Forced Couple Husband x Husband: C44
C44: Free to Do As You Please
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“Thank you, Big Brother,” Cang Xingye happily took the offer of meat. “I love eating meat a lot!”
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
“Thank you, Big Brother,” Cang Xingye happily took the offer of meat. “I love eating meat a lot!”
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.C44: Free to Do As You Please
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
N/A“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive. To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night. Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter filled the air with their delight. His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.” While sipping a bit of tea and gazing at the bustling carriages and crowds ashore, Cang Xingye suddenly thought of the poem “Lantern Festival’s Night” by the Song Dynasty poet, Xin Qiji. Despite it not being the Lantern Festival, he couldn’t help but recite it as he witnessed such a sight, the lines being ones he learnt in his previous life.
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Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.Poem: []青玉案·元夕 (Lantern Festival) by 辛弃疾 (Xin Qiji) [Song Dynasty][]东风夜放花千树,更吹落、星如雨。宝马雕车香满路。凤箫声动,玉壶光转,一夜鱼龙舞。[]蛾儿雪柳黄金缕,笑语盈盈暗香去。众里寻他千百度。蓦然回首,那人却在,灯火阑珊处。[][]A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in all its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites.[]Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.[]To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night.[]Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter infused the air with their delight.[]His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.[][]So, to his family, Cang Xingye's recitation of this poem made it seem as if he wrote it.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“Leave him be now, little brother. Xiao Ye has no interest. All I wish is for our youngest to live as he pleases and do whatever he’d like to. As for you, little-est brother, here, eat some meat. Eat enough meat so that body of yours can grow strong.” Cang Xingrong handed a rather large braised pig trotter to his youngest brother as he spoke.
“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“Leave him be now, little brother. Xiao Ye has no interest. All I wish is for our youngest to live as he pleases and do whatever he’d like to. As for you, little-est brother, here, eat some meat. Eat enough meat so that body of yours can grow strong.” Cang Xingrong handed a rather large braised pig trotter to his youngest brother as he spoke.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.
“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive. To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night. Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter filled the air with their delight. His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.” While sipping a bit of tea and gazing at the bustling carriages and crowds ashore, Cang Xingye suddenly thought of the poem “Lantern Festival’s Night” by the Song Dynasty poet, Xin Qiji. Despite it not being the Lantern Festival, he couldn’t help but recite it as he witnessed such a sight, the lines being ones he learnt in his previous life.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive. To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night. Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter filled the air with their delight. His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.” While sipping a bit of tea and gazing at the bustling carriages and crowds ashore, Cang Xingye suddenly thought of the poem “Lantern Festival’s Night” by the Song Dynasty poet, Xin Qiji. Despite it not being the Lantern Festival, he couldn’t help but recite it as he witnessed such a sight, the lines being ones he learnt in his previous life.
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”Poem: []青玉案·元夕 (Lantern Festival) by 辛弃疾 (Xin Qiji) [Song Dynasty][]东风夜放花千树,更吹落、星如雨。宝马雕车香满路。凤箫声动,玉壶光转,一夜鱼龙舞。[]蛾儿雪柳黄金缕,笑语盈盈暗香去。众里寻他千百度。蓦然回首,那人却在,灯火阑珊处。[][]A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in all its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites.[]Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.[]To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night.[]Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter infused the air with their delight.[]His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.[][]So, to his family, Cang Xingye's recitation of this poem made it seem as if he wrote it.
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official.“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official. There are far too many constraints. Besides, you’re the one talented at studying, Second Brother. I’m nothing but a one-trick pony compared to you.” Hearing his brother’s words was enough to snap Cang Xingye out of his daze, as he waved his hands wildly in refusal and inwardly cursed himself for forgetting his position, period, and place.
“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official. There are far too many constraints. Besides, you’re the one talented at studying, Second Brother. I’m nothing but a one-trick pony compared to you.” Hearing his brother’s words was enough to snap Cang Xingye out of his daze, as he waved his hands wildly in refusal and inwardly cursed himself for forgetting his position, period, and place.
