Volume 2: Feng Xiang Wu Yin Chapter 28: Encounter with an Old Acquaintance

  The northern region of Yu's water city, surrounded by long-flowing rivers on all sides, with a cold and cool climate, is famous for producing plum blossom clear wine, with a constant flow of people and even more water merchants.

  The most famous one in Yushui Castle is Hanmei Wine House. Those who pass by Yushui Castle will stop here for a few days to admire the plum blossoms in the castle, which has the most varieties of plum trees, and taste the plum blossom wine at Hanmei Wine House.

  The stone pavilion on the north side of Hanmei Wine House, with plum blossoms in full bloom all around, had two people sitting face to face with their legs crossed. In between them was a low-legged square table, on which were placed several small dishes, two white porcelain wine pots and each one had a celadon cup.

  The two people sitting opposite each other, the person on the left has sword-like eyebrows that reach his temples, and at this moment, he is slightly frowning, revealing a hint of suppressed annoyance. His eyes are bright like the stars, and his long hair is held back by a single pale blue jade hairpin. He wears a moon-white cotton brocade robe with elegant cloud and grass flower patterns on the blue border, which complements the pale blue jade pin on his head, highlighting his pure and upright aura.

  Another young man, his hair was jet black, setting off the warm jade-like complexion under his hair knot, his chin slightly raised, almond-shaped eyes, clear and bright, like the plum blossoms in the garden shining brightly but with a hint of cold pride. He wore a dark-colored satin robe, with silver-embroidered wooden buttons on the hem inside the robe. A silk belt was tied around his waist, with a sheep's fat white jade pendant hanging from it, and a silver tassel. Outside the pavilion, plum blossoms bloomed, snow covered the ground, and in front of him, a fragrant wine floated on the clear table, he just sat quietly, exuding an air of nobility that was overwhelming, his figure extraordinary.

  The sound of pouring wine woke Tang Qiusheng, who raised his head to see Guan Zichu pouring wine for him. He was startled and hastily said: "How can I trouble you, Brother Guan? I..."

  Guanzi initially waved his hand, and the waiter filled his wine cup before withdrawing. "We've already addressed each other as brothers, so what's with the formalities?" He raised his own wine cup in a toast and smiled: "It's rare to come to this Cold Plum Wine House, so why must Autumn always look so worried? Isn't that wasting this beautiful scenery and fine wine?"

  "Tang Qiusheng raised his wine glass and clinked it against his, then downed the drink in one gulp, saying with a bitter tone: 'You also know, this matter...'"

  Guan Zi smiled slightly, "Everything has a solution, and being anxious in your heart is futile. It's better to let go of your worries and think things through more clearly." His tone was gentle and soothing, with a calming effect on people's minds.

  Tang Qiu took a deep breath and smiled, "If only I could achieve Brother Guan's state of mind."

  He changed to personally pour wine for Guan Zichu, when he suddenly heard a commotion coming from the Hanmei Wine Pavilion. A strong gust of wind blew by, bringing with it petals of plum blossoms dancing in the air, dazzling people's eyes.

  Tang Qiusheng looked up and saw the white swan car gliding through the air, with golden wings and ice sculptures amidst the pink and white plum blossoms, like a dream.

  "What's that?"

  The white Rolls-Royce of Xue Ying Shan Zhuang is indeed a symbol of wealth and arrogance.

  Tang Qiusheng was shocked and looked at Guan Zichu, only to see that his expression was inexplicable, and his eyes were flashing. He asked in surprise: "You said that's the white deer carriage of Xueyingshan Manor?!"

  Guanzi smiled at him, saying slowly: "The white jade carriage of Xueyingshan Manor is pulled by four white jade beasts, and the body is carved from a single piece of white mist ice jade. No one in this world can imitate it. This white jade carriage has always been exclusive to the master of Xueyingshan Manor. Autumn-born, you don't have to search for the entrance of Xueyingshan Manor anymore, the master of Xueyingshan is right in front of you."

  Tang Qiusheng's eyes lit up, and he burst out laughing. He then stood up and said to Guan Zichu, "Brother Guan, forgive me for taking my leave first."

  "I also want to see what the Snow Swallow Manor's master, who has been in seclusion for years, looks like. Let's go together." Guan Zichu smiled lightly and stood up, his hands naturally smoothing out his clothes, every gesture exuding an air of nobility that was hard to describe.

  "It's even better if Brother Guan can come along." Tang Qiusheng responded happily, hurrying in the direction where Bai Hu's carriage had landed.

  Guan Zi followed closely behind Tang Qiusheng, who didn't think about the consequences and only cared about the present moment, without reminding him.

