Meanwhile, Wu Er said to the scarecrow, "By the way, where's the lamp? They said they'd release lotus lanterns, but there's no lamp here."
"Yes, and we need lanterns too!" the scarecrow said to the other side. "Friends by the stream, I need your help. The guests want to release lotus lanterns!"
As soon as he finished speaking, there was a commotion in the surrounding area.
Countless points of light flew out from all directions and then gathered together.
After the light disappeared, two lotus lanterns appeared on the bank of the stream.
The scarecrow explained, "This was made by our friends who live over here. They're a bit shy, so they didn't come out."
It seems these spirits are quite shy.
However, even though they were shy, they still offered lotus lanterns, which showed their true hospitality.
Wu Er called out to Han Qingxiu, "Let's go, let's release the lanterns. Once the lanterns are released, the immortals will grant your wishes."
Although she was saying these words to amuse a child, she sounded unusually gentle.
Since her master had spoken, Han Qingxiu naturally obeyed and stepped forward to pick up the lotus lantern together with Wu Er.
"Let's go, let's light the lamps and make a wish."
Like a child, Wu Er urged his apprentice to come to the stream.
Then the lamp was lit.
With a slight casting of magic, an orange-red light ignited.
In this place devoid of stars, this wisp of firelight appears quite beautiful.
Make a wish.
Wu Er muttered something softly again, and then put the lotus lantern into the water.
Han Qingxiu did the same thing: first she made a wish, then she released the lantern.
Listening to the sound of the flowing stream and watching the two lights drift away, a sense of comfort arises in my heart.
It's always good to have something to place your hopes on...
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