“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official.There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official. There are far too many constraints. Besides, you’re the one talented at studying, Second Brother. I’m nothing but a one-trick pony compared to you.” Hearing his brother’s words was enough to snap Cang Xingye out of his daze, as he waved his hands wildly in refusal and inwardly cursed himself for forgetting his position, period, and place.
“But... you do have talent, little brother. It’d be such a waste to bury it and not be a scholar,” Cang Xingyan couldn’t help but give his younger brother his sincere advice. He, himself, had studied for ages, yet this was a poem not even he could construct.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
“But... you do have talent, little brother. It’d be such a waste to bury it and not be a scholar,” Cang Xingyan couldn’t help but give his younger brother his sincere advice. He, himself, had studied for ages, yet this was a poem not even he could construct.
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.
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“No way, Second Brother. I have no inclination towards becoming an official. There are far too many constraints. Besides, you’re the one talented at studying, Second Brother. I’m nothing but a one-trick pony compared to you.” Hearing his brother’s words was enough to snap Cang Xingye out of his daze, as he waved his hands wildly in refusal and inwardly cursed himself for forgetting his position, period, and place.
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“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.
{What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.}N/A
What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
“But... you do have talent, little brother. It’d be such a waste to bury it and not be a scholar,” Cang Xingyan couldn’t help but give his younger brother his sincere advice. He, himself, had studied for ages, yet this was a poem not even he could construct.
What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten.“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.Poem: []青玉案·元夕 (Lantern Festival) by 辛弃疾 (Xin Qiji) [Song Dynasty][]东风夜放花千树,更吹落、星如雨。宝马雕车香满路。凤箫声动,玉壶光转,一夜鱼龙舞。[]蛾儿雪柳黄金缕,笑语盈盈暗香去。众里寻他千百度。蓦然回首,那人却在,灯火阑珊处。[][]A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in all its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites.[]Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.[]To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night.[]Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter infused the air with their delight.[]His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.[][]So, to his family, Cang Xingye's recitation of this poem made it seem as if he wrote it.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
N/AWhat’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
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C44: Free to Do As You Please
What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
C44: Free to Do As You Please
C44: Free to Do As You Please“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
C44: Free to Do As You Please
“Leave him be now, little brother. Xiao Ye has no interest. All I wish is for our youngest to live as he pleases and do whatever he’d like to. As for you, {little-est} brother, here, eat some meat. Eat enough meat so that body of yours can grow strong.” Cang Xingrong handed a rather large braised pig trotter to his youngest brother as he spoke.“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.
“Leave him be now, little brother. Xiao Ye has no interest. All I wish is for our youngest to live as he pleases and do whatever he’d like to. As for you, little-est brother, here, eat some meat. Eat enough meat so that body of yours can grow strong.” Cang Xingrong handed a rather large braised pig trotter to his youngest brother as he spoke.
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
Li Chunjiao rented a boat that was well over ten square metres for all of them. After climbing aboard, all the food was placed on the central table, so everyone was able to enjoy the scenery of Qinglan County while enjoying a late-night meal.
“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.
There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive. To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night. Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter filled the air with their delight. His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.” While sipping a bit of tea and gazing at the bustling carriages and crowds ashore, Cang Xingye suddenly thought of the poem “Lantern Festival’s Night” by the Song Dynasty poet, Xin Qiji. Despite it not being the Lantern Festival, he couldn’t help but recite it as he witnessed such a sight, the lines being ones he learnt in his previous life.
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”What’s more, to be an official, one has to stay true to their conscience—which is no easy task. But becoming a corrupt official is something I lack the ruthlessness to pursue. I don’t like making things hard for others; I’m not that kind of person, so even that route would be hard.
“Please, Second Brother—my kind Second Brother... stop. Please say no more. I would truly rather just be a merchant. I like doing business, and being free to do as I please is great.”
