Zhang Yunyun's betrothal feast, though named as such, was actually just a family dinner. Only Meng Ruyi's family was invited. Meng Ruyi knew that it was just a small banquet held by her and her uncle's family to express their gratitude to her.
The betrothal took place the day after she received the betrothal gifts. The wedding date was advanced to the coming spring. So Meng Ruyi often went to Zhang Yunyun's home to help her prepare for various matters, just waiting for the wedding day.
Spring came early this year. It seemed that in the blink of an eye, Meng Ruyi felt that she was still joking with Zhang Yunyun the day before, and the next moment, she saw the young girl sitting in front of the bronze mirror, having her eyebrows carefully drawn by the wedding maid.
"So fast," Meng Ruyi said with a smile as she watched Zhang Yunyun's face become more and more gorgeous, with the unique shyness of a bride. "I still remember the first time we met. You were so angry that you wanted to pick a fight with me."
The wedding maid was applying lipstick to Zhang Yunyun. Hearing this, she immediately said nervously, "Miss Zhang, wait. Don't talk until I'm done!"
Meng Ruyi cast an apologetic look at her and quietly waited on one side.
After the lipstick was applied, Zhang Yunyun immediately turned to look at her, smiling brightly.
Zhang Yunyun had shed her childishness and recklessness. She had grown up rapidly in the past few months and had become the young woman in front of them.
Meng Ruyi looked at her and felt that the young girl in front of her seemed to overlap with the chubby - faced child she first met. Her eyes now showed more maturity.
"That was in the past!" Zhang Yunyun retorted, winking at Meng Ruyi. "You didn't even bother to talk to me back then."
"And you and Song Huaizhi tricked me several times!"
[So Yunyun still remembers! I thought she'd forgotten. It's so funny.]
[I'm so touched. How time flies. In the blink of an eye, everyone has grown up. Yunyun is wearing a wedding dress. I feel so melancholy.]
[I wish Yunyun a happy life forever!]
Meng Ruyi also laughed. Then she said seriously to Zhang Yunyun, "If you encounter any difficulties in the future, remember to tell me. I will definitely..."
"Miss! The groom is here! Please come out quickly!"
The maid outside the door shouted, interrupting Meng Ruyi's words.
"Go quickly."
Meng Ruyi looked deeply at Zhang Yunyun. Seeing the tears welling up in the young girl's eyes, her own nose also felt sour.
"Go quickly," Meng Ruyi stood up, tugged at Zhang Yunyun's sleeve, watched as the wedding maid covered her with a red veil, and listened to the approaching wedding music outside.
The music was loud and the atmosphere was extremely lively.
Meng Ruyi saw Zhang Yunyun stand up and bow deeply to her. Before she could help her up, Zhang Yunyun choked with sobs, "I'm getting married before you even though I'm a few months older. You've been worrying about me..."
"Ruyi!" Zhang Yunyun straightened up. Her face was covered by the red veil. "I just hope you'll be well. I will never forget your kindness to me."
Meng Ruyi sniffed, afraid of crying on this happy day.
"Come on, bride!"
The people outside urged again.
"Go quickly! Today is your big day. Don't delay!"
Meng Ruyi pushed her on the shoulder. Zhang Yunyun nodded and turned to walk out.
She was truly happy for Zhang Yunyun. She congratulated her on finally marrying the man she loved, on no longer having to worry about her useless father every day, and on finally having the small family she had been longing for.
But thinking this way, Meng Ruyi still couldn't help her nose from getting sour. She lowered her head and saw a few small dark drops on the ground where Zhang Yunyun had just stood.
They were tears.
Meng Ruyi was silent for a moment looking at the tears. She rubbed her eyes and followed out of the door. She saw Zhang Yunyun's cousin carry her on his back and walk step by step towards the wedding procession at the door.
It seemed that Zhang Yunyun sensed Meng Ruyi's gaze. She turned back, but all Meng Ruyi could see was the joy - filled red, as her sight was blocked by the veil.
The wedding procession made a lot of noise all the way to the Li family's house.
The Li family had moved to a new place, a four - courtyard mansion, which was quite imposing.
Li Yun had a beaming face. He took the bride with a blushing face and turned to walk forward.
"Are you tired?"
Taking advantage of the fact that the people around didn't seem to notice him, he leaned over and said to Zhang Yunyun quickly, "It won't be long. When we get back, I'll ask the maid to bring you some food to tide you over."
He didn't know that all his actions and words were seen by the people around. Everyone smiled knowingly. Looking at the tenderness between the newly - wedded couple, they just chuckled softly, showing their kind blessings.
Seeing this scene, Meng Ruyi's heart suddenly relaxed, and the corners of her mouth twitched slightly.
Song Huaizhi was standing beside her. He smiled and said, "Are you relieved?"
"After the wedding night pranks, come out early. I'll wait for you at the door."
Song Huaizhi didn't like such noisy occasions. His presence here was already due to Li Yun, his former colleague, and Meng Ruyi's sake.
"Okay, okay, okay."
Meng Ruyi nodded.
...
The moon had risen. Although it was spring, there was still a hint of coldness in the air. Mixed with the wind, it made Meng Ruyi shiver.
Song Huaizhi had been watching the person beside him. Seeing this, he just sighed silently. He skillfully took off his cloak and put it on Meng Ruyi.
"No," Meng Ruyi hadn't finished speaking when she felt the cloak with Song Huaizhi's cold fragrance on her body. "I'm already wearing one!"
"One?" Song Huaizhi saw that her face was a little pale from the cold and her nose was red. He sneered and said, "Your clothes are as thin as paper. The wind makes them rustle."
Meng Ruyi met his half - smiling eyes and felt a bit embarrassed. She cleared her throat and said, "But... but this one is the prettiest."
Not only was it pretty, but it was also festive. The main color was bright red, making it look grand and elegant, and setting off Meng Ruyi's fair skin.
Zhang Yunyun had seen her wear it once and couldn't stop praising it. She told Meng Ruyi to wear it to her wedding. But no one expected that spring would come early this year, and it was still a bit cold.
"Really?" Song Huaizhi gave her a cold look and said, "Since it's a special occasion today. If I see you wearing such clothes on a cold day next time, then..."
"Then what!"
Meng Ruyi was still a bit excited today. Hearing this, she said defiantly, "I just love beauty. What's wrong with that!"
Song Huaizhi was at a loss with her. He didn't want the happy girl to stop smiling today. So he sighed helplessly and turned to walk forward.
[I'm dying of laughter. Xiao Song has really been completely tamed by Yu Yu in the past few months. That look just now made me laugh so hard.]
[These two young lovers are so cute. I can't stand it!]
[Seeing Yu Yu and Xiao Song making such good progress recently, I can die in peace.]
Seeing the bullet comments, Meng Ruyi also felt like laughing for no reason. So there was a faint smile in her eyes.
"Remember to warm yourself with hot water before going to sleep when you get back."
When they reached the door of Meng Ruyi's small courtyard, Song Huaizhi still couldn't help but give a few instructions. Then he told Lianqiao and the others.