Shi Qinghuan looked at the huge lake. Without hesitation, he bent down and touched the lake water with his fingertips. It was warm and comfortable.
It is indeed a hot spring lake.
"If lotus flowers are planted here, they will bloom even in winter!"
"Well, I'll let Zhang Yue make arrangements."
"No, I'm just saying it!"
When Shi Qinghuan stood up, Bailiheng looked at her calm and peaceful look with a little surprise in his eyes, "Are you not afraid of water anymore?"
Shi Qinghuan looked back at Bailiheng and was equally surprised, "Didn't you just leave that day?"
Yes!
Shi Qinghuan suddenly remembered the strange things in the river outside the Royal Courtyard that day.
She had obviously sunk to the bottom of the water, and there were many pursuers, but after she was inexplicably pushed to the shore, even the pursuers disappeared.
So that's it.
Shi Qinghuan nodded and saluted Bailiheng.
"It seems that I haven't thanked you enough for your life-saving grace!"
Bailiheng didn't answer, but raised his eyebrows half-way, "So, you're not afraid of water now?"
Shi Qinghuan stood up, "Yes, adults have said that I cannot have weaknesses. I think it is right, so when I tried my best to restrain the fireworks, I also overcame the fear of water."
Speaking of which, even Cheng Yangfeng knew that he was afraid of water.
So it must change.
As for the reason for being afraid of water, it was just that she was naughty when she was a child and almost drowned in her own pond, so compared to the shock reaction of fireworks, fear of water is easier to overcome.
Just learn how to swim and you'll be fine.
Although Bailiheng was a little surprised, after thinking about it, it was reasonable.
This is indeed her style.
"This way."
Bailiheng turned around and entered the door on one side.
Shi Qinghuan followed him in. Inside was a hot spring pool. The water was shallow and warm, making it a great place to enjoy.
After passing through the layers of curtains, Bailiheng sat down by the window on one side.
A pot of hot wine was warming on the table in front of him.
Bailiheng poured a glass for her and said, "Try it."
Shi Qinghuan also sat down, but his eyes were attracted by the beautiful scenery outside the window.
Amidst the smoke, there is white snow flying, and under the white snow, there is a plum forest.
The most precious thing is that here are not red plums, but green plums.
In winter, with white snow and green plum trees, it is absolutely beautiful.
With the smoke, it feels like a fairyland.
And with the fragrance of the wine in front of her, she seemed to be that worldly expert.
There was a kind of leisurely relaxation in Shi Qinghuan's heart.
He raised his glass, nodded, and drank it all in one gulp.
The fresh taste of plum blossom leaves a fragrance on your lips and teeth.
"very nice!"
This was the first time since her rebirth that she truly felt good.
Bailiheng's eyes fell on Shi Qinghuan's body vaguely. Seeing her expression, a faint smile appeared on the corners of his lips.
In the land of wonderland, drink from the window.
A beautiful couple.
Time always stands still for a moment. Bailiheng stayed for a while and then left Wenyuan.
Everything that followed was left to Shi Qinghuan to handle.
It's easy to say, Bailiheng has basically prepared everything inside.
In order to respect her, only the people in the courtyard were left to make arrangements. Naturally, everything fell on Shi Miaotong.
Shi Qinghuan's identity was not explained to anyone except Shi Miaotong. They only knew that they were all from the same group.
The nursing staff and others who were arranged to come in were all people whose wealth could not be found out, but who were loyal and had some skills. The same was true for the maids.
And they are only responsible for the security and cleaning of the courtyard. The inner courtyard is not allowed to be entered.
For Shi Qinghuan's safety, Shi Miaotong not only moved here quietly himself, but also brought a man with strong martial arts skills named Xingrui.
Xingrui was also the son of a prefect, but because Cheng Yangfeng's family was ruined, he had a very cold temperament and was nowhere to be seen on weekdays, but he secretly protected Shi Qinghuan.
After everything was arranged, Shi Qinghuan started studying for the exam, reading day and night.
From time to time, he would also go to the Prime Minister's Mansion to consult and communicate with Bailiheng.
Occasionally, he would appear in front of outsiders as Su Zhou.
Although there was a secret passage, Bailiheng had never been to Wenyuan, which made Shi Qinghuan feel much relieved. With Shi Miaotong beside him, he felt a little dazed for a moment.
