The Wedding BeginsOne month later.
The entire city of Hanhai was shrouded in a sea of red, and countless tourists strolled happily through the streets, because today was the wedding day of the Qinglian Sect's leader, who was hosting a banquet for the entire city of Hanhai!
"What happened? Why are there so many people in Hanhai City?"
A person who had just returned to Hanhai City looked at the bustling scene before him and asked in confusion.
"You don't know this? Today is the wedding of the Qinglian Sect Master, and he's hosting a banquet for all residents of Hanhai City. He's booked all the hotels and restaurants in Hanhai City, so everyone who lives in Hanhai City can eat and drink for free!"
"Hiss—the Qinglian Sect must be incredibly wealthy to host a banquet for the entire Hanhai City! The whole city is decorated with lanterns and streamers; this must have cost a fortune!"
"Haha, you don't need to worry about that. One of the four wives of the Qinglian Sect Master is the young sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect. With the wealth of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect, what's a banquet for the entire Hanhai City?"
"Four wives? How is that possible? The Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School is the second largest sect in the world. How could their young sect leader share a husband with other women?"
"Hey, don't disbelieve me. Not only is the young sect master of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School a powerful figure, but even the Poison Douluo's granddaughter is one of the wives of the Green Lotus Sect's sect master. His other two wives are also formidable, and I've heard they have close relationships with several Title Douluos from the Spirit Hall!"
"hiss--"
The man gasped.
"Who exactly is this Sect Master of the Azure Lotus Sect? How could he win the hearts of so many beautiful women? Why have I never heard of him before?"
At this point, the person explaining proudly said, "The sect leader of the Azure Lotus Sect is none other than Dai Yao, the prodigy who recently killed the Star Luo Emperor and became famous throughout the world!"
No wonder...
The man was startled, then suddenly realized what was happening.
Within a month, news of the Azure Lotus Sect Master's wedding spread throughout the entire continent. People from the Spirit Hall, the Heaven Dou Empire, and the Star Luo Empire flocked to Han Hai City. Countless tourists poured in from all directions, eager to witness this world-renowned wedding. Han Hai City was overflowing with people, and the Han Hai City Grand Soul Arena made a fortune.
Amidst the undercurrents, Dai Yao worried that someone might sabotage the wedding. Although the Qinglian Sect had countless experts, as the saying goes, a wise man does not stand under a dangerous wall. This was a wedding for four people, and any mishap would become a lifelong regret for them.
Therefore, he had to decide to invite only his and his four wives' relatives and friends to the wedding, prohibiting strangers from entering the Qinglian Sect. At the same time, he would host a banquet for the entire Hanhai City, so that those who harbored ill intentions towards him would have nothing to say.
Night falls at the Qinglian Sect.
The Qinglian Sect was decorated with lanterns and colorful streamers, creating a joyous atmosphere. Although it was already dusk, the entire Qinglian Sect was brightly lit, as if it were daytime.
"I bow to Heaven and Earth!"
A respected old man gave the 'newcomer' a strange look and sang loudly.
It's no wonder his expression was so strange, because among these 'newlyweds,' there was only one groom, but four brides. Marrying four wives at once—even the most outrageous nobleman wouldn't do such a thing. But thinking of how terrifying the groom was, he couldn't help but suppress his strange expression. Perhaps, this was just an extraordinary person doing extraordinary things.
Dai Yao was dressed in red, with two women on each side, all dressed in bright red robes and wearing red veils that concealed their faces.
Hearing the old man's voice, Dai Yao, holding the hands of the two women beside him, turned around and looked out of the hall. On either side of Dai Yao were Ning Rongrong and Zhu Zhuqing; to Zhu Zhuqing's left was Feng Wutong, and to Ning Rongrong's left was Dugu Yan. After Dai Yao turned around, all four women turned around as well.
Dai Yao clasped his hands together, and the four women followed suit, gently bowing towards the twilight sky.
Beneath the red veils, the four women bowed their heads and smiled softly. Although this wedding was not perfect, it signified that they would truly share Dai Yao's fate, never to be separated, and that they had truly become Dai Yao's wives.
Outside the sect leader's mansion, countless people clapped and offered their blessings. Everyone who could come into the Qinglian Sect's hall was either someone Dai Yao knew or someone close to the woman.
Ye Nantian and Lan Yuxuan from Star Luo Royal Academy, former teammates from Auckland Academy, and even many elders from the Spirit Hall came under assumed names. Ferdinand, Salas, and several cardinals were also present. Seeing Dai Yao in his red robes, they were filled with emotion.
The once-admired prodigy is now settled down and has a family, bringing smiles of satisfaction to Ferdinand and the others.
Although Dai Yao has left the Spirit Hall, their relationship is no longer one of exploitation and being exploited, but rather one of elder to junior.
"Bowing to the parents twice!"
The old man spoke in a loud voice.
