The earth is covered with white snow, and the world is silent, cold and desolate.
"Crackle, crackle—"
The loud crackling of bamboo ignited the excitement and ushered in the festive New Year's Eve of family reunion.
There are red blessing characters posted on the doors of every household in Daqin. The adults are carefully preparing sumptuous dishes, and they have to be on guard against children who steal food and make trouble from time to time.
"Hiss~ It's so hot!"
"I'll let you eat it secretly. How can it not be hot when it's just out of the pot..."
"Mmmmm...it smells so good and tastes so good. Mom, can I have another croquette?"
"No, brat, get out now and stop making trouble. Mother is busy!"
Lively scenes occurred in every place in Daqin. The previous hunger, cold and despair completely disappeared, and were replaced by laughter and happy reunions.
In Xianyang City, factories and supply and marketing cooperatives were all closed for holidays, and the academy naturally stopped classes as well, allowing students who were far away from their hometowns to return home for the New Year and reunite with their families whom they had not seen for a long time.
Qian Duo, who had just successfully developed soap, was in high spirits and happily packed his bags to go home.
However, when he got home, he was faced with his father who was eager to accuse him and his mother who was hesitant to speak.
"Well, you kid, you still remember to go home, right?"
Qian Dafu's face was filled with rage, and he slammed his palm, which was as big as a palm fan, on the table so hard that water spilled out of the teacup.
Looking at his father's angry expression, Qian Duo was confused. He scratched his head and asked carefully the reason.
"Father, what's wrong?"
"Rebellious son, you're still playing dumb. Weren't you the one who abandoned the family business and ran off to some academy?"
"I went to the academy to study business..."
"Didn't your father teach you those skills? Isn't it because the academy has so many miscellaneous books that you went there? You're just wasting your time!"
Qian Duo felt very aggrieved by his father's indiscriminate accusation. He took out the soap from his bag and began to argue.
"Father, this thing is called soap. My classmates and I developed it. It can remove dirt and stains and cleanse the face and body."
"This is a project commissioned by the Queen. A soap factory will open in the southern suburbs next year."
"I'm not obsessed with pleasure, Father."
After saying some heartfelt words, Qian Duo returned to his room with a depressed look on his face without waiting for Qian Dafu's reply.
The atmosphere became tense for a moment. Qian's mother sighed sadly, turned her gaze to her stunned husband, and whispered some persuasion.
"My dear, Duo'er is no longer a naive child. He has his own ideas. Why rush him to take over the family business?"
"Look, now that Duo'er has developed this soap, she will surely be praised by the Queen."
Qian Dafu looked at the white object, and his son's aggrieved face appeared in his mind, and his eyes were suddenly filled with guilt.
With the mediation of Qian's mother, the father and son finally shook hands and made peace. The family sat at the table, savoring the sumptuous dishes and enjoying the rare reunion.
In order to express his apology, Qian Dafu took the initiative to pick up a piece of food for his son, patted his shoulder and encouraged him loudly.
"You are indeed my son, to be appreciated by the Queen. Come, let me toast you."
"Our Duo'er is really amazing. Mom used that soap and it really cleaned everything!"
"Okay, Dad and Mom, Happy New Year's Eve! I wish you two peace and longevity."
Qian Duo looked at the pride in his parents' faces, and the grudge in his heart was put aside. He happily celebrated New Year's Eve with his family.
On the other side, Wang Jian's whole family gathered around the dining table, toasting each other and the atmosphere was very lively.
Wang Li quietly observed his grandfather's expression, and seeing that he was smiling, he went up to him and begged.
"Grandfather, can you help your grandson move to a new dormitory next year?"
"No! Even though I'm the chief priest of the academy, I can't abuse my authority."
"Grandfather...this isn't about making money..."
Wang Jian stared at his guilty grandson with his sharp eagle eyes, as if he could see through his little thoughts, and he taught him earnestly.
"Li'er, running away is not the solution. The men of my Wang family are all men of steel."
"If you can't defeat the enemy right now, then concentrate on studying martial arts and prepare for battle. During this time, practice hard with your father."
Wang Li had admired his grandfather, who had made great military achievements, since he was a child. Now that he was being reprimanded, he couldn't help but look ashamed, but at the same time, his heart was filled with ambition.
During this period of time, he must improve his martial arts. Then he will beat Ji Yu so badly that he can get rid of the hatred in his heart.
Seeing his grandson cheer up again, Wang Jian nodded with satisfaction, raised his glass and laughed heartily.
"Come on, Ben'er, Li'er, on New Year's Eve, let's have a few more drinks!"
In a large house in Xiaxiang County, Sishui County.
Xiang Yu, Xiang Liang, Xiang An and other close relatives gathered together, eating, drinking, chatting and laughing, but the topic of conversation always revolved around Xiang Yu.
Xiang Liang looked at Xiang Yu, who had become much more mature and steady, and looked very pleased.
"Yu'er, it seems you have learned a lot during your trip to the academy."
"Well, the academy has indeed benefited me a lot."
"That's great."
Today, the Qin Dynasty is at peace and the people are living in peace. Xiang Liang no longer clings to his illusory thoughts and finally lets go of his obsession.
He looked at his nephew's high-spirited face, then looked around at the lively scene, and unconsciously smiled with relief.
Xiang An, who was gnawing on a chicken leg with his face greasy from eating, came over and stared at Xiang Yu with sparkling eyes.
"Brother Yu, what's the academy like? Is it fun?"
Seeing the expectation in the young boy's eyes, Xiang Yu raised his eyebrows and raised the corners of his lips in a wanton arc.
"The academy has many novel things, but there are also annoying people."
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