Chapter 212 With you protecting me, I'm not afraid
"I was planning to have the wedding during the summer after graduation. Isn't it too early for you to start preparing now?"
Gu Ji calculated that it had been a full year. The Dan family, as a wealthy and prestigious family, usually had long wedding times, but not this long.
Dan's mother also found it strange. She thought Dan Anwen must have a plan, but she didn't expect him to start preparing so early.
Dan Anwen curled his lips and said unhurriedly, "It's getting late. The phoenix coronet and wedding gown are all handmade, and the decoration and setup of the venue will take a long time to prepare."
He specifically sought out experienced craftsmen to make the wedding dress and phoenix crown, which all required a certain amount of time.
"Are you going to have a traditional Chinese wedding?" Dan's mother asked upon hearing this.
“Yes, the child likes Chinese style.” Dan Anwen’s eyes were gentle.
Gu Ji then remembered that one night when the two of them finished their pleasure, the man had asked her this question while she was still half asleep.
But she was so sleepy that she said she liked Chinese-style weddings without any hesitation.
Was he already making preparations back then?
"So, would you like to have a Zhou-style wedding, a Ming-style wedding, or a Tang-style wedding?" Dan Shu asked.
Gu Ji blinked, waiting for the man's answer. She was also curious about what kind of Chinese wedding he had prepared for her.
She never told him what kind of Chinese wedding she preferred.
Dan An heard this and his phoenix eyes narrowed slightly. His voice was deep and deep. "The Three Books and Six Rites can be traced back to the Western Zhou Dynasty. The Zhou wedding system is the prototype of Chinese weddings."
"A Zhou dynasty wedding." Gu Ji recalled the scene of a Zhou dynasty wedding, solemn and elegant, with the beauty of ancient charm.
The grand and magnificent scene and the style of the wedding dress were exactly what she wanted.
"The Zhou dynasty wedding tradition emphasized elegance and solemnity, without excessive music or celebration. It focused on the bond between husband and wife and the gratitude owed to them since their marriage," Mother Dan said with a smile.
Gu Ji glanced at the man upon hearing this and smiled at him. He understood her thoughts too well and knew what she liked. The Zhou-style wedding perfectly matched the wedding she envisioned.
She has always preferred a low-key lifestyle, and she appreciates the sacred symbolism and simplicity of the Zhou Dynasty wedding ceremony. The latter part, emphasizing the bond between husband and wife and the gratitude for their marriage, is also what she desires.
Dan Anwen turned his head to look at Gu Ji and asked in a low voice, "I wonder if you are satisfied, little friend?"
"I'm very satisfied with the wedding that Uncle Dan prepared," Gu Ji said with a smile.
Dan Anwen affectionately ruffled her hair.
"So where do you plan to choose the location?" Mr. Dan asked, putting down his chopsticks.
If Dan Anwen has already started preparing for some of the more time-consuming aspects of the wedding, it means he has already chosen a location.
"I have already sent people to repair the Tan Palace," Dan Anwen said, looking at his father.
Tan Palace is an old Western-style house on the private island of the Tan family. It was built during the Republic of China period and has a long history, having weathered many storms.
Originally a gathering place on the island, it gradually fell into disuse as the Tamil people stopped visiting the island frequently.
Fortunately, it has always been well maintained, so changing the layout for this wedding venue wasn't too difficult.
“Tan Palace is quite nice too.” Dan Si nodded. He had visited Tan Palace when he was a child, and the environment and layout there were beautiful.
"Do you need me to help you with the wedding details?" Dan's mother asked Dan Anwen.
She saw that he had already planned the wedding, and all she had to do now was follow the steps.
Dan Anwen pondered for a moment, then said, "I will let you know if I need anything."
"Alright, just make sure you know what's good for you." After finishing talking about the two couples, Dan's mother started worrying about Dan Shu and Xiao Han's marriage.
"Shushu, what are your plans with Xiao Han?"
Dan Shu was stunned for a moment. She had been dating Xiao Han for two years and had never really considered marriage. The main reason was that Xiao Han had not yet fulfilled his gentleman's agreement with Dan's father, and Dan's father would not take the risk of marrying her to Xiao Han.
Upon hearing this, the father said, "Xiao Han's matter is not yet finished; the two of them will have to wait."
"Why are you blocking it so tightly, old man?" Mother Dan glared at Father Dan.
Mr. Dan shrugged and didn't say anything more.
Seeing this, Dan Shu waved her hand. She had no choice. She wanted to marry Xiao Han, but Xiao Han himself was unwilling to break his promise.
He also wanted to give her a stable future.
"Uncle Dan, are you really not going to tell me any details about the wedding?" While Dan's mother was talking to Dan Shu, Gu Ji started to pester Dan Anwen, trying to find out about the wedding plans.
Dan Anwen gently flicked the tip of her nose with a sigh, "You need to maintain an air of mystery."
"Then how do you know which details I like?" Gu Ji tried to trick Dan Anwen.
The wedding dress, the decorations, and some other details—things chosen and designed by the man may not suit the girl's taste.
Dan Anwen wasn't buying it and remained calm. "So I'll talk to you after the New Year next year to finalize some details. For now, just wait patiently."
He wanted to give the child a surprise and maintain a certain sense of mystery, which he knew would make her very happy.
"Then I don't need to worry about it," Gu Ji said with a smile.
"Yes, just be a beautiful bride." Dan Anwen served her some food.
Life continued as usual, and Gu Ji and Dan Anwen remained as loving as ever, going to work and school every day and spending time together at home.
Before they knew it, it was time for Gu Ji's graduation ceremony.
Dan Anwen canceled his meeting to attend his graduation ceremony and drove to Nan'an University.
"Have you two finished taking photos? They're taking a group photo over there soon." Ji Wanmiao rushed over anxiously.
Song Jin and Tian Ya were still enjoying themselves, so they took the camera from Gu Ji and looked through the photos they had just taken.
"I haven't had enough filming yet, and there won't be many more chances to meet in the future," Song Jin said with a touch of sadness.
Tian Ya also looked sad. "Yes! Miaomiao is going back to her hometown. Although we are all from Nan'an City, our homes are far away too."
Tian Ya and Song Jin are both from Nan'an City, but it takes them several hours to drive to Nan'an University.
"Don't be sad, we'll see each other again in a little over a month," Gu Ji comforted her.
Her wedding date with Uncle Dan is set for mid-July, and Song Jin and the others will be attending.
"Oh, right, how could I have forgotten about that?" Song Jin adjusted her graduation cap.
Ji Wanmiao smiled and said, "Let's go, let's hurry over and take a group photo."
After the group photo was taken, Song Jin immediately spotted Dan Anwen not far from the lawn.
"Zhao Zhao, your Uncle Dan is here," Song Jin said to Gu Ji.
Upon hearing this, Gu Ji looked in the direction Song Jin was pointing. The man was standing under the sycamore tree, smiling gently at her, his captivating phoenix eyes fixed on the girl.
After greeting Song Jin and the others, Gu Ji skipped and hopped towards the man, rushing into his warm embrace.
"Be careful, what if you fall?" Dan Anwen patted the back of her head helplessly.
Gu Ji raised her head, her almond-shaped eyes sparkling like stars. "With you protecting me, I'm not afraid."
Dan An chuckled softly, his eyes filled with tenderness, as if he wanted to capture the girl within them.
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