White tea legend

Chapter 242 It’s time to have a baby
Lu Yu and Bai Cha sneezed almost at the same time.

I don’t know who misses them both.

The couple had received a group of guests at "Xiangming Yaxu", successfully signed several orders, and sent the guests away.

Mrs. Yao Si and Zhuo Laosan sent them letters from Chang'an City, reporting on the business situation of the "Ancient Yulin" tea house.

With the assistance of Zhuo Laosan, Lady Yao Siniang adopted a series of strategies in Chang'an City: First, she selected the finest Changxi white tea raw materials and adopted a tea-making process that combines tradition and innovation to ensure excellent tea quality;
The second is to carry out cultural activities such as poetry recitation, calligraphy and painting creation through cooperation with literati, to enhance the image of the tea house and establish a high-end positioning;

The third is to take advantage of the bustling market in Chang'an City and the trade advantages of the Silk Road to launch a tea trade fair to attract domestic and foreign merchants;

The fourth is to gain support and promotion from the upper echelons of the imperial court by paying tribute to the royal family and making friends with officials, so as to increase the popularity of the "ancient imperial forest";
The fifth is to provide personalized customized services to meet the needs of different consumers and establish a loyal customer base;
Sixth, we pay attention to customer experience and provide high-quality after-sales service, resulting in rave reviews and attracting more consumers through word-of-mouth effect.

Through the implementation of these strategies, the "Ancient Yulin" tea shop quickly established a firm foothold in Chang'an City.

Lu Yu and Bai Cha were very happy. They fed the carrier pigeon and gave them some tips to take to Chang'an.

The couple both felt that Mrs. Yao Si was capable and Zhuo Laosan was calm. The two of them worked together in business, and they were a match made in heaven.

"Not only are these two good partners in business, but their horoscopes are also very compatible. I'm afraid they will have a good marriage." Bai Cha counted his fingers and said.

But she is not the Xi Niang who is in charge of marriage, and she is not sure whether Mrs. Yao Si and Zhuo Laosan will hold the red string in this life.

"How about asking Bixia Yuanjun?" Lu Yu suggested.

Bixia Yuanjun is now in Mount Tai, which is a bit far away from Mount Taimu. There is a pair of Yue Lao on Mount Taimu, so why bother looking for something far away?
So Bai Cha and Lu Yu prepared fine silver needles and went to Couple Peak to find Brother Fan and Sister Juan.

On the top of Taimu, the two peaks stand side by side, like a couple. Looking from a distance, it is like a natural painting. The two peaks rely on each other and whisper, just like people meeting again after a long separation, with deep love and deep meaning.

This is Husband and Wife Peak.

It was already sunset, and the rays of rays of light cast a gorgeous wedding dress on the couple's peak. In the dim dusk, the love seemed even more lasting.

Among the green pines and bamboos, clouds and mist lingered, and on both sides of the mountain road at the foot of the Couple Peak, men and women, alone or in groups, knelt down and worshiped, facing the Couple Peak, with pious expressions, as if they were performing some ancient ritual.

Some travelers who came here were not sure what was going on, and out of curiosity, they asked a young girl who was worshiping: "What is this? Why are you so respectful?"

The girl stood up and explained to the man with a smile: "I don't know, but it is said that the Couple Peak is the incarnation of a pair of lovers. Their love is unswerving, and they have gone through many difficulties and dangers, and finally transformed into the Lianli Peak, which will last forever. . Therefore, all those seeking marriage come here to worship, hoping to be blessed by Husband and Wife Peak and find a good match."

After hearing this, the guest also took his wife's hand, walked to the couple's peak together, and bowed three times and kowtowed nine times.

"We have been blessed by God, and today's trip is not to seek for anything, but to be a witness." The couple silently made a wish in their hearts: May all lovers in the world finally get married.

At this moment, a breeze blew by, and there seemed to be a subtle whisper in the wind, as if Couple Peak was responding to their prayers. The believers present also felt the warm atmosphere and smiled happily.

