Chapter 314: Night of the Dragon and Fish Dance (1/2)
”Alright, whatever you say.” Pei Qingfeng wasn't able to deal with Ling Xian'er and could only brush her off for now.
The still surface of the lake was finally disturbed by the sudden emergence of fireworks. The instant the first firework exploded in the sky, Bai Luochu raised her head in shock.
”What occasion is it? Why are there fireworks?” Bai Luochu looked at Pei Rumo, hoping that he could give her an answer.
Pei Rumo paused for a moment before replying, “Today is our Cloud Water Nation’s Colored Lantern Festival. Men and women who hold affection for each other would enjoy each other’s company under the beautiful moonlit night. Apart from this lake, the streets should be really lively now. I thought you wouldn’t enjoy the clamor in the streets and chose to bring you to the lake. If you wish to visit the bustling streets, we can go right now.”
Bai Luochu shook her hand in order to decline the invitation. “I appreciate Your First Highness’ good intention, but I really dislike the hustle and bustle of the streets. Why are fireworks only set off during the Colored Lantern Festival? Why not other festivals?”
In her previous life, Bai Luochu had never participated in such activities and she became interested after hearing Pei Rumo’s introduction.
When Pei Rumo saw that Bai Luochu was full of zest, he wouldn’t choose to hide anything from her. “The Colored Lantern Festival is the most lively festival in the Cloud Water Nation. This isn’t the most important festival, but it is one with the least restrictions. As long as the young lady is of age and the young man is ready to marry, they can invite each other out to enjoy the night of festivities. If the other party is willing to accept the invitation, the relationship is probably going to work. Both sides would probably be sending matchmakers shortly after the festival ends. The fireworks at the end are a kind of blessing for these young men and women. After the fireworks, they would set off sky lanterns and release colored lamps on the surface of the lake. When thousands of lamps are released into the lake, the beauty of such a scene isn’t something one can easily come by. Otherwise, I wouldn’t go through all the trouble to bring you here tonight.”
After his explanation, Pei Rumo turned to look at Bai Luochu cautiously. He wanted to see if she realized his true intentions. Only men and women who were mutually affectionate to one another would spend time together at such a festival. Will she understand my intention?
Bai Luochu didn’t bother responding and Pei Rumo felt that he did everything for nothing. However, he was able to act as though nothing had happened as he quietly looked at Bai Luochu.
Mutually affectionate men and women huh? Bai Luochu turned to look at Pei Qingfeng and Ling Xian’er. Under the illumination of the fireworks, Ling Xian’er’s face alternated between light and dark as she various colors of the fireworks painted her skin with myriad of colors. She wasn’t able to forget Ling Xian’er’s fairy-like appearance and her carefree and limpid eyes.
Bai Luochu became gloomy when she saw Ling Xian’er as their personalities were completely different. For a refined and aloof prince like Pei Qingfeng, Ling Xian’er seemed to suit him more.