"Your grandmother's treasures are hidden in this cellar."
After Commander Lu lifted the mat, a wooden board was exposed. Probably because it had not been moved, the board was still intact.
Wen Nuan had heard about some people's courtyard houses before. Because of the war in the past, some Tibetan tunnels were dug. This entrance was probably the tunnel dug back then.
Gu Qinghan saw Commander Lu preparing to lift up the formwork, but the wooden board had probably been sealed shut for years and it took a lot of effort to lift it up.
Little Lele was also anxious to find the treasure, so when Commander Lu pulled the board, he pulled hard too.
Commander Lu couldn't help laughing when he saw Lele gritting his teeth and trying hard. "Lele, go away first. This cellar hasn't been opened for many years. The air is not circulating. You guys go away first, or you'll get poisoned later."
The space has been closed for many years and it is easy for flammable and harmful gases to be present. Even if the cellar door is opened later, you cannot go in directly.
Gu Qinghan took the wooden board from Lele and said, "Lele, go to your mother's side. We will go in together later."
Wen Nuan was also worried that Le Le might cause trouble, so she pulled her aside and said, "Wait until your father and great grandfather open the cellar door before going over."
Two big men pulled a lever each, and with a "click", the cellar opened.
Gu Qinghan and Commander Lu both took two steps back to allow the air inside to circulate.
Everyone looked at the small cellar entrance, and then waited for a long time before Commander Lu prepared to go in.
Gu Qinghan prepared a flashlight, and when he saw Commander Lu was about to go in, he said, "Commander, let me go in and take a look first."
Although Commander Lu is still strong and healthy, as a junior and a subordinate, Gu Qinghan definitely cannot let him take this risk.
Moreover, he had been to this kind of cellar many times during missions, so he was relatively experienced.
When Commander Lu was about to say something, Gu Qinghan had already jumped down the small wooden ladder.
Lele saw Gu Qinghan disappearing into the cellar and said hurriedly, "Mom, let's go down quickly too."
Wen Nuan touched the child's head and smiled: "Why are you in such a hurry? Wait until your father takes a look at the situation first."
Although this cellar is sealed, so many years have passed and there is no telling if there are any snakes, insects, rats or ants. It is better to wait for Gu Qinghan to take a look around before going down.
As soon as he finished speaking, Gu Qinghan returned to the entrance of the cellar, looked up at them and said, "Come on, I'll light the candles."
After the wooden board was just opened, it took a long time to ventilate it, and the weather is cold now, so it is estimated that the ventilation has been completed.
Commander Lu didn't hesitate at all. He went down the small wooden ladder and carried Lele down from the bottom.
Lele went down to the cellar and said in disgust, "Why is there such a stinky smell?!"
Wen Nuan followed the little guy down to the cellar, and then smiled and said, "Because this place has not been opened for a long time."
In fact, it's not a bad smell, it's just the smell of being stuffy for too long. Although the door of the cellar is open and the air is circulating, the soil and various debris in the cellar will not disperse so quickly.
Lele stuck out his tongue, but then smiled and said, "But fortunately, there is no stinky paws like Baobao and Zhouzhou, two crybabies."
"Little guy, you're so clever." Wen Nuan pinched Lele's chubby face.
This little girl is so annoying. Every time Baobao and Zhouzhou need to change their diapers, she hides far away.
Sometimes people would call them "stinky baby, stinky baby".
Lele got used to the dimness of the cellar, and excitedly took Wen Nuan's hand and walked inside, urging, "Mom, hurry up, or Dad will find all the treasures, and we have to hurry to find them too!"
Wen Nuan slowly adapted to the light in the cellar. Since Gu Qinghan had already lit the candles, she took Le Le's little hand and walked towards the brightest place.
It turned out that the cellar was very large. After identifying the direction, it was probably built under the main hall of the courtyard house. That was why Lu Mingde and his family had lived here for ten years without discovering it.
Moreover, the cellar was dug very deep. When I came down just now, I estimated that it was about two or three meters deep.
