allonlinenovel Chapter 635 The Grand Ceremony (Part 2)
Chapter 635 The Grand Ceremony (Part 2)
Then, he made a hand seal with his fingertips, and his sword intent suddenly rose. Strands of icy blue spiritual energy gathered in the air and gradually condensed into an ice dragon with crystal clear horns, a body covered with ice crystal scales, and deep, calm, and clear icy blue eyes.
The celestial phenomenon of the ice dragon that appeared on the day he came of age reappeared before everyone's eyes!
The disciples of the Sword Sect all cheered.
The ice dragon hovered high in the sky, raising its head and letting out a clear roar. A wisp of ice-blue dragon energy transformed into countless ice flowers that fell from the sky.
The bigwigs sitting in the VIP seats could clearly see that the beautiful ice flowers were actually hiding a deadly intent, each one radiating a chilling sword aura!
Amid cheers from the disciples, the Nascent Soul Ceremony was successfully completed, and the ritual music for the Grand Ceremony of Merit Ceremony followed immediately.
A red carpet slowly extends from the depths of the sea of clouds to the center of the main hall, with flowers blooming on both sides, bees and butterflies fluttering about, a riot of colors, a breathtaking sight.
As the bells and drums resounded and the zithers played in harmony, accompanied by melodious celestial music, a pair of colorful phoenixes gracefully flew out from the end of the red carpet to lead the way.
Lord Chonghua led his bride along slowly.
Everyone's eyes lit up, and all eyes in the room turned to the newlyweds.
The two wore matching silver-white dragon and phoenix Taoist robes, their flowing garments exuding unparalleled elegance.
The wedding dress was woven from thousand-year-old ice silkworm silk, as lustrous as moonlight, and embroidered with auspicious dragon and phoenix patterns using gold and silver threads.
The dragon pattern is coiled on the shoulder, with distinct scales and claws. The dragon's tail meanders to the waist, and each dragon scale is adorned with tiny star stones, which shimmer and radiate light as it turns.
Phoenix patterns perch on the front of the dress, with outstretched wings and layered tail feathers. As you walk, the hem of the dress flutters lightly, as if it is about to take flight.
The two walked side by side across the red carpet, bathed in rosy light. Wherever they passed, magical flowers and herbs spontaneously bloomed, filling the entire venue with fragrance.
Everyone stared intently at the newlyweds, some with delight, some with admiration, some with envy, and some with jealousy…
Most eyes were focused on the bride, who was covered by a long, flowing veil, making her face unclear. However, she was petite and delicate, and walking beside the tall and slender Chonghua Zhenjun, she was clearly a young girl who had not yet come of age.
Someone below whispered, "Only fifteen years old! Isn't that too young? So many beautiful female cultivators chase after True Monarch Chonghua, but I never expected him to like this type!"
Someone who knew a little about the inside story whispered, "It's just a ceremony to formally register their marriage; they don't engage in dual cultivation. After all, they are direct disciples of a major sect, and they won't engage in dual cultivation until they reach the Golden Core stage."
"Then why not wait until they reach the Golden Core stage before holding the grand ceremony?"
"Strike first, huh? Look, even the Demon Emperor is coming to snatch the bride!"
Everyone was incredibly curious. How beautiful could a fifteen-year-old girl, who hadn't even fully grown up yet, be that she could make both Chonghua Zhenjun and the Demon Emperor fall head over heels for her?
The VIP seats were filled with many big shots from the Tianyan Realm. Some knew a little about the inside story, while others were completely unaware. After hearing about the Demon Emperor's abduction of the bride and the appearance of the Azure Dragon, they had all roughly guessed the reason.
This fifteen-year-old girl must have a very close relationship with that Azure Dragon!
It could even be her contracted spirit beast or her natal spirit pet!
The reason why the Sword Sect was so eager to form a marriage alliance with the Beast Taming Sect must also be because of this dragon.
I just don't know how the little girl obtained such an incredible opportunity to actually form a contract with the Azure Dragon!
Many sect leaders and family heads were filled with regret, wondering why they hadn't received the information sooner. They had missed a golden opportunity!
All eyes were fixed on the newlyweds standing side by side in the center of the hall.
In the center of the altar, besides the incense table, there is also a marriage stele.
The Sword Sect Leader, Lingxu Zhenjun, and the Beast Taming Sect Leader, Qingyuan Zhenjun, stood at the head of the table, their expressions solemn.
