EBE Chapter 236 Lu Qingqing Receives the Imperial Decree
Chapter 236 Lu Qingqing Receives the Imperial Decree
the next morning,
Lu Qingqing and her family had already packed up.
They were all neatly dressed.
Even Chunlan and the others,
They were all dressed very formally.
Today, Lu Qingqing wore a simple yet dignified pale yellow dress.
She wore a simple jade headdress.
In addition, Chunlan did an exquisite makeup for her.
She possessed the air of a lady from a prestigious family.
Just then, Lin Feng walked over excitedly.
"My dear,
"How do I look in this outfit, Uncle?"
Lu Qingqing smiled and looked them over, then sincerely praised them:
Uncle Lin Feng,
You look very smart in that navy blue outfit!
It looks very stylish.
He's clearly a respected elder in our Linjia Village.
As soon as Lu Qingqing finished speaking,
Then they heard Lin Qingshan's voice.
"Qingqing, what do you think of Daddy's outfit?"
Lu Qingqing turned her head to look.
Lin Qingshan was dressed in a dark gray long robe.
It was meticulously groomed, without a single wrinkle.
Lu Qingqing's eyes lit up, and she exclaimed in genuine admiration:
"Dad, you look really smart!"
It exudes a special air of elegance; that's how one must act to receive an imperial edict.
Both composed and appropriate.
Lin Qingshan nodded slightly.
A barely perceptible hint of tension and anticipation flashed in his eyes.
Reaching out, she gently tugged at the hem of her clothes and said:
"That's good, that's good."
"I'm afraid you'll embarrass me at this crucial moment."
Just then, someone shouted,
"Qingqing, Village Chief,"
The procession delivering the imperial edict is almost at the village entrance!
This shout,
Like a pebble thrown into a calm lake,
It instantly broke the tense atmosphere on the scene.
"Everyone, stay calm and don't panic!"
We'll follow Qingqing and her family to the table to wait for the imperial decree.
Don't lose your composure!
Lin Feng raised his voice and shouted loudly,
At the same time, he quickly straightened his clothes.
His gaze swept firmly over the surrounding villagers.
The villagers, as if waking from a dream, quickly did as instructed.
They followed Lu Qingqing's family cautiously.
They slowly moved toward the set table.
The procession carrying the imperial edict arrived at the front at a leisurely pace.
They came to a stop in an orderly fashion.
The guards at the front were dressed in bright armor.
Holding a long spear, his expression was cold and stern.
A eunuch dressed in magnificent court robes alighted from the middle carriage.
Holding a bright yellow imperial edict scroll in his hands,
The color was dazzling in the sunlight.
The father-in-law cleared his throat and shouted loudly:
"Lu Qingqing, receive the imperial decree—"
In an instant, Lu Qingqing's family was the first to kneel down.
The villagers behind them also immediately followed suit and prostrated themselves on the ground.
The vast venue was so quiet that only the gentle breeze and the breathing of the people could be heard.
The eunuch unfurled the imperial edict, his voice loud and clear:
By the mandate of Heaven, the Emperor decrees:
I have just heard that Lu Qingqing, a villager from Linjia Village, is intelligent and quick-witted.
They care deeply about the common people.
Through meticulous research, a second crop of rice was successfully cultivated.
This is an innovative initiative that benefits all people.
It is of great benefit to the country's agriculture and sericulture.
I am very pleased and hereby commend Lady Lu.
He was granted a thousand taels of gold and a hundred acres of fertile land.
One hundred bolts of brocade and one hundred pieces of jade hairpins and rings.
I hope you will continue your efforts to bring happiness to the people.
"To bring glory to the nation, so be it!"
After the imperial envoy finished reading the imperial edict,
His gaze fell on Lu Qingqing, and he said loudly:
"Lu Qingqing accepts the imperial decree and expresses her gratitude!"
Lu Qingqing hurriedly and respectfully prostrated herself on the ground.
The sound was clear and firm:
"Your humble servant, Lu Qingqing, thanks Your Majesty for your great kindness."
Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor! Long live the Emperor!
After speaking, she slowly stood up.
He received the imperial edict with both hands in a reverent manner.
Lu Qingqing looked respectfully at the eunuch who was announcing the imperial decree.
Wen Wan said:
"My lord, you must be tired from your journey. Please do me the honor of joining us."
Please come to my humble abode for some simple food and drink.
A faint smile appeared on the father-in-law's face.
Nodding slightly:
"Miss Lu, you're too kind."
Our family has long heard that the villagers of Linjia Village are simple and honest.
"In that case, we will trouble you, young lady."
Lu Qingqing quickly stepped aside to lead the way and welcomed her father-in-law into the house.
The father-in-law stepped into the house.
He looked around and nodded slightly.
"Please take a seat, sir."
Lu Qingqing smiled gently and stepped aside to respectfully invite him.
He pointed to the most prestigious spot in the main hall.
