Rose Manor

The car was parked in an open-air parking space 200 meters outside Tamfu Temple.

The three of them got off the car one after another and had to walk the rest of the way.

The morning sun was also very strong. Shen Jianian took out a fisherman's hat from his canvas bag and put it on. He looked at the long, endless stone staircase and thought to himself that it was a good thing that he slept early last night, otherwise he might not be able to climb it. .

"Give me the stuff." Fu Jichen stretched out a hand towards her, palm up.

Shen Jianian weighed the canvas bag. Inside was a box of cut fruits and a few bottles of water that Cheng Jin had packed before leaving. It was a bit heavy, but she said stiffly, "It's not very heavy. I can carry it."

Fu Jichen couldn't help but take it.

Bai Changxia stood aside and watched this scene, his eyes drifting to other places without saying a word.

For the first time, I realized that I was a light bulb.

"Wait a minute, do you want to come up with us?" Shen Jia Nian seemed to have just reacted, a flash of surprise flashed in his eyes, "There are many people today, so we may be delayed in the temple for a long time."

Fu Jichen took her arm and walked away. His voice was low and his emotions could not be heard: "Let's go. If we keep lingering, there will be more people."

Shen Jianian was dragged by him for two steps, but his mind was still hazy. Was he really planning to accompany them to the temple?
On the next road, the two girls walked in front, and Fu Jichen followed step by step, just like other pilgrims who came to offer incense and pray for blessings, climbing up step by step.

When the spring is warm and the flowers are blooming, there are lush green trees next to the stone staircase. The breeze blows and the pine waves blow, bringing a light fragrance of grass and trees, mixed with the fragrance of unknown flowers.

If you are not in a hurry to burn some incense, this is a good place to hang out and relax.

Bai Changxia works out at least four times a week, and occasionally does boxing to develop muscles that are not exposed. Mountain climbing is not a problem for her. She enjoys the scenery along the way and walks quickly.

She took Shen Jianian's arm and almost dragged her forward.

Shen Jianian was gradually exhausted, and her steps were weak and slow, but she didn't say anything. She put one hand on her waist and could barely keep up with Bai Changxia's rhythm.

"The temple is not far away, let's take a rest."

When Fu Jichen spoke, Bai Changxia stopped, raised his head and looked ahead. The main entrance of the temple was indeed not far away, so he was not in a hurry.

Shen Jianian's cheeks were red, and he placed his hands on the stone wall next to him and gasped for air.

Fu Jichen unscrewed a bottle of mineral water and handed it to her hand, then took out another bottle and gave it to Bai Changxia.

"Thank you."

Bai Changxia took it over flattered.

Shen Jia Nian had not exercised for a long time, and his calves were shaking after climbing the stone stairs for so long. He sat down on the stone steps regardless of his image.In order not to hinder the passing pedestrians, she deliberately sat on the side to leave space for people to walk.

Bai Changxia took a few sips of water. Seeing her out of breath, he suddenly realized Fu Jichen's intention to suggest taking a rest. He smiled and said, "Jianian, your physical strength is not as good as when you were in college."

When they were in college, they shared a dormitory and basically kept the same routine. They usually got up before six in the morning, ran a few laps on the playground, then returned to the dormitory, carried their respective pianos, and went to a remote artificial lake to practice.

Shen Jianian played the cello and Bai Changxia played the violin.

Neither of them are talented players as recognized by the public. Being better than others depends solely on their own hard work.

When Shen Jia Nian mentioned the past, he held his face with one hand, covering half of his cheek with his palm, which meant "it's okay not to mention it".

Bai Changxia pursed his lips and chuckled, looking sideways. Fu Jichen stood at the bottom of the steps, his posture casual and relaxed. Different from the casual and relaxed dress of the tourists around him, he wore a suit and leather shoes even when climbing, and he naturally carried an aura of nobility, matching The overly handsome face attracted the attention of men, women, and children.

Shen Jianian screwed on the bottle cap and handed the unfinished mineral water to Fu Jichen.

He took it and put it into the black canvas bag. The coldness of the businessman was not seen in his brows and eyes, but instead they were gentle and clear, like the gurgling spring water in the mountains.

Bai Changxia cleared his throat and said calmly: "It won't delay Mr. Fu's business, right?"

After all, she was the one who took Shen Jianian up the mountain to worship Buddha today, so it affected Fu Jichen's schedule. She should say some polite words.

