northernbook Chapter 124 The General in the Dream
Chapter 124 The General in the Dream
Mrs. Lu pondered for a moment, then turned to look at her daughter: "Wanqing, what do you think?"
Lu Wanqing widened her eyes, her face full of displeasure: "Mother, I don't want to!"
Madam Lu patted her daughter's shoulder gently and said softly, "Wanqing, listen to the master's advice, it may be beneficial to you."
Lu Wanqing had no choice but to shut her mouth and listened reluctantly to Master Wuchen's explanation of the benefits of spiritual practice.
Master Wuchen was delighted when he saw this, and he began to explain in detail the benefits of practicing. His words were sincere and his tone was calm, and gradually, Lu Wanqing's face also showed a serious look.
At this time, a servant came running in with a letter in his hand: "Madam, there is a letter from a guest, saying that there is something important."
Mrs. Lu took the letter, opened it, and her face suddenly changed. She quickly read the letter and handed it to Master Wuchen.
After Master Wuchen finished reading the letter, a trace of worry flashed in his eyes: "Madam, what is said in this letter is of great importance. We must discuss countermeasures as soon as possible."
Madam Lu nodded, her expression solemn: "Master, the letter says that the border war in Western Wei is urgent, the treasury is empty, and the people are suffering. Although we in the Lu family dare not claim to be rich, we do have some savings. I wonder what you think?"
Wu Chen pondered for a moment and said, "I have a plan that may be able to solve this problem."
Lu Wanqing looked at Master Wuchen curiously: "Master, what's your plan?"
Master Wuchen smiled and said, "I want to set up a charity hall in Lufu to provide porridge and treat the wounded and sick. At the same time, I will recruit disciples and teach Buddhism to comfort the people. In this way, we can not only solve the difficulties of the Western Wei Dynasty, but also let the people live and work in peace."
Lu Wanqing's eyes lit up when he heard this, and the anger in his heart had long since disappeared: "Master, I am willing to practice with you and benefit the people."
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Lu Wanqing had already made up her mind, "Mother, please believe me! Everything I said is true..."
Her eyes were firm, revealing an unquestionable determination. Mrs. Lu looked at her daughter, and a complex emotion surged in her heart, with both worry and relief. She sighed slowly and spoke slowly.
"Wan Qing, I naturally believe what you said. However, this matter involves too much, and you must have enough evidence to convince everyone."
When Lu Wanqing heard this, a hint of joy flashed in his eyes.
She nodded hurriedly, took out a letter from her sleeve and handed it to Mrs. Lu.
"Mother, this is the evidence I found. I accidentally discovered it in the secret room of the Lu Mansion that day. The letter records in detail all the illegal transactions of the Lu Mansion in recent years."
Mrs. Lu took the letter and her face became solemn. She opened the envelope and read the contents of the letter carefully. At this time, a maid came in with a plate of snacks.
"Madam, this is your favorite mung bean cake. Miss Wanqing, please have one too."
Mrs. Lu nodded slightly, took the snack and placed it on the table.
"Wanqing, you have grown up and know how to protect yourself and your family. However, this is too complicated and you must have enough courage to face it."
Lu Wanqing looked at her mother firmly and smiled slightly.
Minister Lu said in a deep voice, "Wanqing, tell your father about your dream..."
As soon as Minister Lu finished speaking, Lu Wanqing slowly raised his head, with a hint of determination in his eyes.
"Dad, I dreamed of a fairy that night. He told me that I was destined to marry a brave general and to protect the peace of the border together. In the dream, the fairy also gave me a magical gem and said that this gem could protect the people from the suffering of war." Lu Wanqing whispered with a slight tremor in her voice.
Minister Lu frowned, and the expression on his face became complicated.
His daughter had been very smart since she was young, but such a dream was a little bizarre. However, he also understood that Wanqing had been an honest and trustworthy child since she was young, and she would not make up such a lie without reason.
"Wanqing, you know that this kind of thing is very serious and should not be told to others easily." Minister Lu said seriously.
"Dad, I know, so I only told you. But I believe that this dream is not accidental, it must be a foreshadowing. Perhaps, that general is our savior, helping us survive this war." Lu Wanqing's eyes became more determined.
Minister Lu was silent for a moment. He looked at his daughter's eyes that were full of faith, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.
During this period, Lu Shangshu was also busy with his daughter's affairs. He used his power to inquire about information everywhere, hoping to find the general in his dream.
A month later, a soldier came to Lu's mansion, bringing astonishing news: there was a brave general on the frontier named Zhang Dingli, who once saved a fairy on the battlefield. The fairy told him that his destined partner was a woman named Lu Wanqing.
When Minister Lu and Lu Wanqing heard the news, they were very excited.
This General Zhang Dingli is the person in Wan Qing’s dream.
Minister Lu immediately sent people to the border to invite General Zhang Dingli to the capital. A few days later, General Zhang Dingli arrived at Lu's mansion. He was tall, handsome, and radiant with determination.
Lu Wanqing looked at Zhang Dingli and felt an inexplicable sense of familiarity in her heart.
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The setting sun shone through the window lattice, onto the rosewood table in the middle of the study, casting a golden halo. Yan Canglan took his cousin Yan Jijin's hand and gently opened the door of the study.
Master Ji Yunlin was sitting at the table, holding an ancient book in his hands, his eyes deep, as if thinking about something. Hearing the door open, he raised his head, a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, and then he regained his composure.
"Master, we are here." Yan Canglan walked forward and bowed respectfully.
Ji Yunlin nodded slightly, his eyes lingered on Yan Jijin for a moment, and he said calmly: "Master Jijin, are you here to discuss academic matters again today?"
Yan Jijin smiled slightly, bowed and said, "Master, you are too kind. I just came to ask you some questions."
Yan Canglan couldn't wait to speak: "Teacher, today we discussed the word 'Yi' in the Book of Changes in class. I don't quite understand some parts. Can you please explain it to me?"
Ji Yunlin put down the book in his hand, gently brushed off the dust on his robe, and slowly said: "The Book of Changes is profound and extensive. The word "Yi" in it represents both change and constancy. Change is because everything in the world is constantly changing; and constancy is the fundamental law of the universe. What you have learned in class is just the tip of the iceberg."
Yan Canglan's eyes flashed with excitement, and he asked, "Then Master, how can we grasp the relationship between change and constancy?"
Ji Yunlin smiled slightly, his eyes revealing a hint of depth: "This requires you to comprehend it with your heart. Change is the appearance, and the unchanging is the essence. Only by understanding this can you find your own way in this complex world."