kvmb Chapter 171 Two Couples Pay Wedding Respects
Chapter 171 Two Couples Pay Wedding Respects
Above the golden palace, bright candles burned high, and in the flickering candlelight, the carved beams and painted rafters, adorned with auspicious dragons and phoenixes, shone brilliantly.
The Empress Dowager sat high on the phoenix throne, her expression dignified and solemn, exuding an air of dignity and authority that had been honed over the years.
The emperor, dressed in a dragon robe, exuded an air of grandeur and composure, his gaze steady, displaying the aura of a ruler who reigns supreme over the world.
The Empress, adorned in a phoenix coronet and embroidered robe, possessed an elegant and dignified demeanor, exuding both gentleness and solemnity.
The ministers, both civil and military, stood in order, their expressions respectful. On the red carpet, two couples, dressed in their finest attire, stood tall and elegant.
On this auspicious day, they hold their wedding ceremony in this imperial court, united in marriage and embarking on a new journey, witnessed by the Empress Dowager, the Emperor, the Empress, and the assembled officials.
The wedding ceremonies of the two couples are underway, and the atmosphere is solemn and joyous.
As the best man announced, "The auspicious time has arrived, the newlyweds shall pay their respects," the two couples, Zhao Xiong and Su Yao'er, and Murong Che and Xue Xiang, slowly entered the center of the hall, supported by the matchmaker.
Zhao Xiong was dressed in a long red brocade robe and a black gauze hat with a bright red velvet flower in his hair. He was tall and handsome, with an extraordinary air about him. Su Yao'er was dressed in a phoenix coronet and wedding gown. Although her beautiful face was not visible under the red veil, she was graceful and elegant.
Murong Che wore a purple wedding robe embroidered with gold, which made him look even more noble and handsome; Xue Xiang wore a red wedding dress embroidered with mandarin ducks playing in the water, holding a colorful silk ribbon, and moved lightly with lotus steps.
The bride and groom are in place, as the cheering resounds.
The two couples stood before the incense table, exchanged a deep, loving glance, and then stood respectfully at attention. The officiant announced, "First bow to Heaven and Earth." Both couples turned simultaneously and bowed deeply towards the heavens and earth outside the hall, giving thanks for the blessings bestowed upon them this marriage. Everyone remained silent and solemn, witnessing this sacred moment.
Then, the chief officiant chanted, "Second bow to the parents." The two newlywed couples faced the direction of the Empress Dowager, the Emperor, and the Empress, and respectfully performed the full kneeling ceremony. The Empress Dowager smiled and nodded, the Emperor was delighted, and the Empress also looked at the two newlywed couples with a joyful expression, accepting their worship and hoping that they would treat each other with respect and that their families would be harmonious after marriage.
Finally, the chief officiant shouted, "Couples bow to each other!" The two couples, Zhao Xiong and Su Yao'er, and Murong Che and Xue Xiang, faced each other, slowly knelt, and bowed to one another. This bow was a promise to each other, an expectation for their future life together, a vow to support each other and never abandon one another.
After the ceremony, the hall was filled with laughter and applause as everyone offered their best wishes to the two couples, hoping they would be forever united and grow old together.
The Empress Dowager's gaze narrowed slightly, and although there was still a hint of lingering fear in her expression, she still smiled gently at the two brides and said slowly, "Today, seeing you two happily married, I am overjoyed. Marriage in this world is preordained by heaven, and from now on, you must keep this royal rule and family honor in your hearts."
She paused briefly, her gaze gentle yet authoritative: "The most important thing in a marriage is harmony and peace, and to be content with one's lot. I hope you and your husband can support each other and fulfill your duties in this palace. Only in this way can you enjoy peaceful years and grow old together."
Upon hearing this, the four men stepped forward to bow and express their gratitude.
As the auspicious hour drew near, the best man announced, "The wedding ceremony is complete, escort the newlyweds to their bridal chamber!" Palace maids and beauties, holding red gauze lanterns, gracefully led the way, the flickering candlelight casting shimmering shadows along the long palace path.
Zhao Xiong and Su Yao'er, Murong Che and Xue Xiang, hand in hand, walked gracefully towards the bridal chamber amidst the blessings and envious gazes of the crowd. To Murong Che's side, Xue Xiang moved with light steps, her phoenix coronet and wedding gown trembling slightly, as if shimmering with tiny lights; beside Zhao Xiong, Su Yao'er stood gracefully, her delicate silhouette faintly visible beneath her red veil.
The auspicious hour arrived, and after the solemn wedding ceremony, amidst the sound of drums and music, the matchmaker gently supported the bride, who moved with light, graceful steps, slowly leading her into the bridal chamber. The bride wore a phoenix coronet and a wedding gown, and beneath her red veil, her figure was graceful and exuded shyness.
The groom remained in the hall, bowing and greeting guests from all directions with a smile, demonstrating impeccable manners.
At this moment, the Emperor was overjoyed. He slowly rose, raised his golden goblet, and said loudly, "Today is an auspicious day, a beautiful occasion for two couples to be united in marriage. May you two couples cherish each other, love each other for a hundred years, fly together like birds flying wing to wing, and be inseparable like intertwined branches. On this long journey of life, may you support each other, weather storms together, share wealth and honor, grow old together, have many children, and bring prosperity to your families, adding glory to our dynasty." After speaking, the Emperor drank the wine in his cup in one gulp.
As the Emperor's blessing faded, musicians began to play joyful tunes, and dancers in magnificent costumes gracefully moved about. Their movements were light and agile, like fairies descending to earth. For a moment, the banquet hall was filled with melodious singing and graceful dancing, and everyone was immersed in this joyful atmosphere.
The surrounding guests also stood up, some raising their glasses in celebration, others joining in the dancing, and the entire banquet hall was immersed in a joyous, peaceful, and lively atmosphere.