This place was also very large, filled with boxes and various ceramic jars. Just as Wen Nuan was curious, Commander Lu's voice came over, "Xiao Nuan, come and take a look at the things your grandma left behind."
He also reminded her: "Be careful, walk slowly, don't rush."
Wen Nuan didn't hesitate, and walked over slowly with Le Le. Seeing that Commander Lu and Gu Qinghan were both standing in front of a wooden box, she asked curiously, "What did grandma collect?"
When she went to the cemetery before, Wen Nuan saw her grandmother's date of birth engraved on her tombstone. She was born during the Xuantong period of the late Qing Dynasty and came from a scholarly family.
It is probably some calligraphy, paintings, books or something like that.
Just as Wen Nuan walked over, Commander Lu took out two paintings, spread his hands flat, and said, "Your grandmother likes mountains, rivers, flowers and plants the most. This is your grandmother's favorite landscape painting."
"That year your grandmother was very ill, but one day she suddenly became very conscious and even insisted on packing up the things at home."
"But she passed away the next day after I finished packing. Before she left, she specifically told me not to touch these things, and said that if she found you one day, she would give you all the things."
At that time, Commander Lu was thinking of burning all the things and letting his wife go, but his plan was discovered by Wen Nuan's grandmother.
For this reason, she specifically told him to leave the things behind, as if she believed that the child would come back one day.
But now that Commander Lu thinks back on it, he is really moved. He thought these things could not be passed down, but he actually managed to find his child.
Thinking back then, he had taken a fancy to Gu Qinghan and transferred him from the southern troops to the North City, which was a correct choice.
Otherwise, he might never be able to recognize Wen Nuan in this life.
Wen Nuan looked at the painting in Commander Lu's hand, but because of the poor lighting, she couldn't see clearly which artist's work it was.
But after hearing what Commander Lu said, he was suddenly a little touched and said, "Grandma is so thoughtful. These are her treasures. I will definitely keep them well."
Commander Lu handed her the painting and said, "Then hide it. I'll see if there's anything else."
Lele took one look and came over and said, "Grandpa, I'll look for it with you."
Wen Nuan took the painting and carefully read the inscription on it, which read: Huangshan is majestic and steep, with clear and spacious scenery everywhere. Every pine tree and stone seem to be thousands of miles away.
And the red seal belongs to Huang Binhong.
Wen Nuan was stunned. Is this the Huang Binhong whose landscape painting was auctioned for over 70 million
Just as Wen Nuan was shocked, Commander Lu handed her another painting and said, "Your grandma also likes flowers and plants. This brighter one is her favorite to hang in her room."
Before Wen Nuan had time to look at them, Commander Lu took out a few scroll paintings for her, and there were also many books at the bottom of the box.
It is estimated that Commander Lu had never been in to take a look, but he opened the boxes curiously. Most of the boxes contained calligraphy and paintings, as well as a few ceramic bottles, all of which were official kiln porcelain from the Qing Dynasty.
It happened that her grandmother died before the Cultural Movement, and these things were probably forgotten in the cellar, so they were preserved.
"Mom, come and see, there is a big stone here!" Lele didn't know what he saw and wanted to lift the stone excitedly, but the stone didn't move at all, it seemed very heavy.
Commander Lu looked over, saw the stone, and said, "Oh, that stone was picked up by me and old fellow Shen Chuanshan when we were guarding the border. Your grandmother treasures it."
There happened to be a mission at that time, and Commander Lu and Shen Chuanshan were away for half a year. They thought that they would bring something back for his wife, but there was nothing to bring at that time, so they picked up a large stone at the foot of Kunlun Mountain that looked smoother than other stones, and was heavy.
Commander Lu still remembers the pain of carrying the load all the way back.
However, it was precisely because of this experience that Wen Nuan's grandmother treated the stone as a treasure.
Wen Nuan looked at the thing and found it somewhat similar to the one Gu Qinghan had brought back from the border as a gift to her, but the light was a little dim and it was not so easy to identify.
