vstars Chapter 771 Jing Yi's Thoughts
Chapter 771 Jing Yi's Thoughts
The time of reunion is always short. Because of this military order, they only stayed in Yamen Village for four days in total, and then set off for Xuwen County.
As it was too troublesome to hide the carriage and horses while taking a boat, this time they decided to travel by land.
Xu Zize thought carefully and realized that although taking the water route could save most of the journey, it would be difficult to appreciate the beautiful scenery of Lingnan in spring.
Moreover, we were planning to collect grain, and maybe we could collect some beans, grains, etc. along the way. This side is close to the sea, so it would be easy to collect fish, shrimp, and dried goods.
After all, this road was not an official one, and Jing Changning took out a map in case they were not familiar with the route and got lost.
The map was drawn on fine rice paper and looked very recent, but the edges were curled, showing that it had been frequently unfolded and examined. Routes and markings were marked with cinnabar and ink, making it very easy to understand.
"Because they missed home, Dalang and Sanlang both sneaked back once." Jing Changning's fingers gently stroked the map, and his fingertips stopped at a valley marked with a cross.
"Be extra careful here. Last summer, a flash flood washed away the wooden bridge. I don't know if it's been repaired yet. The stream isn't deep, so if you can't, just unload the goods and carry them across."
His last words suddenly dropped to a low note. "Just follow the route they've drawn, and you won't go wrong, and it won't waste time."
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"Xi'er, don't sit anymore, get down and ride a horse!" Not long after leaving Yamen Village, Xu Zize came to the window. The sunlight filtered through the gaps in the leaves, casting mottled light and shadows on his face, making his features look like a painting.
"Okay!" Jing Chunxi agreed readily. As the carriage stopped, he quickly jumped off and rode on Xiaoman's exclusive gray horse.
Jing Chunxi skillfully adjusted the length of the stirrup and patted the horse's neck. The gray horse immediately rubbed her palm affectionately.
The roads to Xuwen County were all country roads, which were fine for riding a horse, but it was a real pain for those who took a car. The carriage bumped and swayed on the bumpy dirt road, and the axles made a teeth-grinding creaking sound.
Xiao Man, without a horse, didn't want to suffer the pain of riding in a carriage, so she pulled Tang Shuang and ran after the horse, unwilling to endure that kind of pain. The road was difficult to run, so they ran on the small country path not far from the road, just for exercise.
Frost also developed amazing endurance at Qingshan Villa, so now it was not strenuous at all. He always maintained a steady pace and did not show any signs of fatigue.
Only the driver and the passengers suffer.
Chuntao tried to get off the cart, but she was out of breath after running less than half a mile with the two of them, so she had no choice but to sit on the shaft of the cart.
Jing Yi, who was driving an empty car, was happy now and started chatting with her casually.
Jingyi has become a lot stronger in the past two years, but despite his height, he still looks thin, with dark skin and broad, rough palms.
He skillfully steered the carriage to avoid the gravel on the road, and from time to time he stole a few glances at the Frosting running in front.
"I heard that Miss Chuntao and Tangshuang have no one at home? They are so pitiful, just like me, no one takes care of them when they are old." There was a bit of loneliness in Jingyi's voice, and the whip in his hand tapped the shaft of the cart unconsciously, with an appearance of seeking misery.
"What do you mean no one cares? Isn't the young lady in charge? Are you short of food? Are you not satisfied?" Chun Tao knew what he was up to. Seeing him complaining, she angrily fired a series of salvos at him.
Her eyes were wide open, her cheeks were slightly flushed with excitement, and her face was full of dissatisfaction.
"Miss Chuntao, Brother Yi didn't mean that." Jingyi explained hurriedly, and flicked the whip lightly, as if afraid of being misunderstood.
He stole a glance at Tang Shuang who was running in front. The girl was concentrating on staring at the backs of the young lady and the prince who were riding horses in the front, her eyes full of envy.
The sunlight sprinkled on her frosted wheat-colored skin. The loose hair on her forehead was wet with sweat and stuck to her smooth forehead. Her plump body swayed gently with the rhythm of her running.
