A Top Scholar From A Humble Background.

Summary

Xie Qian engages Shen Xi in a discussion about the authenticity of a painting, questioning its origins and the challenges of distinguishing forgeries from originals. Shen Xi, calm and collected, mentions a method to count the characters in the painting, claiming there are 815, a detail that astonishes the audience. Xie Qian, intrigued, prepares to count the characters with the help of high-ranking officials, turning the event into a public spectacle. This situation presents Shen Xi with an opportunity to showcase his talents, potentially elevating his status among peers. The atmosphere is charged with anticipation as they prepare to authenticate the artwork.

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