This can be remembered

Chapter 35
It's rare for Ling Xuewei to be more comfortable. After the daily ritual time is over, those nuns will go back to other courtyards. At this time, Lu You's wife often comes to visit Ling Xuewei. She knows that Ling Xuewei is extremely unwilling to enter the palace, let alone the queen. position on the cusp.The intrigues and schemes of the women in the palace are even worse than those in court, how can Ling Xuewei, a woman as clean as a lotus flower, be able to adapt.What's more, Lu Youxi knew very well that Ling Xuewei's heart had long been placed on such a man.The emperor, marrying her as the empress is just obeying the empress dowager's will, to appease Prime Minister Ling so that she can return to court, and will not be favored by the daughters of the Ling family due to emotion and reason.

"Sister Lu." Ling Xuewei sat in front of the window, looked at the beautiful spring outside and said, "Let's finish embroidering that screen."

"Sister, how can this be done." With only two of them, Lu You's concubine followed Ling Xuewei's wishes and did not address her as a concubine.It's just how long will it be like this.

"Sister, that's my wish. You can't give up because of your upcoming status." Ling Xuewei smiled helplessly, and Haoyue and several other maids had already brought the embroidery frame in.

"Sister, your big day will be in half a month. I'm going to the palace soon, and I don't know when I will meet again, so I follow my sister's wishes and finish embroidering this screen." Ling Xuewei's tone It's full of sadness.

"Sister, you..." Lu Youxi was very emotional in her heart, she knew the pain in Ling Xuewei's heart, and had been thinking of a way to relieve it.

"Sister," Lu Youpin said with a smile on his face as if thinking of something, "Seven days later it will be the Hundred Flowers Festival, why don't we go for a walk?"

Ling Xuewei's gloomy eyes lit up in the past few days: "Okay, I'll find a way to get my father to let me go out." Finally, she whispered to herself: "Maybe, that will be the last time I appreciate such a scenery."

"Shengri seeks the fragrance of the Surabaya shore, and the boundless scenery is new for a while. When you know the east wind, it will always be spring." Nana's singing is tactful with the wind and goes straight to the blue sky. It has become a colorful and bright ten-mile brocade tent.Two carriages were driving back and forth on the path beside Lihu Lake. Under the ordinary gray-blue cover was the most common primary-colored wood for ordinary market carriages, which did not attract the attention of others at all.The horse pulling the cart also looks ordinary, but if there is an expert who understands horses, they can find that the horse is a rare Wanma, but it is not yet mature.A string of purple and gold wind chimes was hung in front of each of the two carriages, making crisp and crisp "ding ding" sounds along the way, which was really cheerful.

Ling Xuewei and Lu Youpin were sitting on these two carriages at this time. Although the carriages of the Ling Mansion were not luxurious, they all had the emblem of the Ling Mansion on them, which ordinary people could recognize at a glance.The Hundred Flowers Festival is a must-have festival for women in Beijing. On this day, there must be many relatives of high-ranking officials who go out to watch the scenery. The matter of the imperial court's appointment of the daughter of the Ling family as an empress has been widely circulated in Beijing, and even the common people in the market are talking about it.Not avoiding unnecessary "trouble" caused by riding her own carriage, Ling Xuewei asked the housekeeper to buy two of the most common carriages in the city for use.

After driving to the vicinity of Lihu, the carriage moved forward slowly with the flow of people and vehicles.The sun is shining brightly in spring, the spring grass on both sides of the road is a clear background, and the colorful petals are brilliant patterns, stretching endlessly in the melting light of spring.Numerous outing figures walked among the flowers and under the shade of willows, the sound of laughter, the sound of wearing rings, and the ringing of Luan bells echoed and flew into the blue sky.

"Miss Wei'er," a soft voice came from outside the carriage, it was Ru Yue, Lu You's personal maid.

