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On the sixteenth day of the first lunar month, Kaifeng was illuminated by dazzling lanterns and blazing torches, every corner ablaze with light. A riot of colors of flowers vied for attention, their beauty complementing the vibrant lights and creating a breathtaking panorama. On this day, the emperor would grant special favors, pardoning some criminals to demonstrate his boundless grace. After the emperor returned to the palace, the luxurious carriages of wealthy families would file out one after another, heading south to visit and enjoy the scenery at Xiangguo Temple.

As an important gathering place for people from all over Kaifeng to conduct business, Xiangguo Temple became a veritable carnival for the common people every year on the sixteenth day of the first lunar month. The corridors on both sides of the main hall were adorned with exquisitely crafted lanterns inscribed with beautiful and moving verses such as "The Milky Way seems to descend from the azure sky, the moonlight shines like water on the pavilions." These lanterns, mostly made of delicate, openwork wooden plaques, were not only uniquely shaped and highly ornamental, but also, to some extent, fully demonstrated the unique cultural characteristics of the Song Dynasty—full of poetry and artistic atmosphere, truly a "literary" dynasty.

Meanwhile, the famous commercial street of Ma Xing Street in the capital was also bustling with activity. The various incense and medicine shops, teahouses, and restaurants here had all come up with ingenious and unique lantern designs to attract young women and wives to shop. These ingeniously crafted lanterns came in all shapes and sizes; some resembled blooming flowers, delicate and beautiful; others were shaped like adorable animals, lifelike; and still others resembled celestial palaces from mythology, breathtakingly beautiful. They emitted a mesmerizing glow, adorning the entire street in a dreamlike and enchanting way, making it a place visitors lingered in.

In the bustling capital city, every city gate was adorned with meticulously constructed official music pavilions. The melodious and enchanting music seemed to pierce the clouds, lingering in people's hearts. Moreover, even in areas without music pavilions, small and exquisite shadow puppet shows were cleverly arranged. Don't underestimate these seemingly insignificant pavilions; they actually served a great purpose!

As night falls, especially on the fifteenth and sixteenth of the lunar month when grand lantern festivals are held, the entire capital city transforms into a sea of ​​joy. People can revel all night long, enjoying this rare and wonderful time. At this time, the streets and alleys of Kaifeng are teeming with people, shoulder to shoulder. Looking around, one can see fine horses galloping past like the wind, attracting everyone's attention; pedestrians throng to and fro, creating a lively and bustling scene. It can truly be described as "ten thousand households and a thousand doors, the sounds of music never ceasing!" The rising and falling laughter and the endless sounds of string and wind instruments intertwine to create a vibrant and prosperous picture.

Jin Shuai experienced his first New Year full of lively celebrations in the Northern Song Dynasty, which made him very happy. This kind of experience is no longer possible in modern society. Although technology has advanced, the flavor of the New Year has become increasingly faint. Only some of the New Year atmosphere from his childhood in the 80s remains.

After the lively and festive New Year celebrations, Jin Shuai began preparing to choose a suitable day to depart for the border. That morning, sunlight bathed the drill ground in a soft golden glow. After a hearty breakfast, Jin Shuai strode steadily to the drill ground. His sharp gaze swept across the surroundings, carefully checking that all preparations were complete.

Not long after, a messenger hurriedly arrived with a slingshot. Upon seeing the slingshot, Jin Shuai frowned, thinking to himself, "Could something have gone wrong? Could something strange have happened?"