20demayo Chapter 364 Consort Fucha
Chapter 364 Consort Fucha
Princess Shuhe's wedding day has finally arrived.
On this day, the weather was clear and sunny, and the entire capital was immersed in a festive atmosphere.
The palace was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, and a joyful atmosphere permeated the air.
The red carpet stretched from Princess Shuhe's residence to the new Li residence.
Princess Shuhe was going to the Li residence to fetch her bride today, so she naturally had to get up early to prepare.
Princess Shuhe was the first princess to welcome her husband into her household.
The wedding dress she wore was naturally not the same auspicious gown worn by princesses on their wedding nights.
Princess Shuhe naturally rode a horse to welcome her husband.
Therefore, the wedding dress had to be both appropriate for the princess's noble status and convenient for horseback riding.
After careful selection by Fucha Peiyun, Nian Shilan, and others,
Ultimately, a unique auspicious dress was custom-made for Princess Shuhe.
This auspicious robe is predominantly red, symbolizing joy and good fortune.
The gold decorations added to the royal prestige and luxury.
It is embroidered with a beautiful phoenix pattern, the phoenix feathers are so lifelike, as if it is about to take flight at any moment.
The collar and cuffs of the auspicious robe were trimmed with gold, adding to its splendor and solemnity.
To facilitate horseback riding, the hem of the auspicious robe was cleverly designed to be two separate pieces.
It does not affect the aesthetics and ensures freedom of movement.
In addition, a gold belt was specially designed at the waist of the auspicious robe.
It is inlaid with several dazzling pearls, which not only serve a decorative purpose,
It can also help to stabilize the waist while riding a horse, preventing the auspicious robe from billowing.
After Princess Shuhe put on this auspicious dress, she appeared even more elegant and radiant.
Similarly, for the sake of convenience while riding a horse, Princess Shuhe was also not allowed to wear the court crown.
Therefore, Fucha Peiyun and others selected a delicate and exquisite phoenix crown for Princess Shuhe.
Although this phoenix crown is not as heavy and elaborate as the court crown, it is still quite magnificent.
A few pearls dangled down, swaying gently with Princess Shuhe's movements, adding to the princess's charm.
The phoenix crown was securely fastened to Princess Shuhe's hair.
It is convenient to move around and wear, without affecting the overall aesthetics.
At dawn, as the first rays of sunlight shone on Princess Shuhe's residence, the place was already bustling with activity.
The palace maids busily dressed and styled Princess Shuhe's hair.
Meanwhile, the guards stood in neat rows outside the mansion, ready to escort the princess to the Li residence to welcome her husband.
Empress Liang Wanyi and the other princesses arrived at Princess Shuhe's residence early in the morning.
Firstly, to offer help; secondly, to send blessings.
Princess Shuhe looked at herself in her finest attire in the mirror, her heart filled with anticipation.
Liang Wanyi said, "Sister Shuhe is truly stunningly beautiful today, like a celestial being."
This newly made auspicious dress makes Princess Shuhe's temperament even more outstanding.
Princess Shuhe smiled slightly, a hint of tenderness flashing in her eyes:
"Your Majesty, you flatter me. This auspicious robe and phoenix crown were all carefully prepared for me."
I just benefited from their success.
At this moment, Consort Xin, Lü Yingfeng, entered with a kind smile on her face:
"Shuhe, everything is ready, and the guards outside are all dressed and ready to go."
It's getting late, time to get going.
"Understood, Mother." Princess Shuhe nodded and stood up.
The crowd surrounded her as she walked out.
Stepping out of the princess's residence, one sees a large crowd already gathered outside, people holding flowers.
With joyful smiles on their faces, they all bowed and offered their blessings to Princess Shuhe.
Princess Shuhe stopped and waved to the people with a smile:
"Fellow citizens, today is a joyous day for me. Thank you all for coming to offer your blessings."
The eunuchs carried baskets of wedding money and sweets, scattering handfuls of them to the surrounding people.
Cheers and blessings rose and fell, making the whole scene incredibly lively.
Surrounded by the crowd, Princess Shuhe slowly walked toward the steed that had been prepared.
The horse was pure white with silky mane, and its saddle and reins were decorated with red silk, making it look especially festive.
Princess Shuhe nimbly mounted her horse, and the steed let out a long neigh, as if it too was celebrating this joyous day.
Princess Shuhe sat gracefully on horseback, exuding elegance and majesty.
She smiled slightly and bowed to the surrounding people.
Then, with a gentle nudge of its flanks, the horse strode forward with agile steps, galloping along the red carpet toward the Li residence.
The guards stood in neat rows on either side and behind Princess Shuhe.
They were all upright with firm gazes.
He gripped his weapon tightly, remaining vigilant to his surroundings to ensure the princess's safety.
The people lined both sides of the street,
Holding flowers and waving ribbons, their faces beamed with joy.
