Morning sunlight poured brightly over the capital.
But today—
The Cheng residence was even brighter.
Red banners hung across the gates.
Lanterns swayed gently.
Music echoed faintly from inside.
—
Today was not an ordinary day.
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Today—
The groom's side had come to "win the bride."
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Arrival at Cheng Residence
The grand gates of the Cheng family opened slightly—
Then stopped.
—
Outside stood:
The Duke
The Empress
Her Uncle
Lian Rou (the groom)
His close friend
Lian Hua (younger sister)
—
And behind them—
Servants carrying gifts.
Red boxes.
Silk trays.
Jewelry.
Sweets.
—
Lian Hua whispered excitedly,
"This is the fun part."
—
The Empress smiled slightly.
"Yes."
—
Inside—
Giggles echoed.
—
The bridesmaids.
Waiting.
Ready.
—
The Door Blocked
The moment they approached—
The door slammed shut.
—
"STOP!"
A loud female voice came from inside.
—
"No entry without passing!"
—
Lian Rou sighed.
"…It begins."
—
Lian Hua grinned.
