Mrs. Lou was not feeling well, so after clearing the grass roots, Xu Jiang persuaded her to sit under the pear tree and have some tea. The rest was done by her and Lou Yunchun together.
"Finally, the planting is done." After watering the last seedling, Xu Jiang pounded his waist, looked at the garden full of seedlings with satisfaction, and smiled at Lou Yunchun, "In a month or two, they will be ready to eat."
Lou Yunchun brought some clean water to wash his hands, then took out his handkerchief and asked Xu Jiang to wipe the water. After she was done, he tidied himself up.
Mrs. Lou looked at her son and finally saw some traces of her husband in him. Everyone said that this son looked like her, but after he became more intelligent, he actually took on his father's style.
Thoughtful and considerate.
She then observed Xu Jiang calmly, and saw that Xu Jiang's eyes were full of love and tenderness when she looked at Lou Yunchun, and her heart finally settled down.
The last time she came, she could see that although Xu Jiang was interested in Lou Yunchun, she was hesitant and didn't dare to express her feelings. She knew that the differences between their family backgrounds, status, and future prospects were all issues that Xu Jiang had to consider and face, so she was worried that she would back down.
Fortunately, this girl was brave and kind, with a strong character and a generous spirit. Once she determined what she wanted, she pursued it with confidence. She was like the sun and moon in the mountains, bright and clear, and she loved him from the bottom of her heart.
She extended her hand to Xu Jiang and said softly, "Come and rest."
Xu Jiang walked over and was pulled by Madam Lou to sit beside her, and then a cup of tea was pushed over.
Seeing that Lou Yunchun's forehead was sweating, Xu Jiang took the teapot and poured a cup for Lou Yunchun as well.
Mrs. Lou chuckled upon seeing this and quickly asked her son to sit down as well.
The spring breeze blows into the garden, and petals fall in all directions. The three of them are in the same mood, feeling at peace.
Xu Jiang looked at the pear blossoms that covered the sky above her head and sighed, "It would be even more appropriate to play a goblet of colorful music at this moment."
Madam Lou also looked up and asked curiously, "What is Caiqu?"
Xu Jiang explained, "This is a wine brewed by Fuyaozi, a Taoist priest from Qiaocheng. He uses pear blossoms as koji and grains as mash. It has a clear aroma and a smooth, mellow taste. Drinking it is like visiting a pear garden, making you reluctant to leave."
Just listening to it makes people fascinated.
Lou Yunchun asked, "Do you have a wine recipe?"
"Yes, but not in detail." After she had tasted this wine by chance, she had been interested in searching for the recipe. Unfortunately, she couldn't go to Qiaocheng in person, so she only got a sixteen-character recipe: "Make koji with pear blossoms, ferment in a mud pond, cook in a clay pot, and pinch the wine while watching the blossoms bloom."
Lou Yunchun took note, "That's enough."
There are so many pear blossoms, you can try slowly. If it doesn’t work this year, there’s always next year. Pear blossoms bloom every year. As long as you are determined, you will be able to succeed.
Suddenly, a strong west wind blew, scattering the white snow from the trees and soaking the three people. Xu Jiang felt that the wind was a bit chilly, and worried that Madam Lou could not bear it, she suggested going inside.
Coincidentally, Liu Mei came out of the small door with a cloak in her hand. She quickly stepped forward and tied the cloak on Madam Lou.
A few people entered the hall and sat for a while, then a light rain began to fall outside.
Lou Yunchun arranged for Liu Mei and Yin Yin to fetch an umbrella, then went outside to instruct Shuangshou to tell the kitchen to move the banquet to the inner courtyard.
At this time, only Xu Jiang and Madam Lou were left in the main hall.
Madam Lou had been holding Xu Jiang's hand and suddenly said, "I've always wanted to say something to you, but I just haven't had the chance."
Seeing her serious expression, Xu Jiang's heart tightened slightly, "Aunt, please speak frankly."
"Thank you."
"What?"
"Thank you for completing this cause and effect."
The more Xu Jiang listened, the more confused she became. Just as she was about to ask for details, Lou Yunchun turned back and interrupted their conversation.
Lou Yunchun said to Madam Lou, "Mother, the spring cold is harmful to your health. Please go back to your room first." Then he looked at Xu Jiang and said, "I have moved the banquet to your room. We will talk later."
Just then, Liu Mei came in with an umbrella. Yin Yin was outside the door. There were pear blossoms in the yard, so she didn't dare to come in.
"Alright." Madam Lou stood up and said to Xu Jiang, "I'll go first. You can come back after the table is set."
Xu Jiang was about to help her up, but she pushed him down and smiled at him, "Just sit down, in the natural pavilion, and let everything go naturally."
After saying that, he left with Liu Mei.
Xu Jiang walked slowly to the door and stared at her back. He felt as if he had rolled in the clouds and was completely confused.
After the person walked away, Lou Yunchun couldn't wait to hold her hand, with an uncontrollable joy on his face.
Seeing his happiness, Xu Jiang couldn't help but curl her lips and asked, "Growing vegetables makes you look so beautiful. Could it be that Master Lou doesn't want to be a scholar anymore and wants to be a farmer?"
"That's not a bad idea." Seeing Xu Jiang and his mother squatting together to tend the garden today, Lou Yunchun felt as if a spring had been pierced through his heart, oozing out streams of warm water, making him feel indescribably comfortable.
"How many people want your position but can't get it. If people knew that you don't want to be the third place winner and instead want to be a farmer, they would probably be furious."
Xu Jiang couldn't help laughing as she spoke, but as she laughed she frowned again, "Speaking of this third place winner, I never thought it would fall into the hands of Zhao Xiu this year."
She recalled the person who followed behind Hu Xu on the right side during the parade, but she only remembered his figure but could not recall his appearance.
I only blame myself for being so focused on Hu Xu at the time that I didn't notice anyone else.
Mentioning Zhao Xiu, Lou Yunchun's expression darkened. "I've seen Zhao Xiu's answers. He's certainly talented."
Anyone who can win the favor of Du Hui, the jealousy of Zeng Zhui, and the praise of Lou Yunchun must indeed have real talent and knowledge.
But now that he has won the third place in the imperial examination, no one knows where he will be assigned. Thinking about his previous approach to Du Hui, it is very confusing.
Do you want to enter the Imperial College?
Xu Jiang asked again, "I heard that the successful candidates this year will have to take the examination of the Ministry of Rites before they can be assigned an official position."
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