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On the night of Mid-Autumn Festival, the moon is high in the sky.

Everyone finished bathing early, changed into neat and clean clothes, and sat together, looking forward to the start of the moon worship ceremony.

The moon is the essence of the moon, hanging high in the vast night sky, quietly overlooking all things in the world, and in charge of many affairs in the world. Therefore, during the Mid-Autumn Festival, people will spontaneously worship the moon.

This is done to express reverence and admiration for the Moon Goddess, hoping that through this solemn ceremony, the Moon Goddess will protect the whole family from peace and health, away from disasters and illnesses; and that everything in life will go smoothly and without worries, whether seeking wealth or employment, or getting married, all will be successful and the days will become more and more harmonious.

Cheng Yuntao directed the arrangements in an orderly manner, setting up an altar in the courtyard facing the direction of the rising moon, hanging moonlight paper high, and placing moon cakes, libation wine, lotus-shaped serrated watermelons and other seasonal fruits on it, as well as an incense burner and three wine glasses.

According to tradition, the Lunar New Year celebrations were supposed to be led by a female elder. However, looking back, Cheng Yuntao single-handedly oversaw everything, from the initial completion of the new stove to the subsequent purchase of a new house. Zhou Xiufang trusted her with such meticulousness and thoroughness that she entrusted her with the important tasks of the Lunar New Year celebrations.

Cheng Yuntao looked solemn, holding the sacrificial text in both hands. His voice was clear and firm as he led the others in recitation: "It is Mid-Autumn Festival, a prosperous year. The moon is as bright as water, illuminating the world. Now we gather here, in awe, to offer sacrifices to the Moon Goddess."

"The moon's brilliance benefits all things, nourishes the earth, and protects all living beings. I wish that my relatives will be healthy and free from disasters and enjoy long life year after year. The old will enjoy family life, the young will succeed in their studies, the strong will have a smooth career, and the young will thrive. The family will be harmonious, everything will be successful, and the scene of reunion will last year after year. I hope that the Moon God will have mercy on us, grant our prayers, protect us, and bless us always." Every word is filled with awe for the Moon God and wishes for a better life.

After the recitation, everyone faced the bright moon, slowly knelt on the ground, and performed the kneeling ceremony.

Cheng Yuntao was the first to bend over, touching the ground with his forehead in a pious gesture. The younger children followed suit, kowtowed in a serious and proper manner.

After the sacrifice and worship were over, Cheng Yuntao picked up the moonlight paper and put it into the brazier. As the flames jumped, the moonlight paper gradually turned into ashes in the firelight, floating towards the Moon Palace with everyone's good wishes.

After that, it is time to share the mooncakes and fruits. Everyone takes a small bite first to ask for good luck.

At this moment, Xu Ranyuan suddenly approached Cheng Yuntao mysteriously, with an unconcealable smile on his face, and whispered, "Miss Yuntao, I have good news to tell you. Guess what it is."

Cheng Yuntao frowned slightly, her eyes full of confusion. After thinking seriously for a while, she guessed, "You've successfully treated many patients recently, and they're sending gifts to your home under the pretext of the holidays to thank you?"

After hearing this, Xu Ranyuan smiled and shook his head: "No, guess again."

Cheng Yuntao tilted her head and thought for a moment: "Or maybe you've recently developed some magical pills that you plan to give away to everyone?"

Xu Ranyuan still smiled and denied, "It's still not right."

Cheng Yuntao was a little distressed and couldn't think of anything for a moment. Jiang Yu was watching from the side. He reached out and poked Xu Ranyuan's back with a little displeasure, and gave him a wink, signaling him to stop keeping her in suspense.

Xu Ranyuan finally stopped laughing and gestured to Shen Shulan who was standing beside him, "Miss Shen, please come closer."

Cheng Yuntao followed his gaze, and the moment she saw Shen Shulan, a light bulb went off in her head. Her eyes suddenly widened, and she said in surprise, "Could it be that Sister Shen's face has been cured?!"

"Who am I? I am a well-known miracle doctor in the world. This little thing is certainly not difficult for me." Xu Ranyuan stood aside with his hands crossed in front of his chest, and raised his head proudly.

As he finished speaking, Shen Shulan raised her hand and took off her veil, revealing a perfect face with skin as white as jade and delicate features.

"Wow - Sister Shen is so beautiful!" The children standing on the side couldn't help but exclaim.

Facing everyone's gazes and praises, Shen Shulan seemed a little embarrassed. She turned slightly to avoid everyone's fiery gazes.

Cheng Yuntao's eyes were red with excitement. She rushed over without hesitation and hugged Shen Shulan tightly, her voice trembling slightly, "That's great, it's really cured!" Before, Shen Shulan's injury had been treated by Xu Ranyuan alone. Cheng Yuntao was not aware of the specific progress, and she did not expect such a big surprise today.

"Yes, it's really cured." Shen Shulan raised his hand and patted Cheng Yuntao's back, trying to calm her excited emotions.

Cheng Yuntao let go of Shen Shulan, her expression suddenly becoming a little nervous. She turned to look at Xu Ranyuan and asked anxiously, "What about Sister Shen's health? Is she well?"

Xu Ranyuan nodded confidently, "Of course."

Cheng Yuntao was even happier. She clapped her hands and said excitedly, "Today is a holiday, and I've received this good news. It's a double blessing!"

Shen Shulan stood aside and expressed his gratitude from the bottom of his heart: "If it weren't for Yun Tao's persistence and help, I'm afraid I would have no chance of recovery."

Cheng Yuntao quickly waved her hands: "Sister Shen, why are you being so polite to me?"

After saying that, she looked at everyone and greeted them warmly, "We have to go out to the Lantern Festival later, so don't waste time and go in and have dinner!"

"Okay! Let's eat!"

Everyone responded in unison, laughing and walking towards the dining room.

At this moment, an exquisitely decorated carriage was parked outside the courtyard wall. Mu Qingfeng, dressed in a neat suit, stood upright beside the carriage. He looked at the carriage from time to time, hesitating whether to speak.

Inside the carriage, Ji Yanchuan, dressed in gorgeous clothes, leaned lazily on the cushions, quietly listening to the laughter coming from the courtyard. The lively sounds seemed particularly far away in his ears.

His eyes fell on the mooncakes in the box beside him, which were delivered to Ji Mansion by Cheng Yuntao yesterday.

Ji Yanchuan picked up a mooncake and took a bite.

The brocade curtain suddenly lifted halfway, letting in a halo of light filled with floating dust. Mu Qingfeng could only be heard whispering, "Master, what should we do now?"

Ji Yanchuan lowered his eyes to look at the waning moon in his hand, a barely perceptible sense of loss flashed across his face. After putting the bitten mooncake back into the box, he said, "Qingfeng, let's go."

When Mu Qingfeng heard the order, he nodded slightly and replied "yes". Then he got on the carriage neatly and waved the whip in his hand.

With a light shout of "Gee", the horse stepped forward, the wheels rolled on the cobblestone road, making a dull sound, and gradually disappeared at the entrance of the alley.