Chapter 114 Lantern Show
On the way, Chu Mingzhou took a rabbit lantern from an old lady and handed it to Lin Anan.
“So beautiful!”
"The lantern show is in front of us. I guess it's about time."
Hands were held again. The closer they got to the lantern show venue, the louder the noise became. The laughter of the crowd and the rhythm of gongs and drums intertwined, making it quite lively.
The scene before her eyes once again amazed Lin Anan...
The bamboo stage was built by the lake, and the lake water shimmered under the lights, like a huge mirror.
On the stage, various exquisite lanterns formed a colorful background, and the actors were dressed in gorgeous costumes and were preparing.
"This...actors are allowed to wear costumes?"
It was the seventies now, and costumes were strictly prohibited.
Chu Mingzhou squeezed her little hand and said, "I told you, this place is special."
He leaned closer to Lin An'an's ear and said in more detail, "During the Anti-Japanese War, in order to protect the soldiers, Sanqi Village used all its lantern-making skills, and two-thirds of the villagers died.
At night, the cleverly arranged lanterns guided the team to a safe route, and the villagers, dressed in costumes, attracted everyone's attention, and forcibly led away batches of Japanese invaders, winning a glimmer of hope for important secrets.
During the day, the villagers dismantled the lanterns that contained weapons to deliver forces to the front line. It is because of this fearlessness that the tradition has been preserved to this day.”
Lin Anan opened her mouth and felt goose bumps all over her body.
A two-thirds sacrifice rate?
No wonder it’s called the Hero Village!
After a while, the sound of gongs and drums rang out and the lantern show began.
On the stage, another huge auspicious rabbit lantern was pushed to the center, surrounded by many rabbit lanterns of different shapes. When they were turned on, light and shadow intertwined and colors overlapped.
Then, the actors came on stage, all of them dressed in colorful clothes and looked lively.
The rabbit she plays has a light body and is lively and playful as she jumps. The moon fairy she plays has light steps, waving her sleeves and showing a graceful figure.
As the plot progresses, the lights flicker, cleverly setting the mood.
When you are tense, the lights flicker rapidly, and when you are relaxed, warm light fills the air.
Lin Anan stared at him intently, occasionally clenching Chu Mingzhou's hand nervously.
After the show, there was thunderous applause.
Lin Anan followed suit and clapped, her cheeks flushed with excitement: "What a great performance, this trip was really worth it!"
Chu Mingzhou smiled and rubbed her head: "As long as you like it, the scenery of Sanqi Lake is also very beautiful. I will take you here to visit during the day next time."
Lin Anan smiled sweetly at him, "Okay, I'll listen to you."
After the lantern show ended, the two of them turned around and strolled along the lake, admiring the lanterns along the way.
When seeing new styles along the way, Chu Mingzhou stopped to explain to Lin Anan in detail, what legends were behind this one, what history was behind that one that symbolized reunion...
They walked along and returned to the village again.
This time we walked along another main road. There were more and more lanterns around, each one unique.
Lin Anan felt that this was much more advanced than any exhibition she had visited before. If she had a mobile phone now, she would definitely take a set of nine-square grids and post them on WeChat Moments. That would be so beautiful.
This Chinese woman...has a deep desire to share!
Chu Mingzhou looked at her happy expression, with a gentle smile on his face.
"Mingzhou!"
The two were about to go to the veteran's house to pick up the car when they ran into Tang Jingqiao and others.
The smile on Lin Anan's face faded and she frowned slightly. When she saw Qiao Xu next to Tang Jingqiao, she unconsciously took a step back.
Chu Mingzhou exerted slight force and pulled the person back.
"Mingzhou, what a coincidence!" Tang Jingqiao walked forward with a smile, her eyes all on Chu Mingzhou's face, and ignored Lin Anan.
Chu Mingzhou just responded coldly and prepared to leave with Lin Anan.
Tang Jingqiao, however, seemed to be tactless and hurriedly trotted a few steps to stop the two people, "Mingzhou, I just happened to meet you here. I have something to tell you. I was planning to go to your house to look for you."
Chu Mingzhou frowned and said in a cold tone: "I have nothing to say to you, please get out of the way."
Tang Jingqiao was unmoved, still standing there stubbornly, staring at Chu Mingzhou. She glanced at Lin Anan again, and said something with a hint of meaning, "Mingzhou, I think there are some things I still need to explain to you!
After all, the Northwest Military Region and the Northern Military Region are both revolutionary comrades, and should have an iron-clad comradeship. They should not have misunderstandings or gaps because of some insignificant people. "
Tang Jingqiao brought up the revolutionary friendship. If it were someone else, they would have to chat with her and say a few polite words.
But Chu Mingzhou is different, he won't listen!
In his eyes, everything is black or white, right is right and wrong is wrong.
Chu Mingzhou took a step to the left, firmly blocking his young wife, and said coldly, "This is our military's business, it's not your turn to interfere! If you dare to act on your own in the name of the military again, I will have someone take you to investigate for espionage."
"Chu Mingzhou!"
"Get out of the way."
Tang Jingqiao's face turned ugly. She didn't expect Chu Mingzhou would accuse her of such a serious crime!
He glanced at Qiao Xu and the others and suddenly felt embarrassed...
Tang Jingqiao bit her lip and forced a smile, "Mingzhou, stop joking. How could I be a spy? My father is the brigade commander."
"So please be careful with your words and actions, and think more about Brigadier General Tang."
"I'm doing this for your own good!"
"No need, I'm not familiar with it."
"you!"
At this time, Qiao Xu, who had been silent all this time, finally spoke: "Jingqiao, stop talking, let's go."
"But...what happened last time has nothing to do with you guys. It's all because of Lin Anan's bad character that people misunderstood!
And you think highly of her, that’s why you invited her to join the Military Flag Art Troupe…”
“That’s enough!”
Qiao Xu was very annoyed. He didn't even look at Tang Jingqiao. He just walked away, not wanting to hear another word.
Chu Mingzhou raised his eyelids and glanced coldly at Qiao Xu's departing back.
"The compound has just announced that no one is allowed to fabricate stories or spread rumors. Once discovered, there will be severe punishment! Comrade Tang, you'd better take care of yourself."
Tang Jingqiao was frightened by Chu Mingzhou's momentum, tears welled up in her eyes, but she still stood there stubbornly.
Lin Anan gently pulled the corner of Chu Mingzhou's clothes.
Chu Mingzhou felt Lin Anan's little movement, and his aggressiveness suddenly subsided.
"Hubby, let's go. There's no need to affect your mood for unimportant people."
"good."
Tang Jingqiao felt extremely embarrassed. Both sides had left, but she was still standing there...
He stomped his feet hard, then turned and ran in the direction Qiao Xu left.
Chu Mingzhou and Lin Anan went to the veteran's house to get the car. After playing for about three hours, Lin Anan was tired and it was time to go back.
"Does Tang Jingqiao like you? That's why she always dislikes me."
Lin Anan spoke bluntly, but Chu Mingzhou was stunned!
Seeing that he looked interesting, Lin Anan took his hand and shook it gently, "I won't be unhappy because of her, she's just an unimportant person.
I am very satisfied to see such beautiful lanterns today and to have you by my side. "
"good."
The two men went to the veteran's house, took their bicycles and set off on their journey home.
The night wind blew gently, bringing a biting chill.
Lin Anan leaned on Chu Mingzhou's back and hugged him tightly.
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