Volume 1: Swan Goose Chapter 57: Thoughts and Love Stopping the Pillow on the Window (3)
The pomegranate courtyard, the slender willow pavilion, and the first sight of the swallows attracting chicks make the market look brand new.
The eighth day of April is the birthday of the Buddha, and across the street they start selling new wine brewed by Xiaoxiang Villa at the end of last year. Vendors push carts and go to the street to sell fresh seasonal fruits such as new apricots, cherries, and royal peaches.
Just after noon, the front door of Zhuang Tower became lively. The caravan brothers gathered around the door and talked about it. It turned out that Toto had used wormwood to make a straw man the night before and nailed it to the vermilion door.
Mr. Murong pushed through the crowd and walked over, asking in surprise: "Toto, what are you doing?"
Toto turned around, grinned, and said hehe, "I saw they had a straw man pierced at the door of every house. I pierced one too. I heard it can ward off evil spirits!"
Mr. Murong shook his feather fan lightly and said with a frown, "That's true, but have you ever seen a straw man in front of whose house is taller than the door?"
Toto patted his chest and said proudly: "The straw man I made, Toto, must naturally be as tall as me, so that he can ward off evil spirits!"
Hu Lai, the gatekeeper, laughed and said with emotion: "With Zhong Kui like you here in our Zhuang Tower, no evil spirits dare to come. What kind of straw man is needed to ward off evil spirits?"
After saying that, he glanced at the people around him, and everyone burst into laughter.
Seeing everyone laughing, Toto was a little confused and asked stupidly: "What's wrong? Did I tie it wrong somewhere? Also, who is Zhong Kui?"
Su Bing, the gatekeeper, walked over, put his arm on his shoulder, and said teasingly: "Toto, haven't you noticed that people on the street unconsciously step back when they see you? The same is true for Zhong Kui. He is the door god.
Everyone is afraid when they see him!"
After he finished speaking, everyone burst into laughter.
Toto looked at everyone inexplicably, scratched his scalp, and asked in confusion: "You...why are you laughing? What do you mean by this?"
He looked at Mr. Murong. Mr. Murong twisted his beard and smiled, and said meaningfully: "What they mean is that you, a straw man, did it exactly like yourself!"
Toto scratched his scalp, still a little confused. Mr. Murong shook his head and turned back.
Su Bing and Hu Laize each put their hands on one of his shoulders and continued to sarcastically say, "Hey, you don't even understand this! What you mean, sir, is that this idiot is just like you, not only scary but also ugly!"
After saying that, they each punched him and ran away. Toto stood there for a moment, then realized what he was doing and immediately rolled up his sleeves and chased after him while waving his fists.
The three of them were joking around when they bumped into Lu Ning who was coming out. The two of them hurriedly hid behind Lu Ning and exclaimed: "Young leader, help me! Toto is going to hit someone!"
Lu Ning saw Totuo charging towards him with a fist, and quickly stopped him and reassured him: "Okay, brother, stop making trouble! Your fists can kill people!"
Toto thrust his arm around his waist and yelled unwillingly: "Little deer, get out of the way! I'm going to beat these two people to death today! Let them still dare to call me ugly!"
Lu Ning grabbed Toto and said with a gentle smile: "Brother, they are joking. Why bother to fight! Come on, I will take you out to play."
"Really? Where are we going?" As soon as Toto heard that he could go out to play, he immediately forgot about the insult. His two bell-like eyes were wide and round, and he was as excited as a seven-year-old child.
Hu Lai walked out from behind her and said with a smile: "Young leader, today is the Buddha's birthday. Why don't you go to the Buddhist temple to burn incense and worship Buddha? All the temples are very lively today, and the wishes you make come true!"
Su Bing waved his hand and said: "Today, all the Buddhist temples in the city are crowded with people. Wherever you go, there are crowds of people. Why not go to Fenghuang Xishan outside the city. There is Lanruo Temple halfway up the mountain. Because it is relatively remote, there are few people.
The incense is not very popular, so it is quiet and you can go for an outing in the mountains."
Lu Ning hesitated and said: "The incense is not strong? Wouldn't it be ineffective to pray for blessings?"
Hu Lai came over and persuaded: "Su Bing is right! Besides, the Bodhisattvas in the popular places are too busy to take care of so many people. Going to places with fewer people may be more effective!"
Lu Ning smiled slightly and said: "That makes sense. If we are sincere, it will be the same wherever we go. We can go outside the city smoothly."
Let’s go on an outing! Let’s go to Lanruo Temple!”
As she said that, she took out a few pieces of silver and threw them to the four people: "Thank you, brothers, please take good care of your house. We can be back before dark!"
Several strong men divided the money, and they all happily said: "Young master, feel free to go and play! We must keep an eye on the door!"
Pingsi came in front of the velvet horse. Lu Ning flew onto the horse's back and gently held it with his legs. The edelweiss horse's four hooves were light and walked straight to the city gate. Toto and Mr. Murong also walked to the left and right, tightly.
Follow her.
The streets were crowded and bustling, and the three people and the three riders could only control the horses and move slowly. The husband smelled the aroma of wine floating around and was so greedy that he couldn't move, so Lu Ning bought ten jars of fragrance dew and ordered people to take it back to the caravan village.
Go upstairs.
