Holding Chai Yue's soft, boneless little hand, Fang Er's heart thumped wildly.
Things he didn't do in his previous life, he did in this one.
It was the first marriage for both of them, he was so excited.
Chai Yue was the same, her small hand trembling in Fang Er's palm.
He led Chai Yue out of the bridal chamber, four maids surrounding them.
As they reached the main gate and were about to get into the carriage, Changsun Ling'er's voice rang out from behind.
"Marquis, don't forget the wedding poem!"
Fang Er: ..........
"Why doesn't the Marquis sing another song? My sisters all want to hear what other little tunes the Marquis can sing."
Changsun Ling'er's voice was playful, and the other girls giggled softly beside her.
Chai Yue, her face hidden by the veil, turned to Fang Er and said softly, "My lord, I want to hear it too."
"Alright!"
Fang Er cleared his throat, popped a piece of bubble gum into his mouth, chewed it a few times, and suddenly shouted.
The sun is out, I'm climbing a pole,
Climbed the pole, I'm pulling wires.
Touched the high voltage wire,
Sent me to the King of Hell's domain.
I bought the King of Hell a pack of cigarettes,
The King of Hell appointed me an immortal.
I gave the immortal "men dao lu" (a type of snack),
Finally returned to the human world.
What I'm chewing in my mouth is big bubble gum,
What I'm thinking in my heart is my beautiful bride.
My bride looks at me with a smile, not speaking,
I know she's waiting for me to hold her.
Hold her, who will hold her,
Holding my bride, she enters the sedan chair,
Hold her, who will hold her,
Oh my, my back is strained!
Finishing the song, Fang Er scooped Chai Yue onto the back seat of the pickup truck, and even pretended to rub his lower back.
Instantly, the whole place erupted in laughter.
Changsun Ling'er and her sisters clutched their stomachs and squatted on the ground, laughing until they could barely stand.
Chai Yue's娇嗔 (chidingly sweet) voice came from inside the car, "My lord, how can you sing like that? You're so embarrassing!"
Hahaha, it's a joyous occasion, all about having fun.
After speaking, he shouted to the procession, "Brothers, drive, let's go home for the wedding ceremony!"
"Yes, Marquis!"
The soldiers of the Tianhuo Army, acting as drivers, shouted in unison.
The procession slowly started, heading towards the direction of the city exit.
Watching the departing procession, Changsun Ling'er and her companions all showed envious expressions.
When would they find such a perfect husband for themselves?
The procession, grandly circling Chang'an once, followed the cement road back to Fang Family Village.
The entrance of the Fang residence was already crowded with people, villagers gathered there waiting for the procession to return.
Although Chai Yue had been living in the village for a long time, everyone was familiar with her, but after all, a wedding is a wedding, and they had never witnessed the Marquis's wedding in person.
The pickup truck stopped steadily in front of the gate, and Yuan Tiangang walked out from the courtyard.
"The auspicious hour has arrived! The bride alights the sedan chair, uh, no, the bride alights the car!"
Fang Er was too lazy to question why it was always an auspicious hour whenever he opened his mouth.
He got out of the passenger seat, opened the car door for Chai Yue, and Huaniang handed over a red silk ribbon.
Seeing this, Fang Er realized that taking Chai Yue directly from the Chai residence to the car seemed to be against the rules.
"Fine, to hell with the rules."
He simply didn't take the red silk ribbon and directly led Chai Yue out of the car.
"The bride alights the car, step over the brazier!"
As Yuan Tiangang shouted, Dali held up a brazier and brought it next to the car.
"The bride steps over the brazier, and is blessed with a son early, guaranteeing male heirs.
Husband and wife follow in harmony, with hearts united, five generations living together, grandson holding grandson!"
Fang Er: .......
"Where did old Yuan learn these auspicious phrases?"
After pulling Chai Yue to step over the brazier, they reached the steps in front of the Fang residence gate.
"Stepping over the smoke of the fire, with slow lotus steps into the hall.
May the family be filled with gold and jade, blessings, and longevity, and may you have a top scholar next year."
"Damn, he's got a whole set of these! This old Daoist must have officiated at many weddings."
Speaking of which, how much of a red envelope would be appropriate to give him?
Maybe give him the formula for TNT?
While Fang Er was silently musing, the two arrived at the front hall.
Chai Shao had already arrived and was seated on the main seat.
Fang Er's parents had passed away early, and his uncle was not a good person, so he hadn't been notified.
Just as Old Yuan was about to announce the newlyweds to pay their respects, Empress Changsun's voice suddenly came from outside.
"Wait a moment."
Everyone turned their heads and saw Empress Changsun entering with two palace maids.
"Greetings, Your Majesty!"
Everyone present bowed.
"You are dismissed."
Empress Changsun walked straight to the empty chair, then turned around and said to Fang Er.
"Previously, I represented the Grand Princess in seeing Yue'er off for her marriage. Now, I will represent your parents in receiving this bow."
"May I?"
Fang Er was stunned.
She represented Princess Changle as a birth mother, which was understandable.
But now, she was to receive the wedding bow on behalf of his deceased parents?
What was this? This was treating him like their own child!
Thinking of this, Fang Er's nose felt sore.
Since coming to this world, he had no parents, nor any elders around him.
But, but!
Fang Er nodded repeatedly, tears flowing uncontrollably.
Yuan Tiangang also smiled. Having been in Fang Family Village for these days, he only felt fondness for Fang Er. He wasn't unaware of the dangers of refining gunpowder, but he wanted to contribute to the Great Tang and shield this young man from that danger.
In the words of this young man, "If the youth are strong, then the Great Tang is strong!"
"The auspicious hour has arrived! Newlyweds, prepare!"
"First bow, to heaven and earth!"
Fang Er and Chai Yue turned around and knelt outside the hall, kowtowing once.
"Second bow, to the high hall!"
The couple stood up, turned around, and bowed to Chai Shao and Empress Changsun.
"Husband and wife bow to each other!"
Fang Er and Chai Yue turned to face each other and kowtowed.
"The ceremony is complete! Escort them to the bridal chamber!"
Papapapapap!
Everyone present clapped their hands in congratulation.
ps: Second update