Dai Yao turned around and looked into the hall. The second bow was to the groom's elders. Dai Yao's parents were both deceased. His father had even died at his hands. Dai Yao's only remaining elder was Dai Hengyu.
Compared to the bustling and crowded outside, the inside of the hall was much quieter.
Only the elders of the Azure Lotus Sect, Dean Jackson, the city lord of Hanhai City, and the woman's relatives and friends were present.
As for Ning Fengzhi, Sword Bone Douluo, and Poison Douluo, they were not present. This was because after Dai Yao and the four women finished their wedding ceremony, they would each lead their brides to pay respects to their relatives. At that time, they would meet each of the brides' closest family members.
The four women followed Dai Yao and turned around to bow to Dai Hengyu, who was seated in the main seat.
Sitting at the head of the table, Dai Hengyu looked at the 'newcomer' and couldn't help but smile with satisfaction. He quickly told Dai Yao and the others to rise. The boy who had once been lonely and destitute in the cold palace was now famous throughout the land, settled down and established in his career. He was filled with joy. He now longed to go to Bai Su's grave to tell her this good news.
He had no children of his own, so he regarded Dai Yao as his own flesh and blood. However, Dai Yao personally killed his own brother, the Star Luo Emperor, which made him feel quite complicated.
But on this joyous day, he concealed his emotions well and offered his blessings to Dai Yao and his wives.
"Husband and wife bow to each other!"
The old man spoke loudly.
Upon hearing this, Dai Yao first turned to his right, took a deep breath, and bowed to Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong. Then he turned to his left and bowed to Ning Rongrong and Dugu Yan. To determine the order of bowing, the four women discussed it and decided that it would be based on the order in which they saw Dai Yao.
Therefore, Dai Yao first bowed to Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong, and then bowed to Ning Rongrong and Dugu Yan.
Dai Yao's heart was filled with turmoil. Although it was just a few simple movements, he felt as if his fate was closely linked to that of the four women.
The former office worker has now started a family in the Douluo Continent.
But his own parents couldn't see it...
"The ceremony is complete! From this day forward, you are officially husband and wife, supporting each other through thick and thin. Now, please return to the back hall!"
The old man announced loudly.
Unlike a typical wedding, where the couple bows to each other before entering the bridal chamber, and some guests might even give the groom drinks before engaging in playful teasing, Dai Yao's wedding was different. After the couple bowed to each other, he also had to meet each of the brides and their parents.
This is the most important thing.
Amidst the lively banter and teasing of the crowd, Dai Yao led the four women into the back hall. Dai Yao wiped the sweat from his temples. The entire wedding ceremony, from morning till night, was more exhausting than a battle.
"Brother Yao, you should take a rest."
Beside her, under the red veil, Ning Rongrong spoke with concern.
"Hmph, Rongrong, don't feel sorry for him. He hasn't passed the test yet! He still has to meet our parents later. Only after our parents agree will he be considered our husband!"
A seductive voice rang out from beside Ning Rongrong.
It was Dugu Yan.
Upon hearing Dugu Yan's words, Zhu Zhuqing and Feng Wutong, who were on Dai Yao's other side, covered their mouths and chuckled, their faces beaming with happiness.
Zhu Zhuqing had been by Dai Yao's side since childhood, and now that their relationship had finally come to fruition, she felt both moved and happy. Feng Wutong felt the same way. She considered herself just a commoner and always felt somewhat inferior in Dai Yao's presence. Now that Dai Yao had married her, she accepted this status out of greed.
She felt both the secret joy of a little girl stealing candy and the happiness of being with her beloved.
Now that things have come to this point, why would their parents object? It's just a formality.
"Don't worry, I've got your parents on my side. You're not going to escape my grasp! Now, you can't regret it!"
Dai Yao smiled.
Dugu Yan spat lightly, and Ning Rongrong, Zhu Zhuqing, and Feng Wutong, all under their red veils, let out soft laughter, tacitly acknowledging Dai Yao's point.
"My lord, Sect Master Ning is already waiting for you."
A waiter approached Dai Yao and said respectfully.
Hearing the waiter's words, Dai Yao nodded, took a deep breath, and extended his hand to Ning Rongrong, saying softly:
"Rongrong, let's go."
Ning Rongrong nodded slightly, her red veil framing her face with a gentle smile. Led by a waiter, the two arrived at a large hall.
In the hall, Ning Fengzhi, leaning on his jade cane, sat in the main seat, smiling broadly as he watched the two people enter. Beside Ning Fengzhi were Bone Douluo and Sword Douluo; although their expressions weren't pleasant, they mostly offered their blessings.
"I have met my father-in-law, and I have met Grandpa Sword and Grandpa Bone."
Upon arriving in the hall, Dai Yao clasped his hands in a respectful greeting as he looked at Ning Fengzhi, who was seated at the head of the table.
