novelraw Chapter 123 The Missed Flowering Period
Chapter 123 The Missed Flowering Period
Every time Zhu returned from Zhongao to Daao, he liked to take a walk outside, as if he could escape from the shackles for a short time by doing so.It's just that he offended Shimadzu Tsutsuyoshi a lot this time, and he didn't dare to stay outside for too long.Look at the well-trimmed green plants in the courtyard, and then look up at the wall.By now, the cherry blossoms may all be in bloom.The royal family loves chrysanthemums, Ooku loves Asagao, and he loves cherry blossoms.When the cherry blossoms fall, there is a fishy sweetness, but it makes people feel quiet and beautiful.That kind of beauty blooms because of separation, and will not bloom until it withers. People will always remember its most beautiful posture.
Every year in the past, he liked to go to Ueno to see the cherry blossoms, and even rented a teahouse for a few days.Fortunately, Prince Arisugawa Miya Masahin lived here for a month, and now it is estimated that even Yae Sakura will fail.If all goes well, he will already be in Heian-kyo next year, but I don't know if there will be cherry blossoms there.Speaking of which, he was also born there, but, because the time is too long, those memories have long been blurred.He is already 20 years old, and in this age of early marriage, he is considered too old to be married.Could it be that he really had to fail before he could fall from the branch.
Ji Zong slipped out of the seeing-off team early, and as soon as he came out, he saw bamboo.In Edo in April, everything is green, even the sky is dyed blue.Bamboo is dressed in turmeric uniforms. In this vibrant green, it seems that autumn has ushered in before enjoying spring.Every time he sees bamboo, Ji Zong always feels that a string buried deep in his heart has been plucked.It's not good, she knows, but she can't control it.Since you can't control your heart, you can control your steps.She walked towards the door and looked away.
"Isn't this Ji Yidian?" Zhu glanced at Ji Zong from the corner of Zhu's eyes, turned his head, and smiled frivolously at her while maintaining the posture of crossing his arms.
Ji Zong stopped his steps, pursed his lips and looked at him for a long time, and said, "If you don't want to laugh, then don't."
The corners of Zhu's lips sank, with a kind of anger that was seen through, "What? You laugh at me too? Am I a joke of the whole Edo now?"
Looking at the bamboo like a cat with blown fur, Ji Zong sighed softly, "I thought you didn't care what other people think of you." Thinking of his deviant behavior, he doesn't seem like someone who cares about other people's eyes.
Zhu laughed at himself, this is self-inflicted evil, and it is not easy for the husband to be a good man.
"I heard that Ji Yidian took the side room together to go out to enjoy the cherry blossoms. He stayed for three days and two nights. I can't see that you are still a knowledgeable person." Zhu thought of Yu Xumo who had met once, and left Curling his lips, he looked deserted and a little arrogant, but his methods were not bad.
"If you have time to listen to these idle jokes, you might as well care about yourself. If nothing happens recently, then don't make a fuss." Ji Zong thought about the embarrassment of Shimadzu Jifeng, the lord of the Satsuma domain, and hated bamboo for her.This reception is tantamount to adding another layer of frost to Satsuma's pale finances.Suddenly thinking of Shimadzu Jifeng and Konoe Hee's small actions, the two obviously knew each other, so he couldn't help sighing.Looking at a bamboo that is unaware of the crisis, I don't think I should worry about the ancients. He can live well until now, and he has his own set of survival rules.
She walked away without giving Zhu another chance to ridicule herself.Zhu didn't say anything to refute, he is used to judging people, although Ji Zong's words are cold, but the concern in them is much more real than many people who can only talk nicely.Glancing at Ji Zong's back, Zhu murmured to himself, "I don't know, have the Yae cherry blossoms all gone." The regret revealed in the words made Ji Zong's footsteps flutter a few times.One after another, more people came out of the imperial city, and it was not easy for Zhu to stay outside, adding to the laughing stock.
Ji Zong was reading a book under the lamp, but his heart was irritated for no reason, as if something he couldn't hold back was about to come out.She didn't know what would happen if she ran out, so she could only press down subconsciously.San Langzuo glanced, and after a cup of tea, the book Ji Zong was holding was still on that page.