The father-in-law nodded slightly, his expression reserved.
He walked slowly and deliberately to the seat of honor.
She gently lifted the hem of her dress and gracefully took her seat.
"Father-in-law, you must be exhausted from your journey."
May His grace be bestowed upon my family.
We've all seen how hard they've worked.
This is a small token of our family's appreciation.
I hope you will accept this, sir.
Wang Xiuxiu, standing to the side, wore a perfectly timed smile.
With a respectful expression,
She handed a beautifully embroidered purse to her father-in-law with both hands.
The father-in-law instinctively took the purse.
It feels quite heavy when you hold it.
Based on his years of experience accepting gifts, he speculated...
There are at least one hundred taels of silver in this purse.
His joy intensified immediately.
But he still maintained that calm expression on his face.
He gently tucked the purse into his sleeve and nodded slightly.
He looked at Wang Xiuxiu and said:
"Your family is so polite."
"This makes us a little embarrassed."
Lu Qingqing also smiled broadly.
She attentively attended to the eunuch who was delivering the imperial decree.
The father-in-law was extremely pleased with the hospitality shown to Lu Qingqing's family.
I couldn't help but say a few words of goodwill to Lu Qingqing:
"Miss Lu is so intelligent and quick-witted, and also knows how to be polite."
No wonder he received the Emperor's praise.
If you encounter any difficulties in the future, please feel free to tell us.
As long as it's within our family's capabilities
I will definitely help you out.
Lu Qingqing quickly stood up and bowed respectfully:
"Thank you for your kind words, sir. I am honored to receive such praise from you."
It is an honor for our whole family.
I hope my father-in-law will offer me more guidance in the future.
at this time,
Village Chief Lin Feng, who was standing nearby, listened to the conversation between the two.
He laughed so hard his eyes narrowed into slits.
He thought to himself, "Our Linjia Village has finally made it through."
Lu Qingqing is an exceptionally intelligent girl.
I never imagined they could actually do something so earth-shattering.
He received the Emperor's commendation.
Now that's great, with this honor bestowed upon him...
The village's fame will surely spread far and wide.
Seeing that it was almost time, the father-in-law coughed lightly.
He looked at Lu Qingqing with gentle eyes and said:
"Miss Lu, our mission is complete."
"I'll return to the palace to report now."
Lu Qingqing quickly and respectfully curtsied, saying:
"Your Excellency has had a long and arduous journey; I am deeply grateful for the imperial decree you have conveyed."
Our whole family will never forget it.
I hope that after you return to the palace,
Please convey our gratitude to the Emperor.
The father-in-law nodded slightly and smiled with satisfaction:
"Don't worry, Miss Lu"
We will certainly report the truth to His Majesty.
Your family should simply accept this favor.
Having said that, he turned to leave, surrounded by his attendants.
Lu Qingqing's family and the villagers hurriedly saw them off.
Lu Qingqing smiled radiantly.
He gently handed a bundle to his attendant beside him.
Inside were some fried chicken and other food that they had carefully prepared.
"This contains food and dry rations prepared by our own family."
These are all simple, home-style dishes; I hope my father-in-law won't find them unappetizing.
Father-in-law, please take care on your journey.
The father-in-law sat in the carriage, nodding in satisfaction.
He responded with a smile:
"Miss Lu, you are so kind."
Your family has gained the Emperor's favor.
"I will certainly serve the imperial court well in the future."
Lu Qingqing quickly and respectfully curtsied, her attitude sincere:
"We will always remember our father-in-law's teachings."
His Majesty's grace is boundless; we are determined to serve him with our lives.
We will certainly live up to His Majesty's expectations.
The father-in-law waved his hand and instructed the driver to set off.
As the carriage slowly moved forward...
Lu Qingqing's family and the villagers stood still.
I watched my father-in-law and his party leave.
Until the procession gradually disappeared at the end of the road,
The villagers then came to their senses.
Until the procession gradually disappeared at the end of the road,
The villagers then erupted in cheers.
Everyone praised and congratulated Lu Qingqing.
"Qingqing, you are truly a great hero of our village!"
"From now on, our village will enjoy good fortune thanks to you!"
Praises rose and fell.
Lu Qingqing didn't spoil the mood.
A bright smile graced his face.
She turned to look at Uncle Lin Feng and said:
"Uncle Lin Feng, tonight..."
Our family invited the whole village to dinner.
"Good wine and good food, everyone can eat as much as they want!"
Village Chief Lin Feng's eyes narrowed into slits with laughter.
He nodded repeatedly.
"Great idea, Qingqing, that's fantastic!"
Don't worry, we won't hold back with you.
We should really bask in your glory.
The villagers cheered with joy upon hearing this.
The children ran excitedly through the crowd.
They were saying there would be something delicious to eat tonight.
The adults were all smiling.
They discussed their excitement at meeting such an important person today.