At this moment, Liu Qingyan had already sent Miss Xu into the carriage.
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Everyone in the procession frequently gazed at Lu Zheng and Daoist Jiu Zhen, and their views towards the Huangfu Family changed as well.
Previously, it was only known that the Huangfu Family was a small wealthy family in Wanfu County, but today it was revealed they have Abnormal People as relatives.
Social status suddenly changed.
At the same time, they no longer feared the now-dead Human-faced Fox, and a couple of brave souls even sneaked over to take a look.
By the roadside, Lu Zheng was chatting with Daoist Jiu Zhen and his young disciple.
Lu Zheng was in a good mood because the death of the Human-faced Fox had contributed over twenty strands of Light of Fortune to him, which wasn't bad.
It indicated that without Lu Zheng's involvement, the Human-faced Fox could have escaped Daoist Jiu Zhen's pursuit and survived.
This was great—neither too dangerous nor too troublesome, and it allowed him to make friends.
Lu Zheng liked to peacefully obtain the Light of Fortune and then, when the time came, suddenly become the world's best.
Just thinking about it was exciting!
"Is the Daoist traveling with his disciple?" Lu Zheng asked with a cheerful smile.
"No," Daoist Jiu Zhen shook his head, "Ning'Er is the disciple I accepted in Hui State, but he's only changed into a Daoist Robe, yet to officially become one. I'm planning to take him back to Fengyang Mountain to pay respects to the sect."
Lu Zheng nodded, no wonder Liu Ning hadn't reported his name.
"Qingyan is my fiancée, and today is her cousin's wedding. If the Daoist doesn't mind, would you like to join for a cup of wine?" Lu Zheng invited, "I see Liu Ning has traveled all day and seems quite tired."
"Oh? Fiancée?" Daoist Jiu Zhen looked at Liu Qingyan with surprise.
Although he couldn't see Liu Qingyan's true form, since Huangfu Xu is her cousin, she must at least be Half-Demon.
Marrying a Fox Girl...
But that's Lu Zheng's private matter, and since the White Cloud Temple didn't intervene, he wouldn't meddle.
Daoist Jiu Zhen glanced at Liu Ning, who had cultivated with the technique he taught but hadn't mastered it yet and was now barely maintaining his Spirit after traveling all day and the earlier encounter.
"Is that convenient?"
Daoist Jiu Zhen asked, "After all, it's a wedding day, and it wouldn't do to make the hosts and bride uncomfortable with an old man there."
"No problem," Lu Zheng waved with a smile, "I'm a Daoist too."
Since Lu Zheng sincerely invited, Daoist Jiu Zhen smiled and nodded, "Then I shall accept your hospitality."
"You're too kind, senior."
Thus Lu Zheng went to discuss the matter with Huangfu Jing, who had no objections and felt honored, then immediately sent Huangfu Xu to gallop home to prepare.
After all, they had been delayed along the way, and a distinguished guest was about to join the wedding banquet.
Once Miss Xu recovered a bit, she transformed back into human form, regained her composed demeanor, and came to greet Daoist Jiu Zhen together with Liu Qingyan.
Due to the Human-faced Fox incident, the procession was delayed for over half an Hour, and by the time they returned to Huangfu Manor, night had fallen.
However, the main gate and walls of the manor were adorned with strings of red lanterns, and a bonfire burned in the front yard, radiating heat.
The manor buzzed with the crowd as neighbors and shapeshifting Demon friends gathered in the courtyard, making it extremely lively.
The bride and groom went to the backyard to prepare, while Lu Zheng led Daoist Jiu Zhen and his disciple to their seats with Liu Qingyan.
As they entered, the Demons all paid their respects and stood to greet them, overly respectful in their reverence.
This left the human neighbors near the Huangfu Family astonished, thinking they must be some important figures.
The wedding proceeded without any surprises, and Lu Zheng did not join in any pranks, instead arranging a guest room for Daoist Jiu Zhen and his disciple to spend the night.
The next day, the two took their leave, and Lu Zheng personally escorted them to the main road.
Meanwhile, the Huangfu Family also needed to return to the city with the performers and Palanquin Bearers to report the Human-faced Fox incident and address the situation with the deceased bearers.
Fortunately, there were plenty of witnesses, so there wasn't much room for disputes.
Lu Zheng and the Liu Family didn't return home; instead, he and Liu Qingyan ventured into Wanfu County for some sightseeing.
"This old brined shop tastes really good. When I was young, Father always bought roast chicken from this shop for us."
"This is a private school. When I was a child, Father hired a tutor from here to teach me to read and write."
"The layered cake and jujube pastries from this dessert shop are delicious."
Liu Qingyan pulled Lu Zheng into a shop to buy a bag of pastries, and they ate them together as they walked, soon reaching a storefront in the southern part of the town.
This storefront was a clothing store, and Liu Qingyan stood across the street, staring at the shop with a complex expression, lost in thought.
"This used to be the Renxin Hall run by Father," Liu Qingyan murmured.
Lu Zheng smiled slightly, holding Liu Qingyan's hand, "Speaking of which, I really should thank that Leng Jian. If it weren't for him, I reckon we might have missed each other."
Liu Qingyan chuckled, snapping out of it, knowing Lu Zheng was comforting her, and she shot him an alluring look, "Qingyan just got emotional for a moment, not melancholic."
"Qingyan! Is that you, you're back?"
Lu Zheng turned to see a lovely woman accompanied by a gentleman standing not far from them.
The woman wore a warm yellow dress with butterfly patterns, her delicate eyebrows traced lightly, her nose elegantly upturned, though her cheekbones were a bit high, and her mouth curved downwards, giving her a slightly sarcastic appearance.
The gentleman, meanwhile, was handsome and well-mannered, but upon seeing Liu Qingyan, his eyes instantly sparkled with admiration.
Liu Qingyan displayed a neutral expression, not even glancing at the gentleman.
Liu Qingyan recognized the woman, and her countenance showed a mix of seeing an old friend and a mild annoyance of encountering her again.
"Of course it's me," Xiao Yuzhen replied naturally, "But you, didn't you move away? How come you're back now?"
"No, just visiting family," Liu Qingyan shook her head and replied lightly.
Lu Zheng sensed Xiao Yuzhen noticeably relaxed upon hearing this, "Oh, right, your maternal home is the Huangfu Family outside the city."
"Got yourself a handsome gentleman now," Xiao Yuzhen looked Lu Zheng up and down.
He's somewhat handsome but quite inferior compared to her own fiancé, whose aura of prosperity and vigor was unmatched. His attire was ordinary, indicating he was not from a wealthy family.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yuzhen's mood brightened.
"Qingyan, let me introduce you. This is my fiancé, Lin Zhidong," Xiao Yuzhen pulled over the gentleman beside her, "He's the second son of the Lin Family in the North Town."
Lin Zhidong had been waiting for this moment and his eyes brightened at her words; his face quickly blossomed into a smile, cupping his hands in salute, "Lin Zhidong of the Lin Family, pleased to meet Miss Liu and this gentleman."