Prince of Tang Dynasty

Chapter 461 Writing Poems

Daming Lake is located in Jinan, a bit far from Mount Tai, so even though Gao Ming and the others rode there, it was already late when they arrived.

Therefore, the group stayed at the local government office for one night, and went to Daming Lake early the next morning.

In the Tang Dynasty, the area of ​​Daming Lake was not as spectacular as that of later generations. One of its biggest advantages is that it is full of lotus flowers, so it also has the reputation of "Lianzi Lake".

Li Shimin undoubtedly likes lotus very much, otherwise it would be impossible to build a fish and algae pond in the palace. Other officials like lotus, and they only started to follow suit after Gao Ming made "Ai Lian Shuo".

As for following the trend, there are two reasons. The first is to work from top to bottom, try to get closer to the preferences of the superiors, so that we can have more common topics when we meet in the future, and increase the favorability by the way.

Second, since the publication of "Ai Lian Shuo", the lotus flower has become a symbol of noble character, and these officials naturally have to be arty, so as to make themselves look more "noble".

It is precisely because of these two reasons that Daming Lake, which was not very popular in this period, suddenly became popular. Even a big shot like Li Shimin came here and wanted to hang out.

It was May at this time, and the edge of Daming Lake was already full of emerald green lotus leaves. In addition to the fresh air in the morning, standing by the lake suddenly made people feel somewhat open-minded.

Even Gao Ming at this time had a smile on his face, which was a little depressed because of getting up early.

"Well, it feels good, I really want to write a poem!"

As soon as Gao Ming finished speaking, Li Shimin, who was standing next to him, and the surrounding officials immediately cast their eyes on him, but no one said a word.

For a moment, the scene suddenly became a little awkward.

Seeing this scene, Gao Ming frowned immediately.

"What are you looking at, do you think I can't write any good poems?"

Hearing what Gao Ming said, all the officials immediately looked at each other in blank dismay.

It stands to reason that they should deny it immediately at this time, but they are also worried that if Gao Ming's brain twitches and he writes a poem like the "thin at the top and thick at the bottom" like when he was in Taishan before, he will be slapped in the face ?
If it really becomes like that, it will become a joke. It is for this reason that the people present looked at each other, but they didn't speak.

In the end, Li Shimin couldn't stand it anymore, so he opened his mouth immediately.

"Since you want to write poetry, then do it!"

From Li Shimin's point of view, no matter how abhorrent Gao Ming is on such a beautiful day like now, it is impossible to come here to spoil the scenery and sweep everyone's nature at this time.

It's a pity that Li Shimin guessed wrong, only he can't think of it, there is no one who can't do it.

Under the gaze of everyone, Gao Ming slowly walked to the front, then cleared his throat, and began to chant loudly.

"Daming Lake is big, there are lotus flowers in Daming Lake, and there are toads on the lotus flowers, poking and jumping."

Li Shimin: "..."

All the ministers: "..."

As soon as Gao Ming's poem came out, everything was completely silent.

Li Shimin's face turned green as if he had swallowed a toad himself.

At this moment, he was not in the mood to appreciate any more beautiful scenery, and after glaring at Gao Ming, he turned and left with his hands behind his back.

Li Shimin didn't notice that Gao Ming, who was following behind him, suddenly smiled.

"Hey, now I can go back to Chang'an."

That's right, Gao Ming's plan is to create a barrier for Li Shimin, until he walks away, or until he can't help but drive himself away!
And Li Shimin soon discovered the clever Xiao Jiujiu, so after walking for a while, he suddenly looked back at Zhou Yun.

"Inspector Zhou, I remember that besides Lianzi Lake, Luoshui is also a good place to go, right?"

Zhou Yun didn't expect Li Shimin to know the place of Luoshui, so after hearing Li Shimin's words, he quickly bowed to him.

"Your Majesty is wise, this Luoshui is indeed a good place to go!"

Hearing Zhou Yun's answer, Li Shimin smiled slightly, and then gave Gao Ming a meaningful look.

"Then let's go to Luoshui!"

"Yes!"

Seeing that Li Shimin decided to go to Luoshui, Zhou Yun quickly agreed and led the way.

Seeing this scene, Gao Ming who was walking behind immediately frowned.

"Although I'm not familiar with this place, I've heard of all the places of interest and historical sites here, but I haven't heard of any of them. Could it be a treasure lost in the long river of history?"

Thinking of this, Gao Ming's eyes became more curious.

However, when he followed Li Shimin and others to the place called Luoshui, he showed a helpless face.

"I thought what Luoshui was, but it turned out to be Baotu Spring!"

Baotu Spring was indeed called Luoshui in the Tang Dynasty, and it was not until the Song Dynasty that an official named Zeng Gong gave it the name "Baotu Spring".

Gao Ming didn't know the origin of Baotu Spring, but he knew that the right to name the spring was now in his hands.

"As long as I move my mouth, it may not be called Baotu Spring in the future, but if it is not called Baotu Spring, what should it be called?"

Gao Ming thought about it for a while, and finally decided that it would be better to use the name Baotu Spring, so he opened his mouth to everyone.

"My lords, this place used to be called Luoshui, but this name is too common, why not call it Baotu Spring, which symbolizes the leaping tiger of Tang Dynasty!"

Hearing Gao Ming's words, Li Shimin's face suddenly showed a bit of thinking.

"Baotu Spring? Well, that's a good name, let's call it Baotu Spring!"

Having said that, he saw that Gao Ming's eyes softened a little.

"It seems that this guy finally doesn't intend to make trouble, so that's fine..."

Li Shimin obviously underestimated Gao Ming's determination to add barriers, he just thought of this when Gao Ming who was standing beside him spoke again.

"Today's beautiful scenery, it is really unreasonable not to write a poem. Since everyone is looking forward to it so much, I will write a poem!"

Who is looking forward to it?

Hearing Gao Ming's words, Li Shimin immediately turned his head and glanced around, and the officials who made eye contact with him lowered their heads to show that they did not have any expectations for Gao Ming's poems.

But no matter whether they expect it or not, it will not have any impact on Gao Ming.

Looking at the three gushing springs of Baotu Spring in front of him, he immediately chanted loudly.

"Baotu Spring, Baotu Spring, as thick as three eyes, gurgles and goes out."

Li Shimin: "..."

Officials: "..."

This is also called poetry?
Although everyone's eyes were a little weird, Gao Ming didn't feel any discomfort after reciting the poem. He first smiled, and then patted Governor Zhou Yun on the shoulder.

"Old Zhou, when you turn back, you will erect a stone tablet next to this spring, write the three big characters 'Baotu Spring' on the front, and engrave the poem I just wrote on the back, so that future generations can admire it. What do you think of my idea? ?”

Zhou Yun: "..."

(End of this chapter)