It was late autumn when Zhao Xiu was released from prison.
As soon as he walked out of the Dali Temple, a handful of grapefruit leaf juice was splashed on his face, and all his emotions disappeared into thin air.
"The natural world will disperse the foul air." Mei Er dipped a pomelo leaf in the pomelo water that had been used to boil the foul talisman and whipped Zhao Xiu around. "The divine power of the eight directions will make me natural..."
After finishing the drawing, he took out a peace amulet and hung it around Zhao Xiu's neck, then bowed to him and said, "Congratulations, Master, on your new life."
Zhao Xiu wiped his face, pinched the amulet around his neck, and asked, "Where did you ask for this?"
"Wulianguan." Mei Er arranged two followers to move Zhao Xiu's books out of the prison and load them onto the truck.
Lou Yunchun returned from court and bowed to Zhao Xiu, saying, "Good luck."
"Thank you." Zhao Xiu asked, "Did you come back specially to see me off?"
"Just got off court."
"It's so inhumane."
Lou Yunchun thought for a moment and said, "I hope you will change your ways, mend your ways, be a good person from now on, and don't let me catch you again."
Zhao Xiu waved her hands in disdain, "Never mind, there's nothing I like to hear."
Lou Yunchun asked, "Is there a place to go?"
Mei Er continued, "The master has already prepared the house. After returning from Beiting, he entrusted it to me to take care of. You can move in now when you return."
Long before going to Beiting, Zhao Xiu had already thought of a way out. He used most of his savings to buy this house.
The rest was divided into two parts, one was sent back to Tongcheng to support the clan members, and the other was left to Mu Congye.
After the books were moved, Zhao Xiu bowed to Lou Yunchun and said, "Master Xiaolou, thank you for your care. I'll take my leave now."
Lou Yunchun returned his greeting and said, "Goodbye."
It’s better not to send it.
Zhao Xiu climbed into the car slowly.
Lou Yunchun suddenly said, "Miss Gusu Mu has sent a letter to Zhanchun Bookstore."
Zhao Xiu's feet were empty and he rolled under the car.
"Ouch! My boss, why don't you keep an eye on things?" Mei Er quickly jumped out of the car and pulled him up.
Zhao Xiu dusted off his body and looked at Lou Yunchun, "Is it for me?"
"For you."
A ray of light suddenly flashed across Zhao Xiu's dark eyes, and his originally thin and yellow cheeks suddenly became like a rejuvenated tree, with a bit of radiance.
"Mei Er, go to Zhanchun Bookstore."
"Okay."
The carriage galloped through the city and arrived at Yonghefang, stopping at the entrance of Huailiu Lane.
Zhao Xiu jumped out of the car, asked Mei Er to wait there, and walked quickly into the alley. He passed a rice shop and saw a big tree inside. Under the tree was the Zhanchun Bookstore.
He stood in front of the bookstore and looked around. He recognized at a glance that the words on the sign were written by Lou Yunchun.
A young man came out sweeping fallen leaves with a broom. Seeing him, he came up to him with a smile and asked, "Sir, would you like to buy some books?"
Zhao Xiu shook his head, "I wonder if Shopkeeper Xu is here?"
"The boss is in the backyard. May I ask your name and what you want from her? I'll pass the message on."
"My name is Zhao Xiu. I'm here to get the letter from her. Thank you."
"Please wait a moment." The young man looked at him twice, then put down the broom and entered the backyard through the corner door.
Zhao Xiu picked up the broom and swept up the fallen leaves on the ground.
Not long after, a woman in blue emerged from the corner door and walked towards him, looking around.
"Zhao Xiu?"
"That's me."
"I'm Xu Jiang."
"I've heard a lot about you."
Long admired? Xu Jiang was puzzled. What kind of long admired?
Xu Jiang had only seen this man from afar when Hu Xu was parading in the streets on a horse with a flower pattern. Later, she had seen his portrait on a wanted poster in the Dali Temple and could no longer remember his appearance.
He mostly lives under the gossip of the public. He is cunning, cruel, clever, and cunning... People grit their teeth when he is mentioned, but can't help but feel sorry for him afterwards.
Such a changeable person, now standing in front of Xu Jiang, seems so ordinary.
"Sit in the store."
"Excuse me."
Zhao Xiu put down the broom and followed Xu Jiang into the bookshop. The bookshop was small and one could see the bottom after a few glances. The layout could not be compared with the Wanjuanlou where he used to live.
"Please sit down." Xu Jiang asked him to sit down, and then made tea for him.
Zhao Xiu looked around and sat down. Seeing a calligraphy album on the table, he flipped through it casually. Unexpectedly, this calligraphy album was the "Plum Blossom Calligraphy Album".
He withdrew his hand and continued to read.
It is indeed exquisitely made and has a long-lasting ancient charm. It is completely different from the imitations made by Jisheng Bookstore.
After Xu Jiang placed the cups, she sat down opposite him. Seeing him flipping through the plum blossom paper, she raised her eyebrows slightly, but did not disturb him and fanned him to blow air into the bamboo stove.
After a while, the water boiled.
When boiling water is poured into the cup, the veins of the leaves relax and a mist of orchid fragrance spreads.
Zhao Xiu looked up and said in surprise, "Tongcheng Lan Xiu."
"Master Zhao actually recognized him?"
“How could I not recognize the tea from my hometown?”
Xu Jiang smiled slightly and handed a lamp to him.
Zhao Xiu took it and said, "Thank you."
Xu Jiang's eyes fell on the plum blossom paper. She unfolded the page and saw Lin Hongchu writing: I have nothing in Jiangnan, so I give you a branch of spring.
Zhao Xiu paused and asked, "Manager Xu, are you willing to sell this calligraphy?"
Xu Jiang pulled her face slightly and said, "This is the only one left in the shop now. I'm sorry I can't let it go."
Thinking back to when he betrayed the plum blossom paper and nearly ruined his future, Zhao Xiu felt as if the cushion he was sitting on was covered with thorns, making him feel uneasy.
Zhao Xiu bowed and said, "Manager Xu, since I'm here, I'll be frank. I'm here to gain your trust."
"There's no need to rush for a cup of tea." The tea was already delicious, and Xu Jiang raised the cup to invite him to drink.
Zhao Xiu had no choice but to bring tea to accompany him.
Tongcheng orchids are beautiful, with a color as clear as autumn water, and taste better than orchids. Drinking them makes people feel relaxed.
After drinking a round of tea, Zhao Xiu felt much more relaxed.
"Does Lan Jing send letters often?"
"They were rare before, but they have gradually increased since Lord Mu returned to Gusu."
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