Entertainment from Divorce

"Okay, I know a restaurant that serves delicious salted duck and duck blood vermicelli soup. Let's go there," Tan Yue suggested.

So, they followed the navigation on their mobile phones and came to an old restaurant near Confucius Temple.

The restaurant was bustling with people and business was booming.

They finally found an empty seat, sat down, and started ordering food.

"Boss, give me one serving of salted duck, one serving of duck blood vermicelli soup, and two servings of duck oil crispy sesame cakes." After Tan Yue skillfully ordered the dishes, he turned around and asked Chen Ziyu, "Do you want anything else?"

"No need, these are enough." Chen Ziyu shook his head and said.

After a while, all the dishes were served.

The first thing served was the salted duck. The whole duck was sliced ​​into evenly sized strips, with white skin and tender meat, fat but not greasy, making people salivate at the sight.

"Try this salted duck. It is said to be one of Jinling's signature delicacies." Tan Yue picked up a piece of duck meat and put it in Chen Ziyu's bowl.

Chen Ziyu took a bite and his eyes lit up immediately. He said, "Wow, it's delicious. The meat is so tender and there's no fishy smell at all."

Then, the duck blood vermicelli soup was served.

The soup is made from old duck, and is golden in color and has a fragrant aroma.

It contains various duck products such as duck blood, duck liver, duck intestines, etc., paired with smooth vermicelli, which greatly increases people's appetite.

"This duck blood vermicelli soup is so good. The soup is fresh and delicious, and the vermicelli is chewy." Chen Ziyu praised it while eating.

Tan Yue felt very satisfied as he watched Chen Ziyu eating with gusto.

He smiled and said, "Eat slowly, don't choke."

Finally, the duck oil crispy sesame cake was served.

The sesame seed cake is baked to a golden and crispy texture, sprinkled with sesame seeds, and exudes an enticing aroma.

Take a bite, it’s crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, leaving a lingering fragrance in your mouth.

"This sesame bun is so delicious, fragrant and crispy." After finishing a sesame bun, Chen Ziyu licked his lips with satisfaction.

The two of them ate their fill. After they walked out of the restaurant, Chen Ziyu patted his round belly and said, "Today's meal was so satisfying. The food in Jinling is really as good as it is said to be."

"Yes, we will come here to eat more delicious food if we have the chance in the future." Tan Yue said with a smile.

At this time, the sun is shining and the breeze is not dry.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue walked hand in hand on the streets of Jinling, feeling the unique charm of this city.

As dusk falls, the hustle and bustle of the day gradually fades away in Jinling City.

After taking a short rest in the hotel, Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue changed into light clothes and prepared to explore the night view of Weihe River. Chen Ziyu casually tied up her long hair, pinned a small pearl hairpin, and matched it with a lavender tulle cardigan;
Tan Yue put on a light grey casual shirt, and the two walked out of the hotel side by side. There was already a slight chill in the air.

"I heard that the night view of Wei River is as beautiful as a painting. I can't wait." Chen Ziyu said, reaching out and gently pulling the corner of Tan Yue's clothes.

Tan Yue smiled and took her hand into his palm: "That's right, this is one of the most charming places in Jinling, I'm sure you will be feasted for the eyes tonight."

They walked slowly along the street. The shops on the street lit up with warm yellow lights one after another. Various exquisite handicrafts and special snacks were displayed in the windows.

When passing by a stall selling sugar paintings, Chen Ziyu was attracted by the skilled craftsmanship of the master craftsman.

The old man held a spoon, scooped up the melted sugar juice, and quickly sketched it on the stone slab. After a while, a lifelike butterfly appeared before his eyes.

"Want one?" Tan Yue asked.

Chen Ziyu nodded, eyes sparkling: "I want a little rabbit!"

The old master started to make it with a smile, and soon, a crystal clear sugar rabbit was handed to Chen Ziyu.

She took a careful bite, and the sweet taste spread in her mouth: "It's so sweet, you should try it too." As she said that, she handed the sugar painting to Tan Yue's mouth.

Tan Yue took a small bite, and the two smiled at each other and continued walking towards the Wei River.

When the outline of the Wei River gradually appeared before his eyes, Chen Ziyu couldn't help holding his breath.

The river surface is sparkling, and the buildings on both sides are magnificent under the reflection of the lights. Red lanterns are hung between the eaves and corners, and the ancient charm is overwhelming.

The pleasure boat slowly passed by, and the lanterns on the bow swayed gently with the waves, as if traveling through a thousand years of time.

"It's so beautiful! It's just like a scene in a dream." Chen Ziyu exclaimed and quickly took out his mobile phone to take pictures.

