bestfiction Chapter 338 Consort Fucha
Chapter 338 Consort Fucha
The phoenix sedan chair stopped in front of the Qianqing Palace. Hongchang personally stepped forward and gently lifted the curtain of the phoenix sedan chair.
Reaching out his hand to Liang Wanyi inside the sedan chair,
Liang Wanyi looked at the hand extended in front of her eyes, her face under the veil blushing slightly.
She gripped the large red apple, a symbol of good fortune, tightly in one hand, her eyes filled with a mixture of nervousness and anticipation.
Holding Hongchang's hand
Liang Wanyi's hand trembled slightly, but she still firmly grasped Hongchang's hand.
Hongchang's palm was warm and firm, bringing her a sense of security.
He gently took her hand, applying a slight pressure, as if silently telling her not to worry.
Liang Wanyi slowly stepped out of the phoenix sedan chair, although the veil obscured her vision.
But she could feel the gazes and lively atmosphere around her.
The old woman handed over a red silk ribbon, and Liang Wanyi released her grip on Hongchang's hand.
The two held the red ribbon
Hongchang gently grasped the other end of the red silk and led Liang Wanyi toward the main hall of the Qianqing Palace.
Guided by Hongchang, Liang Wanyi slowly entered the main hall.
Inside the hall, Empress Dowagers Fucha Peiyun and Nian Shilan were already seated.
The sides were filled with members of the royal family and court officials.
Liang Wanyi followed Hongchang step by step into the hall.
Hongchang and Liang Wanyi slowly walked to the center of the hall. Hongchang stopped.
Liang Wanyi stopped immediately.
Fucha Peiyun looked at the newlyweds in the hall, her face full of satisfaction.
Although Hongchang was the original owner's son, she was born with...
Over the years, she has carefully guided him, fearing he might become as cold and heartless as Big Fat Orange.
Or become a completely political creature.
Fortunately, it seems her teaching has been successful so far; he has grown into the person she hoped he would become.
She seems quite satisfied for now; she only hopes he won't stay on the throne for too long.
Forgot the original intention
Nian Shilan looked at the newlyweds with mixed feelings.
I envy the new empress for getting what she never had.
Then I recalled how she had been so devoted to me, and how she had become unrecognizable.
Nian Shilan glanced gratefully at Fucha Peiyun beside her.
Her appearance saved him and the entire Nian family.
Nian Shilan then looked at the newlyweds in the hall.
May this couple live happily ever after, with the emperor and empress united in heart.
The master of ceremonies announced loudly, "The auspicious hour has arrived; let the wedding ceremony begin!"
Hongchang and Liang Wanyi knelt down and performed the three bows and nine kowtows to the two empress dowagers.
After the ceremony was completed, Fucha Peiyun smiled and spoke:
"Hongchang, today you have finally married the Empress."
You must treat her well from now on. I hope you will support each other and that the Emperor and Empress will be of one heart.
Hongchang respectfully replied:
"Your Majesty, rest assured, your son will stand with the Empress, watching over and supporting each other, united in heart and mind."
Liang Wanyi also bowed gracefully and said softly:
"Your Majesty, I will follow your teachings."
Fucha Peiyun said, "From now on, you will be the Empress, my daughter-in-law."
As long as you don't do anything wrong, you're just like my daughter.
From now on, you shall refer to yourself as your son and call us Mother.
As soon as Fucha Peiyun finished speaking, the hall fell silent, and everyone could feel the weight of her words.
Liang Wanyi quickly bowed and said, "Yes, Your Majesty, I thank you both."
Nian Shilan continued...
"Your mother truly means it; there's probably no better mother-in-law in the world."
You are so lucky
From now on, you must get along well with the Emperor and Empress, and work together harmoniously. Don't hold the Emperor back.
Liang Wanyi quickly said:
"Your Majesty, I will keep this in mind and work together with you to live up to the expectations of both of you."
Fucha Peiyun nodded, and Hongchang led Liang Wanyi away.
Surrounded by a crowd, Liang Wanyi was escorted to Kunning Palace.
