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A few days later, the secret guard presented the findings of the investigation to Gu Huaiyuan. The file recorded in detail Zhao Linlang's life in Prince An's Mansion from childhood to adulthood.

Through these, Gu Huaiyuan also roughly understood Zhao Linlang's personality and character. Overall, he was very satisfied with Zhao Linlang.

On the day of the return visit, the Gu Mansion was still very lively. Both Gu Jinxuan and the Duke of Huguo were waiting at home for the newlyweds Gu Xiaoya and Zhao Boyu to arrive.

Naturally, the newlyweds were warmly welcomed by the entire Gu family. Seeing Gu Xiaoya radiating happiness, Lin Qingxue was very satisfied.

After giving the two children some simple instructions, Lin Qingxue invited them to have lunch at her house and then let them leave. After all, they were in the imperial city, and it was not like they would not see each other again in the future.

After Gu Xiaoya got married, the Gu family focused their attention on the eldest son, Gu Huaiyuan. He lived up to everyone's expectations and had private contact with Zhao Linlang several times. He felt that she was a good person.

Although, at present, the two of them have no feelings for each other, he does not dislike her, and they get along well in private.

After getting Gu Huainingyuan's consent, Princess Anyang sent someone to Prince An's Mansion to propose marriage. Princess An's wife was already waiting for Gu's family to come.

So, when Princess Anyang went to propose marriage, Princess An agreed immediately.

After a few discussions, they started discussing the wedding date, and the pace was very fast. Both sides were afraid that if they were slow, there would be problems.

After the wedding date was set, the emperor not only issued an edict to grant the marriage, but also agreed to let Gu Huaining stay in the imperial city to get married.

As for Nancheng, the brothers Lin Xiaoshan and Lin Xiaoqi were asked to take over first, so this pair of brothers were sold out like this.

Gu Huaiyuan and Zhao Linlang's wedding date was set after the New Year, which was the 18th day of the first lunar month. Princess An planned to keep her at home to spend the last New Year and the last Lantern Festival.

The betrothal gift that Gu Huaiyuan gave to Zhao Linlang was very spectacular, with twenty-eight loads, all of which were tightly packed.

Princess An also gave Zhao Linlang a very rich dowry. She prepared thirty loads for herself, the Lian couple prepared thirty loads, and with the additions from her three brothers and relatives and friends, there were a total of ninety-nine loads in the end.

The extra money was naturally placed in her dowry yard and not displayed in public.

Now that the wedding date has been set, the festive atmosphere in the imperial city has become increasingly intense. The Gu Mansion and the Prince An Mansion seem to be caught in the vortex of a grand celebration, with people coming and going every day and busy all the time.

Gu Huaiyuan was also very concerned about his marriage. He specially assigned people to redecorate the bridal chamber according to Zhao Linlang's preferences. The screens and curtains in the room were also rearranged according to Zhao Linlang's preferences.

The large carved bed exudes a faint sandalwood scent, and the mandarin duck quilt on the bed is finely embroidered, and every stitch and thread is filled with his expectations for his future life.

He also went to a jewelry store in person and picked out a set of jade headpieces. The transparent jade sparkled in the candlelight, just like the tenderness in his eyes.

Meanwhile, Zhao Linlang was also busy in Prince An's mansion. She followed Princess An to learn the ways of housekeeping, flipping through thick account books to understand the operation of various affairs in the mansion.

In her spare time, she embroidered a sachet for Gu Huaiyuan with her own hands. The lotus flowers on the embroidery were lifelike, and the silk threads were filled with her beautiful vision of this marriage.

However, amidst the peace, a sense of uneasiness quietly spread in her heart.

Since her marriage with Gu Huaiyuan was settled, Lian came to see her several times, but was suppressed by Princess An every time. This also caused the relationship between mother and daughter to become increasingly distant.

The end of the year is approaching, and it has been snowing since mid-November. The heavy snow has covered the imperial city with silver.

