Everyone understands the little affairs of scholars.
Otherwise, why do we keep organizing all these social gatherings?
Now, before a large audience, it's the perfect time to show off one's talents. If by chance a noble takes notice, it could be endlessly beneficial.
For a time, many respond.
Shen Changle let out a breath, his round, joyful face full of smiles, squinting as he said, "Ladies and gentlemen, ladies and gentlemen, those who can guess three or more riddles in the garden can submit a challenge at the exit."
"What are we waiting for, let's hurry inside."
"Yes, yes, those who have poems hurry and write them, if you can't think of anything don't take up space, others are anxious too."
Shen Changle laughed and reassured, "No rush, no rush, there are plenty of riddles and prizes, take your time to line up."
"May I ask when Mr. Songshan and Young Master Nantang are arriving?"
