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Chapter 15: First Meeting with Nian Qiuyue

I woke up early the next morning and took a walk in the garden. The layout of the pavilions and towers in the camp, the combination of rockery and ponds, the planting of flowers and plants, the boundaries of the corridors, and the layers of distant and near views were all focused on the word "beauty".

On the top of the rockery, among the pine and cypress trees, there is only a table, a bench and a stone.

In my imagination, after a break from military service, the prince would sing long songs, white cranes would dance beside him, cicadas would chirp in the distance, the lotus breeze would deliver the fragrance, and the bamboo dew would drip with clear sounds.

In such an environment, why worry about not being able to read books or write poems?

The independent courtyard separated by the flower wall on the east side has a unique brick eaves in the shape of a scroll. The flowers inside are in full bloom, and the beauty is like the shyness of a beautiful girl.

Li Yan wanted to forget about worldly affairs for a moment, read quietly here, and enjoy this elegant and quiet atmosphere. Walking in the garden, the scenery in his eyes was really beautiful.

We came to a covered bridge, and the vermilion bridge railings were reflected in the water, like a rainbow in the sky.

The cultural landscape of Hangzhou in later generations is more refined than it is now, but the hustle and bustle of people has destroyed the natural beauty. Li Yan wanted to visit Hangzhou in his previous life. His biggest wish was to find a small courtyard by the West Lake, take a walk by the lake every evening, and watch the mist rising from the lake in the morning facing the rising sun.

Unfortunately, I am short of money and busy with studies, so it can only be a dream.

Now the Imperial Envoy's Headquarters is located in the best position, from here you can overlook the whole Hangzhou, the beautiful scenery of West Lake, the mountains in the distance, and the green water nearby.

In midsummer, the lotus flowers on the surface of West Lake are in full bloom. The Lotus Pavilion is not only the best place for summer, but also for all seasons. If you look down from a high place, you can see the pavilion emerging from the water, just like a lotus emerging from the water; the eaves are protruding, like a phoenix flapping its wings to fly; the red pillars are upright, and they remain the same after several years; the base is white like jade, as if the winter snow has not melted, and it is still spring.

This scene clearly shows that the lotus is competing with the lotus flowers in the pond for beauty, and is trying to use Xizi as the green leaves.

"When I think of Jiangnan, I miss Hangzhou the most. I look for osmanthus flowers in the moonlight in the mountain temple and watch the tide from my pillow in the county pavilion. When will I visit again?" In this scene, Li Yan softly recited the best poem he could remember.

Aldo praised from the side: "Well, Master Shi's poems are well written and even better recited. I have never desecrated books before, but I feel happy listening to them!"

"Haha, Aldo, this is not written by me. This is the poem "Remembering the South of the Yangtze River" by Bai Juyi, a poet from the Tang Dynasty. How about it? It has a beautiful artistic conception, right?"

Aldo scratched his head and said with a smile: "Well, this Tang Dynasty man wrote well, and you, Master Shi, read well too."

As the two were talking, the guard came to report: "Master Ten, the captain of Hangzhou, Nian Yao, wants to see you!"

Li Yan smiled. Nian Xunyao was a man who was good at seizing opportunities. He was extremely ambitious. Since he had shown goodwill yesterday, how could he let go of this opportunity? He ordered, "Let him in!"

"嗻"

After a while, Nian Xianyao came in with the guards and threw Qianer to the ground: "The servant Nian Xianyao greets the Tenth Master and congratulates him here."

"Oh! Yao, get up quickly!"

"Why are you so happy?"

Nian Xunyao said with a smile, "I have received news from the capital that because of the meritorious service of the Tenth Master in providing relief to the disaster victims during his inspection tour in Jiangnan, the Emperor has decreed that the Tenth Master shall be conferred the title of Duke of Dun. From today on, I will call you the Prince."

"Really? Why didn't I get the message?"

Li Yan said happily, this is the prince, it was so easy to be promoted. I heard that other brothers didn't have this. He is the only one except the crown prince, and he was one step ahead of other princes.

"Hey, hey, hey."

Li Yan rubbed his hands excitedly. He didn't do anything. How could he feel embarrassed?

Nian Xunyao looked very proud: "According to the date, it was the time when you, Master Shi, were on your way from Suzhou to Hangzhou, but the messenger did not meet you. I also got the news in advance from the military post, so I wanted to take advantage of Master Shi's happiness and prepared a celebratory dinner for you. Master Shi, you must come and enjoy it!"

"Haha, Nian Nian Yao, I'm a little tired of all the big and small banquets I've been attending recently. Even when I burp early in the morning, my mouth is full of the smell of alcohol. Now, Master Ten, I don't want to attend any big banquets. I just want to eat some home-cooked dishes picked from Hangzhou to change my taste!" After Li Yan finished speaking, he looked at Nian Nian Yao with a clear look in his eyes and said suggestively.

Nian Xianyao thought for a moment and said, "In that case, I will not hide it from you, Tenth Master. Xianyao has lived in Hangzhou for a long time, and my sister is a good cook. If Tenth Master does not mind my humble abode, I would dare to invite you to visit me."

"Hahaha how come?"

"Xun Yao, although you are Fourth Brother's disciple, but in Hangzhou, we are no different. There is no such thing as disdain. If you continue to be so polite, I will be unhappy!"

"Let's go to your house today and have a couple of drinks!" Li Yan smiled happily. It is said that well begun is half the success.

