Chapter 38
Chapter 38
Xuyang City is extremely prosperous, and at night, the lights are brightly lit, the streets are full of pedestrians, and the market is very lively.All kinds of steaming food are steaming white at night, warm and fragrant.All kinds of objects on the booth are exquisite and interesting, such as snuff bottles, agates, rhombuses... a dazzling array.
Xuyang City is next to the river. Walking through the market, you can see countless boats painted on the river, and in the distance, you can see the shadows of flowers and shimmering lights. It turned out to be lotus lanterns scattered on the water.
Wen Shugeng and Gu Zhishi walked on the arch bridge, and saw the city full of yellow and warm lights, and the intoxicating fragrance of the wine shop not far away could be smelled in the air, the men were all well-dressed, talking eloquently and full of knowledge.The woman is also graceful and moving, her steps are swaying, and the pearls and jade are crisp and jingling.
Wen Shugeng lived in the deep mountains for a long time, although he learned about the world of mortals from books, he didn't know until now that his imagination was too shabby.He looked around curiously, looking at the lotus lantern under the bridge that was blown away by the wind like a child.
"In such a rich place, there are a large number of natural talents, no wonder the number one village in the world is located here." He said.
The wind flowed to his temples, and a few strands of hair were scattered on his head. Gu Zhishi raised his hand to gently brush his hair, and looked towards the left front while holding him.
It is an exaggeration to reach the heights of the sky and reach the stars.But seeing the magnificent building in front of him is also shocking.The sky was dark blue and pure, and the building looked down upon the world, as high as a hundred feet, showing a merciless aura of oppressiveness.And it is extremely arrogant, the top eaves and corners fly high, and a full moon is directly above its head.It seems that the ice wheel is just a decoration.
The moonlight flowed on it, slightly blue and cold, making it even more holy and cold as ice.
Everyone around looked up at the tall building and was amazed.From their conversations, the two of them knew that tonight was the night for appreciating the moon as agreed in Xuyang City.Every fifteenth day, the lights of Jietianlou are extinguished, leaving only the moonlight flowing down, just like a waterfall hanging from the sky.
Wen Shugeng couldn't help opening his lips slightly, and said in disbelief: "What kind of material is this building made of? It seems to be able to absorb the moonlight. The surrounding area is pitch black, and only this place is left shining brightly. It's really weird."
He was still in astonishment, but he didn't realize that a man in a fancy dress beside him was also amazed by his demeanor.The man shook his fan slowly, looked at him with a smile and said, "Is this young master a foreigner?"
Wen Shugeng turned his head and saw that this man was handsome, so he said: "Yes. It's just a newcomer, so let the young master see the joke."
The man said: "People in the world are blinded by the beautiful scenery in front of them, and often forget to look at the essence. You have insight into the abnormality, you are cute and straightforward, how can you make people laugh?" He was full of praise, and his eyes fell directly on Wen Shugeng's face .
Wen Shugeng felt slightly displeased. Although this man was gentle and polite, his eyes were reserved but ambiguous.Before he could say anything, Gu Zhishi took his hand and wrote casually: "I will pull out the tongue of anyone who laughs at you."
The man froze, and seeing Gu Zhishi's extraordinary demeanor, he guessed that he was a martial arts practitioner.
Wen Shugeng laughed out loud, looked up at Gu Zhishi slightly and said, "Okay, so you are so vicious, do you always pretend to be in front of me?"
Gu Zhishi was a little embarrassed, and whispered: "I won't kill you."
That man is also a man who can read eyes, and when he saw their wide sleeves intertwined, he also tactfully concealed his admiration, and said seriously: "Everyone in the world knows the majestic appearance of Jietian Tower, but they don't know that the people of Xuyang City enjoy talking about it." The truth is, it is the wonderful sight of the hairpin moon every fifteenth."
Wen Shugeng said: "Zanyue? This name is just right, and it has its essence."
The man was quite complacent, and continued: "Every full moon night, Jietianlou monopolizes the moonlight and absorbs the moon spirit. It has been nourished by the heaven and the earth. It has a history of a hundred years. It communicates with the heaven and the earth and protects the blessings of this place. Therefore, it has become a A good story in town."
