After Mrs. Zheng left, Ye Qinglan breathed a sigh of relief and asked Gu Xiyu with a smile: "Where should we paint?" The garden of Duke Dingguo's mansion is very large, and there are many places suitable for painting.
Gu Xiyu thought for a while, then suddenly smiled and said, "Shall we go to the pool?"
Ye Qinglan was stunned for a moment. If she heard correctly, the pond Gu Xiyu mentioned was the pond where she fell into the water. Because of that fall, Gu Xiyu lost her confidence and smile, and she has always been very afraid of water.
"After I went to White Horse Lake last time, I'm not afraid of water anymore." Gu Xiyu smiled shyly: "I have quietly been to the pond several times!"
Ye Qinglan laughed dumbly, feeling relieved in her heart. She led Gu Xiyu step by step out of the withdrawn and introverted world. This sense of accomplishment was truly unparalleled.
It's a pity that the profession of psychiatrist is really not suitable to shine in ancient times. Hypnosis must not be known to anyone. So far, she has only used it on Gu Xiyu and Cui Wan. Only those who absolutely trust her
No one will reveal her secret.
Gu Xiyu was very interested and took Ye Qinglan to the garden. Mo Xiang and other maids were busy preparing painting tables and pen and ink.
The afternoon sun was exceptionally bright, but it also caused an uncomfortable heat on the body. Fortunately, many trees were planted on both sides of the path, casting patches of shade. The breeze blew by, and the leaves swayed gently, and the sunlight filtered through the leaves.
The cracks scattered on the path are mottled, which makes it a little more interesting.
The pond Gu Xiyu mentioned was a pond built when Dingguo Gongfu was founded. It is located in the northwest corner of Dingguo Gongfu and covers an area of about several acres. Because it is a source of running water drawn from outside the mansion, this pond is
It is clear and clean all year round. In summer, the pond is filled with green lotus leaves and graceful lotus flowers, which is really a beautiful sight.
In the year when Gu Xiyu fell into the water, Gu Hong and his wife wanted to have the pond leveled, but they were stopped by Gu Youhe, the Duke of Dingguo. The reason was that the pond was made of specially diverted living water, and it was unknown how much manpower was spent in those years.
.It is a pity that it has been leveled like this. Moreover, the location of this pond is related to the feng shui of Duke Dingguo's mansion, so it must not be filled in at will.
Gu Hong and his wife had no choice but to tell Gu Xiyu not to come to the pond at will. In fact, even if they didn't tell her, Gu Xiyu would never come again. Over the years, this northwest corner has become Gu Xiyu's forbidden area.
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Ever since she came back from White Horse Lake, Gu Xiyu's heart had been completely untied, and she would occasionally take her maid for a walk around the pond. She was a little frightened at first, but after a few times, she became more and more courageous.
Ye Qinglan stood by the pond and couldn't help but praise: "The scenery here is so beautiful."
It is almost early summer, and the lotus flowers in the pond have not yet bloomed. Only a few lotus leaves are floating quietly on the water. The water surface is as smooth as a mirror, and the occasional breeze blows, causing ripples on the water surface. Many are planted beside the pond.
Standing in the shade of the tall trees and admiring the beautiful scenery in front of you is a great pleasure.
Gu Xiyu also had a rare emotion: "It's really beautiful here." But not long ago, this place was the source of her nightmares. Every time she thought about it, she felt cold all over, and she wished she could never get closer.
I never thought that there would be such a day when she would stand here in a peaceful mood...
"Cousin Xiyu, where did you fall into the water?" Ye Qinglan carefully paid attention to the changes in Gu Xiyu's expression.
Mentioning the incident of falling into the water, Gu Xiyu's face turned a little pale, but her expression was very calm. She stretched out her hand and pointed: "It's over there."
Ye Qinglan looked over. There was a square bluestone slab there. It was unknown how many years of wind and frost it had gone through. The edges and corners of the slab were almost worn away, and there was also some moss growing on it.
"When I was six years old, I secretly squatted on the stone slab alone and reached out to pick a lotus." The incident of falling into the water left a deep shadow in Gu Xiyu's heart. Even after so many years, it is still very clear and vivid. In the article: "Just when I was about to reach it, a voice suddenly sounded from behind me. I was startled, my feet slipped, and I fell into the pond."
In fact, the edge of the pond was not very deep. It was just because Gu Xiyu was a six-year-old child and she choked on the water, so she was unable to struggle at all. At that time, Shen Qiuyu only had to stretch out her hand to give Gu Xiyu a hand, and Gu Xiyu would not be in danger. drowned.
It's a pity that Shen Qiuyu had bad intentions at the critical moment...
Ye Qinglan quietly held Gu Xiyu's slightly cold hand and comforted her in a low voice: "This is all in the past, don't think about it anymore. One day, Shen Qiuyu will have to pay for everything she has done. "
If it weren't for Shen Qiuyu, Gu Xinian would not have ended up with his family ruined in his previous life. Gu Xinian must have had a revenge plan when he resurrected. In the past, she just watched the fun, but according to this situation, If it goes on, she will be sucked into this whirlpool sooner or later...
