Traveling back to ancient times to get rich

Chapter 6 The night of flowers and candles in the bridal chamber

In this small mountain village, Gu Changfeng usually appears aloof, but he is actually kind-hearted and often treats the villagers' illnesses with his master. Therefore, despite living far away, many villagers came to help with his wedding preparations. Since Ye Qingchen has no maternal family, and Gu Changfeng's master is away on a tour, only the village chief could be invited to the main hall. If the village chief knew that Gu Changfeng was actually the Seventh Prince, he would definitely not dare to sit there. However, Gu Changfeng did not reveal his true identity, which completely surprised the village chief, making him feel at ease sitting in the main hall.

At dawn, sunlight streamed onto the thatched cottage, which had been carefully decorated by a group of enthusiastic aunties and grandmothers, making it look exceptionally warm and inviting. Red lanterns hung high, and soft red silk fluttered in the breeze, filling the entire cottage with a festive atmosphere.

Besides the village chief, the respected clan elder also came in person to organize the wedding. In a solemn ceremony, with the call of "First bow to heaven and earth, second bow to parents, husband and wife bow to each other, then enter the bridal chamber," Ye Qingchen, wearing a red veil, was led into the bridal chamber, while the groom, Gu Changfeng, stayed outside to drink with the guests.

Ye Qingchen sat quietly in the bridal chamber, her head covered by a red veil, a sense of worry rising in her heart. She knew Gu Changfeng's health was poor and feared he might feel unwell due to excessive drinking. Although Gu Changfeng was a skilled doctor, she guessed he was also incapable of healing himself, and his health was far from perfect.

The clan chief and the village chief shared the same concerns. They both hoped Gu Changfeng would stay healthy, as he was a valuable asset to the village. So, after Gu Changfeng had a couple of drinks with the clan chief and village chief, he was ushered into the bridal chamber by the clan chief's grandmother and the village chief's aunt. The clan chief and village chief continued to help them entertain the villagers, ensuring the wedding atmosphere remained lively. Gu Changfeng had prepared red envelopes, each containing five large coins, and asked the village chief's aunt to distribute them to the village children—every child received one. He hadn't asked for any monetary gifts from the villagers that day, so they felt embarrassed to eat and drink for free and helped Dr. Gu with his tasks.

At this moment, only Ye Qingchen and Gu Changfeng remained in the bridal chamber. Although they couldn't see each other's faces, they could feel each other's presence. A tranquil atmosphere filled the room, as if time had frozen. Gu Changfeng suddenly felt a little embarrassed to lift the red veil. He stopped and went out again. The clan chief's grandmother saw this silly boy come out and knew he was shy, so she walked over shakily and gently pushed him inside. She then called over several sisters-in-law from the neighborhood who had both sons and daughters, each carrying dates, peanuts, longans, and melon seeds, symbolizing "early birth of a son." Once inside the bridal chamber, the clan chief's grandmother began to say: "1. Lift the veil three times..." 1. Three babies born in one womb. 2. Lifting the veil, the head is red, a perfect match of jade phoenix and golden dragon. 3. Lifting the red veil, intoxicated in the heart. Lifting the red veil, hand in hand for life. Lifting the red veil, the wine is never enough. Lifting the red veil, sweetness forever. 4. The veil is lifted, joy shared; the veil falls, wealth and honor abound, a perfect couple, may they have a son soon. 5. On the scales of the Southern Dipper, fortune, prosperity, longevity, and happiness gather, auspicious omens descend tonight, lifting the red brocade to see the beautiful bride. 6. Scales The star shines on the scale, a single stretch of the scale brings good fortune! We invite the groom to use this star-like scale to bring good luck to both families! To bring forth the blissful union of this loving couple. 7. Lifting the veil, may this loving couple grow old together, behold their handsome appearance, the groom holding the golden ruler, revealing the peony beneath the red silk, lifting the veil of the newlyweds, may they have both wealth and prosperity. 8. The groom lifts the veil three times: the left lift brings good fortune and wealth, the right lift brings contentment, and the middle lift brings a house full of gold and jade. 9. Lifting the veil... The scale beam is golden, the scale beam is bright, the scale beam—lifts auspiciousness, the left lifts wealth, the right lifts good fortune, the middle lifts a house full of gold and jade. 10. Lift the veil once, look at the bride's mouth, her cherry lips are most beautiful when she smiles; lift the veil again, look at the bride's nose, small and exquisite, a heartthrob; lift the veil a third time, look at her eyes now, full of affection; lift the veil a fourth time, joy fills her eyes, a picture of perfect harmony. Thus, with everyone as witnesses, Gu Changfeng mustered his courage and used the auspicious scale beam to lift the red veil.

The red veil was lifted, and Gu Changfeng's gaze met that of the woman before him. He froze, stunned. This girl was only fourteen years old. In the past, she always appeared without makeup, her hair simply tied up with a hairpin, no adornments on her ears, only a silver bracelet on her right hand. Even so, her skin was as smooth as cream, her features exquisite, giving her a fresh and refined air. However, today she was completely transformed, her makeup exquisite, her beauty breathtaking. Gu Changfeng sighed inwardly, even if all the noble ladies of the capital were gathered together, none could compare to his wife, none could overshadow her beauty. Her beauty was like the most brilliant star in the night sky, radiating endless charm and brilliance.

Gu Changfeng stared blankly at Ye Qingchen, his eyes filled with surprise and shyness. His face was as red as a ripe apple, and he thought to himself, "How could she be so bold?" However, Ye Qingchen nonchalantly held an apple, smiling at Gu Changfeng as if everything was under her control. She thought to herself, "He's still just a little boy, and he's completely stunned."

Meanwhile, the clan chief's grandmother, leading a group of her sisters-in-law, quietly left the bridal chamber. Traditionally, other families' bridal chambers would be bustling with activity, but considering Dr. Gu's aloof personality and frail physique, they decided to forgo this tradition. They believed that allowing the young couple to enjoy each other's company was the most important thing. Therefore, they all left their rooms to help entertain the other guests.

Gu Changfeng looked at his beautiful wife, slowly walked towards her, and sat down beside her without moving. He knew his young wife was still too young, probably not yet of marriageable age. He planned to wait until she turned 15 and reached marriageable age before consummating their marriage. Therefore, he sat with her like that until the villagers dispersed and it gradually grew so dark that it was impossible to see one's hand in front of one's face. At this time, Ye Qingchen was also a little tired. She was worried that Gu Changfeng was tired, so she asked him, "Husband, why don't we rest? I'm a little tired." Gu Changfeng looked at her and said, "Okay." Then he helped Ye Qingchen remove her headdress and take off her wedding robes, and then he also took off his own wedding robes. Just when Ye Qingchen thought that something exciting was about to happen, Gu Changfeng pulled her down to lie down and said to her, "Wife, rest early." Ye Qingchen... Ye Qingchen thought, Gu Changfeng, do you have a hidden illness?