Chapter 255: Luxurious Chinese Wedding Banquet on a Ship...
Chapter 255
Lin Mujin doesn't like Western-style wedding dresses, so Qin Zheng naturally follows her preferences.
So the two decided to wear Chinese dresses.
I went to Hangzhou and ordered a wedding dress from a professional embroiderer.
The design drawings were not designed by her personally, but were modified according to her requirements.
A wedding dress embroidered with gold patterns and a large dragon and phoenix shawl.
Very luxurious.
Even with the cooperation of many people, it would take six months to complete the embroidery.
This can't be rushed.
As for the toast clothes, Lin Mujin drew them herself. She drew two sets, one Chinese and one Western, and asked Pinya's master craftsman to make them.
The Chinese toast dress is a red one-piece cheongsam, or more precisely, a new Chinese style, with a pearl shawl.
The Western-style toast dress is a one-shoulder fishtail skirt.
As for Qin Zheng, a red modified Zhongshan suit was drawn for him. He had plenty of suits.
Accessories also need to be customized by professional craftsmen.
Fortunately, the jewelry factory has no shortage of master craftsmen.
You don't even need to draw the pictures yourself.
She just needs to tell her requirements and the designer will help her draw it.
She needed a phoenix crown with golden tassels, modeled after the nine-phoenix crown made in the Song Dynasty.
She had no shortage of gold, but for the sake of her neck, the difficulty in making this phoenix crown lay in how to make it look luxurious yet not too heavy.
Four gold and gem-inlaid knuckle guards.
A filigree Ruyi necklace inlaid with gemstones.
A pair of phoenix-peony earrings.
A peony ring.
A pair of crabapple filigree bracelets.
Then I went to find a set of ruby jewelry.
These are almost enough, and she doesn’t have to worry if they are not enough. The thing she has the most is various kinds of jewelry.
Others sell jewelry by the piece, she sells it by the box.
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The passenger ship they rented was more than 170 meters long, more than 20 meters wide, and had a displacement of 18,000 tons.
There are more than 320 guest rooms, Chinese and Western restaurants, a bar, a cinema, etc.
It can accommodate more than 600 VIPs at the same time.
Lin Mujin and Qin Zheng discussed it and decided to invite all the senior leaders of the factories to participate, just to relax.
Another four hundred people were selected as middle-level managers and technical backbones.
Including the dozens of people from Hong Kong, there are more than 600 people in total.
The ferry was rented for seven days in total, and the first four days were used for decoration.
Weng Nuan is fully responsible.
Red lanterns, red silk, red flowers, and wedding characters...
The highlight is the wedding banquet hall, which is held in the largest dining room.
Because there is a long corridor.
Many of the arrangements for the wedding banquet venue had to be booked in advance, otherwise they would not be completed in four days.
Lin Mujin and Qin Zheng complained, "Didn't they just want to have a simple tanker wedding to avoid trouble? Why are there so many things to do now?"
What could Qin Zheng say? He could only rub his wife's shoulders and back, and comfort her in a gentle voice, saying that she had worked hard, for fear that she would just quit.
Lin Mujin would not give up, she still had some expectations in her heart.
There are many luxurious weddings in Hong Kong, but there are almost no Chinese-style weddings.
It's time to open their eyes.
When it comes to luxury, we have to look to our ancestors.
The ferry started picking up passengers on the fifth day, docking at Hong Kong Port and Shenzhen Port respectively.
We entered the high seas that afternoon.
But for safety reasons, we didn't go too far from the coastline.
Since it was already afternoon, guests were free to arrange their own schedule.
You can enjoy the sea breeze, go sea fishing, take photos, and taste red wine, coffee, tea, etc.
However, swimming in the sea is not recommended.
Chinese and Western meals are served on board 24 hours a day.
At 11 a.m. on the sixth day, the cruise ship's restaurant was full of guests.
The long corridor is lined with red silk, lanterns, and rose walls on both sides.
The auspicious time arrives and the music begins.
The majestic music sounded...
