"Why am I being silly?" Tian Xingyun laughed and asked, turning to look at Tian Mimi.
"Why didn’t you tell me? Aren’t we best friends?" Tian Mimi felt heartbroken and angry that Xingyun had kept so many things from her.
Holding everything in on her own, how hard and painful it must have been.
"Of course, we’re best friends." Tian Xingyun grabbed her hand and said seriously.
Mimi is her best friend, her closest confidante.
"Then why didn’t you tell me?" Tian Mimi’s tears kept falling.
Xingyun must have been bullied by Huo Shaohua, and she endured everything on her own.
Just thinking about it broke her heart.
"Telling you would only make you worry." Tian Xingyun responded with a small smile, thinking anything she could manage herself should not involve those around her.
"Silly girl! I could help you shoulder it; it’s better than you suffering alone."
"I wasn’t suffering."
"Who is Huo Shaohua? He’s a ruthless jerk who wants to demolish our village, without a shred of humanity."
"He’s not that bad. He promised he would never harm Huatan Village again."
"Alright, today’s my wedding day, don’t make me cry." Tian Xingyun still smiled, though tears were already glimmering in her eyes.
"No crying, you’re the most beautiful bride!" Tian Mimi wiped her tears and smiled, continuing to do Xingyun’s makeup.
She wanted everyone to see that Xingyun was the most beautiful bride in the world.
"Of course, I’m the most beautiful bride because I have the best makeup artist." Tian Xingyun smiled joyfully.
An hour later, Tian Xingyun was dressed up and changed into the dress Mom Tian had prepared for her.
It was a retro-style Chinese cheongsam and embroidered red wedding dress.
The Tian Family was all smiles; today was a joyous occasion, and no one was allowed to be sad.
The Huo Family’s bridal procession arrived; this wedding was somewhat low-key.
The Huo Family did everything secretly, only their trusted confidants were present.
Huo Shaohua walked into the Tian Family’s small courtyard, which gave him a warm feeling.
This was his first time coming to the Tian Family, to Huatan Village.
Andy and Hu Yuxi followed behind him, and they instantly liked it upon entering the Tian Family home.
This was exactly the village life they loved.
Dad Tian held Tian Xingyun’s hand and led her down the stairs; Huo Shaohua’s eyes lit up when he saw her.
She looked stunning today, the red embroidered cheongsam outfit and her red lip makeup made her even more beautiful and captivating.
Leading Xingyun to face Huo Shaohua, Dad Tian spoke seriously, "I’m entrusting Xingyun to you. Please treat her well."
"I will," Huo Shaohua replied politely, extending his hand.
Dad Tian placed Tian Xingyun’s hand in his, and at that moment, his heart felt heavy.
His precious daughter, whom he’d cherished, was leaving today.
In the future, he wouldn’t see her every day, nor hear her calling for her daddy lovingly.
If she suffered, he wouldn’t know. The path ahead, she had to walk it herself.
Huo Shaohua held Tian Xingyun’s hand, and they smiled at each other.
Then, they went to the Flower Fairy Temple to bow in the wedding ceremony, led by two centenarian elders of the village.
The two elders had been married for decades and shared a deep bond.
Every couple getting married would ask them to officiate, wishing for the same harmonious and happy relationship, to hold hands till old age.
The final ceremony was to drink the wine of union, which Tian Mimi brought in.
The elderly lady personally handed the two cups of wine to Huo Shaohua and Tian Xingyun.
"Drink these cups of wine, and I wish you a long, happy marriage and many children."
"Thank you, Grandma." Tian Xingyun sweetly thanked her, smiling.
She stealthily glanced at Huo Shaohua, already sensing his displeasure.
Luckily, this was the final ceremony, and she only needed to endure a few more minutes.
Although Huo Shaohua was displeased, he did not show it.
He took the cup and cooperatively drank the wine of union with Tian Xingyun.