mtlumby2d Chapter 154: Praying at Hankong Temple
Chapter 154: Praying at Hankong Temple
Ye Xiaoxiao scratched her head awkwardly and whispered,
"Well, mother, I... I think I took too much. How about you pick out some that are inconspicuous and not too rude, and prepare some to give to Lady Amber."
Liu Yunniang came back to her senses, sighed helplessly, and reached out to gently touch Xiaoxiao's forehead.
"You are such a greedy girl."
Ye Xiaoxiao stood aside obediently, her face full of regret.
"Mother, it's all my fault for being too impatient and not thinking things through."
Liu Yunniang paced in Linlang Pavilion, her eyes falling on the Ganoderma lucidum and ginseng from time to time.
"Okay, I'll pick some first. As for the others, we can store them properly and take them out when we need them later."
Liu Yunniang selected those Ganoderma lucidum and ginseng that were of moderate size and natural color and prepared to give them to Lady Anbohou. She also found exquisite boxes and silk and carefully packed the medicinal materials.
The mother and daughter then slowly left the space.
The next day, the sun shone on the earth, covering the entire capital city with a layer of warm glow.
The Liu Mansion was unusually lively today.
Everyone in the mansion was preparing for the two masters' trip.
Liu Yunniang was wearing an elegant green dress today. Her hair was simply tied up and pinned with an exquisite jade hairpin, making her look dignified and elegant.
Ye Xiaoxiao was wearing a moon pink dress with two cute buns on her head. She looked as lively and cute as a little fairy.
They took the carefully prepared gifts for Lady Anbohou, got on the carriage, and drove towards Hankong Temple.
Along the way, Ye Xiaoxiao was very excited and kept talking about her expectations for Hankong Temple.
Ye Xiaoxiao has been in Beijing for such a long time and has never been out of the city. Now she is like a bumpkin who has never seen the world. She can't wait to visit this authentic ancient temple.
This is not one of those ancient buildings that have been repaired and renovated in modern times!
Liu Yunniang smiled and touched Xiaoxiao's head.
"Don't worry, we'll be there soon. Hankong Temple is a very solemn place. When you get there, don't run around."
Ye Xiaoxiao nodded obediently.
"Don't worry, mother. I will be good. You underestimate me too much!"
The carriage moved steadily forward on the official road, and the sound of the wheels rolling was crisp and rhythmic.
As time passed, the carriage finally arrived at the foot of the mountain where Hankong Temple was located.
At this moment, another richly decorated carriage arrived.
The people sitting in the carriage were the Amber family.
Liu Yunniang and Ye Xiaoxiao got off the carriage together, and their eyes naturally turned to the carriage that had just stopped opposite.
They saw Mrs. Anbohou and Song Yaning walking towards them quickly.
Liu Yunniang and Ye Xiaoxiao showed happy smiles on their faces and hurried forward.
When the two sides met, they both seemed very enthusiastic.
After the greetings, the group set foot on the stone steps leading to Hankong Temple.
However, when Ye Xiaoxiao's eyes caught sight of Song Yiyu behind Mrs. Anbohou, she couldn't help but wonder: How could Prince Song appear here?
The prince is so free?
Ye Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes, secretly looked at her mother, then looked at Prince Song, and a strange expression appeared on her face.
She suddenly discovered that the man seemed to be staring at her mother!
Could it be... Maybe Ye Xiaoxiao's gaze was too obvious, and Prince Song noticed her gaze and turned to look at her.
The two looked at each other, and Song Yiyun was surprised to find that the little girl was looking at him curiously, as if she could see through his innermost thoughts.
He suddenly felt embarrassed and his face flushed, but he still pretended to be calm. After coughing twice, he slowly spoke,
"Ahem, Madam Liu is well."
However, Liu Yunniang did not notice the subtle atmosphere between the two. She thought that Prince Song had specially escorted his mother and sister here out of filial piety.
She smiled and responded,
"Thank you for your hard work, Prince Song."
It was just an ordinary sentence, but the corners of Prince Song's lips slightly raised, without any trace of his usual coldness.
Lady Anbohou looked at her son and Liu Yunniang silently. It was a pleasing picture to see the two of them standing together, one cool and the other bright.
However, Madam Liu did not even look at her son. This matter might be...
"Xiaoxiao, come here, I'll hold your hand!"
Seeing that Ye Xiaoxiao was staring at her brother, Song Yaning was afraid that this clever little girl might notice something, so she stepped forward and gently held her hand.
"Okay, Sister Yaning."
Ye Xiaoxiao called her affectionately, but Song Yaning felt a little embarrassed. Isn't this a bit wrong?
If my brother wants to be the little girl's father, then wouldn't it be a mess if she calls me sister?
"Well, Madam Liu and I are of similar age, not much difference. How about you, Xiaoxiao, call me Aunt Ning? I feel a little guilty when I respond to your call of sister."
Song Yaning said to Ye Xiaoxiao with a smile.
Liu Yunniang had no idea what Song Yaning was thinking, but Ye Xiaoxiao saw the look in her eyes that was trying to take credit from Prince Song.
Is this an assist?
Could it be that Prince Song is going to be General Xiao's love rival?
Forget it, let’s see what the other party is going to do?
No matter what, it depends on my mother's choice.
Ye Xiaoxiao tilted her head and thought for a moment, then nodded obediently.
"Okay, Aunt Ning."
As everyone talked, they slowly walked up the stone steps.
Hankong Temple is located halfway up the mountain, surrounded by green trees and has a quiet environment.
As they gradually approached the temple, a solemn and sacred atmosphere filled the air.
As you enter Hankong Temple, the smell of incense fills the air.
There are already many people in the temple who come to pray. Some of them kneel devoutly in front of the Buddha statue and pray, while others meditate quietly by the side.
Under the guidance of the monks, Liu Yunniang, Madam Anbohou and others also burned incense, worshipped Buddha and chanted scriptures.
Although Ye Xiaoxiao is young, she follows the adults' every move very seriously.
She looked at the solemn Buddha statue, her heart filled with awe.
She closed her eyes and silently made a wish in her heart, hoping that she and her mother would always be happy, and that the place and people in her dream would be able to get rid of their suffering as soon as possible.
She also hoped that, if possible, she would like to meet that person.
After the prayer, everyone went to the backyard of the temple to rest.
The backyard of Hankong Temple has guest rooms specially prepared for pilgrims, and the vegetarian dishes here are very famous.
The nobles in the capital are very fond of it. Now that you are here, you must experience it.
It was still early, so Mrs. Anbo suggested taking a walk in the red maple forest.
There is a large red maple forest in the backyard of Hankong Temple. Now is the time when maple leaves are falling. The ground is covered with a thick layer of red fallen leaves, like a sea of burning flames.