It's like going back ten years ago...
More than half a month passed in the blink of an eye, and the inspection by the Supervision Department officially began.
The assessment is divided into literary test and martial arts test.
The literary test was not difficult for Shi Qinghuan.
As for the martial arts test, Bailiheng asked for pardon due to his reputation as a talented scholar of the Su family and his frail body, but Shi Qinghuan was exempted from it.
After the assessment, it is time to wait for the palace examination.
According to the rules, after the palace examination, the Holy Emperor will personally determine the official position.
But this also means that the situation Shi Qinghuan will face will be very complicated.
On the eve of the imperial examination, Bailiheng came to Wenyuan for the first time.
Sitting with Shi Qinghuan in a pavilion by the hot spring lake, having a drink together.
The reflections of stars intersect on the lake surface, which is mostly covered by lotus flowers.
Bailiheng looked at Shi Qinghuan who looked downcast and raised his glass, "Not sure?"
"No, the imperial examination should be fine, it's just..."
"We have to face Cheng Yangfeng directly. Are you worried?"
"Um!"
But in fact, Shi Qinghuan had to face more than just Cheng Yangfeng.
There are also the insidious enemies, the treacherous court, the unpredictable Sacred Heart, and...
An old friend I haven’t seen in ten years.
By then, I don’t know what the situation will be.
Bailiheng put down his wine glass and frowned, "If a person wants to move forward, the best way is to forget everything in the past and treat it as a new life."
"New life, easier said than done? The memories are still there, the feelings are still there..."
"emotion?"
Bailiheng frowned and stared at Shi Qinghuan suddenly, "With whom?"
Shi Qinghuan was stunned and quickly said, "There are also some familiar ones that I have seen in childhood, like Sister Miaotong."
"Oh, that's how it is!"
Bailiheng's brows relaxed, but Shi Qinghuan tilted his head and looked over.
"Wait a minute, sir, who do you think I'm in love with? Cheng Yangfeng?"
Hearing Cheng Yangfeng's name, Bailiheng raised his eyebrows and looked at Shi Qinghuan with interest.
But he didn't speak.
Shi Qinghuan smiled disdainfully, "Why do you think so, sir? I once said that he and I would fight to the death. The most important thing is that even ten years ago, he was just mediocre."
As he spoke, he deliberately looked at Bailiheng.
"Speaking of which, sir, you are much better than him."
"Oh? Tell me."
Bailiheng became interested, and Shi Qinghuan didn't hesitate to praise him.
"My lord, you are of unparalleled magnificence and unparalleled spirit. You are like an outsider who has transcended the mortal world. How many times will we see you in this world?"
As soon as these words came out, Bailiheng's lips couldn't help but evoke a smile, but he quickly covered it up.
"I never expected that Second Young Master Su would be so capable of flattering me."
"No, just telling the truth."
Shi Qinghuan looked as usual, and he was indeed telling the truth.
Bailiheng was exactly as she described, but only on the outside.
If you put aside this skin...
Shi Qinghuan didn't dare to think about what it was like inside.
Sensing the change in Shi Qinghuan's eyes, Bailiheng's expression darkened, "Are you thinking that except for this skin, everything else about me is black?"
"puff..."
Shi Qinghuan squirted out a mouthful of wine and looked at Bailiheng in disbelief.
Can he read minds?
And this undoubtedly confirms what Bailiheng said.
Bailiheng's eyes narrowed slightly, exuding a dangerous aura.
Shi Qinghuan quickly explained, "No, absolutely not."
Shi Qinghuan's pretending to be calm and quibbling was actually a bit...cute.
Just when the atmosphere was tense, Baili Gang suddenly chuckled.
The aura around him instantly dispersed.
Shi Qinghuan was a little confused, but Bailiheng had already stood up.
"Have a good rest and wait for me at the palace gate tomorrow."
After saying that, Bailiheng turned around and left.
Shi Qinghuan froze on the spot, watching Bailiheng's figure disappear, and then he understood.
So, was he accompanying her to relieve her emotions just now?
To make it easier tomorrow?
Shi Qinghuan couldn't help but drink the wine in the glass with a slight smile on his lips.
He also got up and walked towards his room.
tomorrow....
