Chapter 209: The Marriage - Rebirth of the Noble Daughter

Chapter 209: The Marriage

On the first day of the second lunar month, the day before the Dragon Raises Its Head festival.

The wedding was scheduled to avoid the Dragon Raises Its Head day, which was an auspicious day for the imperial family. If she were marrying the Ninth Prince, that day would have been perfect, but since she was marrying only Liang Gongzi, there were many taboos to consider.

The wedding attire had been delivered a few days earlier. Embroidered by the skilled Wang Xiuniang, the pattern of mandarin ducks playing in the water was vividly lifelike. The hem was adorned with fine pearls, and the clothes were pressed with scented steam, leaving a faint fragrance.

Wei Lanxuan, already beautiful, looked even more charming and adorable in her bridal attire.l

Beitang, always sweet-talking, immediately praised her, “Miss looks like a celestial fairy descended to earth. Imagine how delighted the groom will be when he sees you.”

Meanwhile, Nanhu was applying makeup, using the finest products. The peach blossom powder, mixed with lustrous beads, left her skin looking moist and radiant. “The things given by Noble Consort are truly wonderful. Miss’s complexion is even more beautiful with this peach blossom powder.”

Delicate and charming, with eyes full of spring.

Wei Lanxuan had been waiting for this day for a long time. Although the arrangements were not as grand as they would have been if she were marrying the Ninth Prince, for the Liang family, it was a considerable effort.

Liang Gongzi had somehow found fresh flowers to pave the path early, creating a scene where she seemed to step on blossoms with every step.

Outside in the courtyard, the Duke and the eldest son of the Wei family were greeting guests.

The Wei family’s wedding banquet attracted most of the city’s noble families. The Bai and Feng families were also invited, but due to their current tensions, they sent servants to deliver gifts instead, disappointing those who wanted to see Bai Siruo's embarrassment.

“Hey, did you hear? Grand Secretary Xu is critically ill again. Who knows if he’ll make it through this time.”

“Exactly. The Xu family must have angered some deity, leaving only a girl behind. Now she’s disheartened and teaching at Wenjin Academy, clearly avoiding the sight of the Liang and Wei families’ marriage.”

“What a pity. Such a good child, driven to this. I tell you, that Liang family scion is a scoundrel. Just wait and see, now that he’s climbed up the Wei family tree, he’ll probably enter the court.”

The gossiping wives were eating the Wei family’s food while talking about their scandals.

This was typical in the circles of noble women in the capital. They didn’t genuinely care about the Xu family; they were just making casual conversation.

These words reached Yue Jian’s ears, giving her different thoughts.

Frowning, she thought Miss Xu was truly cunning. Why leave early or late, but right before Miss’s wedding? Grand Secretary Xu’s critical condition was also suspicious.

Since the tenth year of Tianqi, he frequently fell critically ill, yet he managed to write a ruthless letter of resignation, humiliating the groom and causing Miss much distress.

Hmph, the Xu family was truly ungrateful, deserving their lonely end.

With these thoughts, she whispered to a nearby maid, and soon those gossiping wives had their dresses accidentally dirtied by the maid, leading them to a side courtyard to change.

Everything returned to a lively scene.

When Liang Gongzi came to fetch his bride, everything went smoothly.

After bidding farewell to the Duke and Madam Wei, and bowing to Wei Dalang, Wei Lanxuan officially became a member of the Liang family, her future tied to theirs.

Under her red bridal veil, Wei Lanxuan’s eyes reddened slightly. Reaching this day had not been easy, and she hoped for a peaceful and happy life ahead.

After completing all the wedding rites, the couple proceeded outside, boarded the flower palanquin, and the band began to play. The grand procession of 120 dowries followed the palanquin, scattering candies and coins along the way, delighting many children who cheered.

Amidst blessings and good wishes, Wei Lanxuan felt joyous as she sat in the palanquin.

Upon entering the Liang family, she bowed to Master Liang. After the couple’s ceremony, they were sent to their bridal chamber.

The happiest person at the banquet was Liang Luo, who dressed just as splendidly as her new sister-in-law. Her cat’s eye stone earrings, gifted by Noble Consort, attracted much admiration.

“Noble Consort’s gifts are truly unique, incomparable to anything outside, even at Zhenbao Zhai.”

These words came from noblewomen who had recently become close to Liang Luo, each flattering her.

Rumors had spread that Liang Luo might become the princess consort of the Ninth Prince’s mansion.

Though these rumors seemed baseless, Noble Consort Wei’s frequent gifts suggested otherwise, making many people keen to curry favor with Liang Luo.

Thus, besides Wei Lanxuan, Liang Luo was the most talked-about person today.

With one family member being the center of attention, the other naturally became a focal point too. Liang Quanbin, with a good capacity for liquor, welcomed everyone, drinking heartily with his colleagues. Liang Gongzi, full of joy, smiled more than anyone else.

Lord and Lady Changyi, seated at the head table, remained expressionless. Although today was their grandson’s wedding day, they saw it as an opportunity for their cunning son-in-law to socialize.

Lady Changyi, noticing her husband’s displeasure, whispered, “Husband, why not go to the side courtyard to sober up? I see you’ve had quite a bit to drink.”

After decades of marriage, they understood each other’s thoughts without needing explanations.

Lord Changyi had only sipped lightly, not enough to need sobering up, but he preferred a quieter place over watching the father and son’s act.

Nodding, he called for a servant to lead the way.

Before leaving, Liang Quanbin feigned concern for the elders, only to receive cold grunts as Lord and Lady Changyi left with stern faces.

“Pan’er, go check on your grandparents. If they’ve had too much to drink, send them some sobering soup.”

“Yes.”

Outwardly, he was the caring son-in-law, but in truth, he was yet to secure his son’s future and needed to be more attentive.

Liang Gongzi, like his father, had learned to be calculating. Previously submissive, he was now ready to start a family and career, adopting many of Liang Quanbin’s schemes.

Lord Changyi naturally felt more affection for his grandson and granddaughter. Although he disliked their father's unsavory ways, they were still his daughter’s children, so he showed more familial love.

Seeing his grandson proactively escort them to the side courtyard brought some comfort to his heart.