coobybook Chapter 158 Keeping the Appointment at Yellow Crane Tower
Chapter 158 Keeping the Appointment at Yellow Crane Tower
Xiao Si was intently writing oracle bone script, occasionally frowning, his brushstrokes delicate yet free, as if conversing with ancient divination symbols.
Meanwhile, Yu Zhanmo diligently practiced his marksmanship on the side.
Xiao Si examined her work with satisfaction, the air filled with the fragrance of ink.
"Hmm, it seems that my handwriting does indeed contain some of the charm of 'cultural heritage'."
At the same time, Yu Zhanmo brandished his spear, the muscles in his arms tensing with each strike of his spear technique, his movements swift, powerful, and silent.
Each time the tip of the spear sliced through the air, the resulting gust of wind created an invisible pressure, and the space was firmly controlled by his aura.
He would sometimes retreat lightly, and sometimes advance rapidly, with a precise rhythm.
Suddenly, the tip of his spear thrust forward, and a sharp "whoosh" sound rang out in the air, as if the surrounding tranquility had been torn apart by this force.
Brother Zi'an walked into the courtyard with a letter in his hand and said softly:
"Wow! That aura!! Little Si, look at Yu Zhanmo, his marksmanship is truly superb. Compared to your 'antique' literary style of writing, it's definitely more 'practical'!"
As Xiao Si watched Yu Zhanmo wield his spear, a mischievous glint flashed across his face:
"Hmph, you don't understand my fun! But Pudding Yu is indeed amazing. Watching him makes me want to try my marksmanship. But if I were to take a gun, I'm afraid it would break my delicate hands. Maybe my 'poem on guns' will be more eye-catching than Brother Yu's marksmanship."
Zi'an held a letter in her hand, and read it aloud to Yu Zhanmo, who was practicing martial arts, in a relaxed and slightly teasing tone:
"Dear Lord Yu Zhanmo, receiving your letter has made me feel much better, as time has passed..."
Oh my, the contents of this letter are truly poetic and picturesque; every word can leap into Zi'an's heart and drift into his mind with a refreshing scent.
After reading it, Zi'an almost wanted to get a membership card for the "Poet Immortal Association" so he could have a close encounter with Li Bai and Du Fu—of course, a literary one! Haha.
As for where Zi'an came from? Well, he's currently hiding a big secret!
When we arrive at the Yellow Crane Tower, wow, we'll be able to unravel the mystery.
Xiao Si said, "Oh my, this is a letter from Qu Youjiu, Li Bai's shadow brother! There's delicious food again. Does he want to invite us to the Yellow Crane Tower?"
"That's right."
Xiao Si:
"Bells and drums, delicacies and jade are not worth treasuring; I only wish to be drunk forever and never wake up." This line is truly full of heroic spirit!
It's like telling us: 'Eat something good and drink some fine wine, who would want to wake up?' Maybe I should try having some barbecue with every meal and see if I can get "intoxicated forever."
"Of course, I wasn't really drunk; I just wanted to experience the poetic spirit of the wine connoisseur."
The honest and simple-minded Yu Zhanmo also stopped practicing martial arts.
"A golden goblet of fine wine costs ten thousand coins, and a jade platter of delicacies is worth ten thousand coins." This poem sounds incredibly luxurious!
The phrase "a jug of fine wine costs ten thousand coins" immediately reminded me of: 'Qiu Youjiu's excellent wine and that Yupan real estate development—they no longer need to worry about prices!'
Zi'an, however, adopted the demeanor of Wang Bo:
"Floating clouds evoke thoughts of a traveler, the setting sun evokes feelings for an old friend." This line really touched my heart. Look at this young Li Bai, he can actually express the emotions between a traveler and an old friend so vividly.
The little ox teased him:
"Waving goodbye, the horses neigh sadly as they depart... The farewell neighing reminds me of Brother Mu's old horse... Haha, but this is a good idea, dear Brother Zi'an, come here, believe it or not, I'll arrange a poetry gathering for you two in a bit?"
"Uh, something sounds a bit strange."
Yu Zhanmo was somewhat moved and couldn't stop: "The rushing torrents and waterfalls roar and rumble, the rocks crashing against the cliffs like thunder in ten thousand valleys. I like this line of his; it could actually be used in our military life!"
Xiao Si said:
"Sigh, let's not talk about that part, it's too bitter and cold. Let's think of it instead—'Clouds yearn for her clothes, flowers yearn for her face, spring breeze brushes the railing, dew is heavy.'"
This scene is so pleasing to the eye! Okay, I admit, I quite like this bourgeois lifestyle.
"Let's go to the Yellow Crane Tower later for our appointment. We'll stroll together in the spring breeze, admiring the beautiful clothes, the lovely faces, the dew... and even see a Li Bai from a parallel universe! Hahaha!"
Zi'an was a little excited:
"A pot of wine among the flowers, I drink alone without a companion. Speaking of drinking alone, we'll go to that tavern later and sit down to drink a few rounds of wine with a few pots of wine."
Forget blind dates, even the allure of wine can inspire me! It all depends on whether I can find a touch of divine inspiration in this solitary drinking!
Yu Zhanmo sheathed his gun, turned around, and prepared to depart.
He thought to himself, "Anyway, since I had dyslexia as a child and am now a friend of Li Bai, it wouldn't be a bad thing to have a chance to learn from him in person!"
Thinking of this, he couldn't help but smile, immediately sensing the carefree spirit of Li Bai's poetry and wine.
Xiao Si mentioned: "I know that Gao Shi's father was both a scholar and a warrior, but he didn't know how to manage a business. He was honest and incorruptible. By Gao Shi's generation, the family was already very poor, and Gao Shi's mother had also passed away early."
Yu Zhanmo nodded and then replied, "That's right. Our time travel happened when I was penniless and happened to meet Li Bai by the shore of Dongting Lake."
Speaking of Li Bai, a hint of nostalgia flashed in his eyes—that unrestrained poet who could pour any trouble into a cup of wine and a poem.
Xiao Si recalled the days when she first met Li Bai; Yu Zhanmo had an astonishing appetite, as if he could devour the entire world.
He ate so fast, wolfing down his food, that Xiao Sidou stared wide-eyed at him.
Zi An couldn't help but chuckle, adding a sarcastic remark:
"Little Si, don't talk about others, you're just as greedy, a real foodie! It's not hard to imagine."
Yu Zhanmo said, "Haha, yes, you know her, she's as fierce as a wolf. By the way, we just happened to catch Li Bai mourning his deceased friend—nicknamed Material Man. They were best friends, although Qu Youjiu, like Li Bai, has a wide social circle, definitely a 'social butterfly'! But he is truly extremely loyal and devoted..."
He spoke with a touch of emotion.
Xiao Si nodded:
"I've heard that Li Bai's friends were all quite unique; some were bold and heroic, others were humorous and witty... But after hearing what you've said, I'm a little curious about what Qu Youjiu did later."
Yu Zhanmo said, "A few years later, like Li Bai, he returned to Dongting Lake once again, taking away 'Bone Cleansing' to hold a second funeral for that 'materialistic' friend."
He paused, his gaze deep, as if recalling something. "This second funeral, how should I put it... it was quite ceremonial. The officiant was Li Bai, you can imagine, the atmosphere was quite... special!"
Xiao Si and Zi An were stunned for a moment, and quickly asked, "Special? How is it special?"
An indescribable light flickered in Yu Zhanmo's eyes:
"Well, are you all ready? Because that second funeral has actually created a... huge mystery."
"Suspense?" Little Si's eyes widened. "What suspense?"
Zi'an also looked nervous: "Stop keeping me in suspense!"