Gu Zhishi looked at the strange scenery in front of him, and said thoughtfully: "No wonder Jietian Tower is well known in the world, but the sight of Zanyue has never been heard before."
That moon waterfall was like a flying stream, and the height of the building was too cold.Who would believe it was real if they hadn't seen it with their own eyes?
Wen Shugeng slightly bent his lips, and said in a low voice: "Such a strange building, wouldn't it make the people in the city flock to it? There are no one who comes to the building in person, such as the rich and powerful, the luxurious and the gentry?"
The man waved his hands when he heard the words, with an inscrutable expression, he said: "Ya Ri is heavily guarded, how can you ask ordinary people to go to Jietian Tower?"
Wen Shugeng was taken aback.Yarizhuang actually has a relationship with Jietianlou?
The man refused to speak any more.I just want to chat with the two of the local customs and customs again, in order to fulfill the friendship of the landlord.
Wen Shugeng declined his kindness, saying that he was tired from the journey and wanted to find a place to live, so he would not disturb his pleasure of enjoying the moon.
The man watched Wen Shugeng leave with some regret.Shen Lang's waist is thin, but he is like Xiaoxiao in the evening rain, moving on the clouds.
Wen Shugeng was held by Gu Zhishi's hand, and said as he walked, "It seems that Ziyu doesn't know that Jietianlou is so mysterious, so let's find an inn nearby and wait for him."
Smelling a burst of fragrance at the tip of his nose, Wen Shugeng's heart moved, and he said again: "Why don't you have a drink and see if the drunk Mr. Gu will kill me?"
Gu Zhishi didn't know whether to laugh or cry: "You drink as much as you want, what are you doing in circles? Even if you drink three thousand cups, I won't kill you."
Wen Shugeng smiled, held Gu Zhishi's hand tightly, and stepped into a restaurant.
There are many tourists that night, and the window of the restaurant is a good place to enjoy the moon, and the asking price is extremely high.However, Gu Zhishi was the leader of the sect after all, and he was generous, and took Wen Shugeng to sit in the best place.
Wen Shugeng propped his chin with his hands, blinked his eyes twice, and said: "With the support of the leader, I'm afraid I will walk sideways in the future."
Gu Zhishi felt that his appearance was extremely cute, so she couldn't hold back and took his hand from under the table, and scratched his palm twice: "You can walk upright."
"How to walk vertically?" Wen Shugeng said with a smile, "Fly over the eaves and walk on the wall, and be a gentleman on the beam?"
Gu Zhishi looked at his lips: "From my mouth to the bridge of the nose, and then to the center of the eyebrows."
Wen Shugeng understood immediately, his face was red.
Where did Gu Zhishi say such a thing before?After blurting out the words, the bases of his ears turned red quietly, but seeing Wen Shugeng's obedient and shy appearance, he felt very moved.
When he was a master in the past, naturally he didn't dare to go beyond the distance.Now, he knows the taste by taste, and secretly thinks shamelessly: I still want to tease him.I love him so much.
Xiao Er brought glutinous rice wine, which was clear and fragrant.The porcelain white cup was filled with translucent orange red rice wine, Gu Zhishi took a sip, it was thick and soft, with a sweet aftertaste.
Wen Shugeng drank one cup after another, leaning against the window to watch the moonlight over there.There was a thin blush on the cheeks, making him even more handsome.
Gu Zhishi also looked at him, drinking unconsciously.When he was a teenager, he was coaxed by his master to drink grapefruit wine all night. He suffered from headaches for many days and suffered unspeakably.Although glutinous rice wine is not intoxicating, it can also make him a little erratic.
Bang!Suddenly there was a loud noise.
Gu Zhishi frowned, turned her head and saw that a jug had been smashed, the fragments were scattered, and the wine splashed.
Looking up, I saw a man dressed as a servant glaring at him.It can be seen that the poor wine was destroyed in his hands.
The shopkeeper went upstairs with a very ugly face, and begged the man: "Master, calm down. It's not that we don't do your business, it's because your master, Shenlong, never comes. We keep it." The seat is useless!"
