Dressed as an actor in the Qing Dynasty

The unicorn does not move the stove to smoke, and the peacock slowly opens its fan to return.

The jade table comes from the north pole of the sky, and the red clothes are only in the middle of the hall.

In the prosperous winter solstice, the celebration ceremony of the imperial court was grand and extravagant, with a nine-foot gold-plated kylin incense burner, hundreds of peacock fans lined up left and right, the officials held court congratulatory gifts, and the imperial court ordered the chief to perform sacrifices to Yuanqiu.

The winter solstice in the capital is as big as a new year, and it is rare to see such a lively scene inside and outside the palace, in the court and in the court.

The courtesy is not inferior to the common people.Ordinary people's celebrations can't compare to the ostentation of the court, but they also have their own ways of celebrating.

In the north, like the capital city, dumplings must be eaten during the winter solstice, while wontons are eaten in the south.

There is a saying about eating dumplings. It is said that Zhang Zhongjing, a famous doctor, saved many lives on the day of the winter solstice by using herbs to dispel the cold together with mutton and making dumplings. This has become a custom and has been handed down. Shaped like ears, eating dumplings during the winter solstice will not freeze the ears.

During the winter solstice, one must also offer sacrifices to one's ancestors, act as chiefs, and long teachers.

Worshiping the ancestors is also called enjoying the ancestors, since they worship the ancestors with delicious food.

The so-called wearing shoes refers to presenting socks to the elders and uncles, welcoming the blessings and practicing the elders, which means extending the life of the elders.

The ancients respected teachers and respected Taoism. They were teachers for one day and fathers for life.

The commercial houses in the first and second-class wealthy places in the capital are now also decorated with lanterns and festoons, exaggerating the lively atmosphere.

Although Su Bao'er was not happy, he followed the custom to salute Shang Chengen politely and called him master.

Except for Shang Chengen's one concubine, Shang Chengjun's three concubines, and other servants in the mansion, Master Shang, Mrs. Shang, the merchant's third son and Su Baoer were all sitting around the table.

Su Bao'er has been in the mansion for some time, because of the importance of the eldest son and the relationship between him and the second son in name, Master Shang has long stopped treating him as an outsider, and Mrs. Shang also loves him very much, so today she also stays. Having dinner with him, Su Baoer hindered the usual care of Mrs. Shang and Mrs. Shang, so it was hard to give up the hospitality. She only hoped that the meal would be over soon so that he could go out of the city to see his brother.

Having not seen Su Qingchi for many months, Su Baoer's nose was sore from thinking about it, and the corners of her eyes were red. She was eagerly looking forward to running back to see his brother, and she was content to hear him scolding and scolding a few times.

On the way, someone brought the young master, and the attention of Master Shang and Mrs. Shang turned to the hundred-day-old baby in their infancy, and the eating scene became really lively.

Su Baoer has always liked children, so she couldn't help but take a few more glances at him, seeing him carved in powder and jade, just like a white and soft meat bun, she liked it even more, so the depression that was full of her belly dissipated a little, and she was able to eat well after a meal Also harmony.

After the meal, Mr. Shang hugged his grandson and went to tease him alone. The rest of the people also broke up the rules and left early to enjoy themselves.

The young master and young lady of the Qiu family came to visit, Shang Chengjun had just stepped out of the door, and Qiu Zhongwen, who had just met Mrs. Shang over there, chased after him and pulled him by the arm, dragging him aside, "I haven't seen you for a few days, how do you You've lost so much weight? My father bought some good things from outside the Great Wall the day before yesterday, and I just happened to show them to you."

Qiu Zhongwen said so, but his eyes flicked around. Seeing that there was no one else around, he put his arms around Shang Chengjun's neck and gnawed frantically, grabbed Shang Chengjun's collar, and dragged him into the room.

Qiu Ling'er was originally born to be pleasing, with pink cheeks and black eyebrows, but now she is dressed in peach red again, her wide sleeves are trimmed with colored threads, and the buttons on her placket are full of exquisiteness. This is even more charming, Mrs. Shang has long regarded Qiu Linger as her daughter-in-law, and she liked it when she saw it, she held her hand and said something considerate, and then beckoned her eldest son to accompany Qiu Linger to relax .

Shang Chengde was anxious, excused that there was a problem with the store's inventory, and without waiting for Mrs. Shang's answer, he hurriedly slipped out the door with Su Baoer. Mrs. Shang was bitter, "This child."

Qiu Ling'er didn't care, but instead said a few good words for Shang Chengde.

Mrs. Shang felt that she was well-behaved and sensible, so she pulled her into the room and said sweet words.

