Great Song

Since accepting the invitation that day, Zhen Qiong really changed her schedule, obediently ate and slept on time, and the dark circles under her eyes disappeared within two days.Nervously, he rummaged through the closet and picked out a new and luxurious Taoist robe, ready to wear it on New Year's Eve.

What is left to do?Zhen Qiong really didn't have any idea, but had another two nights of random dreams, which contained all kinds of chaos, which made people unbelievable.

So every morning when she woke up, Zhen Qiong would be in a daze for a while.Alas, if he had known this earlier, he should have taken a good look at the picture books shared by his seniors.

But it was too late to sharpen the gun.Ten days passed in a blink of an eye, and before he was ready mentally, Daguan Han came to invite him in person.

"Your brother looks pretty good today." Han Miao's eyes lit up when he saw the completely new Xiaodao.Today Zhen Qiong wore a bright blue dress, covered with embroidered clouds, and fluttering sleeves. Even in the cold winter, she would not be cumbersome. Her almond-like eyes are as handsome as a fairy boy in a painting.

Isn't he making so much effort just to look better?This robe was even used by Anping to burn incense!Being praised, Zhen Qiong didn't dare to reciprocate compliments such as "you are handsome today", so she just nodded in embarrassment.

This is celebrating the New Year with outsiders, are you a little shy?Han Miao's heart itched slightly, but he didn't dare to tease him any more, and led him to the front yard.Today is the night of reunion on New Year's Eve, all the servants who are not very important in the mansion have been sent home, and only a few close ones are left to celebrate with them.

At this moment, the sky has darkened, but the surroundings are brightly lit.Braziers were set up in many places, burning pine branches and atractylodes, the smoke was transpiring and it was as bright as day.There were five tables bustlingly set up in the courtyard, all of them were stewards and loyal servants of Xihan. When they saw the Patriarch and the Taoist leader, they all stood up to greet them.Han Miao also returned the salutes one by one, leading Zhen Qiong into the main hall.

"Oh, this dress really matches!" Zhen Qiong's Taoist robes were all handpicked by Mrs. Han, and she became more and more happy when she saw that he looked good in them. I miss you, I miss you so much.”

Mrs. Han wanted to invite Zhen Qiong to recite mantras to drive away evil spirits for her family during the New Year's Day (24th of the twelfth lunar month).However, Han Miao tried to persuade him with good words, saying that Daoist Zhen was a cultivator of alchemy, so he might not be as effective as those masters who practiced inner alchemy in talismans.Only then did Mrs. Han change her mind, and invited the elders she was familiar with in Chaoyuan Temple to cast spells and chant scriptures to see off the dead and welcome the new.

But even so, Mrs. Han still has a good impression of this little Taoist boy.After he sat down, he smiled and pointed to the side: "I didn't expect to get such a beautiful bottle. The Taoist priest really has a heart."

ah?Zhen Qiong turned her head to look over, and saw a three-foot-high glass bottle on the table beside it. I don't know if it was blown or molded. Although it was big, its shape was quite unique, and it was still light blue.A few fresh wintersweet branches are inserted in it, which is elegant and beautiful, and it is worth a lot of money at a glance.

Isn't this fired in a kiln? What does it have to do with him?However, before Zhen Qiong could say anything, a hand was placed on his forearm.Han Miao said with a smile: "The Taoist priest knows that my grandma likes plum blossoms, so it is my heart to give this fairy bottle. I only hope that my grandma's life will last forever."

Zhen Qiong felt that her hands were extremely hot, and immediately suppressed what she wanted to say, and nodded foolishly.

Mrs. Han couldn't see the problem inside, she nodded in satisfaction, and asked again: "The Taoist priest is very busy these days, and I don't know what he is refining? But medicine?"

"Hey, it's to purify a new thing. If you can find it, it will not only show the magic of good fortune, but it may also be of great use." Zhen Qiong immediately explained.Extracting new metals may be recorded in the annals of history, and maybe it will be of much use.

It's just that Mrs. Han heard these words, as if she was looking for some elixir for longevity, she immediately showed approval: "It really is a great merit."