The Gu Mansion and Prince An's Mansion were decorated with lights and colorful lanterns. The red lanterns were particularly eye-catching against the backdrop of the white snow, and a festive atmosphere began to spread in the imperial city.

Lin Qingxue was naturally happy to see that Gu Huaiyuan was very concerned about her marriage, which meant that Gu Huaiyuan did have some feelings for Zhao Linlang, and in the future, the two would treat each other with respect, not just as guests.

The closer it gets to the Chinese New Year, the busier Lin Qingxue becomes. Not only does she have to prepare New Year gifts and dishes, but she also has to prepare Gu Huaiyuan's wedding banquet after the Lantern Festival.

Compared with previous years, Gu Xiaoya is missing this year, but there is an additional girl and son-in-law returning to their parents' home on the second day of the New Year.

Soon it was the night before Gu Huaiyuan's wedding. Lin Qingxue checked everything about tomorrow's wedding banquet again and felt relieved when she confirmed that there were no problems.

The night before Gu Huaiyuan's wedding, the snow in the imperial city became heavier. Goose-feather-like snowflakes fell, adding a layer of silver to the red walls and black tiles.

Inside the Gu Mansion, candlelight flickered, shadows of people were everywhere, and the atmosphere was tense and busy.

Lin Qingxue had just finished checking the wedding banquet details with the housekeeper in the front yard and was about to go back to her room to rest, but she saw Gu Huaiyuan standing alone in the courtyard, letting the snowflakes fall on his shoulders.

Something in her heart moved her, and she slowly walked forward and asked softly, "Huaiyuan, tomorrow is your big day, why aren't you sleeping yet?"

Gu Huaiyuan came back to his senses, a barely perceptible nervousness flashing in his eyes, "Mom, I can't sleep. Thinking about tomorrow's wedding, I feel a little nervous and scared."

Lin Qingxue looked at her son, her heart filled with relief. She reached out and gently patted his shoulder, "Huaiyuan, your feelings for Linlang are all seen by your mother. In the days ahead, there will inevitably be bumps and setbacks. Only when a couple supports each other can they maintain a long-term relationship."

Gu Huaiyuan nodded seriously, looking towards the direction of Prince An's Mansion. He seemed to see Zhao Linlang and said, "Mother, Linlang and I..."

"Don't worry, Huaiyuan. Mother can see that Linlang is a good girl. She's worthy of you. A couple's life is about supporting and tolerating each other. You're an adult now. After you get married, don't be impulsive. Remember to discuss everything with Linlang."

Lin Qingxue patted Gu Huaiyuan's shoulder and said, her adopted son has grown into a big boy in the blink of an eye. In one or two years at the fastest, or two or three years at the slowest, she will become a grandmother.

It’s really amazing to think about it. If she were in the future, she might not have a partner at her age and would be busy with her career, but here she is about to become a grandmother.

"I understand, mother." After being persuaded by Lin Qingxue, Gu Huaiyuan's nervousness dissipated a lot.

"It's getting late, and you still have a lot of things to do tomorrow. Go back and rest!" After saying that, Lin Qingxue took Donghe and Chuntao away. She also had a lot of things to do tomorrow.

The next morning, the snow stopped and the sun shone on the white snow, reflecting a dazzling light. The red lanterns of the Gu Mansion swayed gently in the morning light, contrasting with the icicles hanging from the eaves, and there was a festive atmosphere everywhere.

Gu Huaiyuan got up early, and his personal servant had already prepared a brand new bright red wedding dress. The dress was exquisitely embroidered, and the auspicious clouds embroidered with gold thread sparkled in the sunlight, as if they were about to take off into the sky.

After getting dressed, Gu Huaiyuan carefully adjusted his hair in front of the bronze mirror. He looked in the mirror with sharp eyebrows and bright eyes, and his face was full of excitement.

