The Red Chamber: Starting from Saving Xue Baochai

Chapter 91: Shen Zhuangyuan's Wedding at Rong Mansion

"Who are those people behind Shen Zhuangyuan? They all look very heroic!"

"Brother, you have just arrived in Shenjing not long ago, how could you not even recognize Feng Ziying?"

"I have certainly heard of Feng Lang's name, he is the second best in martial arts, but I have never had the chance to meet him."

"To the right behind Mr. Shen is Feng Ziying, and to the left behind is Mr. Shen, the third place in the military competition, Jiang Fan. They are now generals of the New Army Guards. And after them are..." Someone introduced the main members of the wedding procession one by one.

"How do you know?"

"Not long ago, the new army returned victorious from suppressing bandits. I happened to see them outside Yongding Gate. Let me tell you something."

This person praised the New Army's record in suppressing bandits, causing everyone to roll their eyes.

"The matter of suppressing bandits has been described in great detail in Hanmozhai's tabloids. Just save your saliva, or it will spray all over our faces!"

Although they said so, everyone was still amazed in their hearts. Today's trip was not in vain. They met all these bandit-suppressing heroes in one go.

It’s like chasing stars in later generations. Hearing about them is one thing, but when you see them up close, it’s inevitable that you feel excited.

While some people were amazed, others were deeply disappointed.

"Mr. Shen is getting married so soon. Sigh, it seems my daughter will never have the chance to become his wife."

"Old Wang, with your daughter's looks, even Shen Zhuangyuan would despise her for being a maid. Just dream on. My niece is only 28 years old and is as beautiful as a flower. Alas, it's a pity that she didn't meet Mr. Shen earlier."

"Come on, your niece must weigh 200 pounds and is as beautiful as a flower. I... Pah—"

The people around burst into laughter.

Then the two people who were quarreling started fighting, and soon a servant from the Shen residence came out to persuade them to stop and restore order.

"Today is our Lord Shen's wedding, and everyone is here to wish for good luck. There is no need to get angry over trivial matters. Calm down, both of you."

Shen Yuan rode a horse, and after leaving the Shen Mansion, the group did not go to Rongguo Mansion immediately, but instead took a detour along Ningrong Street. This was also planned in advance to avoid appearing too simple.

After walking around, I arrived outside the gate of Rongguo Mansion and it was exactly time.

At this moment, a maid called out from inside the mansion: "The auspicious time has arrived."

Then, accompanied by the crackling sound of firecrackers and in the air filled with smoke, Baochai, wearing a red veil and supported by Ying'er, left the Rong Mansion.

Accompanied by Aunt Xue and Xue Pan, she got into the big red sedan chair that Shen Yuan had prepared in advance.

Seeing Shen Yuan, Xue Pan took a few steps forward and said happily, "Brother Shen."

Shen Yuan couldn't continue sitting there, so he got off the horse. Xue Pan quickly came up and held the young man's hand.

He raised his big head, with a wider smile on his face, and said, "I leave my sister to Brother Shen. I hope you will grow old together."

From today on, Xue Pan becomes the brother-in-law of the martial arts champion. There will be another halo on his big head. When he goes out to drink in the future, won’t people look at him with respect?
Xue Pan felt very happy just thinking about it.

Shen Yuan naturally didn't think about his brother-in-law's thoughts, and nodded and said, "Brother Xue, don't worry, I will treat her well."

"Okay, okay, I am 100% confident in you, Brother Shen." Xue Pan laughed heartily.

Aunt Xue couldn't stop smiling when she saw her son and son-in-law talking so harmoniously.

Now that her daughter has found a good man, the Xue family will have someone to rely on in the future, so she can put her mind at ease. From now on, she just needs to keep an eye on her son and not let him get into trouble. In the future, when the family business is passed on to the grandchildren, the Xue family will live better and better.

At this moment, Aunt Xue really felt that the current result was many times better than the so-called golden marriage. If her nephew Baoyu had not been a member of the Duke's Mansion, he would not be worthy of her attention.

"Pan'er, don't get in Yuan'er's way and delay your sister's good time."

Xue Pan closed his mouth and said no more.

Shen Yuan nodded, came to the bridal sedan, and saw Ying'er standing beside her with a smile on her face.

He paused and took a deep look at the door curtain of the big red sedan.

At this time, Baochai was sitting upright in the room with her hands folded in front of her flat belly. She seemed to be able to feel that her lover was very close to her, only separated by a curtain.

She will marry Shen Lang soon, and in the future she will take care of her husband and children and assist her husband.
"Let's get the sedan chair."

After Shen Yuan finished speaking, he walked to the horse, grabbed the reins, and jumped on.

Afterwards, the guards played music and the bride-welcoming crowd protected the bridal sedan as they circled Ningrong Street again. This time the procession was more lively and festive than before. Behind the bridal sedan was a long line of people carrying various large and small wooden boxes filled with Baochai's dowry.

The people watching on both sides of Ningrong Street couldn't help but exclaim and talk about this scene when they saw it.

"Oh my god, how much dowry is this? I thought the Xue family was marrying up, but now it seems that Shen Zhuangyuan is not at a loss."

"What's the point of losing or not? Do you think everyone is as mercenary as you? Shen Zhuangyuan certainly doesn't care about these things."

"Besides, the Xue family's ancestors were also Ziwei Sheren, and they have been royal merchants for generations, so they are not an ordinary family."

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It took another half an hour for the huge team to complete the bride-picking process and return to the Shen Mansion. Although Ningrong Street was not particularly long, there were drums and music everywhere, and firecrackers were set off along the way, so they could not move fast.

The bridal sedan landed in front of the mansion gate. Firecrackers popped on both sides, and the air was filled with smoke again.

Under the gaze of the onlookers, the groom, dressed in a bright red wedding gown, led the bride, who was dressed in bright red makeup and a red veil, into the door and into the back hall.

It was just noon, and there were still two or three hours before the evening ceremony.

This period of time is mainly used to welcome guests and take their seats at the mansion.

The first to arrive were the women from the Rongguo Mansion. There was no need for Shen Yuan to greet them; they could just be received by Youshi and Qin Keqing.

Led by Lady Jia, Lady Xing, Lady Wang, Li Wan, Wang Xifeng, Daiyu, Xiangyun, Yingchun, Tanchun, Xichun and a bunch of maids and nannies from the Rong Mansion entered through the west side door of the Shen Mansion.

Aunt Xue also came. This was also according to Shen Yuan’s suggestion, and the wedding was held under the witness and blessings of everyone.

At this moment, Youshi and Qin Keqing were already waiting here, and Jiang Qiuer was also there. In the eyes of others, she was the same hometown as the bride and groom, and was also the bride's best friend, so it was reasonable for her to come and help with the wedding.

To put it bluntly, Shen Yuan has lost his parents and relatives and is alone. It would be difficult to plan such a big wedding without finding some help.

"Old lady, you are here." Seeing Lady Jia, Youshi stepped forward a few steps, her face full of joy, and said with a smile, "We are waiting for your auspicious aura here."

After hearing this, Jia's mother was delighted and said, "Don't try to please me with these nice words. I just came here to join in the fun."

Before Youshi responded, Fengjie laughed and said, "Sister You's words don't sound flattering to me. Old lady, your kind face is just like that of a living Bodhisattva. Wherever you go, you carry an auspicious aura."

"Feng Lazi, you are the only one who can speak." Jia's mother was obviously very pleased with Fengjie's words, and said, "Well, let's stop blocking the door with so many people, and go in."

(End of this chapter)