Reborn Princess Chasing Her Husband Crematorium

After Shen Tan's wedding, it was the middle of winter. It was not wise to go to the north at this time. Therefore, this delay was directly until the beginning of spring.

The biggest news at the beginning of spring is that Wang Banxi is pregnant.

Not to mention Shen Tan, the entire royal family was immersed in joy. Shen Qing was also extremely happy. This was the first eldest grandson of the royal family. Emperor Wan Zhen was happy about this for several days.

The good news came out less than two months after their marriage, which shows that Wang Banxi is deeply loved by Shen Tan.

On the contrary to Wang Banxi, news spread that Ji Ningxin was unwell and needed to stay in bed for a long time since the beginning of spring. The Ji Mansion has been sending people to see Ji Ningxin, but no other problems can be found. It seems that Ji Ningxin is. Really sick.

Shen Qing was happy for Wang Banxi, because in this life, Wang Banxi and Shen Tan lived completely different lives.

Wang Banxi was not frail and sick, and even had a child, and Shen Tan did not die alone.

As for Ji Ningxin, Shen Qing didn't know, but maybe Tang Zongjiu's words came true and there was no need for her to take action.

Originally, the Wu sisters went with him, but because Wang Banxi was pregnant, they were worried and decided to stay in the imperial capital.

In this way, Shen Qing and others set off for the north.

Spring in the north is a vibrant picture that gradually unfolds.

After experiencing a long and cold winter, the earth seems to wake up from its deep sleep and put on a new look of green.

The sun shines through the sparse clouds and falls on the vast fields. The golden light interweaves with the green grass to form a beautiful picture.

The branches of the trees began to glow with a faint green color, and the buds poked their heads out from the bark, curiously looking at the world around them.

The breeze blows gently, bringing the fresh smell of earth and the alluring fragrance of distant flowers, making people feel like they are in a dreamy wonderland.

It took Shen Qing and his party less than a month to arrive at Ningbei City, the most prosperous city in the north, with a smooth journey.

Different from the small bridges and flowing water of Chunfeng City in the south, Ningbei City in the north is a magnificent city.

The tall and solid city wall is like an indestructible barrier. The texture of the masonry on the city wall has been eroded by wind and rain, but it is still as strong as ever.

The streets in the city are wide and straight, paved with bluestone, smooth and solid, with endless shops on both sides and various flags fluttering.

In the north, people riding horses can be seen everywhere. They wear gorgeous and diverse clothes and shuttle between bustling streets.

Ningbeicheng is surrounded by fertile farmland and orchards, where farmers work hard to grow various grains and fruit trees.

The Gusu family also has some properties in the north, so it is suitable to prepare a more elegant residence for Shen Qing and his party.

Before leaving Chunfeng City, Shen Qing once asked Boss Qin and Boss Ding what it was like in the north.

What they mentioned most was that all northerners speak with strength.

The so-called speaking with strength literally means speaking with strength. If you want to be the president of the Chamber of Commerce, then you must have the strongest strength to do it. Otherwise, even if you are Emperor Wan Zhen, no one will be convinced.

The reason why the North has become a one-spoken society is because of the rules of the Northerners' shopping mall. Whoever comes out on top in the final annual competition can become the president of the chamber of commerce for the next year. If one person can win every year, then whoever wins the annual competition will be the president of the Chamber of Commerce for the next year. This person has been there all year.

Therefore, several bosses in the south have never been able to gain a foothold in the north, because their skills are indeed inferior to others in terms of industries in the north.

Because the Ding family is in the clothing business, they have the most contact with the north. After all, the north is rich in cotton.

This time the Ding family sent Ding Yuhang, the son of Ding Rongda's younger brother, the head of the Ding family, to come with him to prevent Shen Qing and others from being deceived.

Originally, Ding Rongda asked his son Ding Yuchi to come, but he was afraid that his stupid son was not clear-headed, so he replaced him with a nephew who was more appropriate.

Ding Yuchi is a tall man who speaks and acts steadily and carefully.

Along the way, he introduced many things about the north to Shen Qing and others.

