Chapter 246 Warm and Cozy Daily Life in Preparing for the Full Moon Banquet
Chapter 246 Warm and Cozy Daily Life in Preparing for the Full Moon Banquet
The morning sunlight, as gentle as silk threads, streamed through the cracks in the window into Zhang Peng's home. Zhang Peng slowly awoke; Su Yao and Xia Lijuan were still fast asleep beside him, their faces appearing exceptionally serene and beautiful in the morning light. Zhang Peng quietly got up, careful not to wake them, then walked to the cradle, looking at the sleeping Zhang Ziyang, a tender smile unconsciously spreading across his face.
"Little guy, you're sleeping so soundly," Zhang Peng murmured softly, gently stroking Zhang Ziyang's little face. Zhang Ziyang seemed to sense his father's touch, his little mouth moved slightly, and he let out a few soft murmurs in his sleep, his little body snuggling closer into his swaddling clothes.
Zhang Peng turned and walked out of the room into the courtyard. He took a deep breath of the fresh morning air and stretched his limbs. Although his cultivation had improved after the battle at Lingyuan Valley, he knew he still had a long way to go. However, at this moment, he enjoyed this peaceful family time even more.
"Master, you're up very early." Yang Yongli's voice came from behind. Zhang Peng turned around and saw Yang Yongli walking briskly towards him with a respectful smile on his face.
"Good morning, Yongli," Zhang Peng replied with a smile. "Are there many sect affairs today?"
Yang Yongli shook his head slightly: "After the battle at Lingyuan Valley, the cultivation world has temporarily returned to peace, and there are not many sect affairs. However, the young master's full moon celebration is in a few days, and we still need to make preparations in advance."
Zhang Peng then remembered that Zhang Ziyang's full moon celebration was approaching. He was filled with anticipation, but also a little nervous: "Yes, this is a big event for Ziyang, it must be a grand and lively affair. Yongli, do you have any ideas?"
Yang Yongli took out a booklet from his pocket and respectfully handed it over: "Master, I have drafted a preliminary list, which includes the invited guests, the dishes for the banquet, and the necessary decorations. Please take a look."
Zhang Peng took the booklet and carefully flipped through it. The list was detailed and comprehensive, from the leaders of the various sects to the delicacies to be served at the banquet, to the flowers and lanterns needed to decorate the courtyard—everything was meticulously considered.
"Yongli, you are indeed meticulous in your work." Zhang Peng nodded in satisfaction. "However, I think we can add some more special features. We can prepare some spirit wine and spirit fruit specially prepared for cultivators, so that our guests can also taste unique delicacies."
Yang Yongli nodded in agreement: "What the patriarch says is absolutely right. I will make the arrangements immediately. Also, I have heard that there is a master of spirit patterns who is skilled in making exquisite spirit pattern ornaments. We can ask him to make a full moon gift for the young master, which will symbolize good fortune."
Zhang Peng's eyes lit up: "That's a great idea, let's do it that way. We must choose the best materials and have a master craftsman make it."
The two discussed some details, and then Yang Yongli hurriedly went to arrange various matters. When Zhang Peng returned to the house, Su Yao and Xia Lijuan were already up and changing Zhang Ziyang's clothes.
"Brother Peng, what are you and Yongli talking about?" Su Yao asked with a smile.
Zhang Peng stepped forward, gently picked up Zhang Ziyang, and said, "It's Zhang Ziyang's full moon celebration in Shangzhou. I want to throw the grandest full moon celebration for our precious son."
Xia Lijuan smiled and leaned closer: "I've also thought of some ideas. We can set up some small magic circles for children's play in the courtyard, so that Ziyang can play in them when he grows up."
Su Yao nodded and said, "That's a good idea. We can also invite some cultivators who are skilled in illusion to perform some interesting illusions at the banquet to add some fun for the guests."
The three of them chatted animatedly, one after another. Zhang Ziyang seemed to share in the joy, waving his little hands and making cheerful noises.
For the next few days, Zhang Peng's family was immersed in the busyness and joy of preparing for the full moon celebration. Su Yao and Xia Lijuan were busy choosing outfits for the banquet. They carefully selected several bolts of silk and invited the best tailors in the city to make gorgeous clothes for themselves and Zhang Ziyang. Zhang Peng, on the other hand, personally went to purchase various rare spiritual fruits and spirit wines. He searched all over the cultivation market and finally found several thousand-year-old spiritual fruits and several jars of treasured spirit wine.
As the full moon celebration drew closer, the Qingyun Sect grew increasingly lively. Disciples busied themselves decorating the courtyard, hanging lanterns, and arranging flowers. The courtyard was brightly lit and filled with a festive atmosphere. Meanwhile, under the loving care of his family, Zhang Ziyang grew more lively and adorable each day. Every smile and every cry of his touched the hearts of his family.
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