On the evening of October 31, the snow began to lighten.

After leaving the courtyard where Liu Feng's soul was staying, Liu Fengchen quickly caught up from behind, holding an umbrella and preparing to escort Lu Weiwen through the huge Liu Mansion.

Originally, Liu Fengchen wanted to leave Lu Weiwen to enjoy the dinner in the mansion and ask Lu Weiwen some questions by the way, but Lu Weiwen refused Liu Fengchen's invitation very tactfully by taking advantage of "something important".

This made Liu Fengchen, who has always been arrogant, very surprised. But the accident is an accident, and the politeness is polite. Out of courtesy, Liu Fengchen still had to send Lu Weiwen out of Liufu. After all, Liufu is too big, and Lu Weiwen has only been here a few times. In case Lu Weiwen left by himself and got lost, it would be very embarrassing.

As for the "important things" that Lu Weiwen said.

In fact, there was no rice at home, so Lu Weiwen had to buy some rice before dark and bring it back, otherwise he would be hungry, that's all. This used to happen. Basically, Liu Fengsoul is doing it, and it is regarded as "paying the rent", but now Lu Weiwen can only do it himself.

In fact, this kind of thing can be done by itself, but Lu Weiwen doesn't want them to show up outside often. One of the main reasons is because when Yun Fan returned a few days ago, he brought back a group of refugees from Dian Star City.

In view of the previous Mo Kingdom's second invasion of Dian Star City, Shen Menglong and Lu Qingshu's strategy. Lu Qingshu exchanged death for loyalty, and Shen Menglong gambled on fame and conspired to exchange for the trust of the Mexican people. Eventually, the Star City was on fire, and the plague was raging. While everyone was singing the praises of Lu Qingshu's loyalty and righteousness, the people left behind in Dian Xing City turned these sufferings into resentment and hatred for the Shen clan.

In addition, because of the face problem of the clan, Shen Menglong's sacrifice has never been corrected. Therefore, Lu Weiwen was worried that if some extreme refugees from Dian Star City discovered Shen Guo and Shen Xie under the pseudonyms of Wuhua Liuye, the entire Mirror Moon City might cause a riot because of this, and then more remnants of Dian Star City who had experienced that hardship would spread their grievances about these two "burning city fires" on the two children.

After thinking about it, Liu Fengchen led the landing without hearing it, and slowly left along the bend of the "spring pool" in the house. When the two of them left the courtyard where Liu Feng's soul was resting, the original snow color was turned into spring water by the "purple leaf wind willow" in the eyes, and along the special canal in the house, it converged in the current "spring pool".

On the other hand, the rich fragrance from the "golden-leaved locust tree" makes it easy for people who pass by here to forget the chill from the snow.

One side of the purple willow, the other side of the golden locust.

On both sides of the road, the snow is scattered.

When the wind rises, I listen to the spring pool water passing through my heart.

It's the middle of winter, but it's like walking in the depths of spring.

This is the first time Lu Weiwen has come to the "Lan" Garden in Liufu. In just a moment's effort, he discovered many "layouts" hidden in subtleties, and these "layouts" constitute Liu Su's insights on many things.

The entire "Lan" Garden is in Lu Weiwen's eyes at this moment. Like a poem mourning the deceased, he deeply felt Liu Su's love for his deceased wife and endless thoughts from the depths of his heart.

While thinking about it, Lu Weiwen's eyes suddenly became sad.

Inadvertently, this detail was glimpsed by Liu Fengchen, who was holding an umbrella for him beside him. So, the "Liu's Wind Knife", who has always been arrogant, told a dusty past to a "stranger" who he didn't know too well for the first time.

"This is the Arashi Garden, where my mother lived before her death. Although Liu Fengchen looked very calm between the words, Lu Weiwen still experienced a hint of remembrance.

"As far as I know, in the entire Shu country, only Liufu can now see this beautiful gold-leaf locust tree. Lu Weiwen walked slowly, and his slightly sad gaze fell on the golden leaves that drifted to the spring pool with the wind and snow.

