Chapter 1551 - 793: Father-in-law (3)
"You should congratulate the fifth elder." The first elder sitting next to Xiao Yunhai said mockingly.
"Congratulations on the behalf of all five elders." Even the first Elder Xiao Li, sitting next to Xiao Yunhai, could hear a note of cynical mockery in his words.
The second Elder Xiao, just as curious as the clan leader of the Xiao Clan, then slowly laughed: "The fifth elder, with such a talented granddaughter-in-law adding glory to the Xiao Family. As for a daughter-in-law like that from the Xia Clan, haha, it’s acceptable too. Congratulations.
The atmosphere in the hall immediately turned cold. Anyone who’s not a fool could clearly hear the evident sarcasm when they uttered the word "congratulations." When Xiao Ying was alive, Xiao Lie was highly revered in the Xiao Family because even the leader of the Xiao Family respected him. There was an apparent reason; the talents of the young Xiao Ying held potential to become one of the strongest experts of the small family in the future. In this world that respects the powerful, Xiao Lie was highly regarded as Xiao Ying’s father. However, after Xiao Ying died, Xiao Lie’s only grandson was born with damaged deep veins. Although he was the strongest in Cloud City, who would fear him? His son was dead, his grandson disabled, and he had no other successors. His status in the small family was now suffering a catastrophic decline.
Xiao Lie was not angry because he had grown accustomed to these cynical word games. With a faint smile, he said: "Thank you all for coming today. Be sure to have a few glasses of wine to celebrate this occasion."
"Coming here personally today has already given you face, so I don’t need any wine. My grandson Xiao Chengzhi has now reached the 7th level of the ’basic realm.’ I’ve been living here for a while now, and I must personally stabilize him."
(TL: Giving face = respecting others, especially in public context)
"Hengzhi has reached the seventh level of the basic realm, has he?" Only 17 years old and achieving such success, his future is indeed limitless. No wonder you’re glowing today, it certainly is satisfying!" The other four elders stood up in surprise to congratulate him.
Although Xiao Lie was well-trained, his face was brimming with anger. His four brothers had always respected him, but since Xiao Ying passed away and Xiao Che’s confirmation of damaged deep veins, their attitude worsened. Essentially, they no longer adhered to respecting him. They typically flaunted their grandsons in front of him, but now, in his own grandson’s wedding hall, they still fearlessly boast of their grandson’s achievements. His brothers utilized their grandchildren’s success to undo the scar deep within his heart.
Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted like a bullet. The wedding host Xiao De quickly accelerated the wedding process and exclaimed hoarsely: "Bride and groom, enter the bridal room." Esteemed guests, please proceed to the banquet.
Amid the sound of gongs and cheerful drums, the couple being watched by many onlookers completed the worship ceremony and began walking towards Xiao Che’s small courtyard. The bridal room is where Xiao Che usually resides. The room is decorated entirely in red. On the carpet on the floor are embroidered dragons and phoenixes flying amidst the clouds, a auspicious sign of a happy marriage. The room, filled with red silk, also hangs a large "Happiness & Joy" sign, with two red candles flickering between golden lamps. Carved on the candles, the dragons and phoenixes seem to sway in the shimmering light. The flickering candle touches the golden glaze, seemingly bathed in a dreamy mist of colors. Isolated from the outside world, it shines, softening the eyes.
Xia Qingyue’s maid Xia Dongling accompanied Xia Qingyue to sit on the bed and then silently left the room upon closing the door. The room became quiet, and they could only hear the faint sound of breathing.
Xia Qingyue sat there quietly, unmoving. Xiao Che did not approach her but stood near the doorway, gazing hazily into the past.
"Grandfather’s origins were not respected at your own wedding, you must really be sad, right?"
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