Commander Lu took a look at the stone, then walked over to pick it up and placed it on top of the books in the box. He joked, "Your grandmother used it as a whetstone and to cover a pickle jar. It's not useless."
Wen Nuan didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "As long as it's something left by grandma, it will be useful."
Commander Lu raised the corners of his lips proudly and said with a smile: "That's right."
Then they opened the other boxes, and found that they were almost all filled with calligraphy and paintings, books, and some very delicate jewelry boxes, all made of fine wood, either huanghuali or golden nanmu.
No wonder the cellar was disguised with flower beds. If Lu Mingde and his family found out, there would be nothing left.
Lele rushed back from the innermost cellar and said, "Grandpa, these are all. Have we found all the treasures?"
Commander Lu said, "That should be it."
As soon as he finished speaking, Gu Qinghan looked at the black porcelain jars and asked, "Are these all wine?"
In addition to the boxes, there are rows of neatly arranged boxes, which really look like wine jars.
Wen Nuan looked at Commander Lu and asked, "Grandma still likes to drink?"
It is not impossible. After all, pubs and teahouses are very popular in Beijing's alleys, and even lesbians are as brave as men.
When I was in the kitchen team of the staff quarters, Wen Nuan also built a wine cellar. At that time, sister-in-law Juxiang introduced a sister-in-law who was very good at tasting wine. She grew up around wine jars.
Commander Lu smiled and said, "No, these are the good things your grandmother left for me."
Then Commander Lu smiled and said, "Your grandfather also liked these few drinks when he was young, but the army is strict, and your grandmother doesn't like me drinking too much, so she bought fifty jars of wine and said she would hide them and drink them together when I retire."
Then, Commander Lu's eyes dimmed, and he said calmly, "Life is unpredictable. Who knew your grandma couldn't wait and passed away first?"
Wen Nuan looked at Commander Lu's dim eyes, then walked over and said, "Grandpa, if you like, I'll come drink with you in the future."
Wen Nuan couldn't empathize with Commander Lu's feelings, but she knew that Commander Lu was willing to come back to this courtyard, and he must be feeling mixed emotions of sadness and joy.
Wen Nuan took his arm and said softly, "I will be with you from now on."
When Commander Lu heard this, his eyes felt a little warm, and he breathed a sigh of relief: "Okay, then when grandpa retires, you can have a few drinks with me."
When Lele heard this, he came over and hugged Wen Nuan and Commander Lu's thighs, saying with a smile: "Grandpa, I'm here, too. I'll be with you!"
Commander Lu stretched out his finger and scratched the little guy's nose, then smiled and said, "Children should not drink alcohol!"
Wen Nuan joked, "Grandpa is still young now. Maybe by the time you retire, Lele will be an adult!"
"Hahaha—" Commander Lu laughed heartily after hearing what Wen Nuan said, and couldn't help but said, "I haven't been this happy in a long time."
Then he looked at Gu Qinghan and said, "Qinghan, bring a jar of wine upstairs. I'll call your Uncle Li over later. We'll have a meal here tonight."
Hearing this, Gu Qinghan smiled and replied, "Yes, Chief!"
*
Because there are a lot of things left by Grandma Wen Nuan, the house has not been renovated yet and is not ready for occupancy.
So everyone discussed it and decided not to move the things in the cellar for the time being, and to tidy them up when we officially moved in.
After coming out of the cellar, Gu Qinghan returned to the Air Force compound, intending to pick up Uncle Zhao, Aunt Chen and the others and have a drink there.
Because the furniture in the courtyard is complete, except for a pot and bowls and chopsticks.
Commander Lu planned to borrow it back from Uncle Li's house, and take Wen Nuan to meet the neighbors in the alley, and also to officially tell everyone that they had taken back the courtyard house.
He was also telling the neighbors in the alley that he had found his granddaughter, and that everything would be warm from now on.
So Wen Nuan followed Commander Lu to one house after another and met many elders.