"Today, Chonghua of the Sword Sect and Jiang Li of the Beast Taming Sect become Daoist partners and embark on a journey of cultivation together. Heaven and earth bear witness, and the three realms are all aware of this!"
Lingxu Zhenjun's voice was as loud as a bell. As soon as he finished speaking, the sea of clouds surged, and the rosy light condensed into the phantom images of dragons and phoenixes, which hovered above the main hall.
Qingyuan Zhenjun placed three incense sticks on the incense table, burned the yellow paper with the couple's birth dates and times written on it, and loudly proclaimed: "The newlyweds kowtow to Heaven and Earth and their parents—"
Xie Chang'an and Jiang Li stood side by side, respectfully bowing to Heaven and Earth, then to their ancestral master, and finally to the Purple Sun Sword Master and the Bright Mysterious True Lord.
"oath--"
Xie Chang'an and Jiang Li stood before the incense table, respectfully burning incense and praying: "Disciples Xie Chang'an and Jiang Li, today, under the witness of Heaven and Earth, our teachers, and our fellow practitioners, we hereby enter into a covenant of unity."
"This petition is hereby submitted to the highest heavens and to the underworld, to inform all the saints and to communicate with the three realms, and to be witnessed by all the ancestral masters of the heavens."
"This oath is sworn by the sun and moon, and by heaven and earth, to be forever united in heart and soul through countless lifetimes. If I break this oath, may my body perish and my soul vanish!"
"To forge a covenant of unity—"
Xie Chang'an turned around and slowly lifted the veil covering Jiang Li's head. The two looked at each other, and Xie Chang'an's eyes were full of tenderness. Jiang Li couldn't help but blush and her heart started pounding.
Xie Chang'an said softly, "Don't be nervous, just follow my instructions."
Jiang Li nodded obediently: "Mm."
Xie Chang'an forced out a drop of his heart's blood, which flew to Jiang Li's eyes.
Jiang Li did as she was told, though she was still a little confused.
The marriage monument emitted a faint golden light, merging the two drops of heart's blood together to form two blood-red contract runes that went straight into the space between their brows.
After the talisman entered their Purple Mansions, both of their souls were shaken.
A flash of red light appeared, and a red line connected Xie Chang'an and Jiang Li together, then disappeared in an instant.
Between him and her, an unbreakable bond of blood and flesh had been established!
In an instant, the two were enveloped in brilliant spiritual light, and the dragon and phoenix patterns on their silver-white Taoist robes rose into the air. The dragon and phoenix circled and cried out, and the sounds of bells and drums echoed in the air.
Lingxu Zhenjun proclaimed in a loud voice: "With the harmonious sounds of zithers and lutes, and the joyful sounds of bells and drums, with heaven and earth as witnesses, the covenant of our hearts is fulfilled."
Xie Chang'an was overwhelmed with emotion. He and Xiao Li Nu had finally formed a true bond of unity, becoming lifelong partners under the witness of the Heavenly Dao!
Through the vow of unity, he spoke slowly and deliberately the oath they had made on the snow-capped peak: "For all eternity, we will never be apart, we will be together in life and death, and our vows will never be broken."
Jiang Li stared at him blankly; every word he uttered felt as heavy as a thousand pounds, striking her heart again and again.
It was as if she had heard such a solemn promise in the distant past, and deep in her heart, some long-forgotten fragments were quietly loosening along with this vow.
After the veil was lifted, everyone finally saw the bride's true face.
To their disappointment, the little girl was beautiful, but still had a childish air about her. Her rosy cheeks and baby fat made her seem like a beauty in the cultivation world, where beauties were common.
Many female cultivators who considered themselves beautiful were unconvinced. What did True Lord Chonghua see in a mere young girl?
And the Demon Emperor, are they all blind?
But he really likes her. Don't you see the affectionate look in Chonghua Zhenjun's eyes and the way he cherishes her? He clearly loves her like a precious treasure!
The VIPs all wore thoughtful expressions.
As night falls, thousands of glass lamps light up, and a lively banquet is set up in the main hall square.
Fine wines and delicacies, rare fruits and delicacies, are all available.
Disciples of the immortal sects moved among the guests, who raised their glasses in celebration. Amidst the clinking of glasses, many took the opportunity to inquire about Jiang Li's background.