The wedding continued.

The host then invited the best man and maid of honor to give their speeches. Afterward, the bridesmaids and groomsmen even had a performance prepared: a love song duet.

As the music began, those in the crowd who recognized the song exchanged strange looks. The maid of honor quickly stepped forward and took the microphone.

"As night falls, a chill sets in; the blossoms fall to the ground like frost. You gaze from afar, using up all the twilight. Without a thought, it's just impossible to forget…"

"What in the world?" Luu Qi's eyes widened.

"I didn't mishear that, did I?"

Xia Liang nodded. "You heard right. That's the one."

"Damn it!" Luu Qi pursed his lips and looked at Xia Liang. "This isn't another one of your schemes, is it?"

"Of course not. This was probably Kong Man's idea." Xia Liang grabbed a few sunflower seeds and began cracking them between his teeth.

Everyone's attention was fixed on the stage, so no one noticed their quiet conversation. Of course, there was an exception. Beside them, Xi Yiqian timidly asked, "What's wrong with this song? I think it sounds quite nice."

"Hahaha."

The two men exchanged a smile, leaving Xi Yiqian even more puzzled, having no idea what they were laughing about.

A few seconds later, Luu Qi finally composed himself. "Do you know what this song is called?"

"What is it called?" Xi Yiqian blinked, her eyes full of curiosity.

"It's called 'It's Over'."

"'It's Over'?" Xi Yiqian was taken aback for a moment, but then it dawned on her. She was now worldly enough to understand the slang implication.

You had to admit, singing 'It's Over' at a wedding was certainly… creative. Xi Yiqian couldn't help but offer a word of praise.

After the song concluded, Dai Yingyue even took the initiative to comment to Zheng He. "I've heard this song before. They sang it very well. What was the name again?"

"'It's Over'," Zheng He replied indifferently.

"What? 'It's Over'?" The smile on Dai Yingyue's face froze.

Although the bridesmaids had indeed sung it flawlessly, was it really appropriate to sing a song called 'It's Over' at someone's wedding? It took Dai Yingyue a long moment to recover, finally deciding to treat it as an unintentional gaffe.

Following that, the groomsmen began a dance performance. While it wasn't perfectly synchronized, it was still entertaining to watch.

Xia Liang couldn't help but remark, "These days, you can't even get married if you don't have a talent to show off."

As he spoke, he instinctively glanced at Xi Yiqian, deciding to tease her. "Yiqian, what kind of performance do you think I should do at our wedding?"

"Huh?" Xi Yiqian was caught completely off guard by the question. "I… uh… well…"

For a moment, she was at a loss for words, her thoughts a tangled mess as her face flushed like the sunset clouds.

Xia Liang, however, continued nonchalantly, "I don't really have any special talents. How about I perform 'reverse parking' for everyone?"

"PFFT!"

Hearing this, not just Luu Qi, but everyone else at the table couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Luu Qi shot Xia Liang an annoyed glare. Just as he was about to say something, a flustered Xi Yiqian mumbled, "That… that's fine! I think it's a great idea."

This silly girl. Xia Liang smiled and shook his head.

On stage, the ceremony was finally approaching its final rituals. The male host held the microphone and asked, "Mr. Zheng He, do you take Ms. Kong Man to be your wife? From this day forward, in poverty or in wealth, in sickness or in health, to be wholeheartedly devoted and faithful to her, to protect her, and to cherish her, do you?"

Zheng He took a deep breath. "I do."

Han Yu also took up a microphone. "Ms. Kong Man, do you take Mr. Zheng He to be your husband? From this day forward, in poverty or in wealth, in sickness or in health, to be wholeheartedly devoted and faithful to him, to protect him, and to cherish him, do you?"

After speaking, Han Yu watched her with anticipation, the dramatic scenarios she had imagined still fresh in her mind. Maybe, just maybe, someone would jump up and declare their objection.

Even Xia Liang was curious about Kong Man's answer.

Under the watchful eyes of everyone present, Kong Man nodded firmly. "I do!"

"Excellent!" The male host led the applause. "The exchange of hearts and the merging of love have woven today's beautiful vows. To forever remember this day and to commemorate this moment, our newlyweds will now exchange wedding rings as a symbol of their unwavering devotion. Now, will the bridesmaid please bring forth the rings?"

As two diamond rings were brought forward, the couple began the exchange. Zheng He took a ring and slowly slid it onto Kong Man's finger.

"The wedding ring is a token of love," the host narrated. "These small, concentric circles will bind your two hearts together. I now ask the newlyweds to present their tokens of love, to step forward into each other's hearts and bestow the promise of a lifetime. These rings will lock onto the ring finger, which is said to connect directly to the heart, symbolizing that your love will be connected for all of eternity and never be parted. Alright, newlyweds, please hold your hands, now adorned with these tokens, high for all of our guests to see! Friends, let's bless them with a round of applause! Let us sincerely wish them a lifetime of holding hands and growing old together."

The ring exchange was a success, but there hasn't been an accident yet. Is she saving the best for last? Xia Liang stroked his chin, wondering.

Normally, at this point in the ceremony, the marriage certificate would be presented to the couple. However, Kong Man had adamantly refused to get one beforehand. She insisted they do it only after the banquet, so they had no choice but to skip that part.

Inside the hall, the waiters drew all the curtains shut. Although it was the middle of the day, with the lights turned off, the room became rather dim. The guests murmured, wondering what was happening next.

Han Yu announced in a resonant voice, "The sincere candlelight reflects upon these sweet, smiling faces, interweaving an undying hope. Love is not a fleeting bolt of lightning, but a blazing fire that illuminates the newlyweds' present and will light their future. Let us all share in this joy and happiness, and at the same time, receive the couple's gratitude and blessings to you all."

The male host then directed the couple to a large table set to the side. "Now, I invite the newlyweds to jointly pour the champagne into the crystal tower. Friends, this shimmering champagne tower symbolizes the couple's pure, flawless love. Each tier represents a step on the ladder of love, and today, they have climbed hand-in-hand to its highest peak. At this summit of their love, they pour this sweet wine, a symbol of life's vibrant flow and the tender union of two into one. Friends, let us offer our heartfelt wish that in their life to come, they will brave the storms together, support each other through thick and thin, and share a true love that lasts for all eternity!"

The candles were lit, and the champagne flowed.

It had to be said, seeing this scene, both Luu Qi and Xi Yiqian felt a distinct twinge of envy. They wondered when they, too, might stand on a stage like this.

At the thought, both of them subconsciously glanced over at Xia Liang.

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Xia Liang was completely baffled. He had certainly felt their gazes.

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