172 Imperial Edict (2 in 1)(1/2)
"The Number One Scholar is coming, the Number One Scholar is coming!"
Seeing the huge procession of welcoming brides, the people of the capital waiting on both sides of the street, I don't know who shouted first.
"Other people's weddings can only be called a small wedding, but Shen Zhuangyuan's wedding ceremony is no different from a big wedding."
"That is, who in the world can match this official title plate?"
Anyone who is literate will be filled with admiration and envy when they see Shen Yichen's gold-lettered official titles.
When other people's grooms wear a ninth-grade green robe when they get married, they have to "pretend" it. Wearing a first-grade red robe is even more "transgression."
Only Shen Yichen can use it openly, and the etiquette standards are not inferior to those of those who were named on the gold list and praised the officials in the streets.
The ladies and beauties in the high-rise buildings on both sides of the street looked at Shen Yichen who was riding a tall horse, and their eyes showed all kinds of admiration and yearning.
The biggest wish of an ancient woman in her life may be to find a good husband, but all the previous champions are either old or have wives, concubines and children.
It can be said that it was the first time in the Ming Dynasty that someone like Shen Yichen got married after entering the third generation of marriage!
"The daughter of Marquis Taining is really lucky to be married to Wenquxing in the sky, and she is also a handsome young man."
"Sister, you are wrong."
"What's wrong?"
"The daughter of the Taining Marquis Mansion is not only lucky, she also has good vision. Other families are waiting to catch their son-in-law under the gold medal list, but her family is the only one who got married to Duke Cheng Guo on the day the examination results were released."
"Without such a quick start, there would be no marriage today."
As soon as these words came out, all the ladies and beauties on the high-rise building nodded their heads. We still have to seize the potential stocks.
The wedding team moved forward and soon came to the vicinity of Xueling Pavilion. It was not yet the opening hours of the brothel, so the girls from the brothel took to the streets one after another to see this famous wedding in the capital.
As the oiran of the capital, Qin Liushuang stood in the center of a group of warblers. This rare appearance made countless people on both sides of the street stare.
In the past, it was believed that the so-called appearance of a sinking fish and a falling geese only existed in the writings of literati and poets, but now we know that such women really exist in the world.
"Sisters, look, the groom is here."
A crisp voice sounded, attracting everyone's attention. Shen Yichen was seen riding on a tall horse with a red hairpin, and kept returning the greetings to the people on both sides of the road.
Qin Liushuang looked at Shen Yichen's energetic appearance and couldn't help but think of the scene when they first met.
At that time, Shen Yichen didn't speak much, and was so low-key and reserved compared to the young men in Gongxing Club. Who would have thought that at the end of the banquet, this young man, who was still unknown at the time, would be able to overpower Chang Bo. Zisunzhong?
Now that I see Shen Yichen again, he is already famous in the capital and is beyond the reach of others.
Not only Qin Liushuang had this idea, but several brothel girls who were drinking with him in the box that day all felt that things were different and people were different.
Similarly, they also have regrets in their hearts. Why were they not brave enough to win the favor of the No. 1 Duke?
Liu Rushi, who was as famous as the Eight Beauties of Qinhuai in later generations, all she wanted was a good home. With Shen Yichen's current achievements and fame, even if she was a concubine or a maid, it would still be countless times better than living in the world.
Looking at Shen Yichen from far away, one of them suddenly remembered that the person who was drinking and serving Shen Yichen that day seemed to be Liu'er.
So he turned to a girl in green clothes and asked, "Liu'er, you were sitting next to Shen Zhuangyuan that day. How was he doing?"
As soon as these words came out, all the women in the brothel looked at Liu'er, hoping to get some tidbits about Shen Yichen from her.
"The No. 1 Scholar is a humble gentleman, and he is also very responsible and never panics in times of crisis, which makes people feel an inexplicable sense of security."
Liu Er couldn't help but think of the scene when she hugged Shen Yichen's arm tightly after the conflict that day.
Even if the situation is extremely critical, Shen Yichen can still comfort and protect himself with a smile.
The truth comes true in times of crisis. This is the man women deserve to rely on.
"Since Mr. Shen is so good, why didn't you seize the opportunity?"
Hearing this, Liu Er smiled bitterly. Shen Yichen had always treated him politely at that time, so how could he have a chance to seize it?
Just like he walked past me in a heroic manner today, he was not the same person after all.
He Pingyan, who was in the wedding team, saw the group of brothel girls in Xueling Pavilion from a distance, especially Qin Liushuang standing in the crowd, which made him overjoyed.
He originally thought that he could win the attention of beautiful women, but he never expected that from the beginning to the end, this group of people never took their eyes off Shen Yichen, and completely ignored him.
This scene made his proud self-esteem feel a little unacceptable.
Even if Shen Yichen is the protagonist of today's wedding, he has become someone else's husband after all, so what else is there to see?
Have you now been completely overshadowed by his light?
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On the other side, Taininghou Mansion is also buzzing with people at the moment. Countless people are making preparations for the wedding in an orderly manner, and Chen Qingtong will surely get married in a glorious manner.
In the boudoir in the backyard, Chen Qingtong had already put on a bright red wedding dress, and a lady was helping her put her hair into a bun. This was the most important ceremony before leaving the boudoir.
The green hair is gradually curled up and the jade is scratching the head, and the hairpin is used to dream of three thousand prosperity.
"Miss, you are so beautiful today, you will surely dazzle Mr. Shen!"
"No, I should call you uncle now."
The little maid Xue'er looked at Chen Qingtong's beautiful figure in the mirror and couldn't help but praise her.
