As the elder among the group, Madam Ju naturally went in first.
Once inside, everyone was very informal. Those who wanted tea brewed it themselves, and everyone took the initiative to cook lunch.
Even Ye Chuwen wasn't idle.
Sheng Qian and Long Yunting also joined everyone in preparing the New Year's Eve dinner, while Ju Baifeng was in charge of writing couplets.
Zhang Hui followed Madam Ju to cut paper snowflakes, while He Weiguo and the others were responsible for the heavy work. The courtyard was filled with a lively atmosphere, and the scene was cheerful and warm!
Sheng Qian looked up at everyone engrossed in the festive atmosphere, and her smile widened.
They have everything from dumpling makers to noodle makers, and even places that make delicate pastries.
Seeing them each display their skills, Sheng Qian was quite surprised.
I never expected these men to have such skills.
Boys were pampered in this era, and women did most of the work, which is why Sheng Qian seemed a little surprised.
Remembering that Long Yunting also went into the kitchen, Sheng Qian suppressed her surprise.
Long Yunting turned around and looked at Sheng Qian, then suddenly raised his hand and smeared some flour on her fair face.
Sheng Qian was stunned!
"Ting-ge, you've become bad."
As she spoke, Sheng Qian, who was washing vegetables, flicked the water off her fingers onto his face.
Long Yunting raised his hand to block, but some flour ended up on his face. Seeing this, Sheng Qian chuckled and ran off with the washed vegetables.
Long Yunting's lips curled slightly as he continued kneading the dough.
Several tables of delicious dishes were set up in the courtyard, and they enjoyed their New Year's Eve dinner immensely, creating a lively atmosphere.
At this time, the sound of firecrackers could be heard incessantly.
Fireworks shot into the sky. Eating at this time and in this atmosphere was the most enjoyable meal Sheng Qian had had in many years!
As everyone looked up at the fireworks soaring into the sky, Long Yunting, who was serving food to Sheng Qian, turned to the side and kissed her on the lips.
Sheng Qian suddenly turned to look at him.
When their eyes meet, they can see themselves reflected in each other's eyes.
The background is filled with beautiful fireworks!
Sheng Qian smiled, placed her hand under the table, and hooked her hand with his.
Long Yunting's gaze deepened, as if he wanted to devour her immediately.
The gesture of hooking fingers is too ambiguous.
Sheng Qian made several more strokes in his palm before he gripped her tightly, stopping her from moving upwards any further.
Seeing Long Yunting's deepening gaze, Sheng Qian withdrew her hand after her mischievous act and continued eating as if nothing had happened.
Long Yunting lost his appetite, his gaze fixed on her.
Sheng Qian found it all quite amusing.
The New Year's Eve dinner lasted until very late before everyone put down their chopsticks and went outside to watch the fireworks together. They stayed up all night together before leaving.
Sheng Qian, however, seemed tireless as she pulled Long Yunting along for a walk outside.
After a deep kiss by the river, Long Yunting put his arm around her and said, "Let's celebrate the New Year like this every year from now on."
"good!"
She liked the atmosphere.
Thinking that Long Yunting hadn't spent many years at home, she said, "Next year we'll go back to the Long family and spend time with everyone."
"Yes, as you wish."
"Long Yunting, thank you."
Thank you for being there, thank you for your companionship.
Long Yunting lowered his head and kissed the top of her head. "I'm the one who should be thanking you."
Sheng Qian stretched out her arms and hugged his waist tightly, leaning against his chest. "I never thought I would live like this with someone. It was your appearance that made me realize how wonderful it is to have someone else in my life."
Before that, she didn't believe in love.
Or perhaps, at that time, she didn't have the mind or the environment to think about these things.
Long Yunting leaned down and kissed her forehead, his voice hoarse as he said, "Let's go back."
Sheng Qian smiled with her eyes narrowed, looked up at him for a while, then hooked her arm around his neck, stood on tiptoe and kissed him.
Long Yunting's eyes were deep and dark, and he deepened the kiss.
*
The next day.
Sheng Qian woke up to the sound of firecrackers.
On the morning of the first day of the Lunar New Year, some people put up couplets and worshiped the gods, and firecrackers were set off one after another without stopping.
Children from every household ran out to visit each other, offering New Year's greetings and asking for red envelopes!
Sheng Qian's side was now empty. Supporting her slightly sore back, Sheng Qian chuckled and cursed under her breath before washing up and leaving the house.
Long Yunting had already cooked breakfast. When he saw her get up, he quickly came over to help her. Sheng Qian glared at him and slapped his hand away.
Long Yunting knew he had gone a bit too far last night, so he didn't dare to say a word.
"What about them?"
"I sent him away."
It's a rare holiday, so let them relax a bit.
"Brother Ting, you're really something, even using my people now."
"I'm worried they'll bother us."
Long Yunting handed Sheng Qian some warm porridge and said something without batting an eye.
Sheng Qian glared at him, annoyed: "How could they not know if you just dismissed them like that?"
Long Yunting said, "Shall we go out to wish Old Madam Ju and the others a Happy New Year after we finish eating?"
"It's necessary to go," after all, they are elders, so it's a must to make a trip.
Long Yunting asked, "What about the Sheng family and the Fu family?"
"They have their own things to discuss, so it's best not to go there in the next couple of days. It's a rare opportunity for you to relax, so there's no need to run around."
Sheng Qian also felt sorry for Long Yunting.
Long Yunting could tell she was worried about him, and couldn't help but smile. "Let's not go to Old Madam Ju's place today, let's just walk around the neighborhood?"
Sheng Qian thought for a moment and nodded, "Then let's change it to the second day of the Lunar New Year."
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