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Now, after returning home in the same carriage with Leng Qingqiu that day, Jin Yanxi found himself thinking of her more and more. That evening, with the moon shining brightly, he thought to invite her out to admire the moon.
He walked to the back wall of Leng Residence and saw Leng Qingqiu reading by the window. Under the lamplight, her delicate face was illuminated, and he couldn't help but stare in awe.
Leng Qingqiu happened to look up and saw Yanxi. She smiled slightly. Yanxi then beckoned her to come out.
Leng Qingqiu hesitated for a moment, then draped an overcoat over her shoulders and quietly stepped out the door.
The two strolled under the moonlight. Yanxi said, "On such a fine night, we cannot be without wine." He then took out a wine bottle he had prepared earlier from his bosom.
Leng Qingqiu said, "I normally don't drink, but tonight the moon is so bright and clear. I might as well have a small cup."
So the two sat under the willow tree, sipping wine under the moon, discussing poetry and painting, and found themselves very much in accord.
When they were half-drunk, Yanxi said, "Leng Qingqiu, do you know my feelings?" Leng Qingqiu lowered her head and remained silent.
The moonlight was like water, spilling over both of them. The surroundings were silent, with only the chirping of insects to be heard.
Until late at night, Yanxi finally escorted Leng Qingqiu back. He then returned home treading the moonlight, his heart full of joy.