“But... you do have talent, little brother. It’d be such a waste to bury it and not be a scholar,” Cang Xingyan couldn’t help but give his younger brother his sincere advice. He, himself, had studied for ages, yet this was a poem not even he could construct.“A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites. Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive. To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night. Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter filled the air with their delight. His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.” While sipping a bit of tea and gazing at the bustling carriages and crowds ashore, Cang Xingye suddenly thought of the poem “Lantern Festival’s Night” by the Song Dynasty poet, Xin Qiji. Despite it not being the Lantern Festival, he couldn’t help but recite it as he witnessed such a sight, the lines being ones he learnt in his previous life.
“But... you do have talent, little brother. It’d be such a waste to bury it and not be a scholar,” Cang Xingyan couldn’t help but give his younger brother his sincere advice. He, himself, had studied for ages, yet this was a poem not even he could construct.
“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“Leave him be now, little brother. Xiao Ye has no interest. All I wish is for our youngest to live as he pleases and do whatever he’d like to. As for you, little-est brother, here, eat some meat. Eat enough meat so that body of yours can grow strong.” Cang Xingrong handed a rather large braised pig trotter to his youngest brother as he spoke.
“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
“Thank you, Big Brother,” Cang Xingye happily took the offer of meat. “I love eating meat a lot!”
“Good, good, what a fitting poem for the night. Xiaoye, you’re so talented! This second brother is nothing compared to you!” Cang Xingyan was the first to applaud his brother, his eyes beaming with admiration before he continued, “With your talent, you can become an official! So how about it? Would you like to join this second brother of yours?”
There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten.
“Then eat, eat! Eat as much as you like since it’s your favourite!” Hearing his youngest brother’s cheers was all it took to fill his face with delight.
There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.There was also the case of his previous life being filled with hardships because of money and soaring house prices, so he had resolved to make his sole desire in this lifetime the amalgamation of his wealth. What of love, you ask? He also had no interest in anything that could not be eaten. As per his philosophy, so long as one lives, money is the most important thing in life. Yes, it was not able to buy a person everything, but it could provide enough joy and comforts to get him through his second go at life. Besides, as they say, anything that can be solved with money is a non-issue, or put simply, you need the ability to afford it~ Hahaha! Apologies for that. Cang Xingye very much likes the feeling of being able to afford to control his own fate. The only thing left was the feeling of being envied by others, unable to be even a pebble in his path, and that was one he had also vowed to do his level best in achieving.
“Indeed. Qinglan County truly possesses a unique charm under the shroud of night.” Fitting his status as a scholar, Cang Xingyan concurred.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.“The city truly looks quite different from the lake itself,” Cang Xingoing commented before taking a bite of stuffed pastry.
The lanterns draped along both sides of the river’s bank resembled a dragon, whose length extended far into the distance, beyond where it could be seen.
Author's Note:
Notes:
青玉案·元夕 (Lantern Festival) by 辛弃疾 (Xin Qiji) [Song Dynasty]
东风夜放花千树,更吹落、星如雨。宝马雕车香满路。凤箫声动,玉壶光转,一夜鱼龙舞。
蛾儿雪柳黄金缕,笑语盈盈暗香去。众里寻他千百度。蓦然回首,那人却在,灯火阑珊处。
A cool spring breeze swayed the brilliant lights dotting the night in all its splendour; the embers dancing on the currents, falling to the earth like sprites.
Along the streets filled with endless sweet fragrances, opulent horse-drawn carriages steadily made their drive.
To the tune of the flute-born melodies, jade pots spun and dragon-shaped lanterns danced throughout the night.
Donned in jewelled and floral ornaments with golden tassels, the sweet and joy-filled laughter infused the air with their delight.
His searching gaze scoured the multitude countless times over until a sudden turn to peer behind him revealed her glowing form amongst the sparse and hazy lights.
So, to his family, Cang Xingye's recitation of this poem made it seem as if he wrote it.
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