Chapter 74 Chapter 74 Going up the mountain with blood dripping from the leaves
Actually, we can't blame Sasha for changing her heart so quickly. It's because the big cat can't refuse a sweet and soft hug, not to mention giving her delicious food and playing with her.
When Ji Mingcheng called Qiu Jiang, Sasha stood elegantly on the toilet with her four little paws, staring at the girl playing in the water with her big round orange eyes without blinking.
If it didn't dislike the feeling of having its fur wet, it might have jumped in and taken a bath with her.
However, although it hates water, it cannot hate the girl who hums a nice tune to it while taking a bath.
I just wonder why she stopped singing after she answered the phone.
Then he meowed, with the ending tone rising eight hundred degrees, expressing his doubts clearly.
"Huh? Sasha, what's wrong with you?"
Qiu Jiang couldn't understand what it was thinking, so she got up from the bathtub and approached it.
The sound of rushing water is endless. Even if it is not in front of you, you can probably guess what the scene on the other side is like.
Ji Mingcheng's Adam's apple rolled.
It was inappropriate for him to call so late just now, and it was even more inappropriate to continue the conversation in this situation, so he hung up the phone without hesitation.
But after hanging up the phone, when he felt the gentle and slightly cool sea breeze at night, the heat in his heart slowly rose, making him a little thirsty, so he lowered his head and drank a glass of wine.
The round ice cubes gently collide with the wine glass, making a pleasant sound.
Unfortunately, he didn't have time to appreciate it slowly at the moment. He turned around, put down his wine glass, and went to take a shower.
The nanny who had been waiting for him at the door for a long time was surprised when she heard the sound of running water coming from the house again.
She thought he would come out after taking a shower, so why did he take a shower again?
But she couldn't rush in to ask him, so she had to take the sweet soup prepared by the kitchen and planned to wait a while before checking the situation again.
On the other side, Qiu Jiang tried several times before she was sure that the little guy wanted to hear her sing. She touched its big head hard and obediently hummed to it the tune that her father often hummed to her when she was a child.
She was not good at music because her father was the best singer in the village. After getting married, he took care of the two siblings alone. Because he was not her wife, the children often couldn't sleep, so she learned to use folk songs to coax them.
Later, when her elder brother grew up and she was still young, he hummed the tune just for her. For this reason, she learned the tune that her father hummed perfectly.
Of course, these tunes are not ordinary tunes, but tunes for exorcising poisonous insects. Unexpectedly, I didn't have any poisonous insects here, but I gained a little listener who liked this tune.
This feeling is also very wonderful.
Qiu Jiang's gentle voice filled the bathroom, and with the hazy steam, it seemed even more hazy and charming.
However, the reason why she dared to sing was because she had discovered that their team had hung up the phone, otherwise she would not have ignored the leader's call and focused on coaxing the big cat.
Thinking that it was nothing serious, Qiu Jiang thought that she would just give him a call and wish him a happy new year after she got out.
As for taking a bath, of course she had to enjoy it. The endless stream of hot air surrounded her body unrestrainedly, which was undoubtedly a great way to relax, especially when the white bubbles covered the entire surface of the water, which was very dreamy. She blew the bubbles and couldn't get enough of playing.
Only after her fingers had turned white and wrinkled from soaking did she get out of the bathtub contentedly, wrap herself in a furry bathrobe, fasten her belt, and begin to clean up the mess in the bathroom.
Because the bathroom was too hot and full of steam, Sasha's cat became damp. It jumped directly to the bathroom door, hooked it with its big paws, opened the door, and went out.
This also gave the heat from the bathroom a direction to flow away. Since the heating in the house was on high, it didn't feel cold, so Qiu Jiang just left it alone.
When she finished cleaning up, Sasha was still combing the furry cushions on the sofa. In the corner were Sasha's litter box, food bowl and toys, not to mention that it was so familiar with this house.
Qiu Jiang smiled, walked over and touched its big paw, "So this is the room our Sasha has been living in. I'm sorry that you have to live with me for the next few days."
Sasha stretched out her big paw and touched her shoulder, then called out.
"Meow." Welcome.
Don't even mention relatives.
Qiu Jiang loved it so much that she hugged it directly. Although its weight did put a lot of pressure on her, it was just so cute.
She pressed it down on the bed, holding its paws with both hands, rubbing her soft and fragrant cheeks that had just finished a bath against its face, and then rubbing and sucking on the fur on its little belly.
Sasha didn't resist at all, and made a gurgling sound in his throat, which was quite healing and had an excellent hypnotic effect. While playing with it, I couldn't help feeling sleepy and wanted to hug it to sleep together.
She followed her inner feelings, hugged it wholeheartedly and crawled into the bed, falling asleep to the loud snoring sounds and the faint sounds of fireworks outside.
As for the phone call I was going to make...