The MC's pleasant yet solemn voice rang out, "Good morning, respected elders, relatives, friends, and all! On an auspicious day and hour, the heavens are auspicious, the couple are in harmony, and joy fills the house! Today, we gather here to witness the happy marriage of Mr. Qin Zheng and Ms. Lin Mujin. Since ancient times, Chinese weddings have emphasized "three books and six rituals, and a formal matchmaker." First, bow to heaven and earth to express gratitude; second, bow to parents to show filial piety; and finally, husband and wife bow to each other to pledge their lifelong love. Now, the auspicious hour has arrived! Let us, with the warmest applause, cordially invite the bride and groom to this thousand-year-old promise, and begin a new chapter in their lives!"
The door of the restaurant was pushed open, and Lin Mujin slowly walked towards the stage, covering her face with a round fan.
In fact, she couldn't walk fast because her clothes were really heavy.
Not to mention anything else, a crown weighs more than three pounds.
So she had to hold her head high and chest out, and not lower her head at all, otherwise the phoenix crown would fall off.
What's more, the large dragon and phoenix shawl on his body weighed more than 20 pounds, which was even more of a drag.
She saw Qin Zheng, who actually came to pick her up at the Litai Terrace.
The MC was probably stunned, but luckily he reacted quickly and smoothed things over. "The groom couldn't wait for his bride, so he went down to meet her himself. As the saying goes, love is tied by a thread, and today this perfect couple has been together since they met and got married. It's the red thread tied by the matchmaker, and it's a match made in heaven!"
Qin Zheng held Lin Mujin's left hand and backed away to the stage.
The guests below spontaneously applauded.
Lin Mujin also heard people praising her dress.
As soon as they stood in the center of the stage, petals rained down, and the scene was very beautiful.
This famous scene must have been recorded and of course filmed.
Uncle Lin was invited to take a seat by the host.
Start three bows.
Bow to Heaven and Earth
Second bow to parents
When the couple was bowing to each other, Qin Zheng used a golden ruyi to pick up the round fan, which meant "everything goes well". Only then did the couple start to bow to each other.
Next is the display of the marriage certificate.
It is also a specially customized embroidery with red background and gold letters.
The two families are united in marriage, the contract is signed in one hall, the marriage is eternal, and they are a perfect match.
Look at the bright peach blossoms today, which is suitable for the family; I predict that in the coming years your family will be prosperous and brilliant.
I write this letter to express my promise to be together till old age, so that our covenant will be recorded in the love story of our love.
Groom: Qin Zheng Bride: Lin Mujin
Date: January 16, 1985
The emcee spoke again, "Dear guests, this is a beautiful moment, a perfect match! As the saying goes, 'Wine is sweet, love is warm, and a drink from the same cup symbolizes everlasting love!' Now, let us witness Mr. Qin Zheng and Ms. Lin Mujin perform the wedding ceremony! This cup of wine represents the sweetness brought together by the matchmaker, and a promise of mutual affection."
Lin Muli carried the tray to the stage. Lin Mujin and Qin Zheng each picked up a wine glass, linked their arms, and drank it all in one gulp.
Well, it’s wine mixed with water again.
Lin Muli trotted off the stage carrying a tray.
There should have been a hair-tying gift, which was to cut a little hair from each person and put it into a brocade bag, which meant "undoubted love between the two."
But in order to wear the phoenix crown, she had her hair specially styled and used a lot of hairspray, so she couldn't cut her hair and had to skip it.
The MC began, "Dear friends and family, heaven and earth are witnesses to this moment, with our parents by our side! From youth to old age, from falling in love at first sight to spending the rest of their lives together, Mr. Qin Zheng and Ms. Lin Mujin have come this far, writing their own romantic story with love. A marriage certificate is a promise; a glass of fine wine is a token of deep affection. Now, with the most sincere words, they will declare to each other, their family, and their friends their determination to be together for life! Now, let us hold our breath and listen to this couple's most moving vows - may this love be as eternal as the stars, as unshakable as the mountains and seas! A round of applause to the newlyweds as they share their heartfelt feelings!"
Qin Zheng took the microphone, his tone excited and slightly choked, "Wife, I finally married you!"
“Pah…Pah…”
Applause rang out again.
"From the first time we had dinner together, I had a crush on you. I still remember the way you gave me advice."
An intimate and funny photo of the two appeared on the big screen behind the stage. They were so harmonious and intimate in different countries and scenery.
Qin Zheng continued, "I remember when we discussed opening a factory together. I also remember you taking the trouble to go abroad to find an agent. I also remember when we cooked and washed clothes together. I want to tell you today: I may not be a perfect lover, but I will do my best to support you, to play with you, to laugh with you, and to live every day with you!"
