Chapter 28 I Became the Goddess's Son-in-Law?! (Twenty-Eight)
Just as they reached the main hall, a loud commotion erupted behind them. The two stopped, and Jiang Yiqing heard a servant say, "The Imperial Envoy has arrived." What is the Imperial Envoy doing here at this hour?...
Just as they were about to reach the main hall, a loud commotion came from behind them. The two stopped in their tracks, and Jiang Yiqing heard a servant say, "The Imperial Envoy has arrived."
What is the imperial envoy doing here at this time?
Soon, Imperial Envoy Dong arrived with his soldiers, all dressed in festive red. The soldiers carried no weapons, but rather flowers, fruit cups, and other items. Behind them, soldiers carried dozens of boxes wrapped in red satin and decorated with the character for "happiness."
"This is a gift from His Majesty to the newlyweds. Please accept it," said Lord Dong.
Si Xuansu said, "Your Majesty's kindness will be remembered. Thank you for your help, Lord Dong."
"You're too polite; this is what you deserve."
The emperor giving wedding gifts to his subjects was a completely new thing; no one had ever heard of it before, which showed how much the emperor valued the couple.
When Lord Dong first saw that Jiang Yiqing came from a merchant background, he thought she wouldn't amount to much. But he was surprised to find that she was a woman who could be so composed and fluent in front of the Emperor in the Golden Palace. This greatly changed his opinion of her.
She and Si Xuansu uncovered the plot of rebellion together. After meeting her, Si Xuansu's fortune became extremely strong. At a young age, she became a first-rank marquis and received constant imperial favor. No one among the officials could match her momentum. It is no exaggeration to say that she brought glory to the Si family.
Now the Jiang family's dowry fills the Marquis's mansion, and the wedding procession is as long as a dragon. He saw it on his way here, and it is no less impressive than any royal family.
He then turned to Jiang Yiqing and said, "Miss Jiang, I take back what I said back then."
As a bride, Jiang Yiqing had to be reserved and didn't want to answer, so she just nodded.
"I was wrong to say you wouldn't amount to much. Who says daughters are inferior to sons? You two are both outstanding women. I wish you a long and happy marriage."
Jiang Yiqing nodded again, and Si Xuansu said, "I thank you for your kind words on Yiqing's behalf."
Strength is everything; with strength, one can change others' opinions. Jiang Yiqing thought that she should use the system more often to enhance her strength, so that she could always remain invincible and have a long and happy marriage with Si Xuansu.
After seeing off the imperial envoy, the crowd escorted the two to the main hall. Along the way, the master of ceremonies recited ancient sayings that were full of blessings. Upon stepping over the threshold, they saw the general's father-in-law and Madam Si sitting in the hall. Under the guidance of the best man, Jiang Yiqing and Si Xuansu performed the wedding ceremony.
First bow to Heaven and Earth, second bow to the parents and ancestral tablets, and third bow between the newlyweds.
After the wedding ceremony, everyone escorted the couple to their bridal chamber. The marriage contract was placed on the table in the center. The couple went over and read the marriage contract aloud: "It is my great fortune to be united in heart and soul, to be bound together in life and death." The couple affixed their seals, and the master of ceremonies then framed the marriage contract.
Finally, Zhi Gui and Zhi Li closed the door and led everyone to the wedding banquet.
Although everyone was very curious about what was happening in the bridal chamber, the host wouldn't let them see, so they laughed and joked as they went to eat. The food at the General's Mansion was delicious, and the wedding wine was strong and mellow. Once they started eating and drinking, they forgot about everything else.
This wasn't the first time the two had been alone in a room together, but Jiang Yiqing had never been as nervous as she was now. This was the most nervous she had ever been, and her legs felt weak.
Si Xuansu helped her sit on the edge of the bed. It was only a few steps away, but Jiang Yiqing felt like she had walked for a long time.
Si Xuansu took out the box she had prepared from her bosom. She had asked Yi Qing before what gift she wanted most, and Yi Qing said it was a ring.
Si Xuansu then spent a fortune to have two pure gold rings made from the best jewelry store in the capital. The back of the rings was engraved with their names, while the front featured a pattern of intertwined branches.
The two sat facing each other. Si Xuansu couldn't wait to see her face. He used the wedding scale to lift the red veil. Although his hands were steady, his mind was in turmoil.
The two stared at each other face to face for a while without saying a word.
After a long while, Si Xuansu got up, took the nuptial wine from the table, sat back down next to her, and handed the wine to her.
Jiang Yiqing held her wine glass, thinking about how they had just drunk it all last time. Actually, a toast should involve exchanging cups.
What should she do? Should she take Si Xuansu's arm?
While she was lost in thought, Si Xuansu took her arm and said softly, "Yiqing, you can't let your mind wander."
Jiang Yiqing snapped back to reality, her face flushing slightly, and said, "I... I didn't mean to. To be precise, I was thinking about you."
"So that's how it is." Si Xuansu chuckled softly.
The two walked hand in hand, drinking half a glass of wine, and Si Xuansu casually slipped the ring onto Jiang Yiqing's finger.
Jiang Yiqing's fingers began to tremble. In the end, Si Xuansu held her hand and drank the nuptial wine. In the blink of an eye, the two were kissing.
Jiang Yiqing felt feverish and dizzy; she remembered that the wedding banquet last time wasn't like this.
Si Xuansu removed her clothes, caressed her skin inch by inch, and worshipped her with kisses, saying, "Yi Qing, you are so hot."
Jiang Yiqing kissed her hand with her lips, and Si Xuansu felt as if a kitten was rubbing against her palm, both itchy and sweet. This feeling fermented in her heart, and a certain emotion that she had been restraining with reason finally burst out.
When Jiang Yiqing lifted her head from her arms, she found herself with her arms wrapped around her waist and nestled against her, their bodies covered by the blanket, intimately close.
Si Xuansu's face slowly approached her, and Jiang Yiqing's lips were lightly touched, like a dragonfly skimming the water. Before she could react, her lips were pried open, and Si Xuansu's scent raged deep within her lips and teeth, giving her no room to breathe.
The delicate fragrance, mixed with the fiery aroma of wine, rendered Jiang Yiqing powerless to resist. Unbeknownst to her, Si Xuansu's black hair cascaded down her sides, intertwining with her own dark hair. Her jade-like face lost its usual composure and calmness, and her eyes no longer held any semblance of tranquility, but instead surged with endless passion.
Si Xuansu finally released Jiang Yiqing's lips. Jiang Yiqing tried her best to calm her breathing. Then, her earlobe was gently bitten. Jiang Yiqing shrank her shoulders and heard Si Xuansu whispering in her ear. The sound reached deep into her eardrums, making her feel itchy and numb, almost unbearable. The heat in her body was even more unbearable.
"Yi Qing, my wife." Si Xuansu's voice seemed to resound deep in my ears.
Jiang Yiqing murmured, "Xuansu...wife."
Si Xuansu bent down and went to the place that could make Yi Qing happy. His hand holding the sword was very steady. As soon as he touched it, Jiang Yi Qing couldn't help but draw out her voice.
Her precious treasure, a delicate beauty, breathless and yearning for her, is destined to be crushed and pampered by her tonight, and she will bring her endless joy.
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