Seeing that Zhen Qiong seemed a little nervous, she smiled and said: "Although Taoist Master Zhen studies Taoism intensively, he should have a good time on New Year's Eve. Since you live in the mansion, don't be restrained. Treat it as your own home.”

Mrs. Han also learned about the life experience of this little Taoist leader from her grandson, so she couldn't help feeling a little more affectionate.After finishing speaking, he told Han Miao, "The banquet is ready."

"In the family of scholars and concubines, sit around the stove, and you can't sleep at dawn, which is called keeping the year old." The big banquet on New Year's Eve will last all night, and you will eat by yourself until New Year's Day.Han Miao gave an order, and the dishes that flowed like water were brought up.

Where has Zhen Qiong seen such a scene?The tables were full of beautiful things, and the banquet was full of toasts. The shopkeepers in the courtyard kept coming in to toast, congratulate the old lady on her birthday, and congratulate the two lords on the new year.From time to time, a group of masked boys will appear, playing around like fools and idiots, to make them happy.The old lady laughed out loud at being teased, ordered someone to reward her with coins and snacks, and said to Han Xia with a little melancholy: "Xia'er should get married as soon as possible, and I am still thinking about having grandchildren."

Unexpectedly, grandma suddenly said this, Han Xia blushed immediately, and stammered: "It's all arranged by grandma and elder brother."

Seeing the appearance of her little grandson, Mrs. Han couldn't help but smile, and said to Han Miao: "Miao'er must pick and choose for him, he must be a dignified lady!"

Han Miao also joked with a smile: "Grandmother, don't worry, my grandson will definitely choose a good one for Ah Ya, so as not to be caught by someone after the announcement."

It is a tradition in the capital to catch a son-in-law under the list.Every year, I don't know how many wealthy businessmen and relatives wait for a good son-in-law to come on the day when the list is released.Although these words are meant to be ridiculed, they also have deep expectations.Mrs. Han was delighted to hear that, no matter how shy Han Xia was, she had to cooperate with her elder brother to make grandma happy.

Mrs. Han took advantage of the situation and taught her little grandson to abide by the family rules and not to take concubines casually.The lineage of Xihan is originally a concubine, and I know its suffering well.Therefore, since leaving Dazong, there is only the main wife in the family, and there are no other concubines and maidservants.In this way, although the population of West Korea is not prosperous, compared with the big family members who compete for family property, they have more strong family ties and fewer worries.

This chanting seemed to be rambling, which made Zhen Qiong, an outsider, stare wide-eyed.Is this the legendary "marriage reminder"?He grew up in a Taoist temple, so he had never seen this before.Wait, Han Xia is only sixteen or seventeen, and she is about to be urged to marry. Why is no one urging Han Miao?

Stealing a glance to the side, he happened to bump into those smiling eyes. With a "gudong", Zhen Qiong swallowed her saliva and quickly moved her eyes away.Yeah, that's right, didn't he bring himself here, how could he be urged?

Zhen Qiong's ups and downs were just because of anxiety, but the people around him chuckled and whispered in his ear: "Your brother, are you tired? I will take you to watch the lantern later."

Xu Shi drank alcohol, his words were full of alcohol, making people feel intoxicated.Zhen Qiong felt her heart beating like a drum, her scalp was numb, her hands were tightly clutched on her knees, and she didn't dare to move.Obviously amused by his appearance, Han Miao smiled, turned his head away, and continued to tease his brother for his grandmother.

This is something he had discussed with his grandmother a long time ago.His family is different from others, Han Xia is going to get a job sooner or later, the marriage should be sooner rather than later.His marriage should not be rushed, but the family business should come first, and he should not act recklessly.If you pick the wrong person, it will ruin the situation.

Such persuasion naturally gained the grandmother's attention to the younger brother.He sang along side by side, which made the whole hall cheer.

When the branches are on the moon, the wine and food are full, the remnant seats are removed, and fruit and pastries are replaced.Mrs. Han started to feel a little weak, so Han Xia stepped forward to help her pinch her legs and beat her back, telling some anecdotes from books.Han Miao said to the two: "There are no firecrackers at home. I will take Daoist Zhen to the watchtower to have a look."