The curtain of the car moved slightly, and a bright wrist belonging to a young woman came out and rolled up the curtain, and the faces of the people in the car with delicate light yellow makeup were shining brightly under the sunny day.

"What's the matter, elder sister Ruyue?" Haoyue looked at Ruyue and asked with a smile.

"My lady said that not far ahead is Huichun Pavilion in Lihu, do you want to rest there?" Ru Yue asked with a smile, her eyes fell on Ling Xuewei who was sitting behind Hao Yue.

"There are a lot of people going out of the city to enjoy the scenery today. I wonder if there are any vacancies in Huichun Pavilion at this time." Ling Xuewei's voice came from the sedan chair.After pondering for a while, he said: "Go and have a look first, if not, then make another plan."

As expected, there were a lot of people in Huichun Pavilion, all of them came to see the elegant demeanor of famous courtesans in Beijing, and there were also rich ladies who were kept in deep boudoirs, or sat on the mat wearing light gauze caps, or hidden in carriages Lifting an embroidered curtain, they watched curiously these wonderful women who had never seen them but often heard about them, and lived a completely different life from them.

"Miss," Haoyue and Ruyue, who had gone to inquire, came back with surprise and apprehension on their faces: "Today at Huichun Pavilion, the most famous courtesans in Beijing gathered, so... "

Ling Xuewei looked at the crowded crowd outside, and smiled faintly: "The weather is sunny today, let's find a grassland near the water and set up the curtains, and take a look at these women's demeanor by the way." Said and got out of the car Come on, under the feather satin cloak with emerald brocade in silver and white background is a red agate red spring swallow's skirt, with a double pair of mandarin duck ribbons hanging down, a blue silk head pulled low, and a hairpin with pearls and pearls inserted all over it, only one is slanted. Purple coral tassels and golden steps swing gently on the side of the stunning face that is beyond the world.

Haoyue hurriedly took out the smoky blue veiled cap and put it on Ling Xuewei's head, and helped her tidy up the small folds on the cloak.Over there, Lu Youxi also put on a milky white veiled hat, which matched her orange and honey-colored Willow Yiyi pleated skirt very well.

"Sister Lu, why don't we find a place to rest by the lake?" Ling Xuewei stepped forward to hold Lu Youxi's hand, and said softly.

"It's good. If you stay in the house with such a skylight, you won't be disappointed." As he spoke, he looked around, and there happened to be a large open space under a willow not far away. Lu You ordered his servants to go there Arrangement, let Kisaragi give pointers.I pulled Ling Xuewei to walk slowly by the lake.

The early spring wind brings a cool breath, gently caressing the long tulle of the young woman's veiled hat, the white gauze hanging from the brim of the hat is like a cloud of smoke in the evening, covering it softly, blocking the prying eyes of others, and making it more beautiful. The face behind the veil is like the divine light on the shore of Luoshui, looming and unreachable.

Ling Xuewei and Lu Youxi walked slowly hand in hand, the two did not speak, Lu Youxi's eyes fell on the Huichun Pavilion not far away, where the delicate figure of a woman and the bright light of gold hairpins and jade rings faintly flashed.Ling Xuewei, however, kept staring at the pool of spring water beside her, and her steps were not in a hurry, but with a thoughtful slowness.

Such a beautiful scenery, in a few days, I should not see it anymore... Ling Xuewei sighed slightly in her heart, subconsciously holding the purple jade pendant hanging from her waist, it was the only thing he left for herself that night Think about it.But this only thought will be cut off after a few days. The desolation and helplessness of "Xiao Lang is an old friend from now on" gradually rose from Ling Xuewei's heart, and gradually covered her whole body, she hesitated at her feet, and then fell half a step behind Lu Youxi.

"What's wrong with my sister?" Lu Youxi noticed the hesitation at Ling Xuewei's feet, and looked at her worriedly.

"It's nothing, sister." Ling Xuewei smiled back softly, her eyes also fell on the Jinlouxiu Pavilion in front of her, and she just swept across the pavilion to enter and exit the bustling crowd.