For example, although all the businesses in the northern chamber of commerce were under the same name, they paid taxes honestly and their lives were under the supervision of the court. There was never any talk of a local emperor, let alone the idea of ​​rebellion. Therefore, Emperor Wan Zhen has always been loyal to the north. Feel free to hand it over to the local authorities.

However, it is unknown how much of this money that should have belonged to the court was swallowed up.

Soon, the group of people arrived at the residence arranged for Shen Qing by the Gusu family.

The residences in the north are still named "Tang Mansion".

The entire Tang Mansion adopts civil structure, and the tall courtyard walls are made of thick rammed earth, which makes it appear strong and durable.

The courtyard walls are covered with blue-gray tiles, arranged neatly, exuding a sense of vicissitudes of time.

The gate faces south, with tall stone lions on both sides. Their eyes are wide and majestic.

When you walk into the courtyard, the first thing you see is a spacious courtyard.

The courtyard floor is paved with bluestone slabs, which are flat and smooth. There is a tall sycamore tree in the center of the courtyard, with lush branches and leaves, bringing a bit of coolness to the courtyard.

The courtyard is surrounded by cloisters that connect each room. The columns of the cloisters are carved with exquisite patterns, showing the exquisite skills of the craftsmen.

The main house of the house faces south and is the core building of the entire house.

It is tall and spacious, and the roof is covered with thick straw, which makes it warm in winter and cool in summer.

The doors and windows of the main house are carved with exquisite patterns, looking simple and elegant. The furnishings in the house are simple and practical. Most of the furniture is made of wood, which exudes a natural fragrance. Some calligraphy and paintings are hung on the walls, adding a bit of cultural atmosphere.

On both sides of the main house, there are some side rooms and side rooms, which are obviously for the servants to live in. Although they are side rooms, they are clean and tidy.

The patriarch of the Gusu family clearly said this residence was an "ordinary residence". Shen Qing really thought it was just an ordinary place, but he didn't expect it to be so "ordinary".

In any case, this was the wish of the Gusu family, and Shen Qing and his party settled down.

After everyone rested for a while, Shen Qing and Tang Zongjiu went to the downtown area to feel the wealth of Ningbei City.

At this time, it was time for thousands of families to turn on the lights and cook.

In the evening, the afterglow of the setting sun shines on the ancient prosperous street market, dyeing the shops, stalls and people on both sides of the street with a warm golden color.

The bluestone pavement on the street is still clean and tidy after a day of trampling, reflecting the light of the setting sun, like a golden ribbon running through the entire city.

Various lanterns are hung in front of the shops, some with exquisite patterns and some with auspicious sentences.

As night falls, these lanterns are lit up one by one, emitting a soft and warm light, adding a bit of mystery and romance to the streets.

The stalls are filled with a dazzling array of goods: colorful silks, exquisite ceramics, fragrant pastries, fresh fruits... The shouts of the vendors come and go, intertwined with the bargaining sounds of the customers, forming a unique song. symphony of the city.

After the day's work, the people walked out of their homes and went to the market.

They gather together in small groups to chat, or wander leisurely among the stalls, looking for their favorite products.

Children were playing among the crowd, and their laughter and running figures added a bit of vitality to this bustling street market.

As night falls, the lights in the street markets become brighter and brighter, and the crowds become denser and denser.

"What day is today? Why are there so many people outside?" Shen Qing was deeply attracted by this prosperous scene.

"Your Highness, you don't know?" Ding Yuhang asked.

"Today is the second day of February." Tang Zongjiu reminded from the side.

"Ah! Today is actually the second day of February!" Shen Qing has been on the road these days and has completely forgotten the time.

The dragon raises its head on the second day of February.

"Dragon" refers to the seven constellations of the Eastern Canglong among the twenty-eight constellations. At the beginning of the Mao month in mid-spring every year (Dou Zhizhidong), the "Dragon Horn Star" rises from the eastern horizon, so it is called "Dragon Heads Up".

The appearance of Canglong Qisu corresponds to the rainfall. The people of Xi State believe that the dragon is in charge of rainfall, and the rainfall determines the harvest, and the harvest determines people's living standards. The dragon has become the most important "totem" in the farming society. .