After seeing Wen Nuan, everyone laughed and said, "She looks like her mother. She's so pretty!"
"Yes, he is white and handsome, so beautiful."
"Commander Lu, you are so lucky that you were able to find your granddaughter. It seems that this is fate."
This alley is filled with old neighbors and neighbours, and everyone saw Commander Lu risking his life to get to this position.
Now that I see he can find his family at this age, I am happy for him from the bottom of my heart.
Commander Lu accepted all the compliments from the neighbors, because she was his good granddaughter!
When we arrived at Uncle Li's house, he was eating peanuts and drinking wine, singing a song in a very realistic manner.
Wen Nuan heard that Uncle Li was singing the beginning of A Qing Sao's part in Sha Jia Bang, so she took over the part right after she entered the room, humming: "Everyone who comes is a guest, and it all depends on your mouth. When we meet, smile open your mouth, and don't think about it afterwards..."
When Mr. Li heard this, he got down from the golden nanmu armchair and looked at Wen Nuan with a smile: "This girl is not simple!"
Uncle Li had a good impression of Wen Nuan to begin with, and now that he heard that she could sing a few lines of Peking Opera, he liked her even more.
Commander Lu looked at Uncle Li and said with a smile, "That's right, don't you see whose granddaughter she is?"
"Hey, I was praising little Nuan, why is it about you again?" Uncle Li looked at Commander Lu jokingly, and then asked, "Why? Did you get the money back?"
Wen Nuan nodded and said, "I've taken them all back. Thank you, Uncle Li. If you hadn't reminded us, we really wouldn't have known what happened to the couple over the years."
People say there is nothing new in the alleys, but it’s great to have Uncle Li to help keep an eye on things.
Otherwise, Commander Lu would have ignored this courtyard house for so many years, and probably wouldn't have known that Lu Mingde and his friends were actually renting it out to make money.
Uncle Li waved his hand and chuckled, "You're welcome. I've long been fed up with Lu Mingde's family. They're all a headache."
"It would be great if you guys came back to live here in the future. Our alley would be lively then."
Wen Nuan smiled and replied, "The yard probably needs to be renovated before people can live here. Many tiles, doors and windows are broken. I'll come and live here for a while after the renovation is done."
Uncle Li smiled and said, "Okay, when the time comes, don't forget to call Uncle Li and I'll go have a drink."
Wen Nuan glanced at Commander Lu who was reluctant to speak, and said, "Today I am planning to invite Uncle Li over for a meal and a couple of drinks. Would you please give me the honor?"
This was originally Commander Lu's intention, because if Uncle Li hadn't tipped him off that day, he wouldn't have known that Lu Mingde was planning to sell the furniture in the yard as well!
Uncle Li glanced at Commander Lu who remained silent, smiled and said, "Girl, your grandfather is still alive, so you don't need to ask for a drink."
Commander Lu knew that this Mr. Li was looking for trouble, so he snorted and said, "I have treasured this Niulanshan Erguotou for thirty years. You can drink it if you want."
He glanced at Wen Nuan and said, "Xiao Nuan, let's go."
Seeing Commander Lu and Wen Nuan leaving without looking back, Grandpa Li quickly took his small teapot and followed them, saying, "Xiao Feifei, isn't it time for you to change your temper? Why are you leaving after just a few words? You said we have been friends and neighbors for decades. We haven't seen each other for so long, shouldn't we sit down and have a good chat?"
Commander Lu cursed: "..."
Uncle Li met Commander Lu's eyes and laughed, "Hey, Xiao Feifei, don't get me wrong. I don't want to drink your wine. I just want to chat with you!"
Commander Lu blushed and said, "Li Dazui, if you dare to call me Xiao Feifei again, you will never drink my wine again in your life!"
After saying that, he strode out of Uncle Li's house.
His granddaughter and great-granddaughter are here, how can they call him by his childhood name
Shameful!
It's so embarrassing!
"Oh, stop talking, I'm not good at talking. Can I just address you as Commander Lu?" Uncle Li followed him directly. He had to drink a sip of the old wine today, otherwise he would definitely not be able to sleep tonight.