"The golden-leaved locust tree is extremely picky about its growing environment. Wherever the golden-leaved locust tree is planted, the climate should not be too dry and cold, nor too humid. Like our Jibei, the spring and summer are short, the autumn and winter are long, and the climate is sometimes dry and cold, sometimes humid, and it is reasonable to say that it is impossible for the golden leaf locust tree to survive to this day. However, in the early years, when the imperial capital was still in Mirror Moon City, the Ye clan, who were the four major clans of our dynasty, did not know what method they used to make the golden leaf locust tree bloom all over the imperial capital located in Jibei at that time. Until the arrival of the "Heavenly Fire Tribulation", the rolling black clouds obscured the day, and the whole spring and summer were like the middle of winter, and the already harsh climate aggravated the severity of the weather. Liu Fengchen paused and continued, "After that, the Qianyu Clan and the Ye Clan moved away from the Shu Kingdom one after another. But my mother resolutely chose to stay at this time. ”

"The only place that can make the golden-leaved locust tree so gorgeous is 'home'. Lu Weiwen pondered, "If I remember correctly, as the first place in the "Three Friends of Jibei", the purple-leaved wind willow has the effect of turning spring into cold and regulating yin and yang. According to what the young man said just now, the growth environment required by the golden-leaved locust tree can be provided by the purple-leaved wind willow. ”

Liu Fengchen was melancholy: "Perhaps, this is the will of heaven." ”

Lu Weiwen sighed: "I think this is fate. ”

Liu Fengchen was puzzled: "What is the difference between the two?"

Lu Weiwen: "The will of heaven is determined by heaven, and then it cannot be violated, such as the vertical and horizontal between the chessboards, and the children take root, but if you trace the roots, find the chess player, and replace it, it is still possible to go against the sky." As for fate, it is predestined from beginning to end, and it cannot be avoided or violated. ”

Hearing this, Liu Fengchen suddenly smiled desolately.

Lu Weiwen didn't know what Liu Fengchen was laughing at, so he was silent for a moment. But he heard Liu Fengchen turn around and say: "Dare to ask sir, is that "Heavenly Fire Tribulation" fate or providence?"

In fact, Lu Weiwen's age is similar to Liu Fengchen.

In this day and age, only erudite and respected scholars can be called "sir". "Wind Knife" Liu Fengchen has always been arrogant and does not like to talk to people. "Air Knife" Liu Fengsoul has a bold personality and likes to make friends with heroes from all walks of life in the world. Being able to be called "Mr. by the "Liu Family" at the same time is not a common boast in secular etiquette when those friends meet.

The existence of "Willow Wind and Beauty" represents two different classes of "aesthetics". Liu Fengchen represents the clan family, and Liu Feng's soul is originally a righteous man in the rivers and lakes. It can be said that today's Lu Weiwen is no longer what it used to be after the Liu family put on this mink fur for him.

After a moment of thought, Lu Weiwen responded to Liu Fengchen and said: "For some people, the 'Heavenly Fire Tribulation' is providence, but for some people, it is fate. ”

Liu Fengchen said lightly: "Let's say." ”

Lu Weiwen hesitated for a moment, and then said lightly: "It seems that ordinary people are willing. But for the Yun clan and even the Shu Kingdom, as well as the four emperors of the past and the entire Dongji, this is fate. ”

Liu Fengchen listened, and suddenly looked up to the sky and laughed.

Lu Weiwen knew that his laughter was not ridicule.

Liu Fengchen understood the deep meaning of Lu Weiwen's words, and was surprised and sighed that this "last seat of the family", who had been outspoken at the state banquet, still didn't care who he was talking to, and dared to say anything. After all, with Lu Weiwen's identity now, if he said the wrong thing, there would be very serious consequences.

And Lu Weiwen was very surprised that Liu Fengchen would suddenly ask him this question, in fact, the occurrence of the "Heavenly Fire Tribulation" did not cause much trauma to the Liu family, and even created a perfect foreshadowing for the Liu family to lead the Shuguo clan to fight for power.

Although the Yun clan and the Shu Kingdom lost the dominance of the political game between the countries under the influence of this "providence" in the eyes of outsiders, there were no major losses.

What's more interesting is that when Liu Fengchen admired Lu Weiwen, Lu Weiwen also admired Liu Fengchen. It's not like sympathy, it's more like testing each other.

One dares to ask, the other dares to answer.

The idlers in ordinary teahouses and restaurants discuss state affairs, as long as they do not "confuse the public", no one cares. But as a clan of the long-cherished country, you must first learn to "be cautious in words and deeds". It's as much about "etiquette" as it is about "attitude."

The attitude of the clan towards the family and the country.

After a moment of silence, Liu Fengchen gathered a smile on the corner of his mouth. At present, they have followed this bend through the "Spring Pool" of the three major parks of Liufu, and slowly left the "Lan" Garden, passing through the "Xi" Garden.

Compared with the time in the "Lan" Garden, there is a sudden illusion of entering the depths of spring, but not forgetting to be in the middle of winter. At this moment, there is hardly much white color in the "Cherish" Garden. As far as the eye can see, there are all dreamlike purple leaves and willows, and I don't feel a little chill at all, and I even feel a little hot.

