The convoy slowly stopped in front of the hotel.
The wedding of Lin Feng and Meng Qing was held grandly under the witness of their closest relatives and close friends.
The wedding did not pursue the ultimate luxury, but it was full of care and heritage.
The main venue is located on a huge lawn facing the lake.
The pure white flower arch is entwined with emerald green vines and dotted with warm orange autumn chrysanthemums, extending all the way to the ceremony platform covered with a long white carpet.
In front of the stage are the carefully cultivated Hangzhou osmanthus trees in full bloom, and the rich sweet fragrance permeates the air.
Blending with the melodious classical string quartet, it weaves an intoxicating overture.
The guest seats were tied with champagne gold ribbons, echoing the sparkling lake surface.
"Ah~" Shen Yunche yawned in the backstage.
"Did you sleep so late last night?" Ji Chenzhou came forward and asked.
"Nonsense, you guys just played games all night last night." Shen Yunche said unhappily.
The guests had already taken their seats, their attires elegant, their whispers and laughter revealing their anticipation and blessings.
Looking around, all you can see are witnesses and companions on Lin Feng's life journey:
Shen Zhen, the head of the Jinling Shen family, and his wife Qiu Shuzhen sat in the front row. Shen Zhen was still dignified, but the look he gave the ceremony stage was full of the kindness of an elder.
Yun Penghui was dressed in a neat dark suit and was as silent as a mountain, but there was a barely perceptible excitement in the corners of his tightly-locked mouth.
Zhu Jianye and his son Zhu Qiming sat side by side. The municipal party secretary was calm and composed, while Zhu Qiming looked around curiously.
Mr. Zhao, the president of the Poetry Association, wore an elegant long gown, stroked his beard and smiled, with appreciation and satisfaction in his eyes.
Li Er, the old patriarch of the Li family, sat down with the support of his son Li Tianming. He looked energetic and nodded frequently while looking at the carefully decorated venue.
Old Mr. Xiao from the Xiao family and the current head of the family, Xiao Yunhe, sat together.
The head of the Xu family was also at the table, his expression complex but respectful.
Cameras were set up in the media area, and reporters were whispering to each other, calling this wedding that brought together the top families in Jiangnan and giants from all walks of life the "wedding of the century", and their cameras were capturing every detail.
Groomsmen:
Shen Yunche, as the chief best man, put away his usual casualness for once. He was dressed in a black suit, with an upright posture and an excited and nervous smile on his face. He was carefully checking the ring box and Lin Feng's oath card in his pocket.
Li Mu also put away his usual lazy temperament, his eyes were gentle and focused, and he would confirm the process with Shen Yunche in a low voice from time to time.
Wang Heng, Xu Ziheng, and Ji Chenzhou, all three were equally handsome, with solemn expressions, and their eyes were full of friendship and blessings.
Bridesmaids:
Zhu Qin, the chief bridesmaid, was wearing a champagne-colored floor-length dress, with a noble and capable temperament, and was carefully arranging the final veil for the bride.
Yun Yuqing, with a cool temperament and wearing a dress of the same color, is like a solitary orchid in a valley. She stands quietly beside Meng Qing with a blessing smile in her eyes.
Xiao Qingya, wearing a bridesmaid dress, has lively eyes.
Lin Yuxi, full of youth, looked at Meng Qing with eyes full of admiration and joy.
Behind the ceremony stage is the bride’s preparation area.
Mengqing wore a custom wedding dress designed by Lin Yuxi.
It is not a complicated court style, but a minimalist satin tube top style with smooth lines that perfectly outlines her graceful figure.
The huge floor-length veil was embroidered with winding vines and tiny stars using the most delicate Suzhou embroidery technique. They sparkled in the sun, symbolizing their bond and the galaxy of stars in their journey.
She had delicate makeup on, and her eyes and eyebrows showed irrepressible happiness and a hint of shyness as she was about to get married.
Zhu Qin finally straightened the small diamond crown on her head and said softly, "It's so beautiful. Don't blame me if he is stunned later."
Meng Qing looked at herself in the mirror and smiled sweetly.
The melodious "Wedding March" sounded solemnly.
All the guests fell silent instantly, and all their eyes turned towards the flower arch.
The first to enter were the groomsmen.
Shen Yunche led the way, along with Li Mu, Wang Heng, Xu Ziheng, and Ji Chenzhou, and walked steadily along the white carpet to the front of the ceremony platform, standing on both sides.
Their appearance elicited friendly smiles and applause from the guests.
Next up, it was the bridesmaids.
Led by Zhu Qin, Yun Yuqing, Xiao Qingya, and Lin Yuxi walked in gracefully, holding delicate and small white bouquets in their hands.
Their appearance was like four beautiful landscapes, especially Xiao Qingya's bright smile, which made Xiao Yunhe's eyes slightly warm.
The music changes tempo slightly, becoming more soothing and soulful.
Everyone's heart started moving.
At the archway, Meng Qing appeared in everyone's sight, holding her father Meng Hai's arm.
“Wow—”
Exclamations rang out involuntarily.
The sunlight shone on her, making her white wedding dress and the star embroidery on her veil sparkle.
There was a blush of happiness on her face and her eyes were clear and bright, like a fairy who had fallen into the mortal world.
Meng Hai was wearing a neat dress, with a complex expression of pride and reluctance on his face.
He gently patted his daughter's hand and took her, step by step, firmly and slowly towards the man who would protect her all her life.
At the other end of the red carpet, Lin Feng was already waiting there.