The servant gave him a hard look: "My son will come whenever he wants! Why did you go back on your word and give up my son's exclusive seat to these people?"
Wen Shugeng and Gu Zhishi looked at each other, and they both understood a little bit.The owner of this servant wanted to have some influence in the area and wanted to take over the place, but his whereabouts were uncertain.The shopkeeper was a businessman, so he naturally refused to stop doing business, so he raised the price and let the two of them take that person's seat first.
The shopkeeper was obedient, and whispered: "I didn't know that the master would come tonight. I haven't come for several months, and this is only the first time for me."
Gu Zhishi's face was cold.Although he despises this family's bullying behavior, but the shopkeeper's dishonesty is his own fault.
The shopkeeper rolled his eyes, and the shopkeeper had no choice but to put on a bitter face, and begged Gu Zhishi in a low voice: "My lords, I'm really sorry. But it's a small business, and I really can't afford to offend that master. I beg you two." Move a seat, can I refund your money?"
Seeing that Wen Shugeng liked this position very much, Gu Zhishi naturally refused, and said coldly: "First come, first served, etiquette cannot be dismissed."
The servant was furious and shouted angrily: "Do you think you are worthy to sit here?"
Gu Zhishi stood up.His appearance is a hundred times better than that of ordinary people, and he is also tall and straight, with a cold and menacing brow, which makes people feel awe.His fingers were already on the hilt of the sword, and the atmosphere was tense for a while.
The shopkeeper is a timid person, already scared out of his wits, he just wants to cry and howl.The servant, however, was really like a man leaning against a big tree, he was still quite calm, he only stared at Gu Zhishi ferociously.
Wen Shugeng is not a troublemaker.Just as he was about to speak to avoid bloodshed here, he heard the footsteps of a person coming up the stairs and his steady voice: "It's a trivial matter, why bother to offend everyone? I'll just change my position."
Wen Shugeng was startled, this voice...
But I saw a person walking slowly from the top of the stairs, he was imposing and handsome.
Wen Shugeng couldn't help calling out: "Hongge."
The man paused, and suddenly saw him, his eyes brightened: "Brother Wen?"
Li Hongge came striding over, held his hand excitedly, and said, "I never expected to see you again so soon. I will miss you so much after a few months."
Wen Shugeng couldn't hide his joy: "Are you okay? The situation was so dangerous at that time, I was very worried that you would not be able to escape unscathed."
Gu Zhishi looked at Li Hongge's hand that dared to touch him coldly, feeling very dazzling.
Li Hongge noticed his gaze, and slowly let go of his hand, wondering, "This is it? Where's Brother Song?"
When Ziyu was mentioned, Wen Shugeng was a little worried again, and withdrew his hand, the excitement has subsided now.
"This is Gu Yi, and I am walking with him now. After you left that day, another group of people chased me and Ziyu. I was weak that day, and Ziyu separated from me in order to protect me."
Li Hongge was greatly surprised, and suggested: "Why don't you go to my house, let's talk in detail tonight, and I'll host a banquet to cleanse the dust for you."
Wen Shugeng and Li Hongge had been together for several days, and they considered them confidants for a while, so naturally they would not refuse.He turned his head to look at Gu Zhishi.
Li Hongge said decently: "I also ask Mr. Gu to move to the humble house. I don't know what to do?"
Gu Zhishi naturally wants to be with Wen Shugeng.
That servant knew he was wrong, and hid at the back all the way, for fear of being seen by Gu Zhishi and offending his master's guests.
Gu Zhishi didn't have time to pay attention to him, seeing Li Hongge and Wen Shugeng having a happy conversation, he felt panicked in his heart, and his face became colder and colder.
After talking, Wen Shugeng finally understood Li Hongge's current situation.He fled the pursuit that day, rushed back to Yarizhuang full of indignation, swore in front of the ancestral tablet that he had never done anything unrighteous, and asked his father and elder brother to give him justice.
