Seeing Lin Xiaoxiao's rosy complexion, Bai Hehua couldn't help but smile.
"Xiaoxiao, how did you sleep last night? Come over for some sweet tea once you're all ready."
"This way, the whole year will be sweet and smooth." As Bai Hehua spoke, she poured Lin Xiaoxiao a cup of brown sugar ginger tea.
Lin Xiaoxiao was unaware of this custom, but a cup of ginger tea on a cold morning was quite comforting.
On this day, those who can afford it will wear new clothes and shoes, while those who can't will wear the most presentable outfit from their trunks to visit other people's homes and offer New Year's greetings.
Children, in particular, would gather in groups, showing off their toys and how much candy they had in their pockets. Many adults would also give their children a cloth bag to hold sunflower seeds and candy given to them by others.
As is customary for the Han family, they prepared a lot of candy and several small red envelopes at home. Just after finishing breakfast, they saw several children of different ages coming over to wish them a Happy New Year.
After Bai Hehua gave them some candy and glutinous rice strips, the children left with smiles. Soon after, their friends, having heard the news, brought another group of children to wish them a Happy New Year. The lively atmosphere continued until all the candy and snacks on the table were gone.
The old man was constantly on the phone, receiving calls from many relatives and subordinates who took the opportunity to wish him a Happy New Year. He also mentioned that Han Qiushi was getting married on the second day of the Lunar New Year.
Lin Xiaoxiao, Han Qiushi, and Han Qiulin were listening to the radio, which was filled with lively sounds, creating a wonderful atmosphere for the New Year.
The Han family is, after all, a military and political family, so there would be quite a few guests today. Seeing that the house was full of people, the three children tidied up their things and went to Su Li's place to join in the fun.
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