108. Sincerity

As soon as the words fell.

Mori Ogai's hand holding the pen froze slightly.

He looked up and saw Bai Gui rushing into the crowd. His eyes were slightly inquiring and puzzled. He immediately recalled the short and urgent voice he had just heard, and his face suddenly became a little strange.

Is this the author of this novel?

When I saw this name, I thought it was a Yamato Nadeshiko-style woman, quiet and reserved, gentle and considerate, but how come this person in front of me is... a vigorous and strong boy? !

Bai Gui's well-proportioned muscles bulged slightly, and the fitted black collared uniform seemed a little cramped. Standing there, he had a rather imposing aura, and his eyes were bright and bright.

His height was also higher than that of his peers. It was not noticeable in Qin Province, but when he squeezed in, he stood out from the crowd of onlookers.

Mori Ogai and Futaba Ting Shishu looked at each other.

"You...you are Bai Meihe?"

"Really Bai Meihe?"

Their voices were a little unconfident and trembling.

Tanabe Ryuko's appearance was also very interesting. The pink light of the crystal pendant chandelier reflected on her face, which should be blushing. After all, she made a big joke and was embarrassed.

"My surname is Bai Gui, and my courtesy name is Meihe. Meihe is the name my husband gave me. It comes from the Analects..."

Bai Gui bowed.

At this time, he was speaking Chinese.

The great writers and literary masters in front of him had studied Zhu Xi's philosophy, so they knew Chinese, and he didn't have to worry about a few people not understanding.

Although he could quietly withdraw this time and wait for today's literary club's evaluation to be published in the newspaper before revealing his identity, it would seem that he was too calculating.

In addition, it is worth worrying that there are also many students from the first high school in this literary club's friendship, and someone must know his name, Bai Meihe. Now it was several literary masters who were commenting, so most people were completely in the dark, not knowing who was being talked about. Even if they heard a name, they were not sure, but in the following session when everyone was reading..., it would definitely be exposed.

Rather than being passive, it is better to step forward!

"The purpose of etiquette is harmony. The way of the ancient kings is beautiful."

"This name is well chosen."

Mori Ogai frowned slightly, not expecting that this was a joke caused by Sino-Japanese customs, but with this explanation, he soon understood and smiled at Bai Gui, "You are a student sent from Qing to study in Japan, your article is well written and worth recommending."

He erased part of the review he had just written, but still gave a high evaluation.

Since it has been decided that this is the most recommended novel of the day, any change will inevitably affect their reputation...

Some things can be discussed secretly, but since it has been made public, there can be no regrets.

Besides, this novel is also above standard.

Recommendation is recommended!

It's not a big deal!

However, if it weren't for this strange misunderstanding, maybe the pearl would have been covered in dust. Although the work is good, sometimes it is not necessarily the quality of the work that determines the work...

"Yes, I am this year's government-sponsored student, and I am in the first grade of the first grade. I am from Chang'an, and I once studied in the academy in Wangchuan, Zishui County, and then came to Japan..."

Bai Gui replied.

"Wangchuan? That's where Mo Jie lived in seclusion."

Mori Ogai nodded.

Mo Jie is Wang Wei, Wang Wei is a poet and Buddha, and his influence in Japan is very large. Although not as great as Bai Juyi's influence, anyone who has learned Tang poetry will know Wang Wei's reputation, especially in some temples, there are many poems by Wang Wei.

"I will recommend this novel to Asahi Shimbun and Mainichi Shimbun..."

Mori Ogai is keen on writing Chinese poetry, which is a well-known fact in the industry. Bai Gui's mention of Wang Wei also made him feel much better. Although this is not a novel written by a Japanese, there is a little disappointment, but he can also show his open-mindedness and generosity by wasting some time to recommend one or two.

"I will also recommend it to the newspaper."

Erye Ting Shishu also replied.

"I'm sorry, I misunderstood Bai Jun as a woman, it's my fault."

Tanabe Ryuko bowed to Bai Gui and apologized.

Ordinarily, a fledgling author like Bai Gui would not be too sorry even if she misunderstood. But Tanabe Ryuko is a female writer, and under the remaining feudal system, if she does not apologize, it will have a certain impact on her reputation.

In addition, although Bai Gui is unknown in Japan, she has a reputation in the Qing Dynasty, and she is naturally not comparable to ordinary people.

"I also want to thank Tanabe senior for recommending me."

Bai Gui also responded.

The female student in a sailor suit who recommended Bai Gui's novel to Tanabe Ryuko just now also came over to apologize to Bai Gui.

Thinking of a man as a woman may be laughed off by open-minded people, but some people will also think it is a great shame. Otherwise, Prime Minister Zhuge would not have to send women's clothes to Sima Yi. However, ignorance is not a crime. This was not a big deal. It could rise to the level of apology, but it was not enough to offend anyone...

For a while, everyone was happy.

This incident was also regarded as an anecdote for countless people to talk about after tea.

It was just a small misunderstanding.

"Bai Jun, can you dance with me..."

Tanabe Ryuko invited.

It was evening, and social dancing began.

The Westernization of Japan was more advanced than that of the Qing Dynasty. In the cultural salon of Wu Mansion, men and women did not dare to dance together. But here, there were fewer taboos.

It's just that Bai Gui is basically unfamiliar with the female students present, so he didn't invite him to dance with him at first. Maybe after waiting for a while, a girl with courage and courage will come to him.

"If Tanabe-senpai is willing, I will naturally accompany you."

Bai Gui, who was sitting on the sofa, stood up and put down his wine glass, looking a little surprised.

What was waiting was not a female student, but a young woman.

"How are the customs and customs in Chang'an?"

"I also want to know more about it."

Tanabe Ryuko hugged Bai Gui's waist and breathed like a blue. She pressed closer to her slightly, talking and laughing.

"If there is a chance, I can be your host in Chang'an to keep you company. Then you won't mind my poor hospitality."

Bai Gui calmly distanced himself some distance. Ryuko Tanabe is still single and unmarried. Most of the famous female writers of this era had unhappy marriages.

He really doesn't like women who behave loosely.

Yamaga Moyuki, an ancient scholar in the Edo period, believed that the foundation of Japanese ethics was the "sincerity" of Shintoism rather than the "reverence" of Confucianism. Therefore, Japanese people do not impose restrictions on their inner true emotions and desires, but allow them to develop naturally. For example, Shanlu Suxing said: "Sincerity is what people in the world have to do in ancient and modern times."

Therefore, in "The Tale of Genji", the protagonist Gong Genji's first extramarital affair was his father's favorite concubine. This is understandable in Japan, just like the law of sending envoys to visit the Tang Dynasty. They copied it exactly, but deleted the law that people with the same surname should not marry.

Therefore, it is extremely normal for Japanese women to be like this, sincerely.