In late July, the heat in southern Xinjiang has increased a bit, and there is a posture of roasting people.
Fortunately, many city gates in southern Xinjiang are orderly distributing herbal tea and heat-relief medicines. This wave of heat finally did not have a disastrous effect on southern Xinjiang. The seven-day rash was also quickly brought under control under Nangong Yue's orderly treatment. Although until now a few children were sent to the Lu Family Medical Center due to fever from time to time, there was no large-scale infection. , and no children died, which made Nangong Yue heave a sigh of relief.
The anti-heat medicine was being produced in an orderly manner, and the prescription of the miasma-relief medicine was completed after repeated discussions and trial production by Nangong Yue and Lin Jingchen. The first batch of 10,000 pills was sent to Hui immediately along with the second batch of heat-relief medicine. Mausoleum City.
Everything is on track.
In addition to the bitter summer and constant icebergs in the house, Nan Gongyue also gradually adapted to life in southern Xinjiang, and took good care of the Zhennan Palace, no one could pick any thorns.
In this way, the time came to the first day of August, and the Zhuoxiu Club came in the eyes of everyone.
Not all the mansions will get the posts of the Zhuoxiuhui, it is more of a status symbol, so there are very few mansions that have won the posts and will not come.
So, when Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei arrived at Wanmu Academy in her newly built Zhulun carriage, there was already a long queue in front of the academy.
It's quite convenient for the gentlemen who ride horses, they only need to dismount and hand over the horses to the servants who come to welcome the guests. But these carriages need to be welcomed into the main entrance one by one, and then slowly wait for the ladies and girls to get off the carriages before being taken away by the maids. The long convoy moved forward slowly at a snail's pace... until a steward of the academy who came to welcome the guests saw the Zhulun cart behind, and immediately stepped forward.
Ever since the Xiaofang clan was expelled from the concubine's order, only the princess concubine in southern Xinjiang is eligible to sit on the Zhulun chariot with red cover, red curtain, and red hanging curtain.
The steward knew in his heart that it must be the concubine bringing the girl from the palace. After saluting to Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei outside the car in fear, he personally led Zhu Luncar into the academy from the corner gate, and hurriedly called another A woman in a lake-colored dress helps welcome the guests.
Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei got out of the car, and Taoyao handed the post to the woman. After the woman took the post, she said respectfully without even looking at it: "Shi Zifei, Miss Xiao, I don't know you Do you two want to go to the tea room to have a rest first, or go to the Tianxi hall to enjoy calligraphy and painting first?"
The reason why the women ask this question is because most of the wives who come here today will choose to sit in the tea room for a while, while the young girls are full of energy, and they often walk around the academy together, watching fishes, flowers, calligraphy and paintings and so on. As for the young masters, they will be taken directly to Zhuoxiu Pavilion, so as not to bump into the female relatives.
Xiao Fei glanced at Nangong Yue, saw her nodding slightly to herself, and said, "Lead us to the Tianxi Hall."
The woman responded and led the way ahead. After passing through the courtyard with bluestone slabs, there was a verandah. As the woman walked forward, she actively introduced Wanmu Academy to Nangong Yue and the two. It was the place where the students read in the morning, that was the piano room, and that was the imperial library...
The woman was eloquent, and would tell a relevant allusion or interesting story from time to time. Xiao Fei was already familiar with it, but Nangong Yue listened with great interest.
After crossing a corridor and turning right again, a small pond appeared in front of it. A small bridge was paved with bluestone slabs on the pond. Five or six young girls were standing together with a girl with moon-white magnolia flowers. On the bridge, the girl's waist was straight, her temperament was as elegant as a lotus emerging from water.
The girls smiled and talked to the lotus in the pool under the bridge.
Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei walked along the pond. The two girls on the small bridge saw someone passing by and looked over curiously. At the same time, his eyes swept towards Nangong Yue from time to time.
The people next to the two girls seemed to have heard their conversation. All six girls looked at Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei, and most of their faces were filled with unconcealable excitement. The bearded girl's complexion was a little stiff.
The girl with the moon-white beige is Qiao Ruolan, of course she also saw Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei, but she didn't step forward, but the five girls beside her all started to move, and walked towards them quickly .
"I have met the concubine, Miss Xiao." All the girls were blessed, and they greeted Nangong Yue.
Nangong Yue smiled and signaled that they don't need to be polite, and glanced at these girls. Some of the faces were familiar, but they had seen them before.
One of the girls with pomegranate-colored cloud-patterned tunics boldly said: "Concubine Xiao, Miss Xiao, are you two going to the Tianxi Hall?" Firstly, this place is not far from the Tianxi Hall, and secondly, I have heard for a long time that Miss Xiao likes piano, chess, calligraphy and painting, so she would want to go to the Tianxi Hall to appreciate calligraphy and painting, that is also a matter of course.
