In the golden autumn of October, the air is filled with the fragrance of osmanthus.
Unbeknownst to them, Zhang Shaozhong and the two transmigrated big shots had been living in this world for quite some time.
As National Day approaches, bright red five-star flags are being hung in streets and alleys, creating a festive and peaceful atmosphere.
"Hey kid, why are there so many red flags and lanterns outside all of a sudden? Is it some big festival?"
Looking out the window at the national flags and red lanterns hanging in the community, Ye Meier asked curiously.
Ling Qingxue also cast an inquiring glance at her. Although she was well-read, she was not very familiar with modern holidays in this world.
Zhang Shaozhong then realized, slapping his forehead: "That's right! National Day is coming soon! It's one of the most important holidays here! Celebrating the nation's birthday!"
"National Birthday?"
Ling Qingxue seemed to be deep in thought, "Is this the celebration of the 'dynasty' of this world?"
"Uh... that's roughly the idea, but not exactly the same."
Zhang Shaozhong scratched his head, trying to explain in a way they could understand, “It’s more like a… huge ceremony that unites the thoughts of hundreds of millions of people to celebrate the prosperity of the ethnic group!”
He enthusiastically suggested, "This National Day, let's not stay home! I'll take you to experience the real festive atmosphere! We'll watch the flag-raising ceremony, stroll through the market, and even watch fireworks at night!"
Upon hearing about the exciting event, Ye Meier immediately perked up: "Raising the national flag? Fireworks? Sounds interesting! Let's go! We have to go!"
Ling Qingxue was also a little curious about the ceremony that "gathered the thoughts of hundreds of millions of people," and nodded slightly in agreement.
Our first stop is watching the flag-raising ceremony!
To secure a good spot, Zhang Shaozhong arrived at four in the morning.
They dragged the two sleepy-eyed big shots (mainly Ye Meier) out of bed and headed straight for the city center square.
Even at this time, tens of thousands of people who had come from all over the country had gathered in the square, and everyone's face was filled with excitement and pride.
As dawn broke and the national flag guard marched with firm and powerful steps, escorting the five-star red flag to the square, the entire square instantly fell silent.
Looking at the neat and imposing formation, Ling Qingxue's cool eyes flashed with a hint of surprise: "Such military bearing, strict discipline, and vigorous spirit are not inferior to some of the elite Dao soldiers in our realm."
As the stirring national anthem played and the five-star red flag rose slowly with the morning sun, tens of thousands of people sang the national anthem in unison. That powerful and pure spiritual force, that deepest love and pride for their country, swept across the entire square like an invisible torrent!
At this moment, both Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier felt a strong shock!
Ling Qingxue closed her eyes, carefully sensing the vast and pure "thoughts of all living beings," and sighed softly, "The will of all living beings can be so concentrated and pure? There is no impurity of incense, no prayer of faith, only sincere love and protection... The spirit of mortals in this world should not be underestimated."
She discovered that this power, though different from spiritual energy, was equally powerful and sacred.
Ye Meier also put away her usual playfulness, her expression somewhat complicated.
As a witch, she is more acutely aware of emotions and energies.
This massive, positive, and united spiritual torrent made her instinctively feel somewhat uncomfortable, yet she couldn't help but be moved by it.
"Damn... so many people working together... it's a little scary..."
She muttered something under her breath.
Looking at the two silent leaders beside him and the exciting scene around him, Zhang Shaozhong felt a surge of national pride.
Second stop: the market.
By the time we finished watching the flag-raising ceremony, it was already broad daylight.
Zhang Shaozhong then took them to a large National Day-themed market nearby.
The place was bustling with activity and filled with lively chatter.
A wide variety of traditional handicrafts, local snacks, and cultural and creative products are on display.
Ye Meier instantly switched to "shopping spree" mode, curious about everything.
"This sugar painting is beautiful! I'd like one!"
Wow! This clay figure is so lifelike! Make me a really imposing one!
"What's this? Fried scorpions? That's exciting! I'll try some!"
Holding a sugar painting in one hand and a fried skewer in the other, she ate with great relish, completely immersed in worldly pleasures.
Ling Qingxue was more interested in the stalls showcasing traditional crafts, such as paper cutting, shadow puppetry, and embroidery. She lingered for a long time in front of a stall that made traditional sachets and even bought an elegant herbal sachet.
Zhang Shaozhong followed behind her, watching her carefully selecting a sachet. He suddenly felt that this ethereal fairy, who seemed untouched by worldly affairs, was gradually being influenced by the realities of life.
The grand finale: the National Day fireworks display.
That evening, they went up to the rooftop of a nearby high-rise building, which they had booked in advance. The view from there was expansive and overlooked the entire city.
As night fell completely, the first enormous, golden-red firework burst open in the city sky, like a giant peony illuminating the night. Ye Meier couldn't help but exclaim "Wow!"
Immediately afterwards, countless dazzling fireworks rose into the sky, turning the night sky as bright as day, colorful and varied in shape, like a symphony of light!
"Although this kind of 'fire tree and silver flower' has no spiritual energy fluctuations, its brilliance is no less than that of some low-level illusion festivals."
Ling Qingxue looked up at the sky, her eyes lit up by the colors of the fireworks, and commented softly.
This beautiful scenery, created purely by human wisdom and craftsmanship, amazed her once again.
Night Enchantress pointed excitedly at the sky, shouting, "Look! That looks like a chrysanthemum! That looks like a waterfall! Oh my! That one even changes color! Kids, you guys really know how to celebrate festivals!"
Looking at the two bigwigs beside him, who were stunned by the fireworks, Zhang Shaozhong felt a sense of accomplishment. He pointed to the clearly outlined buildings in the distance and said to them, "Look, this city, this country, was built bit by bit by countless ordinary people with their wisdom and sweat. We have no magic or supernatural powers, but we can still create miracles."
Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier followed his finger and looked at the brightly lit, endless city, remaining silent for a moment.
Ling Qingxue said softly, "The power of all living beings, even when gathered together, can transform the world. The way of this world is different, which makes people think deeply."
Even Ye Meier, unusually, didn't argue, and clicked her tongue: "Tsk, looking at it this way, these mortals... are pretty awesome!"
This National Day experience gave Ling Qingxue and Ye Meier a deeper and more complex understanding of this "mortal world" that they had once looked down upon.
There are no powerful beings here who can move mountains and overturn seas, no immortals who can live forever, but the people here, in their own way, have created a magnificent civilization and a home worth protecting.
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