The Dragon Head Festival marks the growth of yang energy, the increase of rain, and the vitality of all things. It is a day to pray for good weather, drive away evil spirits and avoid disasters, and receive good fortune.

"Everyone will celebrate the Dragon Head Festival in the north all day long outside. The vendors are not closing and are looking forward to the next year's harvest." Ding Yuhang was also deeply attracted by this prosperous scene.

At this moment, there was a sudden noise ahead.

When Shen Qing heard this, he looked around and saw a high platform not far away that was nearly twenty feet high. On top of that high platform was a golden golden ball as big as a human head.

The next moment, a "dang-dang-dang-dang-dang-dang" sound of gongs was heard.

The people on the side ran towards the high platform one after another.

"It's started, it's started!"

"That's a golden ball of pure gold! The Chu family is still so generous this year."

"Such a big golden ball is worth tens of thousands of taels of gold, right?"

"No, I don't know which family will win this year."

"It is said that the first family to win the first prize at the beginning of the year will have smooth sailing until the end of the year and become the new president of the Chamber of Commerce in the coming year!"

"The Chu family has occupied this golden ball for several years, right?"

"It's been three years! The Chu family is full of talents. I think it will be their family this year too!"

"I'm also optimistic about the Chu family. Their strength is that they are better than others."

After hearing the general idea, Shen Qing glanced at Ding Yuhang.

"This is a tradition for northerners every year. During the Dragon Head Festival, a huge reward is set up, and then young disciples from various families compete for it. It is usually more than ten thousand taels, which indicates that there will be a lot of money in the coming year. Even if it is just a passerby, there will be a lot of money. Those with strength can also go up and grab it, you know, northerners speak with strength."

Shen Qing nodded and looked at the golden ball that glowed golden in the night.

"The people just said that winning the first prize in the first competition every year means that they are expected to be the president of the Chamber of Commerce this year?"

"Yes, this is just a metaphor, and it doesn't work every time, but the plan for the year lies in spring, and a good sign is a good start." Ding Yuhang explained.

"There are many competitions in the north?" Shen Qing asked next.

"Of course, northerners like competitions, and everything depends on competitions. If Your Highness wins the first place in all competitions this year, then even if you are not first in the competition at the end of the year, as long as you are in the top five, you will be the next one. President of the Chamber of Commerce.”

"I see..." Shen Qing looked at the golden ball with twinkling eyes. "I'll go." Tang Zongjiu glanced at Shen Qing and said.

"Junge, you understand me so well." Shen Qing smiled with crooked eyebrows, "They like competition, so let's beat them openly and win the Northern Mall!"

"Ah."

The fierceness of the northerners also aroused Tang Zongjiu's desire to win.

Men always have some inexplicable desire to win in some strange places.

Tang Zongjiu prefers the north to the smoky atmosphere of the south.

There’s nothing pretentious about it, just do what’s available.

There was another "clang, clang, clang, clang, clang".

"Come on, come on -!" A strong voice came from the ground next to the high platform.

A burly man wearing shorts on the upper body and large pants on the lower body, holding a gong in one hand and a wooden stick in the other, knocking and shouting.

"This year's prize is a pure gold ball! Worth fifty taels of gold!"

"hiss--"

Everyone gasped, fifty taels of gold, not fifty taels of silver!

At this time, the bottom of the high platform was already full of people. Different families were standing in different places and even wearing different colors of clothes.

In front of each family, there is a person, male or female.

They are all different in height, shortness, fatness and thinness.

"Look! That's the young master of the Chen family!"

"That's the lady from the Jin family! Miss Jin! Miss Jin! Miss Jin!"

There seemed to be many people in the crowd supporting Miss Jin, and there was a huge upsurge.

"Ah, Mr. Li! It's Mr. Li!"

"Look, Master Chu is here!"

As soon as they heard that someone from the Chu family was coming, the crowd seemed to be lively again.

"Master Chu! Master Chu! Master Chu!"

Shen Qing had never seen such a scene before, and was deeply shocked by the bustling scene.

She also truly experienced the northerners' pursuit of "strength."

"Quiet! Quiet! Quiet!" the big man shouted loudly.