Today is a big day for the entire Protector of the Country. Everyone got up early. Lin Qingxue, Gu Jinxuan and other masters of the Gu family washed up in their own yard and came to the front yard to prepare breakfast.

The morning light filtered through the carved window lattices, casting a layer of warm light on the front yard. Lin Qingxue, dressed in gorgeous clothes, sat dignifiedly in the main seat. Her eyes swept over the busy servants in the hall, her heart full of anticipation for today's wedding.

Gu Jinxuan sat aside, holding a teacup in his hand. Although his expression was calm, the occasional smile on the corner of his mouth revealed his joy.

"Father, Mother," Gu Huaiyuan strode into the front hall, his red wedding dress like a burning flame, and his whole face was radiant.

He bowed to Gu Jinxuan and Lin Qingxue and said in a loud voice, "Son, thank you for your hard work today, father and mother."

Lin Qingxue smiled and waved her hands, her eyes full of love: "Silly child, your lifelong event is worth it no matter how hard it is. After dinner, we still have to go to pick up the bride."

As she spoke, she signaled the maid to serve Gu Huaiyuan a bowl of red date and longan porridge. "This porridge symbolizes the early birth of a son. Eat more."

"Yes, thank you, mother," Gu Huaiyuan nodded. He took the bowl handed to him by the maid and drank the contents in one gulp.

"Sit down and rest for a while. Your grandparents will be here soon. After breakfast, you and your cousins ​​from the Lin family and Huairen will go with Princess An to take your wife home."

Lin Qingxue said with a smile that Gu Huaiyuan was married and the children were still young, so she was temporarily free.

"Yes, mother," although Gu Huaiyuan was anxious, he knew that it would take a while.

Soon, Princess Anyang and others arrived at the front yard one after another. Seeing that everyone was there, Lin Qingxue moved to the side hall next door to have breakfast.

After breakfast, they moved to the front hall to rest, waiting for the relatives of the Lin family and the Gu family to come before going to Prince An's Mansion to pick up the bride.

At this time, a servant hurried in and reported: "Master and Princess, the wedding procession is ready and can set out to pick up the bride at any time."

Gu Jinxuan put down the teacup and warned: "Huaiyuan, be sure to pay attention to safety on the road and follow the rules."

"Your father is right, Huaiyuan. Today is your big day. If anyone from Prince An's Mansion gives you trouble, you must be patient."

Princess Anyang warned worriedly that although Princess An had said that everything was ready, she was still worried about Lian.

"Yes, grandma, Huaiyuan will remember it," Gu Huaiyuan replied seriously.

"Go! Gu Huaiyuan, go pick up your wife and take her home. We are all waiting for you and your wife to come back at home," Lin Qingxue said with a smile, her tone full of encouragement and trust in him.

"Son, I understand. It's getting late, so I'll go to Huaiyuan Road first," Gu Huaiyuan stood up, bowed again, turned around and strode out of the front hall.

The Gu Mansion was decorated with lights and firecrackers, and the wedding procession set off towards Prince An's Mansion in a mighty procession. Gu Huaiyuan rode a tall horse, wearing a red wedding gown, and looked very energetic.

As the auspicious time for the wedding arrived, Gu Huaiyuan set off with the grand wedding procession.

The gong in front of the team cleared the way, and the sounds of suona and firecrackers intertwined and resounded throughout the imperial city.

Along the way, people flocked to the streets to catch a glimpse of this grand wedding.

Meanwhile, Prince An's mansion was bustling with activity. Zhao Linlang sat at her dressing table, letting the maids dress her.

In the carved bronze mirror, her shy face was reflected, her cheeks rosy, just like peach blossoms blooming in spring.

Princess An stood aside, personally selecting jewelry for Zhao Linlang, her eyes full of reluctance. The granddaughter she raised was going to get married and would be given to another woman in the future.

