Seven days later, Mai Mai's injury has gradually improved. Except that his hands cannot touch water, he can basically move freely. This is also thanks to Wan Qi Xun's good medicine, otherwise it would not be possible without a month.
Not wanting to take up Wan Qixun's time, Mai Mai decided to find something to do on his own to pass the boring time. After reading the plans of Master Hu and Master Bao, he asked Ashang to comment on the loopholes, and then
I ordered someone to hand it over to them and tell them to follow the instructions above.
After that, they discussed with Yisu and sent people to Tiandu Kingdom to learn some handicrafts and teach them to the women who stayed at home. Then they discussed with Zhensu and first decided that the first day of the next month would be the first day of Yanbei Kingdom.
A national festival, the Winter Celebration Festival, is used to reverse the herdsmen’s view that winter is unlucky. Since it is the first festival, one must be fully prepared. After it was decided, Mai Mai went to Wanqi Xun to listen to his opinions.
Wan Qiyun has only one request: she can prepare for the festival, but she must take care of her wounds and not let herself get tired. His concern is seen by Mai Mai and is sweet in her heart. For her, as long as she can share a little bit with him
She will try her best to do anything.
After nearly half a month of preparations, the Winter Celebration Festival has finally begun. Zhuolang Castle has never been so lively as it is now. Whether it is servants or guards, everyone is involved in the preparations. Everyone is excited about this event that belongs to Yanbei
The first holiday is eagerly awaited.
Early in the morning, Mai Mai was dressed up and ready to go. As soon as she walked out of the door, she saw Yi Su and Lou Su standing outside respectfully, "Good morning, mistress."
Mai Mai nodded, "Good morning, what are you waiting for here?"
Yi Su replied, "Master ordered us to protect our mistress at all times today,"
Lou Su immediately responded, "Master's actual words are, never leave."
"Won't he come with us?" After all, it is the first important festival in Yanbei Kingdom, so it seems unreasonable for him not to show up.
"Master never shows up in front of others, especially with so many people today."
The willow eyebrows were lightly knitted, but then opened again. After all, his current identity cannot be made public. If he is discovered by interested people, he will get into some trouble.
"Okay, let's go."
"yes,"
When they walked out of Zhuolang Fort, sixteen saints in white and ghost Su Kangsu had been waiting outside.
"Let's go."
After Mai Mai nodded slightly, Yi Su gave an order and the team marched towards the predetermined place.
Although the Winter Festival is not a traditional festival, because the preliminary publicity work was very good, there were naturally not a few herdsmen coming from nearby to participate, about thousands of people. Especially Tiger Lord and Bao Lord, who brought their
The wife, children, housekeeper, and maid have already seized the two most advantageous terrains and are waiting to support the mistress.
Zhensu also took the servants from Zhuolangbao to arrange the venue in advance. They set up viewing seats around the stadium, which were supported by canvas to prevent snow and wind. Pole was used for various venues that were needed.
They were separated and tied with ribbons of different colors. A large flag was inserted with the content of the competition written on it. It was clear at a glance.
When Mai Mai arrived with everyone, everyone stood up and saluted her respectfully, "Mistress,"
Mai Mai came to the center of the viewing gallery and stood, her demeanor of being the matron of the house fully revealed. With a smile on her face, she said in a clear voice, "Winter Festival is the first festival of Yanbei Kingdom, and it is also our own festival."
.Although winter takes away the green grassland, it gives us a silvery world. These are all gifts given to us by God. Why don’t we enjoy the joy of winter to the fullest?”
Then came the songs and dances performed by various ethnic groups that Zhensu had arranged in advance. Seeing the familiar dance postures and hearing the friendly melody, the atmosphere outside the venue became very lively.
Zhensu is striking while the iron is hot and will soon hold the first event of the Winter Festival, horse racing. The winner will receive ten taels of gold and receive the first blessing from God.
There must be a brave man under the heavy reward. For a time, there are many people who want to participate. First, they are selected by drawing lots, and finally there are preliminary rounds and finals. Whoever can pass five levels and kill six will be the winner of the horse racing competition.
The grasslands have a deep friendship with horses. They call horses their best companions, and they all have super strong equestrian skills. Therefore, many people signed up for this competition, but only a dozen people survived the early cold.
Among them, a man dressed all in black, with a beard and a black ribbon on his head attracted everyone's attention.
His speed is much higher than those behind him, and his skillful riding skills are amazing. Sitting on the horse, he has a light and heroic figure. Even when the horse is flying in the air, he is always firmly on top of it.
, his handsome and free-spirited figure attracted countless women in the audience.
After seeing the heroic man in black on the field, Mai Mai was startled for a moment, then smiled.
"Ghost, do you think the master is afraid that we will come here to join in the fun, or is he just showing off?" Kang Su asked seriously.
Gui Su nodded cautiously, "In my opinion, it's mostly for the mistress. Last time the mistress went to the market, didn't she meet someone showing her love? The master was depressed about this for a while, so today, he
They must be here to keep an eye on people."
