Joy of Life: I am Li Chengze, and I have mastered the Eight Wonders

Chapter 79 Urging marriage
As night falls, it is a quiet time to immerse oneself in books, but it is often interrupted by the sound of banging coming from afar, making it difficult to concentrate.

However, when the scholar stepped out of the room, the scene before him instantly made him forget all his worries.

In the night sky, beams of fire cut through the darkness, blooming into colorful fireworks, such a spectacle,

It was something he had never seen in his life, and it instantly made him intoxicated by this pure beauty. The imperial examination and fame seemed insignificant at this moment.

At the same time, in a corner of Kyoto, in a dark and narrow alley, a white-haired old beggar curled up in the corner. He had fallen asleep but was awakened by a sudden noise.

He was worried that a thunderstorm was coming and he didn't know where to put his helpless body.

But when he looked up at the sky, he was astounded by the feast of fireworks before him. The brilliant light was something he had never seen in his decades of life. It was so beautiful that it was breathtaking.

On the other side of Kyoto, a little girl ran towards her home excitedly, her childish voice full of joy of discovering something new, calling her mother to appreciate the miracle of the night sky with her.

At first, the mother thought it was just the child's innocent talk, but when she walked out of the house and looked up at the star-filled sky full of fireworks, she couldn't help but be shocked by the beauty, her eyes full of amazement and tenderness.

These three different scenes, three completely different lives,

At this moment, everyone is closely connected by this sudden fireworks, witnessing together the beauty that transcends age, identity and circumstances.

The whole Kyoto was immersed in an unprecedented tranquility, as if time had stopped at this moment.

The fireworks feast at Li Chengze's wedding became a bridge connecting the common people and the nobles, the market and the romantic world. Everyone's eyes were attracted by the brilliant fireworks blooming in the night sky.

Hundreds of boxes of fireworks, grouped in three, continued to bloom for more than half an hour, decorating the night sky of Kyoto into a dreamlike scene.

When the last glow of fireworks dissipated in the sky, people were still immersed in the shock and beauty, unwilling to come back to their senses for a long time.

The third prince Li Chengping finally couldn't hold back his excitement and was the first to break the silence, praising Li Chengze:
"Brother, the fireworks are so beautiful!

When I get married, you must prepare fireworks like this for me too!"

Upon hearing this, Li Chengze agreed with a smile, but he didn't expect that this sentence immediately led to Li Chengping's request to "urge marriage" to Emperor Qing, which made Emperor Qing feel helpless, and he secretly laughed at the child's innocence and directness.

Emperor Qing's eyes moved away from Li Chengping and turned to look at Li Chengze, his eyes full of praise:
"These fireworks are not only beautiful, but also add to the festive atmosphere. Every important moment of my celebration in the future should be accompanied by such fireworks."

Li Chengze replied respectfully and informed Emperor Qing that the formula of the fireworks had been handed over to Fan Xian and that the three major workshops would soon go into production, foreshadowing that in the future Daqing would be full of blossoming fireworks.

A feeling of anticipation welled up in Emperor Qing's heart. He knew very well that this was not just the explosion of fireworks, but also a symbol of national prosperity and people's happiness.

He is looking forward to the day when every inch of Daqing will be illuminated by brilliant fireworks. What a grand scene that will be!
"Your Majesty is wise, the country is prosperous, and all the people celebrate together!" Civil and military officials congratulated in unison at the right time, and the atmosphere was warm and solemn.

Although merchants were not as smart as officials, they also followed suit and joined the celebration, making the whole occasion even more lively.

As night fell and the fireworks feast came to an end, Emperor Qing announced with a slightly tired look:
“Today’s grand occasion is enough to comfort my heart.

It is getting late. I want to go back to the palace to rest. You two should also go to the bridal chamber as soon as possible to give me a grandson. "As soon as these words came out, the guests stood up and left tactfully. A grand wedding slowly came to an end.

Li Chengze's wedding undoubtedly became a major event that attracted attention in Kyoto and even the whole country.

Thousands of pounds of candies falling like rain, the precious gift of gas fruit, the emergence of banks and the influx of huge amounts of funds, and the heart-stirring fireworks show, all pushed the wedding to an unprecedented height.

For the guests present, this was not only a witness to a wedding, but also a feast for the eyes and the soul.

