In the hotel, people filled over ten tables, their cups clinking as everyone toasted and chatted happily. As night drew closer, the once harsh midday sun had softened, devoid of its earlier ferocity and the vibrant morning glow. The evening sun scattered waves of ripples across the sea's surface.
Outside, groups of people, mostly elders, strolled casually along the seaside path, breathing in the freshest evening air with children in tow. Many frolicked on the small stretch of beach. This was a unique feature of Jianghuai City among coastal cities—it was the only one suitably peaceful for living and leisure. Not only did it boast a magnificent ocean, but it was also home to the lush, tree-covered Xiangming Mountain. Moreover, living costs in Jianghuai City were relatively lower compared to other coastal cities.
City Government family building.
Lights blazed throughout the building. That night, Jiang Zhonggen was watching TV at home with his wife and Jiang Wei.