Inside the Kunning Palace, double happiness characters were pasted everywhere, and red silk ribbons were hung.
The red candles flickered, and Liang Wanyi sat quietly by the bed.
Her hands were folded on her knees, and the veil was still on her head.
A row of palace maids each carried a tray covered with red silk.
The tray contains separate scales.
Wine, red dates, peanuts, longan, etc.
The first palace maid approached carrying a tray containing the auspicious scales.
"Your Majesty, please pick up the auspicious scales and lift the bridal veil; from this day forward, may all your wishes be fulfilled."
Hongchang stood beside Liang Wanyi, smiled slightly, and reached out to take the auspicious scales from the palace maid's tray.
Red ribbons are hung at both ends of the auspicious scale, symbolizing good fortune and happiness.
He gently grasped the wedding scale, preparing to lift the veil from Liang Wanyi's head.
Liang Wanyi sat on the edge of the bed, her hands folded on her knees, her face slightly flushed under the veil.
She could feel Hongchang's movements, and felt both nervous and expectant.
Hongchang gently picked up the wedding scale and slowly lifted the veil from Liang Wanyi's head.
The moment the veil was lifted, Liang Wanyi's face was revealed.
Her skin was as white as snow, her eyebrows as dark as distant mountains, and her eyes as clear and bright as autumn water.
Her lips curved slightly upward, revealing a shy smile.
Hongchang's gaze fell on Liang Wanyi's face, and a hint of amazement and tenderness flashed in his eyes.
"Please, Your Majesty and Empress, drink the nuptial wine. From now on, may you live in harmony and be of one heart forever."
A palace maid came forward carrying two cups of wine.
Hongchang took one cup and handed another to Liang Wanyi.
Liang Wanyi accepted the drink shyly and drank it with Hongchang, their arms crossed.
The wine, with its subtle sweetness, made Liang Wanyi's heart beat even faster as it entered her mouth.
The palace maid squatted down beside the two men and tied the hems of their robes together.
"Your Majesty, may the Empress and I be forever united in heart and have a son soon."
After drinking the nuptial wine, the palace maids served up steamed buns symbolizing offspring.
Hongchang picked one up and fed it to Liang Wanyi's mouth.
Liang Wanyi took a small bite.
Liang Wanyi's cheeks flushed, and she secretly glanced at Hongchang.
She happened to meet his gentle gaze, and lowered her head in embarrassment.
Looking at her charming appearance, Hongchang couldn't help but smile.
The palace maid prompted, "To have the child or not?"
Liang Wanyi blushed even more, and said shyly, "Sheng"
The matron carrying the trays of red dates, peanuts, longans, and chestnuts sang a scattering song as she did so.
They scattered these fruits, symbolizing many children and much happiness, onto the bed curtains.
"A handful of chestnuts and a handful of dates, the little ones follow the big ones."
Joyful songs echoed within the Kunning Palace.
Liang Wanyi was infected by the lively atmosphere, and her nervousness gradually dissipated.
Hongchang looked at her with tenderness in his eyes and gently held Liang Wanyi's hand.
The nanny's song began again, the cheerful melody echoing throughout Kunning Palace:
May you have a son soon and your house be filled with happiness; may your children and grandchildren bring you joy.
As the chanting of the veil-sending maid gradually faded, a joyous and peaceful atmosphere filled the Kunning Palace.
Liang Wanyi's face appeared even more radiant in the glow of the red candlelight.
She lowered her head slightly, her fingers gently stroking the red silk on her knees.
My heart is filled with indescribable sweetness and happiness.
Hongchang gently took Liang Wanyi's hand and said tenderly:
"Wanyi, from now on, this palace will be your home."
As long as you fulfill your duties as Empress
I will treat you well and never let you suffer the slightest grievance.
Liang Wanyi raised her head, her eyes filled with a mixture of shyness and determination, and replied softly:
"Your Majesty, I know, and I will do my best to assist you."
"So that the emperor can focus on state affairs without having to worry about the harem."
After the curtain-setting ceremony concluded, the curtain-setting matron and the palace maids withdrew together.