Chapter 23 Arriving at the Ancient Town

The wind followed the shadow of the moon, the crisp sound of the horses' hooves all the way to the dust, crossed the Pingchuan and climbed over a few hills, and finally arrived at the small town of Biansai when the sky was flushed. Pen | fun | pavilion www. biquge。 info is indeed a pleasant place, surrounded by green mountains and clear water. Although it was almost early winter, the cold air there seemed to be a little late, and the trees were still lush and the flowers were beautiful. A small stone bridge with exquisite shapes leads directly to the ancient town, and the simple mountain people have already made the early birds, adding fun and excitement to this elegant "fairyland".

Hengzi took the lead in turning over and dismounting, and the others also followed slowly on the bridge, smelling the faint fragrance of flowers and the sound of birds, and walked towards the town. The beauty of the ancient mountain township really made Li Yingxia's heart tremble, and it was indeed a good place to live in peace. If it weren't for the troubles, she really wanted to stay for a long time.

Layue has been so excited that she is in a fairyland, she has been by the princess's side for many years, although she has been out of the house a few times, but she does not dare to leave her left and right by the princess's side, how can she have the opportunity and freedom to enjoy the beautiful scenery alone. Li Yingxia's kindness and the generosity of the colt made her feel free, like a bird that broke out of the cage and could finally see the vastness of the sky.

Hengzi was naturally very excited, his mind was not in the beautiful scenery and seclusion, but because he had Layue with him. He was looking forward to the green mountains and green waters living in seclusion Yue Lao, maybe there was a red thread being thrown at them invisibly, Hengzi couldn't help but snicker.

"What are you laughing at?" Layue asked.

Hengzi glanced back at her and replied, "I saw the moon." ”

Layue looked up at the sky with some doubts, frowned and said, "The sun has come out, where is the moon?" ”

Hengzi laughed again and said, "Haha, you can't see it, but I do." There is not only the moon but also the old moon, you see, he is holding a red thread and throwing it down. Feed! You're going to catch it, and remember to give me the other end. ”

Layue finally understood the meaning of his words, and her face quickly turned as pale red as a peach. He pursed his lips and said slightly angrily: "Jing Hu said, it is Chang'e who lives on the moon, where is the old moon?" ”

In fact, Layue also wished that there was an old man living on it, or even living in this town, but the ancient girls were more reserved and shy. Li Yingxia unconsciously observed these two people, but they were quite a good match, and she looked at Layue and smiled slightly.

"Don't make a fuss, just find a place to settle down." The concubine Guo Xin looked at Hengzi and said with a serious face. His most urgent wish is to settle down and live the rest of his life away from the power struggle and the prosperity of the capital.

"Yes, colt." Hengzi habitually responded.

The colt turned his head and glared at him, and Hengzi instantly understood, and suddenly changed his words: "Brother." ”

Guo Xin nodded, and when he took off the title of "colt", he felt as easy as a prisoner unshackled.

Crossing the small bridge into the village and town, the prosperity of the mountain township is in full view. Although it is located on the border, it has not been touched by the war, but it is safe. Everyone's eyes widened in surprise, the clean and flat ancient streets, the red walls and blue tiles of the buildings with carved windows, and the number of shops and hawkers who got up early to open their doors were no less than those in the capital. It's just that the pedestrians on the street have a little more earthy taste, which makes people feel closer.

Perhaps there weren't many backpackers traveling in those days, so there were only three or two inns in the town, and there were no farmhouses or anything like that.

Hengzi saw from afar on the main street, an inn with a high signboard, and the words in white silk and black letters read: "Guests come to vote".

The horse Guo Xin also saw there, so he took the horse and walked a few steps to catch up with Hengzi. The group soon arrived at the inn and reined in their horses.

The guys at the inn had the brightest eyes, and they had already come over to greet them with a smile on their faces. The guy began to praise their inn in a flank of applause, and after a few people nodded, the guy turned around and said hello. Soon, three more came out and led the horses of several customers into the backyard to feed the fodder.

The service of the inn is quite meticulous and thoughtful, there are those who are responsible for welcoming guests and leading horses at the door, and there are also those who are responsible for arranging guest rooms. A few people walked into the grand gatehouse, and a young man of about seventeen or eighteen years old, dressed in the same light gray coarse cloth shirt as before, walked with a smile.

"Yo, at first glance, you are a big official, needless to say, you must be in the first-class room." The young man's gaze passed over Hengzi, who was walking in front, and went straight to the horse Guo Xin, and after looking up and down, he said with a smile in an affirmative tone. It seems that he is a clever master, but it is no wonder that he is used to seeing all kinds of people in the hall, so he naturally has a certain skill of reading people.

The colt smiled and didn't answer, and Hengzi looked at the inn boy with some displeasure.

"Hey, don't I look like a big official?" Hengzi glanced down at the new clothes he had changed for the long journey, which was the silk that he was only willing to wear during the Chinese New Year, and he thought that it was already superior. Hengzi raised his head and asked confidently.

The clever guy suddenly changed his words: "Like, of course it is." I look at your face, next year's imperial examination will definitely be titled on the gold list. ”

Hengzi unconsciously put away his pose, and his smile was a little embarrassed and uncomfortable. I was thinking in my heart: What a reluctant compliment, I don't know a few big characters, can I still have the title of the gold list? Hengzi took a few steps back and slowed down. The concubine Guo Xin smiled with satisfaction and praised: "What a clever young man, I will rush at you for this honey-smeared clever mouth, and I will definitely reward you later." He also showed a condescending gesture of favor to win the hearts of the people.

Li Yingxia glanced at the colt and doubted: Is he willing to hide and be ordinary with the people?

The young man was naturally happy and couldn't stop thanking him. As he spoke, he led them to the second floor, where there were all first-class guest rooms.

"How many do you need?" The young man asked.

"Three." The colt replied without thinking.

The young man nodded, and chose the three rooms with the most sunny and best lighting for them, and the three were next to each other. Several people were very satisfied, and the concubine Guo Xin fulfilled his promise and asked Hengzi to take out five taels of silver to the guy. The guy thanked the bold customer and quickly went downstairs to make them tea.

Hengzi accompanied the colt into the middle room, put away his belongings, he needed to let the master sit down and rest to relieve the fatigue of the journey, and he himself put aside for the time being. Layue also accompanied Li Yingxia into the next room, which was specially arranged for the two of them to live.

After putting away their luggage, it was not long before the young man came up with hot tea, and went straight into the pony's room, pouring tea and water very enthusiastically. The horse's back was bumpy all the way, and the horse felt really empty and uncomfortable in his belly, so he looked at the guy and asked, "Is there a good restaurant nearby?" ”

The young man put down the teapot and replied with a pleasant face: "There is one not far to the east, and it is the biggest and best restaurant in our town. Every day, there is an endless stream of diners, and from tomorrow onwards, I am afraid that there may not be a position in advance. ”

"Oh, why? Is there a new and excellent dish? Or is it a day of celebration? The colt asked, a little confused.

The guy shook his head with a smile and said, "No, just because there is a strange woman tomorrow, and everyone wants to see it." To tell you the truth, I'm afraid our inn will be full tomorrow, and you guys are a coincidence today. ”

The man's words aroused the interest of the horse and Hengzi, and they decided to immediately take Li Yingxia and Layue to the streets to find out about the novelty.