This night seemed more precious than ever.
"You little devil, are you trying to charm my soul and prevent me from leaving?"
At the passionate moment, Fu Zhiyao gently stroked Wen Zhu's slender waist and asked her what was in her mind in a doting tone.
"I...I dare not. I just hope that the prince can remember that I am here waiting for your return."
Wen Zhu's gentle voice revealed a hint of attachment and reluctance. She was as gentle and lovely as a blooming flower, making it impossible to ignore her presence.
Perhaps because he thought that this separation would last for a long time, Fu Zhiyao stayed with his beloved with particular reluctance that night.
They poured out their hearts to each other and expressed their deep affection until the moonlight gradually dimmed and they slowly fell asleep.
Wen Zhu reminded him with some concern: "My Lord, you have a long journey tomorrow. Wouldn't it be better for us to rest a little earlier?"
Although she said so, her tone revealed full of attachment.
"It's okay. You can catch up on some sleep in the carriage tomorrow."
Faced with such caring words from his lover, Fu Zhiyao replied with a mischievous smile.
Gradually, as her physical strength was exhausted and her mind relaxed, Wen Zhu fell into a state of half-asleep and half-awake, allowing him to continue playing intimately.
The next morning, Zhao Manxiang came specially to see Fu Zhiyao off, and Wen Zhu followed closely behind her.
Seeing that the man who was about to embark on a journey looked energetic and full of anticipation, while the woman next to him looked pale and a little tired, Zhao Manxiang immediately understood what had happened last night.
She felt as if her heart was being mercilessly torn apart by an invisible hand.
After watching Fu Zhiyao ride away in the carriage, Zhao Manxiang finally turned her head and cast a complicated look at the person next to her.
Then, he turned and walked towards Qifangyuan.
Seeing this, Wen Zhu hurried forward to explain, "Young Madam, please allow me to invite a troupe to perform in the mansion. I heard that the troupe owner promised to arrange for Lin Yuelou to play a role today. You know, Lin Yuelou is one of the most popular young actors in the capital now."
"Oh? I see. Thank you."
Even though she knew that what the other party said was of great importance, it was difficult for Zhao Manxiang to arouse much interest at this moment.
Shortly after breakfast, the troupe entered the mansion and began to busy themselves with preparations.
In order to make the show more comfortable for everyone, Wen Zhu specially ordered people to build a temporary tent for watching the performance, and set up a warm and comfortable environment inside as well as a variety of delicious snacks and fruits as entertainment.
Finally, he took Su Yue to Qifangyuan to invite Zhao Manxiang to watch a play.
When passing by the gate of Lancuiyuan, Wen Zhu unexpectedly saw a man dressed as a young man practicing his voice inside.
"Tenderness embraces beauty, the beauty is like a flower, the spring breeze blows on the face and the mood is happy... the bun is crooked and the jade hairpin is tilted, which makes her look more charming and beautiful..." The man sang in a rhythmic and clear voice.
His voice is as sweet as a clear spring, he looks handsome and elegant, and his every move is full of elegance.
Wen Zhu secretly wondered in his heart, could this be the legendary and highly acclaimed famous actor Lin Yuelou?
This thought made Wen Zhu even more curious, and he couldn't help but take another look at the person who was practicing his voice seriously in the yard.
The man seemed to have noticed Wen Zhu's gaze, turned around and bowed to her with a smile: "I greet you, young lady."
His polite and considerate behavior made Wen Zhu feel a little embarrassed, and he quickly replied, "Sir, you are too modest."
She was about to leave in a hurry, but the other party's next question made her temporarily give up the idea.
I saw that the young man still had a warm smile on his face and asked softly, "Excuse me, young lady, what do you think of Lin's outfit today?"
Faced with such a straightforward yet friendly question, Wen Zhu paused in her tracks, thought for a moment, and then used a smile to mask her uncertain answer: "I don't understand these things. I'm just a concubine. I haven't seen many good plays, nor do I have any profound insights. I'm just about to ask our young mistress to come over. She's the daughter of a wealthy family from the Shangshu Mansion, so I'm sure she'll have a deeper appreciation for these kinds of things."
Lin Yuelou was obviously moved by Wen Zhu's answer, so he bowed to her gracefully again and said, "I see. Then I won't waste any more of your time."
After getting the consent, Wen Zhu walked towards Qifangyuan with peace of mind.
When she arrived at Qifangyuan, she found Zhao Manxiang sitting alone and bored, so she hurried forward and carefully helped the young lady to the theater where everything had already been arranged and was waiting for her. She also considerately put a soft pillow behind her back, hoping that she could watch the performance in the most comfortable posture.
"The young master has gone out to do something, and Madam is a little worried about him, so she is praying alone in the Buddhist temple."
Seeing Zhao Manxiang asking about her mother's condition, Wen Zhu hurriedly gave an answer.
After learning that her mother-in-law was not coming, she could only be accompanied by Aunt Zhou to watch the upcoming show.
As the deafening opening gongs and drums gradually faded away, it meant that today's classic opera called "Wall Horse" officially kicked off.
This work tells the story of the scholar Pei Shaojun and Miss Li from their acquaintance to their love and finally their happy marriage after overcoming numerous difficulties.
The two initially fell in love with each other due to a chance meeting, and silently looked at each other under the shade of a high wall and swaying willow branches.
The woman who boldly pursued true love married her lover secretly against her family's wishes, and lived quietly in the depths of the Pei family mansion for many years without being known to outsiders, and gave birth to two children.
It was not until the man became successful and publicly expressed his willingness to marry his lover that this tortuous and complicated love story was openly recognized and accepted by everyone.
The actor Lin Yuelou on stage perfectly reproduced the image of the protagonist in the play with his outstanding artistic talent and extraordinary appearance. Both his appearance and temperament were very consistent with the character setting.
Watching her performance, one can't help but admire her again and again: No wonder the heroine, who is the head of the ladies in a wealthy business family, can ignore all constraints and bravely pursue her own true feelings!
Some of the lines are so blunt that they make you shy and your heart beat faster, and you can almost feel your cheeks getting hot.
"Too shy to lift their heads, their entire bodies seemed to exude a faint fragrance. They gently caressed each other as they embraced, even their foreheads dripping with sweat from nervousness or excitement. When will this furtive act finally become public? When will they stop hiding and openly express their affection for each other in the light of day?"
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