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Tan Yue noticed her little movement, reached out and held her hand, gently stroked the back of her hand, and said softly: "It's only a few more stops away. I'll take you to eat the most authentic Begonia cake later."

When the subway arrived at the station, they followed the crowd out of the subway station.

As soon as you exit the station, the ancient atmosphere hits you.

At the entrance of Qilitang, a tall archway stands before your eyes, with the words on it written in vigorous and powerful strokes.

Chen Ziyu couldn't wait to pull Tan Yue into Shantang Street. There was a bluestone road under their feet, and on both sides were Jiangnan buildings with pink walls and black tiles. Red lanterns were hung under the eaves, swaying gently in the breeze.

The streets are bustling with all kinds of shops.

There are shops selling silk products, the soft silk has a charming sheen under the lights;
There are small shops filled with Suzhou embroidery, where every stitch and thread depicts the gracefulness of Jiangnan.

There are also snack stalls with fragrant aromas, attracting passers-by to stop.

Chen Ziyu was attracted by a shop full of exquisite small items. She walked into the shop, picked up a small ceramic cat ornament, and couldn't let it go.

Tan Yue walked up to her and saw that she liked it, so he bought it without saying a word.

"A gift for my little princess." Tan Yue handed the packaged ornament to Chen Ziyu, who happily kissed him on the cheek.

They continued walking forward and came to a crabapple cake stall.

The golden crabapple cake was steaming, dotted with red and green silk and melon seeds, looking very tempting.

Chen Ziyu bought two and took a bite. They were crispy on the outside and glutinous on the inside, sweet but not greasy. The aroma of the red bean paste spread in her mouth. She squinted her eyes in satisfaction: "It's so delicious. This is the taste of happiness."

Tan Yue looked at her with her mouth full of food, and lovingly took out a tissue to help her wipe the corners of her mouth.

Walking along Shantang Street, the sun has set before I knew it, and the sunset glow in the sky has dyed the sky into brilliant colors.

On the river, pleasure boats passed slowly by, and the lanterns hanging on the bows were reflected in the water, swaying with the waves.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue walked to the stone steps by the river and sat down. Looking at the beautiful scenery in front of them, Chen Ziyu said with emotion: "This place is like a moving ink painting. I really hope time can stop at this moment."

Tan Yue put his arm around her shoulders and whispered, "In the future, we will go to more beautiful places together and leave more beautiful memories."

As the sky gradually darkened, the night view of Qilitang became more and more charming.

The buildings on both sides of the river lit up with colorful lights, and the red lanterns and neon lights complemented each other, making the entire Shantang Street look like a dream.

There are more and more people on the streets, and it is bustling and lively.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue continued to move forward with the crowd and came to a stone arch bridge.

Standing on the bridge and looking down, the river is sparkling, pleasure boats are shuttling through it, and the tourists on the boats are laughing and talking happily.

The buildings in the distance, illuminated by the lights, look like beautiful palaces in a fairyland.

They got off the bridge and walked into a teahouse by the river.

The teahouse is furnished with quaint tables and chairs, and on the table is a scented candle, emitting a faint fragrance.

The two found a seat by the window and ordered a pot of Biluochun.

The aroma of tea rises and fills the air.

Chen Ziyu picked up the teacup and took a sip. The sweet fragrance of tea spread in her mouth. She looked at the night view outside the window and said, "Drinking tea and watching the scenery here makes me feel relaxed."

Tan Yue nodded and reached out to hold her hand: "As long as you like, we will come often in the future."

When we came out of the teahouse, it was already very late at night.

There was still a constant stream of people on the streets. Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue slowed down their pace and enjoyed this quiet and beautiful night.

They passed by a bar and heard melodious singing coming from inside.

Chen Ziyu stopped and looked inside through the glass window. The resident singer was holding a guitar and singing a love song passionately.

Tan Yue saw what she was thinking and asked, "Want to go in and listen?" Chen Ziyu nodded a little embarrassedly.

Walking into the bar, the lights inside are dim and soft, full of a romantic atmosphere.

They found a corner and sat down and ordered two cocktails.

Chen Ziyu picked up the wine glass, looked at the brilliant colors in the glass, shook it gently, took a sip, and the sour and sweet taste spread in his mouth.

The singer's voice flowed slowly, Tan Yue stood up and stretched out his hand to Chen Ziyu: "Can I ask this beautiful lady to dance with me?" Chen Ziyu's cheeks flushed, she put her hand on his, and followed him to the center of the dance floor.

Under the dim lights, they danced gently to the rhythm of the music.

Chen Ziyu leaned in Tan Yue's arms, listening to his strong heartbeat, feeling his warm embrace, her heart filled with happiness.

At this moment, it seemed as if there were only the two of them in the whole world.

