The rich and noble peasant daughter
Chapter 158 Make up your mind, the epiphyllum blooms
Chapter 158 Make up your mind, the epiphyllum blooms
Hong Xing shook her head, a little aggrieved, "I won't leave, if I leave, who will serve the miss. Miss, you have been spoiled and spoiled since you were a child, how could you suffer so much?"
Yun Xi silently watched her act, her acting skills were not so good, she perfectly portrayed the image of an impulsive, outspoken but loyal maid.In addition, they grew up together since they were young, so they understand Su Wan's thoughts very well, so it's no wonder that Su Wan is played around by her.
Su Wan's eyebrows showed just the right amount of worry, "Hongxing, I've been out for so long, and I'm a little worried about grandpa. So go back and help me see grandpa, and send a letter to him by the way. You know that the only person I can trust now is you."
After hearing the letter, Hongxing's eyes flashed, and she nodded vigorously, "Okay, as long as the lady needs me, whether it's going up the mountain of swords or going down into the sea of fire, I will definitely help her complete it."
Yun Xi grumbled coolly at the side, "It's just sending a letter, don't make it look like you're going to die."
Hong Xing's face darkened, and she didn't say anything in the end.
It was rare for Yun Xi to cooperate with Su Wan's actions, and prepared pens and ink for her. Hong Xing saw it in her eyes, and a trace of resentment and puzzlement flashed deep in her eyes.
Yun Xi guessed that this person must have doubts in her heart, why Su Wan suddenly shook hands with her and made peace after only a while.
After Su Wan finished writing the letter, she put the letter in an envelope and told Hongxing to deliver it to her grandpa and not let anyone see it.
Hong Xing naturally made all kinds of oaths that she would protect the letter with her life, and then dragged Su Wan to chatter in the corner.
Then he left with a look of reluctance.
After Hong Xing left, Su Wan's worried expression turned indifferent.She silently watched Hong Xing's disappearing figure, making it impossible to guess what she was thinking at this time.
"Did she tell you just now, don't be fooled by me, a bad guy? What words did you use to win her trust?"
Su Wan nodded, "I lied to her and said that the two of us have reached a cooperation. You will teach me how to make Mingyue like me, and you will help me enter the Wen family. And I must pay at least 1 taels of silver. .”
The corner of Yun Xi's mouth twitched, "1 taels is too little! I can sell a pot of peonies for more than that price. My help is not that cheap."
Su Wan smiled, "Anyway, she just believes it. But I also told her that I will be on guard against you, and I won't do whatever you say."
When she was separated from the bureau, she realized that her past self was so funny.She made herself so that only Hong Xing was left by her side, and was easily played by her in the palm of her hand.
Yun Xi asked softly: "Are you really not afraid that she will drop the letter?"
Su Wan tickled the corner of her mouth and said, "Actually, I didn't write anything in that letter at all, but just wrote a bunch of numbers. If Hongxing opened it, she would definitely think that I used this method Pass some information to grandpa that she can't understand, after all, I used to play this kind of game with grandpa when I was young."
She lowered her eyelids, and her beautiful face showed a different kind of beauty because of the faint expression, "She will definitely not let this letter fall into Grandpa's hands. With her temperament, she should copy my handwriting and rewrite it." A letter in her favour."
"Aren't you afraid that your grandfather really believed her forged letter?"
Su Wan smiled, her smile was calm and confident, "So before that, I have to send my real letter to Grandpa."
She smiled like a flower, and her demeanor at this time was a bit like the "Orchid Fairy" praised by everyone in the capital. "I wonder if County Lord Du is willing to lend me another pen and paper?"
"Stick what you want, but don't dare to follow it."
Yun Xi looked at Su Wan who seemed to have transformed all of a sudden, and had a faint intuition: when Su Wan returned to the capital, there might be new disturbances.She was inexplicably looking forward to it.
……
After Su Wan wrote a new letter, she picked up a wooden whistle and blew it, then a figure suddenly jumped out from the corner.
That person had an ordinary face and no distinctive features. He belonged to the kind who would be overwhelmed if placed in the crowd, making it hard to remember.
Su Wan handed the letter to him, and solemnly asked him to deliver it to Grandpa as soon as possible.
Then after he left, he stood there for a while, then turned to Yun Xi and said, "Can I see Mingyue? At least I have to apologize to her for my previous rudeness."
Between her eyebrows and eyes, it seemed that some of the burden that had been oppressing her had been lifted, and she looked a lot lighter.
Yun Xi raised her eyebrows, "Of course."
Su Wan smiled slightly, "Thank you."
Yun Xi led her to meet Mingyue, and when she passed, Mingyue was still chirping and bickering with Yunyao from time to time.Every time the bickering failed, Yunyao had to call her senior sister.When she heard the footsteps, she turned her head, and before she had time to break out into a big smile, she saw Su Wan beside Yun Xi, and her face immediately turned down.
Yun Xi stepped forward and pinched her cheek, and said with a smile, "Talk to Miss Su, and I'll take you out to play later."
The promise to go out to play made Mingyue's complexion a little better. Although she still looked unhappy, she still obeyed obediently.
Although Yan Ling didn't like Su Wan, she wouldn't hold Yun Xi back. She dragged Yi Yun who wanted to say something, and went out directly.
Anyway, this is their territory, so Su Wan dare not bully Mingyue.
Su Wan is not a fool, she just trusted Hong Xing too much in the past, the maid who accompanied her since she was a child, and now she is a fascination with the authorities. She naturally also saw that other people were wary of her. Although her heart was a little sour, she could understand their thoughts.
Yun Xi dragged a group of people straight out of the courtyard, giving the two of them a space to talk.She also briefly talked about Hongxing.Speaking of which, a large part of their disgust towards Su Wan was Hong Xingla's hatred.
After such an explanation, although Yanling and Yiyun didn't feel relieved immediately, they didn't hate her as much as before.
"However, I can't even tell that my confidant is someone else's nail. Unfortunately, those people in the capital say that she never did, so she is obviously a fool." Yan Ling said.
The corner of Yun Xi's mouth twitched. She felt that Yan Ling, who was always duped by her younger sister Yan Xi, didn't seem qualified to be called stupid.
After discussing, everyone came to a consensus that the people who serve around you really need to pay attention.
About a quarter of an hour later, Su Wan came out. She gave a slight salute to Yun Xi to express her gratitude, and then left, alone.
Mingyue also came out, and she seemed to be in a good mood.
Yun Yao made fun of her, "Did Miss Su send you something or something? So happy."
Mingyue tilted her head, "No. She just apologized to me and told me by the way that she won't be my stepmother anymore."
Yun Xi took care, it seemed that Su Wan had given up on Wen Yan's return, and she didn't know what she would choose to do when she returned to the capital.
She stepped forward and took Yun Xi's hand, "Sister, let's go out and play."
Yun Xi nodded, and a group of people started to stroll around.Even Yu Nianjia and Yu Nianhan who were still living at home called out together.
According to the plan drawn up by Mingyue, they ate everything they needed to eat and played everything they needed to play.
Yun Xi also went fishing by the river once.
After playing enough, Yun Xi took them to the inn to listen to a storytelling.Coincidentally, what the storyteller told was exactly the story written by Yunyao—Biography of Mingyue.Among them, Mingyue is the happiest.Because the heroine's name is the same as hers, she has a smug look on her face.
It's also a coincidence, when Yunyao was named, she just looked at the bright moonlight outside the window, so she chose this name.
Judging from the audience's response, this novel is still very popular.In the two paper shops in Yunxi Prefecture and Fenghuang County, at least two thousand copies of this novel have been sold.This means that Yunyao has already made a small fortune by writing this novel.
Speaking of which, this storyteller does have a few brushes.Not only did he talk about the most popular novel excerpts, but he also talked about some major events in Fenghuang County or Chuzhou that he knew about.
