Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

Jia Zheng reviews poetry submissions from family members, praising Lin Daiyu's elegant line and Jia Baoyu's impressive poem. The atmosphere is celebratory until Jia Huan presents a poem that surprises Jia Zheng, who questions its authorship. Jia Huan reveals it is by Su Shi, leading to laughter and confusion among the family. Despite Jia Zheng's initial anger, he acknowledges Jia Huan's poem as the best of the night, prompting a discussion about fame and its implications for Jia Huan's future. The scene reflects familial dynamics, competition, and the nuances of literary appreciation within the Jia household.

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