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May Third was chosen as an auspicious day based on the birth charts of Zhou Shiyu and Jiang Wanxia. Early in the morning, the Zhou Residence was adorned with decorations, bustling with excitement. Zhou Tangyan observed everything with a cold gaze, feeling no joy at all. He crossed his arms over his chest, his expression indifferent.
Mr. Zhou was indeed biased. As the eldest son, Zhou Tangyan should have been prioritized for marriage, yet all attention was on the recently returned Zhou Shiyu. Mr. Zhou showed no concern for Zhou Tangyan, who had already passed thirty without a wife. A flicker of loneliness and resentment crossed Zhou Tangyan's eyes.
After a lively display of music and celebration, Jiang Wanxia was welcomed into the Zhou family. Just as the wedding ceremony was about to begin, the groom suddenly vanished.
Mr. Zhou sent people to search every corner of the Zhou Residence but could not find Zhou Shiyu. Frustrated, he struck his cane against the floor, making a loud "thud." What should have been a joyous occasion had turned into a farce, leaving the Zhou family embarrassed. Mr. Zhou's face flushed red, veins bulging on his forehead.
Amidst the chaos in the wedding hall, someone found a letter in Zhou Shiyu's room. The letter stated that marrying his cousin today was against his wishes and done only at his parents' command. He asked for her understanding and declared that if the marriage were not canceled, he would never step foot in the Zhou family home again.
Madam Zhou immediately regretted it and wept, crying out, "Why is this child so foolish? Everything can be discussed amicably."
Tears streamed down her cheeks as she wiped them away with a handkerchief.
Zhou Tangyan watched the chaotic scene unfold before him and couldn't help but feel a sense of schadenfreude. A slight smile crept onto his lips as he limped outside to check on the Zhou Family Rice Shop. However, just then, Jiang Wanxia suddenly threw her bridal veil to the ground with decisive grace, silencing everyone present. Zhou Tangyan halted in his tracks and turned back to look at her, surprise and curiosity flickering in his eyes.
He had heard that Jiang Wanxia was an unparalleled beauty, but seeing her radiant charm unveiled left all the guests gasping in astonishment.
Zhou Tangyan was equally captivated by her stunning beauty; his memories of her were still fixed on her appearance as a little girl before she turned ten. His eyes widened slightly as he stared at her for a moment.
"It seems that Wan Xia and my second cousin are not meant to be together," she said calmly while looking at the guests around her. "However, my father is determined to make my uncle our matchmaker. Therefore, marrying either my elder cousin or my second cousin would be the same."
Jiang Wanxia spoke with unwavering confidence, her posture tall and resolute as she faced the crowd without a hint of fear.
Zhou Tangyan felt a sudden tightening in his heart, surprised by the calm demeanor of the woman before him. He had never expected her to grow into such an unflappable person.
He had assumed that on their wedding day, when the groom fled, she would be too ashamed to face anyone and would weep bitterly.
It seemed that today he had not only underestimated her beauty but also her courage. His perception of her shifted, and a complex emotion flickered in his eyes.
Mr. Zhou was the first to convey his intentions, disregarding Madam Zhou's strong objections. He pulled Zhou Tangyan, who had been sidelined in the crowd, to the center of the wedding hall and smiled at Jiang Wanxia, saying, "It is truly a blessing for our Zhou family that Tangyan can marry you."
With this statement, he implicitly accepted Jiang Wanxia's proposal without consulting Zhou Tangyan. Mr. Zhou made the decision for him, causing Zhou Tangyan's expression to change slightly. He wanted to speak but held back.
This marriage felt like a transaction; even if the buyer changed, it remained a transaction. Zhou Tangyan thought bitterly to himself, a hint of sorrow flashing in his eyes.
As the drums and music played joyfully, the ceremony continued without anyone caring about the feelings of the groom being manipulated. Everyone was immersed in the festive atmosphere.
They only knew that Miss Jiang was marrying into the Zhou family, further solidifying ties between the Jiang and Zhou families. The runaway second young master would also return home, all wearing joyful smiles.
After the wedding rites were completed, the bride was sent into the bridal chamber. Zhou Tangyan mingled among the guests, toasting and making speeches with a faint smile on his face as he exchanged pleasantries with them.
A drunken guest tugged at his sleeve and sighed, "Eldest Young Master is truly fortunate; today you’ve scored a great deal by marrying such a beautiful heiress like Miss Jiang..."
Zhou Tangyan smiled and raised his glass in acknowledgment of everyone's support. His tone was polite, but inside he was already ablaze with fury and resentment. He gripped his wine glass tightly, nearly crushing it, anger and unwillingness evident in his eyes.
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