The Concubine Strikes Back: The Marquis Insists on Me to Be His Wife

After the banquet, General Xing called Li Shang and asked him to go back to his house with him.

Xing Yuning was a little worried when she learned that her father was going to ride in the same carriage with Li Shang. But since the emperor had granted the marriage, her father would surely not disagree.

When they arrived at the Xing Mansion, General Xing took Li Shang to the study, closed the door, and looked at him seriously.

"Li Shang, I only have this one daughter. Although the emperor has issued an imperial decree, I still want to ask you, do you really like Yu Ning?"

Li Shang nodded without hesitation, "I am sincere to Yu Ning." Now that things have come to this, he has no way to explain the truth anymore, this is the only way.

General Xing nodded slightly, a trace of relief flashed in his eyes, "That's great, I hope you can treat her well. Since the imperial decree has been issued, you should get married as soon as possible! I know your family situation, and I won't make it difficult for you, but... the three letters and six ceremonies are indispensable."

Li Shang understood General Xing's concerns, and he said, "General, don't worry. I will respect Yu Ning's choice and will do my best to protect her."

General Xing patted Li Shang on the shoulder and said, "Well, I feel relieved when you say that."

Li Shang stayed at the Xing Mansion for dinner before leaving. General Xing asked for Li Shang's date of birth and looked at the dates for them. In the end, Li Shang chose the date five days later. General Xing thought it was a bit hasty, but Xing Yuning thought the date five days later was the best.

Why did Li Shang choose five days later? Because that day was Meng Zhiyuan's birthday. He didn't think too much about it. All he could think about was Meng Zhiyuan. He didn't know how he was doing in the general's mansion.

Five days later, the Xing Mansion was decorated with lanterns and was bustling with activity. Li Shang came to pick up the bride in wedding clothes, riding a tall horse. He smiled happily on the surface, but deep down he still felt an indescribable pain.

Xing Yuning was in her boudoir, wearing a phoenix crown and a bridal robe, with delicate makeup, and her eyes showed both anticipation and a hint of nervousness.

The wedding procession was filled with music and dancing, and it was very lively. Li Shang, surrounded by the crowd, walked into the Xing Mansion and came to Xing Yuning's boudoir. After some difficulties, he finally successfully welcomed Xing Yuning into the bridal sedan.

After returning to Li Mansion, a solemn and grand wedding ceremony began.

Witnessed by many relatives and friends, Li Shang and Xing Yuning walked hand in hand to the center of the hall. They first bowed three times to heaven and earth to show their reverence for heaven, then bowed to their parents' tablets to thank them for their kindness in raising them, and finally stood facing each other and bowed to each other.

However, in this joyful and peaceful atmosphere, a figure quietly emerged from the depths of Li Shang's heart - Meng Zhiyuan.

Although he tried hard to erase her from his mind, Meng Zhiyuan's face would always appear in front of him involuntarily when the night was quiet. He couldn't help but imagine what it would feel like if it was Meng Zhiyuan instead of Xing Yuning standing in front of him at this moment?

At night, the guests left one after another, and the house gradually returned to peace. In the bridal chamber, Xing Yuning, wearing a red wedding dress, sat quietly by the bed, with a happy smile on her face.

Li Shang gently pushed open the door, walked slowly to Xing Yuning and sat down. He took a deep breath, stretched out his hand and slowly lifted the red veil on Xing Yuning's head. Xing Yuning lowered her head slightly, raised her eyes shyly, and looked at Li Shang with affection.

"Husband." Xing Yuning called softly.

Li Shang stared at his beautiful wife, and a complex emotion surged in his heart. He forced a smile and responded, "Madam."

"My dear, you have been tired all day. Let me help you to rest!" Xing Yuning said as she reached out to touch Li Shang.