The Mazu Festival is a grand event in coastal areas. Both the government and the people have always attached great importance to it. So, before it starts, all parties start making preparations.
This custom and culture has a long history, and it did not just start to rise in this dynasty.
Since the Song Dynasty, Mazu sacrifices have become popular. The main forms can be divided into five types: temple sacrifices, suburban sacrifices, sea sacrifices, boat sacrifices and family sacrifices. Among them, the first two are official rituals, and the last three are spontaneous among the people.
For this grand event, Qiongzhou Prefecture’s plan is to hold a temple ceremony, that is, to hold ceremonies in the holy temple. At that time, all officials from the city, local celebrities, and wealthy businessmen will be invited to attend.
It can be seen that this is a veritable event.
Since it is a grand event, we must treat it with caution. Although there is no need to rehearse, it is inevitable to make some plans. These various aspects of things can keep Liu Shicheng, the manager of the ceremony room, very busy.
He felt that it would be easier to make some arrangements regarding men's etiquette, but the trivial matters in the 'Lady's Circle' were somewhat unclear.
Especially the prefect's wife, Qi Liushi, is no ordinary Moji.
She said, how can such an annual event not pay attention to appearance?
What kind of clothes to wear, what kind of jewelry to wear, what kind of rouge to apply, and what kind of restraint to wear, all of these need to be considered carefully.
Okay, think about it slowly, I will tell you that after you have sorted everything out, I will go to the venue to give you some advice.
Liu Quan was not disturbed by the outside world at all and focused on his own affairs.
The cheongsam is really pretty, but the slit on the leg is a bit too high, but it doesn't matter, I'll sew it up a little later with a few stitches. And the neckline seems to be able to be tightened a little more.
Well...the jewelry is easy to sort out, but the shoes are difficult to match. Wear it with embroidered shoes, it doesn't look good; wear it with brocade boots, it doesn't look very good either.
Alas, I am really worried to death.
At this moment of hesitation, Yin Tao suddenly rushed over, and she also brought a pair of beautiful shoes that could be paired with the cheongsam.
This is a kind of "high-heeled shoes" similar to clogs. The upper is simple and elegant. Although the comfort is not very good, it is beautiful.
No need to guess, this strange thing must have come from my husband's whims.
Do you want?
of course yes!
hehe
, seeing that you, little girl, are so good at getting things done, I won’t scold you in the future.
After Liu Quan glanced at her, he seemed to accept the gift reluctantly. Although she didn't say anything, she still felt very grateful.
If it weren't for the fact that he had been involved with the Yin family before, he would have really wanted to ask her face to face what Yin Jun's attitude towards her marriage was.
Back to business.
After the two girls finished dressing up, they went to the venue of Mazu Temple together. Generally speaking, the decoration was pretty good.
Liu Quan made a few suggestions to Liu Shicheng with reference to the temple fair in the capital, and then hurriedly went to the temple to burn incense.
As for what each of the two women asked for, how could outsiders know?
After paying homage, Liu Shicheng suggested to Liu Quan: "Madam, I should say something that I shouldn't say. You are a dignified wife of the fourth rank, and it is most suitable to wear the clothes of a royal wife. Strange clothes like yours... …It’s really unbecoming.”
Unbecoming?
It's nonsense.
Even the Queen can wear this kind of clothes, why can't I wear it?
Liu Quan frowned and said with a hint of displeasure: "Although I am the prefect's wife, I am only a person watching the ceremony. I don't need to perform etiquette or say congratulations. Why do I need to wear formal clothes? Okay, okay, Just mind your men's business, you don't have to worry about what clothes we women wear."
Upon hearing this, Yin Tao also echoed: "That's right! You have a lot of things to do, but you still worry about what clothes others wear! I'm not afraid to tell you that this dress was designed by Mr. Qi himself, but you dare to say that it is inappropriate In fancy clothes, let’s see what you can do!”
What, this thing was designed by Mr. Qi?
Oops, why did you hit the iron plate?
Liu Shicheng had a bitter look on his face, as if he had eaten bitter melon first and then drank coptis, and his smile made people feel as if they were toothless.
Forget it, we won’t argue with you.
Liu Quan smiled faintly and said to him: "Go and do your own thing. We can wander around casually. Oh, by the way, you don't need to send anyone to follow us anymore."
"Uh...yes!"
In response, Liu Shicheng waved his hand, and the government officials dispersed in understanding.
In this way, Liu Quan and Yin Tao no longer have any entourage around them, and they can wander around at will.
It's spring, the weather
It is refreshing and pleasant, and the flowers are blooming. It is a good time for spring outings in the countryside.
Although the event has not yet begun, there is already a strong atmosphere of joy. The vendors are shouting about business, the artists are performing juggling, and pedestrians are passing by in a hurry. It looks very lively.
The two women watched as they walked, and unknowingly they reached the end where there were only a few people.
Just as he was about to turn back, he suddenly felt a cool breeze blowing behind him, as if something was approaching, but when he looked back, he saw that it was empty.
What a strange thing!
Could it be that he was hallucinating?
However, when he looked again, he saw Xiaotong flashing out of nowhere, making a grimace and laughing at the two of them.
"whee!"
"Huh? Why are you here?"
Liu Quan was surprised when he saw his daughter arriving suddenly. Could it be that he met her by chance?
Although Yin Tao also felt a little strange, she felt relieved after looking around and seeing that everything was normal.
"Mom, you didn't even mention taking me with you when you came out to play." Although Xiaotong said this, there was no hint of grievance in her expression.
Liu Quan glared at her pretending to be angry and said, "You are such a big kid, why are you always thinking about playing?" As soon as these words came out, she felt that something was wrong, so she said again: " Okay, okay, I’m done shopping now, so I’d better go home quickly.”
Yin Tao looked at the sun that was gradually setting and agreed to go home.
So, the three of them changed directions and headed home.
However, just after taking a few steps, Xiaotong quietly turned around again and glared at the grass on the roadside.
Liu Quan and Yin Tao didn't notice at all that in that bush, two people who had just died were lying at this moment. They held concealed weapons in their hands and hid knives in their sleeves, and they looked a bit like people in the world.
However, for these two people, they had no idea how they died. Just a moment ago, when they were about to take action, they suddenly saw a girl smiling at Weird and them, and then, they were lost forever. Awareness...
Xiaotong was very lucky that she listened to Tong Yanhuo's suggestion and quietly followed her mother to protect her. Otherwise, the consequences would be disastrous.
This time, she was ruthless.
For those who dare to offend her mother, there is indeed no need to live.
Fortunately, there was no danger.
