Chapter 4977 Just a country girl
With so many people staring at her, Yang Ruoqing could no longer pretend to be nonchalant.
He had to take off his veil and reveal his face.
At this moment, those who were unaware could not help but widen their eyes.
It was really Yang Ruoqing, what a surprise.
Isn't Yang Ruoqing busy with the World Business Alliance recently? Why did you come to attend the Camellia Party?
Speaking of which, the dignitaries in the capital each have their own circles. Yang Ruoqing hangs out in the business circles. Basically, she does not participate in the gatherings of those powerful, honorable, and literati. However, this time she came out to let everyone Surprised.
"Would you like to sing a song, madam?" Lu Yuanding said with a smile.
In fact, Lu Yuanding is not that familiar with Yang Ruoqing. After all, he is a Hanlin editor. In addition to reading and painting, he does not have many interpersonal relationships and has no contact with business. He has only heard about it from others and what he experienced a few years ago. After that huge turmoil in the capital to seize the rightful son.
But he had read Dream of Red Mansions, so he knew that this woman was not a simple person, but was really talented.
"Forget it, I'm a country girl from a rural area, and I don't understand poetry, poetry, and songs." Yang Ruoqing shook her head and said, "And it's time for a dinner party now. I suggest that we go to the dinner party first to prevent the food from getting cold."
This is where some elegant people gather.
Yang Ruoqing thinks that she has been a country girl all her life, so why should she get involved in these things.
Besides, after looking at the paintings for so long, she didn't see anything special. She just thought they were very exquisite. As for the artistic conception, she had no idea at all, so she didn't have to write poems.
"Madam, are you not inspired?" Mr. Lu of Luyuan looked at Yang Ruoqing and asked.
"Yes, poetry cannot be written in a short time. It requires inspiration." Yang Ruoqing blinked, but the expression on her face was very sincere anyway.
"Okay, madam, let's go have a dinner first." Luyuan Gong Lu felt a little regretful.
But when I turned around and thought about it carefully, I realized that Yang Ruoqing was talented, but some things needed to be accumulated over time, and they definitely couldn't be achieved in one fell swoop.
During this period of time, Yang Ruoqing was busy doing business. On the surface, Ning Yuan, the Duke of Xinguo, was causing trouble. There were so many things going on that it was normal for her to neglect to write poems.
The other literati gave Yang Ruoqing a friendly smile.
They feel that just like them, everyone has difficulties when writing, so they can understand each other.
However, a sharp voice sounded.
"Mrs. Yang is being wise and protecting herself. She knows that she doesn't understand poetry and can't write it, so she doesn't have to produce bad works to prevent herself from losing face in front of everyone and damaging her talented image."
At this time, many people think it is normal, because when they cannot write poems that are very real, there is a not-so-pleasant sound.
Even Shen Biyu frowned. Her emotional intelligence was not low. Even if she had doubts in her heart, she would never say it outright.
Everyone turned their attention to the speaker.
The one who spoke was none other than Li Taiping, a Jinshi of the Hanlin Academy named Li.
He is also the talented man who praised Shen Biyu just now and is her loyal supporter.
Li Taiping was indeed unhappy. As soon as Yang Ruoqing appeared, he attracted everyone's attention, especially since Shen Biyu was no longer the focus of everyone's attention before. He was Shen Biyu's supporter, so he naturally felt that He was filled with righteous indignation, so he just said something casually. Who knew that the others suddenly became quiet and stopped talking, which made his voice stand out.
But at this time, he had no way out and could only bite the bullet and look at Yang Ruoqing.
"Mrs. Yang, I don't have any ulterior motives. I just think that your decision is correct and you should retreat when faced with difficulties. This way you know that your attitude is indeed good."
What he meant by these words was that he hoped to round out the wrong words he just said so that they would not be so harsh.
However, that didn't seem to be the case. On the contrary, everyone listened, and the more they listened, the more they felt that something was wrong.
What does this mean? Is it mocking Yang Ruoqing? It's a bit outrageous.
"Master, are you serious?"
Yang Ruoqing's original smile gradually began to look a little strange, and finally, her smile turned cold.
She narrowed her eyes slightly and raised her eyebrows slightly.
I can say that I am a country girl, but you can't say that about me.
It's been a long time since anyone dared to do something like a slap in the face.
Originally, Yang Ruoqing was not the kind of person who couldn't take a joke, but in front of so many people, such a straightforward slap in the face would make anyone feel very uncomfortable.
"Taiping, stop talking."
Someone around him started to smooth things over, and someone said: "I'm sorry, Mrs. Yang, it was Li Jinshi who made the mistake. I apologize to you on his behalf."
"Wang Daogui, it's not my fault, it's just that what I said is not quite right... Mrs. Yang, if you think what I said is wrong, then I apologize to you." Li Taiping apologized to Yang Ruoqing, but no matter how he heard it, It feels insincere.
It seemed that this apology was what Yang Ruoqing begged him to do.
How could such a gesture make Yang Ruoqing feel calm?
After all, it’s hard to calm down.
"Li Jinshi, what's your attitude? What's your etiquette as a scholar?" However, Mrs. Lu Yuan's wife looked directly at Li Taiping coldly.
She was very unhappy. This was a party she had convened so that dignitaries could have a chance to communicate by looking at the camellias.
Who knew that this Li Taiping really had no discernment, so it would be very merciless to say such things to his face.
In this case, why should she save face for Li Taiping anymore.
"I……"
As soon as Li Taiping started to say a word, he was interrupted.
"Li Jinshi, there is no need to apologize. Yes, I can't write poetry, and my standard is indeed not high. But, you said that I am worried that the poems I write will be laughed at? Are you worried that my reputation will be damaged?"
"Well, today, I'm just going to write something. If you don't know yourself, you know yourself. I'll see how I can make others laugh."
The expressions of everyone present changed a bit, but Yang Ruoqing, who interrupted Li Taiping's words, had a more gloomy expression.
The atmosphere at the scene suddenly became tense, and many people were too frightened to speak.
"Mrs. Yang, in fact, you don't need to be as familiar with Li Jinshi. He is not very smart... Why don't we go over to have a dinner? Look at the food and wine, Mrs. Lu has already ordered people to prepare them... After a while, I will ask Li Jinshi apologizes to you..."
A tall old man walked near Yang Ruoqing and apologized to her.
His purpose is to smooth things over.
(End of chapter)