Among them, Yun Shen sued Ye Yinglan.Yun Xi is from Fenghuang County, and Fenghuang County has always been proud of her as the county lord, so the storyteller's position is naturally biased towards her, and the one who hurt Jia Juren who spoke for Ye Yinglan was almost a Heartless, shameless hypocrite is really a villain.If Jia Juren was present, he might be so angry that he would vomit blood.
After talking about Ye Yinglan, he went on to talk about Bai Yijiao.
Because of being wanted some time ago, Bai Yijiao acted a lot in a low-key manner.It's just that the magistrate seemed to set a trap some time ago, using a few women as bait to lure out the members of the White Clothes Sect, and arrested at least ten members of the White Clothes Sect, including some members who committed murders some time ago. Public execution is about to be executed, which can be regarded as killing chickens and monkeys.
The storyteller naturally described these women in white clothes as femme fatales, but Yun Xi felt a little complicated.If it weren't for the imperial court using women as bait, and the White Clothes Sect's eagerness to save people, they might not have been fooled.
On the one hand, she sympathized with their intention to help women, but on the other hand, she hated their overly cruel methods.
The storyteller turned to other topics afterwards, and the atmosphere in Yun Xi's box relaxed again.
After playing happily for a few days, at the beginning of October, Yun Xi began to prepare to go to Lingyin Temple.The Du Zhou family believed in the Sanqing, so they had little interest in going to Lingyin Temple.There are many scriptures in her family that have been consecrated in Taiqing Temple.
The team going to the state capital this time is quite strong, including Mrs. Yu, Yun Xi, Yun Yao, Xiao Si... plus the guards and maidservants, there are at least 20 people.
On this trip, besides accompanying the old lady Yu to Lingyin Temple to offer incense, Yun Xi also wanted to buy more books in the state capital and borrow some rare books from some friends she knew.The purpose is to print a few copies of the book, and when there are enough books printed in November, she can start building a library.For this reason, she specially took out 2000 taels of silver to keep on her body. Since ancient times, books have not been cheap.
Yun Xi's house where the library was built has already been bought and is being renovated.The required bookshelves, tables and chairs have also been custom-made by a carpenter.The only problem now is that there are not enough types of books. There is no shortage of the four books and five classics on the market.
Yun Shen knew what she wanted to do, and gave her at least a hundred books, many of which were rare in the market.But for things like books, the more the better.
What touched her was that Yanling, Yiyun and other friends expressed their willingness to help her find some books to lend her back home.
After arriving at the state capital, Yun Xi placed her grandmother and others in her house.Because she came to the state capital quite often, she specially arranged for someone to stay in the house and clean it every two days.
So when they arrive at night, they can live directly without cleaning.
After waking up, when Yanling and Yiyun came over, they set off directly to Lingyin Temple.
A few days ago, Yanling wrote home and asked Mrs. Dai to book a box for her.The incense in Lingyin Temple has always been very prosperous, and there is an endless stream of pilgrims every day.If they hadn't reserved a box in advance, they probably wouldn't have a place to rest at noon.
I heard that the vegetarian restaurant in Lingyin Temple is also a must.
Today's weather is slightly cold, so Yun Xi specially brought an extra coat. Although it is really cold, it can be done with internal strength, but it can be saved if it can be saved.Madam Yu was getting old, and she asked her to wear a down sweater inside before going out.
After setting off, it took about half an hour by car to arrive at Lingyin Temple.Lingyin Temple is located on the mountainside, and there is a large lake in front of it. The lake is full of lotus flowers. Unfortunately, because of October, some lotus leaves have also withered. If you come to visit in June and July, the scenery will be extremely beautiful. beautiful.
As soon as Yun Xi got out of the car, she saw a dense number of carriages parked at the door. Obviously, there were quite a few wealthy families who came here today.She raised her eyebrows and asked, "Are there so many people here every day?"
Yan Ling was also a little puzzled, "There are quite a few people on weekdays, but not as many as today. Is today the birthday of some Buddha?" Yan Ling really didn't understand these things.
It happened that a woman who looked like a daughter-in-law helped her mother-in-law up the mountain, and said, "Hey, don't the ladies know? The abbot of Lingyin Temple released the news the day before yesterday that the epiphyllum in the temple will bloom in two days. This epiphyllum is Growing up under the big Buddha, receiving the influence of the Buddha and the incense of pilgrims, it is full of aura. It is said that after the flowers bloom, you can take a petal back and wear it on your body, and you will be able to prevent all dharmas from intruding, and turn disasters into good luck."
Everyone suddenly realized, Yanling smiled and said: "It can be seen that it is better to come early than to come at a good time. If the news had been released earlier, how could we have reserved a box."
Mrs. Dai booked the box just before Lingyin Temple released the news, she was really lucky.
Yun Xi supported Mrs. Yu, and the group walked slowly into the temple.The temple was filled with smoke, and a solemn and solemn atmosphere slowly diffused.
I don't know what kind of sandalwood is used in their temple. It smells light, but it has a kind of magical power that makes people feel calm.
It seems that there is a reason why people's incense is so strong.
Yun Yanling directly took out a sign, and a young novice monk who was about ten years old with delicate features led them to the box on the side of the female relatives.Lingyin Temple has done a good job in this area, the men's and women's boxes are far apart.
At that time, Mrs. Dai ordered the largest box, which also had a bed and a bed, allowing the female relatives to rest at noon.
There is also a set of tea sets on the table, and a very small wooden pot for tea.
After a while, the young monk who led the way brought a pot of freshly boiled water.
Yun Xi used the water to brew some tea.This tea is a bit bitter when you first drink it, but after two sips, you can feel the sweet taste more and more.
The little novice introduced shyly, "This is the tea planted by our own Lingyin Temple. It is also known as the sweetness of bitterness. The water is brought down from the spring on the mountain."
Yun Xi smiled kindly, "It's really good."
The little monk blushed, bowed to them and left.
Yun Yao giggled, "He is shy."
Yun Xi glanced at her and drank tea slowly without saying anything.
After a few drinks and a rest, they began to worship those Buddhas.
In fact, Yun Xi doesn't really believe in Buddhas and gods.If there is a god, why do many of those bad people live more freely than the good people.Instead of pinning hope on illusory gods and Buddhas, it is better to rely on one's own ability.
It's just such a rebellious thought, and being in such an important place of Buddhism, it is impossible for Yun Xi to reveal the slightest clue, and she just worships with the people around her devoutly.Whether it was Mrs. Yu or Xiaosi, their expressions were very solemn.
Under the influence of their aunt, Yu Nianjia and Yu Nianhan also had serious faces.
After worshiping all the big and small Buddhas in Lingyin Temple, it was almost noon.
They were about to return to the wing room when suddenly there was an exclamation, "Oh, someone fainted?"
Yun Xi turned her head, just in time to see a woman in her thirties lying on the ground with her eyes closed, and the maid beside her anxiously called out in a low voice.
Yun Xi thought to herself, I'm afraid it's because there are too many people in the temple today, so she can't breathe freely.
Saving a life is better than building a seven-level pagoda. She walked forward and said in a low voice, "Move her to an open place first..." She saw that the collar of the woman's neck was very tight, and she wanted to loosen it. Take a breath and remember that this is nothing compared to modern times.
Instead, he said, "It's better to move her to my wing first."
The maid looked grateful, Yun Xi made a show to Yun Yao, and the two of them carried the woman into their private room without lack of strength.
Mrs. Yu looked relieved - her granddaughter is such a kind-hearted girl.
After being carried in, the door was closed, the room was full of women, Yun Xi didn't shy away from it, and directly loosened the woman's collar, and asked someone to open the window to let the air in.Then she took out the refreshing ointment that she had prepared before going out, and put it under the woman's nose.
