Acai's Sky

Chapter 446: Paintings, Heroic Spirit

After respectfully accepting the heavy imperial edict, General Li sat on the main seat as majestically as a mountain.

At this moment, the emcee began to lead the rhythm of the entire scene in an orderly manner, as if conducting a grand symphony.

As the drums and music sounded, the cheerful melody seemed to break through the sky. The guests stopped talking to each other and their eyes were cast towards the hall like spotlights.

The emcee cleared his throat and shouted, "Youngsters, it's time to celebrate your birthday!" This shout seemed to ignite the enthusiasm of the entire scene.

Li Muyang took the lead and, along with the gentle Su, they knelt down and kowtowed to General Li. Their voices were so resonant that they seemed to shake the heavens: "Father, may you live as long as the pines, be blessed as the waters of the East China Sea, and live forever!"

After hearing this, the old general nodded slightly, stroked his gray beard, and smiled like a blooming chrysanthemum: "Okay, okay, okay! Hurry up and get up, we two must have a few drinks!"

Then, He walked forward alone, bowed respectfully, and said with a firm voice: "I wish you great fortune, endless blessings, and eternal health!"

General Li nodded with satisfaction and said comfortingly, "The second son is now fighting outside. Battle reports are coming in frequently every day. He is doing well. You can just wait for good news from him at home!"

After hearing this, He nodded repeatedly, then retreated as lightly as a butterfly.

Afterwards, Li Muyu brought the dignified Zhang to General Li and knelt respectfully. His voice was like the sound of nature: "I wish you good fortune, a long life, good luck, and everything goes well!"

General Li showed a relieved smile on his face, like a spring breeze blowing across the lake, and signaled them to stand up.

Immediately afterwards, Li Mufeng and the gentle Xiao came forward and also knelt down to pay their respects. The voice of blessing rang out like thunder: "I wish you happiness and good health, all your wishes come true, good luck and happiness, and a smile on your face all the time!"

General Li laughed heartily upon hearing this and quickly asked them to stand up: "Great, great! Our family should be neat and harmonious!"

At this time, Li Muzi and the gentle Sang also knelt down and said: "May you have a long life, good fortune as vast as the East Sea, good health and longevity, and may you always smile!"

"Good, good, good! Are you all healthy? Are you all healthy?" Old General Li smiled from ear to ear, as if he were ten years younger.

Then, the master of ceremonies shouted again, as if directing a grand performance: "Next, please invite the grandchildren of General Li to come forward and pay their respects and salute!"

At this time, only Li Yixuan and several other young children were left at home.

They walked forward with brisk steps, knelt respectfully and kowtowed, their voices shouting in unison like thunder in summer: "Grandfather, may you be healthy, always smiling, enjoy a long and happy life, and be content and blessed as vast as the East Sea!"

General Li looked at the few grandchildren in front of him, and the smile on his face gradually faded, as if he was thinking of those children and grandchildren who were fighting for the country far away from home.

An indescribable sadness welled up in his heart, as if he was being pricked by thousands of needles.

The clever Ah Cai keenly noticed the change in his grandfather's mood, and hurriedly stepped forward to perform the ceremony of a junior.

She said softly, "Grandpa, although my second uncle and cousins ​​couldn't be there in person to celebrate your birthday, they all sent precious gifts! I'll show them to you later!"

After saying this, she turned around and gestured behind her. Rong Mama, the old fox, understood her intention and immediately ordered the servants to bring up several paintings and place them neatly facing General Li.

Ah Cai pointed to each painting and enthusiastically introduced them to General Li: "Grandfather, these are scenes from when my second uncle and his men were fighting in the Nanman area! Come and take a look!"

General Li's eyes were instantly attracted by these paintings, and he was immersed in them as if he was being pulled by a mysterious force.

As the paintings unfolded one after another, Li Muchen was seen riding a tall horse, holding a spear, charging bravely and heroically;

The eldest grandson, Li Yifei, held a sword in his hand, with a domineering look on his face, and killed the enemy as easily as cutting melons and vegetables;

The second grandson, Li Yizhou, brandished his long sword, and his sharp sword energy and graceful posture seemed to break through the drawing paper;

The third grandson, Li Yixuan, stepped on the southern barbarians, looking majestic like a god of war;

The fourth grandson, Li Yijing, rode into the city on horseback, looking so high-spirited that he seemed ready to conquer the world.

The fifth grandson, Li Yisong, put his hands on his hips, looking silly, which made people laugh...

"Where are my granddaughters?" General Li asked anxiously. He looked around but did not see any portraits of his granddaughters.

Upon seeing this, Madam Rong quickly signaled the people in the first row to step back, and then asked the servants in the second row to come forward with the portrait.

These portraits respectively show the eldest granddaughter Li Fanyin in a heroic figure wearing armor and red clothes;

The second granddaughter, Li Fan Ge, holds a long sword and looks heroic, like the reincarnation of Hua Mulan;

The third granddaughter, Li Fanyu, swung her long whip, her fighting spirit high as if she was determined to conquer all difficulties;

The fourth granddaughter, Li Fanyi, brandished her golden maces with both hands. Her majestic and powerful appearance seemed to stir up a storm...

After seeing this, General Li was so happy that he seemed to fly: "Women are really as good as men! Come show them to my grandsons-in-law, let them see our heroines!"

King Rui, who always liked to watch the fun, suddenly became interested:

"Old General, don't just look at it by yourself! Turn the painting around so we can all get a good look at our young generals fighting the Southern Barbarians!"

Ah Cai couldn't help but rub her nose and secretly laughed in her heart. In fact, these portraits were carefully drawn by her based on the images taken by Xiao Yi.

After all, in the previous dimension, she was a top student who graduated successfully from the Academy of Fine Arts!

This diploma was hard-earned!

Of course we have to put what we learn into practice!

When the ten paintings were circulated among the crowd one by one, Ah Cai couldn't help but feel a little excited.

It was as if I saw that the results of my hard work were recognized by everyone.

Sima Xian, the Prince of Leisure, gazed at a portrait and asked thoughtfully, "The brushstrokes in this painting possess the essence of our country's traditional painting style, while also seeming to carry the unique charm of some foreign paintings! It's truly unique!"

Prince Rui admired the portrait and marveled, "In recent years, our overseas trade has been booming! The styles of painting from overseas have certainly had a certain influence on us! But looking at it this way, it has a unique flavor! It's truly eye-opening!"

The chief priest Liu Liangyu looked at the ten paintings before him, examining them carefully with great delight, and exclaimed in admiration:

"These paintings are so beautiful! To be able to create such masterpieces, the artist must have practiced hard for at least ten years! I am truly in awe of them!"

General Li felt relieved as these ten paintings were displayed.

He was relieved that his children and grandchildren were safe on the battlefield! It was as if he saw the future and hope of his family.

Eunuch Qiao was also looking at these paintings with great interest: "Old General, today is your birthday! The love from your children and grandchildren is more precious than anything else! It is really enviable!" As he said this, he raised his thumb to express his sincere admiration.

General Li raised the glass in his hand and toasted every guest present.

His voice was firm and powerful like a mountain: "Thank you all for coming!

Let me feel the warmth and blessings from my family and friends on this occasion of my 80th birthday!

May our Yu Dynasty prosper and our country be peaceful and our people be safe!

May you all be healthy, successful in your career, happy in your family, and all the best!"