Chapter 1593: Su Tang, why don’t you go and find a relative?
Following Tang Bao's words, everyone looked towards Yu Zhilan.
Naturally, except Tang Bao, no one dared to ask the Prince's Tutor for New Year's money.
However, there was a hint of eagerness in everyone's eyes.
You know, even a casual painting by the Grand Tutor is worth a fortune!
After all, Yu Zhilan is the elder. In front of so many younger people, no matter how stingy she is, she would feel embarrassed not to bleed at this time.
"Master is a lonely man with nothing to lose. I can't compare to your wealth."
As Yu Zhilan spoke, she took out her purse and took out copper coins.
"Come on, everyone has a share..."
"Happy Beast God Festival, Master Taifu." Before Yu Zhilan could finish, Empress Mingli excitedly said, "Can the New Year's money be replaced with Master Taifu's calligraphy and paintings?"
"I want calligraphy and paintings too!"
"Me too……"
As soon as Queen Mingli finished speaking, others followed suit.
What a joke! The Grand Tutor has always been known for being stingy, so he might as well give me a few coins as New Year's money.
Now that I finally have a chance to make some money, I must make the most of it!
Yu Zhilan paused in taking out the copper coins.
Tang Bao said with a smile: "Master is a clean-handed person, but he is a good painter. So we can use Master's calligraphy and paintings instead of New Year's money. This not only saves Master money, but also makes everyone happy. This is a happy ending for everyone!"
Yu Zhilan: “…”
Do you think he won't settle the account?
How much does one of his paintings sell for?
"That's right... Grand Master, happy Beast God Festival! I'd like a painting of a hundred flowers in full bloom." Princess Linghua struck while the iron was hot and said happily, "Just something like Su Tang's painting. Grand Master, please copy one for me!"
When Tang Bao became Yu Zhilan's apprentice, the old general demanded from Yu Zhilan a painting of flowers from an ancient dynasty as a gift.
"Master Yu, happy Beast God Festival! I want the Phoenix Mountain Autumn Outing Picture." Xia Siya also said excitedly.
Because of Tang Bao, Xia Siya had also received instruction from Yu Zhilan, and could be considered half a disciple of Yu Zhilan.
"Hehe, Master, I want a painting of Eight Horses." Er Pan said with a chuckle.
"Master, I want the picture of the Great Peng spreading its wings." Da Pan also said.
"Master Yu, I want a portrait of the young lady." Shi Liu hurriedly said, "Oh, it's the picture of the young lady showing off her skills in embroidering the Buddha statue at the Qiqiao Festival. Oh, by the way, I know it takes time for Master Taifu to paint, so I'm not in a hurry. Just take your time."
"I'm not in a hurry." Xia Siya also said quickly: "You can give it to me after we return to the capital."
Slow work produces fine work. We finally got the wool back, and we can't let Master Yu just give it a few strokes and get away with it.
When Princess Linghua saw it, she also hurriedly said, "There's no rush for me, Master Taifu, just take your time painting."
When Empress Mingli saw that she had proposed it first, others had taken the lead and she also said quickly: "Master Taifu, I heard that you painted a painting of a hundred birds paying homage to the phoenix. I would like to ask you to paint another one, but the people in this painting are——"
Empress Mingli paused, then continued, "It's me and Sister Fuya. Oh, by the way, I'm a little anxious. I hope the Grand Tutor can give me the painting before he leaves Xi Qin."
Otherwise, it might be a failure.
Queen Mingli finished speaking and glanced at Tang Bao.
Tang Bao smiled and said, "Don't worry, sister, the master will definitely agree."
Yu Zhilan: “…”
Why did he think so hard in the first place and decide to accept such a treacherous little apprentice?
"Brother, what do you want?" Tang Bao looked at Xuanyuan Jin with a smile.
No matter what, I can't miss out on my little brother's New Year's money.
The little brother is shy and must be too embarrassed to ask for it!
After listening to Tang Bao's words, Xuanyuan Jin said calmly, "Master, it will take a long time to draw so many paintings."
Xuanyuan Jin's face showed an expression of "I am very filial."
Then he continued, "I am a dull disciple and cannot bear the hard work. I am truly ashamed."
Yu Zhilan was delighted. This disciple was quite sensible. It seemed that he didn't want it anymore.
However, Xuanyuan Jin continued, "Although I am a dull disciple, I will do my best to help you and not burden you. So, I will take your copy of 'Shanhe Zhi'."
As soon as Xuanyuan Jin finished speaking, Yu Zhilan was so angry that she almost picked up the teacup at hand and threw it at him!
You know, his set of "Records of Mountains and Rivers" is a rare ancient book.
There is only one set like this in the whole world, it can be said to be a priceless treasure!
Even if he painted a hundred paintings, they would not be as valuable as the set of "Mountain and River Records".
Tang Bao giggled.
"Brother is still considerate of Master." Tang Bao said with a smile: "Master will definitely agree, right, Master?"
Yu Zhilan was so angry that she almost laughed. Just as she was about to refuse, Tang Bao said, "I knew Master would agree. In that case, I'll take Master's collection of treasures. Otherwise, I'll be blind and fail to recognize the good things I encounter in the future, which would bring shame to Master."
After Tang Bao finished speaking, he looked at Yu Zhilan with an expression that said, "I am also very sensible."
"Master, don't you agree?"
Yu Zhilan: “…”
Whose apprentice is this? Can I return it?
When Tang Bao was taking advantage of others, Yu Zhilan felt very happy watching it.
Now it was his turn, and he wished he could expel this unfilial little disciple from the sect.
In the end, the Grand Tutor, known as the "Fox", was instigated by his own little disciple and was severely punished, and agreed to all the demands of the crowd.
"Miss, will we pass by Shenxian Mountain when we go to southern Xinjiang?" Shi Liu suddenly seemed to remember something and asked excitedly.
"Immortal Mountain?" Tang Bao looked at Xuanyuan Jin, "Brother, are we passing by Immortal Mountain?"
Things like making guides have always been the job of the young man.
Xuanyuan Jin shook his head and said, "We are heading southeast, and there are no immortal mountains along the way."
Moreover, he had never heard of the Fairy Mountain.
When Shi Liu heard this, a look of regret appeared on his face.
Tang Bao asked curiously, "Sister Pomegranate, is there anything special about Fairy Mountain? Could it be that fairies live on the mountain? Have they performed any miracles?"
Tang Bao was not surprised by this.
Anyway, anything that people cannot explain can be attributed to theology.
When the others heard this, they also showed interested expressions.
Seeing people's interest, Shi Liu became interested again and said excitedly, "Miss, I heard a rumor in the streets that there is a mysterious snowy mountain where immortals live and mortals can't climb it..."
"It's said that the mountain is filled with exotic flowers and plants, agate and jade are piled up like mountains, and the palaces on the mountain are all made of jade. If a mortal could get even a small piece of that jade, they would have endless food and drink to enjoy for the rest of their lives..."
Xia Siya said, "Since no one has ever been there, how do they know what it's like?"
Shi Liu spread his hands and said irresponsibly: "I don't know about that, but——"
Shi Liu had a mysterious expression on his face and lowered his voice.
He continued, "Some people have seen immortals with their own eyes. They say that the immortals on the Immortal Mountain can ride on clouds and mist, and turn their hands to make clouds and their hands to make rain..."
Everyone looked towards Tang Bao.
Tang Bao: “…”
Why are you looking at me?
Princess Linghua said eagerly, "Su Tang, how about you go and recognize your relatives?"
Tang Bao: “…”
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