Even though this winter has been cold and spring has started late, by the end of February, the breath of spring is already very strong in and outside the city.
When Shen Tianshu took Shen Yunhui out of the city by car, the gate of the city was almost full of people, all of whom were out for an outing.
During the annual Flower Festival in Yongzhou Prefecture, in addition to drying seeds to pray for good harvests, there are also activities for outings outside the city. On the outskirts of the mountains, there will be specially organized people to enjoy the flowers.
People in the city who like to plant flowers and plants will bring out the flowers and plants they have bought or cultivated for everyone to watch and appreciate.
The Red Red Appreciation Fair was getting better and better, and gradually people began to bring the flowers and plants they had cultivated, waiting to be sold, or hoping to find themselves a job as a gardener.
Nowadays, Yongzhou Prefecture’s annual Red Flower Appreciation Party has not only become a gathering of flower lovers throughout Huguang, but also attracts many people from surrounding areas to join.
And because of the liveliness of the Red Red Appreciation Festival, more literati came to enjoy the flowers, drink wine, and perform drinking rituals to recite poems and compose poems.
I heard that seven or eight years ago, there was a young man who composed a stunning seven-character quatrain during the Flower Order, which won the appreciation of the then prefect and was directly accepted as a staff member. Later, he Following that gentleman's promotion, he went to the capital.
This incident became a legend for a while and became a living sign of the Flower Festival in Yongzhou Prefecture. Every time the flower order was held in February, it became an opportunity for many talented people from poor families to hope for success.
It's a pity that although Shen Zhonglei was born in the imperial examination, he was an extremely pragmatic person in government affairs and was not very interested in reciting poems and writing poems.
But these people may not come in vain. Every year at the Flower Festival, some people will become famous in one fell swoop.
Some people even win the admiration of ladies by virtue of their talents, and thus form a marriage.
So when Shen Tianshu arrived in Yangmingshan on the outskirts of the city by car, many people had already gathered on the mountain.
Yangmingshan has high mountains, beautiful waters and dense forests.
In early spring, when you look around, you will see a new green, which will make your heart open.
The emblem of the Shen Mansion allowed the carriage to drive straight in, halfway up the mountain.
Mingyu got out of the car and put his foot down, then helped Shen Tianshu get out of the car.
Although the driver had tried his best to park the car in a place with fewer people.
However, the area around the mountain road is already densely populated, and no matter how hard you choose, it is impossible to leave it empty.
So when Shen Tianshu took Mingyu's hand and walked slowly out of the carriage, there was a gasp of air from around him.
I saw a young girl in a goose-yellow dress, standing gracefully among the mountains and rivers.
The patch of fresh green behind her that had just been chanted, and the delicate flowers in the basin that many people were watching and praising, all became her foil.
No jewelry or hairpin can take away half of her brilliance.
The camellia hairpins on her temples became dull compared to her face.
When Fan Yuru led his people to reach the middle of Yangming Mountain, they saw such a scene.
It made his heart beat faster and faster uncontrollably, and he quickened his pace, wanting to walk to her side immediately.
"Miss Shen, you're finally here." Cheng Xuhuan took the lead and came to Shen Tianshu's side, "The sun is shining brightly here, so let's go to the pavilion over there and take a rest.
As the son of Tongpan, Cheng Xuhuan had already asked his servants to occupy a pavilion with the best scenery, just to wait for Shen Tianshu's arrival, and now it suits his liking.
When Shen Tianshu saw Cheng Xuhuan, he felt a big headache. Mr. Cheng was like a cowhide plaster that could not be peeled off after being applied.
During the Chinese New Year, when I came to visit him to pay him New Year greetings, I used the favor of saving my life to make excuses and pestered Shen Tianshu.
Shen Tianshu had been out for so long that he had almost forgotten about this person. Unexpectedly, he would be pestered by him again during today's outing.
