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Chapter 8: Famous in Kyoto, Poetry Gathering at Prince Jing's Mansion
Before I knew it, another half a month had passed.

With Zhao Gao as the steward in the palace, Li Chengping lived an exceptionally easy life.

When I have nothing to do, I would read a book, go fishing, or play a few games of Go with Zhao Gao.

It’s a pity that his chess skills were so poor that every time Zhao Gao released water, it would fall into the sea. Even so, he lost more than he won.

In the courtyard, under a pavilion.

Looking at the black piece on the chessboard that was forced into a corner by the white piece, Li Chengping was silent for a long time and let out a sigh.

Zhao Gao's expression changed, and he knelt down hurriedly: "Your Highness, please forgive me. I deserve to die."

"Okay, I'm not someone who can't stand losing, get up."

Li Chengping waved his hand and asked, "Is there any new development in Kyoto recently?"

"Nothing special happened. The streets and alleys of Kyoto are still full of things related to you, Your Highness."

"Now your poems have been sold at a high price, five hundred taels per poem! Even so, they are still loved by the ladies of noble families and the courtesans in the streets."

"Your Highness, you are now the dream lover of all the women in Kyoto!"

Zhao Gao bowed.

"This little thing will slowly pass over time. Have you found the ancient book I asked you to look for?" Li Chengping asked.

During this month, I have almost finished reading all the mid-quality books I brought out from Wenyuan Pavilion.

There are quite a few inferior books.

But after getting used to reading those high-quality books, when I go back to read low-quality books, I always feel that the content is a bit absurd.

Zhao Gao looked embarrassed and said, "Your Highness, there are no books on the market that meet your requirements."

"Forget it if there is none." Li Chengping looked calm.

In fact, he didn't have too many expectations in his heart. Books are usually controlled by aristocratic families and it is difficult for ordinary people to get access to them.

Those that appear on the market are just ordinary miscellaneous books, some of which are not even qualified to be included in the quality list.

at this time.

A servant came running over and bowed, "Your Majesty, the Second Prince is here."

What is he here to do?
Li Chengping frowned.

During this month, Li Chengze sent people to deliver several invitations.

It was nothing more than eating and drinking, which was something Li Chengping didn't like to participate in, so he decisively refused.

After a few times, Li Chengze seemed to have given up and never received similar invitations again.

Who would have thought that the other party would suddenly come to visit today? What evil plan is he up to this time?

After thinking for a moment, Li Chengping decided to go and meet him.

Li Chengze is a suspicious person by nature.

If he keeps hiding, the other party might misunderstand that he has joined the princelings.

By then, the prince will take the opportunity to fan the flames, and he will be used as a gun.

In the living room.

Li Chengping met Li Chengze, whom he hadn't seen for a long time, and the two brothers smiled at each other.

"Third brother, you have had a very leisurely life in the past month. I am really envious of you!"

Li Chengze said with emotion.

"What's there to envy? As long as my second brother lets go of everything he has, he can live the same life as now."

Li Chengping smiled faintly.

Li Chengze's smile froze and he shook his head with a bitter smile.

"It's not easy to let go of some things. Third brother, Prince Jing will hold a poetry and prose conference in the mansion tomorrow. Are you interested in participating?"

Li Chengping frowned and was about to refuse, but was interrupted by Li Chengze.

"Third brother, don't be so hasty to refuse. I heard that there are many prizes for this poetry and prose competition. Prince Jing has taken out five rare collections handed down from generation to generation."

Li Chengping stopped talking, hesitated for a moment, thought for a moment, and shook his head to refuse.

"Second brother, forget it. I won't attend this poetry gathering."

This attitude surprised Li Chengze. He was silent for a moment and gritted his teeth.

"Third brother, if you attend the poetry reading, I, your second brother, will personally give you five more of my treasured collections." As soon as these words came out, Li Chengping instantly became excited.

"Since you said so, I will definitely go to this poetry gathering."

"Haha, then let's make a deal. I'll come see you tomorrow morning."

Having obtained the desired result, Li Chengze left satisfied.

After the people left, Zhao Gao, who remained silent, said, "Your Highness, this person insisted on inviting you to attend the poetry meeting. He must have other intentions!"

"Don't worry, I want to see what the second brother is up to!"

Li Chengping smiled faintly.

After studying for so many years, people really think he is a nerd?

……

The next day, Li Chengze arrived as promised.

Leaving Zhao Gao to guard the palace, he and Li Chengze took a carriage and headed straight to Prince Jing's Palace.

This poetry meeting was very grand and many talented people from Kyoto were invited.

Countless carriages were parked around, blocking the roads on both sides.

"Hey, have you heard? The Third Prince will also attend the poetry gathering today!"

"Which third prince? Why haven't I heard of him?"

"You are really ignorant. Even His Royal Highness Wen Wang, who wrote two masterpieces in a row, is said to be only fourteen years old this year!"

"..."

Just as everyone was talking, a carriage drove up from a distance, and the lively scene suddenly became quiet.

Under everyone's gaze, the carriage stopped in front of Prince Jing's mansion.

The tightly closed door of the palace opened, and Crown Prince Li Hongcheng walked out quickly and bowed respectfully to the carriage.

"I am Li Hongcheng, respectfully welcoming the Second Prince!"

As Li Hongcheng's voice fell, the servants following behind him knelt on the ground and shouted in unison.

"Welcome the Second Prince!!"

The voice is loud and the momentum is amazing!
The curtain of the carriage was lifted and Li Chengze walked out, but the curtain was not closed immediately.

Then, Li Chengping walked out.

Two people suddenly appeared in a carriage, and Li Hongcheng, who was in charge of reception, was stunned for a moment.

He stared at Li Chengping blankly, not knowing how to start talking for a moment.

At the critical moment, it was Li Chengze who stepped forward to rescue the situation.

"Hongcheng, this is my third brother, the King Wen who was canonized by His Majesty last month."

Li Hongcheng's mind went blank until he heard a cough beside him, and then he came to his senses.

"My name is Li Hongcheng, nice to meet His Royal Highness Prince Wen!"

Perhaps because he was too excited, Li Hongcheng's voice was trembling.

When the spectators around heard this, the quiet scene suddenly became boiling.

"Oh my God! Did you hear that just now? That young man turned out to be the Third Prince!"

"Your Highness Prince Wen is so handsome, I wonder if he is married?"

"You are wishful thinking. A man like His Highness King Wen, who is handsome and talented, has so many girls from Qing to Qi chasing after him. You should just stand aside!"

"..."

Looking at the noisy scene outside, Li Chengze frowned slightly, with a bit of displeasure on his face.

"You two, this is not a good place to talk. Let's talk inside."

Li Hongcheng smiled slightly and led the two of them to the second floor of the attic which had been prepared long ago and sat down.

Li Chengping found that this location was very suitable as he could overlook the entire poetry event.

It can be seen that Li Hongcheng put a lot of thought into this matter.

(End of this chapter)