Chapter 280: Wedding Night, Overflowing with Happiness

A-Rui suddenly pulled out a hidden small knife and lunged at Jiang Jiang Mingyu; everyone was stunned by her action.

Just as the blade was about to pierce Jiang Jiang Mingyu's heart, a figure suddenly blocked in front of him—it was Liu Liu Yifei!

"Stop!" Liu Liu Yifei shouted, grabbing A-Rui's knife-wielding wrist.

Their strength was vastly unequal; Liu Liu Yifei quickly subdued A-Rui and knocked her to the ground. The attendants hurried forward and tied A-Rui up again.

"You madwoman, trying to harm my young master again!" Liu Liu Yifei cried out in agitation; when A-Rui suddenly attacked just now, her heart nearly jumped out of her throat.

Jiang Jiang Mingyu was also covered in cold sweat; he gently patted Liu Liu Yifei's shoulder and said gratefully, "Liu Yifei, thanks to you, otherwise my life would have ended right here."

Seeing the gratitude on Jiang Jiang Mingyu's face, Liu Liu Yifei felt a mix of five flavors in her heart. She understood that there was indeed a past between Jiang Jiang Mingyu and A-Rui, but at this very moment, she only wanted to protect Jiang Jiang Mingyu's safety.

A-Rui, knocked to the ground and in a wretched state, saw Liu Liu Yifei shielding Jiang Jiang Mingyu; a cold glint flashed in her eyes: "Hmph, this stinking wench is the new Empress you found, right? Jiang Jiang Mingyu, you are indeed still that faithless man driven by lust!"

"Silence!" Jiang Jiang Mingyu roared, "Do not slander Liu Yifei!"

Liu Liu Yifei gently tugged Jiang Jiang Mingyu's sleeve, signaling him not to be angry. Looking at the wretched A-Rui on the ground, she spoke calmly: "Let the grievances between you and me pass. If we cannot let go due to pride, we will only reap the bitter fruits ourselves."

A-Rui glared fiercely at Liu Liu Yifei once and said no more.

Jiang Jiang Mingyu also calmed down; looking at A-Rui, he said earnestly, "A-Rui, in this life, I have wronged you in some ways. But turning blades against each other cannot solve problems; it will only leave us with eternal regrets. I now give you a chance: lay down the hatred, regain your freedom, and let us be even from here on. Let us each find our own joy; is that agreeable?"

A-Rui's face changed for a long time; finally, she gritted her teeth and said, "Jiang Jiang Mingyu, my entire life has been defeated by you! To make me willingly let go is absolutely impossible!"

With that, she flipped over, rushed out the door, and quickly disappeared into the darkness. The crowd chased a few steps but found no trace left.

Jiang Jiang Mingyu's heart sank; he shook his head: "Let her go. I only hope she does not walk the wrong path again; take care of herself."

Liu Liu Yifei gently held Jiang Jiang Mingyu's hand, looked into his eyes, and said softly, "Everything will pass. There is still a long road ahead of us."

Jiang Jiang Mingyu looked at A-Rui's departing back and sighed lightly: "She is pitiful; falling into today's situation is partly my fault. But her public assassination attempt has already violated Chaojiang's laws and regulations. As the monarch, I cannot let it go unchecked. Fortunately, you blocked in front of me, avoiding the unforeseen; otherwise, the consequences would have been unimaginable."

Liu Liu Yifei smiled slightly, holding Jiang Jiang Mingyu's hand: "It is already past; no need to mention it again. There is still a long road ahead of us, isn't there?"

Jiang Jiang Mingyu steadied his mind and nodded: "Exactly. We are on the same boat; creating a new future together is the most important. Liu Yifei, thank you for always staying by my side and advancing hand in hand with me."

The two exchanged a smile; Jiang Jiang Mingyu suggested, "Today was meant to be our joyous day; let us not mention those unhappy matters anymore. Come, let us find a place to have a drink and celebrate our union."

Liu Liu Yifei shyly nodded and went with Jiang Jiang Mingyu to the pavilion in the rear garden, where fine wine and delicacies were already prepared. Jiang Jiang Mingyu poured a cup of wine for Liu Liu Yifei, then raised his own cup toward her: "Come, cheers!"

The two clinked glasses and drank; Jiang Jiang Mingyu said emotionally, "That day at Shangmu, you once said that if I succeeded in Zao Fan Cheng Gong, I would be the founding monarch. I never expected that today we would truly overthrow Great Feng and establish our own nation. I could have today only because of your indispensable contribution. Come, this cup is for you."

A flush of red rose on Liu Liu Yifei's face; she also raised her cup high: "To advance hand in hand with my husband is my honor. Founding a nation requires our joint efforts; this cup, I also toast to you!"

The two opened up, drinking and chatting happily, recounting various amusing and trivial stories from their time at Shangmu. As the night grew deeper, Jiang Jiang Mingyu looked at Liu Liu Yifei, whose beauty was unparalleled under the lamplight, and could not help but exclaim, "Liu Yifei, you are truly beautiful tonight."

A blush spread across Liu Liu Yifei's face; she looked at Jiang Jiang Mingyu with deep affection. Jiang Jiang Mingyu gazed into her eyes, slowly stepped forward, and planted a deep, loving kiss on her lips.

Liu Liu Yifei gently closed her eyes and leaned into Jiang Jiang Mingyu's embrace. In this moment, the moonlight was serene, the floral scent was intoxicating, the wine and delicacies were exquisite, and the couple was deeply in love. An immense sense of satisfaction and happiness rose in Jiang Jiang Mingyu's heart.

He carried Liu Liu Yifei slowly to the magnificent bridal chamber and gently laid her on the fragrant, overflowing bed. Jiang Jiang Mingyu tenderly removed the pearl hairpins and ceremonial robes from Liu Liu Yifei's head. Two magnificent bodies finally merged into one in this spring night.

In the quiet of the deep night, Jiang Jiang Mingyu held his sweat-drenched beloved wife in his arms, his heart filled with longing and hope for the future. Tonight, they completed the sacred wedding and formally entered married life. From now on, they will join hands to build this brand-new nation and forge a series of legendary stories.

Jiang Jiang Mingyu gently kissed Liu Liu Yifei's forehead; his beloved wife had already fallen into a deep sleep. He quietly gazed at her peaceful sleeping face, his eyes full of tenderness. With his beloved wife by his side through joys and sorrows in this life, why should he fear the hardships of the future? The joy of the wedding still lingered in his heart as Jiang Jiang Mingyu also fell deeply into a sweet dream.

Outside, the bright full moon hung high in the night sky, casting a silver glow of blessing upon the newlyweds. After enduring many twists and turns, they finally became a couple, walking hand in hand on a brand-new life journey. On this long road, having you is the most moving.