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Striving in the Red Mansion.
Chapter 4: Writing Poetry (part 1). [3]
Summary
In a lively palace gathering, Jia Huan observes the beauty of the Jia household, particularly admiring Li Wan and Ping Er. As conversations unfold, Jia Huan's dismissive remarks about Jia Baoyu provoke Jia Tan Chun's anger. Jia Zheng proposes a poetry contest among the younger family members, hoping to uphold their literary reputation. Jia Baoyu, encouraged by Jia Mu, expresses enthusiasm for the challenge, insisting that his sisters join. The atmosphere is filled with laughter and anticipation, while Jia Huan feels discomfort at Baoyu's pampered demeanor. The scene captures the dynamics of family relationships and the pressures of artistic expression within the Jia clan.Full content
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