With a wave of her delicate hand, the Weaver Girl gently draped a fiery red veil over the evening sky. Under the rosy glow, the Duke's Mansion was bustling with activity. The sounds of music and firecrackers echoed throughout the day. Though the wedding procession was short, the care and dedication of both parties was evident.
The people of the city followed the procession, some joining in the fun, others joining in the excitement. Some stood by the roadside, whispering, seemingly discussing the sudden marriage at the Duke's Mansion and the new son-in-law who had married into the family.
Tang Chen and Wang Yanzhou waited at the door for the newlyweds to arrive, then helped entertain the guests. Although the wedding was hastily arranged, and Duke Liang had said he had only invited close friends, there were still many people coming and going to offer their congratulations.
Tang Chen stood all day, and only when the number of guests had decreased did she find a place to sit down and rest. Wang Yanzhou didn't know where she got a plate of snacks from, and after handing it to Tang Chen, she sat down next to her.
"How do you feel? Are you envious?"
After Tang Chen threw a piece of dessert into her mouth, she sat there rubbing her aching calves. Honestly, this was a bit too much etiquette. She had been a bridesmaid for her brothers and sisters before, and she also stayed with them all day, but she had never seen anyone so tired. "I'm envious, but this is too tiring. Look, since I got up at midnight, I haven't had much rest as a helper until now."
Wang Yanzhou nodded in agreement and asked solemnly, "So, when we get married, do you want a simple wedding or a grand one?"
"Um, whatever, as long as you're happy," was the only answer she could give him if he asked. She was tired, sure, but this was a wedding, a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, so she secretly thought it would be a bit grand. She wanted to wear a beautiful, grand wedding dress, and tie the knot with her beloved surrounded by everyone.
Wang Yanzhou seemed to see through Tang Chen's thoughts at a glance. He chuckled as he took a piece of snack in his hand: "Pfft, then when the time comes, I will carry you back to Qingliang Mountain to be my wife, okay?"
Oh my god, is this a proposal? But this feels a little different from the ones Tang Chen had seen before. Isn't this a bit too hasty? No flowers, no ring, not even a bracelet. She won't agree: "...Okay."
As the sky gradually darkened, the guests who had come to congratulate them began to take their places. When the auspicious hour arrived, the emcee and a temporary matchmaker presided over the ceremony, which included worshipping the heavens and the earth, and honoring their parents. After the ceremony, and with everyone witnessing, Liang Shuyi and Shen Xin were officially married.
Tang Chen was just wondering if there would be a disturbance in the bridal chamber. He was about to find something for Liang Shuyi, who hadn't eaten all day, when the butler rushed in. After whispering something in front of the Duke and his wife, he quickly left. Then, led by him, a group of people wearing official uniforms that Tang Chen had never seen before entered, carrying a scroll.
Everyone present were close friends of Duke Liang and his wife. After seeing this scene, they probably guessed the purpose of the visitor and fell silent.
The eunuchs who came to announce the imperial edict thought that the matter was not particularly urgent, so they slowed down a bit on the way. Unexpectedly, as soon as they entered the city, they heard the news that the Duke's mansion was marrying off his daughter. They thought it was a rumor, but when they arrived, they found out that it was true.
"What is the Duke doing today..."
Duke Liang smiled and nodded, saying, "My daughter is getting married, so why is the eunuch here? Did he alarm His Majesty?"
Hearing this, the eunuch shook his head helplessly. He hadn't heard any news along the way. When did the Duke arrange a marriage for Liang Shuyi? How come even the capital hadn't heard the news? "...Miss Liang's marriage is really not scheduled at the right time. Duke Liang, please accept the decree."
Liang Shuyi was stunned. It suddenly dawned on her that this was what her parents were so anxious about. She had also met Emperor Gan Zhao before. In terms of age, he was more than old enough to be her father. Really, wasn't it enough to have Lin Zirong to win over the Lin family? Her Liang family had always been neutral, and her feud with Lin Zirong was well known. Did they want her to enter the palace to help contain Lin Zirong?
Upon hearing this, everyone knelt on the ground and lowered their heads. Tang Chen had just squatted down when he saw Wang Yanzhou running up to the roof at some point. He was smiling at Tang Chen who was squatting on the ground and taking advantage of the skirt to fish in troubled waters.
"Here, Liang Shuyi, the legitimate daughter of the Duke of Liang, is gentle and kind, virtuous, dignified, and filial. She has won my heart, and I have specially appointed her as a third-rank groom and granted her the residence of Anle Palace."
After the eunuch finished reading, the Duke of Liang knelt on the ground but did not accept the order. He simply lowered his head and said loudly, "Forgive me for my disrespect."
The eunuch was helpless and had to put the imperial edict away. He hurriedly helped Duke Liang to his feet and said, "My Lord, please stand up. For now, please return with me as soon as possible to report back."
Duke Liang said, "Of course, please take a seat, sir eunuch."
"Thank you, Duke."
After the episode, the lively atmosphere in the Duke's Mansion returned to normal, and all the ceremonies were carried out smoothly step by step according to the previous arrangements.
Seeing that there were only a few maids serving in the bridal chamber, Tang Chen ducked down and went inside. He patted his chest and said with lingering fear, "Oh my god, did you hear what I just said? If you had been late for this, my god, the consequences would have been disastrous!"
Liang Shuyi pulled down her veil angrily and said, "Hmph, the imperial family's balance technique only has a few methods."
Tang Chen sat down next to Liang Shuyi, patted her shoulder and said, "We are indeed still too young. The old ones are still the wisest. The Duke and Madam's foresight is amazing."
Speaking of this, Liang Shuyi was filled with anger and complained, "Princess Shuyang, you know this. I'm about the same age as her, and my father is only a few years older than the current emperor. Fortunately, the wedding is today and not tomorrow, otherwise, I don't know how I will face him when I really enter the palace."
Tang Chen said: "We are lucky, we have God's blessing. From now on, your first child can be named Tianyou."
Liang Shuyi's ears turned red when he heard this: "This, this is, you!"
After Tang Chen coughed pretentiously, he leaned on Liang Shuyi's shoulder with a smirk on his face and whispered in her ear: "Hey, that thing, that thing that Madam secretly stuffed into your mouth before, could it be, that?"
Liang Shuyi slapped Tang Chen and pushed him away, "...You know too much."
“Lululu!”
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