The weather was beautiful and the flowers were in full bloom on the branches. The mansion of Prince Chen was decorated with gorgeous red doors and red silks fluttering in the wind. The air was filled with a festive atmosphere, welcoming the grand occasion of Prince Chen and Fengjiu.
Prince Chen personally led the grand wedding procession, dressed in red and decorated with colorful ribbons, singing all the way. After going through many tests, they finally welcomed the beautiful Fengjiu into the gorgeous sedan chair.
At this moment, the wedding procession was like a long winding dragon, happily returning to Prince Chen's Mansion.
There were crowds of people in front of the palace, and it was very lively.
When the sedan chair embroidered with auspicious symbols slowly descended, Prince Chen could not wait to step forward in person, gently lifted the curtain, and extended his warm and strong hand to welcome Fengjiu out of the sedan chair.
With the support of the bridesmaid, Feng Jiu slightly extended her hand, which was as white as mutton-fat jade, and gently placed it on Prince Chen's hand.
Prince Chen held Fengjiu's hand tightly. The moment their eyes met, Fengjiu shyly lowered her eyes. Her autumn-water eyes were filled with tenderness, while Prince Chen's eyes were filled with tenderness and cherishment. He whispered softly, "I wish to find a devoted person, to be with me till we grow old together. Today I welcome my beautiful woman, and together we will compose poems for the years to come."
At this time, the ceremonial officer sang loudly: "The newlyweds have entered the palace, wishing good luck and happiness!" Prince Chen and Fengjiu walked side by side, along the embroidered red carpet, step by step towards the main hall of the palace.
Their steps were steady and solemn, as if every step was on the scale of happiness.
In the main hall, the retired emperor and the retired empress came to watch the ceremony in person. They were graceful and elegant, making the wedding even more noble and solemn.
Prince Chen and Feng Jiu came to the center of the main hall and bowed respectfully to the retired emperor and the retired empress.
The Emperor wore a warm smile, his eyes filled with relief and blessings, and he said slowly, "Today, the marriage of a beautiful son and a beautiful wife is a blessing for our dynasty. I wish you and your spouse will live in harmony, respect each other like guests, and bring more blessings to our dynasty.
Prince Chen and Fengjiu responded in unison, "Thank you, Grand Emperor and Grand Empress, for your grace. We will definitely live up to your expectations."
Fengjiu gently opened her red lips, her voice as melodious as a nightingale: "In the sky, I wish to be a pair of wings, and on the ground, I wish to be a pair of branches. I wish to join hands with you and fulfill this life promise together."
Then, the wedding ceremony officially began.
The first step is to worship heaven and earth.
Under the melodious and high-pitched chanting of the ceremonial officer, Prince Chen and Feng Jiu turned to face the door and bowed devoutly.
The blue sky seems to be their eternal witness, and the vast earth is like their solid support.
I am grateful to heaven and earth for giving me this wonderful marriage.
Fengjiu's skirt fluttered gently like colorful clouds. Prince Chen's eyes were filled with tenderness as he gently adjusted her skirt. Fengjiu raised her eyes to look at Prince Chen, tears flashing in her eyes like twinkling stars. She whispered, "You should be like a rock, and I should be like a reed. A reed is as strong as silk, and a rock is immovable.
It is my great fortune to be able to marry you."
Prince Chen held her hand tightly, his eyes firm and fiery as he responded, "Through life and death, I will be with you. I will hold your hand and grow old with you. I will protect you throughout your life, rain or shine, and I will never leave you."
Next is the ceremony of paying respects to parents.
Prince Chen and Feng Jiu faced the retired emperor and the retired empress and bowed respectfully again.
The retired emperor gave his blessing with sincere and loving words, while the retired empress personally presented the newlyweds with a jade pendant that symbolized good luck and good fortune. The jade pendant was warm and lustrous, and had profound meaning.
When Fengjiu took the jade pendant, Prince Chen carefully held her arm, and their eyes were full of gratitude and respect for their elders.
The couple's mutual bowing ceremony follows immediately.