"If a person has something on his mind, his aura will fluctuate. Look," he said suddenly. Ji Zong was stunned for a moment before he realized it and looked in the direction he pointed.I don't know if it's a coincidence, but the flames of the candles on the branch-like lampstands are dancing lightly. Tonight, there is actually no wind.
Ji Zong stared at Huo Miao for a long time, and decided not to embarrass herself. She threw the book in her hand, looked at San Langzuo who was leaning against the wall with folded arms, and asked, "Do you think the cherry blossoms in Ueno have all been defeated?"
San Langzuo didn't know why she asked, but he just raised his eyes and thought about it, and replied, "It's already mid-April, and it should all be defeated." Seeing that Ji Zong's eyes dimmed, he couldn't bear to see her disappointed, and tried again After thinking for a while, he said uncertainly, "However, Asuka Mountain is colder than Ueno, and there may still be some flowers that haven't bloomed yet."
"Mt. Asuka, but where is the prince?" Ji Zong knew that the place San Langzuo mentioned was in the north of Edo. Because the transportation is not particularly convenient, although it is also rich in cherry blossoms, it is not a place where people often go to enjoy cherry blossoms.
San Langzuo nodded, "There's an ink embankment there. When you walk up to the mountain at the head, there are many cherry blossoms, which are more energetic than Ueno's."
Looking at the sky, Ji Zong felt that it was too late, but there seemed to be a thorn in his buttocks, and he couldn't sit still no matter what.
"Sanlangzuo, order a few people to follow, and find someone who knows the way to lead the way. I'm going to Feiniao Mountain." Ji Zong stood up abruptly, and said with great certainty.As soon as this sentence was said, she felt that the whole person was much more relaxed.San Langzuo was a little surprised and said, "Now? It's late today, and the road conditions over there are not very good. Moreover, Mount Asuka is a bit far from Edo. It will take half a day to go back and forth."
Ji Zong's cheeks were flushed, and he was embarrassed to be using public tools for private purposes, but his eyes were shining brightly.San Langzuo rarely saw Ji Zong giving such unclear instructions, but looking at her firm eyes, he also knew that this person did not make decisions lightly, but once a decision was made, he would not change it easily.
"Then please wait a moment, my lord. I will make arrangements and go out before the city gate is closed."
Ji Zong nodded and rubbed his palms.
The next morning, the sky was slightly bright, but it was the busiest time in Daoli.On the veranda, well-dressed men can often be seen walking and running in small steps.Teams often staggered one by one, and everyone looked in a hurry, but they would not collide with each other as if they were dispatched by traffic lights.Even, because of the slight difference in status, they had to stop and salute.At this time, no one will make things difficult for anyone, because there is no time.
In the morning, it was the time for the general to enter the University for morning worship.Therefore, for the men of Daoli, whose life is centered on the general, their work and rest time and habits are also created according to the general's needs.The men in Da Ori always take a bath in the morning and dress up.There are many people who run among the Wu clothes and direct Yu Banxia to carry water.At this moment, everyone in Daoli is running extremely like a fully wound clockwork.
However, there are also idlers here, for example, Mr. Zhu.
In the early years, he also liked to watch the excitement in the morning, or to add trouble to people he didn't like.Now, he stopped thinking about it early.Is it really old?
"Master, there is a word from outside that someone is waiting for you at the side gate of Da'ao." Dumb stated without any emotion.
Zhu tilted his head to look at Ah-Dai, rubbed his thumb against his lips, and smiled slightly, "A-Dai, how long have you been with me?"
After hearing this, Ah-Dai didn't make a sound, but just buried his head lower.
"Okay, let's talk about it, who or what makes you feel that you can spread this word."
"Returning to the master, it is Yu Banxia who has never seen it before. He said that there is a pattern of clover on the sleeve of the visitor."
Zhu was stunned, and asked, "Where is the person who sent the message? Call in." Duan was a little surprised, not knowing whether the master didn't trust him or had something to explain. It seems that he should be more cautious in doing things in the future.His name is Dumb, but he is not stupid. The trust of his master is the foundation of his survival in Da'ao.Otherwise, this big Ori, a person of his status, is too easy to get a sudden illness and then die.The family members don't even know how he died. He still has family members, and he still wants to go out to see them alive.
He went out in response and invited people in.
