Chapter 355 - Chapter 355: Chapter 362: Concealed Heaven and Earth (1/2)

Chapter 355: Chapter 362: Concealed Heaven and Earth

Not only were Han Yu and his wife Shangguan Wuyou surprised by Su Wenyue’s sudden pivotal role at the crucial moment, after all, Su Wenyue had never shown any inclination toward scholarship, but even Yiyang Prefecture’s Four Great Talents hadn’t expected that Su Wenyue would have an answer, especially since the riddle wasn’t posed by them, and they didn’t know the solution either.

When they saw the two characters Su Wenyue wrote on the paper, everyone was even more confused. They recognized the characters, but they really couldn’t understand how they were related to the riddle, let alone what the two characters meant when connected.

Su Wenyue knew this was the answer, but to be honest, she didn’t really understand how these two characters constituted the solution. However, she desperately wanted that colorful exquisite lamp, so she wrote out the two characters from her memory.

The host, who was just a facilitator with mediocre literary skills, also couldn’t see the connection, so once Su Wenyue wrote down the answer, he passed it to the Four Great Talents to confirm whether it was correct or not.

Upon receiving the answer, the Four Great Talents were inwardly distressed and somewhat embarrassed. They truly didn’t know the answer; the one who brought out the riddle didn’t share the solution with them. Now, what could they say? Alas, they could only tell the truth. Although it was damaging to their reputation, they could not just blindly guess.

At that moment, a servant rushed onto the stage, claiming to be the domestic help of one of the Four Great Talents. He reported that there was an urgent matter at home, and after being confirmed by the Great Talents, he was allowed on stage.

After the so-called servant left the stage, the expressions on the Four Great Talents’ faces relaxed considerably, as if they had finally breathed a sigh of relief. They gave Su Wenyue a respectful bow, making a gesture of admiration, “Madam is highly talented. We concede defeat – the answer is correct.”

Upon hearing that Su Wenyue had given the correct answer, the crowd erupted in chatter once again, signaling that today’s Lantern Riddle Contest winner had been decided. Some people were awaiting the host to announce the riddle and the solution, but it was not forthcoming, which left them somewhat disappointed, not understanding why such a mysterious question couldn’t be revealed.

“So, does this mean we’ve won first place?” Ye Xinxin, who hadn’t expected much after seeing Shangguan Wuyou stumped and had already given up hope, was surprised by Su Wenyue’s sudden stunning performance and that the answer was correct. She couldn’t react right away and felt that the concession was a little too easy.

“Yes, my younger sister-in-law is truly beyond appearances; I had underestimated her before,” Han Yu said with a hint of admiration.

“This is fantastic, we’ve got first place! Sister Yue, you were amazing, haha, the best colorful lamp in the world is now ours,” Ye Xinxin cheered again after getting confirmation, unable to contain her excitement. She was so overjoyed she almost couldn’t wait to retrieve the colorful exquisite lamp from the black wooden box and thoroughly study it to see what made this ‘Number One Lamp in the World’ so extraordinary.

Shangguan Wuyou silently touched his forehead, thinking, ‘Madam, should you really be so proudly vocal about it? Everyone is watching us, could this be a tad too provoking?’ Especially since that colorful exquisite lamp was coveted by many.

However, seeing his daughter-in-law in such a state of joy, he realized that saying anything would be futile, so he kept quiet. After all, those determined to steal would definitely make an attempt, and he wouldn’t hold back. As for the envy, jealousy, and resentment of irrelevant people, it was something he never cared about, so he decided to let his daughter-in-law enjoy the moment. Besides, the colorful exquisite lamp belonged to Su Wenyue. After all, if he had lost, it was ultimately Su Wenyue who proposed the riddle and won the contest.