Chapter 2 This painting is not for sale.

Ji Yun carefully scrutinized him and said, "Such paintings are all incomplete. Once this painting is complete, I'm afraid there will be no color left in the world. You are truly talented, sir. I just wonder, if this painting is completed, where will you place it?"

Mr. Fang Qing has returned! But why did he have to...

Ji Yun, a renowned scholar, has always been highly respected. He is well-read and knowledgeable. Due to his dedication to serving the people, he is beloved by the public. When people recognize him, they cannot help but show respect. Even Li Qingsong's face brightened slightly.

After listening, Ji Yun fell silent for a moment, then smiled calmly, "Sir, I will remember your words. In that case, I will choose one painting to keep and display in the Yuewei Caotang for further appreciation."

So that's how it is. Ji Yun understood and suddenly felt less regretful. He smiled faintly and said, "In that case, we are also out of luck."

The crowd hurriedly avoided one another, fearing to be the last to do so. They dared not accept the gesture from Grand Scholar Ji, nor could they afford to. However, due to Ji Yun's sincere attitude, they looked at each other and secretly admired him.

After finishing speaking, Ji Yun turned around and sincerely addressed those who had already entered the studio, saying, "I know Mr. Lu's paintings are rare and I really don't want such paintings to gather dust in the mortal world. So I hope I can take one painting, just one. Are you willing to let me choose first?"

This painting is not for sale

Everyone couldn't help but be secretly surprised. The painting picked up by Ji Yun is neither a famous landscape nor a rare bird or beast, but just a carp.

Li Qingsong has a great reputation, and his noble character is truly famous even without meeting him in person. Ji Yun smiled lightly and glanced at the paintings in the studio with an appreciative look. He felt it was a pity that such a famous painting was unknown in the mortal world. However, considering what everyone had just said and Li Qingsong's attitude, he nodded and said, "What if I only take one painting?"

Be bold...

Without the carp painting, although the other paintings in the studio are not ordinary and each has its own characteristics, in fact, there is no difference. Since it is impossible to distinguish their quality, it is not so important which one to choose. Ji Yun casually chose a landscape painting closest to him and said to Lu Fangqing, "Thank you for the gifted painting. If you have free time, you can come to Yuewei Caotang for a chat. I will surely wait for you there."

Me too.

Request from Grand Academician Ji.

Perplexed, puzzled, and regretful... Various complex emotions surged up, causing people to forget to blame and leaving their minds in a state of confusion. They simply couldn't understand why Lu Fangqing would do such a thing.

"Huh?" Ji Yun made a soft "huh" sound, stopped in his tracks, and his reaction caught the attention of everyone present. They were all wondering if Ji Yun had discovered something and which painting by Lu Fangqing he would choose.

Me too.

Ji Yun's eyes revealed a hint of heartache as he watched the carp painting, which was crushed into pieces without hesitation by Lu Fangqing. He shook his head repeatedly and said, "What a pity! Such a pity!"

You...

Is he Mr. Fang Qing?

Ji Yun expressed his gratitude and turned around.

Ji Yun smiled contentedly and then began to appreciate each painting in the studio.

Ji Yun finally came to his senses. His hands trembled, and even his voice couldn't calm down: "I... I want this painting!"

Such a painting, I'm afraid there is no place in the world that can accommodate it again.

It is not easy for Grand Academician Ji to come from afar. If it is only a painting, I am willing to give way.

After speaking, Ji Yun unexpectedly clasped his fists and bowed from a distance.

However, Ji Yun was still one step too slow. A steady and powerful hand took the painting from his hand without hesitation, as if it was rightfully theirs all along.

The advantage of being chosen first lies here. However, this set of criteria seems ineffective for Lu Fangqing's paintings, because even Ji Yun would find it difficult to evaluate the quality of Lu Fangqing's artwork. Naturally, others are even less qualified.

Not a pity. "Lu Fangqing said lightly, "This is an incomplete painting, originally intended to be disposed of."

Lufangqing apologized: "I apologize for causing trouble to everyone. It's really embarrassing. Everyone can take one painting from the studio. Those who haven't got one, please don't worry. Next time, if I have more paintings, I will remember to share them with you."

Lu Fangqing said, "Just stay by my side."

The official on one side was about to get angry, but Ji Yun stopped him and kindly smiled, saying, "Indeed, but if someone is willing to let me have one?"

Ah!!

After Ji Yun left, the studio remained quiet, with the remaining paintings untouched. They gazed at Lu Fangqing in admiration, motionless and silent for a long time.

Lufangqing is dressed in a blue robe, with a straight posture, appearing to be around thirty years old. Those eyes seem to see through everything in the world, filled with depth and wisdom.

A strong sense of sadness surged up in my heart. No one understood why, but everyone shed tears, their expressions blank, unaware of their own emotions.

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After speaking, he did not give anyone else a chance to speak. Just like his arrival was unexpected, what he did was also unpredictable. Without hesitation, he tore the painting in half.

Lufangqing repeatedly expressed his humility and gratitude by bowing.

Li Qingsong sighed: "Since everyone has no objections, and Grand Academician Ji is following the rules, then I won't say anything more. Grand Academician Ji, whichever painting you like, just take it."

Lufang Qing's paintings are all masterpieces, and the realm of each painting is not fully comprehensible by ordinary people. Even Ji Yun would find it difficult to choose one from them. After all, if one is to choose, it must be the one that is considered the best, and indeed it must be one of the best, otherwise it would be a pity, wouldn't it?

Lufangqing lightly saluted Jiyun and said, "Fangqing has been impolite. I hope Grand Academician Ji will not take offense. There are other paintings in this studio. If Grand Academician Ji does not mind, you can choose one to take away. Consider it as Fangqing's apology. However, regardless of which painting Grand Academician Ji chooses, Fangqing hopes it will not be displayed in the court. Consider it as a private gift from Fangqing. If Grand Academician Ji can stay longer in the Weicao Hall, Fangqing would feel greatly honored."

It turns out to be Grand Academician Ji! Grand Academician Ji has come from afar, all for the painting of Fang Qing. However, Fang Qing has made it clear that even if it is Grand Academician Ji, it is afraid that Qing Song would not agree to take away all the paintings here.

As it seemed unremarkable, when Ji Yun picked up the painting of a carp, everyone's attention was drawn to it. In their eyes, the carp seemed to come alive, so vivid and lifelike that it was as if it were telling them a touching story.

Heartache. The paintings of Lu Fangqing are priceless treasures, but they were torn apart just like that. However, those who wanted to blame him couldn't say a word because Li Qingsong's words had already spread ahead of them: "Fang Qing, what are you doing?"

Roll it up quickly, as if afraid that this painting will be snatched away.

Li Qingsong raised his eyebrows and looked at the old man in front of him. He secretly admired that this person's reputation was indeed well-deserved, and couldn't help but feel a great liking for him. However, the paintings in the studio were limited, and there were still many people outside the studio eagerly looking in. Although they were separated by the officials who were sent to welcome them, they had not left. Li Qingsong said, "Even so, there must be an order of arrival."

Ji Yun reached out his hand and carefully picked up a painting placed in the far corner of the desk.