Ten years of dormancy: Starting as a martial arts master at the pinnacle

After escorting Luo Qingqing to the bridal chamber, Nan Caocao was asked to prepare food for her.

Li Changqing did not return to the bridal chamber until the banquet ended.

Anyone would be hungry after more than three hours.

Not to mention that Luo Qingqing may not have eaten anything since she left home this morning.

After all, getting married is a difficult decision for anyone.

Li Changqing's way of thanking his guests was simple: he would walk up to their table and wait for them to stand up, introduce themselves, and bow to him.

Then Li Changqing gave the other person an approving look and said, "Thank you for coming. Enjoy your meal."

These eight words alone are enough to bring tears to many people's eyes.

Li Changqing saw many people, and tears streamed down his face.

It has to be said that those who become high-ranking officials are all truly open-minded.

When they were asking for money in the main hall before, they all cried more pitifully than the last.

As long as they could get a few tens of thousands more taels of silver, they would immediately put on a show of tears streaming down their faces for Li Changqing.

The same is true today.

In order to gain the favor of the regent, there is nothing they dare not do or cannot do.

Each of them has the potential to win an Oscar.

After toasting everyone, I got to know quite a few people.

Li Changqing then returned to his courtyard and ate with Li Changsheng and the others.

Besides Li Changsheng, there are also Li Changle, Nan Caocao, and Nangong Ya.

Nangong Ya has never liked socializing.

By this time, they had already withdrawn and were waiting for the whole family to have a reunion dinner.

"We, Changqing, are adults now."

Nan Caocao's eyes welled up with tears.

The little boy she used to hold while sleeping has grown into a strong and upright man.

The Regent of the Great Zhou Dynasty, and the President of the World Association.

Putting aside Li Changqing's terrifying cultivation level, these two identities alone are enough for Li Changqing to look down on everyone.

In just twelve short years, things have truly changed beyond recognition.

"Chang Sheng, Cao Cao. The Prince and I haven't properly thanked you before. Here, I'd like to offer you both a toast."

Nangong Ya is an elder and also the Princess Consort of Qin.

Li Changsheng and Nan Caocao dared not let her offer them a toast; they immediately stood up as if springs were inserted into their buttocks.

"Please don't refuse. This is from our hearts as parents. After Qing'er went missing, my heart was filled with sorrow. If it weren't for you two taking her in, I don't know what would have happened to her."

"My previous promise remains valid. From now on, you will be the young masters and young ladies of our Prince Qin's mansion. If you encounter any difficulties, just come to me and the Prince."

Nangong Ya had said this before.

Now, he said it a second time, with great seriousness.

Clearly, through this period of time, Nangong Ya has truly accepted Li Changsheng and Nan Caocao.

They truly treated these two as their own children.

"Mother, how did you manage to turn a perfectly good husband and wife into siblings?"

Li Changqing couldn't help but laugh.

No one had thought of this before, but after his reminder, everyone else couldn't help but laugh.

That's really the case.

"Who are the siblings?"

Li Baobei stared with her big, black, pearl-like eyes and asked.

Upon hearing this, everyone burst into laughter again.

By the time everything was finished, night had fallen.

As soon as Li Changqing returned to the bridal chamber, Luo Qingqing had already been waiting there for several hours.

"Qingqing, I'm sorry to have kept you waiting."

Li Changqing picked up the scale bar on the side and gently lifted the veil.

"May your marriage be as you wish!"

The old woman standing nearby immediately spoke up, offering auspicious words.

Li Changqing stared blankly at Luo Qingqing, who was dressed in a phoenix coronet and wedding gown.

In his mind, Luo Qingqing was extremely beautiful.

The reason I initially found her pleasing to the eye was not only because of her vibrant personality, but also because of her appearance.

When it comes to love at first sight, isn't it all about looks?

After all, you don't know anything else.

Now, dressed in a phoenix coronet and embroidered robe, Luo Qingqing's skin appears even whiter and her features more delicate.

The whole thing gives the impression of being radiant.

Luo Qingqing was also looking at Li Changqing. Li Changqing was the kind of person who grew on you the more you looked at him. Now, dressed in a red wedding robe, he looked even more refined and elegant.

Luo Qingqing was increasingly satisfied with what she saw.

"Oh my, that's the look in a lover's eyes! Our prince and princess will surely grow old together and live a life of love."

It must be said that the palace matrons were quite capable.

The two newlyweds remained silent, so she took the initiative to start the conversation and prevent the atmosphere from becoming awkward.

Li Changqing nodded slightly.

If given the opportunity, he wouldn't mind transferring this palace maid to the Regent's Palace.

He looks like a capable and clever person.

"Wine for sharing a meal!"

The two men each had a glass of wine, their arms linked, and drank it all in one gulp.

Then sprinkle in dates, chestnuts, peanuts, and longans.

It symbolizes the wish for the early birth of a son.

Once all the procedures were completed, the maids, servants, and nannies in the room all withdrew.

According to normal etiquette and customs, there is also the custom of "teasing the newlyweds in the bridal chamber".

But given Li Changqing's status, the only one qualified to make a ruckus in front of him during his wedding night is Li Changsheng.

Li Changsheng was eight years older than Li Changqing, making him half an older brother and half a father.

Such an elder is naturally not suitable to tease his younger siblings, and no one else is qualified.

The traditional wedding night pranks were omitted.

After everyone had left, Luo Qingqing found some scissors and cut off a section of her hair.

Li Changqing followed suit.

The two pieces of hair that were cut off were twisted together and tied in a knot.

This foreshadows their future union.

After finishing all that, Luo Qingqing stared at Li Changqing with a flushed face, looking like she was ready to be picked at will.

Have you seen the fire avoidance map?

Upon hearing this question, Luo Qingqing immediately turned her face away: "I'm a lady from a respectable family, how could I watch that kind of stuff?"

As soon as she said that, she couldn't help but laugh.

Li Changqing shook his head in agreement.

"A moment of blissful night is worth a thousand pieces of gold, my lady, please."

"My lord..."

Luo Qingqing's face turned even redder, like a ripe persimmon, making one want to take a bite.

The two embraced each other...

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The next morning, Li Changqing got up on time.

Luo Qingqing lay motionless in Li Changqing's arms, as if she had been completely drained.

About fifteen minutes later, someone outside the door quietly asked for instructions.

"Your Highness, it's time to pay your respects."

Although they resided in two separate residences, the Regent's Palace and the Prince of Qin's Palace were separated by only one road.

Therefore, after Li Changqing and Luo Qingqing got up, it did not delay their greetings at all.

After paying your respects, you must enter the palace.

As the regent of the Great Zhou Dynasty, Li Changqing had to pay a corresponding price while enjoying power.

These are the procedures he can't skip.

At the very least, he must visit the Prince of Qin, the Princess of Qin, the Emperor, and the Empress.

"Just say I'm tired, and I'll go a quarter of an hour later. No, half an hour later."

"yes!"

After the servants left, Luo Qingqing finally woke up.

"Your Highness~"

"What did you call me?"

"My husband."

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