Thinking of this, Ye Qinglan felt a complex and subtle emotion and sigh in her heart. It's not scary that her boyfriend has an ex-girlfriend. What's scary is that this ex-girlfriend is scheming and vicious, and she still has lingering feelings for him. What's even more terrifying is that Yes, he refused to let her go. Such entanglements would probably go on forever. If she really married Gu Xinian, it would be impossible for her to stay out of it.
She has jumped from a passer-by to the heroine of a bloody romance drama. From now on, she will inevitably fight against the villain heroine. This complex and tangled feeling is really difficult to describe in words!
Gu Xiyu knew nothing about Ye Qinglan's subtle and complicated thoughts and whispered: "Actually, I don't want to pursue what happened back then. I just hope that the eldest brother can let go of Shen Qiuyu and marry a wife and have children. Stop thinking about her. ”
Ye Qinglan was silent for a moment, then smiled sweetly: "Cousin Xiyu, believe me, this day won't last long." Her words were full of confidence.
Gu Xiyu didn't think much and just smiled and nodded.
The maids arranged the painting table under a tree, and the leaves were swaying in the cool breeze, making it cool and pleasant.
Gu Xiyu sat down in front of the painting desk and carefully adjusted the colors. Ye Qinglan sat aside and asked with a smile: "What are you going to paint today?"
Gu Xiyu thought about it seriously, then smiled and said, "I want to draw a pond."
Ye Qinglan pursed her lips and smiled. As expected, Gu Xiyu had completely driven the shadow out of her mind. Today's actions are enough to prove this: "Okay, you draw seriously, I will be here to accompany you."
Gu Xiyu's painting speed is not very fast, but she is very focused and careful. In the past, it would take at least half a day to paint a portrait, and including the subsequent coloring and repairs, it would take two or three days. Now painting a pond, This is also my habit. I observe carefully for a long time before starting to write. First outline the outline of the pond with a few simple strokes, and then slowly draw the flowers, plants and trees around the pond, as well as the lotus leaves in the pond, etc.
The maids stood in twos and threes not far away chatting in low voices, while Ye Qinglan sat next to Gu Xiyu, and the atmosphere was very peaceful. The long afternoon slipped by slowly.
Gu Xiyu was not used to talking when she was painting, so Ye Qinglan did not disturb her. Occasionally she felt tired, so she would get up and walk around to take a look.
A burst of noisy footsteps suddenly came faintly. Mixed with wild talk and laughter, the original tranquility was suddenly broken. Hearing the familiar wild voice, Gu Xiyu frowned, put down the brush, and whispered: "
It's my seventh cousin who's here, it's really disappointing."
Ye Qinglan smiled and reassured: "Let's wait and see, maybe he just goes around in a circle and goes back. If he refuses to leave, we will pack up and go back, and come back tomorrow to finish the painting."
Gu Xiyu nodded obediently.
The clever Mo Xiang had already rushed to greet him and saluted respectfully: "This servant has met the seventh young master and met the young master Xie."
The handsome young man wearing a dark green satin robe is Gu Yongnian, and the young man standing next to him is Xie Peng, the only son of Mr.
His eyes are lively and a bit frivolous. People of the same kind flock together, and this sentence is true at all. Gu Yongnian has a wide circle of friends. Basically, all the well-known aristocratic playboys in the capital are with him.
Are good friends.
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Gu Yongnian was a little surprised to see Mo Xiang here: "Why are you here?" Without waiting for Mo Xiang's answer, he laughed mockingly: "Maybe my cousin is also by the pond!"
Everyone in Duke Dingguo's palace knew that Gu Xiyu was afraid of water.
Mo Xiang felt very uncomfortable listening to Gu Yongnian's sarcastic tone, but she forced a smile on her face: "Miss is painting by the pond!"
Gu Yongnian raised his eyebrows and grinned: "Oh? This is quite new. Isn't she the most afraid of water? How come she dares to come to the pond?"
Mo Xiang smiled with her face: "I don't know about this slave, but it's a good thing that the young lady has this kind of elegance." As she spoke, she glanced at Xie Peng. She stepped forward to stop Gu Yongnian, naturally she didn't want outsiders to see her.
To her own lady. Although she couldn't figure out which of the seventh young master's friends this boy was... But, who could be a good person who could hang out with Gu Yongnian?
Although Gu Yongnian behaved wildly and frivolously, he still knew how to protect his cousin. Hearing this, he shrugged: "Since my cousin is here, let's change places."
Just as he was about to leave, Xie Peng suddenly smiled and said: "Brother Gu, we have already reached the pond. It's a shame to leave like this. Why don't we go over now and say hello to Miss Gu."
He has come to Dingguogong's mansion more than once, but unfortunately he has never seen this Miss Gu. He has long heard that this Miss Gu is withdrawn and different from ordinary people, but also very beautiful. He has long been fascinated by it.
I'm itching to see it. I have such a good opportunity today, wouldn't it be a pity to miss it. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for recommendations and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest
