The room was brightly lit by candlelight, with several candles burning fiercely on a huge gilded candlestick, their leaping flames gently swaying in the breeze.
Like a playful sprite, it sways from side to side, cleverly projecting the figures of everyone in the room onto the wall. The interplay of light and shadow is dreamlike and illusory, like a flowing painting.
The new emperor, Ning Chenyi, was dressed in a black casual suit, simple yet dignified. The bright yellow ribbon tied around his waist was like a ray of brilliant sunshine, highlighting his supreme and noble status.
At this moment, his brows were slightly furrowed, his eyes focused, as he was engrossed in reviewing a memorial.
The brush in my hand is like a nimble dancer, constantly writing and annotating on the paper. The fragrance of ink slowly spreads in the air as the brush tip slides across the paper.
In the celadon teacup beside him, wisps of steam rose like light smoke, filling the room with the aroma of tea.
It added a touch of leisurely elegance to this busy and serious scene.
Beside him, the Left Chancellor Qin Shouzhen and the Right Chancellor Su Jinyun sat on either side.
Although Qin Shouzhen's temples are now gray and his silver hair is as white as snow, his eyes are deep and bright, like stars twinkling in the night sky, revealing the wisdom and composure that have been accumulated over the years.
He held a wolf-hair brush in his hand and gently traced lines on the unfolded map of Chengxiao Kingdom. The map was drawn with great detail, and every line seemed to contain the traces of time.
Mountains, rivers, counties, and prefectures are clearly visible, like a three-dimensional landscape painting unfolding before your eyes.
As he gestured, he shared his unique insights into the layout of academies in various prefectures, his voice steady and powerful, as if he were describing a grand blueprint for the future of Chengxiao Kingdom.
Su Jinyun was dressed in a crimson palace gown, which resembled a burning flame, dazzling and beautiful.
The golden phoenix embroidered on the hem of the garment is lifelike, as if it has been reborn from the ashes in the flames and is about to take flight, showing its nobility and majesty.
She possessed a graceful demeanor, exuding nobility and elegance in every gesture, gently waving a round fan painted with orchids in her hand.
The orchids on the fan seem to sway gently in the breeze, emitting a faint fragrance.
She would sometimes nod slightly, indicating her agreement with Qin Shouzheng's views; at other times, she would part her lips slightly and offer her own unique and insightful opinions.
Her voice was melodious and pleasant, like a nightingale singing in a valley, adding a unique touch to the discussion.
On the map of Chengxiao Kingdom spread out before the three, the various counties marked with cinnabar stood out like red stars in the candlelight.
The lines of different colors, like crisscrossing veins, represent the well-connected transportation routes that tightly link the entire Chengxiao Kingdom.
The densely packed small characters mark the local products, population, and customs of each region, resembling a detailed encyclopedia that showcases the vastness and richness of Chengxiao Kingdom.
The achievements of Jinxiu County Academy are becoming increasingly remarkable, shining like a bright pearl on the land of Chengxiao Kingdom.
Over the past two years, even though Qin Qianluo was far away in Beihai County, her fiefdom, Jinxiu County, has become increasingly prosperous, like a blooming flower, exuding a captivating charm.
In the city, the wide bluestone streets are spotless and clean, like a giant mirror reflecting the city's prosperity.
The shops lining the street are lined up one after another, offering a dazzling array of goods, like jewels set in the street.
In the early morning, as the first rays of sunlight gently fall upon the earth, steam rises from the steamed bun shop, like a blooming white cloud, filling the air with an enticing aroma.
The vendors' calls, rising and falling like a cheerful morning song, awaken this vibrant and lively city.
As night falls and the city lights come on, the night market is ablaze with lights, like a silver river falling from the sky, bustling with people.
The aromas from various food stalls are irresistible, like an invisible hand drawing people's footsteps.
The spectacular performances by the acrobats attracted many people to stop and watch, with cheers and laughter rising and falling, bringing the atmosphere of the night market to a climax.
The college is a vibrant and energetic place.
In the classroom, students sat together and engaged in heated debates on academic issues. Their eyes shone with wisdom, and sparks of thought collided fiercely in the air.
Like bursts of dazzling lightning, they pierce the night sky of knowledge.
On the playground, the students moved with agility and marched in unison, their shouts deafening.
As if they were about to break through the clouds, freely shed the sweat of youth, and show their youthful vitality and passion.
The academy's vigorous development has not only nurtured many outstanding students, but also, like saplings growing strong, they have become pillars of Chengxiao Kingdom's future.
It has also boosted the prosperity of surrounding industries, like a pebble thrown into a calm lake, creating ripples.
The printing press roared with the sound of machinery, as if playing a symphony of industrial development; the pen and ink shop was bustling with customers, brimming with a rich cultural atmosphere.
If it weren't for the fact that Jinxiu County's terrain and strategic location didn't quite fit the requirements of the capital, and that it had already been granted to Qin Qianluo.
Ning Chenyi truly considered moving the capital here, which shows that the prosperity of Jinxiu County has deeply resonated with the people.
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