The woodshed was narrow, built with yellow mud and stones, with a door but no windows. The farr feared the two people he sheltered would suffocate to death, so when he left, he left the door ajar, letting the slanting moonlight in.
Illuminating Wen Caishang’s white boots.
The two escaped, changing their clothes completely. But fortunately, the boots "survived." These white boots were of exceptional quality, beautifully embroidered, not stained by dust.
In these rural areas, farrs need to store firewood all year round. Along the way, they pick up broken branches and leaves to fill the woodshed.
Over ti, a substantial pile accumulates.
Concealing their figures.
Wen Caishang’s beautiful eyes carried a hint of nace as she pressed down on Li Xian, a soft sword in her sleeve flashing coldly. In this posture and state, she feared Li Xian would escape.
Li Xian felt miserable inside, avoiding pursuit along the way. He made every effort to cover up the "Heavy Pupils," knowing it was hard to explain. But the threat from Zhao Zhiyuan was fierce, leaving no place to hide. Wen Caishang, quick-witted, often faced attacks from strange insects in the deep mountains, making it hard to focus, but once outside, she was bound to ask.
Wen Caishang gently said, "Li Lang, please speak clearly..."
Li Xian said, "Madam... this matter of Heavy Pupils..." Wen Caishang’s fingers lightly brushed, touching the sword wound on Li Xian’s chest, filled with affection yet also annoyance. She had never been in love before but was deeply fond of Li Xian, stirring her emotions and tasting the sweetness of love. However, this boy lied all the ti, beyond her control, she said, "You better not lie to , I hate being deceived the most."
Li Xian said, "Madam... the matter of Heavy Pupils awakened again after my Perfect Appearance. I kept it secret, all because... all because..." He was skilled at arguing, but Wen Caishang was hard to deceive. At this mont, he had nothing to say.
Wen Caishang said, "All because... you fear ?" Li Xian nodded. Wen Caishang softly said, "Then were many things you said before lies to ?"
Li Xian thought, "Madam escaped danger, with suspicions about . If I told the truth, it would only make her more suspicious. She likes listening to romantic words, so I should say more." He said, "No, why would I want to deceive you, Madam? Only the matter of Heavy Pupils made afraid of causing a rift, so... so I kept it a secret."
Wen Caishang’s body softened, lying on his chest, saying, "Then... is this statent true?"
Li Xian said, "Absolutely true. Or do you think... this perilous journey is not enough to prove my sincerity? If I wanted to deceive you, why would I risk my life to protect you?"
"Or is it..."
"Madam treats only with calculations. Do you not see my sincere heart?"
Wen Caishang hurriedly said, "No... Li Lang... don’t think like this, I... I’m sincere with you too, I see your sincerity, I... I will treat you well, both of us will be fine." She was ruthless and selfish, never saying a soft word in the face of life and death. But at this mont, these words slipped out.
Both Li Xian and Wen Caishang were surprised. Li Xian said, "Madam, let’s sleep now." Wen Caishang nodded, sowhat unwilling, but could only set aside this topic.
Silent throughout the night.
The next morning.
Li Xian left hand in hand with Wen Caishang before the rooster crowed. With so remaining wealth, they confidently went into the city to explore.
Seeing bustling people, thriving comrce, and constant carriages and horses. The scent of smoke filled the air. After long residing in mountains and forests, seeing this again brings overwhelming intimacy.
Li Xian felt great joy, finding a clothing shop, spent several ounces of silver to get new clothes for both.
Li Xian was clean and bright, simply dressed. But his free and unrestrained deanor was hard to conceal. He arranged his long hair and simply tied it up, fixing it with a bamboo hairpin.
Wen Caishang noticed a jade crown, gently picked it up, examined it, and said, "Little Immortal, you are eighteen, it’s ti to wear the crown. Co here, I’ll help you crown."
Various dynasties have different rituals. In Nanyang Period, n crown at "fifteen years," Great Yu at eighteen, Great Wu follows Great Yu customs, crowning at eighteen, but so crown at twenty.
Based on the years, Li Xian was at crowning age, ready to take a wife and start a family. Li Xian removed the bamboo hairpin, letting his long hair loose. Wen Caishang’s delicate hands moved about, gathering his long hair, stood on tiptoe to put on the crown.
After tidying up. Wen Caishang felt quite touched, Li Xian’s long hair neatly arranged, face fully visible, looking extrely distinguished and upright, having a bit of depth and restraint in his youthful vigor.
An elegant young gentleman.
"A good man, a good man..." Wen Caishang was delighted, lightly caressing his face. The two’s affectionate behavior disregarded others around.
This clothing shop had decent standards, those exchanging clothes were quite affluent. Ladies from prominent families, officials’ daughters, renowned beauties... frequently appeared. Unable to stop staring, srized by Li Xian’s tall stature and handso appearance, lost in trance.
Wen Caishang frowned slightly, saying, "Ladies, is my little husband pleasing to the eye?"
Automatically the won ca to their senses, seeing Wen Caishang’s exceptional appearance, quickly withdrawing their gazes. Wen Caishang’s brows furrowed slightly, the pair’s passionate feelings accumulated while traveling, growing fond increasingly.
Wen Caishang smiled, "Common flour makeup, why bother to count? Little Immortal, I’ll help you pick an outfit. Guarantee to make you extraordinarily majestic. Co with ..."
Li Xian brushed his crown and said, "Madam... it’s too flashy." Wen Caishang said, "Little husband, you don’t want to accompany ?" Li Xian said, "I have to risk my life accompanying you, Madam."
Wen Caishang picked out several sets of ready-made clothes. All were quite expensive, Li Xian peered into his purse, quietly reminding. Wen Caishang was secretly annoyed, finding no elegance.
Could only keep it simple.
Wen Caishang’s appearance was stunning, plain skirts and luxurious robes couldn’t hide her beauty.
But the more expensive the attire, the more beautiful she beca, the more elaborate the clothes’ details. Li Xian paid for the clothes, thinking, "This beauty is truly hard to sustain, with my finances, even getting proper clothes is challenging."
Suddenly refreshed. Wen Caishang walked slowly, graceful and composed. Although the quality of clothes was slightly worse, she carried an air of nobility and splendor when dressed.
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