Qingyun's Love: Tiger Boy Falls in Love with a Pretty Lawyer

The two men reached shore and entered the quiet little mountain village. Green grass, flowers, bamboo fences, thatched cottages... it was a scene reminiscent of a paradise. Occasionally, a scholar dressed as a scholar would pass by on the path, and now and then, a shepherd boy would pass by with his cattle. From a thatched cottage not far away, the sound of chanting could be heard.

The sun shone warmly on the mountains. The natural scenery and the cultural atmosphere complemented each other beautifully. Ranmo wanted to stay here and become a hermit. She just didn't know if others would agree. She looked up at Qingsheng. Qingsheng was looking back at her.

Qingsheng said, "This place is wonderful. If we could stay here for a long time and have a bunch of kids, it would be so peaceful and lively." Uh. Ranmo couldn't help but gasp. He was being quite realistic.

The two continued walking forward. A large jade plate appeared before them. As they approached, they discovered a vibrant, multicolored natural lake. A single, shimmering blue dominated the lake, its surroundings fading into varying shades of yellow and green. Hence the name "Five-Colored Pond." It was a wonder how nature could have created such a magical sight.

The water is calm and clear, and you can see the sunken wood on the bottom. Fish and shrimp are rare, though. Occasionally, you'll see a small silver barracuda swimming around the edge, adding a touch of dynamism and life.

The water stretches far into the distance. After the sunlight disappears into the clouds, the end of the water reveals a shrouded scene of mist and waves, as if it were a gateway to a fairyland.

Unfortunately, there seems to be no way to get there, and there are no boats, so we can only watch from afar. This is also the way to avoid destroying the tranquility and mystery.

The scenery and customs along the way were truly breathtaking, making one linger. It wasn't until the boatman called out to them from afar that the two reluctantly departed. Their wish to meet and chat with the literati and scholars who lived here would have to wait for another opportunity.

Whenever I return from a trip, I often feel a tangle of emotions. I'm warmed by the thought of returning home, yet also anxious about leaving behind the tranquil beauty of the place. I worry that everything will return to its mundane, tedious state.

Fortunately, life has its ups and downs. If you can calm down, there is still a long way to go. I believe that there will be better scenery on the road in the future.

When Qingsheng asked Ranmo what it would be like to live here permanently, Ranmo asked him, what if the scenery was better in the next place? Qingsheng tapped her head and warned her not to be too greedy.

He recalled the scene of her gazing at the pancake vendor during the day, and he wished he could hold her in his arms and not let her go anywhere. Later, he murmured to himself and laughed, "After all, you still have to sleep with me when you come back at night."

Ran Mo raised his head and looked at him. He said seriously, "Don't you realize that no matter where you go to play or stay, you will feel more relaxed when you have a good companion by your side."

Ranmo thought about it and it made sense. She'd always traveled alone before. While there was a sense of solitude, it ultimately felt a bit lonely and less fun to share. But there was one thing: after traveling with others, it became quite uncomfortable to travel alone again.

As the song goes, "Losing you means losing the courage to face loneliness." There's only one solution: keep the person who made you lose the ability to be alone close to you. This is also a punishment for loving that person. If it were a prison sentence, it would be life imprisonment.

After Ranmo and Qingsheng returned to town, they first paid a visit to the county magistrate. They had to return after this visit. They had already spent far too long on this trip.

The magistrate chatted with them with a smile. Then he ordered his men to fetch something wrapped in red cloth from the back hall. The two men looked over curiously.

The magistrate unrolled the red cloth, revealing a large red book. Upon opening it, the title of the letter of appointment was clearly written. Below, in neat regular script, it read: "We hereby appoint Chu Qingsheng and Yun Moran as specially invited, high-ranking advisors to the County Government." In the lower right corner, the signatures bore the red seals of the prefecture and county governments.

The two were stunned by this. The magistrate smiled and said, "You two young men are both exceptionally talented and have made great contributions. This is an honor you deserve. I sincerely hope you will visit us again in the future. If you have any questions, I sincerely hope you will help me. Travel expenses will certainly be required."

The two men finally understood the magistrate's good intentions. This was a good job. They should obey the order with all due respect. They thanked the magistrate. The magistrate simply said that it was the county magistrate who should be thanking them. He added, "Receive this certificate, and you will be ours."

The two men laughed at this. The magistrate had a good sense of humor. They carefully examined the certificate. It was exquisitely crafted, and the honor and responsibility it contained were truly heavy.

Ranmo had a second thought. This big red certificate looked familiar. Especially with her and Qingsheng's names written on it. The more she looked at it, the more they looked like a couple. She didn't dare laugh out loud, only chuckling quietly.

The magistrate added that he had arranged a special carriage for the two men to take them back to Xiaoyue City. He also promised to send carriages to take them back in the future if necessary. The two men thanked the magistrate for his considerate arrangements.

The magistrate looked at Qingsheng, who seemed to have something to say but hesitated. He understood his meaning and said generously that he would mention the magistrate's hospitality and care to his father and that he would invite the magistrate to visit him again someday.

The magistrate beamed. He praised the two young men for their promising futures. After a brief rest, Ranmo and Qingsheng said goodbye to the magistrate, leaving this unforgettable town for the time being and heading back to their long-cherished hometown.

Ranmo was worried that her mother might be worried after not seeing her for so long. She wanted to ride back to town as fast as she could. She even came up with a theory to comfort herself a little.

She believes that sometimes, poor communication creates a kind of information valley. People here think you have arrived. People there think you haven't left yet or are on your way. In fact, you are somewhere else.

She couldn't help but laugh at the thought, then patted herself on the back. How could she have entertained such an opportunistic thought? She was an upright person. Besides, this time she was on serious business, not just enjoying the sights and sounds.

At this moment, she lazily leaned against Qingsheng's chest, stretching her arms from time to time. The bumps in the carriage were nothing to worry about; she could just rub the backrest behind her like a massage.

Qingsheng looked at the person in his arms and fell into a reverie. Perhaps he could just transform into a large armchair or a soft bed. Ideally, one that could be carried on one's back. That way, they could be together no matter where they went.

Private cars are fast. After a day and a night's journey, they finally arrived at Xiaoyue City, a place they hadn't visited for so long. No one knew they were arriving, so few people came to meet them. They didn't mind, though. They were just a little confused about where to go.

Ranmo asked Qingsheng to go home with her. After all, her mother hadn't seen him in a long time and had been worried. Qingsheng felt that his clothes were covered in dust from traveling so long, so he decided to go to Wu Shao's house and wash them before returning.

Ran Mo respected his wishes. He didn't need to see her off again. They said goodbye at the intersection, then spent a while flirting with each other, making it seem like they were going to be apart for ages. Fearing being seen by acquaintances, they had to go their separate ways.