“Pah pah pah…Pah pah pah…”
There was warm applause.
The microphone came into Lin Mujin's hands. She blinked, afraid that tears would ruin her makeup. Nowadays, makeup isn't waterproof. "Qin Zheng, thank you for appearing in my life. You know, you're my benefactor. If you hadn't agreed to the bet with me, there would be no Jinshi. Without your encouragement, I wouldn't have been so energetic and confident to go abroad to grab business. They say a good relationship can motivate people to move forward, and you're the right person for me. In the future, I will share the pressure with you, and I'll be there for you to go crazy and challenge you. No matter good times or bad, I will hold your hand and never let go!"
“Pah pah pah…Pah pah pah…”
The two held hands, tears in their eyes.
The emcee's voice rang out again, "Dear friends and family! We have just listened to the heartfelt words of the newlyweds. Every word is filled with hope for the future, which is so moving! Vows are easy to make, but staying together is harder. These two small rings are the witness that transforms their promise into eternity! Rings are the circle that encircles the years, the bond that seals true love. Let us witness this sacred moment together - please exchange rings."
Lin Muli made another guest appearance, still carrying a tray on stage.
But this time there were two ring boxes on the tray.
There were no large-carat gems inside, but a pair of plain rings that they had chosen together at the Hong Kong jewelry store.
It is also the ring they have worn for many years.
It has been cleaned before and is still shiny.
Qin Zheng picked up the smaller ring box, opened it, carefully picked up the plain ring, held up his wife's delicate hand with one hand, and gently put the ring on her.
Lin Mujin picked up the remaining ring box, opened it, and put the ring on Qin Zheng.
Two hands with rings clasped together.
Naturally, this drew applause again.
The master of ceremonies' energetic voice rang out, "Dear friends and family! The newlyweds have just sealed their love with vows and pledged their love with rings, consummating the ceremony! Now, the auspicious moment has arrived, and the road to happiness is paved for the newlyweds! Please join hands and walk along the flower path, scattering wedding candy, passing this sweetness and blessing to everyone present! May you be together day and night, forever and ever! And please, all guests, give the warmest applause and cheers as you happily leave the stage!"
Cousin Lin, Lin Muli, Sister Xiuying and Weng Nuan all came on stage to help turn the dragon and phoenix shawl.
Lin Mujin and Qin Zheng scattered wedding candies as they left the hall, making the hall even more lively.
As soon as she walked out of the hall, she began to take off her dragon and phoenix cloak; it was too heavy.
Qin Zheng hurried to help.
Cousin Lin and the others also came out and took the cloak at the right time.
"Emma, it's a lot easier."
Lin Mujin breathed a sigh of relief. It turned out that getting married was a strenuous task.
His steps became a bit lighter.
Entering their room, there were two dresses hanging inside.
The makeup artist also came in.
Qin Zheng went into the bathroom to change clothes, and Lin Muli followed to help.
Lin Mujin went into the bedroom to change her clothes and took off the phoenix crown first.
She wanted to breathe a sigh of relief again, and her whole body felt lighter.
She changed into a Chinese-style dress.
I didn’t wear a pearl shawl because I wanted to wear a gold filigree Ruyi necklace inlaid with gems.
It is large in size, complex in craftsmanship, and looks very gorgeous.
The makeup artist is helping her restyle her hair.
This wasted some time.
Her hair was tied up in a low bun and pinned with two gold tassel hairpins.
Feng put on peony earrings, a filigree peony ring, and a crabapple filigree bracelet.
The cosmetics lady touched up her makeup again.
Lin Mujin looked in the mirror and turned left and right.
Cousin Lin praised, "It's beautiful enough. Stop taking pictures. It's getting late. We have to go and have a toast."
Qin Zheng walked over and praised, "Wife, this dress looks great too!"
Lin Mujin smiled and praised back, "You look so handsome in this outfit too."
Cousin Lin rolled her eyes and urged again, "Hurry up, the guests are waiting."
Lin Muli joined in the fun and said, "Sister, brother-in-law, I've added water to the wine. I guarantee you won't get drunk even if you drink a thousand times."
Lin Mujin took a deep breath and said, "Let's go!"
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