In this ancient environment, under relatively harsh medical conditions, the average life expectancy of a person was greatly discounted.

Like the old lady of Yang Chenglian’s family, Ning, who can live to the age of 80...

In the entire circle of nobles in the capital, all three or two slaps were counted.

In addition, their family has a good status today, so the old lady's 80th birthday was expected to be held, and she sent invitations to each company half a month ago.

It's the end of June in a blink of an eye.

Gu Zhan knew that Qi Huan was afraid of heat and almost stayed away during this period. So when the sun had already set in the west that afternoon, he came to pick her up and said that he had rented a pleasure boat on Wangxian Lake and took her out for a trip to relax.

Since they got engaged, Yang also knew that she could not control her daughter and was too lazy to restrict them.

On a hot day, Qi Huan was too lazy to dress up too much. Relying on the convenience of night tours, he just perfunctorily packed up his hair and changed his clothes and went out.

She didn't go out for a while, and the two little girls were also very nervous at home. This time, Gu Zhan took her out for fun alone. The occasion was not sensitive, so Qi Huan simply took Xingluo, Yun Xi, two second-class maids, Mu Xiang and Mu Lan, together to bring them out to let the news.

Before leaving, he instructed Mrs. Zheng to take good care of his home.

Mother Zheng looked at the group of excited chattering little girls and smiled and angrily said, "Miss loves you, don't act wild when you go out. They are more regular, don't lose face to the lady in the future."

Yun Xi is a big-hearted person, and the smiling leader agreed casually.

Because he came to take Qi Huan out, Gu Zhan didn't go into the backyard today and just waited in the small garden in the front yard.

He heard the little girl laughing excitedly from afar. He followed the sound and looked at Qi Huan's outfit. Without saying anything, he held her hand and led her out with a smile.

Qi Huan didn't hide, but just asked him strangely: "Why did you suddenly remember to take me out for fun?"

"I originally wanted to find you in a few days, but I got an errand for a while, which can't be returned for one or two months. I thought I'd take you out for a trip before leaving Beijing." Gu Zhan explained.

It has been half a year since he returned to Beijing in early February.

The external explanation was that the northwest border was temporarily stable, and the emperor allowed him to return to Beijing to visit his relatives for rest. Because he still had to go back to the army at any time, the court did not arrange errands for him.

However, the emperor and the prince trusted him and depended on him occasionally. They also arrested strong men and used them if they had any questions.

But those are usually temporary errands and they end soon.

Qi Huan's heart skipped a little, and she couldn't help but turn her head to look at him: "Are you... going back to the Northwest Army?"

Gu Zhan looked sideways, met her gaze, and then smiled.

He teased and said, "Why, you can't bear to leave me?"

Qi Huan did not admit it or deny it.

The border war is not accurate. Some wars are fast and can be calmed down after a month. Sometimes the situation is in a stalemate and it is possible to drag it out for a year or two or even longer.

Gu Zhan is in the capital, although they don’t meet every day...

Qi Huan was just an overly clingy person, but at this moment, she thought that Gu Zhan might be stuck by the war as soon as he left and would not meet again for a long time. She suddenly felt a little empty in her heart, neither had any confidence nor could she bear it.

She doesn't speak, and it's equivalent to default.

Gu Zhan's eyebrows and eyes softened more and he no longer teased her.

He touched her hair with his other hand: "I'm kidding to you. Isn't there a flood in the south? Two states have suffered disasters, so I want to accompany the prince to provide disaster relief. While the discovery was early, there was no big casualties or losses. If the handling went smoothly, I would go over and take a walk and arrange disaster relief matters and come back. But if the rainy season in the south continues, it will be delayed for a long time."

There is indeed a lot of rain in the south this year. Gu Zhan asked someone to go to Yunzhou to inquire about the news for her, but the trip was delayed because of the heavy rain.

Knowing that Gu Zhan was not going back to the army, Qi Huan did not feel any relief.

Instead, she said something about her heart tense: "The weather is hot in summer. Usually after floods, if there are livestock or people who die on a large scale, if the body is not handled in time or inappropriate enough, it is easy to cause plague. You must be careful."

The imperial court has a set of experiences that have been explored through many years of practice. Qi Huan is an ordinary person. He believes that he does not have the ability and awareness to be a savior, and does not want to exaggerate such things in one fell swoop. However, once the epidemic breaks out, it is a matter of life and death. I can't help but remind Gu Zhan.

Gu Zhan said: "I know this, to be safe. I suggest that the prince bring more imperial physicians and medical officers to take precautions."

Qi Huan suddenly thought that once he was on the battlefield, he would deal with dead people in some seasons. The two armies would not specifically carry out autumn and winter to fight. There were many people who died in the battlefield in summer, and the bodies were not too late to be buried, which also caused plagues. So Gu Zhan should indeed be more experienced and clearer than her.

She is neither a medical student nor has special medicines to prevent and treat epidemics, so she automatically terminated the topic and no longer existed on it.

Gu Zhan prepared a carriage to pick her up, but Qi Huan felt that it was hot and he didn't want to ride a carriage, so he asked the people in his horse's house to pull out her mount and stuff a few little girls into the carriage. She followed Gu Zhan to ride a horse.

Because they were not in a hurry, the two of them chatted all the way and didn't walk fast.

When I arrived at the shore of Wangxian Lake, it was already the time when the lights were on.

