si-mexico Chapter 153 Sense of Belonging
Chapter 153 Sense of Belonging
It was a dark night, and the moonlight shone through the window lattice onto the exquisite rosewood table, illuminating the dignified figure of Lu Yundi.
The supreme commander of the Nine Gates was dressed in black and sat quietly opposite, his eyes deeper than the night.
"Madam Lu, Yao Dingtian has been the target of our Nine Gates' tracking for many years. His whereabouts in the martial arts world are erratic. It was one of our informants who discovered his whereabouts by chance and notified us in time." The supreme commander spoke in a calm tone, but revealed a trace of subtle solemnity.
Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a hint of doubt in his eyes: "Then why did Yao Dingtian contact your Nine Gates? Isn't he always alone?"
The Supreme Commander smiled slightly, with a deep light flashing in his eyes: "Madam is right, Yao Dingtian is indeed a solitary person. But this time, he took the initiative to contact us because he has a vital piece of intelligence."
"What information?" A hint of curiosity flashed in Lu Yundi's eyes.
The Supreme Commander pondered for a moment and said, "This information concerns the safety of the entire martial arts world. Yao Dingtian said that he discovered a secret organization that is secretly planning a shocking conspiracy."
Lu Yundi's face changed and he became serious: "What conspiracy? What do they want to do?"
The Supreme Commander frowned and said, "The specific details are still unclear, but Yao Dingtian speculated that the target of this organization might be the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion."
Lu Yundi's face became more solemn. She pondered for a moment and said, "The Zhongyong Marquis' Mansion is located in the Central Plains and has connections with various forces. It is indeed easy to become a target of public criticism. But why did Yao Dingtian reveal this information to us?"
The Supreme Commander smiled slightly, with a hint of depth in his eyes: "Madam, although Yao Dingtian is a loner, he is not a heartless person. He knows that if the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion encounters an accident, the entire martial arts world will fall into turmoil. He chose to cooperate with us in order to leave a glimmer of hope for the future of the martial arts world."
Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a hint of respect in his eyes: "Yao Dingtian is indeed worthy of his reputation.
A trace of gratitude flashed in the Supreme Commander's eyes, and he said softly, "Madam, you are too kind. However, I have something else to ask of you."
Lu Yundi smiled slightly: "Just say it."
The Supreme Commander groaned for a moment and said, "Madam, this conspiracy is of great importance. The power of our Nine Gates is limited. I would like to ask Madam for help in mobilizing the power of the Loyal and Brave Marquis' Mansion to fight against this conspiracy together."
Lu Yundi nodded gently, his expression serious: "Supreme Commander, don't worry, the Loyal and Brave Marquisate will never sit idly by. I will immediately notify the masters in the family to deal with this crisis together."
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The lights in the mansion of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery were brilliant, illuminating the entire mansion as if it were daytime. Lu Yundi sat on an exquisite mahogany chair, quietly listening to Xiang Zhu's report on the business situation of the Zijing Night Market. Xiang Zhu's voice was clear and detailed, and every word fell on Lu Yundi's heart.
Xiang Zhu finished his report, lowered his head slightly, and waited for Lu Yundi's instructions. Lu Yundi smiled slightly, with a hint of approval in her eyes, and she said softly: "Zhu'er, you did a good job. But, have you found anything special about the business of this barbecue stall?"
Xiang Zhu raised his head, thought for a moment, and then said, "Madam, there are a lot of people in the night market, but I think the uniqueness of this barbecue stall is that it is not just a simple business, but more like a communication platform between people. Many guests come not only to taste the food, but more to find a sense of belonging and warmth."
Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a look of deep thought in his eyes. He stood up, walked to the window, looked at the deep night sky outside the window, and sighed softly: "Yes, a sense of belonging and warmth are the most precious things in the world."
Xiang Zhu quietly followed behind Lu Yundi. She knew that Madam was in a complicated mood and it was inconvenient to disturb her. However, she couldn't help but ask: "Madam, should we do something to make this sense of belonging and warmth stronger?"
Lu Yundi turned his head and looked at Xiang Zhu, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Zhu'er, you are right. We should pass this warmth to more people. Starting tomorrow, you will be responsible for adding a service to the barbecue stall, providing a bowl of hot oatmeal porridge for every guest for free."
Xiang Zhu was stunned for a moment, then she understood Madam's intention, and a touch of emotion flashed in her eyes: "Madam, you really have a kind heart. I will definitely do as you say."
The barbecue stall at the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion has become more lively. In addition to tasting delicious barbecue, the guests can also drink a bowl of hot oatmeal porridge, which makes them feel at home.
One day, when night fell, Xiang Zhu returned to the mansion of the Marquis of Loyalty and Bravery and went straight to Lu Yundi's room. She said excitedly with a happy face: "Madam, a special guest came to the barbecue stall today. After tasting our oatmeal porridge, he left this poem."
As he spoke, Xiang Zhu took out a roll of paper from his sleeve, on which was written:
“The aroma of oatmeal warms the heart, where else in the world can you find such a feeling?
The laughter in front of the barbecue stall makes the journey home no longer cold. "
Lu Yundi took the scroll of poems, a hint of surprise flashed in her eyes, she recited the poems softly, and the smile on her face became brighter.
Late at night, Lu Yundi sat alone in the room, looking at the starry sky outside the window, feeling increasingly confused. At this moment, Xiang Zhu gently opened the door and walked in. She looked at Lu Yundi, with a hint of worry in her eyes: "Madam, you seem to be worried."
Lu Yundi looked at Xiang Zhu and smiled slightly: "Zhu'er, you understand me more and more. I do have something on my mind..."
"Madam, are you worried about the eldest young master?" Xiang Zhu asked softly, with unconcealable concern in his voice.
Lu Yundi sighed, with a hint of helplessness in his eyes: "Yes, Zhu'er. The future of the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion depends largely on Yunchen. But he is too kind and I am afraid he will not be able to cope with this chaotic world."
Xiang Zhu frowned slightly, what the lady said was true.
Although Xie Yunchen is talented, he is too kind and often has difficulty making decisions at critical moments.
"Madam, perhaps we can try to guide the young master and make him understand that sometimes kindness is not the only option." Xiang Zhu said cautiously.
Lu Yundi nodded slightly, with a hint of determination in his eyes: "Zhu'er, you are right. We can't let the foundation of the Loyal and Brave Marquis's Mansion be destroyed. But this matter is quite tricky, and we need to be cautious."
The two were silent for a while, and Xiang Zhu suddenly remembered something, with a gleam in his eyes: "Madam, I heard that a mysterious master has appeared in the martial arts world recently, and he seems to be quite concerned about the Loyal and Brave Marquis Mansion."
A hint of surprise flashed across Lu Yundi's eyes: "Oh? Zhu'er, do you know who this expert is?"
Xiang Zhu shook his head: "Madam, I don't know, but if I can use this person, maybe he can be of some help to the young master."
Lu Yundi pondered for a moment, then slowly said: "Zhu'er, you are right. We need this expert. But before that, we must find out his true identity and intentions."