After the conversation in the restaurant ended, the Emperor and his subjects officially entered the banquet.
After the palace maids filled everyone's cups with wine, the Emperor raised his cup to the sky and said, " let's get rid of the old and welcome the new. A peaceful year with good weather, a prosperous country, and peaceful people!"
The others also raised their cups to the sky and said in unison, "Of course, your majesty!"
After that, the wine in their cups spilled all over the ground, and their expressions were very serious and sincere!
After doing this, the emperor and the Ministers sat down.
Then, the Emperor smiled and said, " my beloved ministers, today is New Year's Day. Everyone, please eat and drink well. There's no distinction between ruler and subject today as long as everyone is happy!"
The Emperor said that there was no distinction between ruler and subject, but everyone did not dare to really do so.
