Chapter 150 Since the prince has agreed, you can try it
The pleasure boat slowly left the shore, its carved side breaking through the surface of the lake, startling countless red carp to jump out of the green waves.
The green mountains on both sides are dyed with fresh green, and a few clusters of pomegranate flowers, bright red like fire, peek out from between the layers of leaves.
The lake water has a warm luster, reflecting the sky and clouds. Occasionally, a dragonfly skims the water, creating ripples.
At this time, the sound of stringed instruments came slowly from the depths of the pleasure boat, the pipa was plucked gently and slowly, and the flute sounded gentle and melodious, interweaving into a melody with the gurgling water.
Helian Feng picked up the jade cup, and the amber wine swayed in the cup:
"Today's banquet is held, firstly, to welcome the Second Prince of Nanzhao to Tianqi, and secondly, to offer a relaxing feast for everyone to enjoy the early summer scenery of the lake. Let's put aside the formalities, drink and chat, recite poetry and write couplets, and not leave until we are drunk!"
After saying that, he raised his head and drank the wine in the glass, his eyes sweeping over everyone.
Xie Zhan stood up to return the greeting, his azure robe making him look elegant.
"Thank you, Your Highness, for your hospitality. The beauty of Tianqi's landscape is unrivaled in the world. I am honored to be traveling with you all today. It is truly a blessing in life. May the friendship between Nanzhao and Tianqi last forever, and may we enjoy this beautiful landscape together."
After saying this, he drank the entire glass of wine.
When the pleasure boat reached the center of the lake, several emerald green lotus leaves were spread out like a carpet, and the pink and white lotus flowers were either in bud or blooming in the wind, with morning dew still on the petals.
The lush green water plants sway gracefully in the water, gently moving with the waves, like a beautiful woman dancing.
Helian Feng looked at the beautiful scenery in front of him with great interest:
"The lotus flowers are blooming earlier this year, which really adds some color to the scenery. So, why don't we have some fun playing the flying flower game?"
Xie Zhan was not from Tianqi and did not know what Feihua Ling was. He asked with great interest:
"Your Highness, how should we play this game?"
"For example, if we use a certain character as the command, Person A will recite a poem that begins with this character, and Person B will continue with the poem that begins with this character, and so on. The sentences cannot be repeated, and the rhythm must be well-balanced. If you can't finish within three breaths, you will be fined three cups of wine!"
Xie Zhan clapped his hands and laughed: "So that's how it is, very interesting!"
Helian Feng picked up the wine pot, poured the amber wine into everyone's cups, and said loudly:
"Since I'm the one suggesting this, I'll start with the first line. I'll start with the word 'flowers': Flowers droop like jade dew, pitying the quiet grass! Let's follow the order of seating. Nan Yan, 'flowers' comes second. What line will you follow?"
Xiao Nanyan stroked the jade wine cup with his fingertips, pondered for a moment, and continued:
"When the flowers bloom, spring is about to dawn."
The golden phoenix hairpin in Helian Shu's hair trembled slightly with her movements, and she smiled charmingly:
"Brother Yan is very talented. The word 'flower' is in the third word. Shu'er continues: 'cloudy hair, flowery face, and golden step-shaking ornaments.'"
When it was Su Wan's turn, her cheeks flushed with shame, and her voice was as gentle as spring water:
"Flowers are in the fourth word, Wan'er presents her ugly face: the path is full of flowers and the orioles are singing early."
Xie Zhan looked at the swaying reflection in the cup, and a low laugh escaped from his throat:
"Interesting, interesting. The flower is in the fifth word, so I'm just being pretentious: butterflies dance among the fragrant flowers, moon and birds."
Fu Yunqing gently shook the folding fan in his hand, and a smile appeared at the corner of his eyes:
"Flowers" is the sixth character, so I continue: Green willows weave silk and hundreds of flowers bloom.
The last word happened to be Chu Jin's turn. He curled his lips and drank three glasses of wine in a row:
"Cup three cups as punishment! I have no interest in reciting poetry or writing prose!"
Helian Feng smiled slightly, knowing Chu Jin's temper, and did not blame him:
"I know you hate these things, so it's fine if you punish yourself. But someone has to take over the last word of this flying flower order."
His eyes scanned the boat and suddenly fell on Xiyan, who was lowering her brows behind Xiao Nanyan. His eyes lit up:
"I once had a long conversation with Miss Xiyan, and I know she has a lot of ideas. Let her take up the seventh word!"
As soon as these words were spoken, the pleasure boat suddenly became as quiet as the abyss.
The silver chopsticks in Su Wan's hand almost fell, and the originally gentle smile froze at the corner of his mouth.
Xiyan, on the other hand, was so startled that she took a half step back, her skirt brushing against the cold deck, and she knelt and bowed:
"Your Highness, thank you for your compliment. I am of humble origin and have little knowledge. How dare I show off my skills in front of such nobles?"
"Why not?"
Helian Feng picked up the jade cup and sipped it gently, his eyes as warm as the gentle breeze:
"Today is just a leisurely occasion. There is no distinction between high and low status. I will allow you to be the one!"
Helian Shu sneered:
"My Royal Brother, what you said is strange. When did the rules change? Letting a maid sit at the same table with the noble and recite poems and write couplets, if it gets out, I'm afraid it will cause criticism."
Helian Feng put down his wine glass, a look of displeasure appeared on his face:
"This gathering today was proposed by me, so the rules are naturally decided by me."
Xiao Nanyan, who had been silent all this time, suddenly spoke:
"Yan Yan, since the prince has given his approval, you can give it a try."
Helian Shu saw Xiao Nanyan also speaking for Xiyan, and the rouge at the corners of her eyes became even more glaring:
"Since your master has spoken, if you can't respond, you will have to drink three glasses of wine as a penalty!"
Xiyan had no choice but to bow again:
"As you command."
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