Forgive her, I really can't remember this.
Anyway, when she woke up again, it was already daybreak outside. The abundant warm light shone through the white gauze curtains onto the bed, filling the quilt with the scent of sunshine.
At this time, Sasha had also woken up and was licking her fur. After seeing her open her eyes, he lay down beside her pillow, snoring again, looking cute and asking for a hug and a touch.
Who could have the heart to refuse the invitation of such a cute big cat? She couldn't do it anyway. All her thoughts of wanting to get up just now turned into the urge to play with it.
After the man and the cat had been arguing for half an hour, they stopped when Qiu Siyu knocked on the door.
By the time the two of them went downstairs, Qiu Sichen had already simply heated up two dishes, and the fragrant dumplings were freshly baked.
Qiu Jiang opened her eyes wide, "Did you make the dumplings?"
Qiu Sichen smiled and said, "We've been helping out before, but this is the first time we've taken the full responsibility. I don't know how it tastes, so why don't you try it and judge for yourself, little aunt?"
"You've found the right person. I'm not good at cooking, but I'm definitely an expert at tasting dumplings." Qiu Jiang started to praise herself. After eating the first dumpling, her eyes lit up and she gave her eldest nephew a thumbs up.
"It smells good, it's delicious, it's so delicious, you guys should come and try it too."
Seeing her expression, Qiu Sichen and Qiu Siyu, who were originally a little nervous, finally calmed down.
After sitting down and tasting it ourselves, we found it quite good too, and the three of us finished two plates of dumplings in one go.
Everyone ate until their lips were drooling, and rubbed their stomachs with satisfaction after finishing.
According to the custom, Qiu Sichen and his sister were required to kneel down and wish her a happy new year, but Qiu Jiang didn't follow so many rules. She handed the red envelope to them with both hands without even kneeling down and kowtowing to them.
"Hey, I can't give you too much this year, but next year, I'll definitely give you a big red envelope."
Qiu Jiang felt very happy when she thought that she was now working and had become an adult who gave out red envelopes.
That Haikou was also boasted.
Qiu Siyu pursed her lips and teased her, "Then I'll wait for your big red envelope next year, little aunt."
"Me too." Qiu Sichen echoed.
Qiu Jiang was not only not angry, but also quite proud. "Don't worry, it's easy to talk about it."
"Hahaha--"
After having a steaming hot breakfast, the aunt and nephew went straight to climb the mountain and go to the temple fair.
Even though it was the first day of the Lunar New Year, it did not prevent the mountain from being bustling with incense. Qiu Jiang brought his two nephews and niece to climb the mountain and finally reached the top before noon.
Along the way, they only occasionally saw a few tourists going up the mountain like them. However, when they arrived at the temple on the mountain, they realized that so many people did not even stay at home, but came to the mountain to worship Buddha.
The temple on the mountain seemed to have known about this situation for a long time, and had cleaned up and decorated the temple early on, with lights and decorations everywhere. The antique decorations and the ancient buildings that have stood the test of time make people seem to travel back to one or two hundred years ago.
Everyone was in high spirits, drawing lots and having them interpreted with the young monk under the big tree. Those who drew good lots were happy and excited, while those who drew mediocre lots were a little disappointed, but not too much. However, those who drew bad lots felt as disgusted as if they had eaten a fly.
"Why is it a bad fortune? It doesn't work, it definitely doesn't count. I'll draw another one."
"Donor, each of us can only draw once." The young monk said embarrassedly.
The people next to him also advised, "It's just a lucky draw, no need to take it so seriously. If you like it, I'll give you my autograph."
"Yeah, why would you bother someone during Chinese New Year?"
The girl in the fiery red cheongsam, who was only about twenty years old, became angry when she heard everyone was criticizing her. "Who wants him? I'm too lazy to play anymore. Get out of the way—"
She ran away angrily, and after a while, she could still hear crying coming from her side.
"Why is this child still crying? It's really hard to stop talking."
"Children nowadays are all spoiled, which is normal."
"Hey, is nothing going to happen to this kid? No one's coming with her?"
Although the uncles and aunts who were watching did not like the arrogant tone of the child just now, she was still a young girl after all, and she was pretty. They really did not want to make her cry. Who knew that things would turn out like this.
I felt a little upset for a moment.
Just then, a young man came out of the temple holding a steaming paper cup. When he saw the figure over there, he screamed in panic.
"Shanshan, Shanshan, what's wrong with you? Don't run—"
After saying that, he didn't even bother to take care of the cup of water. He just put it on the table at his feet and rushed over to find someone.
Well, now that someone has found them, they feel relieved and their attention gradually shifts to other things.
Qiu Jiang glanced over there and stopped paying attention. She took their hands and said, "Then let's go and ask for a signature too?"
"OK."
They both readily agreed.
"Donors, what are you each asking for?"