"This early morning is the busiest time for Da Ao, so I'm tired of you." Mr. Zhu lazily looked at Yu Banxia in front of him, and didn't ask any questions.
Yu Banxia's head was pressed against the ground, extremely respectful, and he never thought that the moody Zhu Jun would summon him.
"It's a small honor to serve the masters." The man said with trepidation.
Zhu's eyes swept over his thick bangs, the back of the soft couch, the fingertips facing each other, and even looked at his buttocks and feet, before he graciously said, "Dumb, reward him for me."
Dumb quickly said yes, and took him out of Zhu's room.Zhu looked at his nails and smiled.The most indispensable thing in Daao is always talents.It's just that I don't know what this picture of Yu Banxia is.A person's words and deeds may be deceiving, but some details cannot.This person's neat hair was also meticulous in the early morning, and there were no wrinkles in every part of his clothes. Firstly, it showed that this person was clean, and secondly, it showed that this person's behavior was very well-mannered, so there was not even the slightest wrinkle.Moreover, he looked at his hands and nails again. Even if he was as pampered as him, his fingers were not as slender and beautiful as this person's, and his nails were even more neatly trimmed.But such a person has to wear thick bangs, without raising his face, he knows that this person must look good.
Stretching for a while, he suddenly had the idea to go out and meet someone who he thought was worth spreading the word.One must know that a person who can protect himself well in such a complicated environment as Da Ao, if he is not worthy of passing on, he can completely avoid it and push him away.Originally, one thing more is worse than one thing less, and being wise and safe is the top priority.Or, the person who called him out may not necessarily be the one who buried this dark chess piece.
Bamboo bypassed the frequent route used by everyone in Dao, and arrived at the side gate.Because it was busy inside, it seemed a little quiet here.Taking a look around the empty and silent surroundings, Zhu suddenly felt a little regretful, if this was Shimadzu Tsutsuyoshi's person, he might not be able to escape unscathed.However, he clenched the saber at his waist tightly, whether it was a blessing or a curse, he couldn't avoid it, and he had to go through tricks to distinguish the winner.It's not his style to retreat without a fight.
He stepped out of the side door with one foot, and saw Ji Zong with his eyes closed, wearing simple and even shabby clothes, probably wearing a haori from Jiyi Temple to keep out the cold.It was the clover pattern on the uniform feathers, which made people think it could help her spread the word.How did Ji Zong know this? She still thinks that she has given enough rewards.The people in Daoli are not willing to accept money from anyone, and they are willing to help in any favor.Because, very likely, if you make a wrong move, you will lose your life.
Looking at Ji Zong, Zhu suddenly felt a feeling of wanting to shrink back.It would be better if Shimadzu Jifeng came to find fault!Ji Zong closed his eyes and breathed evenly. It looked like he fell asleep standing up.Her hair was still wet from the morning mist.I don't know why, Zhu's footsteps did not stop, but walked over, and a corner of his heart became damp.
"Cough~" He clenched his fist to cover his mouth, and coughed lightly, reminding Ji Zong, who was dozing off, that he also cleared his tight throat.
"Are you looking for me?" Looking at Ji Zong's opened eyes, there was still a bit of bewilderment, and he dared to fall asleep standing up!She nodded subconsciously, as if she was not fully awake.
Zhu's voice subconsciously softened a lot, "You found the person who sent the message, do you know him?"
Ji Zong shook his head again, his expression became more sober.
"It must not be like this in the future. If it falls into the hands of people with ulterior motives, it will be a fatal handle." Zhu himself was also surprised why he told Ji Zong this, but, thinking about that Yu Banxia with ulterior motives, he was not too worried.Because if a person wants something, then he is not enough to be afraid.
Ji Zong's eyes sank, but she was completely awake. After thinking about it, she nodded solemnly.
"What's the matter with you looking for me?" Zhu was also a little embarrassed about his kindness.He attributed it to the fact that Ji Zong's appearance was too sudden, and the air was so good this morning, so his kindness came out for no reason.
When Ji Zong was asked by him, she seemed to have just remembered her own reason for coming. She looked at Zhu, who was about the same height as her, and seemed to be a little embarrassed, so she lowered her head and thought about it.Seeing her appearance, Zhu suddenly felt a little funny.What the hell is going on, this girl who can confidently say "I like you is my own thing, what does it have to do with you", what else makes her so embarrassed.