After a while, the woman woke up faintly.Although her appearance is not stunning, the combination of facial features gives people a very comfortable feeling, and her whole person is as soft as water.
When she stood up, Yun Xi inadvertently glanced at the red spots inside.She is not the kind of young woman on the surface, so she naturally understands that it is probably just a hickey.
The woman quickly understood her situation from the servant girl's explanation, and smiled gratefully at them, "Thanks to you today." Then she introduced herself, saying that her husband's family name is Jiang, and the family makes rice grains. business.
Madam Yu said: "When you are away from home, it is also necessary to help each other."
Yun Yao also held a cup of hot water and let the woman drink it.
After drinking the hot water, the woman subconsciously fastened the collar around her neck again.
Yun Xi suggested: "It's better not to make the clothes so tight, otherwise it's easy to be out of breath."
At that moment, Jiang's eyes seemed to flash a little panic, and she quickly recovered her calm demeanor, "It's okay, I'm used to it." She thanked Yun Xi repeatedly, and said that she would definitely treat them to dinner in the future, and then she went to the maid leave with the help of her.
Yan Ling said: "If it's the Jiang family who make rice grains, I know more or less about their family's situation."
Yiyun also suddenly realized, "Oh, it's that Jiang's family?"
Yan Ling nodded, and talked with Yun Xi and the others, "This Jiang is really as the rumors say, she is the most gentle and kind woman. She is not Mr. Jiang's original partner, but he fills in the house, and she is also the first The concubine sister of the main family, so some people call her Xiao Jiang."
"After the death of Mrs. Jiang, she was afraid that her husband's subsequent wife would be unkind to her son, so she simply hired her concubine sister. After Mrs. Jiang married into the Jiang family, she really treated the son left by her sister as her own. Treat her, even because of him, she is unwilling to conceive, no one in the state government praises her for being gentle and virtuous. Jiang Wenchuan, the son left behind by the great Jiang family, also treats her very filially. If there is anything good, he will never forget to show filial piety to her."
"The two mothers and children are deeply in love, and it is also a good story. Some people used to say that they were just pretending to be a loving mother and filial son in front of outsiders, but after the death of Master Jiang five years ago, this has been the case for these years, which shows the love between the two Points are not hypocritical."
Yun Xi raised her eyebrows and asked, "Master Jiang passed away five years ago?"
Yan Ling nodded, "Yes, what's wrong?"
Yun Xi didn't speak, she just accidentally saw the hickey on this little Jiang's.It seems that Xiao Jiang is also powerful enough to directly cuckold her dead husband.But Yun Xi didn't mean to say it.With Xiao Jiang's identity, even if her husband dies, if she wants to remarry, neither her natal family nor her husband's family will allow it.
When she turned her head, she saw that Xiaosi's face was very pale, almost on the verge of collapse.
She hurriedly stepped forward to support Xiaosi, she forgot all about Xiao Jiang's affair with her, and her tone was full of worry, "Xiaosi, are you alright?"
Little Four shook his head.Even though the weather is considered cold today, cold sweat broke out on her forehead.
Yun Xi felt her pulse, and it didn't look like there was something wrong with her body.
Xiao Si's hand was a little cold, he held her hand instead, and shook his head at her, expressing that he was fine.
She can't speak or write, so it's really not easy to ask her why.
Mingyue brought her a cup of hot water very sensiblely and asked her to drink it.
After a while, the little novice also brought the vegetarian food from Lingyin Temple.There are a total of eight dishes and two soups, and the portions are not small.
Everyone sat down and started eating lunch.Yun Xi nodded as she ate. The vegetarian dish of Lingyin Temple is so famous, it really has its advantages. Among them, the vegetarian roast goose is made with tofu skin, but the taste is very similar to the real roast goose. , It can be false and real, or even better.
She ate everything, and it would be nice to have a vegetarian meal once in a while to change her appetite.The others also ate happily, and Xiaosi's pale face seemed to be a little more bloody, so Yun Xi was relieved.
She brought Xiao Si out, but she didn't want anything to happen to her.
She picked up a piece of vegetarian roast goose and put it in Xiaosi's bowl. She seemed to like this dish just now, but because she was far away from her, Xiaosi had always been shy, so she didn't move her chopsticks much.
After she was full, Mrs. Yu, as an elderly person, began to feel sleepy.
Yun Xi simply helped her to the bed to rest and sleep for half an hour.If you sleep too long, it is not good, it is easy to get a headache.
As for them, they plan to go and see the epiphyllum.If it catches up with luck, if the epiphyllum just blooms, it will be even better.The people of Lingyin Temple said that if they are destined to catch up with the flowering time, then Lingyin Temple will present a petal of Epiphyllum to everyone present.
A group of people walked towards the place where Epiphyllum was planted.The epiphyllum in this temple is planted in the flower fields near the two big Buddhas, one for female pilgrims and the other for male pilgrims.
Lai San, Lan Xin, and other guards separated from Yun Xi and the others as soon as they entered Lingyin Temple.Yun Xi guessed that they probably went to the Epiphyllum on the other side to wait.
When Yun Xi walked to the back mountain, what she looked up was a big Buddha about ten meters high, with benevolent brows and kind eyes, as if looking at the world with pity.The abbot of Lingyin Temple sat below, reciting Buddhist scriptures with his eyes closed.The epiphyllum not far away is still tightly closed, and there is no possibility of blooming.
There was already a long queue of at least 100 people in front of them.You can only enter [-] at a time, and sit at the front to listen to the Buddha's voice.If the epiphyllum happens to bloom during this process, then luck can't be better.
Fortunately, the people in Lingyin Temple are quite kind, and they know how to give benches to those who line up, otherwise it would be uncomfortable for everyone to stand in line for an hour.After finishing a volume of scriptures, the woman sitting at the front left reluctantly, leaving the seat for the person who came behind.
Yun Xi estimated that according to the speed of the lecture, it would really take an hour for their turn.Moreover, the abbot in front of the Buddhist Pure Land is still explaining scriptures. She can't play leaf games to pass the time, otherwise it will be too disrespectful.
She could only comfort herself by having fun in the bitterness: at least they can be in a daze, but the abbot has to read from morning to night.Happiness is only found in comparison.
She looked at Yan Ling and the others who were bored beside her, and her heart moved, and she simply taught them how to enter meditation. She, Yun Yao, Yin Dan and the others took advantage of this opportunity to practice internal strength.
After practicing in this way, one hour's time will not feel difficult.Yun Xi also needs to spend this time in her daily practice.
After an hour passed, it was their turn. Yan Ling, who was so bored that she wanted to hit mosquitoes, suddenly became energetic and pushed Yun Xi.
Yun Xi came back to her senses and walked in with them.
The abbot took a sip of water and continued to explain the scriptures.He has an ordinary face, but he has a kind of gentle temperament, and his voice is really pleasant, neither fast nor slow, like a gurgling water flowing slowly through the sea of people's hearts.
Yun Xi was a little surprised, even though she wasn't interested in the scriptures, listening to the abbot's voice didn't feel boring at all, she just thought it was a pleasure.
She didn't forget that she worked so hard to line up for this epiphyllum.
While listening to the pleasant voice above, Yun Xi used her special ability to make the epiphyllum bloom slowly.She is quite kind, there are about twenty epiphyllums here, and she only opened two of them, so it is no problem to have one flower in each hand.As for the remaining epiphyllum, when they bloom, it depends on their own good fortune.
While listening to the scriptures, everyone's attention never left the epiphyllum, so when the two epiphyllum bloomed slowly, a woman couldn't help but let out a cry of surprise.
Everyone stared at the two epiphyllum plants without blinking. The abbot on the stage was very calm, and he was still talking about the scriptures.
As for the people queuing up outside, they were so envious of Yun Xi and the others.It was so lucky that they waited until the epiphyllum bloomed.In fact, this is also the first wave of epiphyllum to bloom this year.The epiphyllum in Lingyin Temple seems to bloom later than other places.
