Chapter 44 The Childhood Betrothal of a Miao Girl (Part Fourteen)
wedding of the two
Shui Mingsheng took a sip of tea. With Jiang Yiqing by his side, he felt much more at ease. He said to Xinfang, "Elder Xinfang, your medical skills are extraordinary. Before coming here, you must have already explored the Five Poisons Cave. Please give me some guidance. I am still in the dark. Without your judgment, I cannot figure anything out for the time being."
As she recounted her story, the others secretly admired her. After all, Shui Mingsheng was at the prime of her life, and it was truly remarkable that she could remain so humble. However, Xin Fang sensed something strange. It was Shui Mingsheng who had proactively reported the matter of the Five Poison Cave and the cursed gu to the sect leader, which had prompted their investigation. She felt that Shui Mingsheng must know something but was deliberately feigning ignorance in front of them, and perhaps even trying to gauge their opinions.
However, since she had already said that, and Xinfang was not on the same side as her, she said, "That's right, I did go to the Five Poisons Cave to investigate. For some reason, all the poisonous insects in the Five Poisons Cave disappeared, leaving only two terrified corpses, as if they had been devoured by a kind of secret Gu. As for that curse Gu, it is still in the Five Poisons Cave. Chief Shui, it is surprising that you are still so calm and composed."
Shui Mingsheng gave a bitter laugh and said, "I've been bound by that curse for many years, and it's become a habit. What's there to be afraid of now?"
Xin Fang was secretly amazed; her spirit was truly admirable.
"Has the Water Village Chief ever been to the Five Poison Cave?"
"After the villagers reported it, I went to investigate immediately. I wouldn't have dared to report to the sect leader if I hadn't gone there myself. Therefore, I know that the cursed Gu is the Shui family's heirloom Gu Spirit Serpent Gu."
"I see," Xinfang said. "Now, what is the water fortress chief's question?"
"Who wants to kill Elder Feng?" Shui Mingsheng asked. "Elder Feng has always been a difficult person to me, but he is, after all, an elder of the village. His sudden death is a great loss."
But you don't look grief-stricken at all? Xin Fang thought to herself, but didn't ask. It's normal to feel grief when an enemy dies, but this matter is strange.
Xin Fang had already analyzed the footprints and soil at the scene using various Gu worms, but found nothing unusual. If something was originally there and had been erased, then that person was simply too meticulous in their actions.
She could only examine the two bodies, but found no trace of the Gu worms. The two men's expressions were terrified, as if they had died of fright. The strangest case was Lian Ye's body—he had been dead for over ten days, but people said they had seen him just a few days prior.
"So, those two people went to the Five Poisons Cave for no reason at all, and then died, and the poisonous insects in the cave also disappeared?" Xinfang asked.
“Perhaps the Five Poisons Cave was set up by them?” Shui Mingsheng said. “Otherwise, why would the chief of Lianye Village travel with Elder Feng? I just don’t know why they did this.”
“Chief Shui, Chief Lian is long dead,” Xin Fang said.
"What?...Why is this happening?" Shui Mingsheng's expression clearly showed that he hadn't reacted yet: "You've confused me. What exactly happened?"
Xin Fang couldn't figure it out either, but if you think about it simply, it's easy to figure out—the only one who can control the corpse is Xu Shou, which means that Xu Shou turned Lian Ye into a corpse gu. Elder Feng discovered this, and when he came to the Five Poisons Cave, Xu Shou simply killed the two of them together.
But why do this? The curse is most obviously aimed at Shui Mingsheng, but was Shui Mingsheng involved in this? There is no evidence to prove that she was involved.
Most importantly, if it wasn't Xu Shou who did it, who in these three villages of Qingjiang has the power to do such a thing?
Could the girl in front of them be a suspect? They leaned on each other, so affectionate. If they really did it, how could they be so calm after killing someone?
No, that's absolutely impossible.
Xinfang decided to tell the sect leader about Chief Lian's situation, but she didn't tell Shui Mingsheng for the time being, for fear of causing them panic.
The case was closed with Xu Shou as the suspect.
Xinfang said, "I will remove the curse for the Water Village Chief while I am here. As for you, this is truly an undeserved disaster."
Upon hearing this, Shui Mingsheng and Jiang Yiqing both expressed their heartfelt gratitude. They exchanged a glance and said in unison, "Thank you for your help, Elder Xinfang."
“Miss Jiang, I just heard you say you’re going to school. Are you leaving Miao territory soon?” Xinfang asked.
“Yes,” Jiang Yiqing said.
“Your decision is yours.” Xin Fang then looked at Shui Mingsheng and said, “If you’re serious, your path won’t be easy.”
Shui Mingsheng said, "We are serious. I have a love potion on me right now."
Upon hearing this, everyone present stared at the two in utter shock.
"Love potion?"
"They actually managed to find a love potion..."
"Besides, the two girls don't seem like the type to do something so crazy."
The attendants were all talking about it.
"Yes, Elder Xinfang, my feelings for Yiqing are as clear as heaven and earth, as clear as the sun and moon. What's wrong with planting a love potion in her heart?"
