As the days passed, under the arrangements of Minato and the others, the wedding was held as scheduled.
The news that Minato was about to succeed as the Fourth Hokage was no secret among the big clans. Some people had wanted to curry favor, but without an invitation, it was inappropriate for them to show up. Those who were invited were those who had a good relationship with Minato or Kushina.
Only their relatives and friends were present. As for others who were not relevant, they were not invited, which dampened the hopes of those who wanted to flatter.
The wedding host was Jiraiya. This guy stood there, shedding tears and sniffling. Hiruzen Sarutobi, who was also invited, was extremely disgusted with this disciple.
It's not your wedding!
By the way, your disciple is getting married, but why aren't you married yet?
Tsunade's boyfriend died. Why didn't you go and comfort her? A wounded heart needs consolation. Spend enough time with her, and good things will happen. You brat, clearly my disciple, haven't learned any of my tricks. It's embarrassing to say it out.
Just thinking about this made his head ache.
None of his three disciples were married yet, and he was really anxious!
Tsunade's boyfriend died in battle. Well, that's that.
Orochimaru was more interested in snakes than women. That's also... well, forget it.
Jiraiya... forget it.
Better not mention it. Two sons are better. The eldest son got married, and the second son found someone he liked. Hmm, I'm proud of my son!
He was quite satisfied with this.
"Then, the auspicious time has arrived. Please, please, the newlyweds enter!"
Jiraiya couldn't contain his excitement, as if he were the groom.
The wedding music played, and flower petals fell. The newlyweds walked slowly out under the gaze and blessings of the guests.
Under the sunlight, Minato's blond hair sparkled. His handsome face was filled with happiness. The black - patterned haori and hakama suit made his figure look even more upright.
He held Kushina's hand.
Kushina was dressed in a white shiromuku, her red hair hidden under the white horn - shaped headdress. With heavy makeup on her face, she was beautiful and charming. Her delicate white hand held her husband's, and her eyes were full of tenderness.
Behind them, Kiyosuke, Kakashi, Anko, and... followed. Although Kiyosuke didn't know why there were best men in a traditional Shinto wedding, but... whatever!
It's all the will of the universe!
Following Minato and Kushina, the four of them stopped behind when they came to Jiraiya.
Jiraiya began to read the wedding congratulations. His speech was long and elaborate. Truly worthy of being a future great writer, he used exquisite words and magnificent phrases, with one blessing after another.
"Minato, Kushina, be happy!" Jiraiya said.
"Yeah, I will, sensei," Minato replied.
"We will definitely be happy, Jiraiya - sensei!" Kushina said.
The two held their hands tightly. At this time, Rin and Anko each held a sake pot.
One had a long handle, and the other had a short handle.
The long - handled sake pot was painted with a female moth, and the short - handled one was painted with a male moth.
Minato picked up the short - handled sake pot and filled the long - handled one. Kushina picked up the long - handled sake pot representing the female moth and poured sake into three cups of large, medium, and small sizes.
Rin and Anko picked up the small cups and toasted the couple.
Kushina took a sip and then handed the cup to Minato. Minato took a sip and then gave it back to Kushina to finish.
Kushina returned the cup to the two girls.
They picked up the medium - sized cups and toasted again.
The newlyweds drank in three sips again.
Finally, it was the large cup, which was also drunk in three sips.
This is the San - San - Kudo!
Three times three is nine. The nine - time exchange of cups represents eternity, meaning they will stay together until they grow old.
"The bride and groom please give their vows!"
Minato and Kushina held hands and stepped forward, saying in unison:
"On this wonderful day, we hold our wedding ceremony in front of the Hokage Rock of Konoha."
"From now on, we will receive the blessings of the gods, live in harmony, respect each other, abide by the ways of husband and wife, share joys and sorrows, lead a peaceful life, and pave the way for the prosperity of our descendants. We vow to be faithful to each other for life. We hope the gods will watch over us for a long time."
"Exchange wedding rings!"
Kiyosuke and Kakashi came forward. In their hands were gift boxes, and inside each box was a wedding ring.
Minato picked up the smaller one, gently held Kushina's soft hand, and carefully put the ring on her ring finger.
Kushina picked up the other ring and put it on Minato's finger.
At this time, Anko and Rin presented a small tree branch wrapped in white tissue paper. This was the eighth item of the wedding.
Offering the Tamagushi, presenting a gift to the gods, praying for a happy future life.
"The ceremony is complete!!!!"
Jiraiya shouted at the top of his voice, full of gratification.
The guests present stood up one after another, raised their glasses, and toasted the newlyweds, wishing them a happy future.
After finishing their duties, Kiyosuke and the other three sat in their seats. Kiyosuke said, "Getting married is so troublesome. I don't want to get married..."
Kakashi glanced at him and said, "You don't even have a girlfriend. Who knows when you'll get married."
"Neither do you," Kiyosuke retorted. The "Konoha Yellow Flash" (a teasing nickname related to Kakashi's single status) was not for nothing. His single - hand speed after being single for more than twenty years was no joke.
I heard Kakashi has been buying toilet paper quite frequently recently...
"Humph!"
"By the way, what will our weddings be like in the future?" Anko looked over enviously. Girls always dream of their dream lover coming to marry them on a colorful auspicious cloud.
"When Anko gets married, it will definitely be very interesting," Kiyosuke said with a smile.
Hmm, when Asuma and Anko get married in the future, I must give them a hard time.
"Ah, stop talking about me," Anko said, blushing and covering her face. Asuma, who came with Hiruzen Sarutobi, sat down and laughed foolishly.
Kiyosuke felt disdain. After all this time, he still hasn't made any progress. All he does is laugh stupidly!
Son, I'm so disappointed in you!
At this moment, Jiraiya plopped down beside them, his eyes red. Clearly, it's not your wedding!!!
"Hey, this is a seat for young people. Sentimental uncles can go away."
"I'm not an uncle yet! Remember, kid, a man is a boy until he dies!!!" Jiraiya said.
"Oh, I'm already at the age of an uncle, so can you, a so - called thirty - something - year - old boy, go somewhere else? Uncle here is really annoyed by precocious boys like you."
"Hey! You little brat! I'm in a good mood today, so I won't bother with you. Otherwise, even if you're Orochimaru's disciple, I'd teach you a lesson today."
"Clearly an unmarried uncle in his thirties..."
"Can you stop talking about not being married?"
"Uncle!"
"Asuma, you little brat, don't think I won't hit you just because you're the Third Hokage's son!"
Bang! Bang! Bang!
Poor Asuma sat in his seat with bumps on his head. He just called out "uncle"!
Is his mentality this fragile?
Damn it, I'll never become such an adult!
I, Asuma Sarutobi, will become a reliable adult male!