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The fifteenth day of the lunar month is a good day indeed.
Luo Yining prepared a gift for the Cheng family. When she got married, Cheng Lang gave her five hundred taels of silver as a gift. So she asked the housekeeper to pack five hundred taels of silver as well.
After Luo Shenyuan returned from the yamen, Yining asked him if he wanted to attend the banquet.
"I won't go." He was busy all day long. Even if he took a day off, the documents would still pile up there.
Luo Shenyuan told her, "Just ask the accountant to open an account book for you. You don't have to go through mother. You can spend as much as you want."
"Aren't you afraid that I will spend all your money?" Yining asked him.
Luo Shenyuan paused and looked at her: "Everyone is here with me, how can you run away? I'll ask you to pay it back."
"I won't give you back the money that went into my pocket," Yi Ning said. "There's no evidence anyway!"
Luo Shenyuan paused for a long time and smiled.
"Yining, I'm not asking you to pay back the money." After saying that, he straightened the sleeves of his official uniform and went out.
Yining looked at his tall back and always felt that his smile was particularly meaningful.
The carriage creaked to the Cheng family's door. Even before I disembarked, I could hear a bustling commotion. Old Master Cheng had been the Chief Censor of the Censorate. His three sons all served in the capital, with the most promising being the eldest. And the most promising of his grandchildren was, of course, Cheng Lang, the current Chief Censor of the Censorate and today's groom.
Yi Ning had already prepared festive bedding, egg rice, Huadiao wine, and other items. These were essential. The real gift was a red gold auspicious cloud-shaped ruyi inlaid with sea pearls the size of lotus seeds, and five hundred taels of red. After the gifts were presented, Yi Ning and the others were led into the hanging flower gate by a housekeeper wearing a dark red bodice. The Cheng family's house was about the same size as the Luo family's, both elegantly decorated and decorated with lanterns and colorful lights.
The tent was set up outside the alley, and the neighbors were invited to a free banquet. The Cheng family's wedding to Xie Yun was a grand affair, with a three-day, continuous feast that cost at least two thousand taels of silver. The banquet in the backyard was for distinguished guests, and Lin Hairu brought Luo Yilian with her this time.
"Your father personally instructed to take her out for a walk, let her see the world, and find a good marriage partner for her." Lin Hairu said in a low voice.
Luo Yilian, who was pulled out for a walk, didn't like crowded occasions and drank tea with a calm expression.
Chen brought along the two Zhous, along with Luo Yixiu. Ever since Yining had persuaded Luo Yiyu last time, Chen's attitude toward her had improved slightly. On her birthday, Chen had even given her a few jade combs and a basket of autumn pears.
Luo Yixiu said curiously, "This Second Miss Xie is well-known throughout the capital, but I've never seen what she looks like."
Xie Yun's status is too high, and it is difficult for ordinary girls from noble families to associate with him.
"Almost the same as you." Luo Yining told her.
Luo Yixiu was excited. She was actually similar to the talented woman: "How are they similar?"
"They all have one nose and two eyes, about the same number." Luo Yining continued to crack her melon seeds. Luo Yixiu finally realized she was being teased and rushed over to twist her hand.
The flower hall was bustling with activity, with fruits and melons being brought in endlessly. The women of the Cheng family were also busy entertaining the guests. Luo Yining grabbed another handful of pine nut candy and chewed it slowly. Several of the Cheng family's younger wives were waiting on her. Second Madam Cheng was the most distinguished in her words and actions, and she was very tactful. First Madam Cheng was the most aristocratic, and she was indifferent to others.
As the two sides were introduced, it was discovered that this grandmother Cheng's grandmother was originally the elder sister of the late emperor. She grew up under the lap of the empress dowager, so she was given the title of "Danyang County Princess" by the late emperor at birth. If we only consider her status, she is more noble than Xie Yun.
Everyone took a few more glances. No wonder it was so luxurious. The maid peeled the longan and only ate the outermost part. When guests came in, they always greeted her first before Second Madam Cheng went to entertain them. It was even more eye-catching.
The wedding procession didn't return until late in the evening, and everyone gathered outside to watch. Inside and outside, the place was packed with people, beating drums and gongs, a grand spectacle. It was incredibly lively, and even more people came to watch the ceremony, so the front hall was packed to the brim. Yining watched Cheng Lang from afar, only able to see his tall, handsome figure in his bright red wedding attire. She decided it was best not to watch. She returned to the banquet to eat her food. While everyone else was busy watching, she could eat more without having to compete with them.
Just after taking two bites, the ceremony was over. Second Madam Cheng came over to look for someone: "Third Madam, are you willing to go to the bridal chamber to make trouble? Mrs. Ge from the Ge family had something to do and suddenly went back, so we are short of people here."
"...Is it necessary to gather so many people?" Thinking about seeing Cheng Lang and Xie Yun get married, Yi Ning felt that it would be better for her not to go.
Second Madam Cheng smiled and said, "We must gather twelve people for good luck. Eleven is absolutely impossible. Mrs. Luo San, please come with me. It won't take much time. I have invited everyone I know, and now I can only rely on Mrs. Luo San to help."
Luo Yining was still thinking about how to refuse, but Second Madam Cheng had already pulled her to her feet: "If you don't go now, it will be too late."
Yining was pulled away by her, feeling complicated. When Cheng Lang saw her later, he didn't know what to think!
The bridal chamber, located in the West Garden, was brightly lit. It was a bustling and bustling time. Second Madam Cheng led Yi Ning inside. The streets were strewn with shredded red paper. Inside, the house was decorated with red silk, wedding characters, wedding scales, and other items. The furniture was complete with golden nanmu furniture, and the flooring was polished like new. Xie Yun, dressed in a vibrant red wedding gown and covered with a gold-plated veil, sat upright on the bed. The sisters-in-law and the bride were laughing and chatting cheerfully. Yi Ning quietly stood beside Lin Hairu.
The bridal chamber was bustling with activity. But why wasn't Cheng Lang there? Wasn't he supposed to come in with Xie Yun?
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