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The surrounding discussions about the poem suddenly fell silent.

The gazes that fell upon Jiang Ruining gradually shifted from amazement to suspicion.

Jealousy can make people sharp-tongued: "Miss Chu is so talented, she must have stolen hers!"

Chu Jin denied it: "I didn't write this poem. Don't make baseless accusations!"

Cui Jingwei also looked protective, saying softly, "Don't say that about Ning-mei! Ning-mei is ambitious and writes good poems, it's just that her methods are inappropriate!"

While seemingly speaking up for her, they were actually pushing Jiang Ruining to the brink of being accused of stealing poetry.

Jiang Ruining rolled her eyes: "Whose did I steal from? Point it out."

Sun Langjun sneered, "How would I know whose it was you stole!"

Jiang Ruining retorted sharply, "The Sun family has always been arrogant, and now they consider themselves the masters of the world, condemning whomever they want without any evidence!"

Xiao Che leaned back slightly, his long arms draped lazily over the armrests, his eyes cold and fierce: "When did this world change hands? How come I didn't know?"

Sun Langjun's face paled: "Your Highness misunderstands, this humble subject had no such intention!"

These words wouldn't be a big problem for other royal relatives and nobles. They wouldn't care because of his grandfather and elder brother. But the man in front of him is a regent who has been dethroned. The words "the world has changed hands" are the most taboo for him!

Moreover, this is a ruthless killer who once slaughtered half the court in a single day. Now, most of the court is firmly in his hands. If he really wants to kill him and take his anger out on the Sun family, even Grand Tutor Cui would not dare to strongly stop him!

He glared at Jiang Ruining through gritted teeth: "You plagiarized and cheated, and you still have the nerve to talk nonsense!"

Jiang Ruining crossed his arms and deliberately exaggerated his words: "Show me the evidence! If you can't, then you, surnamed Sun, are arrogant, rebellious, and intend to usurp imperial power!"

Sun Langjun was furious and wanted to hit her.

A cold laugh echoed in his ears, like a blow to the back of his knees. His legs buckled, and he knelt on the ground, hastily prostrating himself: "Your Majesty, please calm your anger! She deliberately misinterpreted things; she's using you against me!"

Jiang Ruining looked down on him and scoffed.

It's a Pomeranian on a leash!

Xiao Che looked at him.

They did not speak.

Beneath the pearl-embroidered curtains, a dozen ice mirrors continuously emitted a cool breeze, while Sun Langjun was engulfed in flames, his body burning with excruciating pain. In just a moment, he was soaked through.

He turned to Princess Anyang for help, hoping she could say a few words on his behalf.

Princess Anyang knew Xiao Che's character well and was unlikely to give her that face, so she didn't speak up to avoid embarrassing herself in public.

To better utilize the pawns for her own purposes, Cui Jingwei spoke up: "Your Highness, Young Master Sun spoke somewhat rashly, but his and the Sun family's loyalty to the Great Zhou is beyond question."

"Please forgive him this time, Your Highness, for the sake of the late Grand Tutor Sun."

Sun Langjun looked up and gazed deeply at her, his eyes filled with admiration and gratitude, wishing he could tear his heart out and present it to her with both hands.

Xiao Che's eyes were cold: "If it weren't for Grand Tutor Sun's influence, would such a piece of trash have the opportunity to act so arrogantly in the capital?"

The evaluation of those in positions of power can often influence a person's entire life.

The word "useless" will haunt Sun Langjun's life until one of them dies!

His disdainful sneer spread through the gauze curtains.

Sun Langjun was filled with extreme hatred. His eyes were fixed on the ground, almost popping out of their sockets, but in the end, he didn't dare to utter a single word in rebuttal.

They only dared to blame all their hatred on Jiang Ruining.

It's all because of this damned good-for-nothing!

Today, she must utterly lose face and be despised by everyone, otherwise how can she quell the hatred in his heart!

"Your Highness is right. I will certainly be more careful with my words and actions in the future and dare not be presumptuous again! But my doubts are not unfounded. Everyone in the capital knows that Jiang Ruining is a good-for-nothing. She could never possibly write such a good poem!"

"She plagiarized someone else's work! And someone capable of producing such poetry must be a talented individual who can serve the court. By stealing and appropriating a talented person's work, she is essentially going against the court!"

