A small mid-spring. The belated Spring Festival event was held on the outskirts of Hangzhou. The so-called threshing curse grandson every spring, by the official to make a native ox. After sacrificing to heaven and earth, and then whipping vigorously, a ritual symbolizes the advent of spring ploughing, this ritual began in the Zhou and Qin eras, and has been passed down from generation to generation. In the Song Dynasty, the earth cow ceremony gradually became a grand document.

From the shape of the earth ox, to the color of the dye, as well as the earth puppet standing next to the earth ox and the job of driving the ox, and its costumes, and even the halter head and reins of the earth ox have rules, all of which cannot be made indiscriminately, not to mention the music played during the ceremony, and finally even the earth cow puppet, the date of birth of the whip cow, and the auspicious time of the ceremony, are strictly particular.

With such rich colors and such cumbersome rules, the result of the earth cow is bound to be joyful. Sometimes it's not yet spring. Because the county officials placed the earth cattle and dolls outside the yamen, it presented a scene with a large number of spectators.

However, there is no need to worry about everything, and all kinds of details are handled by professionals. His only role is to be on the scene. When a furnishing. In order to show the importance of the imperial court to spring ploughing.

The small lake on the outskirts reflects the shadows of the trees, looking clear and dark green. Like a bowl of sake, there are several buildings near the lake. It seems to be scattered randomly, but it is secretly in accordance with some mysterious law, connected by a number of winding paths, and in the early morning, the fog is shrouded and the dew is cool. There is no one to be seen, and the occasional bird flies over the lake. A little black shadow hair made a graceful arc, flying freely in the air, everything seemed so quiet and peaceful.

Suddenly, there was a crowd of people. The sound of gongs and drums shattered the tranquility of the place, and the birds were terrified. Quickly disappeared into the forest. Quietly hidden in the jungle. I didn't dare to show my face for a long time, for a long time. No dangerous objects such as fishing nets and feathered arrows were found. Only then did he curiously reveal his figure. Douxiao's eyes looked curiously at the lake. I saw that surrounded by many people, eight sturdy servants accompanied the slogans of others with neat steps. Carrying a huge earth ox with difficulty, he walked step by step towards the lakeside building, followed by the same few people, sweating profusely. Slowly carrying a puppet slightly larger than a life-size person.

Beside him, the people cheered and laughed, accompanied by a large number of people, roughly calculated, at least a few thousand. and looking around, there are many people in the distance who are dragging their families and mouths to this side.

Changing hands, stopping and stopping, finally the earth ox was carried to the side of the building, according to the astronomical calendar. The rule that the sun is yang, and the ugliness is yin. Arrange the position of the earth ox and the ox puppet properly, and then match the earth ox with a rein as long as seven feet and two inches, symbolizing the seventy-two festivals."

The trivial resident finally finished decorating the earth cow doll, and it was almost noon, but the onlookers were not the slightest impatient, and the experienced adults and people were helping around. The old man muttered words as if he were praying, as for the children. But in the open area by the lake, the kite paper kite was flown up.

Everything is ready to go. Under the guidance of a certain feng shui master. Dressed in an official uniform, Chu Zhen appeared with a solemn expression and led the officials and the people. According to yesterday's rehearsal of the action, the sacrificial heaven and earth without a trace, kneeling and kowtowing, took out a spring sacrifice to the earth cow, read it aloud, expressing such as the earth cow waiting, the draft will be prosperous, dare to be proud of the blessing of God, the people of Shu Bao in the age of death, no water early, to Deng Maihe and so on auspicious meaning.

For the official article, Chu Zhen has already read it very neatly, the rhythm is sonorous and full of rhyme, and the film will finish reciting the blessing and burn it to inform the heaven and earth. After a few more bows, the ceremony came to an end. The officials and the people rose up one after another. No one else tells you to. spontaneously drained the water around the earth cow, because the meat show was coming.

To the accompaniment of drumming, several big men with open chests and arms walked out of the crowd. Holding a thick whip in his arm, he listened to the master of ceremonies' orders. Immediately brandished his club and swept towards the earth cow. I heard a crackling sound, and the earth cow was torn apart. Muddy crumbles.

It's not that the craftsmen are shoddy, but they don't dare to make porcelain, because according to custom, when the whip spring is over, the onlookers will flock to split the local cow, and this scene will be staged every year. If the earth ox is built too hard, the people will blame it, and the reason why this is the case is because there is a customary saying in the Song Dynasty. Native beef. Its home is suitable for silkworms and fields, and it can cure diseases and avoid plagues.

There are so many benefits, how can the people not be tempted. The same is true now, a few sticks down, the whipping ceremony has not yet been announced, and some anxious people can't wait. Rushing forward at the risk of being wounded. Pick up a piece of mud and carry it into your arms. Seeing this, the onlookers, fearing that they would be left behind, immediately rushed forward, squeezing forward and pushing back. Snatch each other.

"My lord, what now?" The official hurriedly asked for instructions.

"What can I do, the ceremony is over, why should I look at the unkempt scene, Chu Zhen laughed. He said angrily: "The official still has official business, so he will go back to the government first, and then stay and clean up."

The officials listened to the order and sent Chu Zhen away. For a moment, they were polite and actually entered the ranks of robbery, but at this moment, the people completely forgot their official status and did not give in."

