"Of course! How can such a superb porcelain handicraft be worth only six gold coins?" Yu Tianlu said casually.
"Xiao Lu, you know it's been going on for a long time?" Yan Yue also looked at Yu Tianlu blankly.
"You only have to see the look on that cheapskate's face to know it."
"Then why don't you ask him for more?"
"Do you think that Iron Rooster can give it to you? Instead of wasting time, it's better to take a good rest."
After Yu Tianlu finished speaking, a tired look gradually appeared on his face. It seems that he spent a lot of energy in making this handicraft.
"Xiao Lu, that Qingluan statue just now was really made of living soil?" At this time, Yu Hongze also couldn't believe it.
"That's right. Using the 'power of iconography' to control the shape of the breath is much less laborious than making it concrete, but it also takes a lot of effort to make this blue luan bird really come alive. The details include the feathers all over the body, the bird's There must be no deviation in the expression or even the slightest trace of lines!" Yu Tianlu also said very seriously.
At this moment, he had a deeper understanding of the "power of imagery".
"Xiao Lu, I have really worked hard for you this time. Grandpa will ask you again! Where did you see this green Luan bird?"
"What about this? I dreamed about it when I was dreaming a few days ago." Yu Tianlu couldn't tell his grandfather that he had traveled through time, so he made up a lie, "Even I find it incredible, that The dream was very real, with the blue divine bird soaring in the sky. Even when I woke up, it was still deeply imprinted in my mind. So I struck while the iron was hot and made it out of breath soil."
"That's it! I think it's probably your parents who have spirits in heaven and entrusted them to you in dreams!" Yu Hongze also sighed.
This is how the Qingluan statue was made. However, Yu Tianlu did not expect that the gift Luo Dongxu bought at a "big price" would be given to Ma Zhenbei.
Ma Zhenbei's daughter held her wedding that night, and Luo Dongxu's Qingluan statue also stole the show. Ma Zhenbei's beloved daughter couldn't put it down, and all the guests present were talking about this ingenious statue.
For this reason, Ma Zhenbei even went to the stage to offer Luo Dongxu a glass of wine, which flattered the miser.
After the wedding, Ma Zhenbei found out that this handicraft was actually made by Yu Tianlu.
"Master Yu, our master specially asked the master to appreciate the Qingluan statue you made. Not to mention those tacky valuations. The most important thing is that the master said that the artistic value of this statue is on par with top-notch works of art. ." Butler Ma also said respectfully.
"As long as Mr. Ma is satisfied," Yu Tianlu said with a smile, "But what does my Qingluan statue have to do with that art competition of yours?"
"Speaking of this art competition! It's actually a worry for our master." Butler Ma also sighed.
"Heart disease?" Yu Tianlu and the other three also looked at each other.
"What you don't know is that the Mafu Art Competition is held every two years, but it has been held for four times. This year is the fifth."
"My dear, this competition has been held for ten years." Yan Yue on the side couldn't help but sigh.
"Mr. Ma is a person who loves art, so within the scope of his ability, he strives to make this art competition as high-level as possible. Therefore, he also found celebrities and masters in art from other places. But it's just that he Woolen cloth......"
"Just what?" Yu Tianlu asked.
"It's just that Mr. Ma has always had a wish. He hopes that an artistic talent can emerge from his hometown and win the Mafu Competition!"
"What's wrong? Isn't there anyone in our town who can win this honor by fighting locally?"
"Oh, it has been four years. Not to mention the champion, there is not even one who has entered the top three ranks." Butler Ma sighed, "But there is nothing we can do about it. You must know that the culture and education of this town is relatively backward. It’s so difficult to become an artist!”
Regarding this point, Yu Tianlu, who has traveled through time, also feels the same way.
The town called "Muyang" where he was located, just like its name, seemed very depressed. For such a small town, various facilities are relatively backward. Especially education cannot be compared with cities at all.
After Ma Zhenbei went out to make a fortune when he was young, he also accumulated wealth and returned home. Although he wanted to use his financial resources and fame to slightly change his hometown, it was difficult to achieve it in a short time.
"Actually, our father originally wanted to stop this year's art competition. But when he saw Master Yu's works, he made up his mind to hold it again this time."
"No way! I'm under a lot of pressure!" Yu Tianlu was a little flattered.
You must know that when he was making the Qingluan statue, he never thought that it would cause problems. Firstly, he was just helping his grandfather complete the order. Secondly, he was also testing the extent of his "Xianghua Power" in recent times.
"Master Yu, you are so humble!" Butler Ma said quickly, "Last time in the courtyard, I offended Master Yu a lot, and I really feel sorry for it. This time, we sincerely hope that Master Yu can attend the competition on time. "
"Um..." Yu Tianlu turned around and looked at his grandfather, "Grandpa, do you think I should go to Master Ma's competition?"
"This matter, Xiaolu! You can make up your own mind. Grandpa doesn't have any ideas about artwork or anything like that." Yu Hongze said, "But in Ma Zhenbei, Master Ma has also done a lot for the town. Real things. Build bridges, pave roads, and build schools. If you can help, Xiaolu, you can try your best to help."
