Striving in the Red Mansion.

Summary

In a winter setting, Jia Huan recites a poignant poem about resilience, likening himself to a proud pine enduring heavy snow. His talent impresses the lecturers, especially Lecturer Ye, who praises him, and they toast to his poetic prowess. Despite initial doubts, Jia Huan's performance surprises students, leading to admiration and laughter. Meanwhile, Gong Sun Liang shares insights on adversity, echoing the challenges faced by scholars. The second round of interpretation begins, testing their mastery of Confucian texts. Luo Xiang Yang and Qiao Ru Song present strong arguments, earning praise from lecturers, while Chen Jia Yun struggles to impress. The competition remains fierce as students anticipate the outcomes.

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