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Chapter 376 - 377 Ten Changes_1

Chapter 376: Chapter 377 Ten Changes_1

"So it’s like that, huh? Seven dynasties face off against seven lengths. If that’s the case, any of the brothers could have thought of that."

"Indeed, indeed, this kind of response should not count, right? If that’s acceptable, then I could come up with one too."

"I bet he just scribbled something down because he saw time was running out, so he wrote anything at random."

After hearing Li Changlin’s second line, many in the audience couldn’t help but laugh in ridicule.

Especially the male counterparts, it was pure, unabashed mockery.

Truth be told, they’d been putting up with Li Changlin for quite some time now.

This guy, seriously, so damn handsome for what? My girlfriend looks at you with stars in her eyes, it’s truly heartbreaking!

It’s infuriating, too maddening for words.

Originally, a lot of people thought they wouldn’t have the chance to vent their frustrations.

Well look at that, you brought this on yourself, brother can’t be blamed!

The guys felt a great sense of relief, but the ladies appeared very disheartened.

Particularly those beauties with boyfriends, seeing their own men mocking the heartthrob—it was as if they were lit afire, and they immediately started arguing.

What a lively scene it was, truly uplifting, even lifting one’s spirits considerably.

The crowd below was abuzz with discussion, and many contestants on stage furrowed their brows slightly.

Even the other four judges and the two supporters had a look of confusion flashing in their eyes.

Only Elder Gu remained indifferent, appearing very calm, simply gazing at Li Changlin as if he were seeing right through him.

"Young man, aside from this explanation, is there another meaning to your second line?" After a while, Elder Gu finally spoke up again.

Upon hearing his question, the noise from the crowd above and below gradually dissipated, and everyone looked at Li Changlin with curiosity.

"Elder sir, might I inquire if your first line has another interpretation?" Li Changlin bowed his hands in respect, his expression also very calm, his face always bearing a serene smile.

"My first line can be read in this way." Elder Gu looked up at Li Changlin with a nod and a smile, "The clouds swell, long and rising, a prolonged increase and decrease."

Since ’long’ is a polyphonic character, it can be varied within this couplet.

And with the change in word tone, the artistic conception of the first line immediately changed as well.

The onlookers who were there just for the spectacle felt that this first line was too profound, realizing that it could also be read this way; however, Elder Gu’s words, to those knowledgeable in the field, conveyed a completely different artistic conception.

Still, the same old saying holds true: laymen watch the fun, experts watch the technique.

"Elder Gu’s first line can truly be described as a masterful couplet," the judges exclaimed, having tried many times themselves but ultimately choosing defeat.

There’s no helping it, second best is just that.

Elder Gu’s wisdom and life experience simply can’t be matched by others.

Even the officials from the National Writers Association had to admit defeat; if they couldn’t come up with a matching line, it was perfectly normal.

Everyone felt a sense of balance in their hearts.

Though they marveled, there was no feeling of embarrassment.

"What a great first line!" Li Changlin nodded, then smiled broadly, "This second line of mine also has one interpretation, I would like Elder Gu’s guidance."

"I wouldn’t dare to offer guidance; let’s discuss it together," Elder Gu responded without taking the seniority card. Seeing how much Li Changlin respected his elders, his tone became much friendlier.

Li Changlin answered with an acknowledgement, then continued, "The sea tides swell, morning tides swell; morning tides rise and fall."

"The sea tides swell, morning tides swell; morning tides rise and fall!" Following Li Changlin’s completion, Elder Gu repeated the phrase and then fell silent, savoring the words.

After a long while, he suddenly slapped his hand on the table and excitedly exclaimed, "Excellent, excellent, that’s just brilliant!"

"What? This couplet can be read like that? My goodness, that’s impressive!"

"Damn, not bad at all, goodness gracious."

"My idol, I support you, you’re amazing!"

"So awesome, this response is really spot on!"

"Well matched! Be it the artistic conception or the profundity, there’s nothing to criticize, I am truly convinced."

As Elder Gu’s words faded, many people, especially the contestants, immediately caught on.

As for the other four judges, they too were profoundly shocked.

At this moment, the four of them threw away any pretense of composure, hurriedly stood up, and quickly made their way over.

"Elder Gu, Elder Gu, has someone really matched your couplet? Did contestant number ten really do it?"

All four judges were visibly thrilled.

They had been pondering over this couplet for nearly five years.

To be honest, it was a real struggle.

Day and night, constantly thinking and calculating, who knows how many brain cells had died in the process.

But unexpectedly, it was this young contestant who had, in one fell swoop, come up with two different responses, providing them with a great relief.

If Li Changlin’s response could also match the other two variations, it would be truly exhilarating; they would no longer have to worry anymore.

For a moment, all four judges looked up at Li Changlin.

Their eyes shone as they looked at him, as if they saw Li Changlin as a treasure.

Seeing this, Li Changlin also felt a series of goosebumps inside, thinking to himself that he was really screwed. He wondered if these judges might have developed a liking for him!

The thought that the four judges could harbor any improper thoughts towards him made Li Changlin’s skin crawl. It was downright terrifying.

Baby is scared!

Li Changlin discreetly took two steps back, his concern mounting. Couldn’t everyone show a bit more restraint?

It was just about finding a matching couplet, what was there to be so astonished about!

"Young man, you’ve really given us a huge surprise!" The judges did not mind Li Changlin’s reaction, and one of them, who resembled Madame Xu, said with a sweet laugh, "There are still nine other variations to Elder Gu’s couplet. If you can also come up with responses for them, I’ll be truly impressed."

"Alright, please pose the question, Elder Gu." Li Changlin bowed slightly, thoroughly unfazed.

Seeing his composure and his unpretentious demeanor, Elder Gu’s impression of Li Changlin underwent a complete change.

After thinking it over, he smiled and said, "My couplet has ten variations in total. To tell you the truth, youngster, since I came up with this couplet, it has troubled me for nearly five years. I hope that this time, you can help me solve this problem once and for all."

"Please speak, Elder Gu, I will do my utmost," Li Changlin bowed slightly, expressing his admiration for Elder Gu.