The brothel girls waited until Xu Tangran and the others had entered the Commander's Office before they finished sweeping the remaining part of the road. Then, they quietly left.
"He invited over a thousand brothel girls to his wedding banquet?"
When the news reached the City Guard Palace, Miao Yi was a little dumbfounded when he heard of Xu Tangran's feat. This was the first time he had heard of something like this. He didn't know if Xu Tangran was truly magnanimous or just thick-skinned. He was well aware of Xu Tangran's character. The two of them had started out as Deputy Generals, and now they were both promoted to the position of Commander. This didn't seem like something Xu Tangran would do.
Bao Lian, who had 'complained', was actually quite puzzled as well. From a woman's point of view, she sometimes felt that these women were scum who specialized in seducing men. Sometimes, she felt sorry for them. It would be a lie to say that she wasn't moved when she heard about the sweeping scene. So there was such a rule in this line of work. Xu Tangran's actions left her speechless.
The news spread like wildfire on Heaven's Street. Some people even used the Star Bell to spread the news. Now, no one would laugh at Xu Tangran for marrying a brothel girl as his legal wife. The story of him sweeping the floor and sending the bride off became a legend for Xu Tangran. People said, "What a romantic man!"
The newlyweds bowed to the heavens and the earth in the western district's Commander's Office. The main venue for the banquet was the Jade Garden, and the other restaurants also had their own venues. This couldn't be helped. The wedding of the western district's Commander wasn't about taking in a concubine. This was a major event in one's life. After the bloody incident, who wouldn't come to congratulate them? However, if tens of thousands of merchants were to crowd together, it would be a little too crowded. Naturally, they had to split up. Some of the main guests were gathered at the Jade Garden, while the rest were hosted by the abbot under Xu Tangran's command.
However, there were exceptions. The Jade Garden still added another two hundred tables. Xu Tangran had already announced that he would invite the brothel girls to the Jade Garden for his wedding banquet.
There was a lake in the Jade Garden, and in the middle of the lake was a pavilion. Outside the pavilion, there were long corridors that extended in all directions along the shore. The right half of the shore was filled with women, while the left half was filled with men. Only a thousand merchants had been invited, so the women on the right side outnumbered the men on the left by a few hundred. What made people even more speechless was the women's identities.
When all the people who were supposed to come had arrived, the Jade Garden notified the City Guard Palace and invited the finale character to come on stage.
The streets outside were first sealed off, and dozens of Heavenly Soldiers and Heavenly Generals guarded the entrance of the Jade Garden vigilantly. After all, it had not been long since the assassination in the City Palace. Fu Qing, the Invincible Eagle, and Murong Xinghua accompanied Miao Yi as they descended from the sky and landed at the entrance. Bao Lian was by their side.
Xu Tangran and Xue Linglong were already waiting at the entrance. Xue Linglong had already taken down the beaded curtain on her phoenix coronet, and she looked exceptionally beautiful today. When they saw Miao Yi, the couple immediately bowed and greeted, "Milord!"
Miao Yi looked at the two of them and smiled. He then focused his gaze on Xue Linglong. The two of them had known each other for many years. Even though they didn't have much of a relationship, and the number of words they'd exchanged could be counted on one hand, the decision he made in the spur of the moment still determined the fate of this woman's life. Afterwards, he felt a little guilty.
He didn't see any resentment on Xue Linglong's face, so he was slightly relieved. Pressuring Xu Tangran to marry her was the right thing to do. With a smile, he took out a storage bangle and handed it to Xu Tangran. "This is a small token of my appreciation to congratulate the two of you on your wedding day. I hope you won't mind!"
This Milord had always been generous with his gifts. Naturally, he wouldn't take this lightly when it came to a joyous occasion like this. Xu Tangran immediately smiled and accepted the bangle with both hands. "Milord, you're too kind. It's already a great honor for us to have you come personally to support us."
A complicated look flashed across Xue Linglong's eyes. Back then, Mother Xu had repeatedly assured her that this man would be her husband for the rest of her life. Especially when Mother Xu had gone to ask for a matchmaker, she thought that the good news was near. A woman's heart was filled with all sorts of thoughts, and it was enough to cause her to toss and turn day and night. She still remembered how she had danced and danced in front of him to win his heart, but she didn't expect things to turn out this way. How could she not feel a tinge of sorrow in her heart?
Now that they met again, Commander Niu was still as handsome as ever. He stood out like a crane among chickens, and all the nobles in the Celestial Avenue bowed to him. This scene was enough to make a woman's heart beat faster. However, she had no choice but to bury those complicated thoughts in her heart. Since they couldn't help each other, she might as well bury them in her heart and forget about the martial world.
The couple once again bowed and thanked him. When they looked up again, Miao Yi was already striding forward.
Miao Yi, who had only taken a few steps, was stunned again. His gaze first fell on Huangfujun? The expression of the woman beside Y froze for a moment, then fell on Huangfujun? Y's face.
Huangfujun? Y raised his head slightly and looked to the side in a provocative manner.
Miao Yi was puzzled. Didn't Xiahou Longcheng say that this woman had become much more haggard? Why did she still look radiant and beautiful?
Ignoring the woman for now, Miao Yi walked to the side, cupped his fists and smiled. "Why didn't you tell me that Commander Zhan was coming?" He turned around and asked, "Xu Tangran, what's going on? Why didn't you report it?"
Xu Tangran hurried forward with a blank expression. "Commander Zhan? Which Commander Zhan? "
Miao Yi said, "Haven't you heard of one of the two new commanders in Dong Hua Town Headquarters, Commander Zhan Ruyi?"
As soon as he said this, the surrounding people were slightly stirred.
