「The following day.」
The deafening crackle of firecrackers had been echoing since the break of dawn, showing no signs of stopping. All the villagers had rushed to Shi Jiu's home early. Attending the banquet was one reason, but their main goal was to curry favor. If they could get a little help for their younger family members, that would be even better.
The Shi Kang family, however, showed no intention of going.
After breakfast, the little girl Shanshan ran off to play by herself. Chen Yang paid it no mind, strolling leisurely with Qin Qiu along the wildflower-lined paths between the fields. Yang Hu, shirtless, was by the side of the kitchen, vigorously chopping firewood. Shi Qinghan was beside him, helping out and filling the air with cheerful laughter and chatter. She was clearly having a wonderful time.
