Chapter 426: Chapter 426: 404 Twilight of the Gods_1

Experts reveal their mastery with just one move.

Each member of this literary exchange group is a prominent figure in the cultural circle.

Those who try to fish for reputation in this group must possess a certain level of literary accomplishment. Just a glance is enough for them to appreciate the ingeniousness of this poem!

Some have even picked up their phones and started reflecting on the content.

Their recitations strictly follow the rhythm and blend well with the artistic conception, so much so that it feels like it all flows naturally.

In fact, just the upper part of this poem already reveals the author’s grand narratives!

It combines ethereal and grand atmosphere with a sense of ancient and solitary mood that seems to seep through the paper!

“How long will the full moon last…”

Initially, it poses questions in a straightforward manner, which seems very simple.

You must know, what the literary world pursues is a kind of implicit beauty, various poets tend to pursue complexity and infinite changes.

It seems show-offy, but at the same time more artistic.

In the eyes of some, a poem about the moon would be perfect if it doesn’t contain the word ‘moon’ at all.

However, this author chose to go against the grain.

The poem starts with the question “How long will the full moon last”, like a rebellious “you tell me not to do this, but I’m going to do it anyway” style.

But…

Combined with the subsequent reading, this kind of rebelliousness seems more like a reflection of returning to simplicity!

Still disagree?

Keep reading then!

Starting from “I wonder what the Celestial Palace above looks like”, the poet’s artistic conception has transitioned from babbling brooks to towering mountains and flowing rivers. When people read the lines after “I wish to ride the wind and return”, they even feel the momentum of a long river flowing into the sea!

Yet, the text remains so ethereal.

Just a few lines depict an enchanting celestial scene.

By this point, denial is not an option!

Therefore, even such a high-level literary group is startled, this is almost inevitable. If a masterpiece like “Song of Water” can’t make waves in the literary world, it would surely be a display of incapability of the literary circle…

However, when that professor asked who the author was, the person who shared the poem didn’t reply immediately.

Instead, the discussion triggered by this work has been roaring.

“Excellent poem, almost the best example amongst all moon-chanting poems I’ve read!”

“Over the many years of development, poems with deep and grand moods are countless. But in our modern times, many works tend to exhaust all their linguistic resources and wander in complexity and variation. Of course, masters who could return to simplicity exist, but when it comes to moon-themed poems, only a scarce few have reached this level of artistic conception, this author is not ordinary.”

“Indeed.”

“As the poem changes, so does its artistic conception, even expanding on it but remaining so effortless…”

“What a great line ‘Wishing that people will last forever, sharing the beauty of the moon even miles apart’, it’s extraordinarily brilliant.”

“I like this line better, ‘People have sorrow and joy, partings and reunions, the moon has waxing and waning, completeness and lack’, the mutual analogy between the moon and humans is truly wonderful.”

“…”

The professor who first asked the question tagged the person who shared the poem again: “Little Wang, who is the author of this work? Don’t tell me it’s you, I know very well how much you’re capable of.”

“Professor Wang, don’t say that, can’t I make… alright, I really can’t write this kind of lyric.”

The person who shared the poem, nicknamed “Little Wang”, replied awkwardly.

However, the big shots in the group quickly zeroed in on the keyword in Little Wang’s words:

“Lyric?”

“Did you mistype?”

“This clearly appears to have the rhythm of an ancient poem. If I’m not mistaken, it should be a variant of ‘Song of Water’. This is natural considering that ‘Song of Water’ has been passed down for so many years and has undergone countless forms.”

“Absolutely, can a songwriter of a popular song compose such a masterpiece?”

“Little Wang, you must speak more precisely.”

“…”

Although the group is made up of big shots, their statuses vary.

This “Little Wang”, despite being a very famous literary figure outside, is still one of the juniors in this group of big shots. He is considered in the lower rank of the group, anyone can reprimand him:

“It truly is a song lyric!”

Little Wang quickly shared the song titled “Wishing that people will last forever” into the group, feeling a bit apprehensive.

This group has a lot of old fellows.

Something like the “war of gods” is for youngsters, old fellows wouldn’t care about that.

They just hold a book, read for an entire morning, then discuss it in the group in the afternoon. Occasionally, when there’s some movement in the academic circle, these old fellows would consider whether to voice out…

But when they do voice out, the literary world trembles.

The group chat temporarily quieted down.

Apparently, everyone has gone to listen to the song.

After a few minutes is enough for everyone to finish the song, the group started bustling again.

“Such a good poem is used as a lyric? Absolutely absurd!”

Some big shot seemed to be very unsatisfied.

However, differing views were quickly voiced:

“I think it’s quite good. Young people like to listen to music these days. The popularity of ancient poetry culture can’t compare with that of songs. The combination of the two might ignite more interest in ancient poetry culture.”

“Such a waste!”

Another big shot made his view known.

