NCCnovel Chapter 162 Shen Family Son-in-law
Chapter 162 Shen Family Son-in-law
The reason why the Shen family wanted to recruit a son-in-law was actually very simple, that is, the Shen family had "no male heirs" and the entire family only had Shen Yourong, a precious only daughter! In the country of Dazhao, ordinary people generally felt that if there were no male heirs in a family, then the family would not be able to assume the social responsibility of continuing the bloodline, and might also face a huge risk of extinction.
Therefore, many such families would choose to have their daughters marry a son-in-law.
It can also be seen from here that when there is indeed no male in the family, it is completely understandable to let the daughter continue the family bloodline and support the entire family by marrying a son-in-law.
It is for this reason that the ancients believed that a family with many male members was a symbol of prosperity; and if male members were relatively scarce, then marrying a son-in-law would be a convenient way to obtain strong labor.
At this moment, the matchmaker had already led the etiquette officer into Luo Lingliu's room. They took out the marriage certificate, which symbolized the marriage contract, and handed it to Luo Lingliu, asking him to sign it. After all, using the marriage certificate as proof and the seal as a token of trust meant that the two people had made a promise to stay together for life!
Luo Lingliu slowly put on the bright red wedding dress, buttoned each button carefully, and then gently put on the wedding hat. His movements were elegant and solemn, as if he was completing a sacred ceremony.
At this moment, a clever little maid walked up to him and asked in a low voice, "Sir, the young lady asked me to ask you, if you don't want to ride in the wedding sedan, the young lady said she can give you her horse!"
Luo Lingliu smiled slightly and replied firmly: "It doesn't matter! Since you have decided to be a son-in-law, then everything should be done according to the etiquette of a son-in-law!"
The little maid couldn't help but frowned and whispered in a concerned tone: "But the young lady is worried that you, the uncle, will be wronged!"
However, Luo Lingliu's face was always filled with a gentle smile. He comforted her softly, "Rong'er, you really worry too much! This is the path I voluntarily chose, and I don't feel wronged at all!"
Luo Lingyue, who was standing nearby, looked at the scene and laughed happily: "Haha, today we are sending my brother off to get married!" Her laughter was as clear and sweet as a silver bell, full of joy and blessings. The whole scene was filled with a warm and joyful atmosphere, as if everyone was happy for this special wedding.
Under the gaze of the crowd, Luo Lingliu was dressed in a gorgeous wedding dress, looking heroic! She was surrounded by everyone and sent to the bridal sedan.
The wedding procession marched towards the Shen family in a mighty manner, attracting the attention of countless passers-by along the way. The servants of the Shen family followed the sedan chair happily, constantly scattering wedding money, conveying the festive atmosphere to everyone.
Along the way, the sound of suona and gongs and drums resounded through the sky, deafening! The sound of firecrackers rose and fell, and never stopped! These noisy sounds intertwined together to form a cheerful wedding march. The whole street was shrouded in a festive atmosphere, and people stopped to watch, with smiles of blessing on their faces.
The sedan chair gradually went farther and farther away, and finally disappeared from people's sight. And this grand wedding became a topic of conversation among people, and it has been passed down for a long time.
The wedding procession paraded in the whole Jiangning City with great fanfare for a long time, and before they knew it, it was already noon. At this moment, a white little hand stretched out from outside the bridal sedan, holding a bright red apple.
"Husband! It's noon now, have an apple to fill your stomach first! We probably won't be home until dusk." Shen Yourong's gentle voice came from outside the sedan.
Luo Lingliu felt warm at heart when he heard his wife's concern. He took the apple, took a bite without hesitation, and muttered, "Thank you, my lady!" The apple was sweet and juicy, which lifted his spirits.
As Luo Lingliu took her first bite of the apple, the atmosphere around her seemed to become relaxed and cheerful. The wedding procession continued to move forward, with laughter and joy all the way. While Luo Lingliu was tasting the delicious apple, he began to look forward to a happy life with Shen Yourong in the future...
Luo Lingyue and Luo Lingfeng followed the wedding procession. Luo Lingfeng looked at Luo Lingyue with disdain: "Xiaoqi! You must not eat all the longans, red dates, and peanuts! These are to be sprinkled on my second brother's wedding bed for good luck!"
Luo Lingyue smiled mischievously: "Hey, with you, the little genius doctor, here, are you still worried that my second brother and second sister-in-law can't have a baby soon? By the way, where did Xiao Jinghan go?"
Luo Lingfeng quickly replied, "He has some personal matters to deal with, but don't worry, he will definitely come to attend the wedding ceremony at dusk!"
After hearing this, Luo Lingyue couldn't help but curl her lips and mutter, "Tsk~ He just keeps busy all day long. I don't know which unlucky guy he is going to plot against this time!"
As the sun sets and the night deepens, a grand wedding procession arrives at the gate of the Shen Mansion. Luo Lingyue looks from afar and sees Xiao Jinghan, dressed in gorgeous clothes, leading a group of guards in the mansion. He chats and laughs with the guests who come to watch the ceremony, and he is very graceful, as if the whole world is attracted by his unique charm.
Then, Luo Lingliu, wearing a gorgeous wedding dress, slowly stepped down from the sedan chair. At this time, someone on the sidelines shouted loudly: "Celebrate the new marriage with the blazing fire, and cross the obstacles to get a good wife!" This is an indispensable part of the traditional wedding ceremony in ancient China - jumping over the fire basin. This custom not only means seeking good fortune and avoiding danger, but also represents the couple overcoming many obstacles and welcoming a happy future.
After Luo Lingliu stepped lightly over the brazier, the crowd cheered again. Then, another person shouted, "When relatives and friends come to ask about my wife and stop at the door, I can't see her and she is missing me." The voice echoed in the air, and people couldn't help but be moved.
Then, Luo Lingliu walked into the hall. At this time, the etiquette officer solemnly shouted: "The hall is decorated with brocade, the beautiful scenery is beautiful, and the music is playing. Today, we raise a toast to invite relatives and friends, and we will marry each other." These passionate words are like beautiful music, adding endless festive atmosphere to the wedding.
At this moment, Mr. Shen and Mrs. Shen were sitting at the top, their faces were filled with joy. The etiquette officer standing beside them shouted loudly: "Bow to the heaven, earth, sun, moon and stars!" The sound resounded throughout the hall, making everyone present feel the solemn atmosphere of the wedding.
Then, another loud shout was heard: "Second bow to the master's parents for their upbringing!" This sentence was like thunder, shaking people's hearts. Luo Lingliu and Shen Yourong respectfully bowed to Master Shen and Madam Shen, expressing their gratitude for their upbringing over the years.
Finally, it was time for the couple to bow to each other. Luo Lingliu and Shen Yourong stood face to face, gazing into each other's eyes affectionately. At the command of the etiquette officer, they slowly bent down and bowed to each other. At this moment, it seemed as if time had stopped flowing, and only the deep love between them filled the air.
As the words "The ceremony is over!" rang out, the entire wedding scene erupted in warm applause and cheers. Luo Lingliu and Shen Yourong also began to walk towards the guests, preparing to toast everyone and thank them for coming and their blessings.