vrcanaries Chapter 1334 The ceremony is completed
Chapter 1334 The ceremony is completed
The sounds of ceremonial music and the resounding beat of gongs and drums filled the air.
The children, clutching sweet cakes, ran joyfully around the table, shouting, "It's time for the wedding ceremony! It's time for the wedding ceremony! The two of us are going to become a couple!"
The child's innocent words brought laughter to many guests. Before long, Wei Jing and Man Niang, each holding one end of a red silk ribbon, stepped into the main hall under the guidance of the wedding attendant.
Red dates and peanuts were scattered all over the ground, and the matchmaker sang loudly: "Red silk binds us, joy connects us, the newlyweds walk hand in hand into the hall!"
The young couple took two more steps forward and stopped. Wei's parents, who were in the main seat, had already quietly wiped away their tears.
The matchmaker stepped aside, stood with her hands at her sides, and said, "Proceed with the wedding ceremony!"
"We'll have a wedding ceremony! We'll have a wedding ceremony! We'll have a wedding ceremony!" the children chanted.
The deacon, standing on the right side of the main hall, holding the ceremonial book, loudly proclaimed: "The wedding ceremony begins—!"
Wei Jing and Man Niang secretly gripped the red silk.
From this day forward, they will have another identity for each other.
One is recognized by heaven and earth, approved by parents, and bound by etiquette and law, relying on each other for love.
The deacon solemnly announced, "First bow to Heaven and Earth—respecting Heaven and Earth, may the newlyweds have a smooth and healthy life, and peace year after year!"
The couple lifted their robes, knelt down, and solemnly worshipped Heaven.
"Second worship high hall-"
The couple kowtowed to Wei's parents. Wei's mother instinctively reached out to help them up, but was pulled back to her senses by the steward's praise: "Husband and wife bow to each other—"
The joy reached its peak at this moment.
Under the watchful eyes of everyone, Wei Jing and Man Niang stood facing each other, and Wei Jing slowly bowed.
A bow to know and cherish each other.
The second bow signifies mutual respect and love.
Three bows to each other to spend the rest of our lives together.
"May you grow old together in happiness!"
It's unclear who first offered their congratulations, but instantly, a flood of congratulatory messages poured into the main hall.
After the ceremony, Wei Jing helped Man Niang to her feet.
Their hands reached across the red silk and clasped tightly together.
The deacon turned to face Shen Zheng, his voice tinged with a excitement he hadn't shown before: "Please—officiant, read the wedding vows, and let the ceremony conclude!"
The guests stirred.
"Here he comes! It's time for our Lord Shen to speak!"
"This is the first time our Lord Shen has served as a witness at a wedding! Everyone listen carefully!"
At the main table, the Empress Dowager and Yu Shizhang also looked at Shen Zheng with smiles on their faces.
Shen Zheng secretly breathed a sigh of relief and stepped forward to the young couple.
Man Niang winked at her, while Wei Jing looked nervous.
With a slight smile, she said, "Today, with heaven and earth as our witness, our ancestors as our witness, our elders as our congratulations, and our relatives and friends as our celebration, the bride, Li Man, and the groom, Wei Jing, are of one heart and mind. On this auspicious day and time, they shall perform the wedding ceremony! I, Shen Zheng, shall be the officiant. May the two newlyweds live in harmony and good health, stay together year after year, and enjoy lasting happiness and prosperity!"
"Good!" Ba Lezhan shouted, raising his hand to applaud.
When Granny Chang glanced at him, he suddenly shrank back and stopped moving.
Inside the hall, Shen Zheng looked towards the courtyard: "The marriage agreement is legal, a match made in heaven! Witness Shen Zheng, witnessing the marriage ceremony of the two newlyweds—the ceremony is complete!"
The couple bowed to Shen Zheng in unison, saying, "Thank you, sir!"
"it is good!"
The guests in the courtyard rose to their feet, and applause, cheers, and congratulations echoed throughout the courtyard, lingering for a long time.
The steward and the wedding attendant announced in unison, "The banquet begins!"
Mr. and Mrs. Wei quickly stood up: "Honored guests, please enjoy your meal!"
The most exciting part of the wedding banquet has arrived.