"A lot of young masters are here today." Ruyue had already arranged the resting place by the lake, chatted a few words with the maidservants of the nearby houses, and naturally got some news. "It seems that the demeanor of this beautiful woman is indeed what everyone wants to see."

Ling Xuewei smiled noncommittally, her mind was not on those beauties, but, if many rich and nobles would come, would he also appear here?Although I haven't seen it before, I believe I can recognize it with that feeling.However, if he really came here, it was just like others in order to see the demeanor of those beauties who are rarely seen by ordinary women, and it is inevitable that he will lose his impression in her heart.Thinking of this, Ling Xuewei felt strong expectations and a little sourness.I don't know whether I am looking forward to that person coming or not coming.

Naturally, Lu Youxi didn't notice Ling Xuewei's little struggle in her heart. After looking at Huichun Pavilion for a while, she turned her head and said to Ling Xuewei: "The famous prostitutes in Beijing are famous far and wide, especially the top girl in Cangchun Tower, even if I In Jiangning, I have heard a lot about it."

Ling Xuewei was in her boudoir, neither her father nor brother would talk about such a fireworks girl in front of her, so instead she was very unfamiliar with places like Cangchun Pavilion, and just looked at Lu Youpin, smiling gently and indifferently.

Naturally, Lu Youxi noticed it, so she stopped talking and walked towards the resting place with Ling Xuewei.

"Before sister enters the palace, do you have any wishes?" Lu Youxi asked suddenly.

Ling Xuewei was taken aback, "Wish..." she murmured, "What else can I wish for?"

Lu Youpin's thoughts tossed and turned for a while, but she finally said: "That young master... don't you want to see each other again?"

Ling Xuewei shook her head: "As soon as I enter the palace gate, it's as deep as the sea. I don't want to think about it anymore. It's a fate with no fruit, so what can I force?"

Lu Youxi nodded: "Yes, once you enter the palace, it's as deep as the sea, not to mention you are..." She didn't continue, but looked at her friend in front of her, and said firmly: "However, I I feel that no one else can be worthy of that position except you."

"Elder sister is joking, younger sister He Dehe Neng. It's just the result of the court battle." Ling Xuewei sighed, paused and said: "I don't want the emperor's favor, nor the prominent power, I believe the emperor will not Give me these. And the family background of the Ling family is behind me, so I believe that as long as I hide from the world, I can live a peaceful life." She laughed, and that smile was unexpectedly bright, against the burning peach and apricot beside her, Yiyi Bi Liu is like a strange glow flowing in the clear sky.

But deep in my heart, there is also a little unwillingness and regret.

If, just if, I could see him again, I would have no regrets.

"Your Majesty, what is this?" As soon as the morning court was over, Zhang Dehai brought refreshments to the Hall of Mental Cultivation, and saw the king standing by the window, who had changed into ordinary people's clothes by himself, and was lowering his head to arrange the ornaments on his waist.

"Isn't today the Hundred Flowers Festival, go out for a stroll." Shen Xiyao didn't care, as if he was talking about going to the imperial garden to enjoy the flowers.

"But..." Zhang Dehai hesitated for a moment, Shen Xiyao had a cold three days ago, and unfortunately his foot disease recurred, so he went to court by car these days.This suddenly wants to go out of the palace, but how to make it happen.

"But what?" The young emperor raised his head, with a faint but unquestionable smile: "I've been bored for the past few days, go out to get some air."

"Your majesty has not recovered from the cold, and the foot disease has not healed yet. The imperial doctor said that you need to rest in bed." Zhang Dehai knew that the emperor's decision would not change, and his own body knew what the condition was. At this time, he said that he would Leaving the palace, I'm afraid there is no discussion.But he still had the courage to speak out: "And today the Empress Dowager will enjoy the flowers with all the concubines, and celebrate the Hundred Flowers Festival in the palace, maybe..." Zhang Dehai did not continue, believing that the emperor understood.

