ebookland Chapter 262 Prepare for a rainy day
Chapter 262 Prepare for a rainy day
Deep in the carved and painted buildings of Fuxi County Lady's Mansion, Shen Li's room was like a quiet world. The air was filled with the faint scent of burning incense, and wisps of smoke rose up, as if telling a silent story.
A few rays of soft sunlight, unique to early autumn, filter through the carved window lattices. The interweaving of light and shadow casts patches of mottled shadows of various shapes on the ground, just like a natural ink painting.
Shen Li was wearing a moon-white brocade dress. The material was delicate and warm to the touch, which made her figure look even more slender and delicate. However, she exuded a calmness and restraint that transcended her age. She stood quietly in front of the window, like a quiet and beautiful painting.
Her gaze seemed to be able to penetrate the exquisite window lattice and look far into the unknown world. There was a hint of worry and concern hidden in the depths of her eyes, just like the undercurrents beneath the surface of the lake.
Just at this moment, the door was slowly pushed open, making a slight "creaking" sound.
Chu Qiu walked into the room with light steps. Her posture was graceful and her movements were full of intelligence. She bowed respectfully, her movements as natural as flowing water. Then, with her chin slightly raised, she softly announced, "Miss, great news! We have finally found the master's whereabouts."
Chuqiu's usually stern face was rarely filled with an expression of irrepressible excitement. His cheeks flushed slightly, just like peach blossoms blooming in spring. His voice unconsciously rose a little due to excitement, and it was as clear as the chirping of birds in the mountains. "The master has joined the Thunder Army under the command of the famous old general Xiao Zhenting.
I heard that when the master first entered the military camp, an old soldier saw that he looked unfamiliar and wanted to make things difficult for him and bully him.
The old soldier was a big and strong man with a face full of flesh. He didn't look like a good guy.
But our master is such a man that he is not afraid of his provocation at all. He is as agile as an eagle and in just a few moves he has subdued the old soldier.
Coincidentally, the old soldier was a generous and open-minded person. He was completely impressed by the master's skills. Not only did he not get angry, but he was full of admiration for the master. He immediately arranged for the master to specifically guide the soldiers' training!
Chu Qiu was so excited that he spoke a long string of words in one breath, his chest heaving slightly and breathing heavily.
She walked lightly to the table, stretched out her slender fingers and gently picked up the teacup on the table. The teacup was made of fine Ru kiln porcelain, delicate and smooth.
She brought the teacup to her lips, took a sip, moistened her dry throat, and continued, "Miss, do you think we should arrange for more people to take care of Madam and Young Master Xuan? Now that the master is not home, the world is not at peace, we have to pay more attention."
Upon hearing this, Shen Li slowly turned her head, her movements graceful and calm.
Her slender fingers, as slender as scallions, were like nimble jade bamboo shoots, tapping the table rhythmically, making a crisp and pleasant "tapping" sound, as if she was playing a silent piece of music.
Hearing Chu Qiu's question, she raised her eyes slightly, and a barely perceptible sharp light flashed in her eyes, like a cold star passing through the night sky, and her wisdom was beyond words.
She opened her red lips slightly and said slowly, "Don't worry, I have already made plans. I have secretly sent Shen Yu with a group of Anbu members who have been carefully trained for quite some time to provide protection.
These secret guards are carefully selected. Each of them is extremely agile and loyal to our Shen family, as firm as a rock.
With them protecting Madam and Young Master Xuan, I believe they will be safe and sound."
When Chu Qiu heard this, a bright smile suddenly broke out on her face. That smile was like a ray of bright sunshine, dispelling some of the haze in the room.
She said happily, "That's great! With Miss's meticulous and thoughtful arrangements, we feel reassured. Now we really don't have to worry about anything anymore!"
Her words were full of admiration and dependence on Shen Li, as if as long as Shen Li was in charge, any problem in the world could be easily resolved. Her eyes flashed with absolute trust in Shen Li, as if Shen Li was the bright light guiding them in the darkness, illuminating their way forward.