[Costume Drama Fan] "Men's Daughter-in-Law" Author: Xi Yun {Completed}

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Falling in love first, then chasing after marriage, a sweet and satisfying realization.

Xu Yunqi participated in a palace banquet and, by chance, was betrothed by the drunken emperor to Pei Muheng, the first son of the capital, as his wife. Everyone said that Xu Yunqi had good fortune, as she had climbed so high to marry such a wealthy husband, even Xu's family thought so.

It is known to all parties involved that Pei Mucheng has a childhood sweetheart who is well-matched, and it was originally intended for them to marry.

On their wedding night, Pei Mucheng was aloof and distant. He laid down three rules for their marriage, and Xu Yunqi silently agreed to them all. After the wedding, the two lived together politely, without any waves or disturbances. Xu Yunqi always abided by her duty and never overstepped boundaries.

Pei Mucheng, a noble and distinguished young man, was the most sought-after prince in the capital. Numerous aristocratic families vied for his attention, but ultimately, the Emperor chose an ordinary woman from a humble background to be his wife through a matchmaking decree. Although Pei Mucheng felt reluctant, he had no choice but to obey the imperial order.

He spent most of January at the palace. His impression of his new bride was that she was quiet, gentle, and kept to herself. After their wedding night, he saw that her appearance was pleasing and that she diligently managed the household. So virtuous and capable, even if she wasn't outwardly stunning, he felt she could be a companion for life.

Until a banquet went awry, he inadvertently discovered that there was a "White Moon" in his heart...

Pei Mucheng considered himself decisive and cold, never caring about anyone. This time, however, he tossed and turned in the dead of night, tasting the bitterness of unfulfilled desire.

(First marry, then chase wife to the funeral pyre, strong personality on the outside, heartless)

Genre Tags: Love at First Sight, Perfect Match, Sweet Romance, Fast-Paced Plot, Premarital Relationship, Heartbreaking End.

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A love story of marriage before love, where both parties bend to each other's will.

Aspiration: Efforts will not be in vain someday.

Chapter 1

On the day of Xu Yunqi's grand wedding, the late apricot blossoms in the capital city fell to the ground.

Until dusk, in the midst of wind and rain obscuring the sky, the bridal palanquin was escorted by officials from the Ministry of Rites into Prince Xi's mansion.

Xu Yunqi is to marry Pei Muheng, the third son of Xi Wangfu, who is known as the first son in the capital.

Along with the throngs of figures entering the palace, there was also a cacophony of voices that were ostensibly congratulations but in reality insults.

"The Third Young Master is the most beloved grandson of His Majesty. At a young age, he has already been in charge of overseeing the six government departments. Among His Majesty's dozen or so grandsons, only the eldest grandson of the East Palace, and the Third Young Master, are allowed to attend court at the Heavenly Hall."

“Who said it wasn’t true? I still remember thirteen years ago when the national treasury was empty, and 300,000 iron cavalrymen led by Wokuotai were encamped outside the city. Wokuotai's envoy stood on the golden throne, showing off his might. The seven-year-old Third Prince, however, remained unfazed by their swords and threats. He calmly refuted the arrogant envoy with his knowledge of history and classics. This kind of courage is still admirable today.”

"What's this? Two years ago, the Third Young Master took part in the imperial examinations without making a sound and came back as the top scholar. That's when people were truly astonished."

"Being both scholarly and martial is enough, but the Third Young Master is also born with an icy beauty, as radiant as the rising sun. Truly, he is a unique individual in this world…"

Such a unique person was forced to marry an unknown and insignificant man from a humble family.

A few moments of unspoken regret flowed through the banquet hall.

"This Xu Niangzi is truly blessed." someone sighed.

"What good fortune," a woman whispered with a hint of scorn, "At the imperial court's birthday banquet that day, when fireworks bloomed on the Silver Bird Terrace, with so many eunuchs present, he was the one chosen to stand beside the Third Prince. I see, it wasn't by chance."

No one disagreed with that statement.

A month ago, there was a grand celebration for the Empress' birthday. All officials of the fifth rank and their families came to the palace to pay their respects. The sky was clear that day, with stars twinkling like fireflies. The Emperor, leading all the civil and military officials and their families, gathered at the Yinzhetai Pavilion. The pavilion was brightly lit with lanterns and decorated with silver trees. Colorful fireworks cascaded down like a river of stars, leaving the spectators in awe.

A burst of fireworks bloomed above Yujiao Bridge, reflecting onto Pei Muheng's face, which was as delicate and beautiful as jade. At that moment, a moon-shaped figure gracefully danced, one breathtakingly handsome, the other radiating ethereal beauty. The sky was like ink, flowers were like snow, snowflakes falling onto their shoulders turned into frost, making the two look like immortals descending to earth.

The tipsy old emperor, looking at the two beautiful ladies in front of him, felt immense joy. With a wave of his hand, he bestowed marriage upon them.

He woke up and inquired about the Xu family's background. Upon learning that Xu Yunqi was the son of a fifth-rank official from the Ministry of Works who had been raised in the countryside and recently returned to the capital, he was left speechless. He didn't know anything about his rank or abilities; they were completely unknown to him. It was clear that this match was unsuitable. The emperor stood there dumbfounded.

I assure you, the marriage is settled.

When the intention spread throughout the capital city, who wouldn't say that Xu Yunqi had a good mind.

Xu Yunqi did indeed step onto the jade bridge first, but it wasn't for Pei Muheng.

A drizzle, like smoke, carried the moist scent of osmanthus, shrouding the room. The autumn chill came suddenly, making Xu Yunqi's nosetip turn red from the cold. He sat alone on the huge bridal bed, waiting until his limbs went numb and his eyes welled up with tears. After a moment of silence, he gently lifted the wedding veil and placed it aside.

The goal is red swaying, a lavish room.

Before Xu Yunqi could take a closer look, she heard the sobs of her maidservant Yinxin.

“When I went to the tea room for water, I overheard that maid gossiping. Apparently, the Princess has taken a fancy to the eldest daughter of Old Master Xun from next door. She was planning to go to the Xun Residence and make a match after Empress Dowager's birthday banquet, to bring the beautiful Miss Xun Er back as a wife for Third Young Master. Now that His Majesty has bestowed this marriage, the Princess’s plans have fallen through.”

The ginkgo tree stood erect before the collapsed structure, its eyes fixed on Xu Yunqi. Its entire being radiated anxiety. "Miss Xun and the Third Master are childhood sweethearts, their bond must be deep. Look, it's almost midnight, and the Third Master hasn't returned yet. Could it be that he doesn't want to go home?"

Xu Yunqi was not yet accustomed to Fang Canran's brightness, her vision was a little blurred. She glanced at him, turned her gaze, and saw tears welling up in Yin Xing's eyes, so she comforted him,

"No, Your Majesty has given the order for a marriage. He will surely appear. Besides, even if he doesn't come, it won't matter."

The tone always remains calm and serene.

Y Ging looked at Xu Yunqi, a pitiful figure on the wedding bed, and then glanced at the deserted bridal chamber. A surge of sadness welled up in her heart.

Since today I left the Prince's Mansion, I heard that Queen Xi was ill. The wedding banquet in the mansion was held by Madam Xie, the head of the household. The whole banquet was solemn and lacked joy. Common relatives, family members, and neighbors would usually come to celebrate the wedding. Even if they were not wealthy, there would at least be unmarried nieces accompanying the bride.

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