“She’s always like this, I’ve finally given up on her.” Jiang Yiqing said, her smile sweet: “When I found out she did this, I knew I was doomed for her, but I believe we will be together forever.”
Jiang Yiqing and Shui Mingsheng looked at each other, holding hands, their eyes filled with determination.
"Actually, my wedding with Yiqing is about to take place. If Elder Xinfang is not in a hurry, you might as well stay and attend the wedding."
Shui Mingsheng's words shocked Xin Fang once again. She asked Jiang Yiqing, "Are you really sure? You want to be a Miao wife?"
“Because I’m determined enough, I don’t want to leave myself any way out,” Jiang Yiqing said. “If we can get the wedding done before I go to school, Mingsheng can officially become the chieftain, which will also prove my feelings for her. It’s a win-win situation, so why not?”
Whether she felt it was crazy or envious, Xinfang felt that the love stories she had read before seemed like a joke in front of the two girls.
Shui Mingsheng looked at Xinfang and asked with a smile, "Elder Xinfang, you said we would be happy, right? We would be very happy to receive your blessing."
Xinfang initially had doubts about the two women's innocence, but now her emotions had made them her priority. She came to investigate the case, but now she was captivated by their intelligence and affection.
"You're willing to plant the love potion for her, how can I not give my blessings?" Xinfang also showed a rare smile.
The totems of each place are different. In the Miao region, those who are willing to plant a love potion for their lover are the most respectable people.
"Okay, then I'll stay here and witness your wedding."
"We would like to ask Elder Xinfang to be our officiant." Shui Mingsheng could tell that Jiang Yiqing wanted to learn medicine from Xinfang, and this was a good opportunity to get closer to her.
"good."
At this moment, Jiang Xuerou and Shuixi had already boarded the plane to N City.
A day later, Shui Mingsheng and Jiang Yiqing finally got their wedding day.
The entire Qingyu Tower was decorated as a sea of flowers.
Xiao Zhi and a little girl from a neighboring village served as flower girls for the two of them.
They held hands and handed the ring to Shui Mingsheng.
Shui Mingsheng and Jiang Yiqing were both wearing wedding dresses. Jiang Yiqing held a bouquet and looked stunning.
Shui Mingsheng put one arm around Jiang Yiqing's waist and picked her up. Jiang Yiqing was startled and instinctively hugged his neck. Screams and cheers erupted from the audience.
Shui Mingsheng put the ring on Jiang Yiqing's ring finger, and Jiang Yiqing put it on her finger as well.
They shared vow cookies together. They had written on them—
"Jiang Yiqing loves Shui Mingsheng for ten thousand years."
"Shui Mingsheng loves Jiang Yiqing for 10,001 years."
They enjoyed the wedding cake together.
Happy wedding to Shui Mingsheng and Jiang Yiqing!
A salute was fired, and on the flower-decorated stage, flashbulbs kept going off.
The following day, a traditional Miao wedding was held.
The bridal sedan chair was carried from the shore of the shimmering lake all the way to the stilted house.
The couple wore modified versions of Miao ethnic wedding attire, embroidered with pearls and adorned with red phoenix motifs and gold, exuding unparalleled elegance.
Shui Mingsheng carried Jiang Yiqing across the thresholds and into the hall to perform the wedding ceremony.
Jiang Yiqing dreamt of returning to ancient times, as if that day had come again, and this time she married the person she loved.
Shuixi looked at her daughter and smiled as she said to her mother-in-law, "Xuerou, our promise from back then has finally come true. Not only Mingsheng, but I myself feel like I'm dreaming."
Jiang Xuerou said, "As long as my two children are happy, I will be content."
She raised her glass and clinked it with Shuixi's. Both of them watched their beloved daughter, whom they had poured their hearts and souls into raising.
"It's a pleasure to have you all here at the wedding of Mingsheng and her beloved Yiqing." Xinfang, the officiant, said, "Yiqing comes from a faraway place, a place we Miao people may never go to. But she bravely chose our Miao daughter, the current chieftain of Qingfeng Village, Mingsheng. Mingsheng is an ambitious and outstanding young woman. To be honest, she surpasses many of those present, including myself. I look forward to their future and sincerely wish their love will never fade, like the eternal flowers of Miao culture!"
The wedding is in progress.
"Yi Qing, will you marry me?!" Shui Mingsheng shouted at the top of his lungs to the whole audience, then looked at the girl he loved with loving eyes.
Her fingers caressed Jiang Yiqing's hand, causing Jiang Yiqing's fingers to tremble uncontrollably. She raised the ringed finger to her lips and gently kissed it.
“I do,” Jiang Yiqing said.
"Give me a kiss!" "Give me a kiss!" the crowd shouted.
At that moment, time seemed to stand still. They could only see each other, holding hands and kissing, their love deep and tender.
After the guests toasted her, Shui Mingsheng got drunk. Under the influence of the love potion, this drunkenness fermented into a new idea. She took her beloved girl in her arms and went to their carefully decorated wedding room.
Continue read on readnovelmtl.com
