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One must say that the royal methods and financial power are extraordinary. After a night of revelry, as dawn broke over the Capital of the Departed Nation, the sound of resounding gongs and drums echoed through the air.
"What’s happening?"
"Oh my, this is incredible! Look at that procession, it’s so magnificent..."
It was rare to see such a crowd on the streets. With the competition approaching, the number of people had already dwindled, but today, the tranquility was replaced by excitement.
"That’s a wedding procession! Look at that man at the front, he’s so handsome!"
"His attire doesn’t seem to be from our Exiled Nation."
"You ignorant women! You can’t even understand what you’re watching. That’s the attire of Cloud Nation." A man mingling in the crowd sneered, "It must be a marriage alliance. Just look at that grandeur; it’s no less than a royal wedding."
A plump woman perked up upon hearing this. "Oh, you know so much! But do we even have a daughter in our Sovereign family to marry off?"
The man was taken aback by her words, his earlier pride diminished as he slinked away into the crowd.
"Well said, Fat Lady!" praised a slimmer woman beside her, giving a thumbs up.
The Fat Lady smiled proudly, brushing aside her stray hair. "How dare he call us ignorant women? Hmph, we should show him a thing or two."
The crowd continued to murmur for quite some time. The procession was not headed toward the palace but rather toward a gathering place for the Nobility. The man who had been praised at the front of the procession was none other than Yun Tianmo.
Today, he was dressed in formal attire representing the Cloud Kingdom Prince. Even though the sun had not yet fully risen, its rays still illuminated his face, making him shine brilliantly.
"Nangong Yao is probably going crazy," Yun Tianying remarked as he lagged half a horse length behind Yun Tianmo, looking forward to the spectacle.
Next to him was Ning Zhiyuan, who was also dressed elegantly for the occasion. Hearing this, he nodded and laughed heartily, "And that guy who looks just like me, Nangong Tuo, I’m afraid he’ll be down in the dumps from now on."
Yun Tianmo did not miss the gloating of the two behind him amidst the noisy sounds of drums and gongs. Without turning around, he merely curled his lips into a smile.
"Wow, look at him, he looks really good when he smiles."
"Isn't that right? The groom is so handsome; I wonder which family’s daughter he will marry."
The envious praises were endless. The sudden commotion at the Capital of the Departed Nation quickly caught the attention of the nobility, as well as that of someone in the palace.
"What did you say?!" Nan Gong Yao had just stood up when he heard Li Feng report that Yun Tianmo was to marry Ouyang Zixin today.
Li Feng was also sweating profusely; this news came too suddenly with no prior indication. Gritting his teeth, he said, "It’s true."
"What are you doing?!" Nan Gong Yao rushed to his feet, pushing aside the maidservant who was assisting him with his clothes. He quickly threw on an outer garment and headed out while asking, "Where's Tuoer?"
Li Feng followed closely behind Nan Gong Yao and replied, "The Third Prince is still in his chambers..."
A few days ago, due to a dispute with Nan Gong Yao, Nangong Tuo had been placed under house arrest. The suddenness of this situation left Nan Gong Yao feeling extremely troubled. Hearing that Nangong Tuo was still confined eased his mind slightly. "Increase the number of guards; this matter must not reach his ears."
"Understood," Li Feng nodded in agreement, "but..."
"But what? Head to Ouyang Xuan's Mansion! I want to see what they are up to!" Nan Gong Yao was furious; it was one thing for Yun Tianmo to disregard him, but now Ouyang Hao dared to act without consulting him. He had humbly sought a marriage alliance for his precious son multiple times, and now everything had turned upside down. It was hard for him to accept this situation, let alone Nangong Tuo.
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"Miss, you look truly beautiful today." Liu Ying said with tears in her eyes as she smiled while styling Ouyang Zixin's hair.
Looking at herself in the mirror, Ouyang Zixin smiled. Yes, they all say that the bride is the most beautiful, and today she is that most beautiful woman, destined to become the happiest woman.
"Are you ready yet?" Bai Su had already urged several times from outside the door and could no longer wait, so she pushed the door open. Seeing her daughter dressed up beautifully, she suddenly froze in place, one hand over her heart, murmuring, "You've grown up, my precious Xin'er has really grown up."
"Mother." Ouyang Zixin looked at Bai Su in the mirror and sweetly called out.
Bai Su stepped forward, took the comb from Liu Ying's hand, and completed the final touches while choking back tears, saying, "A comb for a lifetime..."
Tears silently fell...
The room of Ouyang Zixin suddenly fell silent, contrasting sharply with the bustling excitement outside Yuexin Pavilion.
"Alright, alright, look! My Xin'er is truly the most beautiful girl in the world," Bai Su exclaimed, turning slightly to secretly wipe away her tears.
Today is a day of great joy; there can be no crying!
Ouyang Zixin slowly stood up. The wedding dress was somewhat heavy, causing her movements to slow down but making her appear even more elegant.
Bai Su and Liu Ying along with Liu Lu looked on in amazement; this was a side of Ouyang Zixin they had never seen before. Usually, she dressed very simply, but today was completely different.
"Joy has arrived! The groom is here to welcome you..."
The mother and daughter didn't have much time to talk anymore as a young boy outside shouted to announce the good news; Yun Tianmo's wedding procession had arrived at the door.
"Hurry, cover her head with the veil and help your young lady out," Bai Su called to Liu Ying and Liu Lu while turning around a few times in thought, making sure nothing was overlooked.
With the bright red veil covering her head, Ouyang Zixin could only see a sea of red as she was gently supported by Liu Ying and Liu Lu toward the main entrance.
Outside the door, Yun Tianmo had dismounted and was speaking to Ouyang Hao.
"Joyful occasion, joyful occasion, the bride is coming out..." The shout from the young servant drew everyone's attention towards the door.
They saw Ouyang Zixin, dressed in a bright red wedding gown, being supported by Liu Ying and Liu Lu as she walked out. Ouyang Hao's eyes were filled with joy as he glanced deeply at Yun Tianmo before slightly nodding to signal him to receive the bride.
Yun Tianmo stepped forward, standing outside the threshold, waiting for his lifelong partner who was approaching him.
"Joyful union, joyful union, the groom and bride are happily joined..." The young servant sang again.
Their hands met in the air, happiness flowing between them...
"Finally, this day has come."
This was the thought in both of their hearts at that moment...
"Joy to the sedan chair, joy to the sedan chair, welcoming the bride into the sedan chair..."
Yun Tianmo assisted Ouyang Zixin to the front of the sedan chair, softly reminding her with a voice full of tenderness.
First marriage, she was getting married... (To be continued.)
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