Chapter 215 Holding Hands and Growing Old Together
"On this auspicious day, with gentle breezes and bright sunshine, the phoenixes sing in harmony, a perfect match; may you have a long and happy marriage, like mandarin ducks flying side by side, and may your bridal chamber be filled with the radiance of candles."
"Dear elders, distinguished guests, and relatives, may you enjoy boundless blessings and peace."
The emcee's opening remarks in the hall reached Gu Ji's ears clearly, each word resonating powerfully, causing his heart to pound.
"The ospreys cry 'guan guan' on the river's islet; a fair maiden, a gentleman's ideal. Here, where heaven and earth have been created, and all things are nourished, receiving the sun's essence and the moon's radiance, the mysteries of heavenly rites are contained within; and man establishes his rites through weddings. The auspicious hour has arrived; please, attendants, open the ~joyful~ door~!"
"The peach tree is young and tender, its blossoms are bright and beautiful. This maiden is going to her husband's home, may she bring harmony to her family."
The red door was slowly opened. Gu Ji took a deep breath, and following Guan Xiang's instructions, holding a round fan, he stepped into the wedding hall and stood in the designated position.
Dan Anwen was dressed in a light crimson wedding gown, the black and red accents adding to his majesty. His gentle, jade-like features were tinged with a hint of authority, while the smile on his thin lips softened his overall demeanor.
The noble young man's demeanor complemented his wedding attire; he was dignified and imposing.
The moment he saw Gu Ji, a hint of amazement flashed in his deep eyes. He had supervised the entire process of making the wedding dress, but he had never seen Gu Ji wear it, thus preserving its mystery.
He knew the wedding dress would look beautiful on the child, but he never expected it to be even more beautiful than he imagined.
Gu Ji faced Dan Anwen, his view obscured by the gold-threaded fan in front of him, making it impossible to see the man's handsome face clearly, only catching a glimpse of his graceful demeanor.
"The groom greets the bride and they bow to each other."
According to the wedding ceremony, the couple faced each other and bowed to each other.
After the ceremony, the two stepped onto the red carpet, stood side by side, and slowly walked towards the end of the carpet.
"Sounds in unison are like the playing of a zither, harmonies in melody are like the resounding notes of a zither. Two jewels unite in the brocade hall, ten thousand branches of a jade tree flourish..."
The emcee's words of blessing resounded throughout the hall, and the beautiful music added a rich touch to the couple's occasion.
Dan Anwen and Gu Ji walked upright on the carpet. Gu Ji couldn't help but look up at the man beside her, and their eyes met. They looked at each other without saying a word, their deep emotions conveyed in their eyes.
The family and friends in the audience watched the newlyweds quietly on stage, their eyes filled with tears.
After completing the rituals of washing hands and sharing food, the third step, the ritual of drinking from the same cup, is performed.
"We drink from the same cup, we share the same clothes and food; this wine, this journey, this life, will never be the same!"
Dan Anwen and Gu Ji took the wine glasses from Guan Xiang and Shen Jiyang's trays, raised their glasses to drink, their tender eyes met, and smiles almost overflowed from their lips.
"Please have the bride and groom perform the hair-tying ceremony."
Dan Anwen knelt on the cushion, her slender fingers looping around the exquisite phoenix crown, untying the betrothal tassel from Gu Ji's head, and cutting a strand of hair from her palm.
Gu Ji took the scissors tied with the red rope, raised his clear eyes to look at Dan Anwen, and naturally moved closer to her so that she could reach his hair.
The strands of hair were tied together with a red string and placed in a brocade pouch, symbolizing that the two were firmly united and would never be separated.
"The ceremony is complete, and both parties rise and hold hands."
Gu Ji and Dan Anwen exchanged a glance, and the man naturally took her small hand, stood up, and left.
The entire audience erupted in thunderous applause.
To hold your hand and grow old together.
Back in the dressing room, Gu Ji and Dan Anwen changed into their toasting attire, and the makeup artist removed the heavy phoenix crown from her head.
Gu Ji rubbed his sore neck uncomfortably, which was noticed by Dan Anwen, who had already changed into his toasting attire.
Warm, large hands covered the back of her fair neck, skillfully massaging her shoulders and neck to relax her muscles.
"Thank you for your hard work, little one."
Wearing the pure gold phoenix crown for several hours left my neck and shoulders very sore.
A gentle voice reached Gu Ji's ears, causing her fair cheeks to flush red. Her voice was soft and sweet, "It's alright, it only happens once in a lifetime, it's worth it."
Dan An smiled but didn't say anything, looking down at his beautiful wife, his hands still moving.
After toasting and thanking their parents, Gu Ji and Dan An finally breathed a sigh of relief and returned to their new home.
Dan Anwen carried Gu Ji into the new room and carefully placed her, whose face was flushed, on the bed. The roses on the bed fluttered gently in the wind.
The man's face was also flushed, clearly from drinking too much.
Although the best man helped the groom drink, it was still a joyous occasion, and Dan Anwen couldn't help but have some drinks. Unexpectedly, he was so happy about the wedding that even he, who has a high alcohol tolerance, got a little drunk.
However, compared to Gu Ji, who was completely out of it after just one drink, his mind was still relatively clear.
"Little one, we're getting married today." Dan Anwen buried her head in Gu Ji's neck, her breath brushing against her ear and delicate skin.
Gu Ji closed his eyes and nervously twisted his neck, trying to escape the man's embrace, but he grabbed his wrist.
"Good boy, you're not good."
Gu Ji opened her sleepy eyes and looked at the man in a daze. She clearly did not understand what he meant. Her intuition told her that the man in front of her was in danger.
"I'm going to take a shower," Gu Ji said, belatedly coming up with a reason to escape the man's grasp.
Dan Anwen chuckled softly, his gaze fixed intently on her eyes, as if he wanted to crush them and absorb them into his heart.
"Okay, my sweetie needs a bath, I'll carry you there." Dan Anwen didn't give Gu Ji a chance to react before picking her up and carrying her to the bathroom.
Two hours after they finished showering together, by the time Dan Anwen carried the sore girl out, the moon and stars had already quietly hidden away.
Dan Anwen smiled, his phoenix eyes filled with affection as he looked at Gu Ji, letting her head rest gently against his chest, and stroking her soft hair lightly.
"Wife, I love you." With that, the man lowered his head and placed a sincere kiss on the girl's smooth forehead.
After taking a shower, Gu Ji felt a bit clearer-headed. She opened her bright, watery eyes and her voice was so soft it touched the man's heart.
"Honey, I love you too."
May everyone's childhood be free from fear and despair, and filled with happiness and fulfillment!
May everyone here meet the gentle Mr. Dan in their hearts, and the redeeming deity in their lives!
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