jdhmnovel Chapter 265 Grand Commander
Chapter 265 Grand Commander
In an instant, a halo of light flowed across the radiant golden phoenix crown.
Nine dragons, woven from golden threads, emerge from the emerald feathers, their heads raised and bodies reaching out. Each dragon holds a round pearl in its mouth, which is strung into a tassel and sways gently.
Her crown adorned her wide temples, embellished with seventy-two coral beads that tinkled softly with every step she took.
Everyone's attention was drawn to the unfolded wedding robe.
Like a crimson sunset falling from the heavens, the base material is made of three pieces of luxurious red and gold brocade, bright and dazzling.
Xiaohe picked up the red silk fan beside her and exclaimed, "This fan is so beautiful, it's an exquisite work of art!"
Look, the top part of the character "喜" (happiness) on the left has been transformed into two intertwined lotus blossoms, while the top part of the character "口" (mouth) on the right has been cleverly replaced by a pair of mandarin ducks with their necks intertwined.
Shui'er continued, "And this fan handle is tied with a red silk ribbon with a love knot, which hides all the tender feelings."
Everyone's gaze continued downwards, and they saw a pair of red cloud shoes.
Xiaoyue picked up a pair of shoes and said, "These shoes are quite special too."
These are cloud shoes, with a bright red satin upper and a golden yellow sole.
The shoes are embroidered with golden auspicious clouds and lotus patterns, and the toes are adorned with pearls, forming an auspicious shape of "lotus blossoms in pairs". The number of pearls is exactly the same as the tassels of a phoenix crown.
The shoe opening is tied with a bright red bow, and the sole is densely stitched with a 'ten thousand characters without end' pattern, and also has a hidden 'double happiness' character pattern.
The golden wavy pattern on the heel subtly embodies the auspicious wish of "continuous wealth and prosperity".
At this moment, Daya discovered a pair of phoenix-shaped tassel earrings with pearls in their mouths.
Shi Zi picked up the earrings and said, "These earrings are also very exquisite."
The golden phoenix is lifelike, with a bright red gem in its beak.
Three layers of tassels extend from the tail feathers, inlaid with pearls, crystals and red agates from top to bottom, exuding elegance as they shimmer and sway.
A small silver '囍' character ornament adorns the ear hook, adding a touch of festive cheer.
Everyone then noticed that the entire wedding outfit was a red and gold dragon and phoenix gown paired with a shawl, following the ancient custom of "upper garment and lower garment", which was both solemn and beautiful.
Shui'er gently stroked the wedding dress, her eyes full of envy, and said, "Sister Yao'er, when you wear this, you'll look like a fairy descended from heaven."
Cai Yao'er blushed slightly, gently patted Shui'er, and said reproachfully, "You're so good at talking."
At this moment, Shi Zi opened a box containing gold and silver jewelry.
The jewelry inside was dazzling, including phoenix hairpins inlaid with rubies, necklaces adorned with pearls, and various exquisite earrings and bracelets.
Shi Zi picked up a phoenix hairpin. The ruby on the hairpin was bright and dazzling, as if it were dripping blood.
He couldn't help but exclaim in amazement, "These jewels are truly magnificent! The Spirit King seems to be placing far too much importance on Brother Shanzi and Sister Yao'er..."
Looking at the gifts, Xiaoyue asked in confusion, "It's strange. It's just Shanzi and Yao'er getting married, why would the Spirit King bestow such valuable items?"
Upon hearing Xiaoyue's words, everyone seemed to wake from a dream.
Ah Fu slapped his forehead and said, "That's right!"
He then turned to look at Shanzi and Cai Yao'er.
With a face full of doubt, he asked, "But did either of you tell the Spirit King about getting married?"
Shanzi and Cai Yao'er exchanged a glance, then both shook their heads at Afu.
This indicates that the King of Spirits was not informed of this matter.
Seeing this, Afu turned his gaze to the others and asked, "What about you? Has anyone told Lingwang Shanzi about his upcoming marriage?"
Everyone looked bewildered and shook their heads, indicating that they had not mentioned it to the Spirit King.
Afu became increasingly puzzled, scratching his head as he said, "That's strange. None of you have said how the Spirit King knew that Shanzi and Yao'er were getting married?"
Just as everyone was puzzled and looking at each other in bewilderment.
Xiaoman slowly spoke, "As the ruler of a country, King Ling, we are all staying in the places he arranged."
Therefore, it was naturally difficult for our every move to escape his eyes.
Xiao Lie frowned slightly and asked, "Xiao Man, what do you mean by that? Is the Spirit King monitoring our lives?"
Xiaoman waved her hand and explained, "Brother Xiaolie, you misunderstood. The Spirit King wouldn't come to monitor us."
What I mean is that it's reasonable for him to pay more attention to us, who live right under his nose.
Besides, you know how the Spirit King treats us, so there's no need to worry too much about these things.
Shanzi chuckled and patted Xiaoman on the shoulder, teasingly saying, "Hey, Xiaoman, being an official really makes a difference."
"Now I understand so much more and more, I even see through the ins and outs of officialdom. I guess I've really grown up!"
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyue immediately understood and laughed along, "I never imagined that little snotty-nosed kid from back then could now stand on his own and become such a respectable adult!"
Upon hearing the nickname "little snotty bug," everyone burst into laughter, the sound echoing throughout the room.
Xiaoman said with a helpless and reproachful look, "Oh, Sister Xiaoyue, that was so long ago, why are you teasing me with Brother Shanzi!"
Xiaoyue deliberately raised her chin and pretended to be serious, saying, "What, you think I can't say anything? Let me tell you, no matter how capable you become in the future..."
"With Sister Xiaoyue, you'll always be that little snotty-nosed brat, you can never escape my grasp!"
Xiaoman, having been rebuffed, had no choice but to go to Daya's side and start acting coquettishly like she did when she was a child.
"Big Sister Ya, look at them! I'm all grown up now, and they still make fun of me like this. Aren't you going to do anything about it?!"
Da Ya couldn't help but burst out laughing.
However, she still suppressed a laugh and said softly, "Alright, alright, stop fooling around and calm down for a bit!"
Xiaoman pretended to be angry and snorted, "Hmph... I'm not playing with you guys anymore!"
After he finished speaking, he turned around and stormed out of the house, ignoring everyone else.
As soon as he left, the room erupted in laughter, the sound following Xiaoman's retreating figure.
Shi Zi laughed as he recalled, "Back in the day, Xiao Man and I were often punished by Master Xia in class for not doing our homework."
After class, I still get punished by Sister Da Ya to copy my homework!
In the blink of an eye, Xiaoman has become a high-ranking official, almost a fifth-rank official!
Upon hearing this, Xiaoyue reached out and grabbed Shizi's ear, half-jokingly threatening, "What? Are you also envious of becoming an official?"
"Ouch...ouch ouch ouch, Sister Xiaoyue, please be gentle!" Shizi grimaced in pain and begged for mercy.
Xiaoyue wouldn't let go, and continued to threaten, "If you dare to run off and become an official, believe me, I'll cripple your hands and feet!"
Shi Zi replied, "No, Sister Xiao Yue! Have you forgotten?"
My name is Su Ziyu, and the name Ziyu means "commander-in-chief of the Grand Commander!"
When Xiaoyue heard him say that, she released her grip on his ear and gently tapped him on the forehead.