The sky is not bright yet, with stars and moon hanging in the sky. The continuous spring rain has stopped, and only a thin mist permeates the forest and fields from far to near.
Zhou Ling came out with her sword and glanced at Mei Yuan. Before the young master could even get up, she went to the small hill in the backyard to practice swordsmanship. It had been three days and there was still a feeling of the boat and carriage shaking in her body... The young master said it was because some balance organ in her body was too sensitive.
When there is no one around, the young master will always say some incomprehensible words. Some will be understood after some time, while others will be incomprehensible no matter what.
After the rain in the forest, the air was fresh and humid. After practicing swordsmanship, she stood silently, watching the faint sword glint on the tip. In fact, she had seen her father's sword a long time ago, and it was the same. But later that night, she entrusted her and her brother to her adoptive father, and they never saw each other again
My adoptive father sighed as he spoke, 'When are the grudges and grudges in the martial arts world?'
He also instructed not to disclose his identity in the future, treating them as his own children.
She understood these words, but never understood them. She silently put away her sword and went down the mountain, passing by the hill where the young master taught her the sword. She used to stop for a moment.
After a while, the young master didn't come up and didn't comment... She felt a little regretful and looked around, only then did she realize that half a year had passed and the trees on the back mountain had grown taller, which was a bit unfamiliar.
At the foot of the small hill are continuous estates, separated by walls, fences, and barriers, which reflect the status of each household. At this time, women stand up one after another, busy carrying water and cooking, and smoke rises from the kitchen. The Ye family awakens from their night dream, full of vitality.
Zhou Ling found two courtyards below, the smaller one was her brother's homestead and the larger one was the young master's courtyard. As they had not been moved upstairs, everyone called this place Meiyuan.
Zhou Ling paused at a fork in the road and turned back. She was used to practicing swordsmanship with her brother, but when she came back this time and talked about visiting her adoptive father, her brother asked in detail, and her expression became serious. She instructed her not to leave the young master casually in the future, not just to be a guard, but also to be at home.
The word 'home' was a bit unfamiliar, but as she walked briskly back into the yard, she understood that this feeling of anticipation might be home
The Meiyuan is very large, with many side rooms. Now there are more than ten maidservants. When approaching the main room, she steps lightly and hears the voice of the young master.
Zhou Ling remembered the rules in the martial arts world that eavesdropping is taboo, so she turned around and left, returning to her room.
There is a dedicated bathtub and drainage pipe in the inner room, just like the small hot springs in the imperial palace. Aunt Zhang is dedicated to serving in her room. She poured hot soup, tried the water temperature, poured a package of medicine into it, and sank into the hot water, feeling soft and comfortable, almost moaning.
I heard from the young master that the formula for this medicinal bath has been finalized and will be distributed to the clan soldiers today, but she is still the only one enjoying it... and the young master.
Thinking this way made her feel a little inexplicable joy, and she didn't say anything. She just silently experienced this feeling, and her thoughts became peaceful until the water became a little cold, and then the water came out
After taking a shower, Zhou Ling rushed to the living room of her own room and was greeted by a woman named Aunt Cao. She had a smile on her face and quickly knelt down to greet her, saying, "Oh, I've seen Miss Zhou before. Come inside the house, the fog has soaked through your clothes, and this is the easiest place to catch a cold
Speaking, he asked the two maids to bow again.
She looked around forty years old last year, but her hair was pitch black, and although there were fish scale patterns around the corners of her eyes, in her laughter, she could still tell that she must have been a beauty before.
The two maidservants are thirteen or fourteen years old, with bright eyes and white teeth. You can see Aunt Cao saying, 'How do you like these two?'
When Jiang Zinan handed over the secret intelligence of the family, he told her that Aunt Cao was the adopted daughter of her predecessor, and her tone was very complicated. However, Zhou Ling could not understand or did not want to understand. Knowing that she had connections, she secretly contacted various servants and held the most sensitive information in the servant circle, and could not hide anything big or small from her.
Now included in the spy system, Zhou Ling's job is to connect with the public gate system and gradually build a real spy disk. These two maids are newly trained talents.
After listening, Zhou Ling remained silent and only said, "Judging from my good quality, I still need to report it to the young master
Speaking of which, he went to the main room.
The bell is ringing... "Ye Qing finished practicing and saw her slightly wet green silk, so she changed her mind and said," Did you come back to wash it
Yes
Let's have dinner together
Okay! "Zhou Ling responded, her tone conveying a sense of pleasure that she herself had not even noticed.
The restaurant is located in the east wing and is equipped with a kitchen. There are three dedicated chefs in charge, all of whom were brought by the imperial capital. Zhou Ling thinks this is a bit exaggerated.
But it's really delicious... She drank a bowl of soup and thought to herself.
The dining table is a long one. The young master said it doesn't show any distinction, but the meals are still separated. She takes a portion of the food and looks left and right. Sister Qianqian and Sister Zinan don't eat much, it's really a pity.
You two need to learn how to play Lingling... "Ye Qing finished eating," Especially Zinan, eating so little is a bit inappropriate
Zhou Ling honestly eats meat and feels happy in her heart, which feels good.
After finishing breakfast, accustomed to serving behind him, he arrived at the living room, but there were some people inside. Seeing Ye Qing come in, he "slapped" and stood up to bow.
