After Li Er left, Li Zexuan instructed Mo Zhong to wrap things up properly before bringing his wife and sister back home.
As for his father, mother, maternal grandfather, and maternal grandmother, they had already gone back to stay up for the New Year. Tonight, Yunshan had set off fireworks for two hours. The night air was too cold, and they couldn't stand it for so long!
After all, although the fireworks were beautiful, their health was more important!
When they returned home, the whole family was gathered in the main hall, eating snacks and chatting! Since it was the New Year's Eve, the whole family had to gather together. Therefore, they all went to Li Zexuan's courtyard number one.
Li Zexuan was also happy to be lively. He moved a chair and sat next to them. He calmed down and listened to the family talk.
"Haha! I didn't expect this! The New Year's Eve on Yunshan is even more lively than Nanyang! I've lived for so long, and this is the most lively New Year's Eve I've ever had! "
Old Lady Ye said with a smile.
The fireworks tonight added to the fun, and the scene of thousands of people celebrating New Year's Eve made Old Lady Ye feel that it was the New Year's Eve. Until now, the gorgeous fireworks scene still lingered in Old Lady Ye's mind!
Mrs. Li said with a smile, "Mother! Since you like the New Year's Eve here, then don't go back next year! It's not like there's no place to stay here. You and father don't have much to do in the family now. Stay here and let me fulfill my filial piety. Otherwise, Yuzhu will not be at ease for the rest of her life! "
Hearing her sincere words, Old Lady Ye looked at Ye Guozhong hesitantly. It was not a problem to let her stay here, but this matter depended on Ye Guozhong's opinion.
Ye Guozhong frowned and said, "Let me think about this. We'll talk about it after the New Year!"
After saying that, he glanced at Li Zexuan. It was unknown whether he did it intentionally or not.
Li Zexuan was puzzled by his look. He thought to himself, If you want to stay, then stay. How can I say no? What do you mean by looking at me?
In fact, after getting along with Ye Guozhong for such a long time, he didn't have any ill feelings towards Ye Guozhong. Not only that, but he also sometimes admired Ye Guozhong's vision of the big picture.
At this moment, San Bao, Ah Fu, Xiao He, Xiao Xi and the other servants walked over together. It seemed like they had discussed this beforehand. The four of them walked closer and knelt down in front of Li Zexuan. Then, they said, "San Bao (Ah Fu) and Xiao He (Xiao Xi) wish Young Master and Young Mistress good health. We wish Young Master and Young Mistress good health and a young master soon!"
Although the Tang Dynasty did not practice kneeling, it also depended on the time. According to custom, on New Year's Eve, when the time came, the younger generation would have to salute and give their blessings to their elders. The servants would have to kowtow to their masters and say auspicious words to each other. It was probably similar to how modern people wished for good health and safety.
Li Zexuan was stunned for a moment before he came back to his senses. Wasn't this the modern New Year's greeting? However, he didn't expect these people to be so courteous. "Haha! Good! Young Master, I'll give you red packets later! Uh, no, I'll give you bets to win money! "
Once this fellow got excited, he wouldn't be serious. He even pulled out red packets.
"Thank you, Young Master!"
The few of them thanked him joyfully. Then, they began to wish Li Jingmo, Madam Li, Ye Guozhong, and Old Lady Ye a happy new year!
Later, under Han Yuxi's reminder, Li Zexuan brought his wife along and solemnly bowed to the four elders in his family. Although he was not used to this kind of greeting as a modern person, when he thought of how Old Man Li and Madam Li usually doted on him, the knot in his heart faded a lot.
"Husband, you still have to attend the court assembly tomorrow. You don't have to stay up for the New Year. You should rest early!"
After everything was done, Han Yuxi reminded Li Zexuan.
"Xiao Xuan is attending the court assembly tomorrow?"
Ye Guozhong heard and asked curiously.
Han Yuxi nodded and repeated the words that Li Er had said before he left. In the end, she looked at Li Zexuan and the corners of her mouth curled up into a smile.
Ye Guozhong nodded and said, "Yes! Since you're going to attend the court assembly, Xiao Xuan, you should rest early! You don't have to stay up for the New Year! "
Li Zexuan didn't care and said, "It's okay! Grandfather! I can still hold on! Besides, it's just a court assembly. At most, I'll find a corner where no one will notice and secretly sleep for a while! "
Ye Guozhong glared and said angrily, "Nonsense! Tomorrow is the Yuanri court assembly. How important is it? How can you sleep? Stop messing around! Go and rest! "
He wouldn't compromise with Li Zexuan on such a major issue, so his tone couldn't help but reveal a slightly stern and indisputable tone.
Li Jingmo also advised at this time, "Xuan 'er, your grandfather is right! The Yuanri court assembly is no small matter. You'd better go and rest early! "
Seeing that the two "old men" had said so, Li Zexuan could only say unhappily, "Alright then! Mother, grandmother, and wife, I'll go and rest first ~! "
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In the Tang Dynasty, although the court officials had a seven-day "New Year's Eve" holiday, on the Yuanri day, they had to attend the morning court assembly! Uh, that was to enter the palace to pay a New Year's visit to the Emperor.
The court assembly that day was called the Yuanri court assembly. It was considered one of the grandest court assemblies of the year. It could be called the collective New Year's greeting ceremony of the Tang Dynasty's ruling group.
First of all, all the civil and military officials in the capital had to "clock in" on time. They were not allowed to be late! Local officials from all over the country had to come from afar. The surrounding countries had to send people collectively to support them. It was like an international gathering.
In order not to be late, the officials had to wake up early in the morning and bring their servants with torches into the palace. The early morning Chang 'an City was like a fire dragon at dawn. It was a magnificent scene!
Li Zexuan was woken up by his wife and helped to put on his official uniform. After eating some porridge, he rode into Chang 'an City and saw such a magnificent scene!
"Damn! So many people? I don't usually see so many people attending the morning court assembly. "
Seeing the "fire dragon" everywhere on the street, Li Zexuan was a little dumbfounded.
Seeing that his Marquis was like a country bumpkin, Pang Feiji was a little embarrassed. He quickly explained in a low voice, "Marquis, there aren't usually so many officials attending the morning court assembly, but today is the Yuanri court assembly! All the officials in the capital, including those below the fifth rank, and the officials of other states and counties outside Chang 'an City, and even the envoys of the surrounding small countries will attend this court assembly. Of course, there will be more people than before! "
Li Zexuan sucked in a breath of cold air and thought to himself, "Grandfather really didn't lie to me. This Yuanri Court Assembly is really awesome!" But with so many people, wouldn't it be easier for me to fish in troubled waters? By then, wouldn't I be able to sleep whenever I want?
"Hehe! Let's go quickly! Don't be late! "
Thinking of this, Li Zexuan chuckled, then spurred his horse and rushed out.
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