Upon hearing this, Ning Fengzhi nodded in satisfaction and smiled:
"Alright, Dai Yao. From now on, you are my son-in-law, Ning Fengzhi's son-in-law. The Azure Lotus Sect and the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile Sect are the closest allies. Dai Yao, Rongrong's mother, passed away when she was very young. Under the indulgence of Uncle Jian and Uncle Gu, Rongrong's temperament is somewhat unruly."
"I hope you will understand. Today, I am officially handing Rongrong over to you."
"dad!"
Ning Rongrong stamped her foot, somewhat displeased, at being exposed in front of her husband. Moreover, it was precisely because she met Dai Yao that she had long since changed her former arrogant personality.
If it weren't for the fact that this was her wedding and she wasn't wearing a red veil, she would have already stepped forward, grabbed Ning Fengzhi's arm, and started to act coquettishly.
Seeing Ning Rongrong's behavior, everyone from the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School couldn't help but laugh. The fearless little devil of yesteryear had transformed into the serene and elegant woman she was today; it was truly a surreal sight.
"Don't worry, Uncle Ning, I will take good care of Rongrong."
Dai Yao solemnly promised.
Just then, Bone Douluo stepped forward, stared at Dai Yao, and said in a deep voice:
"Dai Yao, whether it's your strength, talent, or your appearance and character, you meet all the requirements for Rongrong's husband. But today you are marrying four women at once, which is really too unfair to Rongrong. Unfortunately, Rongrong likes you, so the old man and Sword Douluo can grit our teeth and accept it. But if you bully Rongrong after the marriage, don't blame the old man for being impolite."
"I know that even that level 96 tiger can't do anything to you, but I'm not like him. Can you guarantee that to me?"
Ning Rongrong was about to step forward to stop Bone Douluo from speaking when Dai Yao gently waved his hand, and Ning Rongrong fell silent. Dai Yao knew that this was because the two Title Douluos cared about Ning Rongrong, and as Ning Rongrong's husband, he was pleased with his two closest relatives.
Seeing this, Bone Douluo and Sword Douluo exchanged a glance, feeling even more heartbroken. Their precious daughter was so obedient to Dai Yao; wouldn't she be controlled by him after marriage? They felt even more strongly that their decision to support Ning Rongrong at this time was the right one.
After patiently listening to Bone Douluo's words, Dai Yao nodded solemnly and agreed:
"Yes, Grandpa Bone and Grandpa Sword, I will definitely not let Rongrong suffer any injustice!"
Bone Douluo nodded in satisfaction. Although it was just a single sentence, Dai Yao's attitude pleased them greatly.
"Alright, take Rongrong back to her room. Dai Yao, you can continue the wedding."
Ning Fengzhi smiled.
Dai Yao nodded, and after the attendant led Ning Rongrong away, Dai Yao bid farewell to the elders of the Seven Treasure Glazed Tile School and returned to the back hall. He chatted with the remaining three women for a while, and then took Zhu Zhuqing's hand and headed to the hall where Zhu Zhuqing's family lived.
"Rongrong's family didn't give you any trouble, did they?"
On the way, Zhu Zhuqing let Dai Yao hold her hand and asked softly.
Hearing Zhu Zhuqing's words, Dai Yao's heart trembled slightly. Zhu Zhuqing had sacrificed so much for him, accepting one woman after another in his life. He said softly:
"Uncle Ning and the two Title Douluos are all very kind people and did not make things difficult for me."
"That's good."
Zhu Zhuqing relaxed.
"However, I must apologize to you. You were the first person I was engaged to, but now, I have someone else by my side..."
Before Dai Yao could finish speaking, Zhu Zhuqing gently placed her slender, jade-like fingers to Dai Yao's lips and softly said:
"No, Brother Yao. I was indeed the first person to be engaged to you, but I even wanted to kill you back then! If it weren't for you, I would still be trapped in that damned fate, killing each other. You led me out of the family, you gave me a new life."
"I know you are destined for greatness. Even if you do nothing, those women will flock to you like moths to a flame. I know I cannot stop their covetousness of you. Rather than fighting them to the death and causing unrest in your household, I would rather accept them."
"So that you can focus all your energy on your career."
Dai Yao's heart skipped a beat. He stared blankly at Zhu Zhuqing, who was covered by a red veil, and gave a bitter smile. He had indeed helped Zhu Zhuqing a lot, changing her martial soul with the purple lotus, but compared to Zhu Zhuqing's love for him, it seemed so insignificant.
Zhu Zhuqing gave him enough trust, and he needed to give Zhu Zhuqing enough respect in return. Any woman who came after him had to obtain Zhu Zhuqing's permission.
Let's go.
A short while later, looking at the hall that was right in front of him, Dai Yao took a deep breath and smiled as he spoke to Zhu Zhuqing.
Beneath the red veil, Zhu Zhuqing nodded gently and followed Dai Yao step by step into the room where her loved ones were. (End of Chapter)