They cheered and offered their blessings to Princess Shuhe:
"Your Highness, may you enjoy a long and happy marriage, and be forever united in heart!"
"May the princess and her husband be a perfect match, growing old together in happiness!"
Cheers and blessings blended into a sea of joy.
The entire capital was immersed in a festive and peaceful atmosphere.
Today is Princess Shuhe's wedding day, and the people of the capital are spontaneously keeping the streets and alleys clean and tidy.
The shops on both sides of the street opened early, hanging bright red lanterns and festive couplets.
Every household displays fresh flowers and fruits at their doorsteps, symbolizing a bountiful harvest and joy.
The children ran happily through the streets.
Holding colorful windmills and balloons, their faces beamed with innocent smiles.
The entire capital city seemed to have turned into a sea of joy, with a festive atmosphere everywhere.
Princess Shuhe's cavalry slowly made their way along the red carpet.
Wherever he went, the people made way for him, bowing respectfully and offering their blessings.
Princess Shuhe waved to the people from time to time.
He always wore a gentle and kind smile.
She knew that the people's affection for her was not because of her status as a princess.
It was because she had cared about the people's suffering for many years and had done many practical things for them.
Today, they expressed their blessings and love for her in their own way.
This filled Princess Shuhe's heart with warmth and emotion.
Thinking back to many years ago, she was just a little girl hiding in the princess's mansion.
She was afraid of being scolded by her nanny even if she ate an extra bite of porridge, and seeing her own mother was as difficult as climbing to heaven.
Back then, she was timid and cowardly, even speaking softly, afraid of causing unnecessary trouble.
But fate always takes a turn for the worse without warning.
If it weren't for the appearance of Empress Dowager Fucha Peiyun,
She may forever be confined to that small world, living a cautious life.
The arrival of Fucha Peiyun was like a ray of light, illuminating her originally dark world.
She was allowed to leave the princess's quarters, giving her mother the opportunity to conceive again, and her rank gradually rose.
She herself studied, practiced martial arts, and gradually rose to prominence.
She became the radiant and revered Princess Gulun Shuhe, whose rank was comparable to that of a prince.
Finally, Princess Shuhe's cavalry arrived at the gate of the Li residence.
The Li residence was already brightly decorated, with large red lanterns hanging at the entrance.
The walls were adorned with festive couplets, and a pair of golden "囍" characters were pasted on the two large doors.
The Li family members were already eagerly waiting at the door. Li Zhenxuan was dressed in a bright red wedding robe.
He stood tall and straight like a pine tree, graceful and elegant, at the entrance.
His face was handsome, with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes. At this moment, his eyes were filled with anticipation and irrepressible joy.
In the distance, Princess Shuhe's cavalry slowly approached, like a magnificent cloud drifting in.
Li Zhenxuan's gaze was fixed on that figure, and his heart began to beat faster and faster.
As he saw Princess Shuhe's cavalry approaching, he strode forward, a happy smile on his face.
Princess Shuhe smiled slightly on her horse, then lightly leaped and landed steadily on the ground.
Li Zhenxuan quickly stepped forward and respectfully bowed:
"Your subject, Li Zhenxuan, respectfully welcomes the Princess's arrival."
Princess Shuhe stepped forward and gently helped him up:
"Zhenxuan, today is a joyous occasion for us, there's no need for such formalities."
Li Zhenxuan raised his head and his gaze met Princess Shuhe's. The two smiled at each other, their eyes filled with affection.
Then, the two held hands and walked side by side into the Li residence.
Before Li's parents, they solemnly performed a grand ceremony and bowed to heaven and earth.
After the ceremony, they warmly greeted the guests who had come to offer their congratulations.
Li Zhenxuan and Princess Shuhe slowly walked out of the Li residence, surrounded by the crowd.
The two rode side by side, slowly making their way back to the princess's residence along the red carpet.
When they returned to the princess's residence, the palace maids carried flower baskets.
They were showered with colorful flower petals, symbolizing happiness and bliss.
The two entered the mansion, which was bustling with guests.
There were high-ranking officials, imperial relatives, and representatives of ordinary people from the capital.
They all offered their sincerest blessings to Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan.
On the high seats in the main hall sat Emperor Hongchang, Empress Dowager Fucha Peiyun, and Nian Shilan.
And then there's Empress Liang Wanyi, and of course, Princess Shuhe's birth mother, Consort Xin.
The other princesses' birth mothers were all present at today's wedding banquet, their faces beaming with smiles and their eyes filled with joy and blessings.
Hongchang stood up, raised his glass, and said...
"Today is the wedding day of my eldest sister, Princess Shuhe."
I hereby wish my elder sister, Princess Shuhe, and her husband, Prince Consort Li Zhenxuan, a long and happy marriage.
May you be forever united in heart and soul, have many children, and enjoy lasting happiness!
Everyone raised their glasses and echoed in unison:
"May Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan have a long and happy marriage, and be forever united in heart!"
