Two treasure maps

In the front hall of the main courtyard of Yinglin Garden, the atmosphere is solemn and dignified. The sun shines through the window lattice and shines on the exquisite mahogany furniture, casting mottled light and shadows. The layout of the hall is elegant, with a large rectangular table in the center and several exquisitely carved chairs placed around it. Several famous calligraphy and paintings are hung on the wall, adding a bit of elegance.

Guo Lingli stood in the hall, her posture upright and her expression firm. Ever since she withstood the pressure in the ancestral hall and delivered those thought-provoking remarks, her position in the family has changed dramatically. Now, she has a seat in the family meeting, and everyone is waiting for her to take a seat, while Meili, who used to attend the family meetings frequently, has become the one who does not have to attend.

After everyone sat down, father Guo Lin spoke first. His voice was steady and powerful: "In half a month, we will go to Wild Wolf Valley. Everyone, what do you think about this?"

The second brother, Guo Feipeng, frowned and said worriedly, "What about the safety of our family? If we leave, won't the yard be empty?"

The third brother Guo Feimo said, "I heard that the guards have all gone out to escort the convoys and will not be back for a month. This will make the house feel a little empty."

The eldest sister Guo Liuli also expressed her concerns: "Yes, and the maids and servants are also on vacation and will not be back until a month later. During this period, the house may be a little deserted."

Guo Lin nodded after hearing this and turned his gaze to Guo Lingli: "Lingli, what do you think?"

Guo Lingli tilted her head slightly, her eyes flickering with thought. She hesitated for a moment, then asked softly, "Will everyone from my second uncle's family go?" Although her voice was not loud, it was firm and persistent.

Guo Lin nodded and replied, "Yes, everyone of our generation will go. After all, this is a big family event that concerns the family's honor and interests, and no one can be absent." His tone revealed an unquestionable determination.

After hearing this, Guo Lingli frowned slightly, as if she was thinking about something. She then asked, "So, what do the elders want to do? For example, renovate the house?" There was a hint of doubt in her voice.

Guo Feipeng's eyes lit up when he heard this, as if he was inspired by Guo Lingli's idea. He said, "That's right, the servants are not leaving. They are staying to help renovate the courtyards. It seems that the elders are indeed well prepared this time."

Guo Lin looked at Guo Lingli and couldn't help but look at her with new eyes. He felt that Lingli could always think about problems from different angles and always put forward some views that others could not think of. He also began to think deeply about this issue. Perhaps the intention of the elders this time was not just a simple renovation, but there were deeper reasons.

At this time, mother Zhao Ying interrupted and said, "I know they are looking for the legendary silver doll. When they occupied our house, they said it was a Feng Shui treasure land. When they built Guojiazhuang, they turned the place upside down, hoping to find the legendary treasure."

After hearing this, Guo Feimo asked in confusion: "Is the silver doll valuable? With such a large family business, it seems that they don't need the silver doll to increase their wealth, right?"

Guo Feipeng shook his head and explained, "They are not after the silver doll itself, but to find the immortal cultivator who gave it to them. It is said that the immortal cultivator has extraordinary magical powers and can bring endless wealth and good luck. I'm afraid what the elders want is the power and secrets of the immortal cultivator."

Guo Liuli couldn't help but frown when she heard this. She asked, "Father, why does my grandfather's family have such a strong financial foundation? Where did their wealth come from?"

Guo Lin sighed and said bluntly: "My family used to be a businessman. Although we were not a royal merchant, we were not short of money. This is why we had no choice but to compromise when we faced them."

Guo Feipeng took over the conversation and said, "Yes, after they had money, grandpa and his family wanted to have power. They finally got some power, but lost it for various reasons. That's why they were so eager to send my eldest sister to the palace for selection, hoping to use the power of the royal family to revive the glory of the family."

Mother Zhao Ying then interrupted and said, "At least they are really training Liuli and Lingli, and want them to be the pride of the family. As for whether they will enter the palace for the selection, that depends on how things develop. After all, the threshold of the royal family is not so easy to cross."

Hearing this, Guo Feimo frowned slightly and said, "In fact, I have heard a legend that the immortal who owns the silver doll is the Immortal of Wealth. Not only does he have the silver doll that grows ears after cutting it off, he also has many ways to increase wealth, all of which are immortal techniques. They are also a school of their own, called the Immortal Wealth School. It is said that they can turn stones into gold, scatter copper coins everywhere, and have endless wealth. If this legend is true, then it is not difficult to understand why my grandfather's family wants to find the silver doll and connect with the Immortal of Wealth."

After hearing this, Guo Lingli's eyes flashed with curiosity, "If such a fairy wealth sect really exists, then why did they leave the silver doll to our family? Is there any special reason?"

Zhao Ying smiled bitterly and said, "What kind of silver doll is this? It's just a legend. I also heard about it from an immortal cultivator. My family was in financial difficulty at the time, so I borrowed the name. Who knew that everyone would take it seriously?"

Guo Lingli said, "Then don't be afraid. Just let them find it."

Guo Feipeng said helplessly: "How can it be that easy? Even if my mother says now that the silver doll is fake, no one will believe it. They can only keep chasing us, and sometimes we have to give them some sweet treats to let them know the existence of the silver doll."

"Even if it's fake, it will become real." Guo Lingli said in surprise.

Guo Feipeng continued, "It's not that we want to turn the fake into the real, but if the Red Dragon Pond's spiritual energy still cannot be revived, the family will turn this fake story into a real legend and spend a lot of money. Liuli's entry into the palace selection is just a stepping stone, and the ultimate goal is to stay in the capital. This is why I must work hard to participate in the imperial examination. Only if I pass the examination and become an official in the capital, our family will have a reason to return to the capital. Otherwise, I can only watch Liuli become their pawn."

The mother wiped her wet eyes helplessly, sighed slightly, and said: "Although the power of the palace is tempting, the risks involved cannot be ignored. I hope Liuli can make her own choice instead of being bound by the interests of the family."

Guo Liuli smiled and said, "What are you afraid of? If you don't try once in your life, how will you know if you can do it? You don't have to worry about me. I don't think they will focus on me. As long as the spiritual energy of the Red Dragon Pond is revived and there is a delay of two years, they will definitely focus on Fengli."

There is no doubt that everyone has a tacit understanding on this point.

Guo Xiu didn't expect that he would learn another hidden secret today. It turned out that the legend about the silver doll cutting off its ears to make them grow longer was just a fictitious rumor, which surprised him a little. He recalled the rumors he had heard before, and he couldn't help but have a deeper understanding of Zhao Ying's wisdom and courage.

"A mother is strong", these four words seem to be true. An ordinary mother, in her own way, protects the honor and interests of her family, and at the same time provides a safe sky for her children.

Chang Tianlong's evaluation of Zhao Ying as "smart and resourceful" is now more appropriate in Guo Xiu's view. Zhao Ying not only has extraordinary wisdom, but also has moral bottom line and courage.

It seems that everyone in this family is very extraordinary. Do they all have a history? Are they all fairies or reincarnations of fairies? It seems that I need to investigate carefully.