Chapter 314: Chapter 314
Thinking about this, Lin Xiao felt a touch of embarrassment.
Fortunately, vulgar customs like disturbing the nuptial chamber or throwing the bride into the water did not exist in the Cultivation World. Here, everyone was a cultivator of high moral standing. After some drinks, poetry recitation, and discussing topics of interest, Lin Xiao, under the watchful eyes of everyone present, rose from the ground.
He prepared to tread the void and head towards the incredibly lofty pavilion.
This was a traditional custom for grooms in the Cultivation World, a process meant to express sincere and honest intentions towards the bride. External aids were forbidden. The groom had to rely purely on his own will, utilizing the art of flight, and ascend step by step to achieve perfection with his dao companion.
Of course, for him, these few hundred steps were nothing more than a stroll.
It was said that when the founder of Qinglan married the Moon Princess, she made him walk from the entrance of Dragon Head Peak to the summit of Divine Phoenix Peak's Bright Moon Cliff.
"Master, your disciple is leaving now," Lin Xiao said.
Before taking a step, he couldn't help but turn to the woman who had cared for him so meticulously.
"Go. Your bride is waiting for you there," Xiao Hongling replied.
"Master... I'm truly happy for you all tonight."
Xiao Hongling's phoenix eyes brimmed with warmth, and her lips curled into a benevolent smile.
Lin Xiao looked at her quietly for a moment, finding himself somewhat at a loss for words.
Indeed, his Master's behavior tonight was far too abnormal.
Since the wedding ceremony began, her mood had remained consistently calm, as if she had gained insight into all worldly matters. Her usual passionate demeanor was nowhere to be seen.
No way, has she really moved on? Lin Xiao thought. Hey, hey! You may have moved on, but I haven't! Miss Xiao!
At this thought, Lin Xiao sighed inwardly again.
"Hahaha, Martial Nephew Lin, there's a saying in the Secular World that a moment of a spring night is worth a thousand pieces of gold! Why haven't you gone to your bride yet? She's the one who will accompany you until the seas dry and the stones crumble~"
Just then, Sect Leader True Master Ziyun, his cheeks flushed red from wine, urged him on with a hearty laugh.
This Sect Leader was usually calm and reserved, a man of few words who rarely drank. His speaking out now suggested he was genuinely happy about this marriage.
"Sect Leader Martial Uncle, esteemed Elders, and all the honored guests who have graced us with your presence today! I sincerely thank you for your blessings! I, Lin Xiao, have no way to repay your kindness, so... I'll just put on a spectacular show for everyone!"
He gathered his True Yuan, concentrating it in his lower body. With a WHOOSH, he transformed into a dazzling bolt of lightning, streaking in an instant towards the pavilion that seemed tall enough to pluck the moon from the sky! Follow current novels on novel·fıre·net
Witnessing the earth-shattering movement technique of the Qinglan Sect's strongest contemporary disciple, the entire audience was first dumbstruck, then erupted in praise that echoed for a long time.
"Junior Sister Hongling, after your Divine Azure Phoenix, your Divine Phoenix Peak has now produced a dragon! I fear that in a few more years, my Dragon Head Peak will have to cede its position as the main lineage! Hahaha."
True Master Ziyun stroked his beard and laughed heartily. His face showed no trace of jealousy; instead, there was a sense of profound relief.
"Huh? Junior Sister, why are you crying?"
Just then, the sharp-eyed Daoist Chisong, who was nearby, noticed something and asked directly, "Could it be you're angry with Junior Brother Yuanyi and Junior Sister Su? Angry that they didn't come to offer their congratulations today?"
"Senior Brother Chisong, you're joking. How could that be possible?" Xiao Hongling replied.
She composed herself, about to speak. However, as she gazed at the flickering candlelight in the distant pavilion, her eyes reddened once more.
Xiao'er, you've complained to Master countless times that I always drink too much and mess things up. Today, at this most crucial moment in your life, your Master has been well-behaved and hasn't touched a single drop of alcohol. I hope... I hope that tonight, your Master has fulfilled the duties of an elder properly and hasn't embarrassed you, right?
Ah well, tonight is such an important day for you. Just like that day fourteen years ago when I accepted you into the sect, let Master play a tune for you.
She held back her tears, turned her back to the crowd, took out a jade flute from her robes, and began to play softly for herself.
In the Sacred Beast Garden, deserted for the night, a powerful and resonant dragon's roar echoed.
"Eldest Senior Brother! Yingying is here! Wait for me!"
"Don't... don't let Senior Sister Yurong touch you!"
(To be honest, having written this far, I, Huamei, also feel a sense of relief. After this recent Asura field, the protagonist has thoroughly won over the hearts of his harem. From here on, there will be full steam ahead with romantic developments, along with brutally dealing with young Ye Chen and the other villains.)