Three days later
After several years of silence, a major event shook up the stagnant situation in Tian Shu County.
That was the marriage alliance between the Prefectural Governor's Office and the Ye family.
For those forces that had long coveted the Ye family, this was undoubtedly a heavy blow, striking them hard in the heart.
Now that several powerful experts at the Divine Realm have fallen in succession, the Ye family is showing signs of decline.
It is unknown how many forces that have been eyeing it covetously have begun to plot against it.
This marriage alliance undoubtedly solidified the Ye family's position, and the Ye family had undoubtedly secured the strongest backer in Tian Shu County.
It's something many people envy.
Ye Family Compound
All the servants were beaming with joy, just like the situation in Tian Shu County; the atmosphere here was once again boiling over.
"Hurry up and tidy all these up. The adults are happy today, and you'll definitely get a reward."
The butler, with a smile on his face, gave instructions to the busy servants.
The doors and windows were now covered with the character "囍" (double happiness).
In contrast to the festive atmosphere outside, the young master of the Ye family's villa was deathly silent.
Inside the villa, because Ye Ming usually preferred quiet, there was only one maid, Yu Qing, who accompanied him.
Ye Ming sat on the bed in his bedroom, lost in thought.
The doors and windows were tightly shut, and not a single ray of light could penetrate the room. There were no candles lit in the room, making it very dark.
dappled light and shadow streamed in through the hazy window frame.
It was very dark and faint.
"Young Master, the steward asked me to bring the wedding dress over. The auspicious time is in an hour, so please put it on as soon as possible." Yu Qing pushed open the door, stirring up dust.
She walked over, stood behind Ye Ming, and spoke softly.
Ye Ming shook his head and said, "Let's talk about it when the time comes. I want to be alone for a while."
Yu Qing nodded and then walked out.
Inside the room, a deathly silence fell once again.
Ye Ming stared at himself in front of him.
Although he didn't look as weathered as when he first appeared, his spirit was visibly withering away.
Is this... still him?
He sat for a while longer, then got up, walked to the sealed window frame, silently stretched out his hand, flicked his finger, and with a bang, the stiff wooden board instantly turned to dust.
The sunlight shone in from outside.
The dimly lit room was soon filled with light.
He took a deep breath and asked, "Is it time?"
“There’s still a quarter of an hour left,” Yu Qing replied, standing in the courtyard.
"Take it here, there's no need to wait any longer."
Ye Ming glanced at the courtyard and suddenly spoke.
At this moment, a figure appeared in the courtyard, walking over as if stepping into thin air.
Within the Ye family, only Ye Mu possesses such extraordinary abilities.
"Are you really sure? Once you go, there's no turning back," Ye Mu said, seeing Ye Ming's expression.
"If I don't go, can you let Xuan'er go?"
Ye Ming grinned and said.
Although she was smiling, there was no light in her eyes.
Ye Mu didn't speak, but his meaning was quite clear, especially with his arrogant attitude, which gave people the feeling that he was above the gods.
He always spoke in a condescending manner.
Even if there was some warmth before, now there is probably only coldness and routine left.
"Follow the route I've planned for you carefully."
After giving a word of advice, Ye Mu slowly disappeared.
...
Prefectural Governor's Office
The prefectural governor's residence was also filled with joy and celebration.
Especially Wu Ying's father, Wu Yuan, the current governor of Shu County, was overjoyed, and the crow's feet between his brows began to appear.
Faced with the blessings from his relatives and friends, Wu Yuan returned the greetings with a smile.
He was in a great mood today. His precious daughter had finally married the man she loved. The woman, who was usually serious and reserved, was all smiles on her wedding day.
Inside Wu Ying's boudoir, many maids were busily working, their faces beaming with joy.
Although Wu Ying was a young lady, she treated the servants like her own siblings, and no one had a bad word to say against her.
"Miss, congratulations! You've finally married the man you love."
Normally, forces closely associated with the prefectural governor's office would also send their young ladies to take the opportunity to cultivate a relationship.
"Yes, yes, this is great news."
As Wu Ying tried on her wedding dress in front of the mirror, she smiled and said, her eyebrows almost curving to the sky. She looked like she was immersed in honey, radiating a sweet fragrance.
I am very happy.
She is very happy at this moment.
In order to greet her sweetheart in the most beautiful clothes, she changed several outfits, but was still not satisfied with any of them.
The saying "Women dress up to please themselves" makes a lot of sense.
"Ying'er".
A male voice suddenly rang out in the boudoir, which was filled with laughter and joy.
At this moment, everyone's gaze turned to Wu Yuan, who was standing at the threshold, seemingly hesitant.
"father."
Upon seeing this, Wu Ying called out sweetly.
"Dad, which outfit do you think looks best on me?"
She pointed with considerable distress to the exquisite wedding dresses displayed on the counter.
“They all look good on her. My darling daughter looks good in everything she wears.”
Even in front of outsiders, Wu Yuan did not hide his love for his daughter, Wu Ying.
Even if, to outsiders, this pampering appears to be nothing short of unbridled indulgence.
Everyone knew that the old father had a lot to say to his daughter who was about to get married, and he wanted to express his reluctance to part with her. So they all took their leave, and when the last one came out, he gently closed the door behind him.
inside the house.
Wu Ying happily tried on the clothes, her pretty face beaming with a happy smile.
After putting on a wedding dress, she twirled around, then looked at Wu Yuan and said, "Father, Father, am I beautiful?"
Wu Yuan smiled and said, "Beautiful, extremely beautiful, it will surely be so captivating that the boy can't look away."
Actually, Wu Ying wasn't particularly beautiful, but in the eyes of every father in the world, his precious daughter was the most beautiful girl in the world.
Wu Ying sat down and began doing a simple makeup routine in front of the mirror.
Wu Yuan walked over and naturally combed Wu Ying's long hair with a very skillful touch.
As he styled Wu Ying's hair, he said with some emotion, "Ying'er, you should be turning 18 this year, right?"
"Yes, she's already reached marriageable age," Wu Ying said, tilting her head back with a broad smile.
"Time flies so fast. Daddy hasn't even had enough of you, and you've already become someone else's darling..."
As Wu Yuan spoke, this burly man's eyes actually reddened.
Then, he choked up and said, "Ying'er, Father really can't bear to part with you."
Wu Ying's eyes also turned red.
She thought for a moment and said, "I've never met my mother. You raised me single-handedly from a young age, being both my father and mother. It was very hard, but you never complained. Whatever I wanted, you gave me. I know that even if I asked for the stars in the sky, you would have gone to get them for me without hesitation."
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