Chapter 9: Strange Combinations

Lu Wu prepared some new and unique pottery as gifts

I ... ...

Even if the old Lu family no longer needs to return gifts to the Wei family, they should still prepare some small gifts to present to these noble young men

The Prime Minister Wei naturally agreed wholeheartedly.

When General Lü had finished his own tasks and was planning to take a rest, the family elder, Zhuo, came to report that a wise man had come to seek refuge.

However, upon hearing that the middle-aged man was from Zhao, Lu Wu, who had originally been hiding in the mountains and forests, began to have more associations, especially considering that he was accompanied by a one or two-year-old infant

However, it is currently unclear to Lü Wu what is inside the backpack

This sage is just a bit peculiar

It is not that it is strange for middle-aged individuals to drink something they obtain themselves, but rather that he drinks both kinds, yet only takes a small sip, more as if he is testing whether there is poison in it

He is a middle-aged man, whose attire does not reflect the elegance expected of a sage; in fact, he appears quite disheveled and is even carrying a backpack.

To put it plainly, having something new that is exclusively used by one family is too conspicuous

General Lü should allocate his limited time to more pressing matters

After the middle-aged person tasted the food and waited for a short while to confirm that there were no adverse effects, they began to feed the food to the infant

Nobles wear long garments, which, when compared to those of commoners, are made of better fabric and come in a greater variety of colors

Lü Wu inquired calmly, "Sir, from which place do you come?"

Lü Wuyue increasingly found this middle-aged man to be peculiar

A yǒng is an ornament worn around the neck

This person appears to have a pale complexion, and it is unclear what hardships they have endured. Not only do they seem to have experienced the vicissitudes of life, but they also give the impression of being on the verge of death at any moment

The Lao Lü family, wishing to avoid resentment from the warriors, naturally needs to expedite the construction of their houses. The allocation of grain and other supplies should be distributed as quickly as possible.

While Lü Wu was assessing the situation, his mind was constantly weighing the options

If the large and the small truly are the two in Lü Wu's conjecture, he must carefully consider whether to take them in or not

He began to converse with a middle-aged man who claimed to be named Xian, inquiring about various aspects. He discovered that the middle-aged man was not familiar with many topics, but was quite adept in matters of hospitality. (It cannot be ruled out that the middle-aged man was deliberately putting on a facade)

Considering the current naming customs, his family... ? ... or his ancestors were involved in making neck ornaments

The Zhao clan has been exterminated, and I am terrified, hiding in the mountains and forests. The middle-aged man indeed has a distinct accent from Zhao, which is not easily concealed. He said, "Passing through this place, I can see that you are a capable leader, and I have the intention to offer my allegiance to you"

Lü Wuxin thought to himself, at present, it is not apparent what talents the middle-aged man possesses, but winning people's hearts should start from infancy.

Unexpectedly, after a conversation, some of the things he only partially understood were clearly unable to deceive Lü Wu, forcing him to reveal some of his true abilities

For example, a warrior named Chui personally witnessed how Lu Wu commanded them, organized the division of labor and teams, and then engaged in collective work

Lv Wu is very happy, as the greatest source of his recent worries has been the complete lack of talent in the old Lv family, which has resulted in him having to handle everything by himself

The older generation of subjects, having witnessed the possibility of this family’s revival, may find it even more prosperous than at any previous moment, and some can only feel joy

The samurai's family and the servants have all arrived; they cannot possibly be left to endure the elements, can they

Lü Wu and the wise man exchanged a glance without him having introduced himself yet

There are descendants of two prominent families using it, while others discover something novel. Those of lower status do not dare to inquire, and the elders of higher status do not concern themselves with such trivial matters. If the younger generation asks, the Old Lu family can further expand their network.

and wait

I beg your pardon." He bowed deeply, and when he straightened up again, he took two deep breaths and said: "I come from Zhao.

The commoner's deep robe is designed to be slightly tightened in order to save fabric

In this era, the more vibrant the colors of clothing, the more they symbolize wealth and status

That being said, this is a person from the original Zhao clan's fiefdom

Before leaving, Wei Xiang commented on Lü Wu with the young man who had come with him, stating that with someone like Lü Wu as the head of the family, the Lü family need not worry about prosperity

He has actually roughly guessed what the large and small refer to, but he cannot be one hundred percent certain.

Since it is said that he is a wise man, the family elder Zhuo must have undergone scrutiny and considers himself inferior

When the two individuals met, they did not have the opportunity to greet each other, yet from the背篓 came the sound of a baby's cries

The Wei family members are aware that Wei Xiang is more intelligent than themselves, and naturally, they believe what Wei Xiang says

His conclusion is that, while his new master is temporarily unknown to others, the command skills in military affairs are the most impressive he has ever seen, and he need not worry about lacking opportunities to achieve great accomplishments

The sage was busy attending to the infant and could not pay attention to Lu Wu's departure

Currently, when it comes to dressing, it generally involves wearing a deep garment, which means combining the top and bottom into one piece that envelops the body, a style of clothing that is cut separately but sewn together at the top and bottom

Lacking sufficient wealth, one aspires to become a sage well-versed in both ancient and modern knowledge, believing that success will come in dreams

As for the fact that they did not even ask the parties involved about such matters, they subjectively chose to ignore it

To say that they were all filled with various pessimism after having changed masters is an understatement. Over the course of a few days, ambitious and intelligent individuals, based on their own observations and experiences, have already undergone a change in mindset

The noble youths, including Wei Xiang, have departed

It appears that Lü Wu personally directed the labor to ensure that the warriors and craftsmen could have their own residences earlier, which suggests that Lü Wu is at least a lord who takes into account the feelings of his subordinates

Lu Wu went to the servant to squeeze sheep's milk and cow's milk, then personally handed the bowl of milk and a small wooden spoon to the unnamed person, softly saying: "It's hot"

As for how slaves would view it, they can see it however they wish.

This is a precaution on his part

This sage is dressed in a light red robe that appears quite old yet is impeccably clean, and he himself is well-groomed, although the garment is adorned with numerous patches

Before he met anyone, he had various expectations; he did not hope for a great talent to appear, but...

The vitality of a collective is most evident during construction, where willing citizens spontaneously come forward to help. The atmosphere inspires both warriors and craftsmen, who engage in their labor with even greater enthusiasm.

Lü Wu inquired: "Do you have a surname?"

During the conversation with Lü Wu, I initially thought he was merely a minor lord from a small region, someone with a bit of ambition to develop his territory, and thus relatively easy to deceive

Lü Wu speculated that the Lü family would attract some talents during the major construction project, and after waiting for so many days, he finally welcomed one.

Certainly, they can also wear informal clothing, such as a top resembling a tank top, with only shorts worn below

The middle-aged man said: "Call me."

During the period of ascendance, the Wei family needs to cultivate broad and benevolent relationships

Another craftsman named Fang was brought in to observe. He noticed the importance that Lu Wu placed on craftsmen, heard Lu Wu discuss many new theories, and was able to practically create things. He concluded that even if the old Lu family was merely a minor noble, they would still be a relatively wealthy minor noble.

Throughout all eras, there has been an emphasis on the notion that the learned may be poor while the martial may be wealthy

Han Wuji, who is unconcerned with affairs and only responsible for eating, drinking, and having fun, only cares about whether he can send a chef to the old Lu family to learn cooking, and swears to Prime Minister Wei that it will not be used for commercial purposes

Just now, the sage was merely holding the baby and gently patting its back, without taking out anything to feed the baby. Upon seeing Lu Wu hand over a bowl, he took it and first drank a little of each kind himself