When Fu Jichen answered the question, he looked towards her face, his gaze stayed briefly, and there was a faint polite smile on his lips: "No."

Bai Changxia: "That's good." After a short rest, the three of them continued forward, and in about a quarter of an hour, they arrived at the main entrance of Tanfu Temple.

The red wall and black tiles are hidden among the green trees. The light and shadow of the branches are painted on the wall. One is a vivid bamboo branch picture, one is an elegant peach blossom picture, one is a meaningful green pine picture, and there are various contrasting pictures. "painting".

There was an endless stream of people, including tourists from other places, most of whom came here to take photos and check in at tourist attractions, and some who sincerely offered incense and prayed for blessings.

Bai Changxia searched around and saw a place selling incense. He took Shen Jianian's hand and went to buy incense.

Fu Jichen didn't like being crowded in the crowd, so he stood in the open space and stared at the figure from a distance.

"Jia Nian, here it is." Bai Changxia was at the front of the queue. After buying it, he turned around and handed a few to Shen Jia Nian.

"I don't want it anymore." She chatted with Fu Jichen about worshiping Buddha in the morning, and said that she had nothing to ask for.

"You're already here, let's pay our respects." Bai Changxia said, "I heard that this place is very spiritual."

"OK then."

Shen Jianian smiled, took the incense and looked back at the man standing under the persimmon tree.There are no persimmons on the trees in spring, only the green branches and leaves squeeze together to provide shade.

Fu Jichen was holding a bag with one hand, looking relaxed and distant.

When Shen Jia Nian looked over, his lips raised slightly, revealing a slight smile.

Shen Jianian came out of the queue, walked up to him, and waved the incense in her hand to him: "Xia Xia gave it to me. I'll go in with her to burn incense. Are you waiting for me outside?" As she spoke, she Glancing at the crowds of people in front of the Main Hall, he said, "It may take a long time to wait."

Fu Jichen took his hand out of his trouser pocket and brushed a strand of hair under the brim of her hat: "Go, pay attention to safety, don't get burned."

The incense stick in her hand was a large one, and the chopsticks were so thick that it must have lit up and made fireworks.

Shen Jianian pursed her lips and said "hmm" before going in with Bai Changxia.

After queuing for a long time, it was finally their turn.

Shen Jianian held incense in both hands, knelt on the yellow futon, raised his head and looked up at the majestic Buddha in the hall. He sat cross-legged, with his hands in the meditation seal, and his lowered eyebrows showed charity, as if he was saving all sentient beings.

Shen Jia Nian looked away and bowed low, silently praying for the safety of the person outside the hall.

What Bai Changxia prayed to the Buddha was that his mother could overcome the disease and recover as soon as possible.After kneeling down, he put incense in the incense burner and turned around. Shen Jia Nian was still kneeling there, with his eyes slightly closed and his expression even more pious than she had just been.

Shen Jia Nian opened his eyes, placed the lit incense in front of the Buddha statue, and smiled at Bai Changxia: "Let's go."

Bai Changxia asked: "What do you ask for from Buddha?"

Shen Jia Nian smiled and said nothing.

Bai Changxia rolled his eyes, gently scratched her chin with his fingers, and joked: "Let me guess, can you ask the Buddha to bless you and Boss Fu to live a long life together?"

The smile on Shen Jianian's lips slowly faded, she shook her head and said, "No."

The two of them walked out through the crowd. Bai Changxia looked at her expression carefully: "I have never asked you, what kind of feelings do you have for Fu Jichen?"

Shen Jia Nian stepped over the threshold with one foot and was stunned. Did she see something?
Ever since I talked to Fu Jichen about terminating the deal, there seemed to be an invisible and intangible layer between them, and I couldn't tell the details.

"Jianian, do you like him?"

Bai Changxia understands Shen Jianian's temperament fairly well. She is a simple and pure person who is not good at lying or pretending. As long as you pay attention, it is easy to see through her mind.

She did glean something from her relationship with Fu Jichen, but she wasn't sure, so she asked.

Shen Jianian's eyes were warm. For a long time, she looked at the wishing pool with splashing water in the distance: "Shouldn't I..." her voice lowered, and she did not say the next words.

"What shouldn't you do?" Bai Changxia finished for her, "Shouldn't you like him?" (End of Chapter)