The Carefree Young Scholar.

Summary

In a central pavilion, women eagerly anticipate a poetry competition between Young Master Shen and an unknown scholar, later revealed to be Li Yi, the acclaimed poet of "The Magpie Bridge Immortal." As the competition unfolds, Shen Zhao, confident of victory, faces humiliation when he realizes Li Yi's talent surpasses his own. The women's admiration for Li Yi grows, and they express disappointment in Shen Zhao's arrogance. After losing, Shen Zhao discards a jade pendant, symbolizing his defeat. Meanwhile, Li Yi attracts the attention of several young ladies, including the daughter of the Chen Family, who invite him to a banquet, marking a significant shift in his social standing.

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