Author: Loeva

Zhao Mo really planned to take Qin Hanzhen to visit several famous lantern festivals in the inner city.

However, events like lantern festivals did not actually have that many characteristics in ancient times. They were all held in the capital, and hosted by people of similar status and background. Apart from the styles of lanterns and different stalls having their own styles, almost all major lantern festivals had their own styles.

The form, layout, and activity types of large-scale lantern festivals are all similar.

Around the Lantern Festival this year, a wave of cold air came from the north. The weather was even colder than usual, let alone at night. On the 15th day of the first lunar month, it even snowed. Even after dark, the snow had already fallen.

It stopped, and someone had already cleared the snow on the road, so that the road would not be too muddy and difficult to travel. The cold weather was also unbearable.

On the night of the fourteenth day of the first lunar month, Qin Hanzhen and Zhao Mo had already visited the lantern festival in Liulichang. The lantern festival there also had a unique scholarly atmosphere, which brought them many surprises. Today they are here again

The lantern festival at Longfu Temple was here. Looking at the lanterns and quizzes around her that didn't look particularly interesting, she felt a little uninterested and whispered to Zhao Mo: "I seem a little cold, why don't we find a place to sit down?"

,Would you like a cup of hot tea?"

Zhao Mo originally wanted to find a pair of "couple lanterns" with special meanings to add a little fun to the couple. He didn't expect Qin Han would really say this, and hurriedly said: "Is it cold? I've called you a long time ago.

I've booked a private room in the teahouse over there, and sent someone to light up the tea stove. We'll go there right away, and we'll have hot tea when we get in." After saying that, he took off the gloves Qin Hanzhen had made for him, and asked for

He came to hold Qin Hanzhen's hand and tried the temperature of his hand. In fact, it was just a little cold, so he felt relieved a little.

He smiled at Qin Hanzhen: "Do you find it boring? I also think that this year's lantern festival at Longfu Temple is not as interesting as the one held at Liulichang yesterday. Even if it is also about guessing lantern riddles, the lantern riddles at Liulichang are particularly unique.

some."

Qin Hanzhen pursed her lips and smiled, feeling very happy that Zhao Mo could guess what she was thinking. She whispered: "It's just another mistake, I just think that the lights here... seem to be similar to those seen in previous years, there is nothing special about it.

Interesting, styles, patterns, colors... are not innovative."

Zhao Mo took Qin Hanzhen's hand and said with a smile: "The rich man behind the Longfu Temple Lantern Festival has changed this year. Maybe it is for this reason that he is not outstanding in everything. The new rich man is probably not as ingenious as the old rich man.

?”

Qin Hanzhen was curious: "Who is the new rich man? Who is the old rich man? Why did they change people?"

Zhao Mo smiled and said: "The new rich man has nothing to say. The old rich man himself did not make any big mistakes. It's just that he used to rely on the Chu family and rely on the Chu family's power to thrive in the capital. Now the Chu family is in trouble.

, he will naturally lose his reputation. Although the government will not unjustly accuse innocent people, it is not just the government who will have trouble with him. He is lucky to be able to escape unscathed and only lose some property. He also

How can you still think about holding a lantern festival and show your face to attract attention?"

Qin Han really understood and said with a smile: "It's nothing. We watch the Lantern Festival twice a year, once for the Lantern Festival and once for the Mid-Autumn Festival. The themes are basically the same every year. You only need to change the pattern and color.

We've dealt with it. There are a few people who appreciate lanterns who are as picky as us and think they are not unique or innovative enough. In fact, looking at it, this year's lanterns are still very delicate and festive. Even compared to those in previous years.

, the number is larger, the venue is larger, and it looks more grand than in previous years.”

Zhao Mo nodded: "The new king has ascended the throne, and it coincides with the great victory in Liaodong. It is time to celebrate. Taking advantage of the New Year, we can drive away all the bad luck of the old year."

This year's major lantern festivals are indeed larger than in previous years. Although the new emperor didn't say anything, the Supreme Emperor had already revealed that he hoped that everything would go smoothly in the first year of his son's succession and that the people would be more festive.

Some, less unpleasant things. No matter what this is implying, there are many smart people among the people who have accepted the holy will. First, make the lantern party beautiful, and Enke must also make thorough preparations.

If something goes wrong, when the battle of Liaodong is won, the army returns to the court, and the Beirong surrender, it will add even more luster to the new king's face.

In the New Year, good news from Liaodong came one after another. The war has basically stopped. Both the king of Beirong and the general of the southern invasion have revealed their willingness to negotiate for peace. Although there are still people in Beirong who do not agree to the armistice.

, attempted to lead an army to sneak attack on the border town of Jokhang from the side, destroying the possibility of peace. However, General Ma Lao found out in time, blocked the people, and almost wiped out the Beirong army that came to attack, so the crisis soon came to an end.

was eliminated.

As the Cai family led by Yunyang Marquis and the Ma family army led by General Ma Lao made meritorious deeds, the situation in the Liaodong war was basically a foregone conclusion. After the Lantern Festival, when the imperial court opens, officials will go north to start peace talks with the envoys sent by Beirong.

.