“Chengze, although this bracelet is not a rare treasure, it has been with me for many years and carries a lot of love and affection for me.

I am giving this to Ling'er today, hoping that you two will have a love stronger than gold and live together till old age."

Before leaving, Concubine Shu took off the bracelet from her wrist and gave it to Li Chengze, her words full of blessings and expectations.

Li Chengze respectfully took the bracelet with both hands and bowed deeply:
"Thank you for your kindness, mother. This gift is of great significance. I will definitely convey it to Ling'er to express my gratitude to mother for her deep affection and friendship."

He knew the principle of "one should not refuse a gift from an elder", and he also understood that the bracelet not only carried material value, but also the family heritage and the blessing of the elders. "Now that you have started a family, you have entered adulthood and need to be mature and steady."

Concubine Shu said earnestly, "As a husband and future father of a child, you need to think carefully and act prudently."

She reminded him again, full of concern.

Li Chengze heard this and said with a smile:
"I will always remember your teachings, mother. You have mentioned them many times, how could I forget them?"

Upon hearing this, Concubine Shu was slightly stunned, then smiled and said, "Look at my memory. I am old and I forget what I said in a blink of an eye. Don't think I am long-winded."

"Mother, you are too kind. Such care and concern is something that many people would only wish for."

Li Chengze answered gently. Although he had no blood relationship with the girl, he was deeply touched by the warmth.

After a heartwarming conversation, Concubine Shu and Emperor Qing left together, followed by the eldest prince, the crown prince, the third prince and others also saying goodbye to Li Chengze.

The noise of the wedding gradually faded away, and the entire Kyoto and the mansion returned to tranquility.

The housekeeper will take good care of the affairs within the mansion, so Li Chengze doesn't need to say anything.

He walked towards the bridal chamber with brisk steps, his heart full of anticipation.

On the wedding night, the lovely wife at home is looking forward to it, so you must cherish this beautiful moment.

Thinking of the study materials left by Ye Qingmei that he and Ye Ling'er had discussed before, Li Chengze became even more anxious, hoping that she could take this opportunity to benefit from it.

At this time, inside the bridal chamber, Ye Ling'er sat quietly under the red candle, her face lightly covered by a red veil. She quietly raised her wrist, her eyes passed through the red veil, and she thought to herself:

"It's late at night, and it's almost midnight. Why hasn't my husband returned yet?" Although she felt a little angry, she was also full of sweetness and anticipation.

As the sound of light footsteps approached, the door was slowly pushed open with a creak, and Ye Ling'er's heart trembled slightly, feeling both nervous and full of anticipation.

Could it be that he, the Second Prince, had finally come to her world?

The door was completely open, and Li Chengze's figure came into view. He was dressed in gorgeous clothes and walked with steady steps.

His eyes fell on Ye Ling'er's bright red wedding dress. She was sitting upright on the bed, like a fairy in a painting.

A gentle smile appeared on Li Chengze's lips. He walked forward lightly, picked up the scale beside him, and gently lifted the red veil on Ye Ling'er's head.

The flickering candlelight illuminated Ye Ling'er's beautiful face. Li Chengze couldn't help but admire her sincerely:

“It’s so beautiful!”

He thought to himself that there was some truth in what the ancients said, "Look at a beauty under the lamp."

The soft light at night seems to cover the beauty with a mysterious and charming veil, making her beauty more hazy and moving.

He further thought that the lights at night might really have some kind of "beautifying" effect, which cleverly concealed the tiny flaws on the skin.
Only the purest and most moving brilliance is left. No wonder people often say that night is the perfect time to warm up emotions. Perhaps it is this unintentional "beauty" blessing that makes everything seem even better.

Feeling Li Chengze's praise, Ye Ling'er's cheeks turned slightly red, and she felt shy and happy in her heart.

She shook her head gently, trying to hide her anxiety: "No, no hurry..." Her voice was as thin as a mosquito, but it could not hide the shyness unique to a girl.

Seeing this, Li Chengze raised a playful smile:

"Oh? Are you really not in a hurry? Then why don't I go outside to get some fresh air and come back later?"

There was a hint of sarcasm in his words, which left Ye Ling'er speechless for a moment. She could only respond in silence, but her heart was filled with mixed feelings.

(End of this chapter)