#363 - Chapter 363 Shang Yan II
Cheng Feng immediately understood upon hearing this.
Could it be that Miss Shang Yan wanted to use this opportunity to further test his talent?
He smiled slightly and nodded without hesitation, "Of course, Miss Shang Yan, please listen carefully."
"Flirtatious eyes follow shy closing, crimson lips part with laughter.
Wind sweeps the grape sash, sunlight illuminates the pomegranate skirt."
After hearing this, Shang Yan's face flushed even more, and her eyes sparkled with admiration.
Hong Yu, listening from the side, felt something was off: "Young Master Cheng can create poetry with just a few words, truly showing his overflowing talent, but doesn't this sound a bit..."
Cheng Feng smiled modestly, feeling that being able to create something without preparation was already pretty good.
Being able to have a courtesan pay him to write poetry was something he could brag about.
If the act of plagiarism wasn't revealed, who would know?
Then it would be his own humble work.
Cheng Feng continued Hong Yu's words, saying, "I feel an instant connection with Miss Shang Yan.
Facing such beauty as Miss Shang Yan, I naturally have some admiration.
My words may be somewhat presumptuous, I hope Miss Shang Yan will forgive me."
Upon hearing Cheng Feng's words, the blush on Shang Yan's face deepened even more.
However, her eyes held a bit more amusement, seemingly not taking those slightly presumptuous words to heart.
In this bustling world, one cannot help oneself; there's no reason to be disgusted, right?
"Young Master Cheng is too serious. Being so admired by you, Shang Yan is also delighted in her heart.
However, what Hong Yu said also makes some sense.
Although your poetic talent is high, it seems to have some frivolous intent.
I wonder if you could compose another poem to express your sincerity?"
Her flowing gaze exuded a hint of allure.
Cheng Feng felt a chill in his heart. He was already pushed to this point; how could he possibly stop?
He frowned slightly, pondered for a moment, and then smiled, "Since Miss Shang Yan has this request, Cheng will naturally comply. Please listen carefully."
He picked up his cup, took a couple of sips of tea to moisten his throat, while his mind quickly raced.
Which poem should he choose?
"Moonlight like water reflects floral faces, gentle breeze caresses, feelings lingering.
May we have this life to be together, not failing the beauty, not failing the heavens."
As soon as this poem came out, the light in Shang Yan's eyes shone even brighter.
She clapped her hands lightly and praised, "Wonderful poem! Young Master Cheng is indeed exceptionally talented.
This poem is both affectionate and sincere.
Shang Yan is deeply moved."
Hong Yu, listening from the side, couldn't help but nod her head as well.
In her heart, she had a bit more recognition of Cheng Feng's talent.
Her almond-shaped eyes darted around, wondering what she was thinking!
Hong Yu smiled and said, "Young Master Cheng is indeed extraordinary, able to move people's hearts with two poems in a row.
It seems that my previous worries were unnecessary."
Cheng Feng smiled modestly, secretly rejoicing in his heart that he had passed another test.
Although he was just borrowing the poems of the ancients,
being able to come up with them at this moment was also a skill.
Who here could expose him?
Hehe he, enjoying the admiring gazes of the two beauties,
Cheng Feng couldn't help but feel elated.
"Miss Shang Yan, Miss Hong Yu, Cheng is just an ordinary person.
To be able to sit and discuss poetry with the two of you is truly a stroke of good fortune.
If there is an opportunity, Cheng will definitely create another beautiful verse to express my sincerity."
As Cheng Feng spoke, his eyes were filled with sincerity and anticipation.
Upon hearing this, Shang Yan revealed a sweet smile on her face.
She said softly, "Young Master Cheng is too serious. To be able to meet you is also Shang Yan's good fortune.
Hong Yu, do you think we should celebrate our meeting today?"
Hong Yu nodded with a smile and said, "Of course, we should celebrate.
I will go and instruct the kitchen to prepare some wine and dishes.
Let's three of us not return until we're drunk tonight!"
Thus, Cheng Feng, Shang Yan, and Hong Yu enjoyed wine and admired the moon in the brothel, chatting and laughing.
This made Leng Feng, the follower, extremely envious.
Why is the difference between people so great?
He was still thinking about finding a few girls to accompany him earlier!
Looking at the sect leader's sudden scholarly air,
was that still the Hong Sect leader who dominated Qingxi County?
What?
Hong Sect's cultural class was promoted and required by Cheng Feng?
Oh, then it's okay.
Cheng Feng, relying on his talent, successfully won the hearts of the two girls,
and in the drunken haze, Cheng Feng's eyes were covered with a layer of mist.
Who exactly does that piece of paper point to?
As the night deepened and the moon waned, what made Cheng Feng a little embarrassed was that
Shang Yan actually wanted Cheng Feng to stay overnight,
the kind that didn't cost money.
Cheng Feng never imagined that just two little poems
would attract the heart of a beauty.
However, in the current situation, Cheng Feng could only play along.
Cheng Feng still had some cleanliness in his heart.
A pair of jade arms for a thousand pillows, a bit of vermilion lips tasted by ten thousand guests.
Cheng Feng really didn't dare to provoke such a woman.
It's not that he didn't want to,
but he was afraid of getting some venereal disease or something.
Even if he had some of Cao Cao's style, it would be more harm than good!
He was a master of medicine, but the women at home were also quite fragrant.
Shang Yan and Hong Yu watched Cheng Feng's departing figure, their hearts filled with anticipation,
expecting Cheng Feng's next visit.
This was what Cheng Feng had promised them.
Cheng Feng's footsteps gradually faded into the night, his heart filled with both pride and helplessness.
One thousand taels of silver was undoubtedly a huge sum of money for ordinary people,
but now, he was just spending it to meet the two courtesans.
It was really extravagant.
But in order to get closer to the truth, he had to do so.
He didn't directly get the information he wanted tonight, but at least he had narrowed down the scope, which made him feel a little relieved.
He hoped his plan to lure the snake out of its hole would succeed!
Hong Yu looked in the direction where Cheng Feng had left, a playful smile appearing on the corner of her mouth.
She turned her head to look at Shang Yan, whose usually agile eyes were now filled with a bit of loneliness.
"What's wrong? Has our talented woman also had a moment of infatuation?
However, I don't think that Young Master Cheng is as ordinary as he says."
Upon hearing this, Shang Yan's cheeks flushed red, but then dimmed down again.
"Hong Yu, why do you tease me?
I know my status is humble and I'm not worthy of a talent like Young Master Cheng.
However, the poems he composed today, every sentence was affectionate,
making it inevitable for me to have some delusions in my heart."
Hong Yu gently patted Shang Yan's shoulder and continued to comfort her, "Shang Yan, you really don't need to be too humble.
In this Red Chamber Pavilion, your talent and beauty are well-recognized.
Those few on the fifth floor, if we're talking about genuine talent, may not be better than you.
The reason why they can stand in that position is more because of the big shots behind them supporting them.
As for Young Master Cheng, he is indeed a talented person,
but as I said just now, the fate of this world is elusive."
Shang Yan nodded lightly, her gaze still looking into the distance, seemingly thinking about something.
"Hong Yu, you're right. However, I always feel that Young Master Cheng has a special temperament that makes me want to understand him."
Upon hearing this, Hong Yu smiled slightly and said, "Shang Yan, are you attracted by his talent?
This is only two poems????
No way????"
Shang Yan nodded again, a hint of determination flashing in her eyes.
"Hong Yu, don't worry, I will always remind myself not to let my emotions cloud my judgment."
Hong Yu slapped her forehead. Damn, the mission given by the sect is probably not going to be easy to complete!!!