The place where they dismounted this time was different from where Qin Song had made an appointment with her last time. This place should be a pier for renting a pleasure boat. Many large and small pleasure boats and boats used by ordinary people to sell food on the lake along the embankment.

On the other side of the coast, there is a hustle and bustle of fireworks, extremely lively.

There are various shops on the street, and there are a wide variety of small stalls in front of the shops. Most of them sell various special snacks, and some sell handicrafts or other things.

"It will be more lively after nightfall." Gu Zhan looked around with interest and said, "But there are many people on the street, and it's boring to squeeze in. We won't be able to go shopping today. I booked a seat in the restaurant in front. We had a meal first, and then we went to the pleasure boat. The view on the water is wider and we can see the street view on the other side."

There was wind on the lake, and it was relatively cooler when the sun set.

However, Qi Huan really doesn’t like the atmosphere of summer travel. There are many people on the streets and crowded with sweat and smells of smell, which is not considered enjoyment.

She took out a corner of silver from her purse and handed it to Xingluo: "It's rare to come out. You don't have to follow me anymore. Go to the street to go shopping and play casually, eat whatever you like."

Yun Xi was heartless, and she cheered with Mu Xiang: "Thank you, Miss."

Although Xingluo felt that it was wrong to neglect his duties, Qi Huan gave the order and in front of Gu Zhan, it was difficult for her to refute.

Qi Huan followed Gu Zhan, and there was definitely no danger. She was a little girl and couldn't help it, so she responded with the flow: "Okay, I will take care of them, please rest assured."

Qi Huan looked around and reminded: "If you want to take a pleasure boat to visit the lake, you will definitely come back within an hour and will be in harmony here."

None of the little girls have ever sat on the pleasure boat, so they will not miss this opportunity.

Yun Xi and the other two rushed up and walked away with Xingluo: "Hurry up, hurry up, don't leave... I won't be able to come back then."

A group of young and beautiful little girls are full of vitality when playing.

Qi Huan watched them squeeze into the crowd with a smile, gradually moving away, and then he retracted his gaze and asked Gu Zhan: "Did you just call me out by myself today?"

Gu Zhan led her to the restaurant not far ahead: "I also made an appointment with my cousin and cousin from the Gao family. Gao Yunze volunteered to go south with us to experience this errand... The Chinese Valentine's Day is coming soon, and her sister is so fussy, so I'll call them by the way today."

Qi Huan has never been a person with a sense of ritual. If he didn't mention it, she almost ignored the Chinese Valentine's Day.

"Huh?" Qi Huan understood it and blinked at him: "So you brought me out today to find remedies for the Chinese Valentine's Day, right?"

Gu Zhan does not deny it.

He said: "You are not lively yet. I will leave Beijing when I look back, just so you can save you from coming out again."

If Gu Zhan was not in the capital, although he had long heard that the temple fairs on major festivals in the capital would be very lively...

On this hot day, Qi Huan was really not interested.

She pursed her lips and chuckled softly: "Yes."

But it did not expose Gu Zhan's selfishness.

On the Chinese Valentine's Day, the young men and daughters of all families will take the opportunity to join in the streets to find their marriage. Not to mention whether Gu Zhan is targeting anyone, he always thinks of his mind.

If he is there, he will naturally take Qi Huan to show his love. Since he is not here, he will definitely not want her to show up in public.

Gu Zhan booked a private room on the second floor of the restaurant.

Before the Gao brother and sister arrived, they sat down and ordered the dishes first.

When Gao Yunze and the others came, Gu Zhan took out a post from his sleeve and handed it to Qi Huan.

"What is it?" Qi Huan answered suspiciously in his hand, but suddenly found that it was an invitation given to Gu Zhan by the Right Censor's Office.

In an accident, Qi Huan instinctively took a breath: "Did they just post to you?"

Gu Zhan poured two cups of tea and pushed one in front of her.

He nodded: "Well, I received it the day before yesterday. But I have been busy discussing disaster relief with the prince these days, and I went to find you immediately without taking care of it."

Qi Huan held the gold-shot and very grand post in his hand for a long time.

After that, she looked up at Gu Zhan again and teased, "What should I do? They are so generous, but I still want to be a villain. I can't help but suspect that they are trying to confuse the public with this move that they want to cover up.

Gu Zhan looked a little worried: "So, are you still going to go?"

If he was in the capital, then this post would be a timely help, so he would naturally take Qi Huan with him personally.

But now it’s unfortunate that he is going to leave Beijing for a job recently.

Let Qi Huan explore the tiger's den alone...

In fact, he didn't want her to go in selfishness.

Qi Huan understood his concerns and thoughts, then lowered his smile in his eyes, softened his tone and took the initiative to discuss with him: "I missed this opportunity. I don't know when I will have to wait next time, and I'm just curious and want to go over and take a look first without causing trouble."

If Gu Zhan is a little more selfish, he will not mention this matter and leave.

But just because I know Qi Huan wants to go-

Rather than asking her to make things difficult for her after he left Beijing, he would rather do it himself before leaving Beijing and arrange everything he could for her.

"You promise to just go over and take a look?" His face was deliberately stern, and he confirmed again without much pleasure.

Qi Huan nodded like pounding garlic, and immediately raised his finger and sweared: "I swear I'll take a look."

Seeing her serious appearance, Gu Zhan couldn't help but bend the corners of her lips, but he pretended to be serious and turned his eyes away: "Then you just take the post and go in my name."

With his permission, Qi Huan then put the post in his sleeve bag as if he were treasured.
To be continued...