The late Han Dynasty was an era that paid great attention to etiquette. Even ordinary people needed the gifts of three matchmakers and six betrothals to get married, and the etiquette for marrying a princess was naturally much more complicated.
The reason why Jia Yu came to Chang'an in advance was to help his son deal with all the trivial matters. Although most of the matters have been taken care of now, Qin Hao still prepared for more than a month after arriving.
The fourth year of Zhongping (187 AD), February 1st.
Champion Hou Qinhao and Wannian Princess Liu Mu postponed their engagement for nearly two years, but it was finally held as scheduled amidst great expectations.
On this day, merchants in Chang'an city offer discounts, restaurants reduce prices, and brothels close... The whole city is celebrating, and everyone is blessing the beautiful couple.
"The prince and the princess are truly a match made in heaven."
"I wish the champion and Her Royal Highness the princess a happy marriage and a happy son soon."
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Qin Hao, who was riding a snow dragon pony, was at the front of the wedding procession, facing everyone along the way who stopped to watch with an indifferent expression.
Qin Hao wore a red brocade robe with black edges and gold embroidery, embroidered with elegant hollow patterns of bamboo leaves, and a gold-trimmed jade belt around his waist, which highlighted his natural nobility and matched his flawless handsome face.
, making all the women along the way scream.
It's a pity that such a perfect man is destined not to have any interaction with them.
In the Weiyang Palace, Liu Mu was sitting on the cloud bed, patiently waiting for the arrival of her future husband, while Liu was surrounded by a large group of warblers and swallows.
These women are either the daughters of high-ranking officials in the court or the ladies of various major families. In addition, they all have another identity, that is, they are Liu Mu's close friends.
Daughters from wealthy families often cannot decide on their own marriages, so they all admire Liu Mu very much. Not only can he marry the person he likes, but he is also so outstanding.
The champion prince, who is both civilized and military, is the idol in the hearts of countless people. Who among the girls who are about to marry does not want to marry the champion prince?
But the champion with peerless talent can only be matched by someone as golden as Princess Wannian!
The peerless genius, the noble princess, the talented man and the beautiful woman are just like a fairy tale.
"Sister Mu, you are so beautiful today."
Fu Shou, the youngest among the girls, hugged Liu Mu's arm and said with admiration: "Brother Qin Hao is really lucky to be able to marry you in his previous life."
Immediately, Fu Shou was pulled away by Cai Yan.
"Shou'er, stop rubbing Wannian's skirt. Sooner or later you will wear it too."
As soon as this statement came out, there was a burst of laughter, but there was a bit of bitterness in my heart.
I know how to put it on, but the one I want to marry is not my sweetheart.
"Your Highness, here we come, here we come."
A stunning-looking maid ran over and said happily: "The prince-in-law is here."
This maid also has alluring talents, which is no worse than Cai Yan and other women present, but compared with Liu Mu, who is about to get married, she still pales in comparison.
It’s not that she’s not beautiful enough, it’s that Liu Mu is so gorgeous today that no one can compete with her.
Wearing a wedding dress, Liu Mu has picturesque eyebrows, watery eyes, smooth and short hair hanging gracefully by her ears, and a delicate Yao nose that seems to be as delicate as a sculpture, perfectly placed on Liu Mu's elegant jade face.
, it’s as if a fairy has come down to earth.
Although Liu Mu was happy in his heart, his face was as calm as water. He said calmly: "Xiao'e, have you forgotten all the etiquette in the palace? How can you be so excited?"
The maid playfully stuck out her sweet tongue, then hugged Liu Mu's arm and said coquettishly: "Your Highness, today is a great day for you, don't say this is depressing."
A hint of helplessness flashed across Liu Mu's face. Although Xiao'e was just a palace maid, they had grown up together and were sisters, so Liu Mu couldn't bear to scold her.
"You, after marrying General Hou Yi, you must never do this again. Do you understand?"
"Yes." Xiao'e nodded heavily.
Hou Yi and Xiao'e came from the same village, and later one became his personal palace maid, and the other became his palace guard Yu Linlang.
It was precisely because of Xiao'e that Liu Mu recommended Hou Yi, and Hou Yi was also very competitive. He became a general soon, which shows that his ability is also extremely extraordinary.
Hou Yi was a general whom Liu Mu valued very much, and Xiao'e was her most affectionate sister. Marrying her to Hou Yi would not only increase his loyalty to the man, but also allow lovers to get married. p>
Liu Mu thought that this was the best of both worlds, but she never imagined that Hou Yi only regarded Xiao'e as his sister, but he really liked her.
"Xiao'e, Wang Situ has promised me that I will accept you as my adopted daughter."
Seeing that the princess was about to get married, but she had already considered everything for herself, Xiao'e was moved to tears and sobbed: "Your Highness, slave, slave..."
"Don't cry!"
Liu Mu wiped away the tears from the corners of Xiao'e's eyes and said with a smile: "By the way, Wang Situ also gave you a new name, Chang'e. What do you think of this name?
"Chang'e has nothing to repay the princess for her great kindness. She can only repay her kindness by holding grass in her hand and making a ring."
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Liu Mu's group of best friends was really difficult to deal with, forcing Qin Hao to write three love poems on the spot, and then he was allowed to pick up the Wannian Princess. These three love poems also spread all over the world very quickly, becoming the ideal choice for men in the future.
The best confession.
The Prince Consort's Mansion in Chang'an is slightly smaller in scale than the one in Luoyang, but its level of luxury is no different.
The wedding banquet between Qin Hao and the princess was naturally held to the highest standards.
The dignitaries in Chang'an also gave Qin Hao, the champion, a lot of face. They basically sent representatives here whether they could come or not. As for the gifts, they were piled up in several courtyards. Of course, there were not many that Qin Hao could like.
There were three thousand people present at the banquet. It was certainly impossible for Qin Hao to 'accompany' every table and clink glasses with him, including the princes, nobles, and some of the heads of powerful clans and high-ranking officials in the court.
Even so, Qin Hao drank so much that in the end he had to pretend to be drunk to avoid drinking. After all, if he was really drunk, he would not be able to get married.
Qin Hao walked toward the wedding room with swaying steps. After slowly opening the door, he saw Liu Mu, wearing a red hijab, sitting on the wedding bed.
Qin Hao was about to go in, but after a burst of drunkenness, he tripped over the threshold.
Qin Hao, who fell flat on his back, raised his head in embarrassment, but Liu Mu immediately raised his hijab and came to help Qin Hao.
Qin Hao, who was helped up by Liu Mu, leaned on Liu Mu, smelled the girl's virgin fragrance, and joked with a smile: "Is this considered a show of strength by Her Royal Highness the Princess?"
"What did you say?"
A blush flashed across Liu Mu's face, and then he said with a sweet smile: "Yes, this fall is my disgrace. Let's see if you dare to bully me in the future."