"I told King Yu and a few ministers to enter the palace, and then I will say that I will discuss state affairs with King Yu and other ministers, and it is fine to go if you are not comfortable." Shen Xiyao straightened his black pussy head, and said with a sly smile: "such a queen mother I will not be called again."

"But..." What Zhang Dehai was worried about was actually the emperor's body. Today's weather is very good, suitable for going out for a walk, but Zhang Dehai was puzzled as to why he had to go outside the palace.But seeing that the emperor's expression was relaxed, but his eyes were determined, he knew that his mind had been made up, and nothing could change it.

"My feet are still a little inconvenient. You go and prepare a simple carriage, and I just go out to get some air." Shen Xiyao saw Zhang Dehai's thoughts, explained lightly, and added: "The most common one is fine, I don't want to show off .”

Zhang Dehai led the order. There are all kinds of carriages in the palace, but most of them are luxurious and noble. Naturally, Zhang Dehai knew that none of these carriages were available, so he found a newer one from the commonly used carriages purchased by the palace, and quickly rearranged the interior. The upholstery was changed, the seats were changed, and all the imprints that might have been used by the Ouchi were carefully removed, and the gray-blue cloth cover was replaced. Commonly used carriages are average.It's just that the horses can't be sloppy, and after thinking for a while, they selected two Dawan horses from the imperial garden, which was appropriate.At this time, the sun was already high, and Zhang Dehai hurried back to report.

Shen Xiyao seemed a little impatient to wait, but his expression was as usual, but the corners of his mouth were slightly tensed, which was a sign of his slight displeasure.

"Your Majesty, everything is ready." Zhang Dehai held on to the last hope that the emperor could change his mind.

"That's good, help me over there." Shen Xiyao threw down the scroll in his hand, with a longing look on his face.

Shen Xiyao didn't let Zhang Dehai drive, but ordered him to ride with him. After all, many high-ranking officials in the capital knew Zhang Dehai. If someone found out, they would naturally want to get the emperor's clothes.So I chose Xu Zhengyuan, the first-class bodyguard next to me, who would protect the emperor's side every time he wore his clothes, but it was only a secret, so the courtiers naturally didn't know it, so they were not familiar with it.

"Master, where are we going?" Zhang Dehai looked at the fleeting scenery outside the car window, not "casual strolling" as Shen Xiyao said, but obviously headed for a destination.

"Today is the Hundred Flowers Festival, so of course we are going to Lihu." Shen Xiyao wore a plain white robe with a gold peacock-pattern belt, and only the cuffs were tightly rolled with silver-embroidered azuki grass patterns, showing a hint of playfulness when he spoke And the relaxed smile made him even more handsome and handsome.

Zhang Dehai "promised", poured out a cup of green tea from the kettle carried in the car, and handed it to Shen Xiyao respectfully, and then opened the car curtain again.

Shen Xiyao held the teacup and didn't drink it. His eyes fell outside the car. Those small stalls selling rouge powder, food, jewelry and hairpins, and the curtains of juggling performances were dotted all the way without losing the opportunity, and there were also "Jiaoli makeup" , or put on "flower yellow", or "plum makeup", and beautiful women in handsome and romantic men's clothing, or walk on the side of the road with a smile, or show their moving faces from behind the curtained carriage window. style.Of course, there are noble sons in gorgeous brocade clothes, golden saddles and jade bridles, riding on five-flowered horses with extraordinary bearing, with proud smiles from rich children, chatting in twos or two, or striking up a conversation with women on the side of the road. A relaxed look.

Shen Xiyao slowly drank the tea in his hand, and also showed a brisk and bright smile. His eyes fell on the distance, where a pool of spring water was shining, and the soft sky was rippling.

On such a good day, will she wait in such a place with bright spring and beautiful scenery?

(End of this chapter)