The Four Vajras of the Dragon Pavilion.
Later, Li Mingyuan heard about the proposal for the Four Vajras of the Dragon Pavilion, but he had already left the Dragon Pavilion before the proposal was passed.
There was no further contact after that.
Perhaps, he himself never expected that this matter would attract the personal attention of the Dragon Lord.
"Go, don't disgrace my Dragon Pavilion."
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The Zhu family, a courtyard covering over a thousand square meters, a five-courtyard siheyuan.
To put it simply, a five-courtyard siheyuan is a siheyuan with five courtyards in the north-south depth, and it is a residence for super families.
A five-courtyard siheyuan is the architectural layout of a large siheyuan, a duplex siheyuan with a main gate and four small gates. After entering the main gate, there are five enclosed or independent courtyards.
A five-courtyard siheyuan belongs to a deep and large courtyard, and each courtyard behind the gate exists independently yet is connected.
Standing at the main entrance of the residence, the exterior did not possess the oppressive feeling of a high-class mansion as imagined. It was merely a wooden door with mottled red paint, still and silent against the aged stone path.
It appeared very ordinary, yet such a siheyuan was rarely seen even in the capital.
A small bridge, flowing water, rock gardens, and gardens, everything was complete.
It is said that it was because the old master of the Zhu family particularly liked Chinese style that he specifically took a piece of land to create the Zhu family's ancestral home.
It is said that the old master of the Zhu family was very fond of his eldest grandson, Zhu Jun, and even lived in the capital for a period when he was young. During this time, the old master of the Zhu family made many friends.
Over the years, the old master had always wanted to bring the entire family back to the capital, by any means necessary.
For him, a big city like the capital was the place suitable for the development of the Zhu family.
Moreover, his grandson had applied to the capital military academy, such a top institution, and at the same time, Zhu Jun had revealed his true feelings to Grandpa Zhu for the first time.
"The military academy, the only one in the entire Great Xia, is known as the cradle of generals. If I can get in, our Zhu family will have brought glory to our ancestors."
Grandpa Zhu said with emotion. This eldest grandson had a handsome appearance since childhood, especially when he wore a military uniform, looking heroic and valiant.
"By the way, cancel all family banquets and change them to a family dinner."
This old man, who attached great importance to power, suddenly changed his tune at this moment, leaving Zhu Jun bewildered and unsure of what had happened.
Zhu Zhiwen, who came from the front hall, was even more confused, asking, "Dad, we already agreed in advance. Changing it to a family dinner now seems a bit inappropriate, doesn't it?"
Word of this appreciation banquet had spread half a month in advance, and changing it to a family dinner now was indeed somewhat improper.
However, the old master glared at Zhu Zhiwen and said in a heavy tone, "Hurry up!"
Helpless, Zhu Zhiwen left and simultaneously sent out the message.
Zhu Jun's expression was somewhat displeased and slightly dissatisfied, "Grandpa, why? This is the time for me to gain fame. With my grades, aren't there many domestic institutions available for me to choose from? Even the military academy, the only one of its kind, is not out of reach. Why stop at this point?"
Grandpa Zhu sighed, "It's not peaceful recently. First, the underground king Xu Jiajun was annihilated, then the Ma family sealed their gates and did not appear, and then the Zhou family disappeared completely overnight. The latter two have one thing in common: they both encountered incidents while holding banquets.
This is undoubtedly a bad omen. Although I don't think anyone dares to cause trouble for us, it is certain that a Flood Dragon has appeared in South Province. With my connections and status, I couldn't find anything out. This in itself is unusual.
It's better to be cautious. But don't worry, your grandfather also retired from the battlefield. In the Western Military Region, your grandfather also has some influence, and it won't be a problem to send you to the military academy. Today, two old scholars from the military academy are also here, and they are old friends of your grandfather."
After listening to Grandpa Zhu's words, Zhu Jun finally nodded.
The banquet was not important; what mattered was not letting the two old scholars who had come think that the Zhu family had neglected them.
The master of the Eastern faction, Lin Langsheng, disappeared after the Battle of Hetu, and his life or death remains unknown to this day, but it is highly likely that he is gone, as there has been no news for so many years.
As for the Northern faction, it is currently managed by the only remaining Marshal Qin.
The Western and Southern factions' powers were revoked and reclaimed by the Hall of Honor, but the decision-making power rested with the so-called Five-Star Heavenly Kings.
Even Zhu Lie himself did not know if the so-called Five-Star Heavenly Kings were real or not.
"That's good, that's good."
To outsiders, perhaps no one could empathize with Zhu Jun. After all, being admitted to the national military academy, such a top institution, was unimaginable for ordinary people.
Even upon hearing this news, they would have already imagined themselves in uniform, raising their arms and commanding thousands of people.
"But Grandpa, what about that Li family father and son, should we just directly..."
Zhu Jun made a throat-slitting gesture. These two men, alive, posed a great threat to him, and they might expose the exam incident at any time, which would be a considerable trouble.
If he had no achievements in the future, it would be fine, but if he achieved great success, the exposure of this matter would undoubtedly be a heavy blow to him.
Zhu Lie shook his head, "It's not the time. Don't worry about this matter; I'll handle it. Until then, you stay within the family and don't go anywhere. I need to ensure you enter the military academy with a clean slate."
Zhu Jun nodded, indicating that he understood.
But Zhu Lie knew that any improper means would inevitably lead to a tragic price, even with mutual benefit.
When Zhu Zhiwen reported, Zhu Lie, along with Zhu Jun, welcomed the distinguished guests from the national military academy, who were also old professors and scholars of the military academy.
It is said that he had taught the current Dragon Lord.
Before his identity was revealed, no one knew that the Dragon Lord and the Five-Star Heavenly King were the same person!
"Old Yu, it's been many years, and you're still so energetic, hahaha!"
Yu Yuan, an old scholar at the current capital military academy, is seventy-six years old and will officially retire at the end of the year.
He was accompanied by a deputy, who was wearing a military uniform, exuding an imposing aura!
Zhu Jun tried his best to appear well-behaved, but he also wanted to show his prowess in front of such a person, hence his somewhat aloof demeanor.
"Old Zhu, you too, your health is still so robust."
The two looked at each other and smiled simultaneously.
"Come, come, let me introduce you. This is my grandson Zhu Jun. He is preparing to apply to the military academy. I heard that Old Yu is the head of admissions, so I have boldly invited Old Yu to come and inspect whether my grandson is qualified."
Zhu Lie gestured for Zhu Jun to step forward and said, introducing him.
"Hello, Grandpa Yu, Senior Brother."