Chapter 89: Affection
Everything is arranged, only the two of them are together, under the cloak of Yu Zhao Chu Zikai, they are all dressed in red wedding clothes, with two hearts full of piety, carrying the rising sun, and walking hand in hand towards the place they have longed for a long time.
got into the car, Chu Zikai sat outside and drove a horse, turning his head to look at Yu Zhao from time to time, smiling with joy, just like a man who welcomed his bride.
Walking along the wind, the two cars and horses are not conspicuous, and there are many men and women along the way, dressed up, at this moment, Chu Zikai and Yu Zhao are just a couple among these tens of millions of ordinary couples. is no longer in the spotlight of thousands of people, but there is an indescribable peace of mind in my heart.
It takes half a day to drive, passing through the forest that covers people's sight, the open lake is open, and it is presented in front of you at a glance, which is so spectacular that people can't help but sigh.
There are already many people offering incense on the shore of the lake, there is a terrace on the shore, the red scarf fluttering in front, and there are couples on the terrace above saluting, people standing on the terrace, scattering flower petals and blessings.
Chu Zikai explained for Yu Zhao: "This building is called Shuanggui Building, with the lake as the center, four in the southeast, northwest and northwest, and the other three are all in the territory of Xifan, all facing the lake in the lake. Every year today, the king of Xifan carries the queen to worship and pray in the Shuanggui Building in the west, and on the side of Dachu, it is handed over to the people here to take care of. ”
In fact, Yu Zhao knew all this, but he still listened carefully to him, the lake breeze blew his hair slightly, Yu Zhao brushed his forehead hair, and looked out.
The lake is wide and clear, and all the trees around it are dependent on each other, as the queen told them before.
In fact, the people who came over were the same, in pairs, tied red threads, begged for purses, gave each other lake stones, and prayed sincerely for the happiness of the rest of their lives.
Between thoughts, Yu Zhao was taken by Chu Zikai to Shuanggui Building, and an old man upstairs was kind and kind-eyed, and just handed the red scarf to the previous couple, he saw the two of them here, and asked in a dumb old voice: "The two of you are asking for a red scarf to salute, the last one of this year's Hu Ling Festival, if you don't dislike it, let the old man marry the two of you?" ”
Chu Zikai gladly accepted and thanked him again and again. After taking the red scarf handed over by a pair of hands full of vicissitudes, he led Yu Zhao and followed the old man to the terrace of Shuangguilou.
From here, you can faintly see the lake spirit statue in the lake.
The old man sang the happy words of the local wedding with ease, and Chu Zikai led Yu Zhao to bend his knees that would never touch the ground in this life except in front of the Son of Heaven.
This time, Yu Zhao couldn't refuse, and was willing to kneel down with him, with full piety, and worship in all directions.
As soon as Licheng's voice fell, the cheers of the music downstairs sounded, and the old man urged with a smile: "Go down, the auspicious time is almost over, find a twin tree, go and tie this red scarf to the treetops, and bathe in the lake breeze all year round, and this love will last forever." ”
Yu Zhao was still pondering the meaning of these words, and Chu Zikai reacted quickly, pulling her and running downstairs.
The downstairs was full of people participating in the celebration, and when they saw the last pair of people in happy clothes running down from the Shuanggui Building, they immediately went up and surrounded them, and without hesitation, they turned their instructions into cheers, mixed with flower petals, and gave them together.
"Love is set for three lives, and a hundred years are together!"
"Give birth to a noble son early, hold two ...... in three years"
The words of blessing are not as ornate and solemn as the auspicious words recited by the Minister of Rites, and most of them are vulgar and unpretentious. But the fireworks in it can make people really feel enthusiastic.
Listening to the blessings from all directions, Chu Zikai smiled brightly, and Yu Zhao buried his crimson face, not daring to look at people in shame. Everyone was surprised, and some people were still ridiculing: "The groom is so handsome, and the bride is also a peerless beauty, it is not easy to get married, and Brother Tai must cherish it." ”
Chu Zikai replied generously: "Naturally, my lady is shy, here, I thank everyone for their blessings on her behalf." ”
The laughter and laughter did not stop, and someone came up to show the way and led Chu Zikai to the twin bushes on the side.
Chu Zikai pulled Yu Zhao over, looked around, saw that those trees were all fluttering with red scarves, looked at Yu Zhao, and asked, "Zhao Zhao, choose one." ”
Yu Zhao's face was still red, and he replied in a low voice, "It's all good." ”
"The affection between you and me is naturally the best place." Chu Zikai said as he pointed to the tallest one. Yu Zhao looked in the direction he pointed, and from the root of the tree, it could be seen that it was originally two trees, which were entangled in their growth, and they actually merged into one, standing tall in the forest, which was particularly conspicuous.
