Huo Zhan was extremely efficient.
They bought a house, wedding clothes, and decorated the new house overnight.
"There's no time to prepare the betrothal gifts. This is my personal seal. You can take it for now. I'll make up for the betrothal gifts later."
Huo Zhan took out another wedding dress, saying, "I visited all the clothing shops in the capital last night and only found this one. I'm sorry to have to make do with it."
In fact, they also inquired about which noblewomen in the capital were of marriageable age, as these women would embroider their wedding dresses in advance.
He looked at them one by one last night, and there was one that barely matched Jiu Niang.
I plan to force myself to buy it for Jiu Niang.
But Shi Wuxia stopped her, saying, "Uncle Huo, a wedding dress has a different meaning for a woman. Senior Yin certainly doesn't want her wedding dress to be taken by you."
A single word awakened me from my dream!
Jiu Niang disliked his looting the most.
That's when they knocked on the door of the shop that was already closed and closed overnight.
Yin Jiuniang hadn't even considered wearing a wedding dress, so she was surprised but also delighted to see that he had prepared one.
What woman doesn't dream of wearing a wedding dress? But she fell in love twice, and fate played a cruel trick on her both times. She thought her life would just stay like this forever...
She picked up the wedding dress, a gentle smile on her face. "Thank you."
Huo Zhan laughed along with him.
"Whether the banquet is held at your house or the house I just bought, it's up to you. If you say it's not a big event, then we'll just invite two tables."
Ye Zhenshi and his confidants sat at one table, while his trusted ministers sat at another. The reason for inviting the ministers of Dongwu to the banquet was to let them get to know their future mistress.
Yin Jiuniang said, "If it's convenient at your new house, then let's go there."
If you're getting married, you should act like one.
Huo Zhan couldn't help but hug Yin Jiu Niang tightly, "Jiu Niang, you're so good to me. I was such a bastard before."
His house was naturally convenient, with red silk ribbons hanging everywhere before he even stepped out.
Although she wanted to keep things simple, Ye Zhen felt that the proper blessing ceremony should still be followed, so she invited Old Madam Wang to comb Yin Jiu Niang's hair.
Madam Wang lived a happy life, and her kind and gentle appearance made her very suitable to be the person combing her hair.
When she arrived, Madam Wang and Su Luoqing came along with her.
Imperial Censor Wang only found out last night that his wife was going to Da Wei with his daughter-in-law, leaving him at home. The sky had fallen.
They had been a couple for over twenty years, inseparable and deeply in love. The sudden separation was heartbreaking; he would have no one to gossip with anymore.
But his wife wanted to go out for a walk, and he couldn't bear to refuse, so he simply took leave and came to the Marquis of Zhongyong's residence.
But outside the gate, they encountered the furtive Wang Jingshuo.
Well, he's just someone who can't bear to part with his wife and wants to spend more time with her.
After dressing up at the Marquis's residence, Yin Jiuniang boarded a carriage inside the mansion, and Ye Zhen and the others followed her to Huo Zhan's new residence.
Upon entering the courtyard, Huo Zhan knelt down in front of Yin Jiu Niang and said, "Jiu Niang, I'll carry you across."
This is against the rules, but this marriage is somewhat frivolous and too unfair to Jiu Niang. If the people of Dongwu don't take Jiu Niang seriously, he will have to make up for it elsewhere.
Before Yin Jiuniang could react, Shi Yan said, "My little sister doesn't like extravagance, so the wedding can be simple, but from now on, your feelings must be genuine."
Today, I, the King, bestow my younger sister upon you in marriage. I hope you will cherish and treat her well from now on. If you displease her, I will certainly send 100,000 elite Wei soldiers to take her back to Wei and find her another suitable husband.
Dongwu Chenzi, who originally disapproved of Huo Zhan carrying people on his back, swallowed back what he was about to say upon hearing this.
Rumor has it that the Xuanjia Army of the Great Wei is capable of fighting against a hundred men, not only because of their superior skills but also because of their excellent weaponry. The Great Wei even possesses muskets and explosives, and it is said that 100,000 Xuanjia soldiers could easily crush Dongwu.
With such a strong backing for the bride, it wouldn't be unreasonable for Your Majesty to carry her on your back.
If Your Majesty performs well, perhaps the Great Wei will provide Dongwu with some other support, such as weapon improvement or farmland renovation.
Huo Zhan was unaware that his subjects had already betrayed him for the benefit of the Great Wei. He solemnly promised, "Brother-in-law, rest assured, I will never make Ninth Sister sad again."
Shi Yan's expression remained unchanged upon hearing the term "brother-in-law who takes advantage of the situation," though he was fully aware of Huo Zhan's ulterior motives.
He hummed in agreement, then raised his chin. "Go ahead and memorize it."
Knowing that Shi Yan was backing her up, Yin Jiuniang naturally wouldn't refuse his kindness and climbed onto Huo Zhan's back.
Wang Jingshuo led the applause, and the house immediately became lively and bustling.
Ye Zhen suddenly felt a conflict that made her want to cry; she didn't know why, but she suddenly felt a strong urge to cry.
In her past life, her master rushed to the capital to save her, but was killed by Xie Yunzhou and Ye Wantang.
In this life, Master, live well; things will only get better from here on out.
Cui Yihuan teased her, "Look at this child, she's still reluctant to part with her master as he gets married."
Ye Zhen laughed and shouted at Huo Zhan, "I can't bear to part with him. If you treat Master badly, I'll take Master and run away, the kind of runaway you won't be able to find."
Huo Zhan, "..."
Was it easy for him to get a wife?
Upon learning of this, the emperor ordered a congratulatory gift to be sent.
Huo Zhan did not invite anyone to the wedding banquet.
The Empress was displeased again.
"The official in charge of rites represents His Majesty, yet Dongwu shows such disrespect to His Majesty."
Ye Zhen too, why doesn't she know how to uphold her in-laws' reputation? Before she had anyone to rely on, she never dared to act like this.
In his words, he shifted the blame onto Ye Zhen.
"There were only two tables, and we didn't invite any outsiders."
The emperor, not wanting her to cause trouble again, patiently explained, "I send gifts to maintain good relations. As long as the sentiment is there, Huo Zhan will understand. Even if the officials are invited to stay for a meal, they may not feel comfortable."
They invited people they knew and were close to. What would the official in charge of ceremonies do if he stayed behind? Did Da Yuan need their food?
Whether Huo Zhan is aware of the situation or not, who knows?
The Empress, looking indignant on behalf of the Emperor, said, "It was agreed before that the state banquet would be held after the New Year when the court resumes work, and the agreement between the two countries would be formally signed."
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