My low-key cultivation of immortality was discovered by the emperor in my diary.

Within the palace.

On New Year's Eve, the lights were dazzling, creating a scene of prosperity and grandeur.

The palace servants moved about busily but in an orderly manner.

The emperor and empress, dressed in magnificent robes, sat high above, their faces beaming with smiles.

The emperor wore a dragon robe, the dragon pattern embroidered with gold thread was so lifelike that it seemed as if it was about to take off at any moment; the empress was surrounded by pearls and jade, and every move she made revealed the gentle demeanor of a mother of the nation.

All around, civil and military officials, dressed in court robes, were arranged according to rank, like stars surrounding the moon, solemn and dignified.

They were either deep in thought or whispering among themselves, all immersed in the joy of bidding farewell to the old year and welcoming the new.

As a melodious ancient bell rang from afar, clear and pleasant, the New Year's Eve banquet in the palace officially began.

The musicians played cheerful tunes, the melodious sounds of string and wind instruments filling the air, while the dancers moved gracefully and lightly, captivating the eye.

The emperor raised his cup, stood up, faced his officials and the distance, and said in a loud voice: "I wish to drink this cup with you all, and pray that our great land will be prosperous and peaceful, with favorable weather and abundant harvests, and that every year may be like this evening!"

Upon hearing this, all the officials rose, raised their cups in response, and shouted in unison, "Long live the Emperor! May our Great Xia Dynasty prosper and enjoy eternal peace!"

The sound waves rolled on, resounding through the sky.

Afterwards, they sat down and chatted happily, raising their glasses and enjoying this rare moment of joy together.

As night deepened, fireworks burst forth atop the palace, their vibrant colors illuminating the entire night sky.

People look up, their hearts filled with beautiful dreams and hopes for the future.

The emperor and empress sat side by side on the high platform, their dragon robes and phoenix crowns complementing each other, exuding extraordinary nobility.

The two spoke softly, discussing the past and the future, their words filled with warmth.

Suddenly, a streak of color flashed across the sky, causing everyone to look up in awe.

Suddenly, a strange light shone in the night sky, and a giant firework "koi" slowly swam out.

It appears to be made of colorful fireworks, with its "scales" shimmering with dazzling light, like a real carp swimming freely in the night sky.

Its swimming trajectory is unpredictable, sometimes soaring straight into the sky, sometimes plunging down, causing everyone to look up and marvel.

The firework koi seemed to come alive; with each sway of its tail, it scattered countless sparks, like a shower of stars, making the night sky even more dazzling and colorful.

The emperor and empress were also deeply attracted by this scene. They looked at each other and smiled, their eyes full of surprise and admiration.

These koi are colorful and their scales shimmer, as if they have gathered all the splendor in the world.

It soars leisurely through the night sky, sometimes tumbling and leaping, sometimes gliding gracefully, each movement accompanied by dazzling fireworks, like a dream.

The entire city was captivated by this sudden and spectacular sight, gazing up at this rare and magnificent spectacle.

Exclamations of admiration rose and fell, and the children cheered with joy, pointing at the fireworks and koi fish in the night sky, their eyes sparkling with excitement and curiosity.

This unexpected spectacle drew gasps of amazement from all the guests, who were captivated by the fireworks and koi fish, forgetting the cups in their hands.

Although no one said the name, everyone knew who made the koi firework.

These dazzling fireworks seem to be her blessing for this prosperous and flourishing era.

The fireworks and koi fish swam in the night sky for a long time before finally turning into starlight and disappearing into the horizon.

That shock, however, was deeply imprinted in everyone's heart.

At the palace banquet, enthusiastic applause and cheers rang out once again, celebrating this unforgettable moment of New Year's Eve.

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Inside the post station.

Ambassadors from various countries also witnessed the scene of fireworks and koi swimming in the sky, and the magnificent fireworks seemed to bloom in everyone's heart.

Hearing the praise from the people around him, a hint of resentment flashed in Yue Mu's eyes.

He took a big gulp of wine, slammed the glass down, and said with a hint of provocation, "Hmph, the skills of the Central Plains are indeed breathtaking. But these fireworks are nothing more than the craftsman's art, hardly worthy of being considered high art!"

His words drew a subtle silence.

Yue Mu stared at the night sky, thinking to himself: Hmph, a mere skill in fireworks can cause such a sensation. How can my Great Qian be compared to such a trivial skill?

Though the words were not spoken, the arrogance and resentment were already evident.

He turned his head and whispered to his attendant beside him, "Tomorrow when I have an audience with the Emperor of Great Xia, I will definitely present our country's treasures to these people of the Central Plains and broaden their horizons."

Upon hearing this, the attendant's eyes flashed with anticipation. He nodded and agreed in a low voice.

The envoy from Nanli, dressed in magnificent attire and with a smile on his face, clearly greatly appreciated the fireworks display.

His tone was somewhat flattering as he said, "Although Nanli is far away, I have heard of the prosperity of the Central Plains. Seeing it today, it is indeed well-deserved and truly breathtaking! Although Nanli also has the art of fireworks, compared with the Central Plains, it is like the light of fireflies, unable to compete with the bright moon."

Upon hearing this, Yue Mu frowned, and the resentment in his heart surged again. Just as he was about to retort, he saw Master Huikong gently shake his head.

The master did not speak, but smiled and gestured for Yue Mu to remain silent, as if reminding him that there was no need to be overly competitive.

Yue Mu then gave up.