The opposing opinion followed closely: “Liu, why would you say that it’s a waste? Composing music for these words full of ancient charm wouldn’t conceal the poem’s excellency, rather it would contribute to its propagation.”

“…”

The old guys with differing opinions were increasing, even trends of quarrels emerged.

Little Wang cautiously made his statement: “I think… esteemed teachers, may I speak?”

“Speak!”

The professor who first asked the author spoken up.

Little Wang nervously typed out: “Old poems were made to be sung. It’s just that most of the old tunes haven’t been passed down. Setting a poem to music is actually something the ancients would do. Moreover, both the melody and lyrics of this song were created by Xian Yu himself, so of course he has the right.”

This statement sparked reflection within the group.

Although some elders were stubborn, they weren’t unwilling to accept correct opinions.

“There’s some truth in what you’re saying.”n/o/vel/b//in dot c//om

“The combination of verse and music indeed has ancient origins.”

“Exactly, you old folks are simply outdated, I listen to pop music normally too, this song is sung incredibly, there’s also another pop song titled “Ten Years” that I love, you guys obviously haven’t heard it.”

“It was indeed sung well, the girl who sang it seems to comprehend the poetic imagery.”

“It’s just the ‘qi’ in Low Qi Door sounded like ‘yi’, it was unclear.”

“…”

Little Wang, looking at the group chat, didn’t dare to say that “Ten Years” was also written by Xian Yu.

Then.

Someone in the group asked again: “The author is Xian Yu, does anyone here know him?”

“Xian Yu eh, I know him.”

Surprisingly, one of the authoritative figures from the Literature and Art Association also appeared and sent a lengthy message:

“Didn’t you guys discuss a few poems last year? The line ‘Birds extinct as mountains stay, forest paths erased by none in the way’ is from Xian Yu. Also, he wrote the peach blossom poem ‘The world laughs at my madness’, it’s from his movie called ‘Flirting Scholar’. There are some other works that I can’t recall at the moment. I had someone investigate him, this Xian Yu is an ungraduated college student, young and yet so talented. I had considered inviting him to join the Association, but he’s too young right now. It’s not feasible.”

Upon reading this, Little Wang jumped with fright.

Blue Star’s Literature and Art Association was paying attention to Xian Yu?

This was a mouthpiece for the arts, an official body that manages artists!

From seasonal rankings to various novel awards and so on, they were all hosted by the Literature and Art Association!

The authority that countless people vied to get into was seriously considering the prospect of absorbing Xian Yu?

They didn’t take him immediately because Xian Yu was too young?

If he continues to develop, what will become of this fish?

Shivering, Little Wang began to consider whether he could get in touch with this mysterious Xian Yu at some opportune moment later.

“He’s Xian Yu?”

“A college student?”

“Now that you’ve said all this, I get it. The kid likes music, likes classical literature and culture, likes to fuse them together. There’s nothing wrong with that.”

“He’s a good prospect.”

“To write such poetry at a young age, he’s a genius.”

“I really love his line ‘I urge you to drink one more glass, as past Yangguan pass, no more old friends will you find.’ Just don’t know which Yangguan pass? Is it the one in Chu land or Wei land?”

“In a few years, we should invite him into this group. Good prospects should be protected, understand?”

A user with gibberish as ID commented.

One of the representatives of the Literature and Art Association quickly responded, as this user with the gibberish ID was obviously not an ordinary member:

“Certainly, such a good prospect, we can’t let him grow up twisted. The Literature and Art Association will need talents like him in the future.”

“Also, about the textbooks being recompiled…”

“We have some other matters, let’s continue in private chat…”

This group chat, seemingly idle, has a tremendous impact on the outside world!

About two hours after the Xian Yu discussion, the Literature and Art Association’s official tribe suddenly shared the song “How Long Will the Full Moon Last”.

The accompanying text was:

“The lyrics are strictly based on the ancient poetic rhythm, named ‘Song of Water’, How long will the full moon last, consider this the pinnacle of the moon theme!”

Immediately after.

A community account with Blue Star as its profile picture shared it: “Excellent!”

The official seal was affixed, and the conclusion was made!

All debate about how excellent the lyrics of “How Long Will the Full Moon Last” were fell silent with the Literature and Art Association’s conclusion.

The peak of moon-themed songs!

The official conclusion is more impactful than any songwriter’s praises and any netizen’s heated discussion!

Meanwhile.

On the seasonal ranking chart.

“How Long Will the Full Moon Last”, which had led all songs from its release, saw its downloads surge again, leaving the second place far behind!

In the industry.

Many hadn’t time to react before they feel like their throats were choked. Still, it was a maestro who finally managed to voice everyone’s inner thoughts, in a moment of trance:

“Twilight of the Gods…”

This was the first time in history that a song reached the apex of the Battle of the Gods solely by virtue of its lyrics.