"This is the Garden of Regrets, where my aunt grew up. My father usually lives in Arashien Garden, but he still cleans it regularly. Liu Fengchen said lightly, "From the morning light to the twilight." No one dared to disturb him. It stands to reason that these can be left to the next person. ”

Hearing this, Lu Weiwen suddenly became curious: "Dare to ask the Wind and Dust Prince, how long has the sect master not left Liufu?"

Liu Fengchen pondered: "Since the "Mingguang Change" was calmed down, my father has been closed until now. On weekdays, if there is something important and needs to be communicated to the outside world, I will basically take care of the arrangements for him. ”

Lu Weiwen thought thoughtfully: "Has it been so long?" ”

Liu Fengchen smiled coldly: "Has it been a long time?"

Lu Weiwen was stunned for a moment: "Is the Wind and Dust Young Master talking about the 'change of bright light', or is it about the fact that the sect master hasn't gone out for a long time." ”

"Actually, it's all the same. If this "Bright Light Change" hadn't happened, maybe my father wouldn't be like this, and my younger brother Meng Lang wouldn't be as stubborn as he is now. Speaking of this, Liu Fengchen suddenly stopped and changed his words, "Then Mr. thinks that this "change of bright light" is providence or fate. Or, according to Mr. Wang's words, the "change of light" is providential for those and fateful for whom. ”

Liu Feng's question made Lu Weiwen fall silent.

At this moment, Lu Weiwen was in Liufu, standing under Liu Fengchen's umbrella. Between the falling snow, the purple leaves and willows are swaying, and the water of the spring pond is murmuring. In the wind, the rich acacia fragrance is mixed with the freshness of willow leaves, which makes people wake up like a dream.

As everyone knows, the two are now located at the intersection of the three major parks of Liufu "Han", "Xi", and "Lan", which is a shortcut that leads directly to the outside of the mansion. In the afterglow, the snow falling in the sky was shredded by a vague breath. While thinking about it, Lu Weiwen caught the killing intent hidden in Liu Fengchen's eyes.

At this moment, there was a burst of laughter in the wind and snow.

saw two little girls wearing the same standard robes as Lu Weiwen, running towards them. Liu Fengchen, who was originally indifferent, suddenly smiled slightly after seeing them. As a result, the suffocating atmosphere seemed to have gradually eased a little because of the appearance of these two girls.

"Brother, long time no see, do you miss us!"

After seeing Liu Fengchen, the two little girls bowed down and waved their hands, and then their eyes turned to Lu Weiwen who was standing beside him. Liu Fengchen understood, so he introduced: "This is Lu Weiwen from Dianxing City, Mr. Lu, he will be a frequent visitor to our Liufu in the future, remember to say hello when you meet, don't lose your manners." ”

After hearing this, the girls waved their hands and said sweetly: "Meet the sir!"

......

When Meng Jian came back, the Heartfelt Restaurant was just about to close.

Seeing Meng Jian's spring face, Shopkeeper He stopped him with bad intentions, and guessed whether Meng Jian went out to "look for flowers and ask willows", which is why he suddenly came back so late.

Meng Jian gave a roll of his eyes and let him understand it himself. Then he went back to his house on his own. As a result, the shopkeeper He said loudly behind him: "Meng Gongzi! next time you need to talk to my Lao He, Lao He knows a few good places, and the price is considerate! The girl is gentle! Your Frost Sword Commander Lian Mu will go occasionally! I will never cheat you! I will guarantee that you are satisfied! Report my name when you go!"

Meng Jian responded embarrassedly: "You don't have to!"

"When you go, report my name!"

"No money, no time, no interest!"

Meng Jian left without looking back. After hearing this, Shopkeeper He sighed, but he didn't care, and continued to be busy with what he should be busy with. In the silence, only the sound of footsteps echoed in the night. As she passed by Miss Xuexi's house, Meng Jian slowed down.

He wanted to know what Miss Snowy was doing at the moment. He wanted to knock on the door, but he was afraid to disturb her. After all, it's not too early. On the way back, Meng Jian had been thinking about what Miss Xuexi had said to him some time ago, but thinking about it, Meng Jian became more and more curious about this girl.

She is Meng Jian's third girl after Bai Qiang and Gu Yina who can make Meng Jian blush instantly. Thinking back to that time now, Meng Jian will feel a little embarrassed and embarrassed, and even a little rude.