Tan Yue stood behind her, holding her waist with both hands: "Don't worry, take your time, I'll help you find the angle."

They strolled along the river, admiring the beautiful scenery on both sides.

The temple on the other side of the river is brightly lit, and the carved beams and painted buildings appear more solemn and elegant in the night;
On the river, the melodious sound of guqin and graceful singing from the pleasure boats intertwined with the gurgling sound of the river, forming a moving piece of music.

"I heard that Wei River used to be a gathering place for scholars and writers, and many poems and songs were born here." Tan Yue introduced to Chen Ziyu as they walked.

Chen Ziyu listened intently: "Really? Then there must be a lot of stories here."

"Yes, the stories of the Eight Beauties of Qinhuai, such as Li Xiangjun and Dong Xiaowan, are all closely related to this place." Tan Yue said, pointing to an antique pavilion by the river, "Maybe they were in such a pavilion, reciting poems, painting, and playing music."

Chen Ziyu imagined those scenes, his eyes full of longing: "It would be great if I could travel back to ancient times and see the prosperous scene here with my own eyes."

Tan Yue scratched her nose and said, "It's pretty good now. We can feel the beauty of Wei River in our own way."

They walked to a stone bridge and stopped to admire the river view.

People come and go on the bridge, and tourists stop from time to time to take photos.

Chen Ziyu leaned on the bridge railing, staring at the pleasure boats on the river in a daze.

Tan Yue gently hugged her from behind, resting his chin on her shoulder: "What are you thinking about?"

"I was thinking, how happy I am to be able to see such a beautiful scenery with you." Chen Ziyu turned around and looked into Tan Yue's eyes and said.

Tan Yue's eyes became gentle: "Me too, as long as I'm with you, no matter where we are or what we do, I feel very happy." After saying that, he gently lowered his head and kissed Chen Ziyu on the forehead.

As the night deepens, pleasure boats are still coming and going on the river, but the lights on both sides of the river are even brighter.

Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue continued to stroll along the river, enjoying this rare tranquility and beauty.

When they passed by a teahouse, they smelled the aroma of tea. They went in and ordered a pot of Biluochun.

The teahouse was furnished with simple tables and chairs, with several ink paintings hanging on the wall, and several elderly people were leisurely playing chess. Chen Ziyu and Tan Yue found a seat by the window, looking at the Wei River outside the window, sipping the fragrant tea, as if time had slowed down.

"This tea is really delicious, with a refreshing fragrance and a sweet aftertaste." Chen Ziyu said after taking a sip of tea.

Tan Yue nodded: "Yes, it is even more interesting with the night view of Wei River."

After drinking tea, they continued on their way.

At this time, there are fewer tourists on the banks of the Wei River, and the streets seem even quieter.

Most of the shops on the street still had their lights on, and the lights in the windows made the two people's shadows very long.

Chen Ziyu suddenly stopped and pointed to a small shop selling lanterns on the roadside: "Ayue, let's buy two lanterns as a souvenir of this trip."

Tan Yue took her into the store, which was filled with various kinds of lanterns, including traditional rabbit lanterns, lotus lanterns, and novel cartoon lanterns.

Chen Ziyu picked a pink lotus lantern, and Tan Yue chose a blue carp lantern.

Holding lanterns, they continued walking towards the hotel.

On the streets, the dim street lights and the lanterns in their hands complement each other, creating a warm and romantic atmosphere.

When passing by a flower shop, Tan Yue suddenly let go of Chen Ziyu's hand and walked in. After a while, he came out holding a bunch of pink baby's breath.

"This is for you. It's just like the night view of Wei River, gentle and romantic." Tan Yue handed the flowers to Chen Ziyu.

Chen Ziyu took the flowers with a happy smile on her face: "Thank you, Ayue, this is the best gift I have ever received."

The two of them walked hand in hand on the streets of Jinling, holding lanterns.

The night breeze blew gently, bringing a hint of coolness, but it did not affect their mood at all.

The plane trees on both sides of the street cast mottled shadows under the illumination of street lamps. Occasionally, a few fallen leaves drift in the wind, adding a bit of poetry to this quiet night.

When the outline of the hotel appeared in front of him, Chen Ziyu slowed down his pace reluctantly: "Today has passed so quickly, I really hope time can stay at this moment."

Tan Yue put his arm around her shoulders and said, "We still have a lot of time in the future. We can go to more places together and see more beautiful scenery."

They walked into the hotel and took the elevator back to their room.

Chen Ziyu carefully placed the lanterns and flowers, then walked to the window and stared at the night view outside in a daze.

Tan Yue hugged her from behind: "Are you tired? Do you want to rest early?"

