Three hundred famous poems shook the nations, but I just want to be a rich merchant!

Summary

Jiang Han, a county official, presents a satirical poem in the Golden Luan Hall that mocks high-ranking officials, particularly Minister Wang Pu Sheng. The poem suggests that being foolish and simple is preferable to cleverness, implying that nobles and dukes are essentially fools. This bold act infuriates the officials, especially Wang and Yin Wan Ge, who feel deeply insulted. Jiang Han leaves the hall laughing, having used a famous poem by Su Shi to publicly humiliate his opponents. The incident quickly spreads through Luoyang, with scholars praising his audacity and the poem's sharp wit.

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