Chapter 1998: Chapter 1936: Mourning Ends, Attire Restored

Empress Dowager Mo proposed that Ah Jiu and Wufu have a grand wedding, set for November, which would actually be the day after the mourning period ends for Wufu. However, no one raised any objections.

The time was tight, but fortunately, everything that needed preparation was already underway. With arrangements made by the Ministry of Rites, the two protagonists enjoyed their leisure, simply waiting for the wedding day to arrive.

When the last red leaf of late autumn fell, Madam Zhou’s memorial day arrived. Wufu and Changsheng went to Puji Temple and organized another water-land ceremony for Madam Zhou, and then completed the mourning period.

Upon completing the mourning period, one could change out of the plain attire, and wear richly colored garments, adorned with luxurious accessories.

After bathing, Wufu put on a silver-purple dress, with her hair adorned with the Phoenix Holding a Red Gem Purple Gold Hairpin, making her overall demeanor more magnificent and noble with the enhancement of the clothing.

Meanwhile, Xiao Changsheng wore a robe of royal blue brocade.

Wufu placed a stick of sandalwood incense at Madam Zhou’s memorial tablet, stood quietly for a while, then exited the small Buddhist chapel.

"Princess Consort, the Empress Dowager has returned to the mansion, and the entourage is almost at East Main Street," Purple Jade came to report.

Empress Dowager Mo had returned from another palace to attend the grand wedding of Ah Jiu and Wufu.

Wufu quickly went to greet her.

The main gate of Prince Jin’s Mansion was wide open, Wufu stood waiting at the entrance. As the bright yellow entourage appeared, Ah Jiu first came into view, personally welcoming Empress Dowager Mo back.

In moments, Empress Dowager Mo’s palanquin stopped in front of the gate of Prince Jin’s Mansion. She stepped off the carriage with the aid of Nanny Shui’s hand, using the footstool.

"Your daughter-in-law greets Royal Mother," Wufu stepped forward with a respectful bow.

"Rise," Empress Dowager Mo extended her hand to Wufu.

Wufu quickly supported her as they entered the mansion, then switched to a small oil cart, proceeding to the courtyard specially prepared for her.

Once Empress Dowager Mo was seated on the beauty couch inside the room, Wufu personally presented her with a warm towel to cleanse her hands and face, followed by a cup of hot tea.

Empress Dowager Mo took a sip, glanced at Wufu’s attire, nodded inwardly: "Young people, a striking outfit really adds a lot of flair. Later, Royal Mother will send you some jewelry. Oh, I’ll just add it to your dowry."

Wufu smiled, "Thank you, Royal Mother."

"Tomorrow is your grand wedding, though it’s a postponed ceremony, the traditions must still be observed. You should return to your uncle’s mansion and await marriage, let Ah Jiu come to fetch you tomorrow," said Empress Dowager Mo.

Wufu hesitated a little, saying, "Royal Mother just returned to the mansion, and I’m leaving, this..."

"It’s fine, there’s no shortage of people to serve the mourning family around. Besides, I’ve tired after the journey by carriage, and need some rest," Empress Dowager Mo mentioned, and instructed Ah Jiu: "You escort your wife over."

"There’s no rush, I’ll accompany Royal Mother for a while longer," Wufu smiled.

She chatted with Empress Dowager Mo for a while, seeing fatigue on her face, then helped her to rest, arranged attendants to serve in the courtyard, before allowing Ah Jiu to escort her back to the residence arranged by Hua Wushuang.

"I noticed Royal Mother seems to be in low spirits, is the Emperor unwell?" Wufu asked.

Ah Jiu nodded, "His vitality is exceedingly poor, somewhat confused too. After the wedding, I plan to bring the Crown Prince to another palace to stay by his side."

Enduring until now, Emperor Yan has reached the brink.

Wufu stated, "Can’t even hold until New Year?"

"Hard to say!" Ah Jiu pursed his lips, said, "Let’s not dwell on this, tomorrow is our actual wedding day. Wufu, getting married under such circumstances, my apologies."

Whether it’s coincidence or fate, his marriage with Wufu happens each time before their relatives are about to pass, indeed a strange occurrence.

"It’s fate, there’s no need to apologize," Wufu covered his mouth with her hand: "Return to the mansion, I await you to fetch me home tomorrow."

"Alright."

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