It is said that the Beirong court originally had different opinions on war and peace. After General Ma's victory, those who originally clamored for more war became more honest, and the peace faction gained the upper hand. Queen Beirong killed her with her own hands

The two most ambitious bastards hanged their biological mothers and quickly pacified the harem, forcing King Beirong to bow his head and promise to rescue his youngest son with all his strength, even if it means temporarily surrendering to Zhao. But in this way, Beirong

There will definitely be a knot between the king and the queen. Even if the little prince of Beirong returns home safely, the king of Beirong will not find it pleasing to see this son who has hindered his ambitions. There is another question about whether he stabbed him in the back.

He must have even more complicated feelings for his descendant who had a sword in his hand.

It is obvious that there will be another power struggle within Beirong. In addition, they have been defeated in a row and their strength has been greatly damaged. No one can say when they will regain their strength and become determined to go south again. However, the Secret Service of the Jokhang Imperial City won the first battle.

, after tasting the sweetness, it may not be so easy for Beirong to have the strength to invade the south again, right? Beirong spies can lurk in Jokhang for more than ten years, secretly planning shady activities. Who said that Jokhang's spy department is just that?

If you can't use his way, you can also use it on his body?

Generally speaking, the war situation in the border areas is going very well, and everyone in the imperial court is happy. It is natural that the people will follow the celebration and make the lantern festival more lively and larger in scale.

Qin Hanzhen and Zhao Mo held hands and chatted and laughed as they went to the private room in the teahouse they had booked. Looking down from the second floor here, one could actually see the scene at the lantern festival quite clearly, and it was quite interesting.

The private room was warm, there was food and drink, and there was no need to walk. It was really very comfortable. Qin Hanzhen just sat down and didn't want to leave. He turned around and said to Feng'er: "If you and the little sisters are interested, come down.

Let’s take a look around. Anyway, I’m staying here and there are people waiting on me.”

Feng'er was a little eager to give it a try. She had been following Qin Hanzhen. Although she could not be said to be trapped in the inner house and had the opportunity to go out, she would always follow Qin Hanzhen walking in the inner courtyard of the mansion gate when she went out. The street scene was almost astonishing.

She has rarely come into contact with them anymore. She still misses the time when she walked freely on the streets in the past. Even if she can't go back now, it is still a beautiful thing to be able to stroll freely at the lantern festival. She just decided

She had made up her mind, but before she even opened her mouth, Hasumi Lianyi and the others were already looking at her longingly, whispering and encouraging her to nod.

Feng'er looked at their expressions, smiled helplessly, and bowed to Qin Hanzhen: "The princess is so kind, but the servants are so disrespectful." Lianshi Lianyi and the others suddenly laughed happily, and said one after another: "We will do it in a moment.

Come back." "Just wander around casually, two quarters of an hour at most." "We will bring back interesting gadgets for the prince and princess!"

Qin Hanzhen smiled while drinking tea: "Okay, since you are so thoughtful and Feng'er has money, just report everything you bought to the public account."

Feng'er was happy after saying this. She took out the purse tucked into her sleeve and said, "Is what the princess said true? You told me before you went out to bring ten taels of silver with you! Ten taels of silver can buy a lot of things.

!”

Qin Hanzhen waved his hand: "Go, go, remember to bring a guard with you, so as not to encounter unsighted people harassing you."

Ah Shou smiled and said something in Zhao Mo's ear. Zhao Mo nodded, and Ah Shou stepped forward and said, "I'll go with the girls. They don't go out much, so they don't know the market even when they're shopping. Be careful."

It’s the hawkers’ fault!”

Feng'er said angrily: "Am I so stupid? You speak as if we have never seen the world!"

Feng'er is from the private sector, so he naturally has experience with small stall vendors. However, Hasumi and the others... are born in a family, and even if their lives were not very good before, they may not necessarily be familiar with the things in the market. They pulled Feng'er's sleeves

, hinting her not to be arrogant. What a great thing to have such a kind and smart person like Shou Guanshi accompanying her!

Feng'er had no choice but to angrily agree to Ah Shou's company. Ah Shou smiled from beginning to end and accompanied them downstairs with a good temper.

Qin Hanzhen saw Ah Shou taking away the two guards, but did not call Ah Xing and the others, so he asked Zhao Mo in a low voice: "Why don't you let Ah Xing go shopping too?"

Zhao Mo said: "When Ah Xing accompanied us to Liulichang yesterday, we had already visited it. Besides, I have to keep people around to take care of me, so I can't let them all go. No one else understands my feelings as well as Ah Shou and Ah Xing."

Well, although Zhao Mo is very kind to the people below, many of his ideas are really different from Qin Han. Qin Han really didn't hesitate and just smiled and said: "It's a pity that Lian Rui and the others have to stay to visit the house today."

, couldn't follow, otherwise Feng'er and the others would be more lively. After a while, Lian Rui would be angry if she knew that Lian Shi and the others went to the lantern festival but didn't count her share. It would be better to ask someone to bring her a

Bringing back some snacks can be regarded as compensation for her."

Zhao Mo didn't care about these trivial matters and followed Qin Hanzhen.

Qin Hanzhen walked to the glass window to look at the street scene below. From a distance, she saw Feng'er and a group of people chatting and laughing around a lantern riddle stall. She also showed a knowing smile. She looked further away.

, but couldn't help being startled: "Brother Mo, come here and take a look. That person looks so familiar. Why does he look like the eldest girl of the Xu family? What is she doing at the lantern festival alone? Who is the man opposite her?"

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