The Cold Door Hero

Summary

The chapter describes a scholarly competition where students answer questions about classical texts and poetry. Bubba, a knowledgeable figure, poses questions from lesser-known works, while the students from Wei Nan Town demonstrate their expertise. They successfully answer questions about the "Records of the Grand Historian" and Du Fu's poem "The Winter Solstice." The competition becomes more challenging in the second round, where He Zhen discreetly hints to his students about a poem, leading them to recall it just in time. As the rounds progress, tensions rise, especially when He Zhen's earlier actions draw the chief examiner's ire, resulting in the rejection of obscure questions. The chapter culminates with a couplet challenge, where Li Yan Qing excels, showcasing his skills while the opposing team struggles to respond.

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