strictlysupreme Chapter 73 9 Doors
Chapter 73 9 Doors
As soon as I entered the backyard, I smelled the aroma of meat.
Lu Yundi couldn't help laughing and asked, "Village Chief Zhao, are you the only one in this village? Or are there others?"
Zhao Guangyi heard this, and a hint of pride appeared in the wrinkles on his face. He smiled and replied, "Madam, you are joking. Although Luoxia Village is small, it is also a prosperous village. However, I am the only one in this village now. The others are working in the fields or going to the market in town."
Lu Yundi smiled gently, her bright eyes sparkling in the afterglow of the setting sun, "Village Chief Zhao is really a capable man who does a lot of hard work. He has to manage the village and take care of these villagers. It's really hard work."
Zhao Guangyi waved his hand, with a humble look on his face: "Madam, you are too kind. These are what I should do. However, as long as I can satisfy you, I will feel at ease."
As he was talking, Zhao Guangyi had already led Lu Yundi to the kitchen in the backyard. In the kitchen, a large iron pot was steaming, and the aroma of meat filled the entire backyard. Lu Yundi couldn't help but frowned. She was a person who paid attention to food and was very picky about the selection and cooking of ingredients.
"Village Chief Zhao, where does this meat come from?" Lu Yundi asked with a hint of scrutiny in his tone.
Zhao Guangyi smiled and said confidently, "Madam, this is a native pig raised in the village. The meat is delicious and absolutely edible. I will cook it myself and I guarantee that you will be satisfied."
Lu Yundi smiled lightly and said nothing more. She looked at Zhao Guangyi's busy figure and couldn't help but feel deeply moved.
Zhao Guangyi is a loyal and honest man, and she can feel his intentions.
After a while, Zhao Guangyi served the stewed meat to the table and also specially prepared some vegetables and rice wine. Lu Yundi looked at the table full of dishes and couldn't help feeling touched.
"Village Chief Zhao, you are so polite." Lu Yundi said, picking up the chopsticks and picking up a piece of meat and putting it in her mouth. The meat was delicious and the taste was delicate. She couldn't help but nod and praise: "It tastes good."
Zhao Guangyi was overjoyed when he saw Lu Yundi's expression.
"Madam, what do you think of Luoxia Village?" Zhao Guangyi asked with a hint of anticipation in his eyes.
Lu Yundi smiled gently. She looked at Zhao Guangyi and already had the answer in her mind: "Village Chief Zhao, Luoxia Village is a good place with simple folk customs and beautiful scenery. However, I feel that the development potential here has not been fully tapped."
Zhao Guangyi heard this, and a trace of doubt flashed in his eyes: "Madam, what do you mean?"
Lu Yundi put down the wine glass in his hand and said seriously: "Village Chief Zhao, do you know? Although Luoxia Village is located in a remote area, the terrain here is superior and the land is fertile. If it can be utilized, I believe it will become a prosperous village."
Zhao Guangyi's eyes lit up when he heard this, and he asked excitedly, "Madam, is what you said true?"
……
As night falls, Luoxia Village is immersed in tranquility.
Lu Yundi stood in the moonlight in the front yard, looking at the newly decorated house, her heart full of anticipation.
Yan Canglan walked out of the house, followed closely by his teacher Ji Yunlin. The two stood in front of Lu Yundi and bowed respectfully.
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, his eyes fell softly on Yan Canglan, then turned to Ji Yunlin and said, "Master Ji, you have worked hard. From today on, Yan Canglan will be handed over to you. I believe that with your guidance, he will be able to become a useful person."
Ji Yunlin cupped his hands and said, "Madam, rest assured. I will do my best to live up to your trust."
Yan Canglan stood aside, his eyes determined and the corners of his mouth slightly raised, as if he was full of expectations for his future study and life.
Lu Yundi looked at Yan Canglan, a trace of relief flashed in his eyes, and he turned and walked into the house. The three of them entered the house together and sat down in front of the desk.
"Master Ji, what do you think of Yan Canglan's talent?" Lu Yundi asked, without taking his eyes off Ji Yunlin.
Ji Yunlin nodded slightly and said in a deep voice: "Yan Canglan is very intelligent and has a strong understanding, but he is sometimes too naughty and needs strict discipline."
Lu Yundi nodded gently and turned to Yan Canglan: "Canglan, did you understand what Master Ji said?"
Yan Canglan straightened his chest and raised his head, and replied: "Mother, I understand. From now on, I will listen to Master Ji's teachings and study hard."
Lu Yundi nodded with satisfaction, and then said to Ji Yunlin: "Master Ji, where do you think we should start teaching?"
Ji Yunlin pondered for a moment and said, "Madam, I think we should start with the Book of Songs, let Yan Canglan feel the beauty of poetry and cultivate his literary literacy."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said, "Okay, then it's up to Master Laoji."
One day, Yan Canglan was reciting the Book of Songs when he suddenly stopped and asked in confusion: "Master Ji, why are the poems in the Book of Songs always so sad?"
Ji Yunlin smiled slightly and said, "This is because the Book of Songs expresses the true emotions of ancient people. Grief, joy, anger, and sadness are all aspects of life. Only by experiencing these can you truly understand life."
Yan Canglan nodded thoughtfully and continued to recite.
Under Ji Yunlin's guidance, Yan Canglan's literary literacy gradually improved. He began to try to compose his own poems, which were still a little immature, but already had some flavor.
On this day, Yan Canglan wrote a poem and showed it to Ji Yunlin. After reading it, Ji Yunlin smiled and said, "Not bad, this poem already has your style. Keep it up, I believe you will become an outstanding poet."
After hearing this, Yan Canglan's eyes flashed with joy, but he immediately regained his composure and continued to devote himself to his studies.
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Nine doors.
The Supreme Commander is reading today's spy letter.
"The mistress of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery, Lu Yundi, sold the shop she brought as a dowry two days ago. This morning, she took her two children out of the city. I heard they went to a farm in the countryside... Commander, do you want to send someone to keep an eye on them?" A subordinate in black knelt on one knee and asked with his hands clasped.
The Supreme Commander pondered for a moment, his eyes sharp as torches, and slowly put down the letter in his hand. He said calmly: "Lu Yundi's behavior must be suspicious. Send someone to keep an eye on them, but don't alarm them. Also, pay attention to the other things mentioned in the spy's letter."
The black-clad subordinate nodded and was about to leave when the commander stopped him: "Wait, take me to see the Nine Gates' main control room."
The two walked through the long corridor and came to a spacious hall. There were nine huge red doors in the hall, each with a carving of a mythical beast of different shapes, exuding an ancient atmosphere. The supreme commander walked to the center and looked up at the highest door, which was carved with a phoenix, shining brightly.
"Commander, look at this door." The black-clad subordinate pointed at the Phoenix Gate.
The Supreme Commander smiled slightly and said, "Yes, this door is the highest symbol of our Nine Gates, representing authority and power. Now, let's get started."
The black-clad subordinate immediately understood, walked to the operating table, and began to adjust various mechanisms. After a while, the nine doors slowly opened, revealing a huge secret room. Various intelligence and secret books were placed in the room, and the walls were covered with various maps and portraits of people.
The supreme commander walked up to a portrait of a beautiful woman, who was none other than Lu Yundi.