As he spoke, he carefully picked up the "Qiongtian Temple": "Look, this cake..."
Seeing this, Poinsettia stretched out her hand to take it with the same caution: "I see, this cake..."
However, the purple rice cake is extremely soft and glutinous. The moment Jue Tongjun let go, before he could hold the poinsettia plum firmly, the soft rice cake fell down and turned into a pile of mud.
"..."
"..."
The two of them sat upright and stared at the ground, and a solemn atmosphere filled the air.
After a long silence, Jue Tongjun's heart was still bleeding. But he still stretched out his finger tremblingly, pointed at the dark red rose syrup flowing out of the cake, and said: "...This is the proof."
Poinsettia didn't know the origin of Jue Tongjun and purple rice cake. He bent down and took a closer look, and soon discovered the difference: "This kind of slurry is not common in the Three Realms."
As he said that, he also took off the leather bag that had been pinned to his waist and handed it to Jue Tongjun: "I also have their products here. At the moment, it seems that in addition to promoting local goods, they are not No major harmful actions.”
Jue Tongjun took the leather bag, pulled out the cork and smelled it. The rich and fiery aroma of the wine choked his nose, so he quickly returned the leather bag to Poinsettia and nodded heavily.
The snow outside is getting heavier and heavier. The two people in the room fell into silence for a moment, and there was only the rustle of the falling snow outside, soft and wanton.
Both of them quickly made their next decision. Jue Tongjun took a long breath and raised his head: "I will notify the Qiongtian Temple troops dispersed in various places as soon as possible, so that they can investigate first without alarming the snake. If there is any situation, we will take action immediately."
Poinsettia had no objection to his approach. He also stood up and looked at the lanterns blown by the cold wind outside the hall: "That's good. In that case, I have to leave."
"It's windy and snowy outside, why don't you stop in Qiongtian Hall for a while." Jue Tongjun also stood up.
Poinsettia waved her hand and said: "No need. The plum blossoms are more prosperous in the wind and snow, and now is not the time for me to sit back and relax. You and I will keep in touch, and we will inform you at any time if anything happens."
He strode towards the entrance of the palace and put on the felt robe that had not yet melted cleanly again. Glancing at the deep snow in the distant mountains, he piled into it without looking back, and it was all white.
The lanterns were swaying as if seeing off guests. Jue Tongjun walked to the door, looked at his retreating figure, and turned around.
However, when he turned around, he saw his cherished pastries scattered all over the floor, and he couldn't bear to turn his head away. But the deal was already done, and there would be no enjoyment this year. After hesitating for a moment, he accepted the reality and went to find a broom to clean the floor alone.
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And on the other side. The intersection between Shengping heaven and earth and the intersection of Zhushan and Linjiang are the bustling transportation hub of Jinse.
The Dongjiang River cannot suppress the exuberance and excitement on both sides. Barges come and go, and the river is full of reflections of boats. And in a peaceful mansion outside the busy city, it is one of the three rumored aristocratic families, the Bai family.
When it snows in the lower world, a thin layer of snow falls on Mount Zhushan in the early morning. Mixed with morning frost and cooking smoke, it blends into a warm breath floating in the air.
It was also a few days of running around in the mountains and fields. Early this morning, the clear and tired sound of horse hooves tramped through the market, accompanied by the breeze and cold snow, as they rushed back to the Bai family, which they had not seen for a long time.
It’s been a long time coming, of course for Bai Hao. This is actually Dongfang Shiming’s second time here, so I’m not very familiar with him.
The Bai family occupies a huge area, comparable to the Dongfang family. Dongfang Shiming only briefly recognized Bai Hao's family last time. He didn't even know how many roads and houses there were.
"Ah, we're home!"
The carriage stopped at the gate of Bai's house. Before it could stop, Bai Hao jumped out of the carriage very excitedly, then turned his head to wait for Dongfang Shiming.
Dongfang Shiming laughed along with him and then got off the car.
The Bai family's servants and guards are also very eager. Before the two of them entered, they were spotted by two guards guarding the door.
The two guards met each other's eyes and split up in a tacit understanding. One turned around and went in to report, while the other ran over to greet the two of them enthusiastically.
"Ah, great, the lady is back!"
The guards were filled with joy and greeted the two of them. Bai Hao gave a rare helpless smile and whispered to the guard: "There's no need to be so public. I've said it many times."
The guard obviously disapproved: "That's not possible, this is our obligation." As he said that, he turned his attention to Dongfang Shiming, "Besides, even my uncle is here this time, hehe, hehe!"
Dongfang Shiming couldn't bear this sincere laughter. Bai Hao glared at the guard twice with angry eyes, and without saying a word, pulled Dongfang Shiming towards home.
The second time he came, Dongfang Shiming deliberately remembered the interior of the Bai family when he entered. However, as soon as the two entered the gate, they found that the familiar courtyard seemed a little different.
It seems inappropriate to say it was lively. I saw many high-hanging wooden frames erected around the open courtyard, with some snow-white painting silk hanging on them. Some have been painted with ink, while others have not yet been painted, with different brush styles and unique styles.
The ground in the courtyard is wet, and against the silvery gray of the thin snow, the paintings are dazzling and even more fragrant.
There were some people I had never seen before around the yard, gathering around and chatting. From their words, it can be seen that they are extraordinary.
Dongfang Shiming was very puzzled by this, so he turned his attention to the white wormwood next to him.
Bai Hao stretched her neck and looked at it for a while, and got an impression: "...Eh, I, I remember, our family has held one before, it should be a kind of painting exhibition..."
Elegance matters are not surprising for such a wealthy family. Dongfang Shiming looked at it for a while and could understand.
Those people should be painters invited from all over the world. Listening to their discussions, most of them were discussions about painting skills. The paintings hanging in the yard should also be from their hands.
Directly in front of them are two opposite houses, with the Bai family's reception hall at the front. The houses on both sides were very noisy. Painters should be painting inside, and painters would come in and out from time to time.
The two of them stood there, looking at each other, when they saw a group of people dressed in rich clothes walking straight towards them.
When Dongfang Shiming saw them and hesitated, Bai Hao recognized them first and ran over happily:
"Dad, I'm back!"
Fortunately, Dongfang Shiming responded quickly and followed Bai Hao towards them.
Surrounded by everyone in the middle was a rich little old man. The white beard was grown into a very distinctive look, and the eyes were narrowed like crescent moons. I was even more happy to see my precious little daughter back.
Although he looks unattractive, like a happy and carefree little boss, he is indeed the rumored head of the Bai family, Bai Bai De. He is renowned for his well-known business talent, and under his decades of stewardship, the Bai family is at its peak.
