Xiao Chengyi was forced back to the front hall by the raucous discussions surrounding him.
Even though the Emperor knows about his emotional shift, everyone is still puzzled as to why he seems abandoned.
Thus, the onlookers began whispering, their words full of sarcasm and ridicule, making the atmosphere quite awkward.
He could only return to the mansion.
Seeing his return, the guests started to cheer, as if wishing to push the wedding to its peak: "Groom, you haven't finished your drink, hurry up and continue, don't spoil everyone's fun!"
Xiao Chengyi forced a stiff smile onto his face, trying to calm the turmoil in his heart, responding, "Alright, I'll drink!"
Immediately, he picked up the wine urn without hesitation, tilted his head back, and drank deeply, as if the strong liquor could wash away the melancholy in his heart.
However, his actions left the crowd feeling baffled, especially seeing the clear slap mark on his cheek, they fell silent, sensing something amiss.
