Chapter 63 (Extra) [VIP]
Chapter Summary: The Grand Wedding (Part 1)
That day, Xu Luchuan carried the imperial decree of marriage and returned home with Xu Qinguo. When the Xu family heard that their second son, who had just come back from the dead, was going to marry a princess, and not just any princess, but the renowned and powerful Princess Protector of the Nation, they were all stunned and gathered in the front hall for a long time.
Finally, Xu Jiaojiao broke the silence, "Father! Second brother! Is Princess sister-in-law pretty?"
Seeing this, the third concubine quickly stepped forward and covered Xu Jiaojiao's mouth, smiling apologetically at everyone, "Little Eight, children say the darndest things, children say the darndest things. Master, please don't be offended, Second Master, please don't be offended."
She was terrified; she dared not offend the current emperor's son-in-law.
Unexpectedly, Xu Luchuan smiled and freed Xu Jiaojiao from the control of the Third Aunt. He gently patted Xu Jiaojiao's head and said, "Of course Princess Sister-in-law is beautiful. She is the most beautiful woman in the world. When Xiao Ba sees her, he will definitely like her."
"That's wonderful!" Xu Jiaojiao said, stepping forward to hug Xu Luchuan's leg tightly, her eyes narrowed as she smiled, "Then congratulations, Brother Ci!"
Upon hearing this, everyone immediately changed their usual indifference towards Xu Luchuan and offered their congratulations.
In an instant, spring filled the room.
Amidst the congratulations, Xu Luchuan eagerly awaited his wedding day.
…
Thus, the wedding took place as scheduled five days later. Liu Shiyu and Xu Luchuan were separated for a full five days.
Inside Cheng'an Hall, Liu Shiyu was so excited that he couldn't sleep all night.
She had originally planned for Xu Luchuan to marry her from the princess's residence, but the young emperor wanted to personally witness his elder sister's wedding. Therefore, he prepared the largest hall in the Wanshe Palace, Cheng'an Hall, for Liu Shiyu to live in. The young emperor wanted to ensure that Shao Yuan's most esteemed legitimate princess would have a grand and glorious wedding.
At dawn, Feng Rong led the female officials from the Clothing Department and the Jewelry Department to knock on the door.
Liu Shiyu opened the palace door with light steps, then her gaze fell on the newly made wedding dress, and the corners of her mouth unconsciously turned up.
This time, she was finally going to marry him.
Suddenly, someone pushed through the crowd and walked over. As the person approached, they spoke. A familiar voice made Liu Shiyu look up.
"Liu Xiaowu, you've finally gotten yourself married!"
"Elder sister! What are you doing here?" Liu Shiyu was overjoyed to see Liu Shijin, and the people behind her also greeted her, "Greetings, Princess Shouyang, may Princess Shouyang be well."
Liu Shijin waved his hand casually, signaling those around him to rise and dispense with formalities.
Turning back to Liu Shiyu, she took her hand and said with feigned reproach, "What? Does the Princess Protector of the Nation not welcome me? But I have been summoned to the capital this time, so it's no use if you don't welcome me. I'm definitely attending this wedding."
"Welcome, welcome~ How could I not welcome my elder sister? With her by my side when I get married, I feel much more at ease." Liu Shiyu said, shaking her arm.
Looking at the gradually brightening sky, Feng Rong boldly urged, "Your Highness, Fifth Prince, it's getting late. Let's hurry up and get ready. The wedding procession will have to leave soon."
Upon hearing this, Liu Shiyu and Liu Shijin exchanged a smile, then linked arms and stepped through the door.
Inside the palace, Liu Shijin sat on a soft couch, gazing at Liu Shiyu who was dressing at her vanity. Suddenly, she thought of the day she herself married into Guangling many years ago. She too wore the same vibrant red phoenix robe. But alas, she had simply boarded the wedding carriage as if fulfilling a mission.
They even wasted their entire lives.
Seeing that Liu Shiyu was no longer repeating her mistakes, Liu Shijin turned and smiled, gazing out the window towards Yongxiang Palace. She silently thought to herself, "Mother, everything is getting better for Shaoyuan. You should also let go of your promise to Empress Tang from that year, cross the Bridge of Helplessness properly, and start your life anew..."
Looking back, when Liu Shijin turned around again, Liu Shiyu was already standing in front of the bronze mirror in her wedding dress.
Seeing this, Liu Shijin walked over to Liu Shiyu's side, gently put her hand on her shoulder, and smiled with narrowed eyes: "Elder sister, I really didn't expect that you two, who were always at odds, would end up becoming a pair of lovebirds."
"Shaoyuan has heard all about your affair. I've heard about it too."
"You are willing to give your life for him, and he is willing to die for you. I believe that you two will grow old together and never leave each other."
"Xiao Wu, congratulations."
As Liu Shijin spoke, he took out a piece of paper from his sleeve and handed it to Liu Shiyu.
"Your elder sister was in a hurry on this trip and didn't have time to prepare a wedding gift for you. Please accept this for now, and I will send someone to deliver the gift when I return to Guangling."
