Chapter 134: Meeting the Parents
He somehow produced two small wine cups from nowhere, poured wine for both Shen Luo and himself, clinked their cups together and began to drink.
Along the way, Bai Xiaotian, who seemed to know all the restaurants and eateries on the street, gave Shen Luo an extensive commentary.
When they passed a river that ran through the city, Bai Xiaotian, who normally didn’t look out, suddenly leaned towards the carriage window and curiously looked outside.
Following his gaze, Shen Luo saw that buildings on both sides of the river channel were densely packed. Most of them were decorated with lanterns and colorful banners, and even in the river water, there were beautifully unique barges.
“What place is this?” Shen Luo asked in confusion.
Updated by ℕovG○.co “Have you ever heard of ‘Mooring by Qinhuai River near the restaurant at night’? This is the Qinhuai River, where people drink Flower Wine. I’ll bring you to experience it another day.” Bai Xiaotian draped an arm around Shen Luo’s shoulder, and said with a laugh.
“No wonder the perfume is so strong… We are members of the Taoist sect, it’d be best if we keep some distance from this place of lust and wine.” Shen Luo said, wrinkling his nose.
“You just don’t understand, do you? As the saying goes, ‘Transcending the worldly desires, the Taoist heart stands like solid rock’. Without experiencing the world’s temptations, how can one clear all worldly distractions?” Bai Xiaotian retorted dismissively.
The carriage went through the city, and as they moved to the southern part of the city, the streets became emptier, but there were more and more grand mansions.