Chen Ziyu nodded, turned around and leaned into Tan Yue's arms: "I'm really happy today, thank you, A Yue."

Tan Yue kissed her on the forehead gently: "Silly girl, why are you thanking me? Go wash up quickly, we will have a more exciting journey tomorrow."

Chen Ziyu went to the bathroom with a smile, while Tan Yue sat on the edge of the bed, recalling every detail of the day.

Outside the window, the lights of the Wei River are still bright, the night view of Jinling City is still charming, and their story continues.

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The next day.

The sunlight is like a fine gauze, shining through the thin curtains of the hotel and quietly falling on the soft big bed.

Chen Ziyu woke up slowly, feeling a warm sensation beside him. He turned his head and fell into Tan Yue's smiling eyes.

"Good morning, Ziyu." Tan Yue's voice was still a little hoarse from waking up in the morning, but it inexplicably revealed a lazy sexiness. He reached out and gently stroked the messy hair on Chen Ziyu's forehead, his movements as gentle as if he was treating a rare treasure.

Chen Ziyu's cheeks flushed slightly, the corners of her mouth rose unconsciously, and she responded softly: "Morning."

As she spoke, she stretched lazily. The sunlight reflected on her fair skin, as if it was coated with a layer of light golden glow, and her whole body exuded the unique vitality of the early morning.

Tan Yue sat up, put his arms around Chen Ziyu, and gently rested his chin on her shoulder, his warm breath spraying on her ears: "Where do you want to go today? There are many fun places in Jinling, let's pick an interesting one."

Chen Ziyu tilted his head and thought for a moment, his eyes suddenly lit up: "I heard that the breakfast on Jinling Street is very unique. How about we go have breakfast first and then go to Changsheng Deer Garden? The deer there are so cute when I saw them online. I really want to touch them up close."

Tan Yue smiled and nodded, then kissed her gently on the cheek: "I'll listen to you. Everything is up to you."

The two quickly washed and packed up, then walked out of the hotel hand in hand.

In the early morning of Jinling City, the streets are gradually becoming lively. The elderly people doing morning exercises are in high spirits, the office workers are in a hurry, and the air is filled with the unique atmosphere of fireworks of this city.

Not long after they walked, a strong fragrance entered their nostrils.

Chen Ziyu looked in the direction of the aroma, and his eyes lit up instantly: "It's a shop selling pot stickers! I read in a guide that Jinling's beef pot stickers are particularly famous, I must try them."

Tan Yue took her hand and walked quickly over. They saw a line of neither too long nor too short waiting in front of the store door. Steam was rising from the steamer. The boss skillfully took out golden and crispy pot stickers and handed them to the expectant diners.

"Hello, two servings of beef pot stickers, please." Tan Yue said to the boss with a smile.

After a while, two servings of steaming pot stickers were brought to them.

Chen Ziyu couldn't wait to pick one up and took a bite. Instantly, the sweet soup flowed out from the corners of his mouth. The crispy and tender pot sticker skin was wrapped with the juicy beef filling, creating a delicious feast on the tip of his tongue.

"It's so delicious!" Chen Ziyu's eyes sparkled. He said this while chewing vaguely. He looked so adorable.

Tan Yue looked at her with a gentle smile on his face, and handed her a tissue: "Eat slowly, no one will snatch it from you."

As he spoke, he picked up a pot sticker and savored it carefully.

The crispy outer skin breaks between your teeth, and the aroma of meat fills the air. It is truly a Jinling specialty. One bite will fill you with a sense of happiness.

After eating the pot stickers, they found a small shop selling osmanthus dumplings on the street.

The small shop is filled with the sweet fragrance of osmanthus and the soft and glutinous aroma of glutinous rice balls.

"Give me a bowl of osmanthus glutinous rice balls, I want a pair." Chen Ziyu said to the boss.

After a while, a bowl of steaming osmanthus dumplings was served.

The snow-white glutinous rice balls are rolling in the deep red date soup, dotted with some golden osmanthus flowers. Just looking at them makes people salivate.

Chen Ziyu scooped up a glutinous rice ball and bit it gently. The soft and glutinous rice ball skin was filled with sweet sesame and red bean paste fillings, mixed with the aroma of osmanthus, which instantly spread in the mouth. It was sweet but not greasy, and warmed the heart.

"Wow, this is delicious too!" Chen Ziyu said to Tan Yue excitedly while eating, "Breakfast in Jinling is simply a food paradise, every dish is absolutely delicious."

Tan Yue looked at her satisfied expression and was filled with joy: "If you like it, eat more. We will come here often in the future." (End of this chapter)