Even before reaching Luoyi Lane, Chen Yi could feel the effects of the Wei Dynasty's current Third Place Scholar's grand wedding.
From Kangning Street onward, the entire northern part of Shu State Prefecture City resounded with the clamor of gongs, drums, and firecrackers.
Lanterns and colorful banners lined the streets, each one adorned with the character for "joy."
Smiling young scholars and ladies, dressed in red robes and long skirts, handed out candies and pastries to passersby.
"It is the grand wedding of this year's Third Place Scholar, Li Huai'gu! Let us all celebrate together!"
"Congratulations, Third Scorer Li."
"Thank you, thank you."
The only time a scene this lively had occurred was the last time Li Huai'gu paraded through North City, when young scholars and ladies vied to follow in his wake.
'None of this was here when I passed by yesterday. It's all been put up today.'
As Chen Yi sat in the carriage looking out at the scenery, a memory surfaced in his mind.
