The invasion of the abyss begins with the Laughing at the Ming Dynasty

Chapter 60 Shen Family Villa
"Let's go. Today is the day when the villa is completed. Come with me back to take a look!"

After saying that, Shen Yuanliang, dressed in a moon-white tights, jumped on his horse, raised the whip in his hand, and galloped towards Huya Mountain, followed closely by four hundred armored cavalrymen.

The sound of "clack clack" of horse hooves resounded throughout heaven and earth, coming with overwhelming force, making everyone who saw it tremble with fear and feel dizzy.

After a cup of tea, the majestic and steep Huya Mountain appeared in Shen Yuanliang's sight, like a pillar supporting the sky, giving people an unimaginable sense of security.

"I have met my lord."

"The villa has been renovated today. Congratulations to the master on moving into a new home."

Gongsun Shaojun, the prefect of Yongning City, who had been waiting at the foot of the mountain, bowed and saluted, then took the reins and said with a smile.

During this month, Gongsun Shaojun worked till three in the morning and got up early in the morning. His work was even more tiring than before when he was studying. Not only did he deal with various trivial matters all day long, but he was also responsible for building the Shen family villa.

Shen Yuanliang was not polite to him at all. He used him whenever he could, just like a workhorse. Even so, Gongsun Shaojun was happy to do it and felt very satisfied.

"Gongsun Shaojun, thank you for your hard work during this period."

Dismounting from his horse and stepping onto the bluestone road, Shen Yuanliang patted Gongsun Shaojun on the shoulder, expressing his approval of his work.

Although Shen Yuanliang has always been in charge of military construction and diligently practicing martial arts, he is still very concerned about Gongsun Shaojun's work. Seeing that he is doing a good job, he does not interfere too much.

Two months later, Yongning City became more prosperous than before, the crime rate dropped sharply, and most people no longer rejected Shen Yuanliang.

"As the ancient sages said, one should do his job and fulfill his responsibilities."

"My lord, these are what I should do."

Gongsun Shaojun stroked his gray beard, and the thin but increasingly vigorous Gongsun Shaojun bowed and spoke sincerely.

As a poor scholar, Gongsun Shaojun still has some moral integrity. If he really wanted to gain fame and reputation, he could have used his status as a scholar to seek personal gain and not lived in poverty.

After all, in the Ming Dynasty court, passing the examination to become a scholar was equivalent to entering the family of the gentry. There were many ways to make money, such as making donations and putting land under his name to get tax exemption.

"Wow! What a tall city wall."

Shitou, who was following closely behind, craned his neck to look up at the 15-meter-high checkpoint in front of him, his eyes wide open, and the shock in his heart can be imagined.

The wall of Yongning City is ten zhang high, which is incredible even for a stone. I didn’t expect that the first checkpoint of Huya Mountain is fifteen zhang high, which is taller than Yongning City.

Moreover, all the large bluestones were polished to be extremely smooth and shiny enough to reflect a person's reflection. In addition, the city wall was 15 meters high, so even martial arts masters would find it difficult to cross it. It could be said to be a natural barrier.

"If the city walls are not high, how can they protect against martial arts masters?"

Looking at the solid city wall in front of him, Shen Yuanliang was very satisfied. He nodded and then looked at the grayish-white substance between the large bluestones.

In ancient times, the Great Wall was built, and it still stands after thousands of years. Shen Yuanliang is very interested in these adhesives, and wonders which one is better, cement or not?
"My Lord, the gaps between the large bluestones are filled with the finest lime, glutinous rice juice, carambola vine pulp, and a lot of egg white."

"The royal family used these adhesives to build palaces and city walls. They are strong and durable, and have strong adhesion. They can withstand wind and rain for hundreds of years."

Seeing that Shen Yuanliang was interested in adhesives, the knowledgeable Gongsun Shaojun hurriedly explained.

Apart from the labor costs, the most expensive part of building Shen's Villa was the gray-white adhesive, which was the most time-consuming, labor-intensive and expensive, and it took him a lot of energy. Half an hour later, from the first checkpoint to the last checkpoint, Shen Yuanliang and his party arrived at the top of the mountain, and a huge manor appeared in front of them.

The blue bricks and black tiles, the flying eaves of the brackets, the majestic stone lions and door knockers, the unique doors and windows, etc., made Shen Yuanliang, who was standing at the door, unable to recover for a long time. This is the unique charm of Chinese civilization.

"Squeak!"

The vermilion gate, which was ten feet high and two feet wide, was opened. Shen Chenshi, Li Wan'er, Shen Qianqian and others, dressed in brand new clothes, walked through the gate with happy faces.

Unlike Shen Yuanliang, Shitou and others who were busy, Shen Chen and the others had some free time. They came to Huya Mountain early this morning to visit the place where they would live in the future.

There are pavilions, towers, bridges over flowing water, corridors with carved beams and painted buildings, unique moon gates, steep rockery, gardens with blooming flowers, and so on.

The Jiangnan garden-style house has brought extreme shock to people who grew up in the north. They never expected that a house could be built like this, with man and nature blending into one, and heaven and man being one.

"Mother."

Shen Yuanliang came back to his senses and hurried over to greet him.

"GuoGuo, this house is so big."

"My legs are sore from walking, and I haven't finished shopping yet."

Shen Qianqian, with her hair tied into a bun and dressed like a Chihuahua, grabbed Shen Yuanliang's pants and said cutely with her head tilted back.

Shen Qianqian was very sad because her original home was burned down by someone else. She also didn't like the Wang family's big yard and felt that it was not her home.

Unexpectedly, when she woke up, Shen Yuanliang gave her such a big surprise. From now on, Shen Qianqian has a "home" again, and she has her own room, garden, and playground.

Thinking of this, Shen Qianqian was so happy that she fluttered her short legs and hung herself on Shen Yuanliang's body like a koala, so adorable.

"My lord, please nominate someone for the manor."

The skinny monkey at the side, holding a pen, ink, paper and inkstone, said in a very appropriate manner.

Today is a happy day. As Shen Yuanliang's right-hand man, "Skinny Monkey" Chen Chongwen and Aunt Chen came to Huya Mountain early and prepared a small gift to congratulate Shen Yuanliang on his new home.

"Shen Mansion."

Looking at the bare plaque on the door, holding Sissi in one hand, Shen Yuanliang picked up the brush with the other hand, dipped it in ink, and wrote the two words "Shen Mansion" on the rice paper with iron-like strokes and silver hooks. The words revealed a soaring sharpness, mixed with a little murderous intent.

Young people are full of vigor and vitality, how can we be ordinary people?
After awakening, he fought in one battle after another, fighting against humans and ferocious beasts. Shen Yuanliang was no longer the honest and harmless Shen Jialiang, but the majestic General Shen.

"Bang bang bang!"

The sun was at its zenith, and the warm sunlight shone on Huya Mountain. The quiet villa became noisy with the roar of fireworks, and many forces or individuals who were friendly with Shen Yuanliang came to congratulate him.

The wide square was filled with tables, and thousands of people attended the banquet together. The scene was grand. The delicious meat and rich aroma of wine made everyone put aside their worries and troubles.

The puffing and cheering sounds continued until the sunset, when the red sun sank below the sea level.

(End of this chapter)