"Hey, the master has never appeared in front of so many people, let alone participated in Marseille. The strength of the mistress should not be underestimated."
There is no doubt that Marseille was finally won by the man in black. Amid the cheers of the crowd, Zhen walked over with a very unnatural expression, lowered his head slightly, and handed over the twelve taels of gold in his hand. Careful people can't help but
It's hard to notice that his hands are trembling slightly.
"Give it to them." The man in black said solemnly, and there was a burst of cheers behind him. Then he strode up to Mai Mai, his clear eyes as bright as stars were always locked on her body.
No one in the audience could figure out what he was doing when he walked in front of the mistress without asking for gold.
Mai Mai's face felt a little hot, and every time he took a step closer, it became hotter.
The man in black walked up to her, and his smile could only be seen from the bottom of his eyes. "The first blessing of winter is what I won and gave it to you." He just said this, then turned around and disappeared from the crowd.
within sight.
He lowered his head shyly, his heart was filled with this blessing, and there was no room for him. He had changed a lot, and he never expected that he would come to Marseille just to win the first blessing for her.
"Oh my god, my heart is going to be broken," Liujiu exaggeratedly fell on Xin Ye, "狁...oh no, the star host is too affectionate."
Xinye smiled and said, "Haha, it depends on who is right. It won't be strange for our Lord Dragon Girl or Star Host to do anything."
The following competitions are archery and wrestling. These are events set by MaiMai with reference to the Mongolian festival celebrations. In the evening, there is a grand bonfire feast, and the surroundings are filled with the aroma of roasted whole sheep, and the fragrance floats ten miles away.
It was coveted. Zhuolangbao even brought out fine wines for everyone to enjoy. Prairie girls in costumes sang and danced around the fire. Guisu had no time to sneak into the crowd of girls, making everyone happy. But
Unexpectedly, Xinye was immediately treated with contempt.
Mai Mai sat aside and looked at the smiling faces around her that were reflected red by the firelight. For a moment, she realized the concept of "home". Just laughing and having fun together without any grudges, the relationship between people was also
There is no need to be scheming, life is so simple. As long as it can continue like this, she has nothing else to ask for. Of course, being with him is the most important thing.
Thinking of him, her whole heart rushed back to Zhuolang Fort. She didn't know if he would be bored in the fort alone. Looking at the sky, he must have had dinner.
Not far away, a dazzling white figure was looking here, and next to him was Sha Wu, dressed in black and wearing a bamboo hat.
"Qisa mobilized an army of 500,000 to formally engage in battle with Tiandu. Led by King Yan, the Kingdom of Tiandu has retreated 20 miles eastward. Wan Qiqing mobilized another 300,000 troops, hoping to destroy Tiandu in a short period of time.
country."
"Is the sky unbeatable?" The handsome face said with some hesitation, "Does he have a message for me?"
"No."
Does he want to settle the grudges of this generation on his own without his intervention?
Her brows tightened a little, and her eyes fell on that petite figure again. She didn't like that he put a heavy burden on her because of the past...
"Dosu, don't let him discover your identity. From now on, you don't have to report it to me in person."
"Yes, Master."
After Dou Su saluted, his black clothes merged with the night.
A gust of wind passed by, causing the flames to tilt a little. I rubbed my arms unconsciously. After sitting here for a long time, I was almost freezing. I wanted to go back to the castle, but when I saw everyone having fun, I couldn't bear to spoil their fun.
A thick white cloak instantly wrapped around her body.
He raised his head and saw his handsome face, which was so fair and crystal clear under the moonlight, and his eyes that contained a smile. Mai Mai immediately smiled and said, "Why are you here?"
Wan Qixun did not answer, but gently held her hand.
Fortunately, everyone was just laughing and no one noticed them. Yi Su and Lou Su could finally breathe a sigh of relief when their master showed up.
Mai Mai followed him in confusion. His hands were not as cold as before, but rather warm. His fingertips gently stroked the scars in her palms.
As if remembering something, Mai Mai quickly grabbed him and started to take off his clothes, "You are weak and the poison has not been eliminated yet, so you can't catch cold. I'm fine, I'm made of steel and iron."
He chuckled lightly and held her hands, "I'm not as weak as you think." He tied the cloak again and put the hat on the back of Mai Mai's head, "It's you, don't let me worry, okay?
?”
Her pretty face turned red and her head lowered, "Oh."
Let him hold her hand and walk on the grassland. She seemed to hear carols singing in her heart. It was a reverence and praise for God. Which God? The God of Love?
"In a few days, I will go to Mr. Tong's place." He whispered softly.
More than twenty days have passed since he last came back. This time he will not delay the date again, because at this moment, he hopes more than anyone else that he can recover and protect her without any worries.
"This is the last time." She raised her eyes and looked at his side, staring at his row of thick eyelashes and his starry eyes that shone from time to time.
"Well," Wan Qi nodded, turned his head and smiled, "When I come back, we will get married." Her injury was almost healed, and his poison could be eliminated. His only thought was to marry her.
When she met his eyes, she quickly lowered her head in shame. After a while, she nodded lightly, "Oh."