Chapter 89: Spring Festival (Requesting Monthly Votes)

In the year 2046 of the Martial Dao Calendar, January 14th

Today is New Year’s Eve.

After the Moonlight Event ended, everyone dispersed to return home and prepare for the holiday.

Lin Qi was no exception; today he finally slept in, waking up at nine in the morning.

Although the high-grade stimulant was effective, its consumption was too great—he had drained his spirit severely over the past few days to advance to the Moonlight rank.

Lin Qi sat in his family’s car, thinking to himself.

“Xiao Qi, we got good news from Dr. Li yesterday,”

Lin Zhen, sitting in the front driver’s seat, suddenly smiled and spoke.

“Your mother’s surgery has been scheduled—for the 17th, two days from now.”

“Really?” Lin Qi’s face lit up with surprise.

He turned to his mother, Fang Huiyi, who also smiled: “It’s true!”

“That’s amazing, Mom—your poison will finally be completely cured, and you won’t have to suffer anymore.”

All three laughed.

“Ding!”

【Your Industrial and Commercial Bank card ending in xx received 3 million Xia Nation dollars on January 14 at 10:02 AM. Balance: 6.0635 million Xia Nation dollars!】

Lin Qi pulled out his phone and saw another piece of good news.

Three million Xia Nation dollars had arrived—he was rich again.

Today was truly double joy.

“Mom, Dad, the three-million reward has landed—today’s shopping is on me!”

Lin Qi announced with a smile.

“Three million?!”

“Great!” Lin Zhen and Fang Huiyi exchanged glances, both seeing astonishment in each other’s eyes.

Then their expressions turned to pride—this was their son, so incredibly good at making money.

……

A few minutes later

Their car pulled into Wanda Plaza, surrounded by bustling streets.

Lanterns and decorations hung everywhere; red couplets filled the entire avenue.

The festive atmosphere permeated the air, with songs like “Wishing You Wealth” and “Good Luck” playing constantly.

On Wanda Plaza’s large screen, news played.

“According to the latest update, to ensure a joyful New Year, major war bases have intensified suppression of beast waves, and several Title-ranked martial artists have stepped in to seal the spatial gates.”

“Spatial gates across the regions have fallen silent and will remain so for one month.”

“Meanwhile, all Title-ranked martial artists wish everyone a happy family and smooth affairs.”

“Wonderful—now everyone can have a good New Year,” Lin Zhen remarked sincerely.

Then the three began their major New Year shopping.

Couplets, snacks, household goods, Spring Festival decorations…

At a clothing store, Fang Huiyi glanced around, only to be pulled inside by Lin Qi and Lin Zhen; they bought her four or five outfits before leaving.

“I don’t need this many—let’s return some!” Fang Huiyi complained as they walked.

Lin Qi shook his head: “Can’t return them—it’s just a few ten thousand dollars.”

Seeing she couldn’t sway them, Fang Huiyi happily accepted it.

A short while later, the three exited the shopping street, carrying bags, and passed a weapons shop.

“Huang’s Weapons Shop”

It was a spacious shop with antique-style decor, resembling ancient architecture.

Inside, it blended classical and modern technological weapon designs.

Lin Qi remembered he needed to buy a new spear, so he told his parents.

He entered the shop, where numerous display stands held various weapons: knives, spears, swords…

Each was illuminated by bright white lights, revealing intricate runes on every part.

The shop was vast—over a thousand square meters.

“Welcome, sir. Looking to purchase a weapon?”

A beautiful woman in a thick yellow Hanfu smiled as she approached—she was a shop attendant.

Lin Qi nodded: “I want to buy a spear.”

The yellow-clad attendant smiled and introduced: “We have several models of spears.”

“All forged from high-grade steel alloy, razor-sharp, capable of piercing walls and armor, even breaking through beast hide…”

The attendant led Lin Qi to the spear section, where walls and stands displayed various spears.

Lin Qi examined each one, listening to the attendant’s explanations.

Soon, Lin Qi stopped before one spear—it drew his attention inexplicably. The spear was entirely black, its shaft etched with golden patterns resembling lightning descending from the sky; its silver tip was polished to an extreme sharpness, reflecting the lights.

“How much is this one?”

The yellow-clad attendant’s eyes sparkled: “This spear is called [Thunder Horn]. It’s 2.7 meters long and weighs 40 jin!”

“It’s our Huang Family Weapons Shop’s most prized flagship series.”

“The pinnacle among non-source-energy weapons.”

“A standard one costs 100,000 yuan; customization adds extra.”

She looked at Lin Qi expectantly.

Lin Qi didn’t hesitate: “Fine, I’ll take this one—I want it customized.”

“Perfect, follow me!” The attendant beamed.

They quickly went to the front desk to register the specifications.

!

“Mr. Lin, at your height of 1.9 meters, a spear length of 2.85 meters is ideal.”

Lin Qi nodded, accepting the yellow-clad woman’s suggestion.

“Also, make it heavier—I want it to weigh 50 jin.”

The attendant was startled: “Won’t that be too heavy?”

“No.”

Then Lin Qi thought of Jiang Tao and sent him a message asking if he needed a weapon.

He quickly received Jiang’s reply: he had already pre-ordered one at this shop yesterday.

“Mr. Lin, your new spear will be ready in two days—come pick it up then,” the attendant said.

“Understood!”

After paying the deposit, Lin Qi left as the attendant watched.

He returned home with his parents and their purchases.

In the car, Lin Qi thought that with his new spear, his training efficiency might finally improve.

Half an hour later

Back at Rongshan Community, Lin Qi and his parents carried their bags inside.

On the walk, women in cotton-padded coats chatted.

“Old Lin, out buying New Year goods?” someone greeted warmly.

“Yes, Aunt Huang!”

“You’ve bought so much—it must’ve cost a fortune.”

“Conditions really have improved lately!” someone marveled.

“Indeed—your complexion looks better than ever.”

“It’s all thanks to Xiao Qi—this kid is becoming more and more accomplished; now he’s the most famous genius in Rongshan Community.”

“I always knew Xiao Qi would amount to something.”

The group of women praised Lin Qi, the air filled with joy.

Lin Zhen and Fang Huiyi listened, secretly delighted, their smiles barely contained.

Back home, the three got to work.

Lin Qi and Lin Zhen cleaned thoroughly and pasted the couplets.

Meanwhile, their mother prepared the reunion dinner.

Time slipped unnoticed to eight at night; nightfall enveloped the house. Lin Qi looked around—the entire home was adorned in red, brimming with festive spirit.

The air was thick with the aroma of food.

Every New Year’s Eve was the happiest day of the year at home.

The living room table had been replaced with a larger one, piled high with steaming dishes, and cola bottles stood beside them.

“Dinner’s ready!”

The three sat down, poured cola. As head of the family, Lin Zhen spoke first:

“Another Spring Festival—this year has changed so much.”

“Xiao Qi, thanks to you, our family has made it through.”

After bitterness comes sweetness; our future life will only get better.

Cheers!

After sighing, he raised his drink first; Fang Huiyi and Lin Qi followed, clinking glasses and draining theirs.

Then his father, Lin Zhen, turned on the TV, and the Spring Festival Gala began.

Familiar voices, a familiar stage, and increasingly realistic special effects.

Though the content wasn’t particularly captivating, it was all about the atmosphere.

So the three of them ate their reunion dinner while watching the Spring Festival Gala.

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(End of Chapter)