Yun Xi felt that this had something to do with the climate.Although Lingyin Temple is located halfway up the mountain, the climate is a bit warmer than other places.
When the epiphyllum is in bloom, it is extremely beautiful.The snow-white petals trembled slightly in the wind, with a lovely posture, like a fairy descending from the nine heavens.A refreshing and elegant fragrance spreads out, making people feel refreshed and happy, making people feel that all the waiting time is worth it for the beauty of this moment.
After the abbot finished explaining this round of scriptures, the petals also bloomed completely, showing her brilliance in front of people.
The abbot smiled slightly, bowed solemnly to the two epiphyllum plants, then took out the clips he had prepared in advance, and gently clipped off each petal.His strength was neither light nor heavy, just right, not only just picked off the petals, but also did not leave any marks of clips on the petals.
Lingyin Temple uses a bag made of white silk to hold the epiphyllum petals, which is extremely soft.After they were finished, the abbot handed them each silk bag containing a petal, and Yun Xi accepted the gift after saluting.
After they walked out, the people in the queue at the back looked at them with envious eyes.
An old woman who went in with Yun Xi also said to her daughter-in-law: "Look, it really is because I am always sincere that the Buddha appeared."
The corners of Yun Xi's mouth twitched, what is the apparition, this is obviously her skill, okay?
She pinched the petals and planned to give them to grandma.In fact, in terms of feelings, she is actually closer to Du Zhoushi. After all, Du Zhoushi and Du Yifu raised her.It's just that Du Zhou believes in Taoism, so this thing doesn't mean much to her, it's better to give it to Mrs. Yu, a Buddhist.
By the time they returned to the box, Mrs. Yu had already woken up, holding a scroll of scriptures in her hand.
Yun Xi smiled and told Mrs. Yu about the petals they got just now, and Mrs. Yu looked joyful, "It can be seen that you are blessed, and this Lingyin Temple is really effective."
The corners of Yun Xi's mouth twitched. What does it have to do with the fact that the petals she got had to do with the spiritual success of Lingyin Temple.
She decided to give the petals to Mrs. Yu after returning home.
In the afternoon, they continued to accompany Mrs. Yu to worship every Buddha in Lingyin Temple, and Mrs. Yu also donated 200 taels of sesame oil money.Yun Xi also donated a few taels of silver symbolically.
When they returned to the wing room, packed their things, and prepared to go back.
Suddenly, the maid of Jiang's family came and brought some gifts.
The servant girl of Jiang's family blessed Fushen slightly, and said in a grateful tone: "My young master specially prepared a small gift for my wife after hearing that you ladies saved my wife, as a token of my heart."
Yun Xi was startled, because it was a thank you gift, so she didn't make any excuses.
"Is your wife okay?"
The servant girl twitched her lips and said, "Madam is fine." There was even a hint of joy between her brows and eyes.
After thanking her, the maid left.
Yun Xi looked at the gift, there were quite a few good things in this gift, a complete set of hairstyles, several colors of silk and satin, several boxes of tea, and several packets of medicinal herbs.
Put away the presents together with the things they brought, and prepare to get on the carriage and go back.
Yun Xi took a look and found that Lai San, Lan Xin and the others hadn't come back yet, only Wang Dazhu and the others were in charge of watching the carriage.
When Wang Dazhu saw them, he went up to meet them, helped carry the things up, and said, "Brother Lai and the others are also going to line up, waiting for the epiphyllum to bloom."
Yun Yao smiled and shook the beautiful bag in her hand, showing off: "We have waited for it."
Wang Dazhu showed an envious expression, "That's great, I just heard that two epiphyllum plants bloomed in the afternoon, and I didn't expect to be met by you."
Yun Xi thought for a while, and told him: "Go over and ask Lai San and the others. If they want to wait any longer, leave a carriage for them, and we will go back first."
Wang Dazhu nodded and trotted in.
Yun Xi let Mrs. Yu and the others go in first, and stood outside by herself.Yan Ling, Yun Yao and Xiao Si were all accompanying her, and Xiao Si was staring at the Epiphyllum petals in her hand, dazed in a daze.
Yanling chatted with her from time to time, mainly talking about the few books she found in the study at home yesterday.
Yun Xi suddenly saw Xiao Jiang who had only met at noon.She was coming out of the temple, and a handsome man beside her was supporting her with a gentle expression.
Yanling let out a "huh" and explained to Yun Xi in a low voice, "The man next to Little Jiang is her stepson Jiang Wenchuan. The two of them really have a good relationship as rumored. Although Little Jiang has no son , but with Jiang Wenchuan, a filial son, there should be no regrets."
Yun Xi felt that something was weird, but she couldn't tell what was weird.
"Plop..." She turned her head, but saw Xiao Si fainted, Yun Xi quickly helped her up, and patted her face.After a while, Xiao Si woke up slowly, her hands were cold, her body trembling slightly, as if she was afraid of something.
Yun Xi had never seen her like this before, she was about to speak, but Xiao Si held her hand tightly, and big tears poured out of her eyes.
After a while, she calmed down, wiped away her tears, smiled apologetically, and then returned to the carriage to sit down.
At this time, Wang Dazhu came back and said, "Brother Lai and Brother Lan let us go first, they want to continue queuing up to wait for the flowers to bloom."
If it wasn't for Yun Xi's difficulty in going to the male guest's place, she would definitely use her supernatural ability to directly make Epiphyllum bloom.
Wang Dazhu smiled meanly, "I think Brother Lai must have someone who wants to send flowers."
Yan Ling asked suspiciously: "Hey, does Lan Xin have someone else he wants to send? I didn't even notice that he was interested in any girl in the house."
Yun Xi smiled, "Then let's go back first."
On the way back, Yun Xi stopped by Mudanlou to order a table of dishes. She was not in the mood to cook today.Yan Ling and Yi Yun went home directly, and they made an agreement with Yun Xi to send some books over tomorrow.
Yun Xi pondered: Should I hold a meeting of the Daughter League in the next few days to borrow books from everyone.Of course, she will put a label on the books lent out, indicating which family generously lent them.Members of the Daughter League should be willing to do such a good thing that earns a good reputation among the scholars.
After the food was delivered, the sky darkened.
It was raining patter outside, looking at the rain, I'm afraid it will continue to fall for a while.
Yun Xi only hopes that the rain will stop tomorrow, otherwise it will be inconvenient for her to go out and buy books.If something like a book gets wet in the rain, it's not good.
After they finished their dinner, Lai San also came back, he was drenched all over.
Yun Xi asked: "What's the matter? Wait until the epiphyllum is gone?"
Lai San shook his head, "Don't mention it, it's raining so hard, and everyone is back, so why would we get caught in the rain over there?" He wiped his wet hair, and said, "As for Lan Xin, that idiot, I don’t know where the stubborn temper came from, so I have to wait there. I’m back, but he’s still standing there.”
Yun Xi smiled, "It can be seen that he is more persistent than you."
Lai San said: "However, I also bought an umbrella and a straw hat for him to take with him, so he shouldn't catch a cold. Let me tell you, it's raining so much, I'm afraid there won't be any flowers blooming at all. Miss, you are lucky, the daytime just happens It just happened to bloom."
However, although Lai San felt a little regretful, he quickly let go of the matter.if I get it I am lucky, but if not, it is fate.
Yun Xi thought about it, and told him about Xiao Si's abnormal behavior today.
After dinner, Xiao Si went back to the room and locked himself inside.Yun Xi thought about today's itinerary, and really couldn't figure out what went wrong.Obviously, Xiao Si was also very happy at the beginning.
Lai San was most concerned about this younger sister, and when he heard what Yun Xi said, he couldn't sit still, so he hurried to see her.
