Chapter 144 Where is My Husband?
A hint of embarrassment flashed across Zhao Zhiyuan's face, but it quickly vanished. "My aunt had the audacity to visit me yesterday, so I probably didn't have time to explain in detail. I'm Zhao Zhiyuan, and my courtesy name is Zijing."
Lin Zhiyi then realized that he was the scholar that Aunt Zhao had mentioned.
No wonder he speaks so politely.
But didn’t Aunt Zhao explain it to him clearly?
Lin Zhiyi looked at Zhao Zhiyuan. He was wearing a light blue long gown that looked a little old but neat, and a black square scarf on his head.
He has a thin face, slightly protruding cheekbones, and his skin is slightly pale from staying in the study for a long time. His eye sockets are slightly deep, and his eyes are gentle but reveal a hint of stubborn sharpness.
Although his attitude was humble, his brows were sometimes furrowed.
Although her appearance is okay, she is far inferior to Li Wenjing.
Besides, even if Li Wenjing didn't exist, she probably wouldn't like someone like Zhao Zhiyuan.
"Mr. Zhao, just speak frankly."
"Miss Lin, can I have a moment with you?"
"If it's about marriage, Mr. Zhao, please don't say anything. I already have someone in my heart."
Lin Zhiyi explained it to him directly to avoid any further entanglement and gossip.
Zhao Zhiyuan was stunned for a moment after hearing this, then he bowed and said, "Sorry to bother you."
Lin Zhiyi also nodded at him.
When Lin Zhiyi returned from Ma Cunzheng's house, Fang Mama called her in the courtyard, "Miss, I found out that Cuicui lives across the wall from the Mu family. Cuicui often goes to play with Miss Mu."
"Okay, I understand."
Lin Zhiyi had an idea in mind.
It turned out that it was Mu Yunzhao who was annoying her everywhere.
It seems that she has to make Mu Yunzhao unhappy, otherwise she would be sorry for her.
Seeing that it was getting late and thinking of the agreement with Li Wenjing, Lin Zhiyi told Mrs. Song that he was going to the county.
Mrs. Song also knew that there was a dragon boat race in the county today, so it must be very lively.
There are also young talents in the county going to the riverside. If any of them are attracted to Zhizhi, that would be a good thing.
She gave her daughter some instructions, asking her to be careful, etc. before letting her leave the house.
Lin Zhiyi didn't bring anyone with him, but Li Wenjing brought Zhusheng and asked him to drive the carriage.
As soon as Li Wenjing got into the carriage, he asked, "Where is the hairpin I gave you?"
"I was afraid I'd lose it when I went out to play, so I put it away. After all, it was given to me by you, so I value it very much."
Lin Zhiyi didn't expect that Li Wenjing would find out all this.
Li Wenjing didn't ask any more questions, but said, "My husband was calling me affectionately just now."
"What husband?"
Apart from talking to Zhao Zhiyuan at the gate for a few words today, she didn't see anyone else.
"Are you talking about Zhao Zhiyuan?"
"He's a scholar with a good reputation, so isn't it normal for him to call me Mr. Zhao?"
Is Li Wenjing jealous?
Lin Zhiyi chuckled a few times and said, "My humble servant greets Mr. Li."
The eyes were slightly curved, clearly hiding a hint of mockery.
"Wouldn't it be easier to just drop the surname and call him 'husband'?"
Lin Zhiyi glared at Li Wenjing and said, "When you marry me, I'll call you husband."
"Don't worry, I'm going to let everyone in the world see how I marry you in such a grand manner!"
Li Wenjing suddenly became serious and stared at her, which made Lin Zhiyi feel a little embarrassed.
He quickly changed the subject and mentioned to Li Wenjing that he had seen Zhang Wanqing in the county.
Looking at Li Wenjing again, there was no expression on his face.
"She has fallen into depravity. Don't bother with her."
Lin Zhiyi felt that Zhang Wanqing was deceived into going there. Zhang Wanqing was used to seeing the noble young men from aristocratic families in Chang'an, so how could she possibly look down on County Magistrate Sun?
