allonlinenovel Chapter 266 The Wedding Marriage
Chapter 266 The Wedding Marriage
Shi Zi immediately cried out to Daya for help: "Oh dear, Sister Daya, please help me!"
Xiaoyue persisted, glaring at Shizi and saying, "Grand Commander, what a load of rubbish!"
"Don't you even look at how many people died on the battlefield? You still dare to dream of becoming a Grand Commander!"
Daya stepped forward and advised, "Alright, alright, Xiaoyue, stop scolding him."
These kids only developed these ambitions because of the stories Xiaoya told them; there's no need to argue with them about it!
Xiaoyue snorted and said, "Big Sister, you're just spoiling them!"
They thought they were invincible just because they knew a little bit of martial arts.
I think we should dampen their arrogance and let them know that there are always people more capable than themselves, and that there's always something beyond their understanding.
Stop thinking all you do is go to the battlefield and fight on the front lines.
Daya smiled helplessly, then pushed the stones aside and said, "Alright, stop fooling around. You guys go and fold everything up and put it away again."
In about ten days, it will be Shanzi and Yao'er's wedding day.
Don't get the gifts from the Spirit King dirty or damaged!
When the younger children heard that Daya had changed the subject, they knew that the matter was over.
They obediently went forward and gathered around the box, starting to tidy it up carefully.
For the next ten days or so, everyone was extremely busy.
Besides going outside the city every day to help treat the injured people who had fled the famine,
Back in the courtyard, they meticulously arranged the scene for Shanzi and Cai Yao'er's wedding.
The days flew by amidst their busyness and anticipation, and finally, the joyous day of their wedding arrived.
In the early morning, when the first rays of sunlight fall on the courtyard.
The place was already bustling with activity.
Red ribbons hung high in the courtyard, fluttering in the wind, creating a festive red ocean.
The uncles, aunts, and other elders were constantly busy moving around in the yard.
Some were setting up tables and chairs, while others were welcoming arriving guests.
Everyone has a happy smile on their face.
The wedding procession was ready well in advance.
In fact, the journey for the wedding procession was not far, because the courtyard was an ingeniously designed multi-courtyard complex.
The entrance area in front of it is the main entrance courtyard.
The main entrance is an extremely grand gate.
The palatial gatehouse, with its yellow roof gleaming in the sunlight, was undoubtedly the most eye-catching feature of the entire residence.
At this moment, members of the Su family were already standing orderly at the door, warmly welcoming each distinguished guest who came to offer their congratulations.
Upon entering the courtyard, there are attached courtyards on the left and right sides, each forming a relatively independent small courtyard.
These courtyards serve multiple functions; some are used as family residences, exuding warmth and tranquility.
Some were used as studies, filled with the scent of ink;
Others serve as warehouses, storing various items.
They are cleverly separated from the main courtyard by walls, yet connected to each other by winding corridors.
It ensures independence without sacrificing overall coherence.
Further back are the rear quarters and inner courtyard area, which is also dotted with elegant gardens.
The last courtyard is actually a clever combination of three courtyards.
It is worth mentioning that there is an additional palace-style building on the left side of the courtyard compared to the right side, making it appear more grand and solemn.
On the left side of the courtyard, there is another ingenious spot: a garden water feature with pavilions.
The clear blue water in the pond complements the surrounding trees and rockeries, creating a picturesque scene, much like a "leisure garden area" within a residence.
It adds a touch of liveliness and elegance to the entire residence, adjusting the atmosphere and making people feel as if they are in a poetic painting of the Jiangnan water towns.
When the people of Sujia Village first arrived, they all lived in the courtyard on the right.
Later, when Cai Yao'er and her group arrived, considering that the right side was already full, they were arranged to stay in the palace-style building with an attic.
In this way, Shanzi's wedding procession would start from the courtyard on the right, pass through the main courtyard, and then arrive at the courtyard on the left to welcome Cai Yao'er.
Shanzi, dressed in a red and gold wedding gown, was leading the wedding procession at the front.
The wedding procession included Xiao Lie, A Fu, Shi Zi, Xiao Man, Li Honglin, and several children from nearby courtyards.
A sedan chair followed in the middle, and they made their way to the courtyard on the left, accompanied by gongs and drums.
As soon as they arrived at the courtyard, Daya, Xiaoyue, Shui'er, Xiaohe, Yuan'er, and Li Ling'er stopped them.
Shui'er spoke first: "Brother Shanzi, if you want to come and fetch the bride, you'll have to get past us first!"
Shanzi greeted him with a smile and replied, "Oh, then how can I get through?"
Shui'er said with ill intent, "It's very simple. If Brother Shanzi wants to marry Sister Yao'er, he has to do us a favor."
Shanzi asked, "Tell me!"
Shui'er drawled, "It's just that...we are all Yao'er's family members, and we came out to personally welcome her husband on behalf of Yao'er's family."
From now on, as Yao'er's husband, I must dote on their daughter on behalf of Grandpa Cai and Grandma Cai.
Otherwise, we would have had to stand up for Sister Yao'er then!
Shanzi laughed and said, "Alright, alright, even if you didn't say anything, I would still treat Yao'er well!"
Shui'er, hands on her hips, questioned, "Hmph... Fine, you pass!"
In fact, Cai Yao'er had already dressed up and was waiting in the room for Shanzi to pick her up.
But Shui'er insisted on making this happen, saying that she couldn't let her brother Shanzi get away with it too easily.
In the end, Cai Yao'er had no choice but to let her have her way!
She wore a phoenix crown, the pearls and jade on it shimmering, and the beaded curtain hanging down swayed gently, half-concealing her shy face.
Dressed in a ceremonial robe, she resembled a blooming, beautiful peony, captivating and enchanting.
During the wedding procession, both sides engaged in a series of fun interactions according to custom, filled with laughter and joy.
Xiao Die led Cai Yao'er out of the room and into the sedan chair with her mistress.
The journey is short; upon returning from the wedding procession, the wedding ceremony will take place.
The temporary wedding hall in the courtyard was decorated solemnly and festively, with red candles burning brightly and various offerings placed on the incense table.
Surrounded by the crowd, Shanzi and Cai Yao'er slowly entered the wedding hall.
"First bow to Heaven and Earth!" As the master of ceremonies' resounding voice rang out, the two devoutly kowtowed to Heaven and Earth, giving thanks for their blessings.
"Two thanks to the high hall!"
Both of their parents had passed away, so they originally wanted to skip this step.
But in the end, Shanzi suggested that Grandma Su and Cai Wen sit in the main hall and receive their kowtows.
Shanzi and Cai Yao'er expressed their deep respect and gratitude to their elders.
"Husband and wife bow to each other!" The two bow to each other, their eyes meeting, filled with love for each other and expectations for their future life.
"The ceremony is complete, escort them to the bridal chamber!" Amid cheers from the crowd, Shanzi led Cai Yao'er into the warmly and romantically decorated bridal chamber.