She declined politely and said, "Thank you Mr. Cheng for your kindness, but I don't feel like it. The early spring sun shines warmly on my body, which is much more comfortable than those shady places."
Cheng Xuhuan did not stick to his position at all, and directly echoed: "Miss Shen is right, this spring is colder than previous years, and the mountains are colder than the city. Standing here and basking in the sun will indeed make your body warm.
"Just now while waiting for Miss Shen to arrive, I walked around for a while. The flowers at this year's Red Flower Festival are more beautiful than last year. Why don't I accompany Miss Shen to have a look?"
When Shen Tianshu was thinking about how to decline this time, he suddenly heard a familiar voice.
"Miss Shen, I left Wuchang Mansion a few days ago. Unfortunately, Fan was not able to see her off due to official duties. I am here today to apologize to the girl."
After hearing this, Shen Tianshu opened his eyes wide and looked at Fan Yuru in surprise: "Master Fan, this is too polite. There is no need to chase him to Yongzhou Mansion to apologize.
"Besides, Mr. Fan has helped me a lot. Before leaving, I asked the prince about his whereabouts and wanted to express my gratitude to him."
Fan Yuru didn't expect that Shen Tianshu would actually take her words seriously, especially when she opened her eyes wide and looked at him with a blank look on her face. The innocence of a little girl came to her face, which was completely different from the shrewd and capable look she had during previous interactions. people.
He couldn't help but smile brightly and said: "It's Fan's fault, you shouldn't joke with Miss Shen like this.
"I didn't come here on purpose, I just finished my errands and passed through Yongzhou on my way back to Wuchang Prefecture.
"Because I have long heard that the Flower Festival in Yongzhou Prefecture is much better than elsewhere, and I have never had the chance to attend. Today is the event, so I can't miss it easily."
Shen Tianshu breathed a sigh of relief when he heard this.
In her previous life, her appearance was mediocre, and she could only be regarded as a middle-aged person. Her beauty had never caused her any trouble.
But now that she has become Shen Tianshu, she has gained a beautiful face out of thin air. Even now, when she looks in the mirror, she can't help but sigh in her heart, this face is so beautiful.
Even Cheng Xuhuan, who came to express his gratitude, after seeing Shen Tianshu, directed all the gratitude he should have expressed to Minghui to Shen Tianshu, and his attentive attitude should not be too explicit.
So Shen Tianshu is really worried, Cheng Xuhuan can be dealt with easily, but if even Fan Yuru is unfortunate enough to fall under this face, then she will really be unable to resist.
So when he heard that Fan Yuru was just passing by to join in the fun, Shen Tianshu breathed a sigh of relief and introduced with a smile: "Isn't that right? I dare not say that the Flower Chao Festival in Yongzhou Prefecture is the best in Daqi, but it is also second to none. He is unrivaled in Huguang. If Mr. Fan is not in a hurry, why not stay one night before leaving? The city will be very lively at night!"
"Miss Shen said so, so Fan naturally wants to stay and join in the fun!"
Cheng Xuhuan originally thought that he had seized the opportunity and occupied a favorable position next to Shen Tianshu in advance, but he did not expect that Fan Yuru would appear halfway.
Fortunately, he was unable to have an attack. After all, Fan Yuru could be regarded as one of his saviors.
"Mr. Fan, we meet again so soon. It's all thanks to you and Miss Shen last time." Cheng Xuhuan greeted Fan Yuru very perfunctorily, then turned around and continued to say to Shen Tianshu, "Miss Shen, there is a tea tree over there. It looks great and the flowers are in full bloom. I see that the hairpin on your temple is Camellia. I must like it, so why don’t we go over and have a look."
Shen Tianshu refused directly this time: "No, Mr. Cheng, go and see it yourself. I'm not interested in flowers and plants. I just want to talk to Mr. Fan here."
Cheng Xuhuan gritted his teeth bitterly as he looked at Fan Yuru's face that attracted the attention of many girls.