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Chapter 97 Ancient Tomb
The morning light shines through the vermilion door and onto the cobblestone path in the mansion, making it seem particularly peaceful.
As soon as Lu Yundi and Yan Shuqin walked out of the room, they saw Yan Canglan running back from a distance, sweating all over. He was panting and wiping the sweat from his forehead, but his eyes could not hide the excitement.
Lu Yundi smiled slightly, patted Yan Canglan's shoulder gently, and said, "Lan'er, what's wrong? You are running so fast, but do you have any good news?"
Yan Canglan took a breath and managed to calm down. A hint of pride flashed in his eyes as he said, "Mother, sister, I just competed with my classmates in the martial arts arena and luckily won first place! So I couldn't wait to come back and tell you."
Yan Shuqin's eyes flashed with pride, and she smiled and said, "Brother is really amazing, congratulations on winning the first prize! Mother, you see, brother is becoming more and more promising."
Lu Yundi gently patted Yan Shuqin on the shoulder and said, "Shuqin, you must also be as diligent and hardworking as your brother and bring honor to our Zhongyong Marquis Mansion."
The three of them walked into the hall of the mansion together while talking. Yan Canglan sat down, took the tea handed to him by the maid, drank it all, and then said: "Mother, sister, do you know what the topic of this competition is?"
Lu Yundi shook his head and said, "I don't know. Tell me quickly."
Yan Canglan took a sip of tea to moisten his throat, and said, "The topic of this competition is 'loyalty and bravery'. Many classmates thought this topic was simple, but when they actually answered it, they found it difficult. I used the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion as a model and told the story of our ancestors bravely killing the enemy and defending the Western Wei Dynasty on the battlefield, which won applause from the whole room."
Yan Shuqin clapped her hands and said, "Brother, you are awesome! Mother, brother's articles must be very well written."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said, "Indeed, Lan'er's articles have always been excellent. However, Shuqin, you can't fall behind. You must work hard to learn from your brother."
Yan Shuqin nodded, a hint of determination flashed in her eyes. She looked up at Yan Canglan and said, "Brother, I also want to participate in the next competition. Can you teach me some writing skills?"
Yan Canglan smiled and said, "Of course, sister. However, when it comes to writing, the most important thing is your own understanding. I can teach you some basic techniques, but the key still depends on you."
Lu Yundi looked at the brother and sister and felt warm in her heart.
At this time, there was a sound of footsteps outside the door. It turned out that the old marquis had returned.
He looked tired, but his eyes were filled with joy. Lu Yundi hurriedly stood up to greet him and said, "Father, you are back. How are things going?"
The old marquis smiled slightly and said, "The matter has been dealt with almost completely. During this trip, I heard a lot of praise about our Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion, all because of you and the children."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly and said, "This is all due to my father's good teaching. We are just doing our duty."
The old marquis looked at Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin and said, "I heard that Lan'er won the first place in the competition. It's really proud! Shuqin should not fall behind. You should be like your brother and win glory for the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion."
Yan Canglan and Yan Shuqin responded in unison: "Yes, Grandfather!"
The old marquis nodded slightly, looked at Lu Yundi, and said softly with a smile of relief: "Yundi, you have worked hard."
Lu Yundi smiled, her eyes full of admiration and love. She whispered, "Father, it is my honor to serve the Marquis's Mansion. As long as you are healthy, all the hard work will be worth it." After that, she personally poured a cup of tea for the old Marquis and handed it to him.
The old marquis took the teacup and blew away the hot air in it gently. His eyes were a little deep, as if he was thinking about something. He put down the teacup, looked at Lu Yundi, and said slowly: "Yundi, do you know why I went out this time?"
Lu Yundi was stunned. She looked at the old marquis and said softly, "Father, you must have an important matter on this trip, but I really don't know the details."
The old marquis nodded slightly, the deep meaning in his eyes faded a little, and a barely perceptible bitter smile appeared at the corner of his mouth: "Yes, it is indeed important. I went out this time to find something - the imperial seal."
A hint of surprise flashed in Lu Yundi's eyes. The imperial seal was a treasure that symbolized the imperial power. If it fell into the wrong hands, the consequences would be disastrous. She calmed herself down and said slowly, "Father, where is the seal now?"
The old marquis sighed and looked toward the sky outside, as if recalling something: "It is said to be hidden in an ancient tomb in Youzhou. The tomb is full of traps and dangers. This trip is not only to find the jade seal, but also to uncover a secret that has been sealed for many years."
Lu Yundi frowned. What the old marquis said was true, but this trip was too dangerous. She couldn't help but worry about the old marquis. She whispered, "Father, why did you go there in person for such a dangerous trip?"
The old marquis turned his head and looked at Lu Yundi with a sharp gaze: "Yundi, you may not know that this imperial seal is inextricably linked to my Yan family. Back then, my Yan family's ancestors participated in escorting the seal to the south, so this seal is of extraordinary significance to my Yan family."
Lu Yundi nodded slightly, still a little worried, and said, "Father, since this matter is so important, do you need me to accompany you?"
The old marquis shook his head, and the wrinkles on his face became deeper. "Yun Di, I appreciate your kindness. But this journey is too dangerous, and I don't want you to take any risks. You stay in the Yan Mansion and help me with the housework. When I return, we will discuss the follow-up matters together."
Lu Yundi couldn't help feeling a little disappointed when he heard this, but the old marquis's decision could not be changed, so he nodded gently: "Father, if that's the case, I will obey your order. But please be careful and return safely as soon as possible."
Time flies, and several months have passed in the blink of an eye. One day, there were sudden thunders in the sky, as if foreshadowing something unexpected to happen.
At this moment, a servant rushed in with an envelope in his hand. Lu Yundi took the envelope and felt nervous, thinking that this letter must be related to the old marquis.
She opened the envelope, and the contents inside shocked her. It turned out that the old marquis had encountered an accident in the ancient tomb and was now in danger. In the letter, the old marquis asked Lu Yundi to rush to the ancient tomb as soon as possible and try to rescue him.
Lu Yundi did not hesitate for a moment. At this moment, she had to stand up.
Pack your bags and prepare to go to the ancient tomb.
She quickly packed her bag, picked up a sharp dagger, and tapped the hilt gently, as if to encourage herself.
The ancient tomb is filled with shadows.
Lu Yundi walked cautiously in the narrow tomb passage, holding a dagger tightly in his hand, alert to the movements around him.
Just then, a cold wind blew by, and the lights in the tomb passage flickered.
Suddenly, a hand stretched out from the wall of the tomb passage and grabbed Lu Yundi's ankle. She was startled and quickly drew her dagger, ready to fight back. However, when she lowered her head, she found that it was just a dry arm covered with traces of time.
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