Seeing all this, Bai Cha and Lu Yu looked at each other and smiled. They walked hand in hand along the winding bamboo path, crossed the mist-shrouded hills, and arrived at the green Longtan Lake.

Amid the beautiful scenery of lakes and mountains, the two carefully selected a grassy place, laid out picnic mats, spread out brocade cloth embroidered with flowers and birds, and placed exquisite snacks and fragrant tea sets.

Sitting on the bank of Longtan Lake, looking up is the spectacular Couple Peak. The water of Longtan Lake is sparkling, reflecting the beautiful shadow of Couple Peak, and the pagoda of Guoxing Temple is also shining with golden light on the water, adding a bit of sacred atmosphere to this quiet scene.

White Tea lightly opened her red lips, took a sip of tea, and her eyes were full of satisfaction. Lu Yu stared at the ripples on the lake, secretly looking forward to the arrival of Brother Fan and Sister Juan.

Soon, the figures of Brother Fan and Sister Juan appeared from among the stones of Couple Peak. They saw Lu Yu and Bai Cha from a distance, and then they came down from the top of the mountain in a daze.

The four of them gathered at the bank of Longtan Lake, sitting on a picnic mat, drinking tea and discussing Taoism.

The setting sun shines through the layers of leaves, casting mottled light and shadow on their shoulders.

Bai Cha gently opened the topic and talked about the origin and evolution of tea. Her voice was soft and full of wisdom, like a breeze in the ancient mountains and forests, blowing through everyone's heart. Lu Yu then described the tea ceremony etiquette that he was familiar with, and his words revealed his respect and love for this ancient art.

Brother Fan and Sister Juan listened carefully. This was a topic they had never heard of before Lu Yubaicha and his wife came to settle on the top of Taimu Mountain.

They have been living alone in the rocks of Taimu Mountain for hundreds of years.

The topic of tea between Lu Yu and his wife was like ripples on the lake, gradually spreading.

The sunset became softer and softer, and a breeze blew by, bringing with it ripples on the water and the fresh smell on the grass. The four of them sat quietly, no longer speaking, just feeling the tranquility and beauty with their hearts. At this moment, time seems to have frozen, all the worries and worldly disturbances are left behind, leaving only the intersection of souls and the harmony of nature.

The setting sun casts its golden rays on the lake, dyeing everything in warm tones.

As the tea party came to an end, Bai Cha asked Brother Fan and Sister Juan about the marriage between Mrs. Yao Si and Zhuo Laosan.

Brother Fan and Sister Juan both said that it was destined that there was indeed a red rope connecting the two people.

Lu Yu and Bai Cha were very happy after hearing this. They didn't expect that Zhuo Laosan's child was stupid and lucky. If he could marry Mrs. Yao Si in this life, he would be really lucky.

On the wall of Longtan Lake, a golden turtle lay dormant and sank into the water.

He didn't think so.

He swam calmly and slowly in the lake, but his heart had already exploded.

He floated quietly on the water, but huge waves arose in his heart.

The beautiful figure of Mrs. Yao appeared in front of Gui's eyes. The scene of that day when Mrs. Yao sent him back to Guoxing Temple after he had lost his way was still vivid in his mind. At that time, the spring sunshine shines on the mountain road through the cracks of the new green leaves, and the gentle breeze carries the fragrance of peach blossoms. From that moment on, a graceful figure lived in Gui's heart - Mrs. Yao Si.

However, before the seeds of emotion had time to sprout, Gui heard the news that shocked him like a thunderbolt: Mrs. Yao Si and Zhuo Laosan were destined to be husband and wife.

This news is undoubtedly a heavy blow to Gui, who secretly likes Mrs. Yao Si. Turtle was very angry and decided to go to Chang'an City to destroy everything. However, as a turtle who could only practice in Guoxing Temple, how could he run so far?

Just when the turtle fell into despair, there was movement at the bottom of Longtan Lake.

