Chapter 548 Mochou Lake
After having tea, we walked and stopped along the road in Jinling until noon. We had lunch and then went to Mochou Lake, the "first scenic spot in Jinling".
It is said that Mochou Lake got its name from an ancient legend, and the protagonist of this legend was Mochou Woman.
Mochounu was a beautiful and talented woman, and her love story was full of tragedy.
The story tells how she and her beloved were unable to reunite due to family opposition. Frustrated by love, Mochou eventually died alone by the Mochou Lake, leaving behind the name "Mochou".
Walking by the Mochou Lake, spring is in full swing. Thinking of Mochou, my eyes are filled with tears~~~
Sun Shan led Gui Ge'er, Sun Dali and Sun Dingnan into Mochou Lake. Looking at the sparkling lake, he felt extremely happy.
Sun Shan didn't understand Mochounu's love, hatred and emotions, so he didn't feel that sad.
There are many pavilions and small bridges here, full of the tenderness and elegance of the Jiangnan water town. Children like Sun Shan who come from the mountains especially like the beautiful scenery of flowing water, pavilions and small bridges.
Sun Shan was walking in Mochou Lake and met many scholars gathering there.
Sun Dingnan said with bright eyes: "Ashan, why don't you sing a song to let them see your literary talent."
Sun Shan had heard about the poetry recitation and couplet writing, so he had no time to walk away, so how could he throw himself into the trap and participate in the competition?
Seeing a group of scholars gathering in front of him, Sun Shan made a sharp turn and turned onto another bridge. He said nonchalantly, "Let's go over there and take a look. It's a rare day of leisure, so we must take in the beauty of Mochou Lake."
Sun Dingnan didn't know why, so he nodded and said, "Ashan, you're right. We should take a good walk today. It's rare that you have time."
In fact, Sun Shan was free every day, but he didn't dare to walk around, after all, his body had not yet recovered enough.
Now the imperial physician says there is nothing serious and the rest depends on self-healing.
Sun Shan also felt that it was time to travel around. Otherwise, it would be a waste of time to come to Jinling if he didn't visit any of the scenic spots and historical sites after spending so much time there.
Sun Dali followed behind with a silly smile. He could not appreciate the scholars reciting poems, nor could he appreciate the beautiful scenery of Mochou Lake. All he had to do was to follow Sun Shan.
As for Gui Ge'er, he had long seen through Sun Shan's true nature, but love not only blinded his eyes, but also his heart.
He knew that Sun Shan was not good at writing poetry, but he couldn't help but make excuses for Sun Shan, thinking that Sun Shan was right. He came out today to have fun, not to recite poetry, so whatever Sun Shan said, Gui Ge'er thought was right.
The group walked and stopped, looked at the sky, and decided it was time to go home.
The four of them walked slowly, rested for a while when they were tired, and then continued walking.
As for whether to call a taxi or not, none of the four of them had thought about it.
Poverty has limited the thinking of the people in Sunjia Village. Even if they have become rich, they still have poor thinking, and it is extremely difficult to change.
Everyone thought that instead of spending dozens of cents on a taxi to go home, it would be better to spend a few dozen cents to buy a chicken and make soup at home.
Sun Shan and his three companions walked back to Jinxiufang, and at the end was Sun Shan's home.
The setting sun shines on the alley, quiet and gentle.
Sun Shan walked into the alley and saw a man squatting at the door of his house. When he got closer, he found that it was Shi Gou.
An Shigou just sat quietly on the gate railing, the afterglow of the setting sun shone on his body, and at that moment he looked so lonely and pitiful.
When the ten dogs saw Sun Shan, they jumped up in surprise and ran to Sun Shan in a hurry.
He asked happily, "Master Juren, you are back. Where have you been? You have been gone for the whole day. Is there anything important to do?"
Gui Geer looked at Shi Gou in surprise and asked in astonishment: "Shi Gou, why are you sitting on the door railing?"
Sun Dali opened the door, and Sun Shan led the ten dogs into the yard.
As he walked, Shi Gou answered, "I am waiting here for the scholar to come home."
Hurriedly moved the recliner out of the house.
Shi Gou was still young and couldn't move it, so Gui Ge'er stepped forward to move it.
Shi Gou shouted, "Master Juren, please sit down quickly. You must be tired after going out all day."
He hurriedly poured a glass of water from the kitchen and said, "Master, you must be thirsty. Drink some water."
After handing it to Sun Shan, he poured several more cups, one for each of Gui Ge'er, Sun Dali, and Sun Dingnan.
He looks just like a servant of the Sun family.
Sun Shan looked at his busy little figure and his heart was touched.
As for what was touched upon, Sun Shan had no idea.
Shigou's family is indeed unreasonable. They threw Shigou here and let him eat and drink for free at Sun Shan's place, or perhaps more importantly, they wanted to take advantage of his future.
His shamelessness, greed and unbridled desire are really disgusting.
But Sun Shan knew that this was the way of survival for the little people, they would take every advantage they could, because they simply could not live a good life on their own.
Just like when Granny Liu visited the Jia Mansion with such a thick face, that one visit was enough for their family to live on for a year, not to mention other charity from the Jia Mansion.
Mr. An’s plan was probably that he was lucky, that he would be appreciated by Sun Shan and that he would have a good future.
Even if you are unlucky and Sun Shan looks down on you, you can still get a few good meals.
Just like the folks in Sunjia Village, they speak cautiously in front of Aunt Sun, and the kids in Sunjia Village tolerate and yield in front of Boy, all in order to get some benefits so that their lives can be better.
Sun Shan thought about it and called the ten dogs over.
Shi Gou ran over cautiously and asked carefully, "Master Juren, what do you want to talk to me about?"
The juren master had a serious look on his face, and Shigou was very afraid that he had done something wrong.
He came to Jinxiufang early this morning and knocked on the door for a long time, but no one answered. He thought the scholar didn't want to pay attention to him.
After waiting for a long time, he found that there was no one inside and he breathed a sigh of relief. It was not that the master ignored him, but that the master was out and not at home.
Shi Gou waited from morning till afternoon. On the way, he ran back home and found that there was no food left for him at home. He was so hungry that his stomach growled. He ate a piece of cake and was urged by his grandfather to go to Jinxiufang.
Shi Gou also wanted to go to Jinxiufang. He didn't want to stay at home and listen to his second aunt, third aunt and mother quarreling over trivial matters.
Shi Gou felt very annoyed, and he felt particularly comfortable at the home of the Juren Master in Jinxiufang. He especially yearned to see the Juren Master reading a book.
The scholar was completely different from the teachers in the school. He was always gentle and kind to him. Even if he made a mistake in reciting the text, he would point it out gently. He never scolded him or hit him on the hand.
Shi Gou thinks that Juren is the best person in the world and he hopes to work for him.
Sun Shan asked Shi Gou to sit on a low stool and said in a low voice, "Shi Gou, I have a suggestion. Please listen to it."
Shi Gou sat aside obediently and asked timidly, "Master Juren, what suggestions do you have? Tell me and I will listen."
Sun Shan looked at Er Gou's frightened expression and said soothingly, "Don't be afraid, Shi Gou. I will go to the academy to study tomorrow, so it's not convenient for you to come here."
Shi Gou's eyes widened, his face turned pale, his little hands trembled, and he looked at Sun Shan in horror.