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Chapter 45: Kongming Lantern
Chapter 45: Kongming Lantern
Kongming lanterns are similar to river lanterns and were initially used for sacrificial rituals in the past.
Over time, they have also become associated with making wishes and offering gratitude.
After cheerfully inquiring with the locals, Doctor Liu learned that an elderly lady from a wealthy household in the city was gravely ill, and the family had organized their servants to release Kongming lanterns outside the city walls as a prayer for her recovery.
The crowd pouring into the streets was there to witness the lantern release.
After all, the sight of dozens or even hundreds of Kongming lanterns ascending into the sky together was quite a spectacle.
As soon as Feng Xuanrui heard that they had to go outside the city to see them, he immediately jumped up excitedly and said, "We want to see them! Let's go!"
Sui Sui didn't quite understand, but she trusted her brother, so she quickly jumped up too and echoed, "Brother is right!"
Instead of responding immediately, Doctor Liu turned to look at King Qing.
King Qing: ?
So, the decision to agree or refuse rests with me?
And if I refuse, I'll be the bad guy?
The gazes of the two children followed Doctor Liu's action and now rested on King Qing.
Two pairs of eyes, full of anticipation and shining brightly, looked at him, and King Qing didn't feel any pressure; he only felt helpless.
So many people...
If something like the kidnapping happened again, it would be a real nuisance.
However, he didn't want to disappoint the children.
After all, little Sui Sui, the brave girl, had rarely expressed her wishes so openly.
If he rejected her now, who knew if she would dare to speak up again in the future?
With these thoughts in mind, King Qing nodded and said, "Be careful, stay close to the adults, and don't rush ahead on your own!"
It had only been a few days since they were deceived and almost kidnapped, and the two children still remembered it well.
So, they nodded obediently.
This time, King Qing and his group were even more vigilant in protecting the children.
Except for the injured follower who remained at the inn to rest, everyone else went out into the streets.
This small town had a considerable number of inhabitants as well. The geographical environment of Wenzhou was advantageous, and the land was relatively fertile, resulting in a thriving economy.
Even the brilliant street scenery at night reflected some of this prosperity.
Although it was bustling and lively, there were also various unknown dangers lurking.
Having experienced the previous incident, Doctor Liu kept his eyes firmly on the two children without paying attention to anything else.
While they hadn't been able to release river lanterns or witness the bustling scene, they could still go and see the Kongming lanterns!
Moreover, compared to river lanterns, this was a more accessible experience for Sui Sui.
Since she only needed to look up, there was no need to squeeze forward through the crowd.
By the time they reached the outskirts of the city, quite a few Kongming lanterns had already been released into the sky.
As Sui Sui gazed up, witnessing one lamp after another soaring skyward, she couldn't help but exclaim in wonderment, "Wow, brother, look! Another one!"
"Brother, here they come again! They're rising!"
"Brother, that one's going up too!"
......
Sui Sui's continuous exclamations of "brother" made Feng Xuanrui feel flattered and a little dazed.
He kept nodding, "Sister, don't be so surprised. When we return to the capital, I'll ask someone to put on a special display for you."
"The craftsmanship of these lanterns is just average and can't compare to the skills of the old artisans in the capital."
......
Their conversation was amusing, and those around them wanted to laugh but dared not for fear of offending the children.
Sui Sui was fine; her innocence and shyness meant she might not even understand if they did laugh.
However, Feng Xuanrui, the little overlord, had a more fragile heart.
So, they held back their laughter, not wanting to upset him.
Initially, Sui Sui had been marveling at the beauty and splendor of the Kongming lanterns.
But as she continued to gaze, she recalled what Feng Xuanrui had explained to her before—the origin of the Kongming lanterns and the reason why they were released.
Sui Sui thought to herself, "Although I didn't release these Kongming lanterns, they're for well-wishing. It shouldn't be a problem if I join in, right?"
Not sure what to do, Sui Sui quietly asked the system, "Lele, it's okay if I join in the well-wishing, right?"
The system quickly responded, "Of course, it's fine! Releasing the lanterns outside the city is meant to gather everyone's wishes for good fortune."
"Just quietly wish for the well-being of yourself and your loved ones, and add a little wish for the elderly lady's recovery, and you'll be all set!" the system advised.
Although Sui Sui didn't fully understand, she trusted that Lele was right.
So, she looked up at the slowly ascending Kongming lanterns and whispered her wishes: "I wish for my brother's safety, for Doctor Liu's well-being, for King Qing's good health... and for the elderly lady's swift recovery."
Sui Sui didn't know any elaborate blessings. To her, the simplest and most sincere wish was for everyone's peace and safety.
Thus, she used the same wish for each person.
At first, Feng Xuanrui didn't hear her, but when he noticed that she seemed to be muttering something, he tilted his head to listen closely.
By then, Sui Sui had already mentioned quite a few names, including Die Jiao.
Feng Xuanrui listened intently for a long time. Hearing her wish for even the unknown elderly lady, he felt a mix of emotions.
But why hadn't she mentioned him?
He felt both disappointed and hurt.
Feng Xuanrui nudged Sui Sui's hand and asked plaintively, "Sister, what about me? Why didn't you include me?"
Sui Sui had just finished reciting a long list of names, and her mind was still processing.
Hearing her brother's question, she looked at him with confusion, "Huh?"
Seeing the tears welling up in his big eyes, she paused for a moment before realizing what he meant. "You were the first person I wished for, brother!"
After saying this, Sui Sui shyly bit her lip and hesitated before asking, "Brother, did I do the right thing?"
Hearing that he was the first person his sister had wished for, Feng Xuanrui couldn't hold back the tears anymore.
Previously, his eyes had welled up with tears due to his sense of grievance.
Now, they fell because he was deeply touched.
Indeed, his sister was the best!
He loved her the most!
Feng Xuanrui felt both happy and emotional.
He couldn't help but pull Sui Sui towards him and give her a tight hug. "Yes, yes, yes! Whatever you do is always right, sister."
Fearing that Sui Sui might change the order of her well-wishes next time, he quickly added, "It's right to put me first. You're so good, sister. I like you the most!"
To be honest, Feng Xuanrui hugged her a little too tightly, and Sui Sui felt a bit breathless.
However, she still felt that her brother's embrace was warm and reassuring.
She didn't struggle but instead snuggled into his embrace, her voice muffled as she spoke clearly, "I like Brother the most, too."
After saying this, Sui Sui felt that her words might not have conveyed her sincerity, so she quickly added, "I only like Brother."
Feng Xuanrui's heart melted at her words, and he felt like crying again.
As the young master of a princely mansion, countless people had prayed for his well-being and transcribed scriptures for him in the past.
But the person who moved him the most was his little sister.
Perhaps, deep in the hearts of children, it wasn't just about this simple well-wishing or the previous incident where she bravely shielded him in the woodshed, risking herself to protect him from harm.
(End of Chapter)
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