhang Xinnian grinned.

"Alright!"