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The Coming-of-Age Ceremony made my reputation grow, and in the end, I truly became a fool who couldn't even recognize a single character.
After causing such a big joke, my mother was so angry that she didn't speak to me for several days.
Fortunately, Sister Huashao was clever; she suggested that I go to Puan Temple in the countryside to pray for an Amulet for my mother.
I thought it was a good idea; although it wouldn't bring glory to our family, at least it would show my filial piety.
Early the next morning, I secretly slipped out of the house and set off for Puan Temple.
Last autumn, I had gone to Puan Temple with my mother, and at that time, I could only sit properly in the carriage, glancing at the blue sky and green woods only when the breeze lifted the curtain.
Now, I was alone in the carriage. I leaned closer to the window and began to gaze freely at the vast sky and land outside, feeling a surge of heroic spirit as if I were in a story of vengeance and loyalty.
Suddenly, the carriage came to a halt. I lifted the curtain and gently tapped the shoulder of the servant boy, who then fell straight down.
He was dead.
Before my shocked eyes could fully comprehend what had happened, several burly men wielding large knives stood before me.
Just as I was preparing to die with dignity, a spirited young hero leaped in front of the bandits.
Dressed in white, immaculate and untainted, with sword-like brows and starry eyes, he wielded his sword with grace, and in an instant, bodies lay scattered everywhere.
I handed him a handkerchief and gently wiped the blood that had splattered on his cheek.
He took my hand and looked at me intently for a moment before turning around nimbly to mount his horse.
Just as he raised his whip, I suddenly couldn't contain my inner excitement and shouted, "Take me with you!"
His whip paused mid-air as he turned back to look at me, a slight smile on his lips: "Alright!"
"Miss, we've arrived!"
The carriage stopped, and my swirling thoughts were pulled back to reality by the call of "Miss."
I lifted the curtain to reveal the three large characters "Puan Temple." What was once a serene temple was now bustling with visitors coming and going.
It is said that more than ten years ago, the emperor's consort passed by this place in plain clothes and entered to pray for offspring. Shortly after, the crown prince was born, which brought great fame to Puan Temple as it became known as the best place for blessings among officials and nobles in Ming City.
I clasped my hands together and knelt devoutly before Buddha, wishing three times: first for my parents' happiness and health.
Just as I prepared for my second bow, Li Jinxiu arrogantly stood beside me and mockingly began to tease: "I wondered who it was; turns out it's that Qin Family's de Lu Ma."
Li Jinxiu is the daughter of the Minister of Justice in the court. Her father and my father have always been at odds, which has led to her family's dissatisfaction with the Qin Family. Naturally, this young lady from the Li family has no good feelings towards me, viewing me as the biggest obstacle in her path to becoming the Consort Crown Prince.
The turmoil surrounding the Lu Ma incident has yet to settle, and encountering her here today is bound to invite her mockery.
Before the gods, it is inappropriate to speak foul words. I did not look at her and continued with my second bow: "May the Qin family enjoy endless blessings and prosperity."
Seeing that I ignored her, she rolled her eyes and said, "Greedy enough to swallow an elephant; if the gods truly cared, they would not grant your wish."
Then she straightened her back and knelt down to begin her prayer.
"With such nobility and arrogance, Miss Li," I closed my eyes and spoke loudly, "the gods surely see this as well."
Her gaze darkened as she performed a few symbolic bows before rising to look down at me and said, "Only the Buddha speaks of equality among all beings; someone as dull-witted as you can only hope for divine intervention!"
I remained unfazed and continued with my final three bows.
Perhaps seeing my sincerity made her anxious that the gods might grant my wish; she hurriedly said, "Qin Huazhi, let me tell you, even if you pray at Puan Temple for three thousand steps, the position of Consort Crown Prince will never be yours."
I stood up and tilted my head to look at her. "Sorry, Miss Li, you guessed wrong. I did not pray to become the Consort Crown Prince."
"Ha! Then what could you possibly be asking for? You previously used those clumsy methods, exhausting yourself to build your reputation; only a fool would believe you are not after the position of Consort Crown Prince."
"I pray that the gods have eyes and do not let Li Jinxiu's wishes come true!" I feigned a calm tone and then laughed as I strode toward the door.
She was so angry that she stomped her feet. "Qin Huazhi, you are truly shameless! You have brought disgrace upon your entire Qin Family; if I were you, I would never show my face in public again."
I stopped and turned around. "Isn't this just coming to repent? Besides, it's my face that's at stake; don't drag the Qin Family into this. Otherwise, with my sincerity, be careful that the gods might actually grant my wish. After all, there is more than one daughter in the Qin Family."
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