Chapter 219 The Big Wedding
Chapter 219 The Big Wedding
The palace has been visibly busy these days, but Gu Jiaorong's life remains unchanged.
Every day she spends time with her children, visiting the garden and enjoying the beautiful scenery.
It was not until three days before the wedding that she started to get busy, and the children were taken away by the Queen Mother. As for Pei Xu.
It was not appropriate to meet each other three days before the wedding, so they temporarily moved to other palaces.
Gu Jiaorong is busy every day, trying on clothes, choosing jewelry, and doing some other miscellaneous things.
And this is even though Pei Xu had already made preparations in advance. If Gu Jiaorong had gotten involved from the beginning, who knows how busy it would have been.
And Gu Jiaorong now only needs to be busy for three days.
Pei Xu didn't know how he had managed to get through those three days. He could only go to see his children to relieve his homesickness.
But he knew that Gu Jiaorong, this heartless girl, had never thought about him once, and might even dislike the complicated procedures for their marriage.
Just as Pei Xu thought.
Gu Jiaorong sat on the chair and couldn't help sighing.
"I never thought getting married would be so tiring. Fortunately, it will only happen once in my life."
She had seen modern weddings, and they didn't seem so busy or complicated, but there was nothing she could do about it, since Pei Xu really had the throne.
"Master, please be patient. As long as you can get through these three days, there will be no problems in the future."
Shaoyao gestured with a hairpin on her head and replied with a smile.
However, Gu Jiaorong felt that these three days were not easy. After all, this was just the beginning and she already felt tired.
"Peony, I don't think so many headpieces are necessary. They're too heavy, and keeping it simple also makes it look more elegant, doesn't it?"
Gu Jiaorong blinked and looked at Shaoyao, hoping that she would show mercy and let her go.
But Shaoyao sternly refused, "No, the master will be the Empress from now on. How can we be so casual as before? Besides, this is your wedding to His Majesty, and the court officials and the people are watching. If you find it tiring, we can just keep quiet in private. This kind of occasion is absolutely not allowed."
Shaoyao would never allow the rumor of Gu Jiaorong falling out of favor to spread outside. This wedding was something His Majesty had planned for a long time, and he wanted everyone to know the importance of Gu Jiaorong.
"Master, please be patient for a few days. When these days are over, you can do whatever you want. I will never stop you again."
Shaoyao softened her voice and coaxed her gently.
Shaoyao knew that Gu Jiaorong was a very easy-going person and would never make things difficult for them for no reason.
What's more, this is also a preparation for the wedding. Although Gu Jiaorong complained a few words, she would never really reject her.
"Well, hurry up. I want to go to the Queen Mother to see Nian Nian and Sui Sui."
Gu Jiaorong was still not used to life without her children around. Without the sound of her two children babbling, she always felt like something was missing.
"Master, the Queen Mother has already said that you don't have to worry about the children these days. Just focus on your own affairs. The little prince and princess are with the Queen Mother, so they will be fine. And His Majesty will definitely visit the two young masters in the next few days. It would be bad if he ran into you. Before the wedding, the master must not meet His Majesty."
Shaoyao accompanied Gu Jiaorong all the way here. She recognized her master from the bottom of her heart and did not want to make any mistakes before the wedding.
Gu Jiaorong knew that everyone around her was very concerned about the wedding, but she herself didn't feel that strongly, after all, the child was already born.
However, marriage is a happy occasion and there is no need for her to disagree.
"OK then."
Gu Jiaorong sighed and sat there obediently, letting Shaoyao play with her.
Anyway, after the wedding is over in three days, she won't be bound by these things anymore.
Gu Jiaorong certainly didn't dislike these jewels, but her liking was limited to collecting them. These expensive collections could give her enough sense of security.
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On the wedding day, Pei Xu began to get nervous.
Even though he had been married once, he was reluctant and didn't feel anything, but this time he was going to marry his beloved.
Fu'an rarely saw His Majesty so nervous, and he actually found it a bit fresh.
"Your Majesty, the time is almost up."
Fuan whispered a reminder beside him, fearing that he would disturb His Majesty.
Today is a big day, and we can't make any mistakes.
Pei Xu nodded and said in a serious tone, "I understand. Let's go."
He couldn't wait to see Gu Jiaorong.
Gu Jiaorong was still busy. It was a waste of time for a woman to dress up. Shaoyao got Gu Jiaorong out of bed before dawn, and she still hadn't finished cleaning up.
Gu Jiaorong yawned, feeling drowsy and not nervous at all.
She is about to become the queen, and her status will be different from now on. There is no need to be nervous. She should be happy now.
Shaoyao knew that she was tired, but she still needed to cheer up at this time.
"Master, we're about to set off. I'll ask Fanglan to pour you a cup of tea so you can wake up."
As soon as Shaoyao finished speaking, Fanglan came over with tea.
Gu Jiaorong had no choice but to take a sip of tea from Fanglan's hand. It didn't really do anything, but it was better than nothing.
After everyone had hurriedly packed up, they had to set off.
Since the emperor and empress both lived in the palace, there was no need for a wedding reception. It wasn't that Gu Jiaorong had no other place to live, but Pei Xu was worried about accidents, so it was better for her to live in the palace for safety.
When Pei Xu saw Gu Jiaorong, his eyes lit up.
When Gu Jiaorong was with him, she had rarely dressed up and had a simple beauty. But now she is dressed up, and her whole body is bright and beautiful.
He took two quick steps and came to Gu Jiaorong's side. He wanted to reach out and pull her, but he restrained himself because of etiquette. He didn't want the wedding to be imperfect.
This is the only wedding they will have in their lives.
However, his eyes were still fixed on Gu Jiaorong, refusing to move away.
The surroundings were covered with red silk, and the entire palace was filled with joy. Gu Jiaorong walked slowly forward with him.
The tedious process seemed less annoying at this moment, and Gu Jiaorong no longer felt tired.
When all the officials came to pay homage, she had forgotten everything and could only see the man beside her.
The same was true for Pei Xu. At this moment, they were completely tied together.
The tedious ceremony finally ended, and Gu Jiaorong was able to relax.
The bright red wedding candles illuminated her pretty face, and sitting next to her was the husband with whom she would be with for the rest of her life.
Pei Xu's nervousness did not disappear, even though he and Gu Jiaorong had had physical contact countless times.
Perhaps it’s because the wedding night is different after all.
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