Ji Zong raised his eyes, just in time to see the smile in his eyes, pursed his lower lip, as if he had made a great determination, turned around, and jumped onto the wall as high as a person.
Zhu raised his head slightly, looked at Ji Zong standing on the wall, and was a little annoyed, "Hey, are you kidding me? If it's okay, I'll go back." He pretended to turn around, but Ji Zong didn't make a sound.It seemed that, from the beginning to the end, she didn't say a word, either shaking her head or nodding.The unknown anger in my heart suddenly changed from one point to nine points.
Suddenly, from the top of his head, there was a rain of cherry blossoms, pink and white petals, a fishy and sweet aroma, accompanied by the fragrance of the soil and the morning dew.The bamboo's feet seemed to have taken root, and with its mouth slightly opened, it subconsciously stretched out its hand, letting the petals fall from between its fingers.The cherry blossoms fell for a long time, so he stood there for a long time with his mouth slightly open in this posture.When he came back to his senses, Sakura didn't know when it stopped.He looked down at the petals under his feet, densely packed like a pink and white blanket.It's just that no expensive carpet seems to be so soft and fragrant.
He turned his head stiffly, and his head was still a little numb. Ji Zong was standing on the wall with his hands above his head, carrying a bamboo basket.Just now, she was carrying it on her back, but Zhu didn't look carefully.Now that the bamboo basket was empty, Ji Zongfu put it on his back again, and smiled brightly at some bamboos that hadn't recovered.A mouthful of white teeth, facing the sun, dazzled Zhu's eyes.
"You..." Zhu was startled, he was so hoarse that he couldn't speak, his heart was beating like it was in his throat.
Ji Zong kept smiling, she nodded at Zhu, shook her head again, did a backflip, jumped off the wall, and disappeared from Zhu's sight.Takeshita looked at his feet subconsciously. If it wasn't for the cherry blossoms on the ground, he really suspected that all of this was his illusion.
Zhu raised his head to look at the empty wall, then looked at the cherry blossoms under his feet, lowered his eyes and didn't know what he was thinking, his face was not very good, and the hand beside him slowly clenched into a fist.
Ji Zong jumped off the wall and galloped to the tied horse not far away.She had to do something to relieve the racing heartbeat.Her heart seemed to be in her throat, beating fast, as if it was about to pop out.She felt exciting and excited, but most of all was joy, deep joy.She wants to tell everyone how happy she is now, but she doesn't know what makes her so happy.
Seeing her running over, San Langzuo handed her the reins, his eyes dodged subconsciously, unwilling to look at Ji Zong's bright smile.
Ji Zong ran to him, grabbed the rein and the hand that Sanlang Zuo handed over the rein, and held it firmly. Sanlang Zuo raised his eyes and was almost stung by Ji Zong's smile.He felt a little pain in his heart. Last night, Ji Zong collected the cherry blossoms all night. He didn't leave the hands of others, and he didn't even want the ones on the ground.She picked the most blooming branches and carefully put them into the bamboo basket.They traveled non-stop day and night and rushed back when the city gate opened in the morning, but they didn't even return to the Jiyi Palace, and came to the edge of the imperial city.
San Langzuo admitted that he was curious, and just stood on the tree to peek at everything, but he felt very uncomfortable, wishing he didn't see anything, and didn't know anything.
"Sanlangzuo!" Ji Zong's hoarse voice was full of unconcealable joy, the whole night's running around had already made her voice hoarse and speechless, "Sanlangzuo!"
She called out Sanronzuo's name again, but Sanronzuo clearly felt that every time he heard his name, his heart seemed to be squeezed an inch tighter.
"Sanlongzuo, I'm very, very happy." Ji Zong seemed to be unable to find the right words and words, just smiled and said these words hoarsely, then let go of Sanlongzuo's hand and got on the horse.
But San Langzuo felt that his heart was suddenly in unbearable pain.
The author has something to say: I have a hunch that this chapter will be scolded again (holding the shell and crawling away)
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I wish you all a happy double festival!Lovers will finally get married, and family members will be healthy and reunite!
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Thank you Lemongrass mine, so loving and warm.