"Linlang, you're getting married today," Princess An stroked Zhao Linlang's hair, her voice slightly choked with sobs. "When you get to the Gu residence, you must abide by the rules, support Huaiyuan, take good care of your younger brothers and sisters, and fulfill your duties as a wife and daughter-in-law."

Zhao Linlang's eyes were slightly red, and she held Princess An's hand: "Grandma, don't worry, Linlang has taken note of everything. When Linlang is not around, you must take good care of yourself."

"Linlang, don't worry. Grandmother has lived to this age and has experienced all kinds of storms. You should live a good life with Huaiyuan in the future. Grandmother can see clearly that Huaiyuan is a good child and has you in his heart. Although his mother is not his biological son, she treats him no differently than her own. You should also treat the Crown Prince's Consort as your own mother in the future. Grandmother can see that Lin Qingxue is a person of character. Your mother, who is shallow-minded, is not even half as good as Crown Prince Gu's Consort."

Princess An held her granddaughter's hand and told her earnestly that in her life, she had experienced her husband's betrayal and her son's resentment, and the only thing that made her happy was that her granddaughter was always loyal to her.

Having lived a long life, she naturally looked at things in a more open way. Let her son resent her! She had a clear conscience towards her son, and now she just wanted to pave the way for her granddaughter and let her live a more comfortable and happy life in the future.

"Yes, grandma, Linlang will definitely remember your words," Zhao Linlang looked at Princess An with tears in her eyes. She was grateful for everything her grandmother had done for her.

"Good boy, get ready quickly!" Princess An said, trying hard to suppress her sadness.

At this moment, the sound of suona from the wedding procession of the Gu Mansion was heard outside the door. The gate of Prince An's Mansion slowly opened, and Gu Huaiyuan walked into the mansion surrounded by people.

According to custom, he first presented the prepared wedding candies in front of the door, which attracted a scramble from the crowd.

Afterwards, despite the difficulties posed by the wedding party, Gu Huaiyuan responded cleverly and successfully arrived at the door of Zhao Linlang's boudoir.

"Linlang, I'm here to pick you up," Gu Huaiyuan said through the door, his voice gentle yet firm.

After hearing what Gu Huaiyuan said, Zhao Linlang's two sisters in the room struggled again before finally opening the door and letting Gu Huaiyuan in.

The door slowly opened, and Gu Huaiyuan saw Zhao Linlang wearing a phoenix crown and a red robe. He was stunned for a moment.

Zhao Linlang also raised her head slightly, and saw Gu Huaiyuan's tall figure through the veil, her heart filled with joy.

Under the gaze of everyone, Gu Huaiyuan carried Zhao Linlang to the front yard of Prince An's Mansion and bowed in front of Prince An's Prince and Princess An.

After the wedding ceremony, with everyone's blessings, Gu Huaiyuan carried Zhao Linlang onto the bridal sedan, and the wedding procession returned to the Duke of Huguo in a mighty manner.

Along the way, firecrackers blasted and people flocked to the streets to watch this grand wedding.

The wedding procession set out to return to the Gu Mansion. Along the way, the people gave their blessings. After returning to the Gu Mansion, the newlyweds walked into the hall surrounded by everyone.

The auditorium was decorated with lights and the guests were laughing and talking, making it very lively.

"Worship heaven and earth!"

Amid the host's shouts, Gu Huaiyuan and Zhao Linlang bowed deeply to the outside, then turned around to face Lin Qingxue and Gu Jinxuan, a couple, who were sitting on the high hall.

"Two thanks to the high hall!"

Lin Qingxue and Gu Jinxuan sat in the main seats, looking at the newlyweds performing the ceremony, their eyes full of satisfaction.

"The couple bowed to each other, the ceremony was completed, and they were escorted to the bridal chamber!"

The two bowed to each other and completed the solemn ceremony. In front of everyone, Gu Huaiyuan held Zhao Linlang and walked towards the bridal chamber with big and quick steps.