Вдовствующая императрица Сяосюань

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It seems that the legend of Yu Chi Ru Feng, who dressed as a woman, possessing unparalleled beauty, is definitely not unfounded.

Ru Feng's entire focus was on the other end of her hand, feeling its warmth flowing continuously, soothing her heart. Now, the phoenix crown on her head didn't seem so heavy anymore.

Helped into the bridal sedan chair, Ru Feng breathed a sigh of relief. Without saying a word, she immediately took off her red veil, then removed her phoenix crown, shook her head, and exhaled a breath of stale air.

It's so lively outside.

Since both Ru Feng and Wen Chen's homes are in the capital, the wedding procession only needs to make one round trip within the city.

Outside the bridal sedan chair, a lively scene unfolded. The ten-mile-long procession of red bridal procession proclaimed the union of the General's Mansion and the Prince's Mansion, making all the unmarried women envious.

"I'm entrusting Ru Feng to you. Treat her well." Yu Chi Huaiyang solemnly instructed him, looking at the tall and upright figure before him.

Wearing a bright red robe, Mu Wenchen's usually handsome face was now beaming with joy because of his wedding. Hearing Yuchi Huaiyang's instructions, he nodded firmly and said, "General, don't worry, I will take good care of Rufeng."

“Yes, Father, we can rest assured now.” Yu Chisong said happily, and he and Lin Yilan looked at their son-in-law with satisfaction.

After giving a few more instructions, someone sang, "The auspicious time has arrived, lift the sedan chair!" As this sang, the sounds of gongs, drums, and celebratory music began. Along the way, people kept throwing coins and auspicious fruits. After the sedan chair passed, people followed along the road to collect the lucky money and fruits, scrambling and laughing, creating a lively and festive atmosphere.

Many people turned their attention to the groom on horseback, admiring his spirited appearance and the eight-bearer sedan chair behind him.

Ru Feng couldn't resist peeking out through the gap in the sedan chair door, but could only see Mu Wenchen's back as he rode on horseback.

This is the man I will support for the rest of my life! Ru Feng couldn't help but smile, and laughter poured out.

Zui Zhu, standing beside the sedan chair, couldn't help but ask, "Senior brother, what are you laughing at?"

"What else could it be? Senior brother got married, so he must be very satisfied with his husband," Zuiyue said with a smile.

"Hehe, that's true." Zui Zhu thought about it and smiled. Although the person her senior brother married didn't seem to like talking much, he treated her senior brother incredibly well.

“You don’t need to laugh at me. After I get married, it will be your turn.” Ru Feng, with his sharp hearing, quickly retorted.

"I'm not in a hurry," Zuiyue said slowly. Hanshan was still engrossed in making money, and she wasn't in a rush either.

“I’m not in a hurry either,” Zui Zhu echoed, “it’s Nan Shan who’s in a hurry.”

“I will keep an eye on them,” Ru Feng said softly.

The wedding was undoubtedly lively, but Ru Feng was undoubtedly exhausted. She hadn't slept well since returning to the capital, and today she had only managed to stay awake at first. But now, upon hearing that they were going to tour the city, she couldn't help but slump onto the soft cushion, close her eyes, and prepare to sleep.

When Zuiyue called out, Rufeng quickly put on the phoenix crown, covered her head with the red veil, and then stepped out of the sedan chair with the help of others.

In a daze, Ru Feng bowed to heaven and earth, almost completely at everyone's mercy. The phoenix crown was so heavy that all she could see was a sea of red. In the end, Ru Feng simply closed her eyes and listened to commands.

Because it was a wedding bestowed by the emperor, although the emperor did not appear at the wedding, the empress, the crown prince, and the third prince all appeared, as did the civil and military officials of the court, making the entire palace appear exceptionally lively and solemn.

"I bow to Heaven and Earth!" Ru Feng knelt down, pulling the red silk ribbon.

"I bow to my parents a second time!" He knelt down again.

"Husband and wife bow to each other!" As the two approached, Ru Feng heard a faint whisper, "Feng'er, just bear with it a little longer, it will be over soon."

Ru Feng couldn't help but use his telepathic communication to say, "But I feel so dizzy."

"It's alright, it'll be fine," Mu Wenchen quickly reassured him.

"Then you'd better come into the room early," Ru Feng instructed, disliking men drinking outside while the bride waited anxiously inside.

Mu Wenchen just smiled.

Yu Jue and Yu Xuan, standing nearby, watched Mu Wenchen and Ru Feng exchange vows and saw the joy of the people around them. Smiles appeared on their faces, but their eyes were dim.

"The ceremony is complete! Send them to the bridal chamber!" the master of ceremonies announced loudly, his voice drowning out the voices of everyone else present.

Ru Feng was led into the bridal chamber, which was noisy and chaotic. Soon after, Zui Yue and the others came in and dismissed the other maids and the matchmaker, and Ru Feng was finally able to have some peace and quiet.

"Senior brother, now it's just us left," Zui Zhu said with a smile. "It's so lively outside, so many people have come."

"Yes! Senior brother, would you like something to eat?"

Ru Feng nodded hurriedly, adjusting the phoenix coronet—it was really heavy! However, it would be best if Wen Chen took it on their wedding night, so she planned to start being a dutiful bride from now on.

As a result, Ru Feng began to wolf down the snacks that Zui Yue handed him, and after a while he said, "Getting married is such a hassle. I haven't had a drop of water since this morning, and I'm so hungry now."

Zuiyue covered her mouth and laughed, saying, "Who told you your husband is a prince? All the women in the world envy you."

"Drunken Moon is talking nonsense. I saw many women crying. I noticed many people wiping away tears while looking at the sedan chair on the road just now," Drunken Bamboo quickly retorted.

"No way." Ru Feng swallowed a piece of pastry, then carefully sipped her tea, and continued, "Are they drooling over Wen Chen? Humph, Wen Chen won't marry any other woman after marrying me."

Zuiyue just smiled. How could her senior brother understand the delicate thoughts of a young woman? She had always been carefree and outspoken. Her previous disguise as a man had already won the hearts of many women. Now that they heard she was a woman, how could they not feel disappointed? Wasn't she the same way before? Luckily, she discovered it early, otherwise she might have been among the people crying today.

"Senior brother, in the bridal chamber later..." Zui Zhu chuckled before he could finish speaking.

Ru Feng curled her lips and said, "I know about that stuff, no need to say more." She had already consummated the marriage beforehand, so she had no expectations at all. On the contrary, if Wen Chen could agree to let her go to the brothel to observe, she would have some expectations.

After an unknown amount of time, once Ru Feng had finished eating and drinking, a sound finally came from outside the door.

"They're here!" The people in the room perked up, and Ru Feng sat up even straighter.

Mu Wenchen walked in surrounded by people. Outside, many people came to toast him, especially the ministers. With Yu Xuan making a ruckus and stirring things up, everyone became bolder. Mu Wenchen was happy today, so he drank a few more cups. He didn't want to drink anymore. He declined because he thought Ru Feng was waiting in the room. He quickly returned to the bridal chamber, bringing back a group of young people who wanted to make a ruckus.

It was already late afternoon, the winter days were short and the nights were pitch black, but the Prince's mansion was brightly lit, as bright as day. Inside the luxuriously decorated bridal chamber, large red candles as thick as a baby's arm were lit, and two maids stood at each of the seven layers of gauze curtains, their eyes lowered and their voices silent, as if they did not exist.

The layers of gauze curtains were lifted one by one, as if the wind were raising its head, waiting for Mu Wenchen.

"Ru Feng must be getting impatient." It was Yu Xuan's voice.