"Well, since grandpa said so, if I don't go, it will really seem like I'm not giving Mr. Ma face!" Yu Tianlu also nodded.
"So Master Yu has agreed to go!" Butler Ma was also overjoyed.
"Yes, yes, but Butler Ma, when is the date of the competition?"
"The date on the invitation is the eighth day of November."
"The eighth day of November, today is the sixth day. Wait, isn't there a competition the day after tomorrow?" Yu Tianlu was also surprised, "It only takes two days to prepare! I said Ma Guanjia, this hastily launched, no matter how good the work is I can’t get out either!”
"Alas! Who says it's not the case? For this, I apologize on behalf of our Ma family." Butler Ma also apologized, "We have been searching in the town for a long time, and it was not until the past two days that we met Master Yu!"
"Okay!" Yu Tianlu also knew Ma Zhenbei's difficulties, "but two days is really too hasty. Unless..."
"Unless what?"
"Steward Ma, you have to know that even if I am willing to participate, the materials for making artworks will not be available in a short time!" Yu Tianlu said with some embarrassment.
Yu Tianlu was telling the truth. In order to make a statue of Qingluan for Luo Dongxu, the stock of soil in the workshop was exhausted. Although this breath soil is not too difficult to purchase, those high-quality breath soil are rare commodities.
Yu Hongze just placed an order a few days ago, and it won't arrive in the store until next month at the earliest.
"So that's the reason!" Butler Ma also suddenly realized, "Master Yu, don't worry about this. Our master said, if Master Yu has any requirements in terms of materials and other aspects, feel free to mention them. As long as they are within the scope of our Ma's capabilities Whatever is within reason and reasonable, we will do our best to satisfy.”
"That's it!" Yu Tianlu was thinking in his mind, "It seems like this is indeed a sure-profit deal. Taking advantage of this opportunity, we can let Ma Zhenbei replenish the inventory of our porcelain store. And maybe in the future. Opportunities to establish long-term cooperation with them.”
"Well, I will agree to participate!" Yu Tianlu said solemnly.
"This is really great!" Butler Ma said happily, "We will send a car to pick you up in two days."
"It's not just me!"
"Master Yu is not the only one?"
"I have an assistant here. Can I join?"
As Yu Tianlu spoke, he also turned to look at Yan Yue.
"Xiao Lu, the assistant you are talking about, could it be me?" Yan Yue also pointed to his nose and said.
"Fool, who else could it be besides you?"
"It turns out it's this little brother!" Butler Ma was naturally deeply impressed by the powerful Yan Yue in front of him. "Of course there is no problem. What artist doesn't have an assistant! After two days, our Ma family will I would like to welcome you two. I will take my leave now. I want to tell our master the good news as soon as possible."
"Steward Ma, please walk slowly!" Yu Hongze also said quickly.
After bidding farewell to Butler Ma, the two parents looked at their children and were very happy.
"Xiao Lu, I really didn't expect that you would be so valued by Mr. Ma!" Yu Hongze said excitedly, "This is really a great opportunity!"
"What a great opportunity?" Yu Tianlu looked at his grandfather with some confusion.
"Xiao Lu, don't you know?" said Mrs. Yan on the side, "this Ma Zhenbei is a shareholder of the 'Xiang Chemistry College' in the provincial capital!"
"Shareholders of the 'Xiang Chemist College'? This is the first time I know about it."
"So this is an opportunity." Yu Hongze said, "Xiao Lu, you must know that the college recruits people who have the potential to become elephant masters. With Master Ma's recommendation, I believe it will not be difficult to enter this college. "
"That's right!" Yu Tianlu also nodded, "This is indeed a good opportunity. Grandpa, Aunt Yan, I know. I will definitely try my best to win the championship this time."
"Competing for the championship? Why!" Yan Yue next to him had not yet felt the taste.
"Fool, I want to take you to that academy too!" Yu Tianlu said with a smile, "I heard that in Ma Mansion's art competition, the champion can make a request to Ma Zhenbei that is within his ability. At that time, I am going to ask him to write you a letter of recommendation and ask you to go to that college with me."
"Xiao Lu!" Yan Yue also held Yu Tianlu's hand excitedly, "I knew you wouldn't abandon me."
"We good brothers, are we loyal?" Yu Tianlu said with a smile.
Looking at these two children, the two elders on the side also showed happy smiles.
"Uncle Yu, I really don't know what to say. If Ayue can get into that school with Xiaolu's reputation, I will definitely let him kowtow to you." Mrs. Yan also said emotionally.
"Mrs. Yan, what are you talking about? What do our two families do to each other? Xiaolu and Ayue grew up together, and they are both my grandchildren in my eyes. If the two children can support each other, I It’s too late to be happy!” Yu Hongze said quickly, “I believe that those deceased people have spirits in heaven and will definitely bless them.”
