Crowned the New Han Dynasty

Chapter 348 Praise the master and gain his abilities
What Chen Zhi did was not only noticed by Leqi, but also everyone else in the room had similar thoughts, but what followed was confusion.

"Does Chen Zhi really want to compete with everyone here as Zhao Yuan said? Otherwise, how could he be so well prepared?"

"Don't be motivated to compete just because you are young and energetic. This is no joke. Although using official power to oppress people will make people look down upon them, there are more than 60 people present and they will definitely buy it. But if it is a competition This kind of ability, once it is divided into provinces, it will not be able to come to Taiwan. It is a bit more complicated than the matter of Shouzhuo Academy and Nanshan Academy."

"I don't know what he was thinking. It's impossible that he didn't think about the consequences. Could he have some support? But no matter how much support he has, it's impossible for a person to be proficient in everything. What's more, there are all people with high reputations here. Almost To be the best in every field, to compete with such people, how much time and talent it takes to polish your own skills, Chen Zhi really dares to speak."

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No matter what these people thought, Chen Zhi seemed to have made up his mind and invited Zhao Yuan over. After the two complimented each other for a few words, Chen Zhi suddenly said: "I have heard about Brother Zhao's painting skills for a long time. He is one of the best in Luoyang." Jue, I’m afraid he is second only to Mr. Jinyang.”

"This is so praiseworthy. How can Zhao Yuan be compared with Mr. Jinyang, how can he be compared with Mr. Jinyang?" Zhao Yuan looked a little more serious. He quickly became humble and raised his hands in one direction. "Mr. Jinyang's paintings are of the highest quality." , how can it be compared to people like me?"

The person he handed over was a man with a long beard, dressed in plain Confucian clothes, with a calm expression, and a faint calmness between his eyebrows. Hearing this, he smiled lightly, shook his head and said, "Zhao Jun is serious. , It’s just a small talent, why should you care about it?”

This person is Mr. Jinyang.

Being able to take a city as its name shows its name, ability, and extraordinary background.

This person's name is Wang Lan. He was born in the Wang family in Taiyuan. He was good at painting since he was a child. He copied Cao Fuxing's works day and night. He later studied under many people and became a master in three or two years. Today's Luoyang paintings are attributed to this person. Highest.

Chen Zhi also sent an invitation to Wang Yan, inviting him to come. However, since this person arrived, except for talking to Wang Yan, he has always kept silent and can't see the slightest tendency.

Now, through Zhao Yuan's incident, Chen Zhi pulled him out, and Wang Lan had to say something no matter what.

Of course, Chen Zhi's purpose was not to let him speak, but to find an excuse to praise Mr. Jinyang fully.

"Sir, I am being modest. I have seen your "Nine Changes Picture" before. It depicts the prosperity of Luoyang City in detail. It is a long picture with nine changes in succession, from the simplicity outside the city walls to the middle of the city. The liveliness of the city finally reaches the palace city. There are wonderful meanings everywhere, and the charm of this city is deep. Even people who have never been to Luoyang City will be able to understand the three tastes if they see this "Nine Changes". It is indeed a masterpiece. Excellent work, it can be seen that your painting skills are at the pinnacle and unmatched by others!"

After Chen Zhi said this compliment, everyone's expressions suddenly changed. The reason was very simple. Chen Zhi had been very calm before, and his words and deeds were all stable. When he suddenly said these words, the contrast was really big.

So much so that Wang Lan himself had to stand up and shake his head, saying, "What a shame, what a shame! People from the mountains and wilds really don't deserve such praise from Tai Le Ling."

"You deserve it, you deserve it! Don't be too modest, sir." Chen Zhi smiled, feeling an extra piece of paper in his arms, knowing the trick in his heart, "Actually, I say this because if you want to compete, someone will inevitably criticize, just like before There are five people in two academies who all have the same evaluation. If I were to compete with Mr. Zhao, someone would inevitably come forward to tell the difference between the two of us. But at Mr. Zhao's level, how can ordinary painters distinguish between good and bad? , only people like Mr. Jinyang can do that."

As soon as the words came out, everyone understood what he meant, and they had different thoughts.

"Chen Zhi seems to be praising Wang Lan and Zhao Yuan, but he also praises himself. The subtext of this statement clearly means that his and Zhao Yuan's paintings are indistinguishable, and only Wang Lan can It’s the details that make the difference.”

Luo Xun watched with cold eyes, clearly observing the changes in the atmosphere in the hall, and also having a taste of everyone's thoughts. At this time, he looked at each other and whispered with a few familiar people around him.

Not far away, Leqi, who sat down again, shook his head slightly and sneered in a low voice: "That's not a small tone. Zhao Yuan's reputation for being an expert in calligraphy and painting is not brought by strong winds, but is actually built up with calligraphy and painting." Some of the paintings that he got up were even put into the palace, and many people praised him. If you have any doubts about his reputation, you only need to enter a few pavilions to see the paintings. In comparison, Chen Zhiyao and Zhao Yuan The competition is not only about calligraphy, but also about painting skills. His calligraphy is quite famous. I heard that he has already been awarded the title, so he might be able to compete. However, the name of this painting has never been spread. This is too big to say. "

His words were heard by Zhimin Pavilion Master Liu Jin, who was a few people away. The latter couldn't help but nodded silently, and the emotions in his heart became more and more complicated.Originally, Liu Jin was entrusted by the Xun family and Shendu Academy to go to the Chen family's mansion to give Chen Zhi a chance, but by accident, rumors spread in the city that he wanted to get close to Chen Zhi, so he was arrested. The Xun family reprimanded him, and in shame, he closed himself up. His reputation was damaged, and he was thinking about where to get it back.

