Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Jia Mu and Jia Zheng interrogate Jia Huan, who refuses to concede defeat despite the tense atmosphere. Jia Huan boldly questions his father about Confucian teachings, asserting that his novel does not exceed the moral boundaries set by the sages. He cites Confucius, emphasizing purity in thoughts and feelings, and challenges Jia Zheng with rhetorical questions about romantic themes in his work. As Jia Zheng hesitates, he ultimately concedes that Jia Huan's book does not violate the principles of the Book of Songs, leading to astonishment among the onlookers. This unexpected turn reveals Jia Huan's intellect and rhetorical skill, turning the tide in his favor and leaving others, including Wang Xifeng, in disbelief.

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