Turning around and seeing that Chuntao didn't mean to blame him, he became bolder and said, "Tangshuang is almost seventeen, right? She runs really fast." His eyes followed Tangshuang's agile figure, his eyes full of admiration.
After thinking about it, he added, "Miss Chuntao is not young anymore." He regretted it as soon as he said it and wanted to bite off his tongue.
He clearly didn't mean to be disrespectful, but Chuntao turned around speechlessly and glared at him. "Since you cook delicious food, I won't bother with this offensive remark. If Tang Shuang were here, I would have punched you twice."
Chuntao pretended to hit Jingyi, who shrank his neck in fear. But seeing that she was just feinting, he couldn't help but burst out laughing.
"Haha!" Jing Yi scratched his head stupidly, laughing like a fool, and added, "Tang Shuang has a good temper and doesn't hit people randomly." His eyes sparkled when he said this, as if he recalled some good memories.
"Okay." Chun Tao complained in her heart and didn't dare to agree. She didn't want to discuss such boring topics with him, so she called out, "Stop the car."
Seeing that the carriage was not actually going very fast, she jumped off immediately and landed fairly smoothly.
But after entering the carriage, she leaned her head forward and said, "Don't beat around the bush, kid. If you want your sister's help, you have to show some sincerity." Chuntao's voice floated out from the carriage with a hint of teasing.
She knew Jingyi's little thoughts too well. Ever since he first saw Tang Shuang in Yamen Village, the silly boy had never taken his eyes off the girl.
The kitchen was not his job, but for the greedy cat, frosting, he ran there every day just to get the word "delicious" for the frosting.
Thinking of Jing Yi's sometimes helpless look when facing Tang Shuang, anyone could see it. But Tang Shuang was slow to realize his mistake and still acted like an immature child, so no one paid any attention to it.
However, she was also secretly considering whether this boy was suitable for frosting.
I always feel that if Sugar Frost stays with him, his already strong body may become a lot fatter in less than a year or two.
Chuntao imagined the round shape of the frosting and couldn't help but cover her mouth and chuckle.
Jing Yi's cooking skills are indeed amazing, even the picky Mrs. Jing praises him highly.
"Hey, Miss Chuntao, please help me put in a few nice words for the young lady and the aunt. I'm already 22." Jingyi's voice suddenly dropped, a hint of shyness and pleading. His ears were red as if they were dripping blood, and he was twisting the reins in his hands unconsciously.
"I don't think Tang Shuang has that intention. She said she wanted to serve the young lady for the rest of her life." Although Chun Tao's words were nonsense, she felt that it was not impossible.
She saw Tang Shuang's loyalty to Jing Chunxi, and that girl was willing to sacrifice her life for her. She must have seen this, otherwise she wouldn't have brought Tang Shuang with her this time.
It's also good to never clarify for a lifetime, so that I can always accompany the lady. Just like her, she really doesn't have that kind of mind. At worst, she can get older and wear a bun to become an aunt.
Chuntao touched her smooth cheek and suddenly felt a little melancholy. She had grown up with the young lady and the lady, and had long regarded this place as her home.
"How can that be?" These words immediately irritated Jing Yi.
He wanted to say that even if he got married, he would still be able to serve the young lady. But he swallowed the words back, fearing that he would offend Tang Xing. His brows were tightly knit together, and beads of sweat appeared on his forehead.
"Or, when you have time, I can make a few more dishes that you like." In a hurry, the girl didn't call him that, but called him sister.
Jing Yi smiled flatteringly, revealing a row of neat white teeth. He knew Chun Tao loved his stuffed mushrooms and pork and honey-glazed lotus root dishes, and she would always eat an extra half bowl of rice.
Chuntao shook her head helplessly. She was originally an honest person, but now she has learned to act cute for the people she likes.
She looked at Jingyi's honest yet cunning look, and suddenly felt that maybe it might not be a bad thing for Tangshuang to follow him.
At least, that silly girl will never be hungry in her life.