"This competition to win the title of leader will be participated by six families: the Chen family, the Jin family, the Li family, the Chu family, the Zhou family, and the Zheng family. Who else wants to participate? Don't miss it if you pass by, anyone can!"

Everyone looked at each other and shook their heads.

These families are all famous families in the north, and these young ladies are also the leaders of the younger generation in the north. Even if the people in the north are martial arts, they cannot be rivals of these people.

The big man looked around, and when he saw no one raised his hand, he knocked on the gong.

"Then I declare—"

"I!"

Shen Qing's loud and clear voice came from the crowd.

She is wearing a grass-green Hunan skirt embroidered with twelve lake-colored plum blossoms, and her pretty face is bright and clear with a touch of powder.

This stunning face made everyone dumbfounded on the spot.

The key is that with such a small body, is it really possible for her to compete with those people?

"you?"

Even the big man had doubts: "Girl, this is no joke."

None of the young men who are preparing to play are strong and strong. Even the Miss Jin family is tall and has subtle but delicate muscles on her body.

On the other hand, Shen Qing, with her soft and frail appearance, how can she compare with others?

At this time, Tang Zongjiu took a step forward, blocking everyone's eyes from looking at Shen Qing.

As soon as Tang Zongjiu appeared on the scene with his jade-like and unparalleled appearance, all the women's eyes immediately lit up.

Men in the north are mostly rough, it's rare for the Chu family's young master to have a handsome and elegant figure, and Tang Zongjiu is even more elegant.

How can you not make everyone envious?

Shen Qing's little face suddenly poked out from behind Tang Zong's wine.

"My husband is signing up!"

She spoke delicately, and her soft voice made everyone feel numb.

However, when the word "husband" appeared, everyone felt disappointed.

It turned out to be a couple.

Tang Zong didn't mention anything about Heli after drinking, and Shen Qing naturally assumed it didn't exist.

Not only did the relationship between the two not become estranged, but it became even stronger than before.

The strong man glanced at Tang Zongjiu. Although Tang Zongjiu was very tall, his stature was smaller than the others present.

But they are guests after all, so since they are here, they will not treat others favorably.

"What's your surname, this young man?" the big man asked.

"My surname is Tang." Tang Zong said while drinking.

"Master Tang, are you going to participate in this competition?" the big man asked again.

"Yes." Tang Zongjiu nodded.

"Are you sure?" The big man paused, "You might get injured during the competition."

"Sure." Tang Zong said drunkenly.

At this time, many people on the side tried to dissuade him.

"Mr. Tang, although it is to please Madam, it is not worth it if it really hurts you."

"Yes, yes, we have many new and interesting things in Ningbeicheng tonight. Are you two here to have fun? There are other things that can please your ladyship."

"Yes, Master Tang. The young masters in the front are all very capable. The competition is very important to them. They will really get hurt."

"Forget it, Mr. Tang, my lady will definitely not want you to get hurt."

"Yeah, forget it."

Tang Zongjiu ignored the words of others, held Shen Qing's hand, and walked slowly towards several groups on the high platform.

Such a golden boy walked into the crowd, and everyone couldn't help but give way.

When the big man saw that the two people had really come over, he was unambiguous and said, "Bang——": "The Tang family is participating in the competition!"

As soon as these words came out, everyone's eyes couldn't help but drift towards the Tang family team, which only had two people.

Including several men and women who will be participating in the competition.

"Hmph, you don't overestimate your capabilities."

I don't know who sneered.

But this is also the voice of everyone present.

In order to please the madam, you really don’t want to be beaten down in a short while. Not only will you not be happy, but you will probably be embarrassed.

After all, there is a lake under the high platform.

It is not a good thing for such a handsome young man to become drowned.

"bang bang bang-"

After three gongs sounded, the strong man said loudly.

"Seize the leader on the Dragon Head Festival! The competition begins!"

With an order, everyone in the audience suddenly rushed to the high platform.

Tang Zong Wine is no exception.

Whether you are a master or not, you will know as soon as you take action.

Everyone saw that he was slightly thinner than the others, but his Qinggong and body skills were actually superior to everyone else.

He is a master!

This is the first reaction in everyone's mind.

At this time, several people who had jumped to the high platform shot at Tang Zongjiu at the same time!