The silence of spring is because I don't want a long stream of water, and the shadow reflected on the water is like sunny days and breezes.
The delicate lotus flower bud shows a sharp corner from the water, and a naughty little dragonfly stands on its head.
Yang Wanli's poems are famous for their freshness and naturalness. This little poem is widely circulated and everyone is most familiar with it. It writes a vibrant spring scene with simple and meticulous brushwork.