Hahahaha, I heard a commotion as soon as I entered the teahouse. Zhou Xian took a quick look into the hall through the silk of his veil and took in many details, including the white ash on the nose of the clown; he knew that they were performing a military drama, a humorous drama designed to make people laugh.
Zhou Xian was smart and sensitive, and she had long discovered that she had this ability: she could easily take in many details at once and understand the situation at a glance.
Aunt Sun next to her said: Madam, please wait outside, I will go and ask.
Hmm. Zhou Xian didn't have much courtesy in this crowded place, and just responded lightly. He watched Auntie Sun walk in and talk to the tea doctor who was holding a teapot and laughing with the customers. Then Auntie Sun stopped the waiter with a towel on his shoulder. It was a bit noisy inside, and Zhou Xian couldn't hear what Auntie Sun said from outside.
Soon, Aunt Sun came out, looked at Zhou Xian and shook her head slightly.
Zhou Xian seemed to hear the sound of his heart falling into the water, and his face was filled with disappointment. Aunt Sun came closer and said, "He should not be here. Since he chose this place, it should not be difficult for us to find it. He should at least leave someone outside."
Aunt Sun's words make sense, Zhou Xian said quietly.
Aunt Sun said again: There are so many people here, why don’t you go back to our house first, and then send someone to invite him, so that we can meet there in a quieter place.
Zhou Xian shook his head: No need, it's already noon, there are too many twists and turns and there is not enough time.
She turned her head to look at the gray sky above the eaves, and the coldness came from the bleak dead trees. Zhou Xian held up his jade hand, put it in front of his mouth, blew a breath, sighed softly, and wanted to go downstairs. But suddenly he saw that Aunt Sun had a strange expression and looked up at his back.
Zhou Xian turned his head subconsciously and suddenly saw Guo Shao walking towards him. Aunt Sun bowed slightly to Guo Shao and retreated silently.
Zhou Xian was stunned, her face burning. As he got closer, her heart started to lift. When Guo Shao came in front of her, the light seemed to dim slightly, completely blocking her view.
Her chest rose and fell, and she felt her tongue was tied up, not knowing how to speak. Then she heard Guo Shao's voice: I thought you were not in the mood to come out and couldn't come.
Zhou Xian felt a lot more relaxed when hearing these calm and casual words. She looked up to see Guo Shao's face, but she saw him looking at her too. Zhou Xian's heart tightened again. The feeling at this moment was really strange. She was in the Jinling Palace, and she could dance calmly and freely in front of many people without being nervous. But now she felt a little uncomfortable breathing.
Zhou Xian felt that Guo Shao was indeed different from everyone else. It was not because of his appearance, clothes, or accent. In fact, he was no different from everyone else in Tokyo. Zhou Xian could feel his difference in his mentality, but he couldn't put it into words. For example, most people would think that the other party was dissatisfied with them when they saw someone breaking a date. But Guo Shao could easily understand her and just said that he was in a bad mood and couldn't come, instead of asking for an explanation.
She was in a bad mood to begin with, and it was caused by the environment, not Guo Shao. In this matter, the only people involved were her and Guo Shao. Jing Niang was also an environmental factor; and her identity as a wife, family etiquette, etc., were all reasons why Zhou Xian was in a bad mood today. It was not because of Guo Shao. If Guo Shao really didn't ask or pay attention to her, she would feel that it was a bit too much.
She bit her teeth lightly and said: Didn't I tell Jingniang that I wouldn't come anymore? Why are you still here
Guo Shao said softly: "It's okay if you don't come, it's not a big deal. I suddenly remembered something from the past, and thought if you come again and find that I'm not here, you will definitely be disappointed, so I waited a little longer."
Zhou Xian felt warm in her heart. At this moment, she felt that the cold weather was not necessarily a bad thing. If it were not for the contrast of the cold, how could the warmth be so obvious and strong without being ignored by herself
She didn't know what to say, but her pleasing gaze revealed that she was not disgusted by his kindness. Not only was she not disgusted, but she was very happy that he was thinking about her, but he didn't force her to look at her, just the right amount of concern. It was very relaxing and safe.
At this time, Guo Shao said: Since we are here, let's find a place to sit inside.
Zhou Xian glanced sideways. She didn't like this noisy and vulgar place, so she couldn't hide her resistance. Then Guo Shao's voice was heard: It was indeed a bit noisy in public, but because there were so many people, no one dared to do anything in public.
When Zhou Xian heard that it was true, she had never been to a teahouse since she was born. She immediately agreed: "Okay, I just want to say a few words to General Guo as a farewell."