Now that the restaurants and shops are on strike, people are drinking under the curtains, and the people of the entire Beijing city are running around with baskets and boxes to congratulate each other, which is completely festive.

The snow this year was extremely heavy, and even wearing thick cotton shoes with a thousand-layer bottom and new wadding could not stop the chill. Shang Chengde and Su Baoer lowered their heads and folded their sleeves, stepping on the snow against the wind. A scarlet silk and satin fur hood with a solid cotton core, fine animal hair ear protectors, and a large hood draped over the shoulders, but it also keeps out a lot of cold air.

The alleys with white walls and black tiles are shining brightly under the reflection of the white snow. At the end of the alleys, there are no bustling street stalls at the end of the alleys. The taste of the New Year, I went home to do the festival.

A secluded courtyard at the end of the alley, the courtyard door was slightly closed, obviously the owner of the courtyard did not go out.

Shang Chengde stood still at the gate of the courtyard, clasped his hands and rubbed them together, stomped his feet a few times to shake off the falling snow, and then pushed the door open, "Qingchi..."

In the middle of the yard, where the vines are hidden, a man in white stands, holding a green bamboo broom, and is gently sweeping the snow on the ground. The fine bamboo branches rub against the bluestone board, making a slight rustling sound. The green bamboo is stained with white snow, and the bluestone board Reflecting the sable fur and white robe, it looks like a banished fairy.

Hearing the sound, the man turned around slowly, with a smile on his lips, and his voice was clear and moist, "Green Ant's new fermented wine, a small red clay stove. It's going to snow in the evening, can you have a drink?"

The small flower pot heater crackled on the shelf, and the red charcoal fire reflected the cheeks of several people present.

If you don't count the sudden appearance of Shang Chengen, there are actually no outsiders here. Several people sit cross-legged in front of the low table. There are warm quilts on the four sides of the low table. The low table is specially made by skilled craftsmen. There is a round hole in the center of the table. , happened to be able to put down a heater, and the heating was accumulated under the table. There was a copper plate on the table, and a slender white porcelain pot was placed in the middle of the copper plate. The aroma of wine overflowed, elegant and mellow.

Su Qingchi was afraid of the cold, but as long as conditions allowed, he would not treat him badly, so this also made the other three people present take advantage of it.

Inside the small room, there is not even a trace of cold air, but wisps of exquisite smoked incense mist linger wantonly in the room, filling the room with warm fragrance, so intoxicating.

Although Shang Chengen has only been here once before, and even stood at the gate of the courtyard for half a stick of incense, he is very familiar with this dark fragrance. Every day when his brother returns home from outside, he always carries a few strands on his clothes. This elegant aroma is different from the smell of powder.

No one in the room spoke, everyone held the tea cups in front of them and lowered their heads to sip.

Shang Chengde coughed, he didn't expect to meet Shang Chengen on the way, and what surprised him even more was that he asked to be with them.

Forget it, the two brothers had an unpleasant quarrel before, and since he knew his mistake, he should bring him here to make amends to Su Qingchi this time, so this is how the four of them are sitting at the same table now.

"Qingchi, um, last time..." Shang Chengde was thinking in his mind how to speak more tactfully.

"I was the one who was reckless last time." Shang Chengen took the initiative to speak.

Su Qingchi's expression remained unchanged, as if he hadn't heard of it, he still held the teacup in one hand and sipped carefully.

Knowing Su Qingchi's temper, Shang Chengde held his hand, "Qingchi, since Cheng En has admitted his mistake, for my sake, forgive him?"

Su Qingchi squinted at him with lowered eyes, and Shang Chengde's heart swayed, he squeezed his hand and said, "Anyway, the fault last time was all on Cheng En's shoulders. You don't need to tell me today, I also want to be with you." Get him drunk together."

"How dare I remember the grudge against the merchant's second young master." Su Qingchi twitched his hands, his tone sour.

Looking at Su Qingchi's thin lips, Shang Chengde couldn't help reaching out and pinching the corner of his mouth, "You."

Su Baoer's jaw almost dropped.

Shang Chengen looked away from the two of them, and frowned subconsciously, but it was soon submerged under his cold face, and no expression could be seen.

Su Qingchi glanced at him and snorted coldly in his heart.He did not tell the truth to Shang Chengde about what happened that day. Shang Chengde still thinks that there was a misunderstanding between the two of them that day. When Eun kissed him forcefully, he bit off the other's tongue.

If Shang Chengde knew what his second brother did, it might not be just about the punch.

Su Qingchi has never been a good talker, and now even though he doesn't care too much about Shang Chengen for Shang Chengde's sake, it doesn't mean that he doesn't hold grudges, if that's the case, he won't let Su Baoer go with Shang Cheng Grace martial arts.

