The Legend of Zhen Huan: Year after year, we share the spring breeze

An Lingrong had to admit that what Shen Meizhuang said made a lot of sense in the current situation.

But when she thought of Shen Meizhuang kneeling in front of Yongzheng with disheveled hair in her previous life, An Lingrong made up her mind not to let this happen.

"Sister, I've told you that having children is not something you can force. Don't be anxious. You're still young, so there's no need to rush."

Although Shen Meizhuang didn't show it on her face, she was very anxious in her heart. Her favor was not as great as before. If she didn't have a child, her life in this palace would be difficult!

The next morning, An Lingrong felt much better and refreshed, so she woke Shen Meizhuang up and said, "Sister, sister, let's go to the garden!"

Shen Meizhuang rubbed her swollen head and said, "You were still sick yesterday, how can you go out today?"

"Don't worry, sister. I'm fine now. Go ahead, go ahead!"

Shen Meizhuang was unable to resist her pestering and had to get up to eat.

True to its status as an imperial garden, the Old Summer Palace nestles between mountains and water, with the garden within the mountains and the mountains within the garden. Nine small islands, constructed around the Back Lake, symbolize the "Nine Provinces" of China as described in the "Yu Gong" poem. The small gardens or scenic clusters built on each island are each distinctive, while also complementing each other to create a vibrant scene.

The lake is lined with weeping willows, and the path is lined with towering ancient cypresses, making the walk less hot. A gentle breeze rustles the water, shimmering the water and stirring the lotus leaves, bringing with it bursts of fragrance. The constant chirping of cicadas in the trees adds to the lively atmosphere.

Leaving the red walls and red tiles of the Forbidden City, An Lingrong and Shen Meizhuang were stunned by the vast summer scenery.

After walking around for a while, the two found a pavilion and took a rest.

The plum rains have cleared, and the summer breeze has softened. Cicadas swarm in the tall willows. The small garden terraces and pavilions reflect the distant ripples of the pond. Fish play in the new lotus leaves.

A thin gauze kitchen, a light feather fan. A pillow on a cool mat in a cool courtyard. At this moment, I feel like a god with nothing to do.

An Lingrong shook her head and recited. She could not write poetry, but that was no exception as she had been beaten by nine years of compulsory education.

Shen Meizhuang fanned herself and watched her recite poetry with great interest: "Rong'er, do you like this place very much?"

"Yes, I like it very much."

It is a pity that this garden, which was repaired with huge investments of money by several generations of emperors, was robbed and set on fire by two robbers. Even hundreds of years later, it is still the most hidden and humiliating pain in the heart of every Chinese.

Shen Meizhuang accompanied her for an hour, and then was called to the Louyue Kaiyun Pavilion by the Queen's men. Before leaving, she carefully reminded her, "Go back early and don't play too much."

An Lingrong sat sideways in the pavilion, watching the ripples on the lake, and her mind moved.

"Xiao Luzi, go to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and find me a fishing rod. I'll catch some fish for you to eat."

Xiao Luzi naturally responded to everything.

After a while, Xiao Luzi came back with a bamboo fishing rod, and Su Ye also went back to the hall and brought back a soft stool and a few plates of snacks.

An Lingrong found an open space, hung a worm on the hook, threw it into the lake, and waited quietly. After a while, the float moved. She quickly picked up the fishing rod and found a red-tailed carp weighing more than half a pound.

Sure enough, the fish here live a comfortable life, have never encountered any danger, and are somewhat dull.

Looking at Su Ye who was holding an umbrella for him, his face was already red from the sun, "Xiao Luzi, find a stick to tie the umbrella to and stick it into the soil. You two can go to a cool place. You don't have to stay here with me."

Although An Lingrong has lived here for more than half a year, she still has no class concept. It is just that due to the times, she tries to be nice to the servants as much as possible within the scope that others can accept.

Su Ye knew his young master's temper, so he found a stone, moved it to An Lingrong, and held an umbrella for himself. Although Xiao Luzi was enjoying the cool air a few steps away, his eyes never left his master.

An hour later, An Lingrong's fish basket was full.

After picking out some smaller fish and throwing them back into the lake, An Lingrong continued fishing with undiminished interest.

"My lady, Concubine Shen Hewan is here!" Su Ye stood up and pointed into the distance.

An Lingrong was staring intently at the fish float. She looked in the direction Su Ye pointed and then quickly turned her head away.

Shen Meizhuang walked over to her, tapped her head, and said angrily, "What did I say when I left? Why haven't you returned yet? We went to the upper and lower Tianguang to look for you, but the servants said you hadn't come back yet. We searched for a long time before we found you!"

"I was just thinking of catching a few more fish to add to my sisters' dishes! And you blame me." An Lingrong pretended to be aggrieved.

Zhen Huan quickly fanned her: "You're very thoughtful. But I see you've caught so many fish, are you enjoying yourself?"

Shen Meizhuang frowned, "Even if you're not satisfied, you have to go back. Look at her face, it's already red. If she keeps getting exposed to the sun, she'll look like Bao Gong!"

"Haha, okay, let's go home."

Accompanied by the afterglow of the setting sun, the three sisters slowly walked back.

After handing the fish to the imperial kitchen, the three of them returned to daylight, and An Lingrong began to look around her own residence.

The Upper and Lower Tianguang Pavilion is a two-story structure overlooking Houhu Lake. Its two wings are folded by long, winding bridges that stretch a hundred feet across the water. Pavilions and terraces are built atop the bridges. From the balcony, overlooking the lake, one can experience the magnificent view of Dongting Lake from Yueyang Tower: the water and sky merge into one, connecting the upper and lower parts. This is a great spot for enjoying the scenery of Houhu Lake and appreciating the Mid-Autumn Moon.

An Lingrong was quite satisfied.

"Your place is a good one. My Xianyue Pavilion is exquisite, but it's not as spacious and comfortable as yours."

"Sister, then you should come and stay here more often. There are fewer spies in the temporary palace than in the imperial palace, so it will be more convenient to do things."

"it is good."