Chapter 277 Want to ride a horse
Chapter 277 Want to ride a horse
When the carriage slowly stopped and parked steadily by the roadside, the people in the carriage who were originally having a lively conversation seemed to have instantly forgotten the previous topic.
Shen Zhenzhu, in particular, was almost impatient to push open the door and leave the carriage immediately. On the one hand, she couldn't help but yearn for the beautiful scenery outside; on the other hand, she was eager to escape this place full of right and wrong, fearing that Dugu Jingyao and Murong Linzhi would continue to ask her some difficult questions.
Watching Shen Zhenzhu exit the carriage in such a hurry, Dugu Jingyao and Murong Linzhi exchanged a glance, understandingly interpreting her behavior as a desperate escape. The corners of their mouths curled up slightly, revealing a barely perceptible smile, but they both tacitly avoided laughing out loud. They simply exchanged a faint smile and glanced at each other before quickly exiting the carriage one after another.
After Shen Zhenzhu lightly jumped off the carriage, the moment her feet touched the ground, she couldn't help but take a deep breath of the fresh and pleasant air outside. This intoxicating breath made her feel relaxed and refreshed. At this moment, Dugu Moyan, who had also just dismounted, happened to see this scene.
It must be said that Shen Zhenzhu, dressed in her riding uniform today, possessed a unique charm. While she was slightly less impressive than her cousin Dugu Jingyao, who possessed an innately heroic presence, she skillfully blended a gentle and graceful demeanor with a heroic charm, presenting a unique beauty. This stark contrast to yesterday's image left Dugu Moyan momentarily dazed.
Chu Xinghan, who was standing next to him, saw that Dugu Moyan was in a daze, so he waved his hand in front of Dugu Moyan, and Dugu Moyan finally came back to his senses.
Chu Xinghan looked in the direction Dugu Moyan had just been looking at, and was shocked to find that it was the carriage that Dugu Jingyao and the others were riding in. He knew that Dugu Moyan was definitely not looking at Dugu Jingyao, so it must be the other two girls...
So he asked in a teasing tone: "Why, which girl did you take a fancy to, Brother Dugu?"
Dugu Moyan tried to remain calm and said, "Xinghan, don't talk nonsense. Do you think I'm like you, falling for my little cousin just because we went out for fun once?"
Chu Xinghan responded with a hint of pride: "That's called love at first sight, do you understand?" After that, he went to tie up the horse and no longer paid attention to Dugu Moyan.
Dugu Moyan shook his head, but still hurried to catch up: "Hey, wait for me!"
After breathing in the fresh air, Shen Zhenzhu turned around and looked at Dugu Jingyao and Murong Linzhi who had just gotten off the car and said, "The air here is really fresh!"
Murong Linzhi also nodded and agreed, "Yes, not only is the air here good, the scenery is even more beautiful."
Dugu Jingyao said to the two of them, "Of course, I can't bring you here otherwise! Let's go and meet up with them." The two of them naturally agreed happily.
On the way, Shen Zhenzhu asked Dugu Jingyao: "Jingyao, can we ride horses here?"
Dugu Jingyao nodded: "Of course, do you want to ride a horse?"
Shen Zhenzhu nodded in affirmation.
Dugu Jingyao asked again: "Have you ridden one before?"
Shen Zhenzhu shook her head. "No, my father and mother thought it was dangerous. Plus, my father was a civil servant, so there was no chance for me to ride, and no one could tell me to. As for riding, I only secretly followed Lin Zhi and Second Brother An out to try twice. But it's been a while, so I'm not used to it anymore."
Dugu Jingyao understood the situation and said, "That's easy. So many people here can ride horses. I can just find someone who's good at riding to teach you. But to be honest, although I can ride, I've never taught anyone else. And I think for safety reasons, either my cousin or the Chu brothers should help you hold the horse!"
Shen Zhenzhu asked hesitantly, "Is this appropriate?"
Dugu Jingyao, on the other hand, looked nonchalant. After all, she wanted to bring Shen Zhenzhu and her cousin together, so wasn't this a good opportunity? So Dugu Jingyao added, "What's inappropriate about this? I'm not teaching you step by step. I'm just helping you lead the horse so you can get a feel for it. I'll go ask for you!"
So Dugu Jingyao quickened her pace and even trotted over to Dugu Moyan and the others. "Cousin, Xinghan, Xingchen, and Zhenzhu want to ride a horse, but she's not very skilled. Is there anyone who can help her hold the horse?"
Chu Xinghan spoke first: "I can't do it, don't look at me, I only hold the horse for Yue'er!"
Chu Xingchen continued, "I... don't think I can do it either. My own skills are just average. Or maybe Brother Dugu would be the best. He's been on the battlefield, has good horsemanship, and is physically strong."
Dugu Moyan didn't even have time to speak before the Chu brothers pushed him out. However, this was exactly what Dugu Jingyao wanted, so she looked at Dugu Moyan expectantly. In the end, Dugu Moyan didn't refute it and accepted it.
At this time, Shen Zhenzhu and Murong Linzhi also came over. They first bowed and greeted the few people, and the few people also returned the greetings.
Then Dugu Jingyao said, "I have found a trainer for you. My cousin is the best. He is an excellent rider and would be the perfect fit."
Shen Zhenzhu bowed her head slightly and said, "Then I'll have to trouble Master Dugu."
Dugu Moyan waved his hand and said, "It's okay. You are Yao'er's friend. This is just a small favor. Do you want to ride now? Or wait a while."
Shen Zhenzhu thought for a moment and asked, "Can I ride now?" Then she looked at Dugu Jingyao with an inquiring look.
Dugu Jingyao nodded and said, "Of course you can. Just let go when you're out having fun."
Upon hearing this, Dugu Moyan quietly untied the horse, led it over and said, "Then Miss Shen, come over and get familiar with the horse first!" Shen Zhenzhu walked quickly to the front of the horse.
Dugu Moyan introduced: "This horse is called Zhuifeng. My uncle gave it to me when I first went to the battlefield. But don't worry, it is still very obedient. You can touch it."
Upon hearing this, Shen Zhenzhu cautiously extended her hand towards Zhuifeng. Perhaps it was the first time it saw Shen Zhenzhu, and it was a little shy, so it almost kicked, which scared Shen Zhenzhu.
Dugu Moyan said to Zhuifeng, "Be good, Zhuifeng, this is my friend, you have to listen to me." Then he said to Shen Zhenzhu, "Miss Shen, you can try again."
Zhuifeng seemed to understand, and sure enough, when Shen Zhenzhu touched it again, it did not react as violently as before.
Everyone understood what he meant, and Dugu Jingyao said, "Then cousin, I'll leave the pearl to you. Let's go sit over there first."
Dugu Moyan nodded slightly, and then the few of them went in the direction where Shi Jian and the others had spread out the blankets.
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