Daming talker

Chapter 520: Which side has the louder voice? (Vote for the monthly ticket!)

With so many people present, it was of course impossible for all of them to sit in the central military tent. Even in the literary world, there were clear distinctions of rank.

There are roughly several categories of people who are qualified to sit there: people with national reputation, people with cross-regional reputation, people with provincial reputation, local special guests, people who directly serve national figures, or representatives sent by local people.

Of course, this big tent is not completely tight. Except for one side with a curtain wall, the other three sides have doorways open, allowing people outside to vaguely see what is going on inside.

According to the usual procedure, the old leader Wang would definitely give a grand opening speech, then propose a poetry topic for the outsiders to join in the fun, and then the bigwigs present would discuss the matter.

But everyone knows that there will be a "change of leadership" today. It will definitely not be possible for the old leader Wang to propose poetry topics or preside over the overall situation as the leader. These tasks should be left to the new leader.

So the old leader Wang, who was already in a very emotional mood and too lazy to talk, just sat in his seat without saying a word, making the atmosphere in the big tent very depressing.

Others could sit back and watch the conference turn into a joke, but Lin Tailai could not.

So he took the initiative to speak, and said to everyone in the audience in a serious tone: "The current literary world is in a stage of transformation, so this literary conference should play a role in connecting the past and the future and carrying forward the past and opening up the future!"

Everyone just listened seriously, thinking silently in their hearts, doesn't this mean that "the leader should be changed"?

Others' true colors are revealed once their plot is fully revealed, but for you, Lin Tailai, the true colors are revealed before your plot is fully revealed.

Then, Mr. Lin fully expressed his respect for the old comrade and said to Mr. Wang: "As the leading figures in the literary world, we have an even greater responsibility on our shoulders and need to play a greater role than before. Does Mr. Yanzhou agree with this?"

But who among everyone here can't hear what you, Lin Tailai, are hinting at?
The old leader Wang replied weakly: "Unfortunately, I am old and lack energy, and I am unable to take on the responsibility of leading the literary world."

Lin Tailai responded: "Recently I heard a rumor that the Duke of Yanzhou intends to abdicate?"

Everyone was too tired to complain. Wasn't it you, Lin Tailai, who spread this rumor?

The old leader Wang responded with the demeanor of an old senior: "As the saying goes, the new generation replaces the old generation. It is time for me to step down and let the wise take over."

Mr. Lin immediately praised him highly, saying: "Mr. Yanzhou is indeed modest and upright!
But I think that Duke Yanzhou doesn’t need to do this. The literary world cannot do without Duke Yanzhou! I sincerely advise Duke Yanzhou to continue to be the leader of the literary world! "

Everyone should just listen to Lin Tailai's words above, which persuade the old leader to stay in office.

We are all engaged in literature and are all well-versed in historical allusions. Who doesn’t know the story of “Three Refusal and Three Decline”?

Before other seniors could say anything, you, Lin Tailai, rushed to resign and decline the position three times. Have you already regarded yourself as the default successor?
The old leader Wang probably felt that it was really disgusting to be hypocritical and speak in a phony way with Lin Tailai.

So he stopped pretending and said directly, "I have made up my mind. From now on, I will retire to the mountains and rivers and no longer interfere in the affairs of the literary world!

At the same time, I propose that Wuxi's Sun Jigao, the top scholar, be the next leader of the literary world!"

Lin Tailai stood up as if in shock and blurted out, "Isn't this a bad idea? He hasn't achieved much in the literary world."

At this time, Shen Li, the former Minister of Rites, who was also sitting in the upper seat, said: "The writing of Sun Baitan, the champion, is concise and refined, with simple words and profound meaning, and has the style of Bai Juyi.

He was once the best writer in the world, famous throughout the country, highly respected by the people, and still young and strong, so he can be the leader of the alliance."

Mr. Lin did not argue with Shen Li directly, and immediately said: "Let's put it to public discussion. I wonder what you think of Sun Jigao?"

The old scholar Shen Mingchen was the first to speak: "We, the scholars of Zhejiang, oppose Sun Jigao. Wang Yanzhou, you should nominate someone else."

Elder Wang was very surprised. He looked around the tent and asked disdainfully, "Where is Tu Long? When did you, Shen Mingchen, dare to represent the entire Zhejiang literary world?"

Shen Mingchen replied: "Brother Tu has already voluntarily withdrawn from the literary conference and returned to Ningbo."

Everyone: "."

Can it really be proactive to quietly "quit" without saying goodbye to anyone?
Zhang Fengyi glanced at Wang Zhideng and said, "Sun Jigao has no literary reputation in Jiangnan. We in Suzhou literary circles are against Sun Jigao."

Zhao Yongxian, the left assistant minister of the Nanjing Ministry of Rites and a native of Changshu, said angrily: "Your literary world in the prefecture cannot represent the entire Suzhou prefecture! I agree that Sun Jigao should take over as the leader of the literary world!"

Yuan Hongdao then shouted: "We in Hubei Gong'an also oppose Sun Jigao!"

Under Lin Tailai's death gaze, Shandong literary representative Gong Nai said reluctantly: "I object!"

Hearing this voice representing the important Shandong literary world, many people who were still on the sidelines were greatly shocked!
Gong Nai has been living in Gusu Station with Shen Li, Zhao Yongxian and old leader Wang, but now he stands on Lin Tailai's side. Is this person schizophrenic?

