The sacred tree is about to pass, and the cannon fodder's wish countdown is coming

On the day of the imperial examination, Qi Jin finally got news from Lu Shi. However, due to his busy government affairs, he could only make time to deal with these things in the past few days.

He had been paying attention to the news about the landing and had heard that he was accompanied by a woman, but their behavior was not intimate, so Qi Jin was still prepared to be patient and deal with the things at hand first.

But today, when he heard that Lu Shi and the woman were going to Chengyin Temple, he couldn't help it. He dropped the things in his hands and rushed over immediately.

Unexpectedly, the woman turned out to be Xiao Muyu.

"Cousin, why are you here? Do you know Mr. Lu?" Xiao Muyu couldn't help but ask. She felt more confident when she thought of the familiarity with which her cousin spoke to Lu Shi just now.

She might be able to take a step further with Lu Shi by using her cousin's name, and her cousin might very well be the great assist between her and Lu Shi.

"Why I'm here isn't important. The main thing is that your uncle actually let you go out alone, with a man you just met."

He knew that Xiao Muyu had been kidnapped before, and fortunately she was found in time. However, this girl still didn't learn her lesson. Last time, she got into trouble because she was too playful and got rid of the guards during the Lantern Festival. He didn't expect that she would dare to do it again this time.

"Cousin..." When Xiao Muyu mentioned the last incident, her eyes turned dejectedly and she felt a little guilty, but she quickly became confident.

"Cousin, it was an accident last time, and it was Master Lu who saved me. I have to repay him! Master Lu is now in need of someone familiar with the capital who can show him around. I'm just the right person."

Unexpectedly, there was such a thing between them. Qi Jin looked at Lu Shi, who had not spoken yet, and said quietly, "Were you planning to seek marriage just now? Lu Shi, when did you start to believe in this?"

Without waiting for Lu Shi's answer, he turned to Xiao Muyu and said, "Since you all plan to draw lots, I'll join in the fun too. I'm also very curious."

Xiao Muyu was inexplicably pushed forward by his cousin to ask for a fortune, and then he watched Qi Jin shake a fortune as well.

Lu Shi didn't move. "I won't ask for it. I'm not interested in it."

Humph.

Qi Jin had no expression on his face.

Xiao Muyu felt the atmosphere was a bit strange, so she had no choice but to take the initiative. She walked over to the monk waiting nearby and bowed politely, "Master, please help me solve my doubts."

"Amitabha."

The monk took the lot from Xiao Muyu's hand.

"The wind makes the bamboo rustle, I thought it was the sound of a golden pendant; the moon casts shadows on the flowers, I thought it was the arrival of a beautiful woman."

The monk glanced at Xiao Muyu and said with a slow laugh, "When the spring breeze blows, the bamboo leaves sway and rustle, and you can almost hear the sound of a golden pendant. The months and days pass by one by one. When you see the shadow of a flower, you suspect a beautiful woman has arrived. From this, you know that your good fortune is approaching. This sign, young lady, is a very good one."

Xiao Muyu was delighted when he heard this, "Really? Thank you, Master."

"Amitabha," the monk smiled and handed the lot back to Xiao Muyu.

Xiao Muyu shyly glanced at Lu Shi secretly and then immediately looked away.

At this moment, she didn't care about the coldness emanating from her cousin. She turned to look at Qi Jin and said, "Cousin, it's your turn."

Qi Jin handed over the sign, which read, "The so-called beloved is on the other side of the water." He frowned slightly, a bad feeling welling up in his heart.

The monk looked at Qi Jin's fortune, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes. "Donor, this is a very bad fortune. Your heart's desire is not tolerated by the world, so no matter which path you take to pursue it, you will encounter obstacles and will not be able to obtain it."

Before the monk finished speaking, Qi Jin's face had turned completely black, and his whole body exuded a biting coldness.

The monk seemed unaffected, and calmly uttered the following words, "Everything is destined. There is still a glimmer of hope for the donor, and fate will guide you in the direction you should go."

After saying this, the monk folded his hands and left.

Just ran away like that? Even the fortune-telling of the person who came after him was confused. Xiao Muyu marveled at the monk's speed of escape. In the blink of an eye, he disappeared, leaving her and Lu Shi to bear the consequences of Qi Jin's anger.

"Pah!" Qi Jin threw the sign hard on the ground.

His eyes were deep, with endless ink hidden in them and undercurrents surging.

The world cannot tolerate it, but it is hard to obtain... The monk's words were still echoing in his ears, and Qi Jin suddenly sneered.

What he wants, even gods and Buddhas cannot stop him.

As Qi Jin left with a flick of his sleeves, he didn't forget to pull Lu Shi up with him. As for Xiao Muyu...

Who cares about her.

Because of this incident, the time for vegetarian meal was delayed, and Lu Shi could not hide his disappointment.

Qi Jin looked at him dimly, his tone rather cold, but what he said pleased Lu Shiyu, "The pastry shop at the foot of the mountain is still open. I've asked Qi Qi to go buy some."

Lu Shi smiled and said, "I haven't seen you for three years. You've become much more attentive."

"You've changed a lot, too."

Looking at the face he had dreamed of countless times, Qi Jin's depressed mood gradually improved. Ever since the day he left Changping Village, he couldn't suppress the thought in his mind.

For the next three years, I was anxious and restless day and night, and the longing was so strong that I could hardly breathe. I was only able to survive by the news about him.

At this moment, the person he was thinking of was right in front of him. He wanted to hold him tightly in his arms and let him become part of his blood. However, the fortune-telling document just now had severely awakened him.

Maybe he should take it slow.

"You were always indifferent before, as if you didn't care about anything. Now you have become much gentler and have started to take an interest in food." This is good now, as he can find a point of entry to attack, otherwise he would have a headache.

Lu Shi remained silent with a smile on his face.

Xiao Muyu looked up at one, then back at the other, her heart filled with excitement. She listened to their entire conversation, and she was quite satisfied. They had been friends for three years, and she was sure her cousin would approve of this brother-in-law.

She couldn't help but giggle as she imagined a happy married life, drawing the confused stares of the others. The girl covered her mouth shyly, her face flushed.

Qi Jin's eyes sank again.

……

Lu Shi returned to the inn, and Qi Jin and Xiao Muyu walked slowly home. On the way, Xiao Muyu chattered about every detail of her encounter with Lu Shi, her heart as sweet as a honey pot.

"Light rain."

Xiao Muyu stared at Qi Jin blankly, not understanding why he suddenly interrupted her.

"Xiaoyu, I'm very sad today."

"Cousin, what's wrong with you...is it because of that marriage fortune?" Anyone who draws that bad fortune will feel uncomfortable. Xiao Muyu thought and looked at Qi Jin with some concern.

Qi Jin lowered his eyes, sadness leaking out of him bit by bit until it enveloped him completely.

"Xiaoyu, I have someone I like."

Xiao Muyu widened his eyes.

"I met him three years ago. He saved me, and I fell in love with him at first sight. So I secretly stayed there for more than a month just to see him more. I had no choice but to return to Beijing before the New Year."

Xiao Muyu was shocked. She knew what happened three years ago. No wonder she hadn't seen her cousin for more than a month at that time.

But...his marriage was not going well. She felt heartbroken when she saw her cousin who was completely immersed in sorrow and grief.

Her cousin must be feeling very uncomfortable now, otherwise he would not have been able to help but confide in her even though he was so strong before and never showed his vulnerability.

Woohoo, she is indeed the person my cousin trusts the most.