Guo Shao had already booked a private room inside. The so-called private room was a small compartment on both sides of the hall, which was covered by a bamboo curtain, but it was better than nothing. The two of them went in and took their seats. It was indeed easier to talk in a covered place, but it was still not soundproof, and the noisy sound of the hall was clearly heard.
It was a bit noisy, but it's better now. The actors outside are not performing the military drama anymore, so they should sing more quietly now. Guo Shao smiled.
Zhou Xian took off her veil and placed it on the stool beside her, revealing a pure and beautiful face with bright eyes and white teeth, very beautiful and very attractive. The feeling contained in her almond-shaped eyes was indescribable. Perhaps this was what it looked like to be full of brilliance. In this ancient era, perhaps only women had such a delicate visual sense. Her eyes were rolling, with the gracefulness and subtlety of the Jiangnan water town, with a slight shyness and smile. It can be seen that she had light makeup on her face, but it was just a modification, making the originally beautiful foundation more delicate and symmetrical, without a single flaw.
Guo Shao felt that his gaze might be a bit too much at this moment. Men are always driven by desires. Guo Shao is not a saint, and he is no exception. If he cannot be attracted to Zhou Xian, it may have nothing to do with morality and is purely a physical problem.
In the past, he was obsessed with getting ahead, and his heart was full of tension. His feelings for the people he cared about were actually a kind of emotional need to satisfy himself and make her or them live a good life. Now he has many things he once desired, so what he wants is a sense of security, to ensure that he and the people around him get everything. But the more he has, the greater his desires. Guo Shao clearly feels that his mentality is being affected by the environment. Just like a person who is always flattered and pampered, his mentality is unlikely to be inferior; a person who is always despised by those around him is also difficult to be confident. People are affected by the environment.
Meeting Zhou Xian, Guo Shao was challenged. In Guo Shao's heart, she was certainly not Fu Ermei or Fu Jinzhan. He was just tempted, out of the simplest and most direct desire from the most primitive instinct.
I fell in love with her at first sight, whether from her beautiful and pure appearance or the temperament she embodied. And the unobtrusive and elegant makeup, but the exquisite details everywhere. The light-colored pattern embroidered on the cross collar immediately adds a bit of charm to the light-colored clothes. It is not the contrast of heavy colors that catches people's eyes at once, but it can slowly show the restrained splendor like drizzle.
Are you really determined to leave? Guo Shao couldn't help but ask.
In contrast, the reason why he wanted to take Madam Li into his room was not because he was personally tempted, but more because it was difficult to refuse; if Madam Li was unwilling, he would not have tried to win her over and over again like he is doing now with Zhou Xian.
Zhou Xian said faintly: I came to see you today just to say goodbye. I think we should at least tell General Guo before we leave.
Guo Shao pondered for a while and nodded: I understand your situation.
Zhou Xian raised her beautiful eyes and glanced at him secretly.
Guo Shao pondered again: If I use my power to force you to stay and create a fait accompli, you will have no choice, so you don't have to think too much.
Zhou Xian frowned, paused for a moment and said: General Guo, let me ask you, what will happen after you force me to stay
Afterwards, Guo Shao looked at her thoughtfully.
Zhou Xian said: What can I do in Tokyo? How can I live? What should General Guo do with me? Is he collecting me like a toy that he can't let go of? Playing with me every day? It's just a love of sound and color. How long can General Guo keep it up without getting tired of it
After hearing this, Guo Shao laughed heartily, looked at her and said with a smile: This is a very wise rebuttal. I am speechless.
That's General Guo's pity. If it were someone else, would they care about the feelings of a plaything? Zhou Xian said softly.
Guo Shaodao: Precious jewelry and jade toys can last forever, but people are always people, and they are very different from toys. After he said that, he glanced at Zhou Xian's expression and saw that she seemed relieved, so he gave up his possessiveness immediately.
He murmured: I think of another person. I told her the same thing back then. It was just a momentary emotion, just like falling flowers and flowing water, very short and fragile.
General Guo's words make sense, Zhou Xian said softly.
Guo Shao stopped talking about other women in front of Zhou Xian. It didn't seem to be an interesting topic. He exhaled, straightened his chest, and said cheerfully: "Then I will do as Madam wishes. I will wait a little longer. When we conquer the Southern Tang Kingdom, you will have no choice and don't have to consider other things."
Zhou Xian's cheeks flushed, and he whispered: If that's the case, then I can't blame anyone. If the world can really be unified, no one can stop it because of a little woman.
That’s right, Guo Shaodao said.
Zhou Xian hesitated to speak, and finally said hesitantly: In addition to saying goodbye today, I wanted to ask you a question: Will you still remember me by then, or are you just greedy for my beauty and indulge yourself for a while
Guo Shao was about to speak when he suddenly saw the bamboo curtain move and a man carrying a teapot walked in. He stopped talking for the time being.