Chapter 121 Tour of Jingxin Lake
There were no classes in the Imperial College this morning, so Jiang Zhiyu and the other two took advantage of the good weather and came to the Mo Yun Pavilion in the back mountain to enjoy the cool air.
Passing through the back gate of the Imperial College, along the winding path, we walked towards the Moyun Pavilion on the back mountain. The spring sunshine shone through the lush leaves, sprinkling on them in patches, forming a beautiful picture.
Soon, the three of them arrived at the Moyun Pavilion. This was a simple and elegant pavilion. On both sides of the stone steps in front of the pavilion, there were green bamboos planted. The breeze blew, and the bamboo leaves rustled. In the center of the pavilion was a stone table and several stone benches. The tabletop was as smooth as a mirror, and the benches were carved with exquisite patterns.
The three of them sat down one by one. Jiang Zhiyu gently brushed the dust off the stone bench and said with a smile: "This Mo Yun Pavilion is really a great place to cool off. Tell me, what can we learn here?" After that, she looked at her two friends with a moving look in her eyes.
When Qi Zimo heard Jiang Zhiyu's question, she blinked her bright eyes, a mischievous smile appeared on the corner of her mouth, and she replied: "Here, what we can learn is a state of mind, a tranquility that transcends the world. Just like this Mo Yun Pavilion, although it is located in the prosperous Imperial College, it has its own tranquility and elegance."
Jiang Zhiyu smiled slightly. She looked at the mountains in the distance with a look of longing in her eyes. She said softly, "Yes, the tranquility here can make us forget the troubles of the world for a while and focus on our own hearts."
Liu Mengmeng raised her head at this time, her eyes sparkling. She looked at Jiang Zhiyu and Qi Zimo and said seriously: "But I think we can also learn knowledge here. Don't forget that the area around Moyun Pavilion is full of green bamboos. Bamboo is a symbol of literati. They are tenacious and upright. Isn't this a kind of spiritual learning?"
Qi Zimo nodded. She touched the delicate patterns on the stone table and said with a smile, "Liu Mengmeng is right. This bamboo, this pavilion, even the sunshine and breeze are all knowledge given to us by nature. We can learn the true meaning of life and comprehend the philosophy of life from them."
The three of them sat quietly in the Moyun Pavilion, enjoying the gift of nature. The sunlight shone through the leaves and sprinkled on them, forming mottled light and shadows. At this moment, they seemed to be integrated with nature, and their souls were cleansed as never before.
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At this time, Liao Zhen happened to walk over while rubbing his butt. Seeing Jiang Zhiyu and the others eating cherries, he took one without hesitation.
Jiang Zhiyu asked him with a smile what he had done to provoke Shangguan Zhengming, the director of the Imperial College, to take action, oh no, to kick.
He bit the cherry and smiled bitterly as he answered, "Hey, you don't know, today I put forward an opinion about the Book of Changes in class, and Mr. Shangguan thought I was too arrogant, so he gave me a little 'lesson'."
Jiang Zhiyu covered his mouth and chuckled, saying: "Liao Zhen, you asked for this, didn't you? Mr. Shangguan is famous for his strictness, and you dare to be so 'unruly' in class?"
Liu Mengmeng also smiled and said, "Yes, Liao Zhen, you should be more restrained in the future, otherwise our Imperial College's title of 'talented scholar' will be ruined by you."
Liao Zhen waved his hands and retorted: "Oh, stop talking. I just want to liven up the classroom atmosphere. Besides, I think the idea I put forward makes sense."
Qi Zimo came over at this time, patted Liao Zhen on the shoulder, and said, "Okay, Liao Zhen, don't be angry. Mr. Shangguan is doing this for your own good. He did that to make you more humble. However, you are indeed a little too confident."
Listening to his friends' words of comfort, Liao Zhen's mood gradually improved.
Liao Zhen looked up in the direction of Jingxin Lake and suddenly suggested: "Why don't we go to Jingxin Lake to enjoy the scenery and chat? The scenery there is beautiful and it's just right for relaxing."
As soon as Liao Zhen finished speaking, everyone's eyes immediately flashed with excitement. They all straightened their clothes and followed Liao Zhen's footsteps, walking towards the Jingxin Lake together.
Arriving at Jingxin Lake, the students of the Imperial College were attracted by the beautiful scenery. The lake water was clear and the waves were rippling. The weeping willows by the lake gently brushed the water surface, and occasionally a few egrets danced. Jiang Zhiyu, Liu Mengmeng, Qi Zimo and Liao Zhen found a quiet corner, sat by the lake, and started their chat.
Jiang Zhiyu gently brushed away the willow catkins that fell on his shoulders and said with a smile, "This is a great place to relax, Liao Zhen, your suggestion is really good."
Liao Zhen smiled and replied: "Zhi Yu, you are too kind. I just want everyone to be happy."
Liu Mengmeng looked at the egrets in the lake and asked curiously, "Do you know why egrets always travel in pairs?"
Qi Zimo smiled gently: "This is simple. Egrets are a symbol of love. They always fly in pairs, which shows their loyalty to love."
Jiang Zhiyu widened his eyes and looked at Qi Zimo in surprise: "So that's how it is. I thought they were just friends."
Liao Zhen added: "In fact, the scenery here is not only about egrets, but also many beautiful legends. It is said that an ancient emperor met a fairy here, and they fell in love at first sight, and finally built this Imperial College here."
Liu Mengmeng sighed: "I really envy them, falling in love at first sight is such a romantic thing."
Qi Zimo glared at Liu Mengmeng and said with a smile: "Are you envious of her, or do you want to find a partner?"
Liu Mengmeng blushed and retorted: "Qi Zimo, you are the one who wants to find a partner!"
Everyone laughed and the atmosphere suddenly became relaxed and happy.
Jiang Zhiyu looked at Liao Zhen and suddenly said, "Liao Zhen, can you tell us a legend about Jingxin Lake?"
Liao Zhen thought for a moment and nodded, "Okay. According to legend, a long time ago, there was a beautiful princess here who fell in love with a scholar by the lake. But her father did not agree with their relationship and wanted to drive the scholar away. In order to be with the scholar, the princess betrayed her family and ran away secretly. They lived a happy life here forever."
Liu Mengmeng said with emotion: "For love, the princess actually betrayed her family. She is so brave."
Qi Zimo said: "Yes, love sometimes requires such courage."
Liao Zhen looked at the lake and said thoughtfully: "However, I think there is another version of this story. Perhaps the princess did not betray her family, but her father misunderstood their feelings, and in the end they still received the blessing of the family."
Jiang Zhiyu nodded in agreement: "I also think this version makes more sense. Sometimes love doesn't need too many twists and turns, and an ordinary life is also a kind of happiness."
Everyone fell into deep thought, and the scenery by the lake seemed to become even more beautiful.
Soon, it was getting dark, and they reluctantly left Jingxin Lake. Back at the Imperial College, everyone was in a happy mood and devoted themselves to study.