The next day.
Inside the Qinghe Temple.
Zhang Rongfang and several others, including Xiao Jiu, sat together at the table having a meal. Outside, the sun was shining brightly, and a gentle breeze rustled the leaves with a crisp sound.
"Last night, I went to the houseboat by the river with Brother Chen Ling and Sister Yufeng from next door. Over there, you can fish for only five copper coins per trip with no time limit. I was lucky enough to catch a two-pound carp!"
Since arriving in the county town, Xiao Jiu had been in high spirits; this place was infinitely better than the dull life in the mountains.
Every day, there was something new to do.
In the temple, the temple master Li Heng was always absent, ignoring the affairs. Here, no one watched over whether they did their morning and evening lessons.