It was Prince Long San who appeared.

"Golden Turtle, why are you so gloomy?" Prince Long San's voice was like an underwater echo, reaching the turtle's ears layer by layer.

The turtle told his troubles. After hearing this, Long San smiled evilly: "I can help you leave here, go to Chang'an City, and do what you want to do."

The turtle was tempted. He knew there was no free lunch in the world, let alone dealing with a character like Prince Long San. However, his love for Lady Yao Si and jealousy of Zhuo Laosan clouded his judgment. Finally, he agreed to the conditions of Prince Long San and prepared to embark on an unknown journey.

On a dark and windy night, Prince Long San used his magic power to help Gui escape from Guoxing Temple and run towards Chang'an City. Before leaving, Turtle looked back at Guoxing Temple, where he had practiced practice and friends for a long time, and the abbot Mingxin who taught him. At this moment, all the memories gradually faded out of Turtle's mind with the power of Prince Long San.

Turtle is about to go to Chang'an, the capital, with Prince Long San.

With an image like a turtle shell and four short legs, even if he climbed to Chang'an City, he would still not be loved by Mrs. Yao Si.

"What's so difficult about this?"

The Third Prince Long pointed at the golden turtle, and the mysterious runes carved on the turtle shell began to glow, flashing with dazzling brilliance. An invisible energy surged out of the turtle's body and surrounded him, forming a ball of light.

In this ball of light, the turtle's body gradually became blurry, as if it was about to disappear into the air. However, when the ball of light gradually dissipated, a young boy appeared on the spot. He has long black hair, deep eyes, and a handsome face.

This boy is the human form transformed by the turtle.

Prince Long San said: "The golden clothes you are wearing are too flamboyant. I need to change into something more low-key, and I need to give you a name."

"Please give me your name, Third Prince Long."

"Don't exchange it for gold."

Jin Buhuan handed over to Prince Long San, and the two of them turned on the spot and turned into two streams of light and flew away.

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The market town in Wanghaili is bustling with people and bustling with activity.

People crowded under the bulletin board, staring at the neatly posted notices with burning eyes. The name of Changxi County Government is solemn and majestic, and there is a heart-warming message written on the notice:

Lu Yu, the president of the Changxi Tea Merchant Association, will hold an apprenticeship ceremony to recruit a group of young people who are interested in tea making. Those who pass the assessment will have the opportunity to become Lu Yu's apprentice and learn the essence of white tea making.

The news was like a bomb, causing a sensation in the market town.

Lu Yu, as the president of Changxi Tea Merchants Association, his white tea making skills have long been famous throughout Minzhou, and countless people dream of becoming his apprentice. But now, this opportunity is actually placed in front of the young people in Wanghaili. How can we not be excited?
Everyone is encouraged to sign up.

After several rounds of screening, fifty young people were finally qualified to participate in the assessment. They come from different backgrounds, some are the children of tea farmers, some are the descendants of merchants, and some are ordinary people. But they are all full of love and desire for the technology of tea making.

The first round of assessment is a test of the basic knowledge of tea. The examiners carefully prepared a test paper that covered basic knowledge such as tea types, origin, and picking time. This round of assessment is designed to screen out people who truly understand and love tea.

The second round of assessment is the practical part. The candidates were taken to a tea garden and asked to pick a certain amount of tea leaves within a specified time. This not only tests their speed, but also tests their ability to identify tea leaves and picking skills.

The third round of assessment is a tea art performance. Candidates need to demonstrate their tea skills in front of everyone, including making tea, tasting tea, appreciating tea, etc. This round of assessment aims to observe their temperament, cultivation, and ability to understand and express tea culture.

The last round of assessment was a face-to-face communication with Lu Yu. Lu Yu personally set the questions and asked the candidates about the production of white tea to test their depth of understanding and innovation ability of white tea. This round of assessment is a comprehensive test of the candidates’ comprehensive qualities.

