72.Request to meet Cousin
Over-dress |
Right then, the door squeak as it opened. Beside the doorman, there was also a middle-aged woman, dressed in claret blossom design on a the over-dress, and stone green long skirt and her hair were shaped into a flattened bun and secured by a silver hairpin.
The doorman pointed toward the middle-aged woman and courteously said, “You're in luck. This is Li ma, part of Young Madam's retainers.”
“Greetings to Li ma!”Lian Fang Zhou affably nodded.
Li ma had already studied them a few times. Though the three's clothes were ordinary and old, it was clean and tidy. Appeared to be upright and straightforward. The younger youth was a bit nervous, but that was normal and not have a glimpse of groveling or flattering expression.
This image is the most similar one I can find to the description given. Veranda + Tasseled Lantern + Speckle of flower |
After they entered the second gate, they walked for a good bit before Li ma led them into a courtyard. The door that came into sight was a spacious patio with greyish green tile paving. There were several green flower jars placed on both sides of the road. Presumably, it'll be gorgeous during summer with the lotus flourishing with green jade leaf. On the flat ground, a few pomegranate, cape jasmine, lilac, and similar flowers were planted with the bricks at the bottom. On the two sides was a mirror copy veranda. Tasseled octangular lanterns hung on the roof of the corridor and roses were planted on the alongside the veranda. At this moment, there were speckles of pink and yellow flower buds.
Moon Gate |
The courtyard was very spacious and serene. The left and the right side also have a moon gate successively connected to the compound. In the distance were landscaped trees and flowers, a cascade of rockeries and many houses.
I imagine the room is a smaller version of this |
After passing through the patio, the raised steps pass through a lobby. The patio at the front was separated by a five-opened large room. The middle of the room is higher, while the sides are slightly shorter. Everything was meticulously arranged, from the carved beams and painted rafters to the bright red door and green jade windows. Li ma guided to the left side veranda to go around, and pleasant mentioned, " You came at a good time today. Young Madame has just woken and not go out yet!"
The four maids, in a different shade of the blue and white long dress, was initially standing attention at the entrance saw them come over. One of them raised the bouncy, dark green curtain and entered to send words. The other three came up to welcome and called, "Li da niang!"
Li ma acknowledged. The maid that previously went in to notify returned. She conveyed, "Li da niang, Young Madame request that you lead the guest inside!"
"Miss Lian, Lian gong zi, this way please!" Li ma then grinned as she raised her hand to signal.
"Must trouble da niang!" Lian Fang Zhou returned a smile. With Lian Ze, she followed her from behind.
As they just enter, a beautiful woman, in peach pink with grape purple design and high collared sleeved over-dress and brocade, multi-folded skirt completely covered in blushing red, which was like a good harvest, came into view as the maids cluster around to welcome her. She got almond eyes with peach-like lids, skin fairer than snow and hair was slanted and coiled up. The beaded pendant enchantingly swayed. She was beautiful that she stood out. The light within her eyes shimmered, as if gleaming pond ripples. From one glance, you can tell she is a talented person.
Lian Fang Zhou was hesitating whether she should call her 'Su Young Madame ' or 'Cousin Fang.' Fang Qing had already stridden forward and held her hands. After studying her a bit, Fang Qing cheerfully opened her mouth, "You are Fang Zhou right? Do you still remember me? At that time when Aunt brought you over to my home, you were a little girl! This is Ah Ze then? I heard Aunt mention you before, but we have never met! Your eyes are just like Aunt's!"
Lian Fang Zhou's heart was warmed and was feeling mixed up. She chuckled, "I can't remember at all, I was really young then. Coming over today, I have trespassed on your hospitality. It is really presumptuous ..."
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