"Let's eat!" At the third table on the left side of the courtyard, Fang Ziyan rolled up both sleeves, as if he wouldn't stop until he was so full he couldn't stand up straight.
Not long after Shen Zheng returned to the main table, Man Niang arrived with Wei Jing and Wei's parents.
Looking at the Empress Dowager sitting upright in the main seat, Man Niang was slightly taken aback and blurted out, "Old Madam?"
Previously, Wei Jing had secretly told her that a dignified old lady was coming to the wedding banquet with Wang Guangjin today, and judging from the appearance of Lord Shen and the Earl of Yongning, it seemed that they were familiar with that old lady.
She pondered for a long time in the backyard, but she never expected that this old lady was the same one she had stayed at the Guanding Inn at the beginning of the year.
At that time, Lord Shen obviously did not recognize this person.
But today...
Before she could think it through, the old lady spoke up: "Does the bride still remember me?"
Man Niang's heart tightened for no apparent reason.
She quickly composed herself, curtsied, and said, "At the beginning of the year, I had the honor of meeting you, Madam. You were a woman of extraordinary bearing, and I have never forgotten it."
The Empress Dowager had a faint smile in her eyes and spoke in a gentle tone: "You have a good memory. Get up. Today is your big day. There's no need for formalities or to pay too much attention to me. I'm just here with Zheng'er to have a drink at your wedding."
Man Niang glanced at Shen Zheng secretly.
Seeing Shen Zheng nod slightly, she then stood up with Wei Jing and Wei's parents.
The matchmaker handed over a wine cup, which Manniang accepted first.
After Wei Jing and his parents raised their wine cups, she said, "Madam, my family and I toast you. We thank you for your presence and wish you good health and longevity."
After saying that, she drank the wine in her cup in one gulp.
......
Twilight Quadruple.
Bright red lanterns hung high, illuminating the Wei residence as if it were daytime.
As the guests toasted each other, the people at the main table left their seats.
Shen Zheng rode with the Empress Dowager. As the wheels rumbled, the Empress Dowager lifted a corner of the carriage curtain and looked at a carriage behind them. Suddenly, she asked, "Is that child Mu Ruojue?"
Shen Zheng's heart skipped a beat, and she suddenly remembered what Xin Ji had said before—"Mu Ruojue is very likely of royal blood."
The Empress Dowager's question has now practically confirmed this suspicion.
But Shen Zheng dared not ask, nor could she ask, and simply answered the Empress Dowager's question, "Yes, Your Majesty."
"He, like the girl from the Cui family, has become your disciple?" the Empress Dowager asked again.
Shen Zheng shook her head: "His becoming a disciple of Lord Liang Fu was His Majesty's decision. His temporary stay in Tong'an County was also... His Majesty's decision."
The Empress Dowager pondered for a moment.
"It seems that I did not see Liang Fu today."
Shen Zheng spoke frankly: "The East and West Wards of the capital cannot do without Lord Liang for the time being."
The Empress Dowager looked at her and said directly, "Then the Emperor is entrusting Mu Ruojue to you."
Shen Zheng lowered her eyes.
indeed so.
On the surface, the emperor ordered Mu Ruojue to become Liang Fu's student.
In reality, Mu Ruojue was handed over to her.
"Fine, let him stay in Tongan County then." The Empress Dowager recalled that glimpse earlier. "This child has a handsome appearance, and he looks somewhat like his father."
Shen Zheng looked down at her nose, and then at her heart.
The Empress Dowager chuckled: "Aren't you curious about who his father is?"
Shen Zhengxin stared at her toes, saying "I dare not be curious," but in reality, she was already itching with curiosity.
The Empress Dowager looked at her and laughed: "When you are stationed in the capital for a long time, you will naturally learn about his background. Telling you now will only add to your troubles."
have to.
This time, Shen Zheng was genuinely not curious.
She is very satisfied with her current life and doesn't want any worries.
Suddenly, the Empress Dowager reached out and covered her hand.
"When we arrive, I'll show you some good things." After a pause, the Empress Dowager added, "Call the Earl of Yongning along."
Shen Zheng's eyes suddenly lit up.
What was the Empress Dowager's status? The "good stuff" she mentioned must be of high quality!