After the ceremony, everyone moved to the banquet area.
Inside the grand hall, delicacies were laid out in abundance, and the aroma of wine filled the air.
Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan sat in the main seats, receiving toasts and blessings from everyone.
After several rounds of drinks and dishes, Xu Ruyan stood up, took Yuanyin's hand, and toasted each of the guests to express her gratitude.
Their smiles, illuminated by the candlelight, appeared even more blissful and sweet. Wherever they went, people praised the couple as a perfect match, a match made in heaven.
Qi Ruyan looked at them, her heart filled with mixed emotions.
She recalled her past, those painful memories, which seemed to gradually fade away amidst the peace and joy of today.
She knew all too well that the love between the newlyweds was hard-won and all the more precious after weathering the storms.
And I should let go of the burdens of the past and embrace the future.
Qi Yanshang and Feng Li whispered and smiled to each other, their eyes frequently falling on Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan, full of envy and blessings.
Qi Yanshang gently held Feng Li's hand and whispered in her ear, "Soon, we will be as happy as they are."
Feng Li nodded slightly, a blush rising on her face, her eyes filled with anticipation for the future.
Chen Xiao sat in the VIP section, enjoying fine wine and delicacies while chatting with Xu Qian beside him.
Her gaze remained fixed on Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan, and she felt very gratified to see her friend finally find a good match.
She secretly vowed to protect the peaceful and prosperous world of Yechao, so that Xu Ruyan and Yuanyin could stay together in this stable country for a long time.
The wedding banquet lasted until late at night before the crowd gradually dispersed.
Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan returned to their new home, where red candles flickered, filling the room with warmth.
Xu Ruyan gently lifted Yuan Yin's red veil, looking at his beautiful wife before him, his heart filled with love.
"Yinyin, from this day forward, you are my wife, Xu Ruyan's wife. I will protect you for the rest of my life and never leave you," Xu Ruyan said affectionately.
Tears welled in Yuan Yin's eyes as she nodded slightly: "Ruyan, I believe you. May we walk hand in hand through every day and night, appreciating the splendor and vicissitudes of this world together."
After saying that, the two embraced each other. The moonlight outside the window was like water, shining on them as if draping them in a holy silver veil.
And this story of Ye Chao has turned a new page in the happiness of the newlyweds. In the days to come, they will write more beautiful and legendary stories with their relatives and friends.
The next morning, sunlight streamed through the window onto the bed, and Yuan Yin slowly awoke to find Xu Ruyan's gentle sleeping face before her.
Her heart was filled with happiness and peace. She gently raised her hand, wanting to touch her lover's face, but she was afraid of disturbing this tranquility.
Xu Ruyan seemed to sense something, slowly opened her eyes, and saw Yuan Yin staring at her. A faint smile appeared on her lips, and she said softly, "Madam, you're awake?"
Yuan Yin glanced at him with a slight blush on her cheeks, but he pulled her into his arms.
The two got up, washed up, and tidied themselves up before going to the courtyard.
The red silk and fresh flowers in the courtyard still exuded a festive atmosphere, and the servants came and went, their faces beaming with joy.
Qi Ruyan and her group, along with Chen Xiao and a few others, also came to visit. The group sat around a stone table in the garden, enjoying tea and chatting.
For a moment, laughter and cheerful voices echoed in the courtyard.
Feng Li looked at Yuan Yin and said, "Princess, what are your plans for the future?"
Yuan Yin pondered for a moment and said, "I want to travel around with Ru Yan, to see the beautiful landscape of Ye Chao, and to experience the local customs and culture."
Xu Ruyan nodded in agreement: "That's right, reading ten thousand books is not as good as traveling ten thousand miles. Yinyin and I also want to leave our own memories on this journey."
A hint of envy flashed in Qi Ruyan's eyes as she said, "That's wonderful. You're young, and you should go out and explore more. But the world isn't always peaceful, so you should be careful when you travel."
Yuan Yin looked at her gratefully: "Don't worry, Madam Qi, we will make thorough preparations."
Upon hearing their plan, Chen Xiao smiled and said, "There are countless beautiful sights in this world. It is truly a great blessing in life that you can travel together with me."
Yuan Yin seemed to sense Chen Xiao's feelings and gently held her hand, saying, "Xiao Xiao, your protection of the Night Dynasty is a great achievement. When we return from our travels, we will definitely share the interesting things that happened along the way with you, so that you can also experience the local customs and culture of different places."
Chen Xiao nodded slightly, his eyes full of anticipation: "Alright, as long as the Night Dynasty is at peace and you can fully enjoy this travel experience, I will be satisfied."
Feng Li laughed from the side, "Your Majesty, please don't be like this. In the future, when there are no more disputes in the Night Dynasty, you can also find a confidant to travel the world with.
A true friend...
All eyes turned to Xu Ruyu.
Chen Xiao choked and looked at Feng Li: "When we first met, I thought you were a cold and indifferent person. I never expected that Miss Feng Li would be someone who is good at teasing others. I just hope that Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan have a smooth journey and do not encounter any danger."
"Okay, okay, you're right!" Feng Li replied dismissively.
...
A few days later, Yuan Yin and Xu Ruyan bid farewell to everyone and embarked on their travels.
They rode horses, carrying simple luggage, and first arrived at the water towns of Jiangnan.
The scenery of Jiangnan is picturesque, with small bridges, flowing water, and houses, and winding bluestone paths.
They strolled through the ancient town, admiring the old architecture and savoring the local delicacies.
By the river, Yuan Yin saw an old woman washing clothes. Curious, she went up to help. The old woman liked her very much because she looked well-behaved and was dressed beautifully but was not arrogant. She chatted with her about everyday things.
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