  The plum blossom wine is in front of the gate, the empty land of the plum garden, the white beast falls silently to the ground, retracts its golden wings, and scans the surrounding silent crowd with its cold and stern golden eyes. It opens its mouth, takes a breath, and then ignores everyone around it.

  Zhu Miao jumped down from the carriage and said in a low voice: "Master, mistress, we have arrived at Hanmei Wine House."

  Under the gaze of the crowd, the white sedan's door opened silently.

  Everyone only saw a snow-white and spotless wide-sleeved robe, like clouds and mist, the mundane world's dust was wiped away from their minds. When they wanted to take another look, they touched upon a pair of snowy white and icy cold eyes, which were clearly empty inside, yet inexplicably made people feel as if a huge boulder had been placed on their hearts, causing them to involuntarily lower their heads, not daring to look again.

  Someone's heart was greatly shocked and enlightened. This is because one's own strength is insufficient, the pressure of the situation, even the heart to resist does not have a way to exist.

  Cui Ling's solitary wild goose held the person in her arms and got off the bus, her feet making no sound, almost without any ups and downs.

  However, the person in her arms woke up, not because of the noise, but because of the intoxicating aroma of plum blossoms. Tang Nian's eyes were half-closed, and inside was a confused daze, yet there was a clear and visible drool, "Fragrant~"

  Si Ling smiled and nodded, knowing she wasn't fully awake yet, so he carried her into the Hanmei Wine Residence.

  Zhu Miaoqi followed behind with a sly smile, looked back and saw that Li Jing and others were already riding horses to catch up, but Si Linggui Yan was nowhere to be seen. Zhu Miaoqi thought to herself: It's good that he's not here, otherwise I wouldn't know what he suddenly disappeared for.

  Several people followed Si Ling Gu Yun into the Hanmei Wine House, and as soon as they stepped onto a clear stream wooden bridge, a white shadow suddenly rushed forward and blocked Si Ling Gu Yun's path.

  "Station... uh!"

  Bai Ying hummed and was suddenly hit by something, retreating several steps before half-kneeling on the ground, with a strand of fresh blood dripping from his mouth. He quickly slid out a jade bottle from his sleeve, poured out a dan medicine and swallowed it before slowly standing up. This person's face wasn't handsome but was full of righteousness, precisely Tang Qiusheng who had rushed over to find Xueying Manor's master.

  Tang Qiusheng's eyes flashed with anger as he stared cautiously at Si Ling Gu Yun, his voice sternly rebuking: "Sneaking up to attack, what kind of gentleman is that!"

  Zhu Miao's mouth twitched slightly. Is this person too straightforward or just foolish?

  "Huh?" Tang Nian's eyebrows furrowed, her eyelashes trembling slightly.

  Si Ling's lone goose-like gaze swept over Tang Qiusheng, her cool fingers gently stroking the center of Tang Nian's brow.

  Tang Qiusheng's body hair stood on end, as if frozen in ice, unable to move. He felt the chill of death approaching instantly. His arm was suddenly pulled by a powerful force, and he naturally fell to one side in disarray.

  "Brother Guan, Brother Guan?" Tang Qiusheng's face turned pale white, and he woke up with a start to find that his back was already soaked in cold sweat. He looked up to see that it was indeed Guan Zichu who had just saved his life.

  Guan Zichu helped him up, and with a smile on the bridge, he said to the lonely goose: "I am Guan Zichu. This is Tang Autumn, the young master of the Tang Gate. We have met the owner of Xueyuan Villa."

  Si Ling's lonely geese eyebrows slightly moved, looking at Tang Qiusheng who survived after the disaster.

  "Tang Men's young master?" A soft and lazy female voice came out, somewhat dazed and confused, "Tang Men of Changlin?"

  Guanzi and Tang Qiusheng both heard that the sound came from Ciling Guhong's arms, they fixed their eyes to look over, just saw Tang Nianian poking her head out, with a dazed expression in her eyes, she gave a low "ah" and looked back and forth at the two of them.

  Her face was flushed, her eyes were misty, and she looked bewildered, like a newborn dawn, pure as pale sky crystal, looking like she had just woken up from sleep with a lovely and naive expression.

  Guanzi's eyes contracted suddenly, his heart was like a huge bell being struck, and for a moment his mind went blank.

  Digression

  Two more characters have appeared, Tang Qiusheng is indeed a self-proclaimed righteous gentleman who is actually a scumbag!

  Interactive Episode 2, Adopted Characters: Tang Qiusheng, Guan Zichu

  What is Tang Qiusheng looking for at Xueyingshan Manor? (Tang Qiusheng)

  What is Guan Zichao's identity? (Guan Zichao)

  These two questions shouldn't be difficult. Before the answers are revealed, whoever among you answers one of them correctly first will win either this pair or that abdominal black prince as their own.

  But actually, Erhuo is quite cute too~