The three of them walked forward for a while. Toto was attracted by the glutton in his stomach. When he saw the plum blossom buns, roasted pork jerky and various spices and fruits sold on the street, he bought them all and put them on the horse.
Eat on the go.
Fenghuang West Mountain is surrounded by water at the foot of the mountain and cloud caves are scattered all over the mountain. Because there are countless Lugan stones gathered in the caves, the entire Xishan Mountain has a gloomy air all year round, making it look like a fairyland from a distance.
Fenghuang East Mountain is also known as Long Live Mountain. The Crystal Palace, the palace of Emperor Yu, was built on the top. The entire palace is grand and built on the mountain. It is layered and extends from the middle of the hillside to the top of the mountain. It is very spectacular.
Three people and three horses climbed up the stairs along the winding mountain road of the West Mountain. The spring breeze was blowing in the mountain, and the fresh air of the grass and trees hit their faces. The few people reined in their horses and walked slowly for a while, then they saw the Lanruo Temple hidden halfway up the mountain.
There is an ancient cypress outside the temple gate, with a green and dense crown, like a big open green velvet umbrella. The three of them jumped off the horse and walked slowly towards the temple. However, they were stopped by several guards who looked like guards at the gate.
The man stopped.
A man in a blue shirt said seriously with a straight face: "Who are you? You are not allowed to enter here!"
Toto immediately stared and roared: "How could you stop me? Does this temple belong to your family?"
The man in blue shirt snorted coldly: "Today, this temple has been reserved by our master. No one can enter. If you want to worship, you can go elsewhere."
When Toto heard this, he became furious. He picked up his mace and shouted loudly: "Is your master the king of heaven? Why did you reserve this temple and prevent people from entering? I must go in today!"
, Toto waved his stick and was about to rush in.
"Don't be so presumptuous! Don't you want to live?" Several guards drew knives in their hands and started to confront each other not to be outdone.
"Who is acting so arrogant here?" A deep voice came from inside the temple.
The three of them followed the sound, and saw a man with thick eyebrows, big eyes, and a complexion, striding out of the door with a majestic look. Lu Ning couldn't help but be startled when he saw the person coming, because the person who came was none other than King Yi's personal guard - Tie Lin.
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He was originally full of anger, but when he saw Lu Ning outside the door, he immediately calmed down, bowed and said, "Hey, what a coincidence! Why is Gang Leader Lu here too?"
Toto and Mr. Murong both looked at Lu Ning. Lu Ning smiled awkwardly, cupped his hands and said, "Could it be that the Lanruo Temple was booked by His Highness today? Then let's go somewhere else."
However, Tie Lin rushed forward to stop her, and said with a smile: "Master Lu, don't leave. If His Highness knows that you are coming and I drive you away, I will certainly punish you! Please come in!"
After hearing what he said, Lu Ning no longer hesitated and walked through the door with Totuo and Mr. Murong.
After the three people entered the door, a guard came over and asked curiously: "Brother Tielin, who is that woman?"
Tie Lin rolled his eyes at a few people, and Bo scolded: "What do you know? You are really ignorant! This woman is the famous leader of the caravan!"
Several people looked at each other and sneered, sneering: "What's so great about the gang leader!"
Tie Lin looked around, leaned closer and whispered: "Stupid! The leader of the caravan is nothing, but she is the only woman who has entered our palace and can have a drink with the prince. What does this mean?"
A young guard secretly rejoiced: "I know, this means that she will most likely be our mistress in the future!"
Everyone nodded as if they suddenly understood.
Tie Linyi
He slapped a few people on the head and cursed: "So, you guys have some sense. If you don't treat her well now, be careful that she comes to settle accounts with you one by one after she comes over!"
Several people immediately straightened their bodies and said seriously: "Yes, we understand."
"Who is making a noise outside?" Lu Ning and the others had just walked to the main hall, when Yan Rong, in white clothes and white robes, rushed out of the door with a big stride. He was slightly startled when he saw the three of them, and quickly raised his hands and said with a smile: "Gang Leader Lu and His Highness
It’s really a fate, I didn’t expect to see you in such a remote temple!”
Lu Ning's cheeks turned slightly red and she asked softly: "Is His Highness inside?"
Yan Rong stepped aside to make way, raised his hand and said, "Go in, His Highness is the only one praying in the hall."
Hearing this, Lu Ning hesitated: "Then I'd better go in later and don't disturb him to pray."
Yan Rong gently pushed her into the door and jokingly said, "We're going to disturb you when we go in, but you won't be if you go in."
Lu Ning smiled awkwardly and had no choice but to half-push and half-step into the main hall.
Yan Rong looked at Totuo and Mr. Murong and chuckled: "Do you two want to go in to pray? If not, let's go to the side hall to eat vegetarian food!"
Mr. Murong understood immediately, shook the folding fan lightly, and said with a smile: "Okay, let's go!"
But Totuo said blankly: "I don't eat vegetarian food. I want to see what the Bodhisattva here looks like!"
But Mr. Murong grabbed his ear and said half-seriously: "Don't all the Bodhisattvas look the same? Do you know what praying for is? Come! Come with me to have a vegetarian meal."
Totuo still refused, and kept looking back at the Main Hall. Mr. Murong immediately gave Yan Rong a wink. Yan Rong quickly came over, and together with Mr. Murong, he pulled Toto to the west side of the hotel.