No need to be polite, everyone sit down! "Ye Qing instructed. Seeing that they were sitting down, he asked," Mr. Lv, have all three thousand acres of land been allocated to the clan
They have all been allocated. The third master personally accepted and signed the pledge, and there are also three hundred new arrivals. According to the lord's regulations, the land and houses have been basically distributed
Just deal with it, I'm not a person who talks empty words, and there are no outsiders here, "Ye Qing took a few steps, looked at the clouds in the sky outside, took a deep breath, and said," When I first took office, I had a rule, which was to use my breath to prevent it - Mr. Lv, do you understand
I understand, my lord. This is the idea of the English lord, "Lv Shangjing smiled faintly." There is no destiny that falls out of thin air in this world
Three years without changing from the way of the father, it can be called filial piety. People think that simply speaking of filial piety implies a straight path
From the ruler of a country to the head of a household, it's all like this. When a new ruler ascends to the throne, it's actually a power obtained by rules, not really controlled by oneself
Only by sitting quietly, being intimidated by fortune, gradually changing one's destiny, and deeply ingrained in people's hearts, can this power be considered consolidated. This time is about three years - so these three years of not changing one's father's way is actually a direct way to consolidate the position of the new ruler
Many scholars present here, read some history books. Those who were young and arrogant as soon as they took office, gave arbitrary orders, and clashed with old officials, some caused a riot, damaged their vitality, and some even caused trouble to their positions
The connotation of the Lord's heroic spirit is hidden in his chest, with mountains and rivers. There is no need to be too restrained here, and there is no major disaster, but his heart is clear. I have also thought about this virtue, and this use makes me admire it - if it is the heroic spirit bestowed by heaven
The way to prevent anger and seek power is nothing more than digging and eating in the original farmhouses. Some people cut too much, while others must cut too little. It's just using power to have more confidence, but there is still a difference in thickness
The use of this matter by the lord is twofold: on the one hand, the original uncles in the harmonious clan do not touch it casually, but on the other hand, they greatly cultivate the foundation. This ten thousand acres of fertile land is clear evidence, and this declaration of ascension is also clear evidence - the lord is truly a hero
The words were spoken in an orderly manner, analyzed clearly, and everyone secretly believed, "This flattery is important, no wonder it is so highly valued
Ye Qing smiled and said, "You're talking too much, I still can't take it anymore, but the main idea is indeed this - to use energy to control things
Speaking, taking a sip of tea, with a hint of sophistication on his face, he said, "As the head of the household, the structure of this house will have to be rectified sooner or later, but not now - Zhou Feng, how is the rectification of your rural patrol house going
I promoted some people in my original tribe and trained them. Last night, I encountered small-scale espionage again. After the enemy retreated, they disappeared. Among the captured prisoners, one was found to be from Northern Wei and four were local bandits
You did a good job, these are thieves who never die, "Ye Qing sneered coldly," After careful examination, there's no need to have any reservations. After asking the questions, kill everyone and hang your head on the roadside
Yes, my lord
Ye Qing paced slowly and said to Jiang Chen, "Today, my family will officially establish a team training camp, with a formation of one hundred people. You can build it according to two hundred people, and I'll give you six months
Obey the order! "Jiang Chen responded," I will serve to the death and train elite soldiers for the Lord
Ye Qing just smiled. If it were an ordinary world, even if they trusted him, Ye Qing would not appoint him. When an army starts, it must leave its own mark, otherwise there is a risk of being replaced. This cannot be transferred by human power, it is an objective law.
But it doesn't matter if the Dao and Dharma manifest in the world!
Just saying, "With a large number of soldiers, it's not a problem to keep them in the mansion. We need to set up a campsite, and I will allocate a piece of land for you to use as a campsite... By the way, how did those few people who were assigned to you perform
All good, Hong Zhou, Zhang Fangbiao... especially Zhang Fangbiao, with his fierce martial arts skills and sincere personality, is the best seedling in the barracks, "Jiang Chen said excitedly, showing that he was compatible at first sight.
As Zhou Ling got closer, she noticed that her young master's expression had become somewhat strange, and she muttered to herself, "Sincere
She remembered what she had reported to the young master last night... Jiang Chen went to the patrol camp to challenge himself, but he refused to accept the challenge and returned victorious. If she ignored the fact that both sides were bruised and swollen
Could this be a man's friendship? "Zhou Ling felt that she didn't understand again.
Ye Qing had secretly instructed him, so it was impossible to blame him at this moment. He said seriously, "Hong Zhou has been the commander of the infantry team before, and it's impossible for him to pass you here. Let's first become the deputy commander of your second team, and then make promotions and demotions depending on the situation
Since you recommended Zhang Fangbiao, let's give him a team of cavalry during the team training. The soldiers will select seedlings in the village patrol. We are facing the grasslands of Northern Wei, and our equestrian skills have been passed down. We also have some key personnel to recruit in the patrol cavalry camp
Patrol camp? "Jiang Chen was a little shocked and looked up.
The patrol cavalry camp is ultimately an official establishment of the imperial court. If it is not convenient to use, it is better to establish its own establishment and temporarily use the name of a regiment training scout
Ye Qing casually said, then smiled and said, "Don't worry, just try to win them over inside. The treatment is generous, and families can come to pick them up. Don't look at these guys' appearances, just see what kind of horses they ride, and you'll know the details
This is... "Jiang Chen woke up with a suppressed smile on his face." These short donkeys are also called horses? Even our township patrol scouts are better than them... The treatment goes without saying, I'm afraid they won't be able to give up their military status
Dwarf donkey... this guy is so damaged!
Ye Qing smiled, opened the window, and looked at the open space in front of the courtyard. Hundreds of people were organizing and practicing in an orderly manner.
Ye Qing knew this was just the surface, at least the training was good. She nodded and said, "It's hard to say now, but I'll have to use troops in half a month