It's just that the treetops are too high for anyone to reach, and they only surround the lower branches around them in a red circle. Chu Zikai took Yu Zhao over, jumped up in a few steps, and reached the high place effortlessly, tied the red scarf, but did not come down, looked down from the high place, and looked at Yu Zhao with a smile.
Yu Zhao looked up at him. "Your Highness, come down quickly."
Seeing that Chu Zikai still didn't move, he still looked at her with a smile and shook his head.
Yu Zhao's heart was relieved, and his lips opened lightly: "Come down quickly, husband." ”
Chu Zikai jumped down in response, and hugged Yu Zhao tightly into his arms, interlocking his fingers, relying on each other with sincerity.
When they embraced, Yu Zhao faced the lake and could see the sky, the wind blowing the clouds and obscuring the sun. Looking at this day, it seems that I can't hold back the upcoming wind and rain. His heart was full of despair, and he said things against his heart. "Your Highness, it's going to rain, it's time to go......"
Although reluctant, although helpless, Yu Zhao knew that it was not up to the two of them to make this decision.
On the way back, it really rained, but fortunately, Feng Yun came to pick it up, took the horsewhip and drove outside, Chu Zikai got into the car and sat with Yu Zhao.
wiped a little rain on his clothes, Yu Zhao couldn't help but instruct: "After this rain falls, it will be autumn, Your Highness must remember to add clothes, don't get caught in the cold." ”
These words of daily concern had never been heard by Yu Zhao before, and it was heartwarming to hear them, and Chu Zikai agreed again and again. "You too, you went to Fengzhou, you have to take care of yourself, the letter can't be broken, I'll come when I'm free." Holding her hand again, he noticed that Yu Zhao's hand was cold, full of cold sweat, Chu Zikai asked with concern: "Why are your hands so cold, do you feel uncomfortable?" ”
Yu Zhao shook his head, he could clearly feel the warmth of his palms, and the strange thing was that this warmth couldn't drive away the coldness of his hands.
Perception has always been keen, Yu Zhao was flustered in his heart, only thinking that this panic was caused by something planned a few days later, trying to empty his mind, seize the time to lean into Chu Zikai's arms, and feel the warmth that he will never have again.
There is no mercy in the sky, and he doesn't even want to give Yu Zhao more time. Only halfway through, I saw Feng An braving the rain, and hurried to pick up on the way, Chu Zikai saw that it was him, so he guessed that Emperor Yuan had come in advance, and hurriedly asked what was the matter.
Feng An presented the edict and replied: "Yu Cheng privately mobilized troops and horses, and His Majesty was afraid that something would happen, so he came to the palace in advance to meet His Royal Highness the Prince. Who knew that he wanted to control the Fourth Highness, so he invited the Four Imperial Concubines and two children to the Shangshu Mansion. According to the knowledge that the Fourth Highness went to visit, I am afraid that Concubine Chen's entry into the palace is not for Cheng'en, and it has been leaked. Now Yu Cheng has become suspicious, and His Majesty will ask His Royal Highness the Crown Prince to immediately lead the troops and prepare to fight against Wen Jiang's thieves. ”
After taking the edict and unfolding it, Chu Zikai frowned for a moment, and returned to the car with a recovering expression. Seeing that Yu Zhao's face was not good, she thought she was worried, and comforted: "My father has arrived in advance, I will send you back to the palace first, there will be a group of rebels besieging the city later, but it is just an illusion, don't be afraid, stay by my father's side, and quietly wait for me to come back." ”
Yu Zhao's plan was not like this, and when he came ahead of schedule at this moment, he couldn't help but ask Chu Zikai: "If Yu Cheng leaks the secret, His Highness may suffer a lot of criticism, and the country is unstable, can there be any idea of abandoning me?" ”
"No, it won't." The unhesitating answer made Yu Zhao's reluctance more and more intense. Chu Zikai tied the peace charm he had brought with him since he was a child to Yu Zhao and promised: "You are the wife I swore to protect for the rest of my life, if I abandon you, I will suffer from heaven-"
The rest of the words were all covered by Yu Zhao's mouth, and he could see his heart clearly, even if he abandoned him, Yu Zhao couldn't let him suffer. Chu Zikai responded with a kiss gently.
The sound of rain outside the car, mixed with the breath of the two people in the car, was like a song. But today, the voice of the old man who witnessed the marriage and sang the happy words hoarsely seemed to still be in his heart, and the aftermath lingered. Every character grows in my heart and will never be forgotten.