In an instant, the originally quiet village became as lively as a pot of boiling water that was instantly ignited.
Villagers poured out of their houses and gathered on the main road of the village.
They all had expressions of surprise on their faces, whispering to each other and talking about it.
After settling down in Sujia Village, they were lucky enough to be exempted from taxes in the first year because of their refugee status. At that time, everyone was full of worries, fearing that the heavy taxes would become a huge mountain weighing on their lives in the future.
I thought I would have to start paying taxes this year, but I didn't expect the new emperor's ascension to the throne would bring such an unexpected surprise. This is undoubtedly a blessing like a timely rain after a long drought.
The children ran and played happily in the crowd, while the adults cried with joy.
For these simple and honest people, their life desires are very simple. As long as they can have enough food to fill their stomachs and allow their families to survive and reproduce, they will be satisfied.
As for which emperor sits on the throne, what his surname is, and what kind of legendary experiences and grand ambitions he has, they don't care.
In their simple and honest hearts, if the emperor can implement benevolent policies and reduce or even exempt their taxes, then he is a truly good emperor, worthy of their gratitude and cheers. They pray that the country under his rule will be long-lasting and peaceful, with good weather and good harvests, so that they can live a stable life on this land, no longer suffering from the pain of displacement and no longer worrying about food and clothing.
Five days later, the festive atmosphere of New Year's Eve, like the rich aroma of wine, permeated every inch of Sujia Village.
Three years passed by in the blink of an eye. The Su family had taken deeper roots in this land and had added two new young and lovely faces. The family was thriving, like a thriving tree with more and more luxuriant branches and leaves.
As night falls, the candlelight flickers in the house, filling it with warmth.
Yao Qingshuang was wearing a brand new dark purple brocade dress, her hair was neatly tied up and pinned with a warm jade hairpin, and she exuded dignity and elegance.
She picked up a glass filled with fine wine and raised it first. The crisp clink of glasses sounded like a prelude to the New Year. She smiled, her eyes gently sweeping over each family member sitting together. Her voice was crisp and firm: "Happy New Year to everyone! May the new year bring good health and prosperity to your family."
Seeing this, Su Wencheng stood up suddenly. His posture was as straight as a pine tree, and his heroic spirit could not be concealed even in his blue shirt.
He raised his glass with both hands, and his voice was loud and powerful, like the sound of a huge bell, echoing throughout the house: "I hope the new year will be prosperous and prosperous."
Su Wenjun was not to be outdone. He slowly stood up, his gaze determined as he looked forward, and said aloud, "May all my encounters be good times, peaceful years, and abundant blessings."
Su Wenfei stood up gracefully. She was wearing a pink silk dress with delicate plum blossom patterns embroidered on the hem, which made her look even more gentle and charming.
She bowed slightly and said slowly, "May everyone be happy every year and everything go well."
After she finished speaking, she took a sip of wine and when she sat down, a strand of hair in front of her forehead slid down gently, adding a touch of delicate charm.
The children listened to the adults' speeches with a vague understanding, and were deeply moved by the lively, festive and ritualistic atmosphere, and began to babble and learn to speak.
Su Mingfan sat on the chair, his little body trying to stand straight, his chubby little hands tightly grasping the cup in front of him, and he shouted in a baby voice, "I want lots of delicious food!"
That naive look caused everyone to burst into laughter.
The laughter seemed to break through the roof and float into the starry night sky.
At this moment, the house is filled with warmth and laughter interweaves into a beautiful melody.
Outside the window, fireworks bloomed brilliantly in the night sky, like flowers scattered by fairies, like falling stars, illuminating the entire Sujia Village as if it were daytime.
The colorful light, shining with hope and joy, seems to be a beautiful foreshadowing of the Su family's future. It also symbolizes that in the new year, hope and happiness will bloom like flowers in every corner of this big family, never withering and everlasting.
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