Qiu Jiang: "Career."
Qiu Siyu: "Study"
Qiu Sichen: "Work"
As soon as the three of them mentioned their wishes, the young master smiled and said, "Most people today are praying for marriage and family health. It's rare to see people like you all praying for career and academic success."
In other words, they're a little weird.
It turns out to be a family business group.
The three of them smiled at each other and just wanted to ask this.
The young monk put his hands together and waved to ask them to shake the lottery box.
Qiu Jiang was the first to arrive. She closed her eyes and asked for a fortune sincerely. Soon, with a "click" sound, a bamboo stick fell on the table.
After picking it up and reading it, she read aloud, "The hottest days of summer are the longest, and everyone worries about the heat and oppression. But the heavens and the earth understand our feelings, and the gentle breeze brings natural coolness."
"This is very ambiguous. Is it a good or bad sign?" She was a little confused.
Qiu Sichen and Qiu Siyu were also a little conflicted and shook their heads together. None of the three aunts and nieces were the type to be conflicted and they looked at the little monk straightforwardly.
"Don't hesitate to advance or retreat, there will be a good time. Don't be reckless in your spending. Congratulations to the donor, this is a very good fortune. Amitabha."
Qiu Jiang understood this and immediately smiled happily, "It seems that I still have a chance to become the captain."
The two of them were not often at home, so they had no idea that she had such an ambition and were a little dumbfounded for a moment.
I don’t know if their aunt’s leader knew that his team members had wanted to replace him for a long time.
Okay, but she is my aunt after all.
Must support.
The two of them applauded her repeatedly, "Come on, little aunt."
"Come on, come on, I will work hard." Qiu Jiang felt full of energy and wanted to run back to the police station to work overtime.
Fortunately, the little bit of rationality she had left stopped her impulse and made her look at their fortunes honestly.
"The pine and cypress trees are flourishing, and they will not be affected by rain, snow, wind or frost. Someday they will suddenly become of great use, and their achievements will make them pillars of society."
"Please do not be selfish. I would rather ask you about this. My heart is bright and clear, just like the bright moon in the sky."
The fortunes for both of them are also excellent.
The young monk was also a little surprised. He didn't expect that the fortune readings for the three of them were all good, and their careers and studies would have bright futures. After hearing their fortune readings, they were only happy for a short while before returning to normal. It can be seen that they have very self-control. No wonder the fortune readings were so good.
He clasped his hands together in congratulations.
Qiu Jiang and the other two also returned his greeting with a smile.
Then I couldn't help but ask him, "Master, can you draw a fortune for me? I want to ask for a fortune for my brother."
The young monk shook his head and said with a smile, "Why don't you ask your brother to come here another day to ask for a divination in person?"
It seems that they were rejected. Qiu Jiang had this experience before. Some temples do not have this saying. As long as you bring a token or eight characters, name, etc., you can ask them for help to ask for divination. However, there are some temples like this temple that do not accept this.
She didn't find it strange and thanked him again.
"You're welcome, benefactor." The young monk stood up and prepared to leave. After taking two steps, he suddenly turned back and nodded slightly at them. "The vegetarian food in the temple will be ready soon. You three benefactors may want to try it."
"Okay." Qiu Jiang gladly accepted his invitation.
The three of them first walked around the temple. At this time, the mountain was full of dead trees and it didn't look very beautiful, but because the air on the mountain was very good, and they were in an ancient temple full of history and looking down from a high vantage point, it was still quite interesting.
Before long, the aroma of food wafted from the temple. Qiu Jiang pulled the two of them over and, according to the rules, lined up to pay and choose the vegetarian food they wanted.
Vegetarian meals are served in a self-service manner. It does not matter what each person chooses or how much they take. However, waste is strictly prohibited. If you do not finish the food you have received, you will be fined.
This rule was written on the wall from the beginning and was emphasized to them again before breaking the fast.
After Qiu Jiang and the others had chosen their dishes, they sat down at a table and started eating. Although these vegetarian dishes were not greasy at all, they still tasted quite delicious.
Especially the tofu that is so tender that you can swallow it with your tongue and the wild vegetable rolls.
The wild vegetables were chopped into small pieces and turned into yellow fillings that were no longer recognizable. Mixed with the steamed buns, it had an indescribable fragrance. One bite revealed that salt was added to it. Even if eaten alone, it was a delicacy. When paired with so many vegetarian dishes, it felt like I could never get enough of it.
If her stomach didn't really allow it, she could have eaten two more.
It’s a pity that the vegetarian food here cannot be bought and taken away, so you can only eat it here. If you want to eat it again, you will have to climb the mountain again.
When the others heard this, they immediately wilted.
"Huh? I can't climb down here. I'm dying of exhaustion today."
"Me too. My legs are still shaking. I don't even know how to get down the mountain. I definitely won't be coming."
