The Aisin Gioro family's ancestral phoenix eyes are intimidating when sharp, and deeply affectionate when tender.
Tong Wanyan was led away by Yinreng in a daze. It wasn't until she stepped onto the small boat and swayed slightly that she realized what was happening.
Ruizhu Academy is built on an isolated island, surrounded by water, and can only be reached by boat.
The island was small, with only a five-story building built on it. Standing on it and gazing at the distant scenery was quite pleasant.
The awning boat swayed gently on the water, moving slowly.
Instead of rushing onto the island, they first rowed around the lotus flowers.
Yinreng broke off a few lotus pods, threw them onto the boat, and then began peeling the lotus seeds himself.
Now is the perfect time to enjoy lotus seeds; they are sweet and crunchy.
He peeled one, and Tong Wanyan opened her fair palm and took it.
"Delicious." Tong Wanyan removed the lotus seed hearts and bit into them, finding them crunchy and satisfying.
"Don't you even know who peeled it?" Yinreng raised an eyebrow smugly: "Whatever I do is the best."
Tong Wanyan gave him face and ate two more, making him beam with joy and feel extremely satisfied.
"It's a pity we can't go boating at night. The cool breeze and the moon reflected in the lake would be such a beautiful sight." Tong Wanyan held a lotus seedpod and played with it in her hand.
Yinreng stared at her intently: "The night air is cool and can easily harm your health. If you wish to admire the moon reflected in the water, you can place a large vat in your courtyard and plant a few water lilies; that will do just as well."
"You have no sense of romance." Tong Wanyan held a lotus seedpod and lightly threw it at him.
Yinreng smiled but did not refute, for he could not bear to see her encounter even the slightest danger.
A man-made lake won't be very big; even if you go around in circles, you'll still reach the shore quickly.
Yinreng was the first to get ashore, and after he had steadied himself, he took Tong Wanyan's hand and led her to his side.
The five-story pavilion is indeed quite magnificent.
Tong Wanyan looked up, her eyes full of anticipation, as she stood at the highest point, looking around at what it would be like.
"Let's go." Yinreng looked down at her.
Ruizhu Courtyard was specially built by Emperor Kangxi for the Empress Dowager. Apart from Emperor Kangxi and the Empress Dowager, only Yinreng was allowed to bring people there.
The accompanying servants waited under the eaves and could not go up with them.
Step by step, we ascended the stairs.
Unsurprisingly, when you stand in front of the railing on the fifth floor, you can see a large portion of the scenery of Changchun Garden.
Even from this distance, the swaying peonies seem to exude fragrance.
Alone and utterly alone, I stand amidst the vastness of heaven and earth.
No wonder emperors loved to climb high places; though it was cold at the top, they were willing to endure the cold to climb to a high place.
"It's quite a coincidence that this is happening now. In a few days, the peony blooming season will probably be over. It's a rare opportunity to appreciate peonies and lotuses together, and it would be a pity not to paint it." Tong Wanyan sighed a few times about the vastness of the world, and then her girlish sentiments returned.
The world is vast, but nothing beats having someone by your side to share a peaceful and joyful life.
Tong Wanyan bent over and leaned against the fence, trying to see further.
Yinreng carefully shielded her; if she fell, there would be no way to save her.
"Don't stick your head out anymore. It was my oversight. Next time you come, you'll have to bring all the painting supplies, and a stool for you to step on." Yinreng coaxed him like a child, carefully pulling him back.
“No need for all that trouble. You can draw it when you get back. You’ve memorized it all.” Tong Wanyan pointed to her head.
"My little Yan is the smartest." Yinreng smiled gently, and Tong Wanyan felt flustered under his gaze, her eyes welling up with tears.
It should have been a perfect place to talk about love, with no one around.
Unfortunately, the sound of whipping rang out, and Kangxi arrived with the Empress Dowager.
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