He argued hard, with a sad and indignant expression.How can the owner of Yarizhuang be deceived by others?He is not ignorant of what happened to Li Hongge in the past, he chose to believe Li Hongge after hearing his confession, but he didn't want his brothers to turn against each other, so he forced the two to restore their old friendship.However, the two still fought fiercely in private, and kept fighting secretly.
Li Hongge snorted coldly: "Brother is obedient and disobedient, how can he hurt people behind his back? Father turns a blind eye. How can I be willing to let him manipulate me?"
He looked at Wen Shugeng sincerely: "Brother Wen, you will always remember what you said that day. I am not that kind of person, and I will fight for justice for myself!"
During the banquet, there was no room for Gu Zhishi to interrupt, so there was only drinking one cup after another.As soon as he swallowed the cool and choking wine, Wen Shugeng held his hand under the table.
Gu Zhishi's heart softened, and then a little bit sour, she spread her fingers aggrievedly, and interlocked with him.
Wen Shugeng said: "Ziyu and I met in Jietianlou. But I don't know when he will come."
Li Hongge smiled and said: "It's not difficult. The guards of Jietianlou are all guarded by Yarizhuang disciples. You can draw me a portrait of Brother Song, and I will let them see it. As soon as you see someone, bring him here immediately." .”
The discerning servant immediately prepared the Four Treasures of the Study, and invited Wen Shugeng to the study.
Wen Shugeng writes like flying, without thinking, and the paintings are already lifelike.
Li Hongge sighed: "Brother Wen can be called a master of painting."
Wen Shugeng said: "It's just familiarity. If I can't even draw Ziyu's face, then I should be ashamed."
The two were talking, but Gu Zhishi casually looked at the study's furnishings.The white jade brush washer on the table is elegant in style, the jade is warm and moist, and the plum branches are embossed, which seems to be able to faintly smell the fragrance.Even though Gu Zhishi is not a person who is good at dancing and writing, she is fascinated by its delicacy.
He stretched out his hand to pick it up, played with it for a while, and felt more delicate to the touch, and regretted it for a while: the piece of jade he gave Wen Shugeng was too ordinary, and he had to give him a better one.
Just about to put the brush back to its original place, Gu Zhishi's hands suddenly trembled, and his pupils dilated.
Under the panic, Gu Zhishi quickly calmed down, he naturally put it back to its original place, and looked carefully at the other ornaments on the table as if nothing had happened.
After going around in a circle, he returned to Wen Shugeng's side, and the scroll was already dry.The human temperament in the painting is so dusty, it must be unforgettable.
Li Hongge was still smiling, arranged a room for the two of them, and said: "You must be tired tonight, Brother Wen, let's have a long talk tomorrow."
He looked at Gu Zhishi again, and Gu Zhishi nodded slightly at him.
When she stepped out of the study room, Gu Zhishi's face sank like water.He couldn't make a mistake, he was very familiar with the place where the brush was placed and the shallow carvings on the table.
Li Hongge was definitely not as sincere as he appeared to be.
Li Hongge's butler arranged two rooms for them.The servant who led the way sent them to the door with a light on, and said to Wen Shugeng: "This is your room. Mr. Gu, please follow me."
Gu Zhishi said: "I still have some things to discuss with him. Just arrange this room, don't bother."
The servant looked at him with some embarrassment: "How can you neglect a distinguished guest?"
Wen Shugeng smiled and said: "We are not formal when we are traveling in the rivers and lakes. You can go on with peace of mind."
The little servant, of course, could not comment on the decision made by the two of them, but respectfully opened the door and lit the lamps for the two of them, and sent two bath tubs and two quilts.
The room is very spacious and quite gorgeous, it will not be crowded for two people.
The steam was steaming in the tub behind the screen, and there were only two people left, Wen Shugeng couldn't help but blush a little, pushed Gu Zhishi and said, "You wash first."
"Two buckets of water, just wash together. After I finish washing, the water will be cold."
Wen Shugeng couldn't think of any reason to refute, so he had to say with red ears: "Okay."
It was not the first time the two met honestly, and Wen Shugeng was not that shy.Turning his back to Gu Zhishi, he took off his clothes, and was about to enter the tub, when two arms passed under his armpits suddenly, Gu Zhishi picked him up and put him in gently.
