Wanton Provocation: Little Rose of Blazing Love

After breakfast, it’s time to give the New Year’s money.

The Shen family is used to giving out lucky money at the dinner table, so everyone will not miss out.

As an elder, Mr. Shen prepared New Year's money for everyone.

The child was all smiles after receiving the red envelope.

After that, the other elders gave out red envelopes to the younger ones, and the scene was very happy.

After the New Year's money part was over, the others went back to their rooms to change clothes, and later went to the temple on the top of the mountain to pray for blessings.

This is also the tradition of the Shen family. On the first day of the new year, they go to worship Buddha and pray for a better new year.

Shen Yanzhou and Jiang Yunning also returned to the room. Jiang Yunning took a cursory look at the red envelopes in his hands - they were all given by his elders, totaling a few tens of thousands.

It's more than the New Year's money given out.

Jiang Yunning sighed: "The red envelopes given by my aunt and others are too big."

Shen Yanzhou smiled and said: "This is your first time celebrating the New Year here, so the red envelope is naturally big."

"Here, hand over mine too." Shen Yanzhou handed the red envelope in his hand to Jiang Yunning.

"It's not good." Jiang Yunning said, "Grandpa and the others gave this to you."

"It is also the Shen family's habit to hand over lucky money." Shen Yanzhou smiled, "Didn't you notice that my cousin also gave red envelopes to his wife?"

Jiang Yunning actually saw this.

In this case, she didn't say anything, since the money wasn't much anyway.

After changing their clothes, everyone set off.

First they drove to the middle of the mountain, but the subsequent road traffic could not drive up, so everyone had to get out of the car and walk up.

Shen Yanzhou and Jiang Yunning fell behind, watching the scenery while walking.

Others were in front, chatting and laughing, it was so lively.

The mountain road was not steep, but far away. After halfway up, Jiang Yunning's pace slowed down.

Shen Yanzhou noticed it and asked, "Shall I carry you up?"

Jiang Yunning waved his hand: "No, just walk slower."

Shen Yanzhou smiled, took out the thermos cup, poured a glass of warm water and handed it to her: "My physical strength is a bit low."

Jiang Yunning drank the water in one breath and glared at him: "It's not like you were tormenting people last night."

"Okay, my fault." Shen Yanzhou admitted her mistake smoothly, "Do you still want to drink?"

Jiang Yunning: "One more drink."

After drinking the water, Jiang Yunning felt better and looked at the road ahead: "How long until we arrive?"

No matter how she felt, there was no end in sight.

Shen Yanzhou said: "There are about ten minutes left. Wait until we get up this slope and walk a little further to get there."

"Then let's go." Jiang Yunning regained his composure.

Ten minutes later, everyone arrived at the temple gate. They saw brand-new Spring Festival couplets posted on the ancient gate. The fragrance of ink overflowed, and the words were filled with expectations for a better life in the coming year. Crossing the threshold and stepping into the temple, your eyes suddenly open up. The majestic halls, cornices, towering ancient trees, and long bronze bells make you feel as if you have stepped into a sacred world far away from the hustle and bustle of the world.

Many people come to burn incense, hoping for good luck on the first day of the Lunar New Year.

Pilgrims select their favorite incense candles in an orderly manner in front of the incense and candle shop. Some hold three sticks of fragrant incense, and some hold large bouquets of incense. They are all full of awe and full of wishes. The moment the incense is lit, the flames leap and smoke curls up, instantly drawing people's attention to the solemn and sacred Buddha statue.

They clasped their hands together, lowered their eyes, and silently recited the deepest wishes in their hearts, whether for the health of their families, for a successful career, or for academic progress. Every wisp of smoke carried a sincere expectation.

The hall is filled with Sanskrit sounds, the sound of wooden fish, and the monks chanting sutras as clear as spring water, washing away the dust in the soul. Listening to these voices, Jiang Yunning's mind seemed to be purified, and the irritability in his heart also dissipated.

Jiang Yunning followed the elders and walked clockwise around the Buddha statue, imitating them to touch the copper bell under the lotus seat. The bell sounded clear and melodious, as if in response to their prayers.

Occasionally, there are believers who devoutly kneel down on the futon and prostrate themselves on the ground. Their concentration and piety are moving.

After the incense came out, Jiang Yunning was attracted by the sound of bells not far away.

Walking over, I found that in the open space outside the temple, other people were lining up to ring the New Year's bell. Each bell was like a call through time and space, expressing gratitude for the past year and expectations for good luck in the coming year.

Some children, led by their parents, gently shook the blessing tree, trying to pick out the red blessing plaque hanging on it. Their innocent smiles and dancing figures added a bit of liveliness and vitality to the solemn temple.

Shen Qingxin asked with a smile: "Yun Ning wants to ring the bell? I heard it can ensure safety."

Jiang Yunning said with great interest: "Okay."

Shen Yanzhou accompanied them, and everyone else went to see the scenery around the temple.

Shen Qingxin and Jiang Yunning talked about interesting things: "Last year, I asked to be single as soon as possible, but I didn't expect to be single. The cousin who was traveling with me asked to have a baby early. Guess what?"

Shen Qingxin gave up.

Jiang Yunning was very cooperative: "Did you get pregnant successfully?"

"Not only that, they are still twins." Shen Qingxin said with a smile, "Her delivery date is coming soon, so she didn't come back. But we can go and see her then."

Jiang Yunning smiled and nodded: "Okay."

Shen Qingxin reached out and touched Jiang Yunning's arm: "So do you understand my hint?"

"what?"

"Hey, you can make a wish later... to get pregnant as soon as possible." Shen Qingxin lowered her voice, "You and Yanzhou have been married for three years, right? Aren't you in a hurry to have a baby?"

Jiang Yunning smiled and said, "We haven't planned this yet."

Shen Qingxin guessed: "Can't it be Shen Yanzhou?"

……

Jiang Yunning wanted to clarify - he was so good. Her waist was still sore and her legs were a little painful.

"No, no." Jiang Yunning waved her hand and defended her husband, "It's because we don't want children yet. As you know, Yanzhou and I are in the entertainment industry. Having children will not be good for our respective careers. We can wait until later. A few years."

Shen Qingxin nodded: "That's right. Alas, I was still thinking about having a little niece to play with."

Jiang Yunning smiled: "Sister Qingxin, why don't you want one for yourself? Your marriage to Mr. Lu will be this year, right?"

Shen Qingxin snorted: "Lu Yehan will make people angry. I don't want to give him a child."

Jiang Yunning understood. The young couple had a conflict.

But this was a matter between two people, and it was hard for her to say anything.

Fortunately, when it was time for them to ring the bell, Shen Qingxin's attention was no longer here.

Jiang Yunning rang the bell lightly and said silently in his heart - I hope that my family is healthy and happy, and that Shen Yanzhou is safe and in good health.

She opened her eyes and saw Shen Yanzhou clasping his hands together and closing his eyes.

It was a bit strange, she thought Shen Yanzhou didn't believe in gods and Buddhas.

After he finished making his wish, Jiang Yunning asked curiously: "Ayan, what were you asking for just now?"