After a while, he came out anxiously, turning around in a hurry, "Little Si has a fever."
(End of this chapter)
Hong Xing shook her head, a little aggrieved, "I won't leave, if I leave, who will serve the miss. Miss, you have been spoiled and spoiled since you were a child, how could you suffer so much?"
Yun Xi silently watched her act, her acting skills were not so good, she perfectly portrayed the image of an impulsive, outspoken but loyal maid.In addition, they grew up together since they were young, so they understand Su Wan's thoughts very well, so it's no wonder that Su Wan is played around by her.
Su Wan's eyebrows showed just the right amount of worry, "Hongxing, I've been out for so long, and I'm a little worried about grandpa. So go back and help me see grandpa, and send a letter to him by the way. You know that the only person I can trust now is you."
After hearing the letter, Hongxing's eyes flashed, and she nodded vigorously, "Okay, as long as the lady needs me, whether it's going up the mountain of swords or going down into the sea of fire, I will definitely help her complete it."
Yun Xi grumbled coolly at the side, "It's just sending a letter, don't make it look like you're going to die."
Hong Xing's face darkened, and she didn't say anything in the end.
It was rare for Yun Xi to cooperate with Su Wan's actions, and prepared pens and ink for her. Hong Xing saw it in her eyes, and a trace of resentment and puzzlement flashed deep in her eyes.
Yun Xi guessed that this person must have doubts in her heart, why Su Wan suddenly shook hands with her and made peace after only a while.
After Su Wan finished writing the letter, she put the letter in an envelope and told Hongxing to deliver it to her grandpa and not let anyone see it.
Hong Xing naturally made all kinds of oaths that she would protect the letter with her life, and then dragged Su Wan to chatter in the corner.
Then he left with a look of reluctance.
After Hong Xing left, Su Wan's worried expression turned indifferent.She silently watched Hong Xing's disappearing figure, making it impossible to guess what she was thinking at this time.
"Did she tell you just now, don't be fooled by me, a bad guy? What words did you use to win her trust?"
Su Wan nodded, "I lied to her and said that the two of us have reached a cooperation. You will teach me how to make Mingyue like me, and you will help me enter the Wen family. And I must pay at least 1 taels of silver. .”
The corner of Yun Xi's mouth twitched, "1 taels is too little! I can sell a pot of peonies for more than that price. My help is not that cheap."
Su Wan smiled, "Anyway, she just believes it. But I also told her that I will be on guard against you, and I won't do whatever you say."
When she was separated from the bureau, she realized that her past self was so funny.She made herself so that only Hong Xing was left by her side, and was easily played by her in the palm of her hand.
Yun Xi asked softly: "Are you really not afraid that she will drop the letter?"
Su Wan tickled the corner of her mouth and said, "Actually, I didn't write anything in that letter at all, but just wrote a bunch of numbers. If Hongxing opened it, she would definitely think that I used this method Pass some information to grandpa that she can't understand, after all, I used to play this kind of game with grandpa when I was young."
She lowered her eyelids, and her beautiful face showed a different kind of beauty because of the faint expression, "She will definitely not let this letter fall into Grandpa's hands. With her temperament, she should copy my handwriting and rewrite it." A letter in her favour."
"Aren't you afraid that your grandfather really believed her forged letter?"
Su Wan smiled, her smile was calm and confident, "So before that, I have to send my real letter to Grandpa."
She smiled like a flower, and her demeanor at this time was a bit like the "Orchid Fairy" praised by everyone in the capital. "I wonder if County Lord Du is willing to lend me another pen and paper?"
"Stick what you want, but don't dare to follow it."
Yun Xi looked at Su Wan who seemed to have transformed all of a sudden, and had a faint intuition: when Su Wan returned to the capital, there might be new disturbances.She was inexplicably looking forward to it.
……
After Su Wan wrote a new letter, she picked up a wooden whistle and blew it, then a figure suddenly jumped out from the corner.
That person had an ordinary face and no distinctive features. He belonged to the kind who would be overwhelmed if placed in the crowd, making it hard to remember.
Su Wan handed the letter to him, and solemnly asked him to deliver it to Grandpa as soon as possible.
Then after he left, he stood there for a while, then turned to Yun Xi and said, "Can I see Mingyue? At least I have to apologize to her for my previous rudeness."
Between her eyebrows and eyes, it seemed that some of the burden that had been oppressing her had been lifted, and she looked a lot lighter.
Yun Xi raised her eyebrows, "Of course."
Su Wan smiled slightly, "Thank you."
Yun Xi led her to meet Mingyue, and when she passed, Mingyue was still chirping and bickering with Yunyao from time to time.Every time the bickering failed, Yunyao had to call her senior sister.When she heard the footsteps, she turned her head, and before she had time to break out into a big smile, she saw Su Wan beside Yun Xi, and her face immediately turned down.
Yun Xi stepped forward and pinched her cheek, and said with a smile, "Talk to Miss Su, and I'll take you out to play later."
The promise to go out to play made Mingyue's complexion a little better. Although she still looked unhappy, she still obeyed obediently.
Although Yan Ling didn't like Su Wan, she wouldn't hold Yun Xi back. She dragged Yi Yun who wanted to say something, and went out directly.
Anyway, this is their territory, so Su Wan dare not bully Mingyue.
Su Wan is not a fool, she just trusted Hong Xing too much in the past, the maid who accompanied her since she was a child, and now she is a fascination with the authorities. She naturally also saw that other people were wary of her. Although her heart was a little sour, she could understand their thoughts.
Yun Xi dragged a group of people straight out of the courtyard, giving the two of them a space to talk.She also briefly talked about Hongxing.Speaking of which, a large part of their disgust towards Su Wan was Hong Xingla's hatred.
After such an explanation, although Yanling and Yiyun didn't feel relieved immediately, they didn't hate her as much as before.
"However, I can't even tell that my confidant is someone else's nail. Unfortunately, those people in the capital say that she never did, so she is obviously a fool." Yan Ling said.
The corner of Yun Xi's mouth twitched. She felt that Yan Ling, who was always duped by her younger sister Yan Xi, didn't seem qualified to be called stupid.
After discussing, everyone came to a consensus that the people who serve around you really need to pay attention.
About a quarter of an hour later, Su Wan came out. She gave a slight salute to Yun Xi to express her gratitude, and then left, alone.
Mingyue also came out, and she seemed to be in a good mood.
Yun Yao made fun of her, "Did Miss Su send you something or something? So happy."
Mingyue tilted her head, "No. She just apologized to me and told me by the way that she won't be my stepmother anymore."
Yun Xi took care, it seemed that Su Wan had given up on Wen Yan's return, and she didn't know what she would choose to do when she returned to the capital.
She stepped forward and took Yun Xi's hand, "Sister, let's go out and play."
Yun Xi nodded, and a group of people started to stroll around.Even Yu Nianjia and Yu Nianhan who were still living at home called out together.
According to the plan drawn up by Mingyue, they ate everything they needed to eat and played everything they needed to play.
Yun Xi also went fishing by the river once.
After playing enough, Yun Xi took them to the inn to listen to a storytelling.Coincidentally, what the storyteller told was exactly the story written by Yunyao—Biography of Mingyue.Among them, Mingyue is the happiest.Because the heroine's name is the same as hers, she has a smug look on her face.
It's also a coincidence, when Yunyao was named, she just looked at the bright moonlight outside the window, so she chose this name.
Judging from the audience's response, this novel is still very popular.In the two paper shops in Yunxi Prefecture and Fenghuang County, at least two thousand copies of this novel have been sold.This means that Yunyao has already made a small fortune by writing this novel.
Speaking of which, this storyteller does have a few brushes.Not only did he talk about the most popular novel excerpts, but he also talked about some major events in Fenghuang County or Chuzhou that he knew about.
