At this time, Yao Dingtian walked into the hall and bowed respectfully: "Madam, what do you want me to do?"

Lu Yundi smiled slightly, pointed at Yan Canglan and said, "Brother Yao, I want you to be my son's martial arts teacher, what do you think?"

Yao Dingtian was stunned for a moment, then showed a look of gratitude. He looked up at Yan Canglan, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Mr. Yan, if you don't give up, I am willing to serve you."

Yan Canglan stared into Yao Dingtian's eyes, and after a moment, he nodded: "Since mother thinks so highly of Uncle Yao, I will trust him this time."

In the evening, in the garden of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion, Yan Canglan was practicing swordsmanship, his sword light was like water, and his movements were agile. Lu Yundi and Yao Dingtian sat on a stone bench nearby, looking at Yan Canglan and exchanging views with each other.

"Brother Yao, what do you think of Canglan's swordsmanship?" Lu Yundi asked softly.

Yao Dingtian smiled slightly: "Madam, Master Yan's swordsmanship already has its own style, but it still needs to be honed. I will guide him from the side, and I believe that in the near future, he will become a great sword master."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a hint of pride in his eyes: "I believe he can do it."

After Yan Canglan finished practicing sword, he walked in front of his mother and Yao Dingtian. The sweat had not yet dried, but he could not hide the joy on his face: "Mother, Uncle Yao, I feel that my swordsmanship has improved a lot today."

Lu Yundi patted his son's shoulder gently and said, "Not bad, keep working hard, you will definitely become the pride of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion."

Yao Dingtian looked at Yan Canglan with encouragement in his eyes: "Mr. Yan, I am pleased with your progress. But remember, in addition to swordsmanship, the state of mind is equally important. Only when the mind is as calm as water can the sword exert its greatest power."

Yan Canglan nodded, a strong fighting spirit surged in his heart.

……

The Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery held a banquet to entertain Yao Dingtian. The hall was brightly lit and the atmosphere was warm.

Yan Canglan looked at Yao Dingtian, his heart filled with gratitude.

"Uncle Yao, if it weren't for you, I wouldn't be where I am today. I want to toast you."

Yao Dingtian smiled slightly and took the wine glass: "Mr. Yan, your achievements come from your own efforts. I am just doing my best to help you."

Lu Yundi then slowly stood up, walked to Yao Dingtian, and said with a smile: "Mr. Yao, I am very grateful for your teaching of Canglan. I specially prepared some wine today, and I hope you will not refuse it."

Yao Dingtian looked at Lu Yundi with a feeling of respect in his heart. He quickly stood up and greeted her: "Madam, you are too kind. I am unworthy of it."

Yan Canglan looked at his mother, and said, "Mother, I have benefited a lot from Uncle Yao's teachings. Why don't we take this opportunity today to have a drink together to show our gratitude."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly and nodded in agreement. Then the three of them raised their glasses and drank it all in one gulp.

At this time, a servant in the hall came over and whispered to Lu Yundi: "Madam, there is a man named Shi Potian outside who wants to see you."

Lu Yundi was slightly stunned, frowned and said: "Shi Potian? Why does this name sound familiar to me?"

Yao Dingtian interrupted and said, "Madam, this Shi Potian is a mysterious figure in the martial arts world. It is said that he is a great martial artist and keeps a low profile. I have heard that he seems to have met Master Yan once."

Upon hearing this, Yan Canglan's eyes flashed with something strange, and he said, "Yes, I did meet Shi Potian once. He saved my life at a critical moment. Since he is here today, I must go out to greet him in person."

Yan Canglan stood up and walked out. Lu Yundi and Yao Dingtian also stood up and greeted Shi Potian together.

A moment later, Yan Canglan and others arrived at the gate of the mansion, only to see a man in a black robe standing there, with an upright posture and extraordinary temperament. He looked at Yan Canglan, smiled slightly, and said, "Mr. Yan, we meet again."

Yan Canglan took a step forward excitedly and said, "Brother Shi, thank you for saving me. Since you are visiting the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery's Mansion today, I must treat you well."

Shi Potian smiled gently and said, "Master Yan, I came here not to thank you for saving my life, but to ask you for a favor."

Yan Canglan was stunned and said, "Brother Shi, please speak."

Shi Potian looked at Yan Canglan and said seriously, "There have been rumors in the martial arts world recently that a mysterious master is secretly manipulating the martial arts world and trying to unify it. I am worried that this will be detrimental to the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion, so I came to inform you."

Yan Canglan's expression became serious when he heard this, and he said, "Brother Shi, I will pay close attention to this matter and ensure the safety of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion."

Shi Potian nodded and said, "That's good. Besides, I have another unwelcome request."

Yan Canglan hurriedly said, "Brother Shi, please speak."

Shi Potian said: "I would like to ask Master Yan to help me investigate this matter, find the mysterious master, and stop his conspiracy."

Yan Canglan thought for a moment and nodded, "Brother Shi, don't worry, I will do my best. For the sake of peace in the martial arts world, I am willing to give everything."

Shi Potian looked at Yan Canglan, a trace of relief flashed in his eyes, and said: "Okay, I believe you. We will set off early tomorrow morning and start the investigation."

Yan Canglan and others returned to the hall and told Lu Yundi and Yao Dingtian about Shi Potian. After hearing this, both of them expressed their support for Yan Canglan's decision.

That night, the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery held a banquet to entertain Shi Potian.

After three rounds of wine and five dishes, Yan Canglan and others toasted Shi Potian to express their respect for him.

The lights are bright and the laughter is loud.

Shi Potian was in the middle of it, although he felt a little reserved in his heart, but he was neither humble nor arrogant on the surface, and he handled it with ease. Yan Canglan and others toasted him one after another to express their respect for him, and he also accepted them one by one with a smile, and the scene was very warm.

At this time, Lu Yundi sat quietly in the main seat, his eyes gently falling on Shi Potian.

Lu Yundi smiled gently, raised his glass to Shi Potian and said, "Master Shi, I've heard Canglan often mention you, saying that you are both talented in literature and martial arts, and you are very wise and brave. Seeing you today, I can see that your reputation is well-deserved. This glass of wine is in your honor."

Shi Potian was startled, and quickly stood up, respectfully taking the wine glass, and said, "Madam, you are too kind. I don't deserve it. This glass of wine is for you."

The two of them clinked their glasses and drank the wine in their glasses. Lu Yundi looked at Shi Potian and felt even more satisfied.

Yan Canglan saw this and laughed inwardly.

However, at this moment, a servant from the loyal and brave mansion hurried into the banquet, looking pale and panicked. He came to Yan Canglan and whispered a few words. Yan Canglan's face changed, and he immediately stood up, bowed to Lu Yundi, and said, "Mother, I have something to deal with, so I'll leave first."

Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a hint of worry in her eyes. Yan Canglan turned around and followed the servant away. Shi Potian also stood up and said, "Madam, I'll go take a look too."

Lu Yundi looked at Shi Potian, smiled slightly, and said, "Okay, then you should be careful."

Shi Potian responded and followed Yan Canglan and left in a hurry. Seeing this, the other people at the banquet also left one after another, leaving Lu Yundi alone sitting there, deep in thought.

Shi Potian followed Yan Canglan to the back garden of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery Mansion, where many servants gathered, all with nervous expressions. Yan Canglan came up to a servant and asked, "What happened?"

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