"What a pity." Lin Zhiyi looked at Li Wenjing.
"You wish me to mind my own business?"
"Although I don't like her either, I don't want you to have any regrets. After all, Grand Tutor Sun taught you a lesson."
"Not jealous? Nail the window shut again?"
Lin Zhiyi refused to admit it, "When have I ever been jealous?"
"Just check it out. I promise not to do anything childish this time."
Li Wenjing agreed and promised to send someone to investigate.
When they reached the river, they got off the carriage.
Although Li Wenjing was dressed very simply today, he was wearing the same linen clothes as Lin Zhiyi.
Even so, his whole demeanor is awe-inspiring and hard to offend.
His face was really eye-catching, his eyes seemed to be filled with stars, and the corners of his lips curled up, revealing a bit of willfulness.
Lin Zhiyi glanced at the young ladies on the river bank who were eager to get involved. She was afraid that the dragon boat race would... well, she didn't know whether they would watch the dragon boat race or Li Wenjing.
There were so many people on the river bank that the road ahead was blocked completely. Lin Zhiyi had no idea whether the dragon boat in front was coming or not.
She stood on tiptoe to see, but lost her balance and nearly fell. Li Wenjing quickly grabbed her arm and chuckled, "Are you so anxious? The dragon boats haven't arrived yet."
Lin Zhiyi sighed, "I don't know if they came to see the heads or the dragon boats, there's nothing to see."
"I'll take you to the front."
As he spoke, Li Wenjing took Lin Zhiyi's hand and activated his internal energy. The people around him felt the pressure and unconsciously stepped aside.
In this way, Li Wenjing successfully led Lin Zhiyi to the river.
But the two of them also attracted the attention of more people, who looked over and guessed their identities.
Judging from their attire, these two people seem to be ordinary people, but their overall demeanor doesn't seem like it.
I'm afraid it's some rich young man or girl who is disguised and out for fun.
Suddenly, someone next to me said, "I heard that this year's dragon boat race is being hosted by the Governor himself, and the prize is a night-shining pearl tributed from the South China Sea, the same one the Emperor gave to the Governor."
"Yeah, it's a pity that I don't know how to row, otherwise I would have signed up."
"Oh, what a pity, I can't do that either..."
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Lin Zhiyi also understood the official system of this era. The governor was the highest local official and a fourth-rank official.
No wonder he could produce the Night Pearl of the South China Sea.
Seeing that Lin Zhiyi was listening with great interest, Li Wenjing suddenly leaned over and whispered in her ear, "If you like, I will personally participate in the competition and win the pearl to illuminate it for you, okay?"
Lin Zhiyi was surprised when he heard this and asked, "Can you row a boat?"
"I didn't know how to do it before, but now I can. Wait here for me. I'll go ask if I can still sign up."
"good."
Lin Zhiyi suddenly felt a little excited.
Li Wenjing found a place for Lin Zhiyi to watch the dragon boat race most clearly, and he could also see Lin Zhiyi at the same time.
"You have to be careful here."
"It's okay, I can swim, did you forget?"
This reminded Li Wenjing of the time when Lin Zhi kissed him to save him, and his ears felt a little hot.
"Go quickly, or you won't be able to register later."
"Um."
Li Wenjing left, leaving Lin Zhiyi waiting there.
But in just a moment, several people came over to talk to her, asking her where she came from.
Lin Zhiyi also knew that many people wanted to take this opportunity to find their own marriage.
She pointed in the direction of Li Wenjing and said, "My husband is over there."
When they heard that Lin Zhiyi was already married, they all felt it was a pity.
After Lin Zhiyi rejected countless people, he finally heard the sound of drums like thunder.
Twenty-four dragon boats came breaking through the waves, their vermilion lacquered bows carved with ferocious dragon heads, their green flags fluttering, and the sound of their horns rustling the willow branches on the shore.
Someone nearby exclaimed, "Look! The dragon boat is coming!"
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