Among them, Yun Shen sued Ye Yinglan.Yun Xi is from Fenghuang County, and Fenghuang County has always been proud of her as the county lord, so the storyteller's position is naturally biased towards her, and the one who hurt Jia Juren who spoke for Ye Yinglan was almost a Heartless, shameless hypocrite is really a villain.If Jia Juren was present, he might be so angry that he would vomit blood.
After talking about Ye Yinglan, he went on to talk about Bai Yijiao.
Because of being wanted some time ago, Bai Yijiao acted a lot in a low-key manner.It's just that the magistrate seemed to set a trap some time ago, using a few women as bait to lure out the members of the White Clothes Sect, and arrested at least ten members of the White Clothes Sect, including some members who committed murders some time ago. Public execution is about to be executed, which can be regarded as killing chickens and monkeys.
The storyteller naturally described these women in white clothes as femme fatales, but Yun Xi felt a little complicated.If it weren't for the imperial court using women as bait, and the White Clothes Sect's eagerness to save people, they might not have been fooled.
On the one hand, she sympathized with their intention to help women, but on the other hand, she hated their overly cruel methods.
The storyteller turned to other topics afterwards, and the atmosphere in Yun Xi's box relaxed again.
After playing happily for a few days, at the beginning of October, Yun Xi began to prepare to go to Lingyin Temple.The Du Zhou family believed in the Sanqing, so they had little interest in going to Lingyin Temple.There are many scriptures in her family that have been consecrated in Taiqing Temple.
The team going to the state capital this time is quite strong, including Mrs. Yu, Yun Xi, Yun Yao, Xiao Si... plus the guards and maidservants, there are at least 20 people.
On this trip, besides accompanying the old lady Yu to Lingyin Temple to offer incense, Yun Xi also wanted to buy more books in the state capital and borrow some rare books from some friends she knew.The purpose is to print a few copies of the book, and when there are enough books printed in November, she can start building a library.For this reason, she specially took out 2000 taels of silver to keep on her body. Since ancient times, books have not been cheap.
Yun Xi's house where the library was built has already been bought and is being renovated.The required bookshelves, tables and chairs have also been custom-made by a carpenter.The only problem now is that there are not enough types of books. There is no shortage of the four books and five classics on the market.
Yun Shen knew what she wanted to do, and gave her at least a hundred books, many of which were rare in the market.But for things like books, the more the better.
What touched her was that Yanling, Yiyun and other friends expressed their willingness to help her find some books to lend her back home.
After arriving at the state capital, Yun Xi placed her grandmother and others in her house.Because she came to the state capital quite often, she specially arranged for someone to stay in the house and clean it every two days.
So when they arrive at night, they can live directly without cleaning.
After waking up, when Yanling and Yiyun came over, they set off directly to Lingyin Temple.
A few days ago, Yanling wrote home and asked Mrs. Dai to book a box for her.The incense in Lingyin Temple has always been very prosperous, and there is an endless stream of pilgrims every day.If they hadn't reserved a box in advance, they probably wouldn't have a place to rest at noon.
I heard that the vegetarian restaurant in Lingyin Temple is also a must.
Today's weather is slightly cold, so Yun Xi specially brought an extra coat. Although it is really cold, it can be done with internal strength, but it can be saved if it can be saved.Madam Yu was getting old, and she asked her to wear a down sweater inside before going out.
After setting off, it took about half an hour by car to arrive at Lingyin Temple.Lingyin Temple is located on the mountainside, and there is a large lake in front of it. The lake is full of lotus flowers. Unfortunately, because of October, some lotus leaves have also withered. If you come to visit in June and July, the scenery will be extremely beautiful. beautiful.
As soon as Yun Xi got out of the car, she saw a dense number of carriages parked at the door. Obviously, there were quite a few wealthy families who came here today.She raised her eyebrows and asked, "Are there so many people here every day?"
Yan Ling was also a little puzzled, "There are quite a few people on weekdays, but not as many as today. Is today the birthday of some Buddha?" Yan Ling really didn't understand these things.
It happened that a woman who looked like a daughter-in-law helped her mother-in-law up the mountain, and said, "Hey, don't the ladies know? The abbot of Lingyin Temple released the news the day before yesterday that the epiphyllum in the temple will bloom in two days. This epiphyllum is Growing up under the big Buddha, receiving the influence of the Buddha and the incense of pilgrims, it is full of aura. It is said that after the flowers bloom, you can take a petal back and wear it on your body, and you will be able to prevent all dharmas from intruding, and turn disasters into good luck."
Everyone suddenly realized, Yanling smiled and said: "It can be seen that it is better to come early than to come at a good time. If the news had been released earlier, how could we have reserved a box."
Mrs. Dai booked the box just before Lingyin Temple released the news, she was really lucky.
Yun Xi supported Mrs. Yu, and the group walked slowly into the temple.The temple was filled with smoke, and a solemn and solemn atmosphere slowly diffused.
I don't know what kind of sandalwood is used in their temple. It smells light, but it has a kind of magical power that makes people feel calm.
It seems that there is a reason why people's incense is so strong.
Yun Yanling directly took out a sign, and a young novice monk who was about ten years old with delicate features led them to the box on the side of the female relatives.Lingyin Temple has done a good job in this area, the men's and women's boxes are far apart.
At that time, Mrs. Dai ordered the largest box, which also had a bed and a bed, allowing the female relatives to rest at noon.
There is also a set of tea sets on the table, and a very small wooden pot for tea.
After a while, the young monk who led the way brought a pot of freshly boiled water.
Yun Xi used the water to brew some tea.This tea is a bit bitter when you first drink it, but after two sips, you can feel the sweet taste more and more.
The little novice introduced shyly, "This is the tea planted by our own Lingyin Temple. It is also known as the sweetness of bitterness. The water is brought down from the spring on the mountain."
Yun Xi smiled kindly, "It's really good."
The little monk blushed, bowed to them and left.
Yun Yao giggled, "He is shy."
Yun Xi glanced at her and drank tea slowly without saying anything.
After a few drinks and a rest, they began to worship those Buddhas.
In fact, Yun Xi doesn't really believe in Buddhas and gods.If there is a god, why do many of those bad people live more freely than the good people.Instead of pinning hope on illusory gods and Buddhas, it is better to rely on one's own ability.
It's just such a rebellious thought, and being in such an important place of Buddhism, it is impossible for Yun Xi to reveal the slightest clue, and she just worships with the people around her devoutly.Whether it was Mrs. Yu or Xiaosi, their expressions were very solemn.
Under the influence of their aunt, Yu Nianjia and Yu Nianhan also had serious faces.
After worshiping all the big and small Buddhas in Lingyin Temple, it was almost noon.
They were about to return to the wing room when suddenly there was an exclamation, "Oh, someone fainted?"
Yun Xi turned her head, just in time to see a woman in her thirties lying on the ground with her eyes closed, and the maid beside her anxiously called out in a low voice.
Yun Xi thought to herself, I'm afraid it's because there are too many people in the temple today, so she can't breathe freely.
Saving a life is better than building a seven-level pagoda. She walked forward and said in a low voice, "Move her to an open place first..." She saw that the collar of the woman's neck was very tight, and she wanted to loosen it. Take a breath and remember that this is nothing compared to modern times.
Instead, he said, "It's better to move her to my wing first."
The maid looked grateful, Yun Xi made a show to Yun Yao, and the two of them carried the woman into their private room without lack of strength.
Mrs. Yu looked relieved - her granddaughter is such a kind-hearted girl.
After being carried in, the door was closed, the room was full of women, Yun Xi didn't shy away from it, and directly loosened the woman's collar, and asked someone to open the window to let the air in.Then she took out the refreshing ointment that she had prepared before going out, and put it under the woman's nose.
After a while, the woman woke up faintly.Although her appearance is not stunning, the combination of facial features gives people a very comfortable feeling, and her whole person is as soft as water.