Representatives from the more marginal literary circles such as Songjiang Prefecture and Yangzhou Prefecture also spoke out against Sun Jigao. Zhu Shikong, a disciple of Hubei giant Wu Guolun, said weakly: "I only follow the lead of the Duke of Yanzhou."

Wang Daoguan, the younger brother of Huizhou faction giant Wang Daokun, watched coldly and remained silent.

If possible, Wang Daoguan would like to nominate his brother Wang Daokun, but unfortunately, he cannot defeat either of the two hostile parties.

Many other local representatives also chose to wait and see as they watched the two sides in serious conflict, because they themselves had limited power and could not afford to offend either side.

After everything was said and the tent was quiet for a while, Lin Tailai laughed triumphantly and said:
"It is very obvious that there are still many voices opposing Sun Jigao's candidacy!

Shandong, Zhejiang, half of Jiangnan, half of Hubei, and Jiangbei all clearly opposed it, and only half of Jiangnan, half of Hubei, and Henan supported it. "

Just talk about the region. There is no need to mention identities like the former Minister of Rites, the current Minister of Punishments in Nanjing, and the current Left Vice Minister of Rites in Nanjing!
How can we measure the affairs of the literary world by official positions? There is no need to refer to official positions here!
At this moment, there was a sudden noise coming from the direction of the gate, which aroused Mr. Lin's vigilance.

Because there was no such thing in his original plan, which means that an accident occurred.

Then I heard someone outside shouting, "Mr. Nanyue of Wuchang and Mr. Taihan of Xin'an are here!"

Anyone who knows a little about literary anecdotes knows that these two names refer to the two giants Wu Guolun and Wang Daokun, who can be called the three great giants of the time together with the old leader Wang!
This was indeed beyond the expectations of Mr. Lin. The two had originally only sent their disciple Zhu Shikong and his younger brother Wang Daoguan to attend the literary conference and had not expressed any intention of attending in person, but they suddenly showed up today!

Without having to think too much, Lin Tailai understood that this was probably just a little trick of the old leader Wang!
Use this surprise attack to catch yourself off guard!
As the two giants Wu Guolun and Wang Daokun entered the big tent, everyone gave up their seats and another round of seat adjustments was carried out.

After Wu Guolun sat down, he asked, "I haven't asked about literary affairs for a long time, so I am a little unfamiliar with them. Where were we talking about just now?"

The disciple Zhu Shikong, who had arrived earlier, had already stood up and stood behind him. He quickly replied, "Duke Yanzhou proposed Wuxi's top scholar Sun as the next leader of the literary world, but there were many opponents."

Wu Guolun shouted: "The retro-style people are not all dead yet!
On behalf of the literary circles of Hunan, Hubei, Sichuan, Yunyang, Lujiang, Anqing, and Jiujiang, I support any decision made by brother Wang Yanzhou! "

A giant is a giant. He can overwhelm others with his imposing manner when he makes a move. He does not need to maneuver and can directly include representatives from the Midwest.

Wang Daoguan, who had arrived earlier, walked up to his brother Wang Daokun and whispered a few words.

After listening to this, Wang Daokun sighed and thought that it seemed that he would never have the chance to become the leader of the literary world in this lifetime.

Not to mention the old leader Wang, whose rotten boat still has three pounds of nails, even Lin Tailai, who has only risen to prominence a few years ago, can attract more support than himself. What can he use to compete?
"We, the Xin'an School, the Baiyu Society, and the Anhui Jiangyou literary circles also support Wang Yanzhou!" Wang Daokun said publicly on behalf of his own sphere of influence with reluctance.

Watching the excitement in the big tent was overwhelming, and the situation reversed in the blink of an eye!

The voices against Sun Jigao just now seemed very powerful, but the participation of the two giants seemed to have directly changed the balance of power!

It is said that after the Yangzhou Literary Conference two years ago, Wang Daokun had clearly broken up with the old leader Wang, and Wu Guolun also retired in despair.

As a result, these two frail bodies had to travel hundreds and thousands of miles this time, desperately jumping out to strongly support the old leader Wang, and even resorting to a sneak attack at the expense of the face of the giants.

I have to say that Mr. Lin is extremely charming.

Even though Mr. Lin already controls the two important cities of Shandong and Zhejiang, he cannot compare with the combined efforts of the old three giants.

Shen Li smiled and asked Lin Tailai: "Which side has the loudest sound now?"

Under the powerful counterattack from the opposite side, those who opposed Sun Jigao dared not speak anymore and all looked at Lin Tailai, the leader.

Lin Tailai's eyes slowly swept over the old leader Wang, Wu Guolun, Wang Daokun, Shen Li, Zhao Yongxian and others in turn.

He said in a complaining tone, "A bunch of old seniors, who are on average over 60 years old and have no moral integrity, came to deceive and attack a 22-year-old young man like me. Is this good? This is not good, very bad."

When everyone thought that Mr. Lin had no other options, he suddenly turned around and shouted to Gao Changjiang who was standing behind him, "Let him in!"

Everyone is very curious, who is this "he"? Is there anyone who can turn the tide?
Could it be that this "he" refers to the hundreds of elite soldiers holding sharp blades?

Not long after, a middle-aged man with a baby face strode into the tent.

"Feng Shike? How dare he?" A puzzled look appeared on the face of old Alliance Leader Wang. What's the point of this person appearing here?

It is a very shameful thing for an undercover agent to be exposed and expelled. He should have been kept secret. Why did he dare to show up in such a brazen manner?

(End of this chapter)