The bustling town square was alive with music and laughter as Jin Wei and Zhang Yuan strolled through the crowd.
Lanterns hung from every corner, casting a warm golden glow over the scene.
Street performers played lively tunes on lutes and flutes, their melodies weaving through the air.
Children darted between stalls, and couples shared quiet moments by the fountain at the square's center.
It was a perfect night to relax and forget about the responsibilities that usually consumed their days.
Jin Wei glanced at Zhang Yuan as he walked beside her, and her heart raced every time his arm brushed hers, a sensation she quickly blamed on the crowded streets.
She tightened her shawl around her shoulders and tried to focus on the stalls ahead.
"How about this one?" Zhang Yuan pointed to a vendor selling delicate trinkets.
"You've always liked intricate things."