When she stood up, Yun Xi inadvertently glanced at the red spots inside.She is not the kind of young woman on the surface, so she naturally understands that it is probably just a hickey.
The woman quickly understood her situation from the servant girl's explanation, and smiled gratefully at them, "Thanks to you today." Then she introduced herself, saying that her husband's family name is Jiang, and the family makes rice grains. business.
Madam Yu said: "When you are away from home, it is also necessary to help each other."
Yun Yao also held a cup of hot water and let the woman drink it.
After drinking the hot water, the woman subconsciously fastened the collar around her neck again.
Yun Xi suggested: "It's better not to make the clothes so tight, otherwise it's easy to be out of breath."
At that moment, Jiang's eyes seemed to flash a little panic, and she quickly recovered her calm demeanor, "It's okay, I'm used to it." She thanked Yun Xi repeatedly, and said that she would definitely treat them to dinner in the future, and then she went to the maid leave with the help of her.
Yan Ling said: "If it's the Jiang family who make rice grains, I know more or less about their family's situation."
Yiyun also suddenly realized, "Oh, it's that Jiang's family?"
Yan Ling nodded, and talked with Yun Xi and the others, "This Jiang is really as the rumors say, she is the most gentle and kind woman. She is not Mr. Jiang's original partner, but he fills in the house, and she is also the first The concubine sister of the main family, so some people call her Xiao Jiang."
"After the death of Mrs. Jiang, she was afraid that her husband's subsequent wife would be unkind to her son, so she simply hired her concubine sister. After Mrs. Jiang married into the Jiang family, she really treated the son left by her sister as her own. Treat her, even because of him, she is unwilling to conceive, no one in the state government praises her for being gentle and virtuous. Jiang Wenchuan, the son left behind by the great Jiang family, also treats her very filially. If there is anything good, he will never forget to show filial piety to her."
"The two mothers and children are deeply in love, and it is also a good story. Some people used to say that they were just pretending to be a loving mother and filial son in front of outsiders, but after the death of Master Jiang five years ago, this has been the case for these years, which shows the love between the two Points are not hypocritical."
Yun Xi raised her eyebrows and asked, "Master Jiang passed away five years ago?"
Yan Ling nodded, "Yes, what's wrong?"
Yun Xi didn't speak, she just accidentally saw the hickey on this little Jiang's.It seems that Xiao Jiang is also powerful enough to directly cuckold her dead husband.But Yun Xi didn't mean to say it.With Xiao Jiang's identity, even if her husband dies, if she wants to remarry, neither her natal family nor her husband's family will allow it.
When she turned her head, she saw that Xiaosi's face was very pale, almost on the verge of collapse.
She hurriedly stepped forward to support Xiaosi, she forgot all about Xiao Jiang's affair with her, and her tone was full of worry, "Xiaosi, are you alright?"
Little Four shook his head.Even though the weather is considered cold today, cold sweat broke out on her forehead.
Yun Xi felt her pulse, and it didn't look like there was something wrong with her body.
Xiao Si's hand was a little cold, he held her hand instead, and shook his head at her, expressing that he was fine.
She can't speak or write, so it's really not easy to ask her why.
Mingyue brought her a cup of hot water very sensiblely and asked her to drink it.
After a while, the little novice also brought the vegetarian food from Lingyin Temple.There are a total of eight dishes and two soups, and the portions are not small.
Everyone sat down and started eating lunch.Yun Xi nodded as she ate. The vegetarian dish of Lingyin Temple is so famous, it really has its advantages. Among them, the vegetarian roast goose is made with tofu skin, but the taste is very similar to the real roast goose. , It can be false and real, or even better.
She ate everything, and it would be nice to have a vegetarian meal once in a while to change her appetite.The others also ate happily, and Xiaosi's pale face seemed to be a little more bloody, so Yun Xi was relieved.
She brought Xiao Si out, but she didn't want anything to happen to her.
She picked up a piece of vegetarian roast goose and put it in Xiaosi's bowl. She seemed to like this dish just now, but because she was far away from her, Xiaosi had always been shy, so she didn't move her chopsticks much.
After she was full, Mrs. Yu, as an elderly person, began to feel sleepy.
Yun Xi simply helped her to the bed to rest and sleep for half an hour.If you sleep too long, it is not good, it is easy to get a headache.
As for them, they plan to go and see the epiphyllum.If it catches up with luck, if the epiphyllum just blooms, it will be even better.The people of Lingyin Temple said that if they are destined to catch up with the flowering time, then Lingyin Temple will present a petal of Epiphyllum to everyone present.
A group of people walked towards the place where Epiphyllum was planted.The epiphyllum in this temple is planted in the flower fields near the two big Buddhas, one for female pilgrims and the other for male pilgrims.
Lai San, Lan Xin, and other guards separated from Yun Xi and the others as soon as they entered Lingyin Temple.Yun Xi guessed that they probably went to the Epiphyllum on the other side to wait.
When Yun Xi walked to the back mountain, what she looked up was a big Buddha about ten meters high, with benevolent brows and kind eyes, as if looking at the world with pity.The abbot of Lingyin Temple sat below, reciting Buddhist scriptures with his eyes closed.The epiphyllum not far away is still tightly closed, and there is no possibility of blooming.
There was already a long queue of at least 100 people in front of them.You can only enter [-] at a time, and sit at the front to listen to the Buddha's voice.If the epiphyllum happens to bloom during this process, then luck can't be better.
Fortunately, the people in Lingyin Temple are quite kind, and they know how to give benches to those who line up, otherwise it would be uncomfortable for everyone to stand in line for an hour.After finishing a volume of scriptures, the woman sitting at the front left reluctantly, leaving the seat for the person who came behind.
Yun Xi estimated that according to the speed of the lecture, it would really take an hour for their turn.Moreover, the abbot in front of the Buddhist Pure Land is still explaining scriptures. She can't play leaf games to pass the time, otherwise it will be too disrespectful.
She could only comfort herself by having fun in the bitterness: at least they can be in a daze, but the abbot has to read from morning to night.Happiness is only found in comparison.
She looked at Yan Ling and the others who were bored beside her, and her heart moved, and she simply taught them how to enter meditation. She, Yun Yao, Yin Dan and the others took advantage of this opportunity to practice internal strength.
After practicing in this way, one hour's time will not feel difficult.Yun Xi also needs to spend this time in her daily practice.
After an hour passed, it was their turn. Yan Ling, who was so bored that she wanted to hit mosquitoes, suddenly became energetic and pushed Yun Xi.
Yun Xi came back to her senses and walked in with them.
The abbot took a sip of water and continued to explain the scriptures.He has an ordinary face, but he has a kind of gentle temperament, and his voice is really pleasant, neither fast nor slow, like a gurgling water flowing slowly through the sea of people's hearts.
Yun Xi was a little surprised, even though she wasn't interested in the scriptures, listening to the abbot's voice didn't feel boring at all, she just thought it was a pleasure.
She didn't forget that she worked so hard to line up for this epiphyllum.
While listening to the pleasant voice above, Yun Xi used her special ability to make the epiphyllum bloom slowly.She is quite kind, there are about twenty epiphyllums here, and she only opened two of them, so it is no problem to have one flower in each hand.As for the remaining epiphyllum, when they bloom, it depends on their own good fortune.
While listening to the scriptures, everyone's attention never left the epiphyllum, so when the two epiphyllum bloomed slowly, a woman couldn't help but let out a cry of surprise.
Everyone stared at the two epiphyllum plants without blinking. The abbot on the stage was very calm, and he was still talking about the scriptures.
As for the people queuing up outside, they were so envious of Yun Xi and the others.It was so lucky that they waited until the epiphyllum bloomed.In fact, this is also the first wave of epiphyllum to bloom this year.The epiphyllum in Lingyin Temple seems to bloom later than other places.
