Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

The marriage of Qin Keqing and Jia Rong ended in early May, sparking discussions in the Ning and Rong households. Amidst this, Wang Fu Ren expressed dissatisfaction with Jia Mu's interference in Bao Yu's marriage. Jia Zheng considered delaying Bao Yu's marriage for practical reasons. Meanwhile, Jia Huan took control of the Jia household's affairs and began a routine at Hanlin Academy. A debate over literary styles arose, with Jia Huan advocating for vernacular writing, while traditionalists criticized it. Fang Wang supported Jia Huan's views, emphasizing the evolution of literature and the importance of practicality in writing.

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