Nangong Yue nodded in response, and the girl in the pomegranate color dress really thought, with a look of surprise on her face, she said: "Shizi Concubine, Miss Xiao, we just happen to be going to the Tianxi Hall, why don't we go together Bar?"
The other girls also echoed, most of them had already forgotten about Qiao Ruolan, only the girl in the pink skirt seemed to think of something, and hurriedly turned her head to look at Qiao Ruolan who was still on the bridge. She was about to raise her voice to call for Qiao Ruolan to come over, but when her eyes met Qiao Ruolan's face as if covered by dark clouds, she swallowed subconsciously.
Qiao Ruolan gave them a cold look, then turned and left without looking back.
For a moment, those girls were a little dumbfounded. The concubine is here, but she doesn't come up to see her. Qiao Ruolan doesn't know how to be polite!
They couldn't help thinking that when they came back from Qiao's flower festival that day, the elders in the family had told Qiao Ruolan not to be too warm in the future. They may not fully understand the reason, but most of them did as their elders told them. We met by chance today, so we greeted Qiao Ruolan and said a few words, but unexpectedly we saw this scene.
They secretly decided that they should obey their elders obediently in the future.
I don't know if Shi Zifei will be unhappy seeing them with Qiao Ruolan just now
The girls were a little apprehensive, carefully watching their words and expressions.
There has been no "princess" in southern Xinjiang for a long time. The former concubine Xiao Fang was more inclined to do things according to her personal likes and dislikes, so they were more cautious in following the instructions of their elders to avoid making mistakes, and this habit has been retained until now.
Nangong Yue glanced at Qiao Ruolan's retreating back with a smile on her face, and said lightly to Que'er: "Go and tell the eldest aunt, it's time for Cousin Lan to learn the rules."
Que'er blessedly took the order: "Yes."
The girls all gasped. Speaking of it, Qiao Ruolan didn't step forward to salute, no matter whether it was public or private, it was a very unruly behavior. It was only natural for Shi Zifei to let her elders take her back to discipline her.
Que'er was ordered to go, and the girls wanted to see if Shi Zifei would take the opportunity to reprimand her again, but she just smiled lightly and said, "Let's go to the Tianxi Hall."
The girls looked at each other in blank dismay, and after seeing Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei walked away a few steps, they hurriedly followed.
Along the way, the girls became even more enthusiastic. You chatted with Nangong Yue and Nan Gongyue, but before they could say a few words, Tianxi Hall appeared in front of them.
The Tianxi hall consists of five spacious and bright halls, with side rooms and tea rooms on both sides. At this moment, sixteen vermilion fans are opened, and many people in the hall are already admiring calligraphy and painting.
As soon as Nangong Yue and her group entered the Tianxi Hall, they immediately attracted a lot of attention. Most of them had never seen Nangong Yue, but Xiao Fei still knew several girls. The elders knew Nangong Yue's identity because they went to the small banquet in Bixiao Hall.
In the bright and bright hall, the girls who were admiring the paintings started to commotion, and someone immediately came up to salute Nangong Yue.
"I've met the concubine, Miss Xiao." A girl wearing a blue-blue pan gold color embroidered cotton paired skirt and a green pleated skirt saluted Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei neither humble nor overbearing.
"Miss Hua."
Both Nangong Yue and Xiao Fei had a good impression of Hua Huiyu, who had extraordinary painting skills, and they looked at her with a little more affection.
For a while, those female family members who could not fully confirm Nangong Yue's identity also hurried forward and saluted her respectfully.
It was different from when Nangong Yue first arrived in Southern Xinjiang. At that time, many people were apprehensive and did not know which side to turn to because they were worried about the clear separation between King Zhennan and the prince. But now, Nangong Yue has officially taken charge of Zhennan Prince's Mansion. From this, it can be seen that she has completely established her foothold, and those who were still waiting and watching naturally don't need to wait and see anymore. I only regret why I didn't Go to Bixiaotang's post, and make good dealings with Shizifei early.
Who would have thought that the concubine Shizi has only been here for three months, and she has already let the prince hand over all the rewards to her!
Nangong Yue responded gently one by one, her expression was not particularly warm, nor was she deliberately indifferent to anyone.
After seeing the ceremony, Xiao Fei couldn't wait to scan half a circle around the hall, and then asked Hua Huiyu who had arrived a step earlier: "Did Miss Hua see any masterpieces today?"
As soon as the painting was mentioned, Hua Huiyu's eyes burst into a strange look, and he couldn't hide his excitement and said: "I just saw the painting "Fishing Snow in the Cold River" in the next room, and it really deserves its reputation!"
Xiao Fei's eyes also lit up, and her pretty face was radiant, and said: "So Miss Hua also likes Tang Yan?!"
Hua Huiyu said with a smile: "Tang Yanzhi's painting has a new idea in the testimonies, and puts the ingenious principles in the bold and unrestrained. It is really an extremely good fortune!"
Xiao Fei clapped her hands and praised: "Miss Hua is well said."
Seeing the two girls talking happily, Nangong Yue said with a smile: "Sister Fei, let's go to the next door to look at the paintings first."
Naturally, Xiao Fei had no objection, and the group headed towards a small door in the northwest corner of the hall. A Xiangfei bamboo curtain was hung on the small door, and the maids serving at the side hurriedly picked up the curtain for them.
Many girls who were originally in the hall spontaneously followed Nangong Yue and the others, and the team doubled in size in a short time, and it was mighty.
The room next door is a bit smaller, and there are not many words hung on it. On the east and west walls, there are only two calligraphy and paintings, but these four paintings are rare treasures, such as Tang Yan's "Fishing in the Cold River Alone". "Snow" must be worth a thousand gold.
When the people who had been admiring the painting saw Nangong Yue and the others approaching, they stepped forward to salute gracefully, and then avoided them.
This painting "Fishing Snow in the Cold River Alone" is just like its title, quiet and cold. I saw a small boat floating on the snowy river, and an old fisherman fishing alone in the ice and snow.
Just looking at it like this makes people feel pure and quiet, spotless and silent, and even the viewer becomes calm.
Nangong Yue admired the painting quietly, carefully savoring the painter's brushstrokes, colors, and artistic conception...
When she came back to her senses and looked over at Xiao Fei, she saw that Xiao Fei was still obsessed with the painting, muttering in her mouth: "...drawing characters is like using a lamp to capture shadows, going backwards and forwards...the momentum is round and round... And the clothes float."
Nangong Yue didn't intend to disturb her, so she simply went to the side to admire other calligraphy and paintings.
When Nangong Yue was admiring a piece of wild grass, there was a sound of footsteps behind her, but she didn't pay attention until Baihui's saluting voice sounded: "I've seen Miss Qiaobiao, Miss Dubiao."
Nangong Yue followed the sound and saw Qiao Ruolan and Du Xinmin coming together, standing three or five steps away from her. This time, Qiao Ruolan paid her respects and said, "I've seen my cousin."
Nangong Yue nodded lightly to the two daughters: "Cousin Lan, Cousin Min."
Qiao Ruolan got up quickly, met Nangong Yue's eyes straight, and said straight to the point, "I heard that my cousin came from a famous Nangong family. She must have extraordinary talents and learning, which is beyond our reach. Today's rare promotion In the show, my cousin will condescend to compete with me to see who can write more different fonts?"
Before Nangong Yue could respond, Du Xinmin said innocently, "Yes, sister-in-law, you can compete with cousin Lan! Speaking of which, uncle's birthday will be in a few days, right?" Du Xinmin Uncle Biao is of course King Zhennan, "Why don't you and Cousin Lan write a picture of a hundred years of life each, and send it to Uncle Biao to celebrate his birthday."
There was an uproar all around, and the female relatives whispered to each other. The provocative meaning in Qiao Ruolan's words was too obvious. She dared to challenge the Crown Princess in public, presumably because she was very confident in her talents. That's right, Qiao Ruolan can be called the Shuangshu of Southern Xinjiang not only because of her background, but also because of her own talents and learning, which has won the admiration of many proud and talented women.
And Du Xinmin simply moved Zhennan Wang out, just to force Nangong Yue to agree.
All eyes were on Nangong Yue, with some expectations on their faces, but more curiosity, wanting to see if Nangong Yue would take up this challenge.
There was still a faint smile on the corner of Nangong Yue's mouth, elegant and calm.
Didn't Qiao Ruolan and Du Xinmin think that when they were in full view, they would be afraid of other people's eyes and be manipulated by the two of them in harmony? Why does she want to condescend and condescend to compete with a little girl for some talent
Nangong Yue glanced over the two of them, and asked with a smile: "Cousin Lan, may I ask why you want to learn piano, chess, calligraphy and painting?"
Qiao Ruolan showed displeasure, but Nangong Yue didn't expect the other party to answer at all, and continued: "When I was young, my father taught me that piano, chess, calligraphy and painting are for leisure and self-cultivation. Those who are good at playing the piano are comprehensible and calm. Those who are good at chess plan wisely, those who are good at calligraphy are full of emotion and nature, and those who are good at painting are good and beautiful."
Nangong Yue said, the girls around were all thoughtful, but Qiao Ruolan's complexion was not very good-looking.
As she said that, Nangong Yue's eyes showed a sharp look, "Cousin Lan, the art of piano, chess, calligraphy and painting is not for showing off and competing for strength."
What the princess said is true! The girls around looked at each other and communicated with their friends, and they all took it seriously.
