"We, Wenkange, publish a "Tianwenkan" every month, which is divided into four parts."
"They are world events, imperial capital affairs, literati's poems and articles, and folk anecdotes."
"Among them, articles on world affairs and literati's poetry occupy the longest space. In every issue in the past, this one has been the most popular..."
Wei Shugui was talking to Song Mu like this, and Song Mu nodded and listened carefully to the details of what the other party said.
"Articles selected for "Tianwenjian" must be righteous, and the person who publishes the article must be a person of good character. There is no limit on the length of the article. As long as it is reviewed by us in detail, it can be published."
"That's about it. I wonder what Song Zhuangyuan thought?"
When Wei Shugui said this, everyone's eyes turned to Song Mu. Song Mu immediately stood up and thanked him, then looked at Wei Shugui, thought for a while, and said.
"Sir, Song Mu would like to know what kind of folk anecdote is published?"
Wei Shugui pondered for a moment and immediately responded.
"As of now, it's about folk commercial goods, and about examples of family culture. Occasionally there will be other articles published, but most of them focus on these two categories."
Song Mu also nodded when he heard this. After all, this "Tianwenjian" is the most official literary journal, so it naturally has something to say that is closely related to the people. However, after Song Mu read the article yesterday, he had some thoughts at this moment.
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"Song Mu is bold, but he has thought of something else these past few days."
As he said this, everyone in the audience looked at Song Mu, and Song Mu immediately put the two things in his hands on Yan Fu's table.
They are copied articles of ancestors and a copy of "Everything About Common People".
Two things were placed in front of Yan Fu. Yan Fu raised his eyebrows and picked them up. He looked at them with some surprise, but Song Mu had already explained them.
"When I was studying history in the Hanlin Academy, I accidentally found this ancestral article. The discussion above made me very emotional. Then I found this booklet in the library. I looked at it and found it very interesting."
Yan Fu had already flipped through the book "Everything About the Common People" and handed it to Wei Shugui who was standing aside and looked up at Song Mu.
"So what you want to write, Jingzhao, is to praise these people?"
Song Mu nodded, his eyes a little firm at the moment.
"It's a humble position and I think so. I have little talent and little knowledge, and I don't dare to read more about scholars' articles. I think I can easily capture such stories."
Several people around him had already circulated the "Common People's Matters" to each other and looked at it. At this moment, Huotai came forward and said to Yan Fu.
"Sir, I also bought a copy of this book. It has only become popular in Chang'an recently. Although I don't know who the author is, the articles he wrote are interesting and exciting, which is indeed quite innovative."
"Yes, my lord, this author also wrote a book "Hundred Demons' Miscellany" before. The stories during the period were quite enlightening, and he even recommended them to me in his humble position. However, the content was a bit weird and inconsistent with the original intention of "Tianwenjian", so it was not published.
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Someone nearby also echoed, and Yan Fu was obviously more interested after hearing this discussion. Looking at these things this time, he couldn't help but look at Song Mu.
"Jingzhao, after all, this article will not last long. The world's literati want to read more about your policy essays and poems. In last month's "Tianwen Magazine", your examination article was widely circulated."
Yan Fu also had some considerations. After all, in the past few years, Song Mu's reputation has been rising steadily. Now he has become the number one scholar, and his reputation is even better. Writing some literary articles is the icing on the cake. Such folk articles...
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"Sir, this is my first time writing in my humble position. I don't know whether it is true or not, and I dare not make random comments in Tian Wen Jian. This is disrespectful to the great Confucians and countless literati in the world."
Song Mu spoke again, and Yan Fu hesitated for a moment after hearing this.
At that moment, several Hanlin lords were also called forward, and they discussed in front of Song Mu. Some people felt that it was beneficial for Song Mu to try his skills in civil affairs, while others felt that it was inappropriate to have such a high status as the number one scholar.
All the Jinshi just stood here with their mouths closed. Song Mu did not dare to speak, just waiting for Yan Fu to make a decision.
Song Mu's thought was that such folk anecdotes would always be somewhat encouraging to all people, especially under current circumstances, and might be able to cheer up the people of the world.
And if you can write, you will naturally not stick to one article in the future. If you set up a model, not just a model for literati, you will definitely have very good new ideas.
Yan Fu and the others discussed for a long time, but in the end they seemed to have not come to any conclusion. A group of people were drinking tea in this room. After a long time, Yan Fu let out a long sigh.
Song Mu and others all looked up, but Yan Fu seemed to have made some important decision. He looked at Song Mu this time, his mouth moved for a moment and then he said.
"Jing Zhao, I will let you try it once."
"But I have made it clear that the content published in Tianwen Magazine must be submitted to the Holy One for review. The Holy One is not happy with it, but it cannot be mentioned again under any circumstances."
Song Mu was also surprised when he heard this, and nodded dumbly at this moment.
Yan Fu seemed to notice Song Mu's somewhat disappointed look and explained.
"There is a reason why we have thought deeply about it."
"In the past, "Tian Wen Jian" also published such articles, and just like this article written by Song Dynasty Daru, in "Tian Wen Jian" that year I praised a border town scholar who defended the city with his family and was brave and loyal."
"But just a few months later, the monster tribe attacked and captured the city. Three thousand people died tragically, and the body of the eldest son was not found."
Song Mu also looked stunned when he heard this.
Writing articles can have such consequences.
Yan Fu nodded slightly and said.
"Therefore, this matter is a little sensitive. The so-called words and ink written by us have become a reminder for others. This is definitely not our original intention."
"You still have one month to think more about who wrote it, what it was written about, and what achievements it was written about. I will check with you then."
Song Mu was greatly shocked when he heard this. He thought it was an article that could boost morale, but he forgot that it would bring such consequences. At this moment, Song Mu also felt that whether he was too confident or not, this matter was not considered.
"Remember this humble duty."
Song Mu quickly raised his hands and said, Yan Fu also nodded slightly, but then spoke to a few people next to him.
"However, Tian Wen Jian pays attention to its reputation. You can share this material with these colleagues."
Song Mu nodded like this, Yan Fu also nodded with a smile, and then spoke to everyone.
"You have also met the Number One Scholar of the Song Dynasty. From now on, the Number One Scholar of the Song Dynasty will be regarded as half of my writing staff in Tianwen Magazine, and you must give me careful guidance."
Everyone nodded at this moment, but they also looked at Song Mu.
Some people are happy that people with outstanding literary talents like Song Mu have come. In the future, "Tian Wen Jian" will definitely be brilliant.
Some people are wondering whether Mr. Yan's attitude is too eager and try to figure out the relationship.
After saying this, Song Mu also said goodbye and left. Huo Tai caught up and walked beside him, smiling and talking to Song Mu.
"Song Zhuangyuan, this article will not be published until next month. There must be some materials now. But after a few days, I have sorted it out. Song Zhuangyuan will come back to pick it up."
"Master Huo is too polite, just call me Song Mu Jingzhao, but this time I have a lot of work to do."
Huo Tai smiled and waved his hand.
"No, we are actually looking forward to Brother Song...'s articles. After all, you are only twenty, but you have written so many articles and poems in "Tianwenjian" that it is difficult to count them with both hands."
"Who in the world doesn't know that Brother Song's writing is the top literary talent of today's literary dynasty."