Unexpectedly, not long after this, news of the tasting meeting came, and then he published the reputation changes of several critics there, so he came here with the idea of ​​​​following the previous rumors to see if he could gain benefits, but Looking at it now, Chen Zhi's behavior seems to be unsound.

"Don't just talk big words, but also say that he wants to use words to sway Zhao Yuan, and the discussion is only at the level of calligraphy? This may not be possible. Even if Zhao Yuan can be talked through, everyone else behind will not let it go easily. If you can't beat him, it's impossible for Chen Zhi to turn every competition to his advantage."

Because of his encounter in the Chen family, Liu Jin was quite wary of Chen Zhi's methods. Looking at his expression at this time, he thought to himself, knowing that except for Zhao Yuan, Na Leqi would not let him go easily, and would do it later. challenge.

"As Chen Zhi himself said, there are specializations in the arts. He probably thought that when facing different challenges, he would limit the situation to areas that are beneficial to him. For example, when facing Zhao Yuan's calligraphy and painting skills, If they are both outstanding, they propose a calligraphy competition, but I’m afraid it’s not easy to do this kind of thing.”

Liu Jin's thoughts dropped. Wang Lan couldn't stand Chen Zhi's praise and agreed to criticize. Zhao Yuan shouted: "Tai Leling, let's get started. I see you laid out pens, ink, paper and inkstones, and invited Jinyang." The teacher is the judge, so why don’t we let him come up with the topic, and you and I will paint the painting, and then mention a few words on the painting, what do you think?"

Zhao Yuan didn't give Chen Zhi a chance to push back. He said everything he said, stating that painting should be the main focus and preventing Chen Zhi from bringing up calligraphy.

After saying this, everyone in the hall couldn't help but shake their heads, feeling that Chen Zhi's situation was not good. Even Wang Yan and others frowned, thinking about the dangers involved.

Only Chen Zhi looked normal and said with a smile: "In that case, please ask Mr. Jinyang to come up with a question."

Wang Lan's expression didn't change much. After hearing this, he thought for a moment and then said: "Since Tai Leling and Zhao Jun are so flattering, I won't act like a girl there. This topic is also simple, so I'll borrow it today." It is a blessing that we can gather here because of Tai Le Ling and talk about what we have learned. How about using this as a guide to paint a picture?"

"What happened today?" Zhao Yuan laughed immediately after hearing this, "So that's it, very good, very good! Just what I wanted! I'll serve you with the pen and ink. Please wait a moment while I paint a picture. "

When he spoke, he showed a smile and held his hands towards everyone.

At this time, music, chess, calligraphy and painting were quite popular, and scholars had many different areas of painting. Those who were good at this often spent many days working on one painting, and the scroll was quite long, which was called a long scroll. Today, everyone gathered together, Zhao Yuan If he wanted to compete with Chen Zhi in terms of painting skills, he couldn't spend several days with everyone waiting around, so he had to draw quickly, that is, complete a painting in a short time.

This is not so strange. From time to time, scholars gathered together, drank wine and composed poems, and then painted a picture when they were interested. It was done quickly. Otherwise, if you wait a few days and wake up from drunkenness, what's the point?
Zhao Yuan showed a direct temper. After saying something, he chose a table and sat down. He raised his head and said to everyone: "I'm going to write first, so as not to keep you waiting for a long time." Then he turned to Chen Zhi. He said, "Tai Leling, why don't you and I just stick to one stick of incense?"

Chen Zhi nodded and said with a smile: "Yes, I will go and make peace with this employer right now." After saying that, he took two steps forward, turned a corner, took out the chapter on heroes in his arms, and put it into "Xiao Gui Cao Sui" book".

But the reason for praising Wang Lan just now is to obtain his painting skills and add them to this book to gain his abilities.

This book can store chapters of three people and imbue them with a certain skill. Chen Zhi had previously stated in the Chen Mansion that he would practice in the Mansion. In addition to music, he also had painting skills. However, his painting skills were limited. In the previous life, it was not outstanding among many skills. The so-called practice was just to become familiar with the changes in the wrist and lay a little psychological foundation.

At this time, the chapters were entered into the book, and Chen Zhi's heart suddenly burst into various emotions. Countless techniques and pictures flashed across his heart, and he was filled with emotion.

"Mr. Jinyang is indeed well-deserved. I only blessed his painting skills, but his breathing skills can be used for various inspirations. With such ability, I will practice more in the future so that my muscles, bones and skin can remember the painting skills." I don’t know how much the improvement will be.”

On second thought, he also gave instructions to his employer. After the two parties agreed, they turned back to the lobby and started writing under the gaze of those eyes that contained various meanings.

(End of this chapter)