For a while, they looked at Qiao Ruolan with subtle eyes. They used to think that Qiao Ruolan was very talented, but now thinking about it, she always competes with others and shows off her talents. It is really inferior. In contrast, another girl Xiao Xiao from Nanjiang Shuangshu is low-key and introverted, not ostentatious or showing off.
Qiao Ruolan's face was as black as charcoal. Just now she left the bridge in a fit of anger and went to the tea room, but she didn't expect Nangong Yue to send a maid to tell her mother to teach her the rules. .
So, she and Du Xinmin came here with the purpose of giving Nangong Yue a bad start. She is extremely confident in her talent and learning, and believes that even if Nangong Yue claims to be from a Nangong family, she will definitely lose in her hands. Shame on the floor in front of everyone!
But I didn't expect that it was me who was ashamed this time? !
Qiao Ruolan was not reconciled, she was about to speak, when a familiar female voice rang out: "Cousin Lan, you can skip the discussion. Since my cousin is so elegant, why don't my cousin and I write a picture of a hundred years of life and give it to my father?" how?"
While speaking, Xiao Fei walked to Nangong Yue's side without haste, her eyes were as clear as water, bright and firm.
The other female relatives in the hall became even more commotion, whispering to each other, or secretly exchanging glances, all thinking: It seems that today is really a good show!
For Xiao Fei's proposal, Du Xinmin was even more surprised than Qiao Ruolan. Since Xiao Fei avoided competing with Qiao Ruolan twice in Huanxi Pavilion and Bixiao Hall, Du Xinmin always felt that Xiao Fei had a false name and could not compete with Qiao Ruolan at all. Thinking that Xiao Fei actually changed her style today? !
Nangong Yue looked at her with a smile, Xiao Fei didn't like fame, but as the eldest girl of the palace, she was extremely low-key, and there were even many girls in the mansion in Southern Xinjiang who had never seen her. But in fact, in the absence of a concubine, the palace should be supported by her, the eldest concubine, and Xiao Fei, the big girl. Obviously, Xiao Fei also gradually realized this.
For Qiao Ruolan's provocation, she shouldn't have to respond because of her status, but Xiao Fei agreed because of the face of the palace.
The Zhennan Prince's Mansion can't just let someone provoke you and not fight back!
Seeing that Xiao Fei suddenly became the focus of everyone, Qiao Ruolan clenched her fists tightly in her sleeves, but secretly breathed a sigh of relief.
She had already given up the idea of competing with Nangong Yue, she had lost all face at this point, and the only way to save face was to win! She must win against Xiao Fei, and let everyone know that she, Qiao Ruolan, is the most outstanding woman in southern Xinjiang.
A sneer appeared on the corner of Qiao Ruolan's mouth, and he said slowly: "Then please teach me my cousin!"
As she said that, she looked at a woman beside her who was leading the way for her, and without her having to speak, the woman took the initiative to say: "Miss Xiao, Miss Qiao, the pens, inks, papers and inkstones are ready, please follow me Go this way." It's not a new thing for girls to compete with each other in the talent show. Originally, there was a special hall reserved in the Tianxi hall, just for this kind of thing.
If there is anything special about today's competition, it is because of the two people who participated in the competition. The name of Nanjiang Shuangshu is well known among the ladies in Luoyue City.
The lady was leading the way for the female guests. At the same time, many ladies quietly ordered their maids to inform other friends to come and watch the fun. For a while, it could be said that there was a constant flow of people coming and going.
A group of people went to the hall on the westernmost side of the Tianxi hall in a mighty way. There was no one there, it was empty, but there were several pear wood books on the side by the window. As the woman said, Pen, ink, paper and inkstone have long been available.
More and more people heard about the competition between Xiao Fei and Qiao Ruolan, and they all came from all over the academy to watch. After a while, the hall became bustling with young girls and their personal maids.
Xiao Fei and Qiao Ruolan stood side by side in front of a book case, Qiao Ruolan glanced at Xiao Fei, and ordered the maid to start grinding the ink.
On the other side, Xiao Fei also got busy. Instead of asking Tao Yao to help, she chose to grind ink by herself.
Pick up the inkstone drop and pour some water on the inkstone, then pick up the ink ingot, press it hard, turn it lightly, straighten your body, and fix it.
Under the repeated grinding of the ink stick, the clear water gradually turned into jet black ink. Xiao Fei grinds the ink slowly, watching the ink ingots spinning on the inkstone, round after round, her heart gradually calms down...
When she was young, her enlightened husband once said that studying ink is the best way to brew before writing or drawing, and it is also a good way to purify the mind.
Xiao Fei also deeply agrees, and often likes to grind ink by herself to purify her heart.
Unknowingly, the hustle and bustle around her was isolated from her heart.