Prince Chen and Feng Jiu stood opposite each other, gazing at each other. Their gazes seemed to have traveled through tens of millions of years, and their deep affection and expectation intertwined into a beautiful picture.
They bowed slowly, their movements graceful and pious, and from then on became husband and wife, spending their lives together.
Feng Jiu was a little unsteady when she stood up. Prince Chen quickly supported her, his movements gentle and agile, and whispered, "Don't panic, I'm here."
Feng Jiu nodded slightly, her eyes full of trust and dependence, and said affectionately: "I only hope that your heart is like mine, and I will never let you down. In the years to come, I hope to weather the storms and enjoy the rainbows with you."
After the worship ceremony is completed, the newlyweds will enter the bridal chamber.
Prince Chen held Fengjiu's hand and, surrounded by the crowd, walked towards the bridal chamber filled with warmth and longing.
The bridal chamber was decorated warmly and luxuriously, with red candles shining brightly, the candlelight flickering, brocade quilts and embroidered couches, and the room was filled with fragrance.
In the bridal chamber, the newlyweds need to drink the wedding wine together.
Two exquisite wine glasses were connected by a red rope. Prince Chen and Fengjiu each held a glass, crossed their arms, and drank the wine that symbolized the eternal union of husband and wife.
There was a wine stain on the corner of Fengjiu's mouth. Prince Chen smiled and wiped it gently with his handkerchief. His movements were gentle and full of love. Fengjiu held Prince Chen's hand, his eyes like water, and said, "We are married and have no doubts about our love for each other.
For the rest of my life, I am willing to share the joys and sorrows with you, and never leave you." Prince Chen was deeply moved. He held Fengjiu in his arms and said in a low and affectionate voice: "Even if the mountains are gone, the rivers are dry, the winter thunders roar, the summer snows, and the heaven and earth merge, I will never dare to break up with you.
You are the only love of my life, and I will never let you down."
After drinking the wedding wine, the bridesmaid came forward and lifted the red veil for Fengjiu.
Fengjiu's beautiful face was even more captivating in the candlelight, like a fairy descending to earth. Prince Chen's eyes were filled with amazement and love, and he couldn't help but say, "One glance and a smile brings out all the charms, making all the beauties in the palace pale in comparison."
Jiu'er, you are so beautiful, I am so lucky to be with you."
At this time, bursts of singing and laughter were heard outside the mansion, and the guests were celebrating at the banquet.
Prince Chen and Fengjiu were in the bridal chamber, smiling at each other, warmth and happiness filling the entire room.
The Empress Dowager was talking with the noble ladies in the hall and praised Fengjiu's elegance and virtue.
The retired emperor chatted with the ministers in the court, and expressed high hopes for Prince Chen's future.
The banquet was filled with a dazzling array of delicacies, each with its own unique flavor and appearance. The singing and dancing performances were captivating and picturesque. The guests toasted, wishing Prince Chen and Fengjiu a long and happy marriage and a son soon.
As night falls and the lights come on, Prince Chen's Mansion is still immersed in a festive atmosphere.
That night, with candles ablaze in the hall, in Prince Chen's mansion, the joy of Prince Chen and Feng Jiu's wedding night quietly arrived.
Inside the bridal chamber, red candles burned brightly, gauze curtains hung lightly, and the air was filled with warmth and joy. A mandarin duck quilt was neatly folded on the carved sandalwood bed, and beside the embroidered pillow, red dates, peanuts, longans, and lotus seeds, symbolizing fertility and good fortune, were scattered.
Prince Chen and Fengjiu sat together in the bridal chamber. Fengjiu was wearing an embroidered wedding gown and a dazzling phoenix crown on her head. Her face was as rosy as a peach and she was incredibly beautiful. Prince Chen was handsome and his eyes were full of tenderness and affection.
The two sat opposite each other, their eyes meeting. Although no words were spoken, affection flowed between them.
After a long moment, Prince Chen took Fengjiu's hand and whispered, "Fengjiu, today we are happily married. For the rest of my life, I will treat you with sincerity, protect you, and enjoy the prosperity of the world with you."
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