Li Yan felt Tang Bohu's happiness and got closer and closer to Sister Qiuxiang. His mood today was very different, very different!
Nian Xunyao was also overjoyed. The Tenth Master was now the first among all the princes to be honored as a prince. He went home the day after arriving in Hangzhou. Among his fellow princes in Hangzhou, who would dare to look down on him?

The two chatted all the way to Nian Xianyao's home, a slightly exquisite courtyard, not far from the headquarters and close to the West Lake. Nian Xianyao was not yet rich at this time, and there was only a sister and two servants at home.

Li Yan's arrival put everyone busy, and soon the table was filled with wine and food, including Longjing shrimp, West Lake vinegar fish, Dongpo pork, Song Sao fish soup, Hangzhou braised duck, fish head tofu, dense sauce hot pot, and West Lake water shield soup.

They are all famous specialties of Hangzhou!

However, Li Yan's mind was not on the food at all. He had been here for a long time but didn't see the person he wanted to see, so he asked, "Your sister made all this?"

Nian Xianyao smiled and nodded: "Yes, my sister usually takes care of the housework at home, these are her specialties, please taste them, Master Shi."

"Xun Yao, there are no outsiders here, why don't you ask your sister to come out and introduce them to me? I am also looking forward to these special dishes of Hangzhou!"

Nian Yao said politely: "My sister is a country girl and does not know etiquette. If I have offended you, Master Shi, please forgive me."

"No visit, you are not a stranger, why are you being polite!"

Li Yan was anxious and angry.

Old man, why are you talking so much nonsense? Why don't you call your sister out? I want her to bump into you. The more she bumps into me, the happier I will be. I will definitely tolerate her, and tolerate her a lot.

After a while, a woman in her twenties walked in and immediately attracted Li Yan's attention.

She is tall, with picturesque features, a round oval face, dark eyes, a lively look, rosy cheeks, and a youthful and lively aura.

Her eyes are filled with spring water like the flowing waves, her spirit is like a virgin standing still on a spring mountain, and a jade phoenix hairpin is inserted diagonally in her long black hair like a waterfall.

Clear and bright pupils, dark eyebrows like distant mountains, eyes like stars, long eyelashes trembling slightly, fair and flawless skin with a faint pink, and lips of moderate thickness as tender and juicy as rose petals.

The emerald green shirt and misty pleated skirt, her every frown and smile is full of tenderness, and her eyes reveal all kinds of charm!
Breathtakingly beautiful
Li Yan swallowed his saliva unconsciously. This was definitely the most beautiful woman he had ever seen in his life!

This is Nian Qiuyue. She is like a plum blossom that blooms proudly in the snow, standing in a quiet valley, blooming peacefully and gracefully, with a gentle and peaceful look in her eyes, looking back and looking around like a pretty girl from the south of the Yangtze River, but with a hint of stubbornness in her eyes, and with the trance-like charm of a northern girl.

The lotus emerges from the clear water, naturally carved!
"Master Shi, this is my younger sister, Nian Qiuyue!"

After Nian Gengyao finished speaking, he turned around and said to Nian Qiuyue, "Qiuyue, come and meet the Imperial Envoy, the Tenth Prince of Dun County!"

Nian Qiuyue bent her slender waist slightly, placed her hands on her left side, bowed slightly, and opened her red lips: "Qiuyue greets the Tenth Prince!"

She secretly glanced at Li Yan and saw that Li Yan was looking at her, like a frightened little rabbit, with his head lowered and a blush on his face.

Beautiful smile, beautiful eyes!
This really made Li Yan, a man who had experienced a lot, couldn't help but feel his heart beating fast. He had never experienced such a feeling in his life!
I have never experienced such a heart-pounding feeling with Yang Shuting, Li Mengyao, or even Teacher Yan.

Li Yan suddenly had an epiphany, it seemed that the purpose of his coming here was to save this woman, not to mention becoming an emperor or having wealth.

Even fundraising for disaster relief is not important, the only thing he has eyes for is this girl!

"Master Ten! Master Ten!"

Nian Gengyao called out softly twice, waking Li Yan from his fantasy. Fortunately, Nian Gengyao pushed him.

Li Yan just had a thought: since the first time I saw you, I have even thought of what to name our child.

"Miss Qiuyue, please stand up. I am sorry for disturbing you by coming here today!" Li Yan touched his face with his hand. When he raised his head again, he had regained his composure and responded calmly.

At this time, he must not show his pig-like face and offend the beauty. Although he is a prince, handsome, young, rich, and elegant, and has Nian Gengyao to make the decision, he does not want to leave a bad impression on Nian Qiuyue.

Nian Gengyao was stunned for a moment, and suddenly he felt that the Tenth Master, who had been easy-going and indifferent just now and smiled at him, suddenly became polite and gentle, emitting an invisible bookish aura, and he looked very different!

And my sister no longer has her usual fierce and willful personality, and her voice has become gentler. Compared to usual, she is like a different person!

Looking at the handsome but gentle Tenth Prince, and then looking at the girl who looked like a lady, Nian Gengyao smiled gently and shook his head!

"It is a blessing for Qiuyue and her brother to have you visit my humble home. Qiuyue can do nothing else but cooking in the kitchen. I hope you won't despise me!"

After that, Nian Qiuyue introduced the various delicacies on the table to Li Yan. As she talked about the various dishes, she also interspersed some celebrity anecdotes in between.

(End of this chapter)