lcionline Chapter 176 Head of Case
Chapter 176 Head of Case
As the festive gongs and drums of the yamen runners echoed over Lujia Village, the whole village seemed to be submerged in an invisible wave of joy. The villagers' smiles became even brighter, and they stopped their work, walked out of their homes, or gathered in front of the Lu family compound to witness this rare moment of glory together.
Doctor Lu, looking at the joyous scene in front of him, was filled with indescribable excitement and gratitude. He took a deep breath, and spoke again in a loud and emotional voice: "My fellow villagers, today is a double happy day for my Lu family! It is my daughter Tingyan's birthday, and I heard that my son Tianyu won the first place in the imperial examination. Such happy events are rare. I, Lu, would like to thank every relative, friend, neighbor and fellow villager for their care and love over the years. Without your support and encouragement, my Lu family would not be what it is today. Today is a happy day, and my Lu family has prepared a buffet. Please make sure to eat and drink well and have a great time. Today's buffet is one day long. If Yu'er can make further progress and win the first place in the imperial examination, my Lu family will definitely hold a buffet for three more days to thank you for your love!"
As soon as Dr. Lu finished speaking, the whole scene suddenly became lively. The villagers congratulated Dr. Lu one after another, their faces filled with joyful smiles.
After that, Doctor Lu bowed deeply to express his sincerest gratitude. Seeing this, the villagers hurried forward to support him, and kept congratulating him: "Doctor Lu, you are too polite. Tianyu is a smart and hardworking kid. He deserves the first place!"
"Yes, yes, yes, Miss Yan is also well-behaved and lovely. Today's birthday is really meaningful!"
"Oh my, Jinghe, this is such a great joyful event!" said the patriarch with a smile.
"Yes, yes, Tianyu is a very promising child. He will definitely have a bright future!" the village head agreed.
Doctor Lu smiled from ear to ear and bowed repeatedly: "Thank you very much, it is because of everyone's teaching and care for Tianyu that he has achieved what he has today."
At this time, Lu Tianyu was surrounded by a group of young men and walked slowly into the crowd. He was wearing a brand new blue gown with a light bamboo leaf pattern embroidered on the collar, which made him look elegant and youthful.
"Dad, Mom, I can get this honor today, all thanks to your teachings and the support of the villagers." Lu Tianyu stepped forward, saluted his parents first, then turned to face everyone and bowed deeply, "Tianyu would like to thank you all!"
Doctor Lu nodded with relief: "Okay, Yu'er, Dad believes in you."
"Good! Good! Good!" The villagers applauded and praised Lu Tianyu's humility and politeness.
"Tianyu, you are the pride of our village!" An elderly villager came over, patted Lu Tianyu on the shoulder, his eyes full of admiration.
"Yes, Tianyu, when you become successful in the future, don't forget us villagers!" another villager said with a smile, his words full of expectations and blessings.
Hearing this, Lu Tianyu's smile became even brighter. He bowed deeply and expressed his gratitude to every guest present. "Dear elders and fellow villagers, Tianyu's success today is inseparable from your support and encouragement. I know that this honor belongs not only to me, but also to our entire village. I promise that no matter where I go in the future or what achievements I make, I will never forget this land that gave birth to me and raised me, and I will never forget everyone who has given me help and warmth."
After saying that, he turned to look at his father, Doctor Lu, with a determined light in his eyes. "Dad, I have always kept your teachings in mind. I will continue to study hard, not only for my own dream, but also to repay everyone's kindness and bring honor to the village."
Doctor Lu's eyes moistened when he saw this. He patted Lu Tianyu's back vigorously, his voice choking with sobs. "Yu'er, I'm relieved to hear you say this. Remember, no matter how bumpy the road ahead is, your family will always be your strongest support."
"Come on, let's start the meal quickly. Don't get hungry." Su greeted everyone.
The banquet officially began, and the guests took their seats in order of seniority. Doctor Lu and his wife sat in the main seats, smiling and chatting with the guests from time to time, creating a harmonious and warm atmosphere. Lu Tianyu sat next to his father, pouring wine and serving dishes to the guests from time to time, showing his great demeanor. Lu Tingyan sat next to her mother, with a happy smile on her little face, and occasionally she would secretly glance at her brother, with envy and yearning in her eyes.
During the dinner, the villagers were talking and laughing, and the topic naturally revolved around Lu Tianyu's success in the exam. Some asked about his experience in preparing for the exam, some praised his talent, and some asked about his future plans. Lu Tianyu patiently answered each question, and his words were sincere and humble, which won unanimous praise from everyone.
"Tianyu, you must study hard in the future, pass the imperial examinations, and bring honor to our village!" Aunt Li said with a smile.
Lu Tianyu replied respectfully: "Auntie Li, I will."
Xiaohu came over and said mischievously: "Brother Tianyu, when you become a high-ranking official in the future, don't forget us!"
Lu Tianyu smiled and nodded Xiaohu's head: "Don't worry, I won't forget it."
"Tianyu, now that you have won the first place in the case, you must bring honor to our Lujia Village in the future." A villager said to Lu Tianyu with a smile.
Lu Tianyu nodded quickly: "Of course, I will work harder, pass the exam, and contribute to my hometown."
"Tianyu, you won the first place this time. Do you have any special secrets to share with us younger generations?" a young student asked curiously.
Lu Tianyu smiled slightly, thought for a moment and said, "In fact, there is no special secret. It's nothing more than reading more, thinking more, and practicing more. Also, you need to keep a normal mind and not be happy or sad because of temporary gains and losses. The most important thing is to have a clear goal and work hard for it."
At this time, a villager suddenly asked: "Doctor Lu, you just said that if Tianyu wins the first prize, you will hold a three-day banquet. If he really wins, we must celebrate it well."
Doctor Lu laughed: "Of course, if Yu'er can really win the first place in the imperial examination, I can afford a banquet for five days, not to mention three days."
The crowd burst into laughter again.
At this time, the atmosphere at the banquet reached a climax, the villagers toasted and celebrated, and there was constant laughter. Children shuttled and played in the crowd, and the adults talked about Lu Tianyu's future and the new atmosphere that the village might usher in. The whole village seemed to be surrounded by a warm and powerful force, and everyone's heart was full of hope and longing.
As night fell, the banquet was still lively, with bright lights reflecting happy faces. This day was undoubtedly the most unforgettable day for Dr. Lu and his family. It not only witnessed Lu Tianyu's glorious moment, but also condensed the deep friendship among the villagers and their beautiful expectations for the future.