The mouth is two guests, the spring is bright, sitting in the sedan chair that is not tempting, and the Chu quality goods are leading to the roar of the abyss. Roll up the curtains, look at the green mountains and green waters in the suburbs, a piece of spring, only to feel a burst of relaxation, can't help shouting: "Stop".

The sedan chair slowly fell, and the servant hurriedly ran close to the bridge. Said respectfully, "What do you command?"

"Falling off the bridge, the officer wants to go out for a walk

Chu Zhen said, others will not go against his will, open the sedan curtain as ordered, and help him out.

Stepping on the soft grass, looking at the blue sky and clear water, birds and butterflies, flowers and trees, Chu Zhi Yaxing Dafa, walking aimlessly, breathing the air with vitality in the leisure, feeling the beauty of nature" did not wait for Chu Zhi to be intoxicated for a long time, and suddenly a noisy sound came,

Generally speaking, when people are intoxicated in their own fantasy world, the most taboo thing is to be disturbed by others. This kind of time. The mood of the disturbed person is often not happy, and it is half-brewing. I can't get back the feeling I felt just now, Chu Zhen was full of displeasure, and he left in search of sound, not necessarily because he wanted to find someone to settle accounts. It's just a knee-jerk behavior.

The winding path leads to a secluded, sparse forest. Halfway up the hill. The creek is murmuring, the clear and clear silver waterfall flows straight down, forming several white lines, relatively separated by a few zhang away, but it is a small pavilion that stands on the cliff wall halfway, and the environment is elegant. Listen to the waterfall from afar. Listen to the birds. But it's a good place to take a break.

Obviously, it is not only Chu Zhen who has this idea, there are already people who are feasting here, on the stone table between the pavilions. There are delicacies and brews, and the two sit opposite each other. Raise a glass and enjoy the breeze. The aroma is pervasive.

Needless to say, there is no need to say much about the pomp and circumstance of the rich and noble family, and on the path leading to the pavilion, two strong men are guarded, obviously not wanting pedestrians to disturb them.

Under normal circumstances, pedestrians see this situation, natural interest avoids, and people are convenient is with the convenience, the mountains are picturesque, there are no less than a few pavilions, there is no need to compete with it, lose grace. However, Chu Zhen seemed to be really angry. After seeing the situation clearly, his steps did not change, and he walked directly towards the pavilion.

I saw the figure shaking. Finding that someone was breaking in, the two guarding the road were shocked and hurriedly stretched out their hands to stop them. The person intercepted it, but it annoyed the accompanying officials behind Chu Qian, and someone dared to offend the magistrate. Obviously he didn't take them seriously, and he was suddenly furious, and with a sound of locking, he showed half a long knife, and roared: "It's presumptuous"

Before they could figure out the situation, the two road-guards were pushed aside by the officials and solemnly warned: "Bold, what do you want, do you want to take the opportunity to assassinate?" ”

The poor two, ignorant and ignorant, made people buckle a big hat, and only after half a ring, did they see the situation in front of them clearly. It was found that the person intercepted was dressed in a light green official robe, and there were several soap-clothed guards next to him. Immediately understood that he seemed to be in trouble, and he was so frightened that he didn't know what to do.

"Ah, it's really Chuzhi County, the subordinates have no eyes and no beads, and they collided with adults. I made amends here. No wonders.

Before the scene stopped, another voice came from the mountain, and a handsome young man greeted him with a smile on his face, as if he was going to walk towards Chu Zhen. But let the officials stop him.

"You must not be rude to dismiss the servants. A warm smile appeared on Chu Zhi's face: "Brother Yang." Sometimes it's gone, and I've been okay lately," thanks to the blessing of the adult, everything is okay Yang Chengping smiled.

Suddenly, when he saw Brother Yang here, he was ecstatic and went forward without telling him. What a rash faux pas. Chu Zhen smiled.

"Where. It's all because he has no way to teach him on weekdays, and he doesn't even know Lord Chu in person. Yang Chengping said with a smile, hearing that it was a misunderstanding, he immediately relieved himself.

After greeting for a while, he heard Chu Zhen smile and said: "Brother Yang is here to feast and drink, it's really interesting, it's better to meet by chance, but I don't know if the host's family has the intention of hospitality."

After a little hesitation, Yang Chengping laughed and said: "I can't ask for it, I'm afraid that adults won't appreciate their faces."

Under Yang Chengping's warm invitation, Chu Zhen walked to the pavilion. Looking left and right, he suddenly smiled and said, "Brother Yang." I didn't think I would become a villain. It's really a sin to disturb a certain brother's Yaxing. ”

Why did the lord say this, Yang Chengping asked puzzled.

"There were two people here just now, but now there is only Brother Yang, it could be that a certain noble hermit disdains me this. The mediocre officials sat opposite each other. So I said goodbye

The adult said seriously, Yang Chengping hurriedly said: "How can there be such a thing." Before, I drank alone, and I felt that I was bored drinking alone, so I called a servant to compensate for the drink, but now the lord has fallen and waited

The implication. A small servant couldn't get on the stage, so Chu Zhen just smiled lightly. Noncommittal, seeing that Chu Zhen no longer asked, Yang Chengping immediately asked people to clean up the table and re-serve wine and food.

Accompanied by Yang Chengping in a hurry. The atmosphere was harmonious. Enjoy the murmuring of the stream, the singing of birds and the fragrance of flowers. Sip on a few glasses of refreshing wine. Chu Zhen seemed to be a little drunk.

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