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Seeing this, Yan Canglan also frowned and asked in confusion: "Why are the constables from the Nine Gates here? They are responsible for major cases. Could it be that something big happened in Xiaoxiang Pavilion?"

Lu Yundi shook his head slightly, indicating that he was also unaware.

She looked at Yan Canglan, and a sense of doubt arose in her heart: This kid actually knows about the Nine Gates?

Driven by curiosity, she walked towards the waiter of Xiaoxiang Pavilion and asked, "Waiter, do you know the purpose of the Nine Gates Constable coming here?"

The waiter looked at Lu Yundi, a hint of hesitation flashed in his eyes, and then he whispered: "Madam, Jiushenmen is indeed investigating a big case. It is said that a large amount of bad money is circulating in the market, and Jiushenmen is tracing the source. They suspect that this case is related to our Xiaoxiang Pavilion, so they sent people to investigate. But, nothing was found."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yundi's expression changed slightly.

She knew that such a big thing was not something she, a woman in the harem, should be involved in. But she couldn't help but be curious and continued to ask, "Is that all you know?"

The young man nodded and said, "I don't know the specific details of the case. I just heard some rumors and I'm not sure whether they are true or not."

Yan Canglan looked at Lu Yundi, with a hint of worry in his eyes. He gently pulled Lu Yundi's sleeve and whispered, "This matter involves too much, so we should stay out of it to avoid unnecessary trouble."

Upon hearing this, Lu Yundi nodded slightly to indicate that he understood.

As the three were talking, a captain from the Nine Gates suddenly walked over.

He looked up and down at Lu Yundi and Yan Canglan, a trace of vigilance flashed in his eyes, and he bowed and said, "Madam, the Nine Gates are investigating the case, so please don't interfere too much."

Lu Yundi and Yan Canglan looked at each other, then smiled and nodded.

Lu Yundi waved his hand and said, "We are just curious and will not interfere with the Nine Gates' investigation. Please rest assured."

Upon hearing this, the captain's expression softened slightly, and then he turned and left.

Lu Yundi turned to look at the waiter and asked seriously, "Excuse me, little brother, is there a scholar named Ji living in the woodshed in your backyard?"

The waiter was slightly startled, a hint of doubt flashed in his eyes, then he nodded and replied: "Madam, there is indeed a scholar named Ji living in the backyard. He is a diligent and studious scholar, but unfortunately his family is poor and he often cannot pay the accommodation fee."

Lu Yundi frowned slightly, a trace of sympathy flashed in his eyes, and he said softly: "This scholar Ji, has he ever mentioned his family background?"

The waiter shook his head, with a hint of helplessness in his tone: "Scholar Ji never talked about his family background with others, he just studied silently. However, from what I know, he seems to have come from a remote place, and it was a difficult journey to come to our Xiaoxiang Pavilion."

The clerk paused, then suddenly added, "But the strange thing is that this morning, a rich lady came and said she wanted to sponsor a large sum of money to Mr. Ji for his exams and living expenses."

Lu Yundi coughed dryly, stared at the waiter and asked, "Do you know why this noble lady wants to sponsor him?"

The waiter scratched his head and smiled bitterly, "Madam, this is a strange thing. Although Mr. Ji lives in poverty, he is very talented and well-read. The lady from the noble family seemed to think that his talent should not be buried because of poverty, so she offered to sponsor him. However, Mr. Ji resolutely refused to accept her help. I don't know the details, I just heard it from other waiters."

Lu Yundi frowned slightly, thinking: "This scholar Ji is quite courageous. Who is the young lady from your family to him?"

The waiter's eyes flickered, and he seemed to be at a loss for words: "Madam, that young lady from your noble family is actually the eldest daughter of the Minister of Rites, and her name seems to be Lu Wanqing."

Lu Yundi's face changed, and he looked at the waiter in surprise: "You said she is Lu Wanqing? Then what is her relationship with Ji Shusheng?"

"I'm not sure about this!" The young man shook his head.

Lu Yundi was silent for a moment, then looked up at the waiter, his eyes flashing with determination: "Brother, I want to meet this scholar Ji, can you take me there?"

The young man was stunned, and his face showed embarrassment: "Madam, this is not appropriate. Mr. Ji lives in the woodshed in the backyard. The place is very simple and I am afraid it is not suitable for your status."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said firmly: "It's okay, I just want to meet this diligent and studious scholar. Please lead the way, little brother."

Seeing Lu Yundi's firm attitude, the waiter had no choice but to agree. He took Lu Yundi through the winding corridor and came to the backyard.

The moment Lu Yundi saw the woodshed, his heart was shocked.

The woodshed was very simple, with drafty walls on all four sides. Some books were piled on a tattered wooden bed.

A bookish man was sitting on the edge of the bed, holding a book in his hands and reading attentively.

Lu Yundi quietly walked up to the man and greeted him with a smile: "Hello, Mr. Ji."

Ji Shusheng raised his head, his eyes were clear as water, he bowed slightly, and replied politely: "Madam, nice to meet you."

Lu Yundi looked at Ji Shusheng carefully, secretly admiring his demeanor in his heart.

She brushed her sleeves lightly and slowly sat down opposite Ji Shusheng, with a look of admiration in her eyes: "Master Ji, do you know why I came here to find you?"

Ji Shusheng smiled slightly, with a glimmer of intelligence in his eyes: "Madam, you can see that I have the potential to be the top scholar, so you want to hire me as your master to teach the young master. I have been waiting for a long time."

Lu Yundi smiled slightly, his eyes full of praise: "Master Ji is indeed smart. Yes, I do have this intention. But I would like to ask, are you willing to condescend to the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion and train a top scholar for our country?"

Ji Shusheng pondered for a moment, and a firm look flashed in his eyes: "Madam, although I come from a poor family, I have great ambitions. If I can be appreciated by you, I am willing to serve you wholeheartedly."

Lu Yundi was delighted when she heard this, but she still wanted to test Ji Shusheng's talent, so she said, "Master Ji, I have a question for you. There is a couplet in Xiaoxiang Pavilion. The first line reads 'Smoke locks the willows in the pond'. What should the second line be?"

Ji Shusheng smiled slightly, thought for a moment, and then answered: "The second line is 'The moon reflects the plum blossoms on the cold river'."

After hearing this, Lu Yundi couldn't help but applaud: "What a great couplet 'The moon reflects the plum blossoms on the cold river'. Master Ji is indeed very talented. This couplet is profound and has rich meanings. You matched it so well, which shows that you have extraordinary skills."

Scholar Ji said modestly: "Madam, you are too kind. I only know a little bit and still need to work hard."

The two of them had a pleasant conversation, and Ji Shusheng gradually relaxed and was no longer so reserved.

Seeing this, Lu Yundi was secretly delighted that Ji Shusheng had accepted her invitation.

During the conversation, Lu Yundi observed Ji Shusheng's expression from time to time and found that although he was gentle and refined, there was a firmness hidden in his eyes.

This scholar will surely achieve great things in the future!