Chapter 477: Swapping Lives
The next morning.
When Sang Zhe suddenly woke up, his first reaction was to check the sky outside.
Seeing that the morning sun had just risen, he breathed a sigh of relief.
…Thank goodness.
Even though he was really drunk, at least he woke up.
After shaking off the effects of the alcohol, Sang Zhe looked around and realized he wasn’t in the tavern from last night but back at home.
At that moment, Long Huan’s voice rang from the doorway: “Husband, are you awake?”
“It’s time for the groom to get dressed; you can’t keep the bride waiting!”
Sang Zhe immediately jumped out of bed and dashed to the door, flinging it open.
The moment he opened the door, it felt like stepping into a bustling market.
The entire Sang household was filled with people coming and going, busy preparing for the feast and receiving guests. Everywhere he looked, there were decorations and joyful adornments, bright red embellishments hung in every nook and cranny.
Not just the Sang household, the Demon Cultivation branch, Zhe Sang Town, and for miles around were celebrating the same occasion.
At that moment, Sang Zhe thought for a second that he hadn’t fully sobered up from last night’s drinks.
That surreal feeling was hard to put into words.
“Husband?”
Long Huan swayed her dragon tail, her charming eyes gently blinking: “If you don’t hurry and change into your clothes, you will be late.”
Sang Zhe was silent for a long time before smiling faintly.
…So it turns out.
Today, I really am getting married.
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The process of fetching the bride was unexpectedly dull.
Since Zhang Xiaoying’s parents were staying in the house next door, it was basically just a matter of going out and coming right back in.
But when he saw Zhang Xiaoying in her stunning red wedding dress with bright lipstick and heavy makeup, Sang Zhe still felt his heart get a heavy poke.
Of course, too bad he only got a glance before her veil covered her face.
The rest, he would have to wait until the evening in the bridal chamber to see.
After fetching the bride, Sang Zhe hurried off to greet the guests.
Chi Yu Sect, Floating Feather Hall, Ksitigarbha Temple, Holy Kingdom, Myriad Thunder Abyss, Sword Flower Palace. Each of these factions could be considered esteemed guests on their own, but at this wedding, they all sat equally as attendees.
Among the representatives of the sects and noble families, there were quite a few with longstanding grudges.
But no one dared to cause trouble here.
The entire wedding was proceeding in an orderly fashion.
……
In the afternoon, during the wedding ceremony.
“Dear fans and friends in the live stream!”
Bai Ming, holding the communication device, was making heart gestures at the camera.
“We are currently in Zhe Sang Town under the Demon Cultivation Mountain Gate, the wedding venue for our male god Sang Zhe!”
“Those fairy sisters in the comments crying over heartbreak can take a moment to gather their feelings; I know you’re eager, but hold on! Let me show you this monumental wedding up close!”
“The newlywed’s ceremony is about to begin, so let’s randomly grab two audience members for their thoughts!”
“Hey, Miss Si Jingzhu! Are you a guest at this wedding? What blessings do you have for the new couple?”
In the frame appeared a girl with disheveled hair, her eyes blank as she moved sluggishly like a zombie, taking a while to turn her head.
“…Huh?”
“Uh…sorry to interrupt.”
Sweating nervously and skipping over the girl emanating a vibe that could raise the dead, Bai Ming shifted the camera to Long Huan.
“Miss Long Huan! As the little princess of the Demon Clan and also a close friend of Sang Zhe, what blessings do you have for the new couple?”
“Well, naturally I wish my husband and Little Ying sister happiness and love, and may they grow old together. Also, I wish for a healthy little baby to come into the world~”
Long Huan made a heart sign to the camera, sweetly smiling, “I also hope all you big brothers and sisters will support my husband more; if you wish, you can toss a few rewards as a wedding gift! Any small gesture will be appreciated, and I believe my husband will feel the love from all the sisters~”
…Yikes. Bai Ming looked at Long Huan with increasingly serious and terrified eyes.
Has this girl started competing with me for money-making ideas?
“Lord and Lady are a match made in heaven, so they will surely have many descendants and a loving relationship,” Master Yu Xia said earnestly.
“There’s not much to say about Sang Zhe and Little Ying. They are the reason I believe in love in this world,” Yan Rouwan said, holding two little cats, smiling sweetly for the camera.
“Seeing the two people I love the most together brings me double happiness,” Shi Qingyan said, averting her gaze from the camera.
“Sometimes I really envy Little Ying,” Gu Yingmian sighed into the lens, “She has been with Sang Zhe from the very beginning, accompanying him from hardship to glory, always by his side when he needed it most.”
“Compared to Little Ying, I feel more like an outsider,” she added with a touch of helplessness.
“I’ve also witnessed their journey together,” Tang Yubbing said, a blissful smile on her face, “It’s wonderful that Sang Zhe found someone who is devoted to him, and Little Ying found someone who will never leave her side. Mutual pursuit truly is the happiest thing in this world.”
“Even if I’m not as good as Little Ying, I’m definitely higher in ranking!”
“Nonsense! I am meant to be the main wife; no one can compete with me!”
Hua Jianglian and Huo Ningxue were still bickering.
“Ahhhh, this is so romantic!” Meng Qiyan exclaimed, her eyes sparkling with envy, “When will I have a monumental wedding like this?”
“Too bad I still have to work security… sisters! Let’s get to work! Today is Sang Zhe’s big day, and we cannot let security slip; better to mistakenly chase away someone than let an unauthorized person in!”
Seeing the swarm of Heavenly Punishment Department maidens cheer behind Meng Qiyan, Bai Ming could only awkwardly grin.
At that moment.
Suddenly, all the candle flames extinguished.
The previously noisy venue was plunged into profound silence.
Candles on either side lit up gradually, stretching from the lavish spring room to the end of the hall.
The red string connected the two gazing at each other.
Bright red wedding dress, scarlet veil.
Gently lifting the veil, they stole glimpses of each other’s beauty.
They only caught a fleeting glimpse yet etched the most beautiful moment of their lives firmly in their hearts.
In that instant, even without the officiant, everyone present felt an almost suffocating beauty in the atmosphere, rendered silent.
Si Jingzhu couldn’t help but look up at the stage.
Long Huan and Yu Xia’s eyes sparkled with enchantment.
Gu Yingmian and Tang Yubbing exchanged knowing smiles.
Hua Jianglian and Huo Ningxue stopped bickering, completely entranced.
Meng Qiyan and the girls from the Heavenly Punishment Department couldn’t even blink, staring fixedly at the couple in front.
Bai Ming unconsciously lowered the communication device.
At that moment.
The whole world seemed to revolve around the two connected by the red string.
They moved closer, locking eyes.
And just then, with Qin Xiuyuan’s soft yet pointed voice slowly breaking the silence, it felt like the masterpiece was finally complemented perfectly.
“One bow to Heaven and Earth.”
One bow, honoring the heavens and earth, allowing me to be with my destined partner forever.
“Second bow to parents.”
Two bows, tearfully honoring the Zhang couple. Your daughter, I will cherish with my life.
“Couple bow to each other.”
Three bows.
One of the most important women in my life.
My wife. My lover. The little maid who gets jealous. The mother of my child.
Zhang Xiaoying.
From this day forth, we will entrust each other with our lives.
Never to part.