He was also dressed in a perfectly tailored black tuxedo and his figure was as slender as a pine tree.
The moment Meng Qing's figure appeared under the arch, his eyes never moved away.
In those deep eyes, there was an indescribable excitement, cherishment, love, and a sense of satisfaction that everything had been settled and a long-cherished wish had been fulfilled.
The corners of his mouth rose uncontrollably, revealing an incomparably brilliant, heartfelt smile that was filled with the sunshine of the whole world.
As the bride came closer, the light in Lin Feng's eyes became brighter and brighter.
When Meng Hai solemnly handed his daughter's hand to Lin Feng, the usually calm elder's eyes slightly turned red, and his voice was a little choked:
"Lin Feng, I leave Meng Qing to you. Treat her well."
Lin Feng held Meng Qing's hand tightly and looked straight at Meng Hai, his eyes as firm as a rock: "Dad, don't worry. I will use my life to love her and protect her."
Meng Hai nodded vigorously and stepped aside.
The newlyweds stood side by side in front of the pastor.
The sunlight shines through the gaps in the leaves, casting a mottled halo on them like a divine blessing.
The gentle yet solemn voice of the priest sounded, reading the ancient oath.
"Mr. Lin Feng, are you willing to marry Ms. Meng Qing, love her, and be loyal to her, no matter if she is poor, sick, or disabled, until death?"
Lin Feng turned his head and stared deeply into Meng Qing's eyes.
His voice was not loud, but it was clearly heard throughout the quiet meeting place, carrying a tremendous weight and unquestionable affection:
"I do." Every word was powerful.
"Ms. Meng Qing, are you willing to marry Mr. Lin Feng, love him, and be loyal to him, no matter he is poor, sick, or disabled, until death?"
Meng Qing raised her eyes, tears of happiness already welling up in them.
She looked at Lin Feng, the man who had walked through the snow and wind and finally returned home with her. Her voice was gentle and firm, with the affirmation of the whole world:
"I do."
Exchange rings.
Shen Yunche took a deep breath, walked forward, and handed the ring box carrying the Xinghe oath to Lin Feng.
Lin Feng carefully took out the ring inlaid with a pear-shaped diamond and a star sapphire.
He took Meng Qing's left hand, and slowly and carefully put it on her ring finger.
The diamond shines brightly in the sunlight.
Zhu Qin also handed over the men's ring that Meng Qing had prepared for Lin Feng.
Meng Qing put it on Lin Feng in the same gentle and solemn manner.
The cold platinum rings circled each other's ring fingers, and also circled their bond for the rest of their lives.
"Now, the groom may kiss your bride," the pastor announced with a smile.
As everyone watched with bated breath, Lin Feng gently lifted Meng Qing's veil embroidered with stars.
Meng Qing raised her face slightly, closed her eyes, and her long eyelashes trembled like butterfly wings.
Lin Feng leaned over and kissed her lips gently with full love and devotion.
At this moment, time seems to stand still.
The sunshine, the lake, the fragrance of flowers, the applause, the cheers... everything became the background.
In the world, there were only two people hugging and kissing, and the bright stars shining on their ring fingers.
“Bang! Bang! Bang!”
Ribbons and petals fell from the sky like golden rain.
The melodious bell rang at the right time, echoing over the West Lake.
The guests burst into thunderous applause and cheers!
Shen Yunche and the groomsmen whistled excitedly, Xiao Qingya jumped up excitedly, and Zhu Qin and the bridesmaids had tears of relief in their eyes.
The elders nodded with smiles, and the flash lights in the media area lit up, recording the most touching moments of this wedding of the century.
In a corner where no one pays attention.
Behind a tall paulownia tree, Wen Wanning stood quietly.
She was wearing a decent but unobtrusive off-white suit and a pair of sunglasses that covered most of her face.
She looked at the two people hugging each other affectionately on the ceremony stage, and at the pure and happy smile on Lin Feng's face that she had never seen before.
The corners of his mouth beneath the sunglasses slowly curved into an arc of relief and sincere blessing.
She gently raised the champagne glass in her hand and silently saluted in the direction of the newlyweds.
Then he turned around quietly and disappeared into the shadows of the trees.
She completed her final farewell and blessing.
The edge of another viewing platform overlooking the lake.
A figure wearing a wide-brimmed hat and a mask was hidden in the shadow of the pillars.
It’s Ye Linyun.
Her gaze passed through the crowd and fell on Lin Feng's face, which was filled with a glow of happiness.
That smile was so bright and so warm, a light she had never seen before and would never be able to match.
She looked at him quietly for a long time. There was no jealousy in her eyes, only a calm, settled relief and a distant blessing.
She pressed her chest gently, as if a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders.
Then he lowered the brim of his hat and blended silently into the crowd of people leaving, just as he had come.
No one knows about her appearance and disappearance, just like a speck of dust thrown into the center of a lake, just to witness the perfection of that beam of light.
The wedding feast continued in the twilight and bright lights of West Lake.
Laughter, blessings and melodious dance music interweave into a melody of happiness.
But for Lin Feng and Meng Qing, no matter how grand the banquet was or how distinguished the guests were.
What is most precious to them is always the unmistakable love in each other's eyes and the star on their ring finger that symbolizes eternal promise.
The autumn scenery is beautiful, and heaven and earth are witnesses.
Their story opens the warmest and longest chapter called "the rest of your life".
From then on, there is someone to share the wind and snow, someone to admire the stars with, and there is a light on the way home.
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