Wen Nuan followed the two of them, smiled happily, and walked slowly towards the courtyard holding Lele's hand.
Lele was eating all the way, because the neighbors thought the little girl was cute and sweet, and it happened to be Chinese New Year, so they gave her a lot of snacks.
Lele didn't say a word the whole way and just focused on eating.
Seeing Wen Nuan smiling, he asked curiously, "Mom, what are you laughing at?"
Wen Nuan lowered her eyes and looked at the little guy Lele, and said, "Because your great-grandfather is happy, Mom is happy too."
Lele looked curiously at Commander Lu who was walking very fast. He had just spoken in a very harsh tone and even bought food from the old man selling candied haws.
Where are you happy
I really don’t understand these adults, her snacks are more delicious!
*
After the courtyard was taken back, Commander Lu and Gu Qinghan became busy.
Wen Nuan and Uncle Zhao went to the courtyard several times later, intending to see how it should be renovated.
After finalizing the plan, Wen Nuan asked Gu Qinglan and Li Daxiang out on the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, intending to buy some wedding items with them.
Then after spring comes, we can hold their wedding.
It turned out that Gu Qinglan had been busy these few days since she came to Beijing, and instead followed Li Yunhua to work at the city's hospital.
Mr. Zhao also served as a consultant for a few days, and took the opportunity to see what would happen to Li Daxiang who was "neglected".
However, Li Daxiang didn't say anything. He was responsible for washing clothes and cooking for them in Li Yunhua's yard every day without a word of complaint.
Wen Nuan listened to Gu Qinglan talking about what happened in the past few days and didn't know whether to laugh directly or go through the process before laughing.
Wen Nuan looked at Gu Qinglan and thought she looked a little thinner, so she asked, "Are you tired these days? You look a little thinner."
Every winter, Gu Qinglan gains weight because she is busy with work and eats more.
Moreover, eating more can keep you warm, so every summer I feel like I have gained weight.
Gu Qinglan pinched her face and sighed, "Don't say anything, sister-in-law. Daxiang and I took a photo, but my face turned out to be super big."
Then she leaned close to Wen Nuan's ear and said, "It's even bigger than Li Daxiang's face. I'm so pissed!"
Gu Qinglan snorted: "So I have to lose some weight, so that I can look as good as you in photos. I want to be a beautiful bride."
Li Daxiang probably heard it and frowned: "Nonsense, you are not overweight at all, don't lose any weight, this is just right."
He used to think that Gu Qinglan was thin. Although she was tall, she didn't actually gain much flesh.
It’s good like this now, I look much more energetic.
Gu Qinglan's work intensity was already high, and now she is even busier with Li Yunhua and Mr. Zhao's study. Li Daxiang even doubts whether Gu Qinglan will be free on the day of her wedding...
Gu Qinglan rolled her eyes at him and snorted, "What do you know? I'm pursuing perfection."
Ever since returning from the aviation school in Shenyang, Gu Qinglan discovered that Li Daxiang was in better shape than before, with lean and solid muscles all over his body, and his body was particularly straight. He looked handsome in the photos.
But she is a bit chubby, mainly because of her big face, so Gu Qinglan plans to take another photo before getting married.
But Li Daxiang kept saying that he was not fat, not fat, and that this was just right, and he liked it this way!
Comfort, this is definitely comfort!
Wen Nuan pinched Gu Qinglan's cheek and said with a smile: "You are already perfect enough, just listen to the loud noise, why do you lose weight!"
Gu Qinglan just has a big frame, she is not really fat, but she is also tall, so this is just symmetrical.
And most importantly, Gu Qinglan is busy with work. How can she work if she doesn't have enough to eat
Lele, who was enjoying a small cake at the side, looked at Gu Qinglan and said in a baby voice, "Aunt, believe what mom said, your face is the same as mine, we both have cute and perfect big chubby faces!"
Gu Qinglan: “…”
Where is the cuteness