It is not too late for a gentleman to take revenge.

The two people's eyes met, and they moved away from each other. The surface was calm, but the tide was turbulent in the dark.

The three of them had eaten earlier, and they were not very hungry now, but after Su Qingchi served the dishes and poured the wine, the three of them cooperated with him to eat some.There is no jade plate delicacies, but some common dishes, freshly picked and fried, looking around, except for a plate of bacon, green vegetables and tofu, and a plate of pickled spicy cabbage, the rest are seven or eight dishes of dipping sauce.

Shang Chengen obviously couldn't understand these dishes, so he frowned and glanced at Su Qingchi.

After a while, the small flower stove in the center of the table was removed and replaced with a large crackling copper stove. Crisp and tender ginger slices and emerald white scallions are rolled together with the hot soup, and there are crispy pork bones at the bottom of the pot. Sometimes I can't help drooling.

"Why are you so anxious, bring those pots of sliced ​​meat and lettuce." Su Qingchi reached out and knocked off Su Baoer's monkey paw.

Su Baoer drooled, ran out in a hurry, and shivered when he entered the room, stomped his feet, threw off his shoes hurriedly, and got into the belly of the table in socks to keep warm, "Mother, it's even more like a cold cellar outside. , I only went out for a while, and my ears were about to freeze off."

Su Qingchi reached out and put the mutton slices as thin as cicada's wings into the shabu-shabu. The thin and transparent slices of meat went in and flicked around. When they came up, they looked tempting with red oil. Su Qingchi was hungry earlier. , Naturally, regardless of others, eat first and then talk.

Su Baoer grunted, swallowed her saliva, exchanged a glance with Shang Chengde, frantically lifted her chopsticks, and joined the fight. For a moment, the fragrance was overflowing, but she burrowed into her nose vigorously, desperately hooking the glutton in her belly .

Shang Chengen glanced at the cheerfully smiling Shang Chengde who was fighting with Su Baoer for the meat slices, the corners of his mouth curled up, and he glanced at Su Qingchi, the rare curve of his lips curled down again.

Su Qingchi raised an eyebrow at him, and just at this moment, Shang Chengde picked up a piece of meat for him, dipped it in sauce and put it to his mouth.

Su Qingchi smiled, and ate with his chopsticks.

The lips, which are obviously born with bad luck, are so alluring at this time, Shang Chengde can't help but look at them obsessively.

Shang Chengen frowned uncontrollably, in exchange for Su Qingchi's sharp gaze that pierced people's hearts.

It turned out to be the case.

A meal, except for Shang Chengen, the other three people ate comfortably. While Su Baoer yelled spicy, he stuffed sliced ​​meat into his mouth with all his might. His mouth was full of spicy oil, and he exhaled loudly. Xu was happy, Shang Chengde He no longer sticks to etiquette and image, and eats boldly.

After the meal, Su Bao'er howled with a stomach ache. It seemed that she was overwhelmed by eating, and was driven out by Su Qingchi to digest.

There were only three people left in the room. At first, Shang Chengde was able to hold a conversation between the two of them, but then he couldn't sit still. A few days ago, there were a lot of miscellaneous things in the business, and he couldn't find time to get close to Su Qingchi. It is rare to have a free day today. I originally wanted to be intimate with Su Qingchi, but unexpectedly Shang Chengen appeared, and this second brother is not a person who can wink, but this time it is difficult for him.

"Hey, that, Cheng En, do you have something else to do this afternoon?" By now, he should understand.

Unexpectedly, Shang Chengen said, "I don't have anything important this afternoon."

"By the way, didn't you say that you ordered a pair of saddles, it's time to pick them up today."

"It's okay, it's not too late to go tomorrow."

Shang Chengde had never felt that the second brother was so difficult, and after thinking about it, he wanted to talk again, but Shang Chengen turned his eyes, "Why do I feel that the elder brother wants to drive me away?"

"How could it be, ha ha." Shang Chengde smiled wryly in secret, and secretly held Su Qingchi's hand tightly, rubbing it.

Su Qingchi glanced at the two of them, got up and brushed off his robes, "I see that you guys are having a good time talking, so I won't disturb you here. I got up early today, and I'm a little tired, so excuse me."

"Qingchi..." Shang Chengde groaned in his heart, he and Shang Chengen looked up and down every day, so there was nothing to say.

Seeing that Su Qingchi really lifted the curtain and went out, Shang Chengde didn't care about anything, and got up to chase him out.

"Brother, sit down, I have something to say to you."

Shang Chengde originally wanted to say that he had something to say later, but when he turned around and saw Shang Chengen's serious expression, he glanced at the slightly rippling bead curtain, and finally sat down, "Say it."