When we came out of the bar, it was almost midnight.

On the streets of Qilitang, the crowds gradually dispersed, leaving only a few tourists.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue walked hand in hand on the quiet street.

The street lights stretched their shadows very long, sometimes overlapping and sometimes separating.

They stopped and looked back at the street full of memories.

Chen Ziyu leaned on Tan Yue's shoulder and said softly, "I'm really happy today. Thank you for bringing me to such a beautiful place."

Tan Yue lowered his head and kissed her forehead gently: "As long as you are happy, I will be satisfied. In the future, I will take you to see more beautiful scenery and create more memories for us."

The moonlight shines on them, Qilitang sleeps quietly in the night, and Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu gradually blend into the charming scenery in the gentle night of this Jiangnan water town, becoming the most moving color in the night view of Qilitang.

Qilitang, shrouded in night, is like a flowing ink painting, exuding a charming ancient charm.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu held hands and strolled on the stone road that had been polished smooth by time, feeling the unique tenderness and tranquility of the Jiangnan water town.

The street lanterns lit up one by one, and the yellow light sprinkled on the water, sparkling and reflecting the quaint buildings on both sides, as if bringing them back to the old times thousands of years ago.

"Ayue, it's so beautiful here." Chen Ziyu exclaimed softly, his eyes full of intoxication.

Tan Yue held her hand tightly and said with a smile, "Yes, it's like walking into a poem. Are you tired after playing all day? Do you want to find a place to sit for a while?"

Chen Ziyu shook his head. "I'm not tired. I want to see more. It's such a beautiful place. I really want time to stop at this moment."

They walked slowly along the Shantang River, passing by one specialty shop after another, and occasionally stopped to admire the exquisite handicrafts in the shops.

Chen Ziyu was attracted by a hand-embroidered handkerchief. The delicate needlework and lifelike flower and bird patterns made her love it. Tan Yue saw her thoughts and bought it for her without hesitation.

Chen Ziyu happily put the handkerchief on her cheek, with happiness shining in her eyes.

As they walked, they came to a small stone arch bridge. Looking over the railing, they saw a cruise ship approaching slowly in the distance, and the bell on the bow made a crisp sound.

Chen Ziyu pointed at the cruise ship excitedly and said, "Ayu, how about we go on a cruise ship too? It will definitely be a different view to see Shantang Street from the water."

Tan Yue smiled and nodded, "Okay, I'll listen to you."

The two boarded the cruise ship, and as the ship moved slowly forward, the breeze brushed their faces, bringing with it a hint of moisture.

Chen Ziyu leaned on Tan Yue's shoulder, watching the lights and the scattered houses on both sides of the river recede into the distance, feeling very contented.

At this time, the melodious sound of Suzhou Pingtan came from somewhere, and the soft Wu dialect echoed in the night sky, adding a bit of romance to the night.

After the cruise, they were a little tired, so they took a taxi back to the hotel.

The hotel room was warmly and comfortably decorated. Tan Yue prepared the bath water for Chen Ziyu. After a simple wash, the two of them lay on the bed hugging each other and soon fell into a sweet dream.

Early the next morning, the sunlight shone on their faces through the gaps in the curtains, and Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu slowly woke up.

After a simple breakfast, they took a taxi to the mountain temple.

Along the way, Chen Ziyu was reciting "Night Mooring at Maple Bridge" in a low voice: "The moon sets, crows cry, frost fills the sky, maples on the river bank and fishing fires face me in sorrow. Outside Gusu City, the bell of Hanshan Temple reaches the passenger ship at midnight."

"Ziyu, when we get to the mountain temple later, let's go and ring the big bell to get some blessings." Tan Yue said to Chen Ziyu with a smile.

Chen Ziyu's eyes lit up, "Great, I heard that the sound of the mountain temple bells can help people get rid of their worries and have a peaceful new year."

The car stopped outside the mountain temple. As soon as they got out of the car, they saw the ancient yellow walls and black tiles, which exuded solemnity and majesty.

When you enter the mountain temple, the first thing that catches your eye is the Hall of the Four Heavenly Kings, filled with the smoke of incense and believers praying devoutly with their hands folded.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu also bought incense and candles, and followed the example of others, burning incense and praying for blessings.

Chen Ziyu closed her eyes and made a silent wish in her heart, hoping that she and Tan Yue would always be happy and that their family would be healthy and safe.

Next, they came to the Main Hall, which was solemn and dignified, surrounded by corridors.

The Main Hall is also very popular. It is said that after Zhang Ji failed the imperial examinations many times, he passed by a mountain temple and wrote "Night Mooring at Maple Bridge". After that, he took the imperial examination again and actually passed.

Therefore, on the eve of every exam, there are always many parents bringing their children to worship Buddha and pray, hoping that they can be on the list of successful candidates like Zhang Ji.

Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu admired the Buddha statues and buildings in the temple while listening to the tour guide's explanation.

They learned that the founder of the mountain temple was Hanshan, and that the mountain temple was dedicated to Hanshan and Shide. According to folklore, the two of them were collectively called "the two immortals of harmony". In the main hall, on the wall behind the Tathagata Buddha, there were stone portraits of Hanshan and Shide, which made them feel very novel.

Going further in, Han Shiquan, Wen Zhong Pavilion and the Ancient Stele Corridor appear before your eyes one after another.

Hanshiquan, also known as Hehequan, is actually a locked well, but in the long river of history, it has been given special significance.

In the ancient stele gallery, there are displayed "Night Mooring at Maple Bridge" written by painters and calligraphers from various dynasties. This poem, after thousands of years, still fascinates countless people. The bell of the mountain temple has also haunted countless literati and scholars for thousands of years.

"Ayue, look at these calligraphy works, some are elegant, some are vigorous, and each one has a unique charm." Chen Ziyu said, pointing to the words on the stele.

Tan Yue nodded. "Yes, the writing skills of the ancients are really admirable. This poem "Mooring at Maple Bridge at Night" has become more charming because of the writings of these famous writers."

They stayed in the ancient stele corridor for a long time, savoring each piece of calligraphy carefully.

Afterwards, they came to the bell tower and looked at the ancient bell. Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu smiled at each other, then pulled the rope together and rang the bell.

"Dong-dong-dong" the loud bell sounds echoed in the temple, as if dispelling all the worries in their hearts.

After coming out of the mountain temple, they rested for a while and then went to the garden temple.

Yuan Temple is located at No. 18, Xiyuan Lane, Liuyuan Road. It is a Buddhist temple with a long history and also a place full of life.

As soon as he entered the garden temple, Chen Ziyu was attracted by a group of cute cats.

They either lie lazily on the ground basking in the sun, or play among the flowers, adding vitality and vigor to this ancient temple.

"Ayue, come and see, these cats are so cute." Chen Ziyu ran over excitedly, squatted down and gently stroked a ginger cat. The ginger cat squinted its eyes comfortably and made a purring sound in its throat.

Tan Yue also came over and said with a smile: "The cats here are well taken care of and they all look plump."

They followed the cat as it strolled through the temple, and before they knew it they had arrived at the pond for releasing animals.

There are many koi in the release pond, colorful, swimming happily in the water.

Someone was feeding the fish by the pond, and the koi fish gathered around and scrambled for the food, creating a very lively scene.

Chen Ziyu also bought a bag of fish food and started feeding the koi with Tan Yue.

Looking at the cute koi fish fighting for food, the two couldn't help but laugh out loud.

In the garden temple, they also visited the Main Hall, Arhat Hall and other buildings.

The Buddha statues in the main hall are so solemn and kind that people can't help but feel awe.

The five hundred Arhats in the Arhat Hall are of different shapes and lifelike, and each Arhat has his own unique story.

While visiting the temple, Tan Yue and Chen Ziyu listened to the tour guide's explanation of the stories of Arhats and could not help but marvel at the profoundness of Buddhist culture.

Before they knew it, it was noon. They came to the vegetarian restaurant in the garden temple, ready to taste the vegetarian food there.

There were many people in the vegetarian restaurant, but everything was in good order.

They found a seat, sat down, and ordered some signature vegetarian dishes.

After a while, all the dishes were served, including stir-fried seasonal vegetables, vegetarian noodles, etc.

Although these vegetarian dishes are all made with vegetarian food, they are very similar to real meat dishes in appearance and taste, which makes people praise them highly.

"Ayue, I didn't expect vegetarian dishes could be so delicious." Chen Ziyu picked up a piece of "vegetarian spareribs" and put it in his mouth to taste it carefully.

Tan Yue smiled and said, "Yes, this vegetarian meal is very particular. It must not only taste good, but also have a certain meaning. After eating this vegetarian meal, I feel that my body and mind have become pure."

While eating vegetarian food, the two shared their experiences of the morning's trip.

They were deeply impressed by the sound of the mountain temple bells, the cats in the garden temple and the tranquility and peace of the ancient temple.

This trip to Suzhou not only allowed them to appreciate the beautiful scenery of Jiangnan, but also allowed them to find a moment of tranquility and inner peace in their busy lives.

After eating vegetarian food, they wandered around the temple for a while, feeling the warmth of the afternoon sun and the peaceful atmosphere of the temple.

It was not until the sun set that they reluctantly left Saionji Temple and prepared to return to the hotel to put an end to this fulfilling and wonderful day.

It was not until the sun set that they reluctantly left Xiyuan Temple and prepared to return to the hotel to put an end to this fulfilling and wonderful day. (End of this chapter)