Yun Xi felt that this had something to do with the climate.Although Lingyin Temple is located halfway up the mountain, the climate is a bit warmer than other places.
When the epiphyllum is in bloom, it is extremely beautiful.The snow-white petals trembled slightly in the wind, with a lovely posture, like a fairy descending from the nine heavens.A refreshing and elegant fragrance spreads out, making people feel refreshed and happy, making people feel that all the waiting time is worth it for the beauty of this moment.
After the abbot finished explaining this round of scriptures, the petals also bloomed completely, showing her brilliance in front of people.
The abbot smiled slightly, bowed solemnly to the two epiphyllum plants, then took out the clips he had prepared in advance, and gently clipped off each petal.His strength was neither light nor heavy, just right, not only just picked off the petals, but also did not leave any marks of clips on the petals.
Lingyin Temple uses a bag made of white silk to hold the epiphyllum petals, which is extremely soft.After they were finished, the abbot handed them each silk bag containing a petal, and Yun Xi accepted the gift after saluting.
After they walked out, the people in the queue at the back looked at them with envious eyes.
An old woman who went in with Yun Xi also said to her daughter-in-law: "Look, it really is because I am always sincere that the Buddha appeared."
The corners of Yun Xi's mouth twitched, what is the apparition, this is obviously her skill, okay?
She pinched the petals and planned to give them to grandma.In fact, in terms of feelings, she is actually closer to Du Zhoushi. After all, Du Zhoushi and Du Yifu raised her.It's just that Du Zhou believes in Taoism, so this thing doesn't mean much to her, it's better to give it to Mrs. Yu, a Buddhist.
By the time they returned to the box, Mrs. Yu had already woken up, holding a scroll of scriptures in her hand.
Yun Xi smiled and told Mrs. Yu about the petals they got just now, and Mrs. Yu looked joyful, "It can be seen that you are blessed, and this Lingyin Temple is really effective."
The corners of Yun Xi's mouth twitched. What does it have to do with the fact that the petals she got had to do with the spiritual success of Lingyin Temple.
She decided to give the petals to Mrs. Yu after returning home.
In the afternoon, they continued to accompany Mrs. Yu to worship every Buddha in Lingyin Temple, and Mrs. Yu also donated 200 taels of sesame oil money.Yun Xi also donated a few taels of silver symbolically.
When they returned to the wing room, packed their things, and prepared to go back.
Suddenly, the maid of Jiang's family came and brought some gifts.
The servant girl of Jiang's family blessed Fushen slightly, and said in a grateful tone: "My young master specially prepared a small gift for my wife after hearing that you ladies saved my wife, as a token of my heart."
Yun Xi was startled, because it was a thank you gift, so she didn't make any excuses.
"Is your wife okay?"
The servant girl twitched her lips and said, "Madam is fine." There was even a hint of joy between her brows and eyes.
After thanking her, the maid left.
Yun Xi looked at the gift, there were quite a few good things in this gift, a complete set of hairstyles, several colors of silk and satin, several boxes of tea, and several packets of medicinal herbs.
Put away the presents together with the things they brought, and prepare to get on the carriage and go back.
Yun Xi took a look and found that Lai San, Lan Xin and the others hadn't come back yet, only Wang Dazhu and the others were in charge of watching the carriage.
When Wang Dazhu saw them, he went up to meet them, helped carry the things up, and said, "Brother Lai and the others are also going to line up, waiting for the epiphyllum to bloom."
Yun Yao smiled and shook the beautiful bag in her hand, showing off: "We have waited for it."
Wang Dazhu showed an envious expression, "That's great, I just heard that two epiphyllum plants bloomed in the afternoon, and I didn't expect to be met by you."
Yun Xi thought for a while, and told him: "Go over and ask Lai San and the others. If they want to wait any longer, leave a carriage for them, and we will go back first."
Wang Dazhu nodded and trotted in.
Yun Xi let Mrs. Yu and the others go in first, and stood outside by herself.Yan Ling, Yun Yao and Xiao Si were all accompanying her, and Xiao Si was staring at the Epiphyllum petals in her hand, dazed in a daze.
Yanling chatted with her from time to time, mainly talking about the few books she found in the study at home yesterday.
Yun Xi suddenly saw Xiao Jiang who had only met at noon.She was coming out of the temple, and a handsome man beside her was supporting her with a gentle expression.
Yanling let out a "huh" and explained to Yun Xi in a low voice, "The man next to Little Jiang is her stepson Jiang Wenchuan. The two of them really have a good relationship as rumored. Although Little Jiang has no son , but with Jiang Wenchuan, a filial son, there should be no regrets."
Yun Xi felt that something was weird, but she couldn't tell what was weird.
"Plop..." She turned her head, but saw Xiao Si fainted, Yun Xi quickly helped her up, and patted her face.After a while, Xiao Si woke up slowly, her hands were cold, her body trembling slightly, as if she was afraid of something.
Yun Xi had never seen her like this before, she was about to speak, but Xiao Si held her hand tightly, and big tears poured out of her eyes.
After a while, she calmed down, wiped away her tears, smiled apologetically, and then returned to the carriage to sit down.
At this time, Wang Dazhu came back and said, "Brother Lai and Brother Lan let us go first, they want to continue queuing up to wait for the flowers to bloom."
If it wasn't for Yun Xi's difficulty in going to the male guest's place, she would definitely use her supernatural ability to directly make Epiphyllum bloom.
Wang Dazhu smiled meanly, "I think Brother Lai must have someone who wants to send flowers."
Yan Ling asked suspiciously: "Hey, does Lan Xin have someone else he wants to send? I didn't even notice that he was interested in any girl in the house."
Yun Xi smiled, "Then let's go back first."
On the way back, Yun Xi stopped by Mudanlou to order a table of dishes. She was not in the mood to cook today.Yan Ling and Yi Yun went home directly, and they made an agreement with Yun Xi to send some books over tomorrow.
Yun Xi pondered: Should I hold a meeting of the Daughter League in the next few days to borrow books from everyone.Of course, she will put a label on the books lent out, indicating which family generously lent them.Members of the Daughter League should be willing to do such a good thing that earns a good reputation among the scholars.
After the food was delivered, the sky darkened.
It was raining patter outside, looking at the rain, I'm afraid it will continue to fall for a while.
Yun Xi only hopes that the rain will stop tomorrow, otherwise it will be inconvenient for her to go out and buy books.If something like a book gets wet in the rain, it's not good.
After they finished their dinner, Lai San also came back, he was drenched all over.
Yun Xi asked: "What's the matter? Wait until the epiphyllum is gone?"
Lai San shook his head, "Don't mention it, it's raining so hard, and everyone is back, so why would we get caught in the rain over there?" He wiped his wet hair, and said, "As for Lan Xin, that idiot, I don’t know where the stubborn temper came from, so I have to wait there. I’m back, but he’s still standing there.”
Yun Xi smiled, "It can be seen that he is more persistent than you."
Lai San said: "However, I also bought an umbrella and a straw hat for him to take with him, so he shouldn't catch a cold. Let me tell you, it's raining so much, I'm afraid there won't be any flowers blooming at all. Miss, you are lucky, the daytime just happens It just happened to bloom."
However, although Lai San felt a little regretful, he quickly let go of the matter.if I get it I am lucky, but if not, it is fate.
Yun Xi thought about it, and told him about Xiao Si's abnormal behavior today.
After dinner, Xiao Si went back to the room and locked himself inside.Yun Xi thought about today's itinerary, and really couldn't figure out what went wrong.Obviously, Xiao Si was also very happy at the beginning.
Lai San was most concerned about this younger sister, and when he heard what Yun Xi said, he couldn't sit still, so he hurried to see her.
After a while, he came out anxiously, turning around in a hurry, "Little Si has a fever."
(End of this chapter)
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