After four rounds of intense assessments, ten young people finally stood out and became Lu Yu's apprentices. Some of them are talented, some are diligent, and some are original. They will follow Lu Yu to learn the art of making white tea and inherit tea skills.

Lu Yu looked at these young people with a hint of relief in his eyes. He knows that he is just a mortal now and will eventually grow old and die, and these apprentices will become the future of Changxi White Tea and pass on this white tea making technique.

The first ray of sunshine in the morning shines on Wanghai Market Town, and the air is filled with the faint fragrance of tea.

Today is the big day for ten disciples to join Lu Yu's sect.

With the people in Wanghaili watching, the Changxi County Magistrate came to the scene in person. As a witness, the ceremony was about to begin.

Lu Yu was wearing a plain white robe, with a kind and solemn smile on his face. He stood on a high platform made of red silk, with a huge white tea landscape painting behind him, which looked particularly solemn and sacred.

The ten disciples were dressed in uniform blue robes, and their eyes were full of excitement and anticipation. They lined up in a row, knelt in front of the high platform, and kowtowed deeply to Lu Yu.

"Disciples are willing to worship Master Lu Yu as their teacher, learn the art of making white tea, and inherit the culture of tea ceremony." They shouted in unison, their voices loud and firm.

Lu Yu nodded slightly, his eyes scanning every disciple, his eyes shining with satisfaction. He knew that these disciples had been strictly selected and assessed, and they had a deep love and persistent pursuit of white tea.

"I am very pleased that you are willing to learn the art of making white tea." Lu Yu's voice was low and powerful. "White tea is the treasure of Changxi and the treasure of the Li Dynasty. I hope you can carry forward this tea-making art and let more people People appreciate the charm of white tea.”

He held an exquisite teapot and poured it gently on each disciple's head, symbolizing that they would receive the baptism of tea and become true tea masters. Then, he gave each disciple a small tea badge, which was a sign that they became Lu Yu's disciples.

After the ceremony, the common people came forward to congratulate them. They were full of expectations and hopes for these young disciples. The Changxi County Magistrate also came forward to shake hands with Lu Yu and express his respect and support for him.

Lu Yu looked at these disciples, his heart filled with relief and expectation.

Off the stage, Bai Cha stood quietly in the crowd, looking at Lu Yu who was surrounded by the crowd on the stage. A happy smile appeared on her face, but the corners of her eyes were slightly moist.

From ancient times to the prosperous Li Dynasty, the road was so long, and in the blink of an eye, it suddenly seemed like a dream.

After the hustle and bustle, the crowd dispersed, the wind picked up and the sky cooled.

Bai Cha put a cloak on Lu Yu's shoulders: "Thank you for your hard work, officer."

Bai Cha saw faint traces of tears on Lu Yu's face.

The couple strolled from the market town of Wanghaili to the beach of Niulanggang.

Bai Cha looked up and suddenly saw a trace of crow's feet in the corner of Lu Yu's eyes, and his heart trembled.

"Bai Cha," Lu Yu held Bai Cha's hand, "I'm a little scared."

Bai Cha's heart clenched. She understood why he wanted to recruit a large number of disciples. He was a mortal body. He was no longer the omnipotent miracle doctor Lu Yu in the Heavenly Herb Garden, but a mortal who would grow old and die.

He didn’t want his white tea making skills to be passed on by anyone, so he had to take precautions and start cultivating more and more inheritors of the white tea skills.

He didn't want to leave her either. She was a god and he was a mortal. It was impossible for them to be separated forever.

At that time, he will grow old and die, she will go to heaven, and they will be immortals and ghosts.

"Guanren, I will always follow you and wait for you. After this life, I will wait for your next life."

"Who knows what I will be in the next life, maybe I will be reincarnated into another species." Lu Yu could still joke at this moment.

"In the next life, I will become a pig and a dog. Do you still want me? Madam, five hundred years is too long. You just have to seize the day. Shouldn't we have a child?"