"Your Highness, we beg you to severely punish this shameless thief!"

Enraged, Zheng Lingyi jumped to her feet, pointed at Sun Langjun, and yelled, "You're incompetent, can't write good poems, and are full of bitter jealousy. You even try to smear others! You're not only shameless, but your character is also utterly despicable!"

Sun Langjun was furious, but dared not do anything.

Because the Sun family has always wanted to form a marriage alliance with the prestigious Zheng family, if they offend the Zheng family's most favored eldest daughter, their elders will definitely punish them!

He could only swallow his anger.

Seeing that Sun Langjun lacked energy, Ruan Zhenzhen stepped in to fan the flames again: "If you're so capable, why don't you ask the two princes to give you a topic, and compose another poem on the spot that will impress everyone!"

"You don't want your parents to be gossiped about behind their backs for raising a good-for-nothing, do you?"

Jiang Ruining really dislikes this person!

He thinks he's righteous, but he's actually a bit wicked!

Seeing that she remained silent, Sun Langjun, as if he had seized upon some grave incriminating evidence, eagerly accused her: "Your Highnesses saw it! She's just feeling guilty, because her mind is blank; she can't compose a poem at all!"

Cui Jingwei's lackeys also rushed to stand up and criticize her.

"What's stolen is stolen! It doesn't mean it belongs to someone just because they wrote it down!"

"Don't you even know your own worth? How dare you steal such a fine poem!"

"He's truly an empty-headed bum, making himself a laughingstock!"

……

Jiang Ruining has already memorized one timeless masterpiece, and with his thick skin, he doesn't mind memorizing two, three, four, five, seven, or eight more!

"If I could write it, what would you do then?"

Seeing Sun Langjun's disdainful face, Kong raised his head high: "If you can truly create a poem that will leave everyone speechless, what harm is there in kowtowing to you as an apology?"

Jiang Ruining looked at Ruan Zhenzhen and raised an eyebrow.

Ruan Zhenzhen's expression was full of disdain, as if to say, "You can write poetry, so I'm the Poet Saint!" She continued, "Don't even mention writing poems that will leave everyone in awe. If even half the people here say your writing is 'just passable,' I'll offer you tea as an apology!"

A predatory smile slowly spread across Jiang Ruining's expressionless face: "Remember, you said it yourself!"

Turning to the person at the head of the table, she said, "Please, Your Highness, give me the question!"

Princess Anyang politely declined, saying, "Your Majesty, please come!"

Xiao Che hesitated, then said slowly, "Let's take 'nation' as the theme!"

Jiang Ruining pondered for a few moments, then breathed a sigh of relief.

This isn't difficult!

He lowered his head and picked up his pen.

Without thinking.

Once you've put pen to paper, you should start writing.

"Wait a moment!"

Zheng Lingyi tugged at her sleeve, her eyes bright: "Ningning, are you sure?"

Jiang Ruining immediately understood what she wanted to do: "Of course!"

Zheng Lingyi grinned, unfastened a blood-red jade pendant from her waist, and slammed it on the table: "Anyone want to place a bet? I bet Jiang Ruining can write a truly convincing poem!"

Another friend grinned and said, "I'll be the banker!" He then tapped on an empty spot on the other side. "This side is for betting that she can't come up with a poem! Since we're all here, everyone should join in the fun!"

Just as everyone was considering whether or not to participate.

Shao Yunting had already stood up.

He placed a dagger that he had carried with him for over ten years into Jiang Ruining's hand.

All eyes immediately fell on the two of them: "...!!!" What's going on with these two!

Jiang Ruining felt as if her hand had been pressed into boiling oil, so hot that she almost performed a monkey climbing a tree right there in front of everyone!

He pulled his hand back forcefully, almost throwing the dagger.

It landed with a "thud" next to Zheng Lingyi's blood jade.

But Shao Yunting moved it to the opposite side.

Others thought Shao Yunting didn't believe Jiang Ruining could write any good poems, but Jiang Ruining saw another meaning in his actions just now.

He did it on purpose, wanting to lose his things to her!

Shao Yunting saw that she had guessed his intentions, and smiled at her with a bright and dazzling smile.

Jiang Ruining: "..."

Chu Jin watched the interaction between the two, feeling somewhat dazed and embarrassed. She gripped the edge of the table tightly to keep herself from losing her composure.