Guagua, i have written poems for spring, summer, and autumn. Let me write one for winter too, then we'll have all four seasons.
[Host, you're quite capable! Win everyone over with your talent!]
[Guagua, since you've so sincerely requested it, I'll mercifully grant your request. To prevent some people from becoming arrogant and complacent, to uphold the honour of the First Female Official of Great Yan, and even more so for my little money, I've decided to compose another poem]
[Host, you are the pride of Great Yan in Guagua's heart! Keep it up. You can do it!!!]
The crown prince narrowed his eyes slightly, his gaze full of doting affection.
His little crown princess is truly talented and learned!
Shen Changyuan: I hereby declare that my precious daughter Mingzhu is the pride of the Marquis of Changping's mansion, and everyone else shall step aside.
Shen Qingzhan: Little sister, you're really amazing. I wonder how good you are at military strategy and tactics?
If we go to the north, can we utterly defeat the barbarians and storm their royal court?
Shen Qinghong: I need to work even harder!
Shen Qinglan: My little sister is growing up to be more and more outstanding. That's wonderful!
Shen Qingbo: My little sister is amazing. She is a role model for me. I will study harder and more diligently at the academy in the future to become an outstanding person.
Otherwise, he would be too embarrassed to say that he is Mingzhu's brother.
When Grand Secretary Su Huaiyuan heard that there was another poem, he suddenly looked up and exclaimed, "Wow, amazing!"
To compose four exquisite poems in such a short time, it seems that Wang's defeat is inevitable.
Prince An: That's wonderful, wonderful! My nephew's wife is a real blessing. Ever since she was betrothed to the Crown Prince, Prince An has been blessed with wealth, children, and longevity. His life is so colourful and wonderful. I hope this continues forever.
"Brother Crown Prince, I'm going to have to trouble you again."
Shen Mingzhu looked at Crown Prince Yan Beichen and said with a smile.
Crown Prince Yan Beichen smiled and said.
"I am very happy to be able to help my Mingzhu."
Prince An: Oh my, it feels like my nephew is spreading his tail feathers like a peacock!
Crown Prince Yan Beichen: Uncle An is becoming more and more unreliable!
[Guagua, I'm here, I'm here! I'm bringing you ancient poems!]
A smile spread across Shen Changyuan's face, clearly indicating that he was in a very good mood.
Su Huaiyuan gripped the brush tightly, ready to begin writing.
"There's still plenty of time, I'll sing one more song!"
The students nearby craned their necks in anticipation and shouted.
"Young Miss Shen, you're amazing!"
"Young Miss Shen, you are truly talented!"
"Young Miss Shen, you've taken the first baton!"
We will win!
We will win!
We will win!
At this moment, all Crown Prince Yan Beichen could hear was Shen Mingzhu's pleasant voice.
"The fourth poem is titled 'River Snow': 'Birds have vanished from a thousand mountains, and human tracks have disappeared from ten thousand paths. An old man in a straw hat and raincoat sits alone in a small boat, fishing in the cold river snow.'"
[Guagua, yay! I've now written a poem for each of the four seasons—spring, summer, autumn, and winter—I have completely beaten Young Master Wang! The shop, the hot spring resort, and the hilltop are all mine!]
La la la la la la, I'm a capable young woman, I can't stop making money all day long!!!
Seeing Shen Mingzhu's happy expression, the people around her couldn't help but laugh along.
It seems that after today, Mingzhu's reputation in Shengjing will reach new heights!
Hiss~~~
As Shen Mingzhu finished reciting her fourth poem, Wang Chuanzong remained stunned for a long time, his face turning deathly pale.
She wrote four poems in a short period of time, representing the four seasons of spring, summer, autumn, and winter, but to this time, he has not written a single poem.
To be precise, not a single word was written!
He lost!
A complete and utter defeat!
How could this be?
How could that be?
How could that be?
Poetry has always been his forte, but now he's been defeated by a woman he doesn't even like.
All the words he had just said to condemn Shen Mingzhu turned into resounding slaps across his face.
He really, really can't accept it!
Shen Mingzhu didn't care whether he could accept it or not. She stared at the incense stick in the centre of the hall. After the incense burned out, she quickly scooped her small amount of money into her pocket.
Hehe~~~
They're all hers!
Crown Prince Yan Beichen: My little Crown Princess is so cute!
With him around, no one dares to compete with her.
Seeing his land deed being taken by Shen Mingzhu, Wang Chuanzong looked on dejectedly, looking utterly pitiful.
The outcome is already decided; there's no need for a third game!
"I lost!"
Wang Chuanzong bowed deeply to Shen Mingzhu, then hurriedly ran away with his trusted servant, Lai Xi.
He needs some peace and quiet!
[Guagua, he can't accept defeat! Why did he run away?!]
[Host, I guess Young Master Wang won't be able to accept his defeat for a while. After all, he's very proud!]
[Guagua, is it really that big of a deal? Victory and defeat are common in war, and besides, losing to me isn't shameful for him!]
[Host, this is your opinion. In reality, Wang Chuanzong feels incredibly ashamed to have lost to you! You crushed his pride!!!]
Shen Mingzhu: ...
He, Wang Chuanzong, the young master of the prestigious Langya Wang clan, was guided by great Confucian scholars from a young age, nourished by classics and history books, and grew up immersed in poetry and songs. How could he possibly lose to a country girl?
How could this be...
God, why are you doing this to me?
At this moment, Wang Chuanzong was speechless, wondering what the heavens had to say!
On this day, besides Shen Mingzhu, the happiest person was Xiao Yanzhi. It was wonderful!
Finally, he's not alone anymore!
He wanted to write a letter home...
He missed his father…
In an instant, Shen Mingzhu's name resounded throughout the entire capital city of Shengjing!
Because of her, Tianxianglou, Shuiyunjian, and the shops around them have become much more popular.
They gained fame and made some money. In short, it was awesome!
Two words: Awesome!
Three words: Absolutely awesome!
The Changping Marquis's Residence.
Shen Mingzhu's mother was already used to her outrageous behaviour!
Her precious daughter always surprises everyone with her unexpected antics!
The Marquis's residence, Shou Kang Courtyard.
Madam Wang sipped her tea, looked at her daughter in front of her, and sighed inwardly.
"Miaomiao, you really went too far this time!"
"Mother, your daughter has been wronged!"
The old lady, Madam Wang, placed the teacup heavily on the table.
A loud "bang" rang out.
"Who isn't wronged?!"
Shen Miaomiao's eyes were filled with tears, and she was very puzzled.
"You are the wife of the Duke of Li's mansion, brought in by eight-bearer sedan chair. You have sons and daughters, and the Marquis of Changping's mansion as your backing. You can live a peaceful and wealthy life without any problem!"
"Mother, how can I let those vixens get away with this!"
Madam Wang: ...
At this moment, in the main courtyard.
The Shen family of seven sat happily together, talking about the interesting things that happened at Tianxiang Restaurant, when suddenly they heard Shen Mingzhu's inner voice.
[Host, your nominal aunt, Shen Miaomiao, has returned to bring back reinforcements!]
Upon hearing this, Shen Mingzhu immediately looked at Shen Changyuan.
Shen Changyuan: She's not my little sister, I won't care!
Listen to this: if someone does something outrageous, they'll be removed from the family genealogy.
[Guagua, what happened?]