Xianggong, Please Divorce Me!

Ch.5: Starting Anew, Bridal Escort Party

Translator's Note:  Some people, particularly in older times, believe that negative things said aloud are a curse or jinx.  So, for them the English phrase "break a leg" which is meant to express well wishes for performers when going on-stage, is a curse or jinx. I've known older Chinese that believe this idea, who would get upset when asked in English "What's wrong?"  The operative word there is "wrong". This idea of a verbal jinx or curse is important to understanding why Su Tang has been upset with Song Shi An.

[1] Lantern Festival Aka Spring Lantern Festival is a holiday that marks the end of the Chinese New Year.

[2] Making wishes on the river;  Wishes can be written on the lantern shade.

Editor's note: As a side note, there are a few different types of lanterns people use to celebrate the Lantern Festival. Aside from the lanterns on the river, there are also sky lanterns pictured below.

    Translator's Note:  Taiwan during Lantern Festival has 3 locations where every year they release sky lanterns.  I've seen mention of this being done in mainland China though it seems to be erratic.  Releasing sky lanterns is also done in Thailand though it is for a different holiday there.

[3] 10 zhang is about 36 yards or 33 meters.

Chapter 5: Starting Anew, Bridal Escort Party

Song Shi An sat on the horse looking at the woman who was still foolishly standing (there), somewhat at the end of his patience. "Are you going to get on or not?" Already his mood was not good.