Meng Jian didn't know what was wrong with her, and when she had something to do recently, she would think about these things related to Miss Xuexi. In the brief conversation with her earlier, Meng Jian smelled a familiar fragrance from her room, and couldn't remember where she had smelled something similar. It was only recently that Meng Jian remembered that this was the rosin fragrance that the nobles of the south loved - "Chi Yue".

It is said that this delicate and long-lasting rosin originated from the Senba clan who moved from the Suzu country to the Luo country. Because of its unique fragrance that can repel mosquitoes, the rarity and preciousness of the raw materials required, and the fine production process, once launched, it is favored by the majority of clans and nobles in Jinan.

Meng Jian's two sisters were very fond of this rosin called "Chi Yue", and only occasionally when they participated in major banquets would they smear this rosin "Chi Yue".

For example, this year's Autumn Festival.

After thinking about it, Meng Jian suddenly realized that this was not an ordinary luxury, and those who could afford such spices must be nobles among nobles.

Thinking of this, Meng Jian calmed down.

All the time, because of experience and luck. Although Meng Jian was fortunate enough to come into contact with people from all walks of life in this world, Meng Jian himself was only a frost sword now, and he could not be regarded as an official frost sword.

Whether it is compared with Bai Qiang Yanjing, or side by side with Xuexi girl. Although Meng Jian was able to be rude, after all, he was under the same sky and two worlds with them.

The inexplicable inferiority complex and regret aroused Meng Jian's thoughts about his two senior sisters, and then the bits and pieces of the past "Wind Stops" in the suburbs of Autumn Leaves City. In the end, all thoughts unexpectedly converged on this snowy girl again.

Thinking of this, Meng Jian realized.

It turned out that his good impression of Miss Xuexi was actually pinned on so many complex emotions in it. Among them, there are memories of the homeland, nostalgia for the senior sisters, and a touch of remembrance of the late master.

It's a pity that all this is a thing of the past.

It's hard to go back, whether it's to be your past self, or to go back to your homeland and take a look at your sisters. Thinking about it, Meng Jian felt a little sad. After a moment of hesitation, Meng Jian passed by the door of Miss Xuexi's house.

He tried to restrain himself from snooping, not to eavesdrop on what Miss Xue Xi was doing at the moment. As a result, the pace of slowing down gradually accelerated during this period. He wanted to get back to his house as soon as possible, get a good night's sleep, and end the tiring day.

As a result, just as he was about to arrive at the door of his house, Miss Xuexi suddenly opened the door and called Meng Jian to stop. At this time, Duan Nian was enjoying food in her house, so Qianyu Fenghua stood in the aisle and greeted Meng Jian in person.

Meng Gongzi stayed. Whispering, Xuexi wrapped herself in a mink fur and slowly walked in front of Meng Jian. Looking at the snow that was walking towards him, Meng Jian's heartbeat began to accelerate, and his face gradually became more and more red.

Meng Jian hesitated: "How...... What's the matter?

Xue Xi saw that Meng Jian's face was flushed, and smiled slightly: "Actually, there is nothing important, but I haven't seen Meng Gongzi for a long time, and I am suddenly a little worried." ”

Meng Jian was surprised: "Worried about ?!?"

He thought to himself, "She was worried about me?!"

Xue Xi said lightly: "I heard the servant say that some time ago, the Xiji Thousand Thunder Kingdom made trouble outside Mingyue City, and the frost sword in the city went a lot. In my impression, Meng Gongzi also worked in the Frost Sword, so I thought of it. The huge Bright Moon City, now the sky is full of snowstorms, and the war outside the city is burning again, I came from the south alone, and I have no relatives in all directions. finally got acquainted with such an enthusiastic friend as Meng Gongzi, and he was afraid that Gongzi would be safe, so he was worried, and hoped that Gongzi would not be surprised. ”

"No, no, Miss Xuexi is so polite!"

Hearing this, Meng Jian suddenly felt a little happy.

Miss Xuexi's words made Meng Jian suddenly feel like a spring breeze. In fact, Meng Jian herself also deeply experienced Miss Xuexi's words. A person came to a strange city, unexpectedly made two or three friends, and missed each other, what a thing worth singing about.

When a bond is formed, the feeling of loneliness fades, and trust and understanding follow. Meng Jian, who originally planned to restrain herself from thinking about it anymore, was curious about Miss Xuexi's past again at this moment: "By the way, I just heard Miss Xuexi mention that you are from the south, right?"

Xue Xi wondered: "Yes, what's wrong." ”

Meng Jian smiled slightly: "Such a coincidence, so am I!"