xià下bǐ笔chéng成wén文
To write quickly and skillfully; to be a prolific and talented writer whose thoughts flow effortlessly onto paper.
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Early Modern
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During the Three Kingdoms period, Cao Zhi, Cao Cao's youngest son, was exceptionally intelligent. He had read numerous books and was both quick and excellent at composing essays.
Cao Cao once deliberately tested him, stating that he could speak and compose essays on the spot. After they toured the Bronze Sparrow Terrace, Cao Zhi quickly wrote 'Ode to the Bronze Sparrow Terrace', which earned him Cao Cao's praise.