"Ah! Zhan Ruyi … "Xu Tangran was shocked. The first place in the previous assessment, the second place in the previous assessment, and the person who almost died in the hands of the Commander, had an extraordinary background. He had naturally heard of him, but why would a person with such a background appear at his wedding banquet? He was a little flustered as he said," I don't know. I really don't know … "
Zhan Ruyi raised his hand and pressed it down. He stared at Miao Yi and smiled. "Commander Niu, he really doesn't know. I've known Shopkeeper Huangfujun since we were young. After I took up my post, I couldn't help but come to visit. I didn't expect to bump into Commander Xu's wedding, so I came to join in the fun. I didn't want to disturb anyone.
Miao Yi glanced at the arrogant Huangfujun. Y didn't believe that she was only here for Huangfujun? Y was here. Coming to Dong Hua to take up his post, it was obvious that he was here for revenge. His appearance here was even more of a show of force. However, now was not the time to argue about this. He turned around and extended his hand. "Please!"
Since his identity had been exposed, Zhan Ruyi had no reason to put on an act. He extended his hand as well and the two of them walked side by side, leading the way.
"Great Commander!"
"Great Commander!"
The people on both sides of the path bowed in unison.
On one side were the merchants. Whether they were sincere or not, they appeared to be quite enthusiastic on the surface.
On the other side were the women from the brothel. Although they did not dress like they did in the day, they did not wear heavy makeup or fancy clothes. They were afraid that others would think too much of them, so they dressed more plainly and appropriately. Even so, their greetings were obviously lacking in confidence. This was not a brothel where they could use all their skills to attract customers. This was not a place where they should come with their status.
They were ashamed of their inferiority! Their usual elegance in the brothel was a little embarrassing in such a formal occasion. The nobility and inferiority were vividly reflected in their hearts. They looked down on themselves first.
It seemed that the rumors were true! Miao Yi nodded his head slightly along the way, his eyes filled with curiosity.
Xu Tangran quietly walked up and observed Miao Yi's reaction. Seeing that he did not seem to be angry, he breathed a sigh of relief. He was worried that Master would be unhappy.
The two Great Commanders were the first to step into the pavilion in the middle of the lake, illuminated by the bright lanterns, and ascended to the highest seats.
There was originally an additional seat at the top. After Miao Yi and Zhan Ruyi sat side by side, the rest of the people took their seats.
The pavilion above the lake was filled with long tables, and the people sitting there were all reputable people in Heaven Street. There were Commanders and Deputy Generals, as well as shopkeepers with more powerful backgrounds. On the other hand, there were many people sitting around the tables by the lake.
After the commotion, as the person with the highest authority here, Miao Yi raised his cup in a toast. Everyone in the loft, from top to bottom, stood up and raised their cups. Half of the people by the lake also stood up, while the women on the other half sat down, not daring to move or accept this gesture.
Unexpectedly, Miao Yi glanced over and purposely walked to the railing in that direction. He raised his cup to them from afar, displaying the demeanor of a Great Commander. The meaning behind his gesture was obvious. Faced with the might of tens of thousands of heads piled up on Heaven Street, the group of brothel women immediately stood up and raised their cups in a flurry.
Zhan Ruyi tilted his head to look, secretly praising him. With a superior like this, it was no wonder he had such subordinates.
She came from a strict aristocratic family. Aristocratic families placed great importance on etiquette. How could she normally see a Great Commander condescending to a group of brothel women in such an occasion? However, she didn't know that for Miao Yi, it was a different matter. As a commoner, he didn't have much of a good impression of brothel women. All the neighbors heard were cursing them for selling their bodies. It was a matter of morality. However, today was his subordinate's wedding day. Since they were guests invited by Xu Tangran, and he was the one who brought Xue Linglong together, how could he not give her face? He didn't think as much as she did.
He glanced at Huang Fujun, who had the demeanor of a Great Commander. Y bit his lip and cursed in his heart, 'Damn you!'
Miao Yi raised his cup and drank first. Everyone followed suit. Some of the women by the lake immediately covered their mouths and sobbed after putting down their cups. It felt good to be treated like a human. In the brothel, they were just cheap playthings that others looked down on. They never thought there would be a day like this.
Xue Linglong put down her cup and looked at the nobles present. She never thought that one day she would become the hostess of such an occasion. She felt like she was dreaming and her eyes were slightly wet. When Xu Tangran noticed it, he reached out and patted the back of her hand. He shook his head slightly, signaling to her not to lose her composure in front of the Great Commander …
With Miao Yi's status, he wouldn't be here to accompany everyone. With him around, no one would be able to relax. It would be equivalent to suppressing the atmosphere. It was fine as long as he got his point across.
Zhan Ruyi was also tactful. Huang Fujun? Y left with him.
Along the way, Miao Yi naturally invited Great Commander Zhan to the City-Guarding Palace for a cup of tea. It didn't matter if there was any grudge between them. On the surface, he still had to be polite on his own.
It was inconvenient for a man and a woman to be alone. As Zhan Ruyi's friend, Huang Fujun? Y followed along, basking in the limelight.
Then to the City-Guarding Palace, and to the place where the two of them parted ways. Miao Yi and Huang Fujun? Y's eyes didn't meet.
In the middle, Zhan Ruyi received a message. He took the Star Bell and retreated to the courtyard to hide for a while. With the two 'enemies' present, it would be hard for the two of them not to face each other.
Miao Yi held his teacup and looked outside the pavilion.
Huang Fujun, who was secretly gritting his teeth? Y glanced at Bao Lian, who was standing by the side. He could not help but send a telepathic message. "I don't know which son of a b * tch tried to find out about my situation from Xiahou Longcheng. Stop pretending!"
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