Wen Shugeng couldn't help but bury his face in the white steam, and hummed softly: "I don't have long legs?"
Gu Zhishi has reason and evidence: "Sorry, I'm used to it. When you were sick before, didn't I always hug you?"
Wen Shugeng fell silent and concentrated on taking a bath, but he didn't hear the sound of water from Gu Zhishi's side for a long time. He turned his head suspiciously, but saw Gu Zhishi sitting on the other side of the screen.
"Why don't you wash?"
Gu Zhishi said softly: "You wash first, I'm afraid you'll catch a cold."
Wen Shugeng's heart skipped a beat.Gu Yi didn't have that intimacy idea, but coaxed him to wash first.
By the time Gu Zhishi finished washing, it was already too late.Seeing Gu Zhishi stepping out from behind the screen, Wen Shugeng's face was blushing, and his footsteps were a little flimsy, he said in surprise: "What's wrong with you?"
Gu Zhishi mumbled: "It's okay. I'm just a little dizzy."
Seeing his appearance, Wen Shugeng recalled that he was drinking continuously during the banquet, so he stood up funny and supported him: "Being aroused by the heat, the alcohol has exploded."
Gu Zhishi was taken aback for a moment, then she wrapped her arms around his waist obediently, buried her head in the crescent of his neck, and whispered: "You know, right? I won't hurt you when you're drunk."
Wen Shugeng's heart softened, and he helped him to sit on the bed, close to his ear: "You don't attack me. I am fierce. I'm going to walk on top of you."
Gu Zhishi vaguely remembered what it meant to walk upright, she obediently raised her face, and let him knead her.
Wen Shugeng kissed his lips lightly, touched his lips lightly, and then kissed the tip of his upturned nose.The index finger slides on the bridge of his nose, and slowly moves to the center of his eyebrows.Then, he kissed there, kissing delicately, calling over and over again: "Gu Yi, Gu Yi..."
Gu Zhishi only felt that the blood in his whole body was flowing for his voice, they started from the atrium, hot and enthusiastic, and flowed to every part of his body.
His fingertips became hot, and the place they touched was extremely cool, making him extremely intoxicated.
He lightly bit Wen Shugeng's shoulder, and when he became more drunk than himself, he said softly: "You have painted a portrait for Ziyu, but not for me."
Wen Shugeng comforted the young man's sour heart, and said softly: "I want to draw you, draw countless pictures, fill the valley with your portrait, let the wind and the leaves know that I like you very much."
But Gu Zhishi didn't realize it, she still felt aggrieved: "Li Hongge held your hand."
Wen Shugeng had no choice but to say, "I've already bathed."
Gu Zhishi took his hand and kissed his fingertips, extremely gentle but with a venomous tone: "It's okay. I'll chop off his hand tomorrow."
Wen Shugeng said hastily: "Hongge and I are just friends, nothing else."
Gu Zhishi's eyes darkened, it is unknown what happened to Li Hongge.
Too lazy to think about him.Gu Zhishi quickly forgot about him, held Wen Shugeng's waist with both hands, looked into his eyes, and then turned back to the painting: "You didn't sign it."
"That painting doesn't need to be signed."
Gu Zhishi stubbornly said: "If you don't sign the money, others won't know it's yours."
He seemed drunk and non-drunk, and Wen Shugeng couldn't tell whether he was sober for a while.
But the skirt was pulled open, and Wen Shugeng felt something cold touch his chest, where it was close to his heart.
The tip of his ear was lightly bitten, and he heard Gu Zhishi's deep voice: "I want to sign the money, you are mine."
With his heart trembling, Wen Shugeng lowered his head and saw that the seal he had given to Gu Yi was pressing against his heart.
It was carved with Gu Yi's name by himself.
The author has something to say: Keke, of course the seal is used for signature.
(I've changed, I'm not the little girl who blushes when the main character kisses at the beginning. Woohoo.)
The plot line made me bald. When I opened the document, I really told myself that I wanted to develop the plot. After I wrote it, I started to fall in love again. Ah, it backfired.
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