With the twenty-four sounds of the Haotian Bell echoing throughout Chang'an City, the fourth year of Zaiqian quietly came to an end, and the fifth year of Zaiqian unfolded.
「New Year's Eve had arrived.」
"Eldest Son, may your fortune extend to the new day and your longevity be boundless."
"Aunt Song, may your fortune and happiness be renewed and your prosperity and longevity be extended."
In the home of Song Shaoyuan in Jude Square, Li Ang bowed with a smile to wish Aunt Song a happy new year.
Traveling long distances was no light matter in those days. Not long ago, Ji Linglang had mentioned her father, the Yizhou Governor Ji Chi, was to return to Chang'an for his official report. It might lead to his promotion, and he might settle down in Chang'an in the future, having brought the younger generation of his family along this time. Aunt Song took their family carriage to arrive in Chang'an before the New Year.