"This...why don't I just go back and take it easy first, and then come back next year when I'm better."
They all asked not to be disturbed for the time being, as a delicious vegetarian meal was not enough to offset the hardships of climbing the mountain.
"I guess I won't be coming for a while." Qiu Siyu said with some regret.
After all, she will go back to the law firm to start work tomorrow, and her studies will become increasingly busy, so she probably won't have time to play like she did today.
Qiu Sichen said the same thing. "My teacher wants to take me to the hospital for an internship. This opportunity is rare, and the hospital is busier during holidays. I don't think I can make it."
Poor child.
Qiu Jiang hugged the two of them upon hearing this.
Then, when they were somewhat moved, Qiu Jiang suddenly let go of them and said with a smile, "It seems that next time I will have to enjoy the food alone."
Anyway, for her, she has free time and doesn't mind getting tired from climbing the mountain.
Simply perfect.
Hearing her say this, they were both at a loss whether to laugh or cry.
After the three of them joked around, it was getting dark. In order to avoid going back too late, they slowly walked down the mountain.
Going down the mountain was easier than going up the mountain, but Qiu Sichen and Qiu Siyu were not the type who liked or were good at sports, and they did not have much time to exercise at school. After another climb up the mountain, even after resting for two hours, they still felt a little exhausted when going down the mountain, and they walked unsteadily.
In contrast, Qiu Jiang walked as if it were flat ground. After walking for a while, she stopped for a while to wait for them. She seemed so relaxed.
"Auntie's physical...physical strength is so good?" Qiu Si said to Qiu Sichen in a breathless voice.
Qiu Sichen's face was now covered in sweat and his calves were still shaking. At this moment, he was extremely impressed by his aunt.
They are both one year younger than their aunt, so how could their physical strength be so much weaker?
They were obviously about the same half a year ago.
The two of them were filled with admiration, while Qiu Jiang, who was standing in front of them, was breathing in the fresh air. Noticing that they were both looking over, she asked, "Ayu, Achen, do you want to rest for a while?"
"No."
"Aunt, we'll go down now."
The two said almost at the same time.
Qiu Jiang stretched out his hand and made an "OK" gesture, then continued to wait for them not far below.
Qiu Sichen and the other man went downstairs with sweat dripping down their faces and trembling legs.
When they caught up with their aunt, Qiu Jiang continued to move forward with confidence. Soon the three of them had put some distance between them. Every time this happened, she would stop and wait for them for a while.
They walked like this for more than half an hour, and suddenly they saw their aunt stop at the side of the mountain path, leaning forward to look into the dense woods below, her posture very dangerous.
The two of them suddenly became nervous and quickened their pace towards the other side. "Aunt, what are you looking at?"
As Qiu Siyu asked this question, Qiu Sichen beside her suddenly grabbed her arm, pulled her back, and said in a deep voice, "Stay away."
Qiu Siyu was dragged behind him, and Qiu Sichen stood in front of her, standing side by side with Qiu Jiang.
He immediately said to Qiu Jiang, "It hasn't solidified yet. I estimate that it has been contaminated for no more than twelve minutes."
"What twelve minutes? What are you looking at?" Qiu Siyu felt a little uneasy, but both of them refused to let her look. Qiu Siyu vaguely guessed something, and her back suddenly stiffened, and she felt a creepy coldness all around her.
Qiu Jiang frowned at this moment and said to him, "I'm going downstairs now. If I don't come back to find you in an hour, you will go downstairs immediately and go straight home, understand?"
"But you?" Qiu Sichen couldn't trust him.
Until he was tapped on the shoulder and saw her serious expression in front of him, "Don't forget that I am a police officer. It is my duty to deal with these things, just like saving lives and healing the wounded is your duty."
Qiu Sichen nodded with difficulty, "I understand."
Qiu Jiang finally smiled, handed them her phone, and repeatedly emphasized to him, "You must do as I say. Be careful, don't let others disrupt the scene, and take good care of Siyu."
"I will."
As soon as Qiu Sichen finished saying this, she immediately quickened her pace down the mountain.
Even though the mountain road was very rugged and looking down made one's legs weak, to her it was like walking on flat ground. In the blink of an eye, she became a small dot in their eyes until she could no longer be seen.
Only then did they realize that even her speed just now was deliberately slowed down for them. If she were alone, she would have run down the mountain by now.
Qiu Siyu clenched her hands tightly, her anxiety was self-evident. However, when she accidentally saw a brightly colored leaf dripping down through the place where Qiu Jiang had just stood, her heart was completely chilled. Saliva kept secreting from her throat, and she wrapped her hands around herself.
Could... could someone have died?
She almost didn't dare to think about this possibility, but the more she tried not to think about it, the more her mind would think about it, and the more she thought about it, the more her body trembled.
It's simply a vicious cycle.
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