Chapter 276 That Unforgettable Wedding
On the evening of September 30th, my mother regretted having only the two of them attend the hotel wedding and suggested we stick with the old ways. She even prepared a red envelope, one in a million, to give to Xiaolin in person.
My sister was very unhappy and said, "You keep changing your mind and it makes Shanhong feel embarrassed."
I had no choice but to communicate with Mr. Chen temporarily.
Mr. Chen said, "Then cut out all the details about Mr. Cao, Qing Ruo, Chun Yazi, Mr. Tan, and you turning into champagne. Leave the remaining time to me, Master, Mr. Deng, and President Song and his wife."
I communicated with Cheng Wei again.
I thought he would be unhappy with all the changes, but he said, "Everything is subject to your opinion."
The next morning at 8:30, a motorcade arrived at the Chengtian Hotel to pick up the bride and the guests and brought them to my house. My cousin Wan Guchun held a simple Chinese wedding according to Chinese etiquette.
Then the convoy drove towards the Rising Sun Hotel.
Twenty-two tables were set up in the sixth-floor hall. Thanks to the proper management of Yifan, my brother-in-law, Lao Xiao, Mingbai, and others, and especially the cooperation of my uncles and cousins, there were no problems.
Before the wedding ceremony started, Mr. Deng waved to me. I walked over and he whispered something to me. I nodded.
Mr. Deng and I invited Master to come to Wuxiang Square together. Mr. Deng asked, "Shanhong and I would like to invite Master to return to our hometown and rebuild Youranju." Those who agreed applauded.
Three tables of guests arrived from Wuxiang, and everyone stood up and applauded for a long time. The guests at other tables all looked over.
Some had seen the Master when they entered the hall, while others had not. Those who had not greeted the Master stretched out their hands and shook his hand warmly.
It took about four or five minutes for the master to return to the VIP seat and sit down.
The wedding hall was decorated in a unique style, with festive red flowers and warm lighting creating a cozy atmosphere.
The host did not go on stage. He stood on the side of the stage and broadcast the first message in his deep and rich baritone: Dear leaders, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, the wedding ceremony of Mr. Wan Shanhong and Miss Tao Xiaolin will begin on time at 10:28. Please take your seats and keep quiet.
After he played it twice, the hall fell silent.
Music started, and on the screen, a woman ran swiftly, turning back occasionally and letting out a silvery laugh. A man was chasing her. Then came boating, watching snails, reading, riding the cable car, and looking each other in the trees in the park's grove.
Voice-over: One is Wan Shanhong, the other is Tao Xiaolin. What is love in this world?
It is running on the beach, playing on the grass, watching the mountains turn red on the cable car, and meeting in Xiaolin after dusk.
It is reading a book together in spring, appreciating the golden house in the book, and it is rowing a boat on Shangzhou Lake in summer, expressing the joy of being able to ride the same boat together in this life...
I really admire the wedding company for squeezing in the limited footage we shot and making it feel like a blockbuster. The voiceover writing skills are also quite good.
After the short film, Cheng Wei appeared on stage in a formal attire, his demeanor steady and stylish.
"Dear leaders, dear friends and relatives, ladies and gentlemen, the wedding ceremony of Mr. Wan Shanhong and Ms. Tao Xiaolin is now officially beginning."
There was thunderous applause from the audience.
"Dear friends, in each of our lives, we will encounter many coincidences. When we encounter some people, some things, some memories, our hearts will suddenly become clear, and it will open a window, a door, and let our imaginations begin.
Actually, what I want to say is that in the world of love, this kind of coincidence is called fate. They have been in love for three years, and today they have finally achieved their goal and become husband and wife. I believe that you, like me, want to hear this romantic story.
Now, please welcome the groom Wan Shanhong and the bride Tao Xiaolin to make their grand appearance.
To the sound of soothing music, I proposed to Xiaolin. My father-in-law handed Xiaolin to me. Both sets of parents came on stage, and we offered tea to them and exchanged rings. My father gave a thank-you speech. I won't go into detail about all of this.
If you have ever attended a wedding, you can picture all the details.
After this segment, the host said, "To congratulate Wan Shanhong and Tao Xiaolin on their marriage, today we have gathered so many distinguished guests. The guests have many words of blessing for the bride and groom."
The first person I would like to invite is Mr. Chen Yousheng, Chairman and General Manager of Xuri Group. Let us welcome Mr. Chen with warm applause to deliver his speech.
Mr. Chen calmly walked up to the podium. The Rising Sun Square was the first to applaud, leading the entire audience to applaud.
"Dear friends, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen, good morning. On this wonderful moment, on behalf of all the employees of Asahi, I would like to congratulate Shanhong and Xiaolin on joining hands in life and becoming a happy couple.
Shanhong is an outstanding executive at Rising Sun. Since joining the company, he has made significant contributions to its development and growth. He is both civil and military, and possesses exceptional strategic vision. I'd like to give him a nickname.
Because the rising sun is on the left side of the upper river, I gave him the nickname "Jiangzuo Wanchaoren." (Applause, screams) Xiaolin is an excellent designer, both beautiful and intelligent, so I gave her the nickname "Jiangzuo Xianfu" (Applause, laughter).
Here, I wish Superman and his wife a happy and long life together. Thank you all!
There was warm applause from the audience.
Cheng Wei took the microphone and said, "Thank you, Chairman." Then he stood in front of the stage and asked, "Mr. Chen described Mr. Wan Shanhong as a superman. Do you want to meet the superman's master?"
The audience shouted: "I want to..."
Cheng Wei said, "Today, I would like to specially introduce Wan Shanhong's mentor. He is a highly respected master of Chinese studies and an inheritor and promoter of traditional Chinese culture. Let us give a warm round of applause to Master Hongyi for his speech."
