宛如約   By: Xihuazhuren

"宛如約" by Xihuazhuren is a captivating story that delves into the intricacies of human relationships and the power of fate. The author's writing style is poetic and evocative, painting vivid imagery of the characters and their emotions throughout the book. The plot is filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping readers on the edge of their seats until the very end. The theme of nostalgia and missed opportunities is beautifully woven into the narrative, making the reader reflect on their own past decisions and the paths not taken. Overall, "宛如約" is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will linger in your mind long after you finish the last page.

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　　璧美荊山，蘭看空谷，教人何處垂青目？蛾眉扮做俏書生，誰人不道風流足。 　　鴛侶難求，鸞期莫卜，玉堂怎得金蓮屋。借他柳隱與花迎，方才有個人如玉。 　　右調《踏莎行》 　　話說前朝，浙江處州府麗水縣小蓬萊山中有一地方，叫做列眉村。為何叫作列 眉村？只因這村中四山環繞，秀色聳出，一望有如雙黛，故相傳得名。這列眉村雖 然風景幽異，卻去郡百里，遠在萬山深處，別是一天，人跡罕到，所以知之者少。 村內有一個喬木人家姓趙，聞他祖上在宋朝就有做過宰相的，歷來仕宦不絕，只到 近日，方才都習農桑，將讀書一脈，競無人料理。雖書不讀，卻因山中地廣人稀， 田地甚賤，家家以耕種為事，遂致飽暖者多，饑寒者少。這一村雖然有千餘人家， 趙姓是個大族，到差不多占了一半，故趙姓子孫，最為繁衍。內中有一人，叫作趙 本，娶妻溫氏，二人甚是恩愛。到了三十以外，只不生子。二人著急，各處祈求。 到了三十六上，方生了一個女兒。雖然不是兒子，只因生長艱難，便也歡喜。因替 他起個�... Continue reading book >>