Guan Zhiyue was the one enjoying herself the most. At this moment, she led Xiao Tuantuan to the area where six beauties showered.

The unpleasant smell in the shower room was gone. The two looked at each other, stepped inside, and rinsed themselves off under the shower.

That's why they made plans to go for a bath together.

"Cousin, didn't we already take a medicinal bath?"

"And this medicinal bath is really good! My skin looks so much fairer and softer!"

"Cousin, you have no idea how disgusting and smelly I was just now."

Seeing Guan Zhiyue showering nearby, Fan Qingqing quickly spoke up.

Guan Zhiyue said with a smile, "This time we're going to take a bath in a hot spring, which is even better for the skin!"

This is my newly built soaking tub, specially made for you, my bride-to-be.

"I want you to get married looking fair-skinned and radiant!"

Upon hearing this, the group was instantly moved to tears, their gratitude flowing like the endless Yellow River.

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That night, when Li Qiji returned to the Cold Palace after a busy day, he saw Guan Zhiyue reclining on the chaise lounge.

He was taking a nap; he knew that Guan Zhiyue had been feeling sleepy every day since she became pregnant.

This is the nature of pregnant women; pregnant women are prone to drowsiness.

Li Qiji quietly brought over a round stool, gently sat down in front of the couch, and reached out to stroke Guan Zhiyue's face, feeling very comfortable!

But Guan Zhiyue wouldn't have it, what the hell!

How annoying, disturbing my peaceful sleep!

She raised her hand and slapped Li Qiji's hand, instantly waking herself up. When she opened her eyes, she saw Li Qiji looking at her with a smile.

"What are you laughing at?"

"No, I was just overjoyed to see Yue'er," Li Qiji explained.

Guan Zhiyue looked at Li Qiji and said with a smile, "You chatterbox, why are you back so soon today?"

"I came back after I finished dealing with it. Why didn't I see Chang Le and the others?"

When Li Qiji usually came home, Chang Le and the other kids would run out of the house.

Then she would pester him to hug her, but today she didn't even see a trace of him.

He became very curious.

When Guan Zhiyue heard Li Qiji mention it, she remembered that Chang Le and the others had asked her to have Bi Lian take her out, saying that she would be brought back when the palace no longer smelled bad.

"Oh, I had Bilian take them outside to play. They should be back by now!"

"I see, I knew it! Qi Shang and his wedding ceremony is in ten days." Li Qiji dropped a bombshell.

Guan Zhiyue stared wide-eyed in shock!

"Oh no? That fast? This wasn't expected at all!"

"Yes, Qi Shang told me about this. He said it was a date chosen by matching the birth dates and times."

I also consulted the imperial advisor, who said that ten days from now would be an auspicious day for the wedding.

Li Qiji told Guan Zhiyue everything he knew.

Guan Zhiyue felt relieved; there were still ten days left!

Everything that needs to be prepared can be mostly prepared within ten days; nothing else is needed.

They only needed to prepare the ingredients, since Qi Shang and the others were performing the collective wedding ceremony.

When the time comes, we can simply worship Heaven and Earth in the front hall of the sacrificial altar.

"Then let someone clean and set up the production area over there. I'll need you to take care of that, Yue'er."

"Can your stomach handle this?" Li Qiji asked worriedly, raising his hand to stroke Guan Zhiyue's stomach.

Guan Zhiyue also placed her hand over and said, "Don't worry, it's nothing serious."

Li Qiji was still worried and quickly said, "If you can't adapt,

You'd better tell me quickly, I don't want to tire you out, my dearest queen.

Guan Zhiyue chuckled reproachfully, "You're such a chatterbox. By the way, have you gone to see Mother?"

"Not yet. I heard from my uncle that Mother is doing quite well at the Prince's residence."

She didn't intend to return to the palace, but she will come back for Qi Shang's wedding this time," Li Qiji said.

What Guan Zhiyue actually wanted to ask was whether there was any good news from the Empress Dowager.

It's been so long since I gave her the things, there should be some news by now!

January 22nd, the ninth year of Zhenggan.

The palace is extremely lively today, for no other reason than that today marks the first time in the history of the Southern Kingdom...

This was the first 'mass wedding,' and all those getting married were prominent figures.

They were either imperial relatives, state-owned merchants, or the current prime minister.

They were all prominent figures in the imperial court, and also a group of wealthy families.

The palace gates were bustling with activity today, filled with virtually everyone from the court.

They all came to the palace with their families, and I heard that today's feast is quite lavish.

Of course, those who can attend such a high-class wedding banquet must have plenty of food at home.

There's no shortage of food, but what's lacking is novelty!

This is the first time in a century!

I've never seen such a big scene before!

Only then did they invite both sets of parents to the wedding, where they were seated in high positions. Lan Shanqi and Su Xu even placed the memorial tablets of their relatives on the high platform.

When they perform the wedding ceremony later, they only need to kneel and bow before the memorial tablet.

Those whose parents are still alive all have their parents sitting on high platforms.

Guan Zhiyue and Li Qiji also gave up their seats and sat on the side.

Empress Dowager Xin, dressed in magnificent attire, sat firmly in the center of the high platform, for she was the highest-ranking member among the wedding guests today.

"Bang bang bang~"

The sound of fireworks drew the attention of all the guests, to the red carpet that stretched from the entrance to the highest point.

At this moment, the seven couples have finished lining up at the entrance. The women have agreed to stand on the right, and the men on the left.

The women all held a round fan, which they had prepared, in their right hands to partially cover their faces, while their left hands held a red silk ribbon.

At the other end, a man was leading the way. Hua Quan was acting as the wedding emcee for the day, and he had been taught the scripts by Guan Zhiyue.

At this moment, Hua Quan was seen holding a set of audio equipment that Guan Zhiyue had taken out of her spatial storage.

He patted the microphone in his hand, tested the sound, and his clear and resonant voice carried throughout the entire square.

Everyone was shocked. What was this thing that could amplify the sound like that?

"Distinguished guests and friends, welcome to today's wedding banquet."

I am your host for this event, Manager Hua.

"Today is a day of national celebration for our Nanding Kingdom, and it is also the first time in a hundred years that a mass wedding has been held. I am very happy to be here with everyone to witness today's wedding ceremony!"

"A gentle autumn breeze brings joy and happiness. Today, the 22nd day of the first month of the ninth year of the Zhenggan era, is an auspicious day."

On this beautiful day, at this warm and romantic moment, we gather together in joy.

Together, we welcomed seven perfectly matched couples, who will cherish each other from this day forward.

They will share the risks and the joys.

"Now, please welcome our newlyweds, hand in hand, shoulder to shoulder, as they slowly walk down the red carpet and into the sacred hall of marriage."

Seven couples, adorned in phoenix coronet and embroidered robes, walked confidently towards their high positions and towards a happy future, witnessed by everyone.

Li Qiji and Guan Zhiyue, standing to the side, were practically drooling with envy.

Especially Li Qiji, who, thinking back to those days, still wanted to have another wedding with Guan Zhiyue.

"Yue'er, look..."

"They are truly a perfect match, a match made in heaven!"

Li Qiji: Is this what I meant?

Guan Zhiyue: Even if I knew, I wouldn't let you say a word.

The wedding was a lively and exciting event...