The scene suddenly became quiet. Many people didn't know my master. They stretched their necks to look around, and some even crowded to the front desk to see.
The master stood up and slowly walked up to the podium. People were amazed by his sage-like appearance. He stood there, as straight as a pine tree, and without any formalities, he began to speak:
On the joyous day of Shanhong and Xiaolin's wedding, I have many things to say, but today I'll just talk about the Three Emotions. (The audience was confused, not knowing what the Three Emotions were.)
The world is vast, but only family, love, and friendship. I hope that after you get married, you will respect your elders and be friendly to your relatives, which is called family love.
Being of one mind, loving and helping each other is called love;
Friendly relationship with colleagues, like-minded people, classmates and comrades is called friendship.
"The disciple surpasses the master. Today you are my disciple, tomorrow you will be my teacher. If this is true, it will bring me great comfort as a teacher for the rest of my life!"
After saying this, he turned around and, without knowing when, he had two flowers in his hands. He walked towards us, holding one for each of us. Xiaolin and I bowed to him.
These sincere and heartfelt words from Master won long applause.
The host said: "Thank you, Master Hongyi, for your heartfelt speech. Next, we would like to invite Mr. Deng Fugen, Chairman of Fengqing Group, a good friend of Wan Shanhong from Wuxiang. Mr. Deng, please come on stage.
People looked around and saw President Deng stand up and walk up to the podium with great dignity.
"Hello friends! I met Shanhong through our mutual benefactor, Master Hongyi. We have been together for several years, and despite the age difference, we are like brothers. He is my master's right-hand man.
Everyone knew I was married as soon as they saw me (laughter). I said to Shanhong, you have to find the most beautiful and virtuous woman in the world before I will attend your wedding.
Today, I am here. (Laughter, applause)
Having a true friend in life is enough. Before, I was Shanhong's confidant, but now I understand my place (laughter). I wish Shanhong and Xiaolin a happy marriage and a baby soon! Thank you all!
There was another long round of applause.
Cheng Wei enters the stage: "Everyone knows that Mr. Wan Shanhong provides psychological counseling, but what many may not know is that he also writes well. He was once the vice president of the Wuxiang Prose Society." (Applause)
Today, Mr. Song Youzhi, President of the Wuxiang City Prose Society, and his wife, Ms. Chen, would like to send their blessings to the newlyweds.
When this handsome man and beautiful woman made their grand appearance, they caused a burst of screams. The man was so handsome, and the woman was so graceful.
The staff had already brought out a piano, and Teacher Chen sat at it with a calm demeanor. She began by playing an interlude, a truly "gentle pluck, slow rubbing, repeated picking, like pearls falling on a jade plate."
The skills are amazing.
President Song said, "I wrote a prose poem specifically for them. I wish this talented couple the best."
His voice was deep and deep:
The river flows day and night, whether you see it or not, love is there.
The bright moon rises over the sea. Whether you look at it or not, the moon is there.
He spoke faster, his voice high and passionate:
In every day of missing you, you are my beautiful scenery.
In every morning, you are my rising sun.
…
Teacher Chen's rhythm is very good. Sometimes it is like a galloping horse, and sometimes it is like the tinkling of spring water.
After the song was finished, applause broke out.
Cheng Wei said: "As soon as President Song started talking, I knew that my hosting skills were still at the level of an elementary school student (laughter).
Originally, by this time, today's wedding celebrations were coming to an end. But, but,
However, my immediate superior, Ms. Guyu, winner of the Drama Plum Blossom Award and director of the Provincial Opera Troupe, insists on singing a song on stage. I can't make the decision. Do you agree?
The audience shouted: Agree——
Next, please welcome Captain Gu.
Captain Gu was dressed up today and looked extremely beautiful. As soon as she came on stage, she stunned everyone.
Unexpectedly, there were five young girls behind them, walking onto the stage in costumes.
There was thunderous applause, screams and cheers.
When the applause died down, Cheng Wei said with a smile, "Captain Gu is singing 'A Lifetime of Waiting,' a duet between a man and a woman. Excuse me, Captain, where is your significant other?"
Captain Gu pointed to the stage with confidence.
I didn't expect that it was Baiyun who stood up.
Cheng Wei said, "Now, please welcome the screenwriter of 'A Martial Arts Story', the famous writer Mr. Bai Yun."
This was really lively. People didn't expect that there was a celebrity among the guests, and there was another round of warm applause.
I whispered to Xiaolin, "They didn't improvise. They had prepared for it long ago, but I didn't know."
Xiaolin had a happy smile on his face.
Music starts:
Woman: I have waited until the snowflakes come.
Your tenderness is still there,
I want to hold your hand and walk with you forever.
M: If you see through the scenery of life, you will know how to cherish it in the future.
Your kiss, your love, I will remember it forever.
…
Those in the audience who could sing joined in, waving their arms. Music is the most emotionally stirring art form, and at this moment, the atmosphere of the wedding reached its climax. Even my father, a reserved man, joined in the others, standing and waving his arms.
Among the five dancing girls, three of them winked at me when they turned around.
The music stopped, but the applause continued.
Cheng Wei came on stage: "This is the most exciting, touching and happiest time I have ever had since I guest-hosted a wedding. Let me wipe away my tears of joy and happiness."
He actually took out a piece of napkin and wiped it.
There was another round of applause from the audience.
After a while, he said:
"I believe everyone will feel a surge of warmth in their hearts. From today on, there is another happy couple on our planet.
Now, I propose that we raise our glasses of fine wine and toast to the happiness of Wanshan Hongtao Xiaolin! "
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