Mrs. Han nodded with a smile: "Go, remember to come back later and have a meal before going to sleep."

The two brothers of the Han family are still in the filial piety period, so it's fine to eat wine and watch the year. It's not good to set off firecrackers indiscriminately.When the time comes, burn a piece of bamboo, and then dump the ashes.But for Daoist Zhen who was a guest, it was still a bit deserted.This proposal is just to show the friendship of the landlord, how could Mrs. Han not agree?

Han Miao bowed to his grandmother with a smile, took Zhen Qiong's hand, and walked out of the room.Instead of going through the main entrance, they went around the side door to avoid the lively banquet in the front yard.Even though people are avoided, the night is not peaceful, the sound of firecrackers is continuous, and the screaming and laughing of children can be heard from a distance.Even the chill that hit my face when I went out was also driven away by the joy of New Year's Eve.

Zhen Qiong didn't feel cold at all, on the contrary, his body was extremely hot, not only his grasped hands, but even his face and chest felt faintly hot, as if he was about to break out in sweat.The watchtower they were going to was in the main courtyard, and it was a small three-story building.Standing upstairs, you can see outside the mansion.Xi Han's mansion is not in the city, but at this moment, he can see the fireworks in Anyang city clearly, not to mention the commotions from the neighbors far and near.

Standing in front of the railing with Zhen Qiong, Han Miao pointed out: "Over there is Dazong's ancestral house. At the end of each year, colorful fireworks will be set off, which is more splendid than the city."

Perhaps it was a coincidence, as soon as he finished speaking, a cloud of light rose above the spacious mansion.Colorful, bright as clouds, rushing into the sky with the sound of screaming, bursting out a piece of sky fire.

Han Miao stopped talking immediately, only staring at the scenery over there.At that time, his father also took him to stand on the watchtower, watching a large number of fireworks, and told him how much a firework cost.What is father thinking about Dazong?Do you want to blend in and return to the big world?Or do you want his brothers to be taught by famous teachers and relatives to help?Or maybe it was just to repay Han Xianggong for his kindness... He never guessed it, but unfortunately, now he can't find anyone to confide in.

The sea of ​​flowers is so beautiful that it is dazzling, but it dissipates in an instant.Not long after, the bright haze was completely ignited, and was replaced by deafening firecrackers again.

Only then did Han Miao come back to his senses, and realized his gaffe.Today he came to take Zhen Qiong to enjoy the fireworks, not for these past events.Turning his head, he smiled at Zhen Qiong: "The fireworks are really eye-catching, brother, do you know where the colors come from?"

This is a joke and a cover-up, just a casual question.

"The red ones are calcium, the green ones are copper, the blue ones are iron, the gold ones are charcoal, and some refined salt..." Zhen Qiong immediately became nervous and began to talk incessantly.

He wasn't in the mood to appreciate the fireworks. He was just looking at the profile of the person next to him, and he always felt a little sad.On New Year's Eve, how can you look at fireworks like this?Even talking now, the smile has changed!How could Zhen Qiong be in the mood to joke?Isn't it just some fireworks, he wished he could tell the other party everything he knew in his chest!

Han Miao was so perceptive that he immediately noticed the comforting meaning in Zhen Qiong's words.For a person as dull as he, he can see that something is wrong, and still wants to comfort himself?With a raised eyebrow, Han Miao couldn't help laughing, laughing so much that he almost lost his grace.This trail is really different from others.

Holding Zhen Qiong's hand again, he bent his eyes: "Your brother is really knowledgeable, I'm afraid nothing will trouble you. Come, follow me downstairs, and go to the study."

What are you looking at?As soon as this thought came to his mind, that warm hand held his arm firmly.Zhen Qiong's heartbeat accelerated suddenly, and she felt hot again.

No, don't panic.He has already bathed, several times, and used a lot of bath beans. He is absolutely white and clean, fragrant and smooth.Wait, did you bring the vial with the glycerin in it?Feeling anxious, Zhen Qiong wished she could touch her bosom immediately.Although I don't know what glycerin is used for, but the brothers mentioned that it is always better to bring it...

He didn't know what was going on in his mind, he stumbled and followed Han Miao's footsteps, and walked downstairs.