At the same time, the noble lady who was combing her black hair also blessed her: "My girl is really in a good marriage. If you marry the number one scholar in the third yuan, you will definitely be happy and happy in the future, and we will stay together forever."
Hearing this, Chen Qingtong showed a sweet smile: "I also believe that Brother Yichen will never let me down."
"Yes, they say that I am a literary star in the sky, with extraordinary character and knowledge. Miss, you don't know how many official ladies out there are envious of me."
"Xue'er, you haven't even married yet, and your elbows are turned outward. Why don't you say that your young lady has an extraordinary appearance and character, and how many officials and princes outside can't get her from her?"
After hearing this, Xueer slapped her head and nodded: "Miss, what you said makes sense. We haven't even been married yet, so we can't please my uncle like this!"
But soon Xueer muttered again: "But Miss, there are indeed more people outside who praise me and envy you..."
These words made Chen Qingtong angry and funny, but he couldn't hide the joy that arose in his heart, and his eyes narrowed into crescent moons.
Seeing Chen Qingtong looking forward to happiness, the lady who helped her comb her hair was moved and a smile appeared on her lips.
This noble lady is a specially selected "Full Blessed Person". The standard is good health and a stable life. Her parents and in-laws are still alive, her children are complete, and her husband and wife are harmonious. It can be said that all blessings are indispensable.
In her hands, she sent nearly ten women out of the palace, most of them crying. Some couldn't bear to leave their parents and family, and some were anxious about their future life as husband and wife. Only Chen Qingtong was full of confidence and unique.
In fact, it is not surprising that women in the boudoir are like this. After all, most brides in the Ming Dynasty did not even know what their husbands looked like, let alone their character.
Suddenly, you have to entrust your lifelong happiness into the hands of a stranger. It is normal to be nervous and hesitant.
After combing her hair into a bun, the lady picked up a jade hairpin and said, "Girl, once this jade hairpin is inserted into her bun, she will wear a phoenix crown and harem and get married as someone else's wife."
"For the rest of my life, I will be a virtuous and virtuous person, supporting my husband and raising my children, and growing old together holding hands."
Looking at the jade hairpin in the bronze mirror, what Chen Qingtong thought of was another hairpin that she and Shen Yichen shared.
At the wedding banquet at Duke Chengguo's mansion that day, Brother Yichen, despite the pressure from countless honorable relatives and ministers, forcefully asked Duke Cheng to make the decision to propose marriage to his father, fulfilling his promise of a "baochai marriage".
This is why, facing the lady's blessing, Chen Qingtong vowed to say that he believed that Shen Yichen would not let him down.
Because she was the only one who knew what Shen Yichen had done for this wedding, which could be described as risking the world's disapproval!
At this moment, the sound of firecrackers, gongs and drums sounded, and Shen Yichen led the welcoming team to the door of Taininghou Mansion.
A group of relatives of the bride's family stood at the door of the Marquis' Mansion, blocking the door and preparing to create some problems for Shen Yichen to stop the marriage.
Shen Yichen was well prepared for these obstacles. Otherwise, why would he have brought so many people here today? Were they here to watch a show?
Li Da and other children of military commanders from the outer courtyard school were all strong and strong from childhood to adulthood. Not to mention that there were more than ten Fujian miners in the wedding team, all of whom were one of the best in a hundred. How could the Chen clan who blocked the door be able to do so? Can it be stopped?
Before Shen Yichen could say anything, the gate of the Hou Mansion was rushed open three times, and the brothers lined up in two teams, waiting for Shen Yichen to enter unimpeded.
Seeing this scene, Shen Yichen was really speechless. Those who knew knew that he was here to welcome the bride, but those who didn't knew thought they were here to steal the bride. These people were too simple and crude...
After entering Taininghou Mansion, Shen Yichen, under the guidance of the officiant, went to the Chen Ancestral Hall to pay homage to his ancestors. On the other hand, Chen Qingtong, accompanied by Yinli, went to the lobby of Taininghou Mansion to bid farewell to his parents. .
At this time, there was only Taining Hou Chen Ying alone in the high hall of the palace. Since the death of the mother of Chen Qingtong, the first wife, Taining Hou Chen Ying has not renewed her marriage in these years, so the position of the Marquise has become vacant.
Seeing his daughter with a phoenix crown and a bright red hijab appearing in front of him, Chen Ying felt mixed emotions in his heart, both happy and sad.
After Shen Yichen worshiped at Chen's ancestral hall, he also came to the lobby of the Marquis Mansion, where he and Chen Qingtong wanted to pass tea to Taining Marquis Chen Ying to say goodbye.
After drinking the tea ceremony, Chen Ying told the newlyweds: "In the future, you two should respect and love each other, support each other, and work together together."
"My son-in-law understands."
"My daughter understands."
After finishing his official words, Chen Ying stood up and walked to Chen Qingtong's side.
"Qingtong, now that you are getting married and leaving home, your father will no longer be by your side. In the future, you must remember to honor your parents-in-law, have discussions with your husband-in-law, and take more care of yourself in the Chengguo Palace."
When he talked about the latter part, tears filled Chen Ying's eyes and his voice became choked with sobs.
Although he was covered with a red hijab and could not see the expression on his father's face, Chen Qingtong could understand his emotions at the moment from his choked tone.
"Dad, don't worry, your daughter will be fine, she will be fine."
Chen Qingtong's tears dripped down from the hijab, leaving dark stains on the red wedding dress.
"Okay, okay."
Taining Marquis Chen Ying wiped away his tears, then looked at Shen Yichen and said: "This girl Qingtong has not been accompanied by her mother since she was a child. I have also been away fighting all year round. Many times she wants to find someone to rely on and talk to. None."
To be continued...