Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan were imdiately treated as honored guests of Zhao Mansion and were respectfully invited to sit in the front row.
Upon learning that the three were friends Zhao Wenrong had made in Tonglin County, Zhao Wenrong's acquaintances and relatives smiled with joy.
"Zhao Wenrong is just the third child, yet this wedding is quite grand," Shen Ying looked around and said softly.
"I heard he is quite favored by the old lady," Liu Qingyan replied with a smile.
Lu Zheng interjected, "He went to Tonglin County to oversee so matters and didn't compete for the position of Patriarch; others would only try to ally with him."
Shen Ying nodded, "He's quite smart; I really didn't see it before."
"Oh?"
Just then, Lu Zheng raised an eyebrow, Shen Ying glanced sideways, and Liu Qingyan twitched her nose and turned to look back.
The three of them saw a young man with bright eyes but a worried face walk into Zhao Mansion.
This young man did not present an invitation upon entering but used a Blinding Technique. Clearly, he was also a cultivator, but even Lu Zheng found the awkward Blinding Technique uncomfortable to watch.
After entering, the young man naturally blended into the crowd but didn't speak, opting to sit near the hall.
Liu Qingyan expressed concern, "He's not here to cause trouble, is he?"
If he were a friend or relative, even without an invitation, he could have asked soone to announce his arrival. Using a Blinding Technique doesn't seem friendly.
"Let's wait and see. With us here, Zhao Wenrong won't be outsmarted," Lu Zheng waved dismissively, unconcerned.
It couldn't be helped; the young man's cultivation was too weak. If Lu Zheng had been new to the ancient tis, he might have been nervous.
As for now, this young man probably couldn't even make a move in Lu Zheng's presence.
The three, with their considerable cultivation, focused on the young man, who remained oblivious, seating himself at an inconspicuous round table, continuously looking toward the direction of the back courtyard.
…
Soon, the auspicious ti arrived, and most of the guests had arrived.
The candles were lit, incense burned, music played, and the bride and groom entered.
Zhao Wenrong, dressed in a red robe, entered with joy, Lin Yushu at his side, wearing a bright red wedding dress and phoenix cloak, smiling charmingly, supported by a maid, following Zhao Wenrong.
Simultaneously, Lu Zheng and the others saw the young man imdiately focus on Lin Yushu, with emotions like joy, admiration, disappointnt, and regret flickering in his eyes.
The three glanced at each other, their curiosity greatly piqued.
Shen Ying smiled softly, "Could it be that Lin Yushu has a story with him?"
"Miss Lin doesn't seem like that kind of person," Liu Qingyan whispered, knowing Lin Yushu better as she lived in the county and occasionally t with her.
"No rush. Let's keep watching."
Lu 'spectator' Zheng snacked on sunflower seeds, unconcerned.
Zhao Wenrong and Lin Yushu walked in, surrounded by people congratulating them. They thanked everyone while proceeding toward the main hall.
At that mont, the young man stepped forward, pushing through the crowd to approach the two.
"Yu Shu!"
Hearing such a familiar address, Lin Yushu was montarily stunned, then realized, "Brother Zheng!"
"It's !"
The young man hurriedly nodded but hadn't had a chance to say more before Lin Yushu turned to Zhao Wenrong and said, "Zhao Lang, this is Zheng Mo Sheng, Brother Zheng, a forr neighbor we were very close to. Unexpectedly, we et here after he moved away five or six years ago."
Saying this, Lin Yushu couldn't help but smile and asked Zheng Mo Sheng, "Brother Zheng, did your family move to Yizhou Prefecture?"
"I..."
Zheng Mo Sheng opened his mouth but hadn't continued when people gathered again, congratulating Zhao Wenrong and Lin Yushu.
Lin Yushu didn't continue reminiscing with Zheng Mo Sheng, simply greeted him and continued with Zhao Wenrong.
"I..." Zheng Mo Sheng reached his hand out, watching Lin Yushu walk away, and whispered to himself, "I don't live in Yizhou..."
Lin Yushu didn't notice, but Zhao Wenrong did see sothing wrong in Zheng Mo Sheng's gaze and was aware he hadn't heard of this Zheng Mo Sheng or the Zheng Family in Yizhou Prefecture.
Yet, it was not the ti to address this, so he ntally noted it and moved on.
He then imdiately saw Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan sitting ahead.
A genuine smile appeared on his face as Zhao Wenrong quickly brought Lin Yushu forward to greet them, expressing gratitude before they could congratulate him.
"Thank you, Brother Lu and the two madams, for attending. I am truly honored!"
"No need to be formal. Wishing you a long and happy marriage with children soon!" Lu Zheng replied with a smile.
Liu Qingyan and Shen Ying also smiled and congratulated.
The three carried an exceptional deanor, standing out among the crowd. Although not recognized by everyone, their seating arrangent commanded respect, with others refraining from interrupting.
After exchanging a few pleasantries, Zhao Wenrong and Lin Yushu excused themselves and proceeded to the main hall, completing the entrance ceremony.
The subsequent process involved offering incense, blessings, guidance, and the formal marriage ceremony.
Zhao's old lady bead happily, watching them bow, filled with joy, and even gifted Lin Yushu a White Mountain Jade Bracelet from her wrist on the spot.
At the mont of the ceremony, Lu Zheng noticed Zheng Mo Sheng make a subtle move, seemingly intending to act.
Lu Zheng's eyes narrowed, Shen Ying raised a brow, and Liu Qingyan's fingers twitched lightly.
Three indistinct strands of Spiritual Qi silently surrounded Zheng Mo Sheng.
However, Zheng Mo Sheng took a deep breath, his posture relaxed, and he sat back down.
Liu Qingyan exhaled quietly, murmuring, "Looks like he's not inherently bad, not recklessly using his abilities."
Shen Ying said flatly, "Or maybe he doesn't dare act publicly in the city."
Both won looked to Lu Zheng, finding him still eating sunflower seeds, a small pile of shells beside him. "Why rush? There's nothing pressing, let's continue watching."
Thus, the three continued observing, watching Zhao Wenrong and Lin Yushu successfully complete the ceremony, ushered into the bridal chamber.
Monts later, after completing the formal procedures in the bridal chamber, Lin Yushu waited there while Zhao Wenrong returned to thank guests.
"Thank you all for attending!"
"Much appreciated!"
"Brother Liu, enjoy!"
Zhao Wenrong toasted several tables of wine, then glanced around in a certain direction, scanning but not finding the person he sought.
He frowned and approached Lu Zheng's table.
"Brother Lu, madams, having you three attend truly brings great honor!"
Zhao Wenrong took a cup from a tray carried by a servant and drank it down.
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