"Elder sister, what are you saying? I'm already satisfied that you can come to my wedding. You don't need to go to such trouble..." Liu Shiyu politely declined, but Liu Shijin forcefully stuffed the letter into her hand, "You can refuse anything else, but you must accept this!"
Seeing that she couldn't persuade Liu Shijin otherwise, Liu Shiyu had no choice but to accept the letter. She thanked him and slowly opened it to read its contents. However, when she saw the words "a potent tonic for male enhancement and ecstasy" on the paper, she was horrified.
"Give it back to my elder sister. My little Lü is doing fine! He doesn't need this." Liu Shiyu said, hurriedly putting the letter away and stuffing it back into Liu Shijin's hand.
Liu Shijin really couldn't withstand more than three points.
She glanced at Liu Shiyu's flustered expression and couldn't help but lean closer and laugh, "How do you know the Prince Consort doesn't need it? Could it be that you two have already..."
"No, absolutely not. Our Xiao Lü is a gentleman, elder sister, please don't talk nonsense."
Liu Shiyu stood there, her cheeks flushed.
Liu Shijin nodded with some skepticism, but then carefully folded the letter and stuffed it into her arms, tucking it away securely. Only then did Liu Shijin say in a low voice, "Since it hasn't been done before, we'll try it tonight and see. Just keep this prescription safe; would your elder sister harm you?"
Liu Shiyu looked up in surprise, while Liu Shijin smiled and raised an eyebrow at her.
Before Liu Shiyu could speak again, Liu Shijin turned and walked gracefully out of the hall, saying, "I came in a hurry and haven't had a chance to pay my respects to the Emperor yet. I'm going to Fenghua Hall."
Liu Shijin is gone.
The staff from the Clothing and Jewelry Departments also withdrew.
After closing the palace door, Feng Rong slowly approached Liu Shiyu with the veil on her head. "Your Highness, it seems the time is almost up. Please sit on the couch. I will cover your head with the veil."
Liu Shiyu looked down at the prescription tucked under her undergarment, her mind racing. She didn't hear a word Feng Rong said.
Is my little Green really up to the task? He was so clear-headed and composed before, could it be because… no, no, how could I think of my beloved like this? He can do it, he definitely can! But… if he really can't… Little Green, don't worry. I will never give up on you!
Seeing that Liu Shiyu was distracted, Feng Rong called out loudly again, "Your Highness."
Liu Shiyu snapped out of her daze and replied, "What is it?"
"What are you thinking about?" Feng Rong shook her head helplessly. "I think it's time to put on the veil. Please go and sit on the couch. If we wait any longer, the Prince Consort might arrive."
Upon hearing this, Liu Shiyu smiled awkwardly before walking towards the bed.
…
Meanwhile, in the side room of Jihanzhai.
Xu Luchuan had just changed into his wedding attire when he suddenly sneezed loudly.
This caused great anxiety among his attendants. They were terrified that the prince consort would catch a cold and be disliked by the nobles in the palace.
Xu Luchuan himself was puzzled. Why was he sneezing all of a sudden? Could it be that someone was cursing him behind his back? But just as he was thinking this, Shen Ruoshi, who was helping out in the front yard, rushed into the house in a flurry of activity.
"Congratulations, congratulations. Your Highness, congratulations!" Shen Ruoshi stood in front of the door and bowed to offer his congratulations.
Upon seeing the newcomer, Xu Luchuan couldn't help but joke, "So that's why I sneezed so loudly just now. It turns out it's Lord Shen. I wonder what grudge Lord Shen has against me that you're cursing me behind my back?"
Shen Ruoshi knew that Xu Luchuan was joking with him, so he quickly pretended to be frightened and said, "Oh? Your Highness, please don't talk nonsense. What if His Highness hears this? You are so lucky to have married His Highness, but I don't even have a place to settle down yet! Please forgive me!"
Standing in front of the mirror, Xu Luchuan's tall figure made his wedding attire look perfectly straight.
He smiled as he looked at himself in the mirror, then secretly recalled Liu Shiyu in her wedding dress. A spring breeze swept past him.
He didn't say anything more.
When he turned back, Xu Luchuan asked Shen Ruoshi, "Is everything ready?"
"Everything is ready. The time is almost here, we can set off." Shen Ruoshi replied.
Upon hearing this, Xu Luchuan straightened the red silk in front of him, turned around, and stepped out of the side room, walking briskly towards the main hall. Shen Ruoshi followed closely behind. When the two arrived at the main hall, the entire Xu family had already gathered, and the guests had also arrived one after another. Now, all that remained was to bring the bride over, and everything would be complete.
Seeing this, Xu Luchuan walked to Xu Qinguo's side, cupped his hands, and said, "Father, your son is about to depart."
Xu Qinguo sat in the hall, no longer displaying his usual indifference. He smiled slightly and instructed the person before him, "Go, go and bring His Highness back safely. We'll wait for you here to return home."
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