Fucha Peiyun also stood up and looked intently at the newlyweds:
"Today is Shuhe's big day, and as her mother-in-law, I also have a few words to say."
Shuhe was sensible and well-behaved from a young age. Despite experiencing many hardships, she never gave up.
She won everything she has today through her resilience and kindness.
Today, her life will enter another phase.
As her legal mother, I am genuinely happy for her.
Li Zhenxuan, you are a good boy.
I hope you will treat Shuhe well in the future and make her happy for the rest of her life.
Instead of adding further complications to Shuhe's life.
Li Zhenxuan immediately knelt on one knee and solemnly said:
"Your Majesty, rest assured, I will protect the princess for the rest of my life and never let her suffer the slightest grievance."
Princess Shuhe's eyes were slightly red; she was deeply moved by Fucha Peiyun's words.
Lu Yingfeng was also very grateful to Fucha Peiyun for her care and nurturing over the years, and for her thoughtfulness at this moment.
Then, everyone rose to offer toasts and blessings. The princesses and their consorts also stepped forward in turn.
This expresses best wishes to Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan.
The entire wedding banquet was filled with laughter and joy, creating a warm and lively atmosphere.
As night fell and the lanterns were lit, the princess's residence was brightly lit, as if it were daytime.
Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan walked hand in hand through the long corridor, the moonlight shining on them and casting a happy shadow.
Back in the new house, the red candles flickered, creating a warm and romantic atmosphere.
Li Zhenxuan gently lifted Princess Shuhe's veil, and in the candlelight, Princess Shuhe's beauty was even more captivating.
The two looked at each other and smiled, their eyes filled with shyness and affection.
The next morning, sunlight streamed through the sheer curtains, casting warmth onto the floor of the new house.
Li Zhenxuan slowly opened his eyes and saw that Princess Shuhe beside him was still immersed in a sweet dream.
Her face looked exceptionally serene and beautiful in the morning light.
Li Zhenxuan gently tucked the blanket around her, and then Princess Shuhe slowly opened her eyes.
Li Zhenxuan: "I have woken the princess."
Princess Shuhe opened her eyes groggily and blushed when she saw Li Zhenxuan beside her.
"They didn't wake me up, they just said it was time for me to get up."
Princess Shuhe spoke softly, her voice languid from just waking up.
The two got up, washed, and dressed properly before heading to pay their respects to their elders.
They first went to Lü Yingfeng's courtyard to pay their respects.
Lü Yingfeng had gotten up early and was waiting.
In fact, she was so excited that she couldn't sleep well all night, after all, she had been looking forward to this day for a long time.
Seeing Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan enter, a kind smile appeared on her face:
"Shuhe, Zhenxuan, did you sleep well last night?"
"Mother, Zhenxuan and I slept very well. Thank you for your concern, Mother."
Princess Shuhe stepped forward, gently took Lü Yingfeng's hand, her eyes filled with happiness.
While feeling gratified, Lü Yingfeng's heart skipped a beat.
It's not that she doesn't want her daughter to be well, it's just that she hopes her daughter will be happy.
She was also worried that her daughter would value men too much, and that if something unexpected happened, she wouldn't be able to handle it.
However, Shuhe was newly married, and she couldn't say anything discouraging in front of her son-in-law.
Lü Yingfeng held Shuhe's hand
"Now that you're finally married, you must support each other and live a good life together with Zhenxuan."
Princess Shuhe nodded obediently.
"Don't worry, Mother, I understand."
Li Zhenxuan quickly added, "Your Majesty, rest assured, I will certainly treat the princess well."
Lü Yingfeng nodded: "It's getting late, I've had breakfast prepared."
"Have a small amount first, then go to the palace to pay your respects to the Emperor and Empress Dowager."
Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan responded in unison:
"Yes, Mother (Your Majesty)."
After having breakfast, Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan went to the palace together to pay their respects to the Emperor and Empress Dowager.
After entering the palace, the two first went to the Qianqing Palace to pay their respects to Hongchang.
As soon as the two arrived at the entrance of Qianqing Palace, Zhang Hude led them into the hall.
Hongchang was sitting on the dragon throne reviewing memorials.
Seeing them come in, he put down his pen and said with a smile:
"Your Majesty, you and your husband were married yesterday, and you look quite well today."
Princess Shuhe and Li Zhenxuan quickly bowed and said, "Greetings, Your Majesty. Thank you for your concern."
Hongchang smiled and waved his hand: "Get up. Today is the second day of your marriage, no need for formalities."
I wish you a harmonious marriage and that you will soon have a son.
After speaking, Hongchang looked at Li Zhenxuan again, still wanting to give him a warning.
"Li Zhenxuan, Princess Shuhe is my most respected elder sister."
Despite experiencing many hardships since childhood, he has always remained steadfast and resilient.
She is gentle, kind, and sincere; you should cherish her.
If you harbor any ill intentions, then you should be careful.
"Don't let me find out. It's very easy for me to make one of my sons-in-law die of illness."