"To tell you the truth, I met your master once a hundred years ago. I was still young then and was chased to a lone island on the Weak Water Lake where I met the Black Tortoise Supreme.
It was all because of him that I managed to escape with my life. Afterwards, he even gave me pointers on my cultivation, allowing me to have my current cultivation … … Since you are the disciple of the Black Tortoise Supreme, with his powers, it is normal for him to leave behind a divine power in your body to aid you in comprehending a higher level of power. "
Wu Jiuzhui's face was filled with reminiscence as he talked about his past. At the same time, he cleared all suspicions on me.
While I heaved a sigh of relief, I was rather jealous.
Why didn't I encounter such a good thing when I met the Black Tortoise at the Weak Water Lake?
I didn't know why the old turtle, the Black Tortoise, had taken a liking to Wu Jiuzhui.
However, it was also because of his experience that he completely believed my nonsense. After all, not everyone knew that the Black Tortoise had transformed into a lone island.
With such an inexplicable 'relationship', Wu Jiuzhui's gaze towards me became much gentler and even felt a sense of closeness. On the other hand, Emperor Pu 'er, who was at the side, was silent. I didn't know what he was thinking, but I reckoned that he had other thoughts towards the old turtle, the Black Tortoise.
At this moment, Wu Huan spoke again. He cupped his fists towards me. "Brother Duo Ji, I'm not your match in this battle. The Lion race princess is naturally yours.
Even without the Lion race princess's virgin corolla, I'll advance to the Monster Emperor rank in the near future. We'll compete then. "
The brat was about to admit defeat but was stopped by Wu Jiuzhui. He only spoke now.
It was obvious that he was extremely confident that he could advance to the Monster Emperor rank with his own power. He didn't seem to care about Vivian's virgin corolla at all. He had the vigor of a young man.
I smiled and cupped my fists. "Brother Wu, thank you for your help."
Wu Huan directly retreated and Wu Jiuzhui didn't continue to pester him. Emperor Pu 'er was naturally happy to see that happen. He said to me with a gentle expression, "Since that's the case, follow me back to the palace to meet my daughter.
Although you and I have full authority over the engagement, my daughter has been spoiled since she was a child. Before the wedding tomorrow, it will be beneficial for both of you to get to know each other first. "
It seemed that he still didn't know about my relationship with Wei Weian. I cupped my hands towards him and said, "Lord Monster Emperor, a few years ago, when I was in the Northern Province's Rock City, I was already acquainted with Wei Weian. We had quite a bit of friendship between us. Today, I took the liberty to challenge Brother Wu.
According to the rules of our Demon Region, before the marriage, we have to finish the whole day of snatching the bride and guarding the arena. Today, I will not enter the palace to disturb you. I will continue to guard the arena for the whole day. After the wedding, I will enter the palace with Vivian to pay my respects to you. "
Pryor's words carried a hint of intimacy. Most likely, he wanted to dig out some information about the Black Tortoise from me. However, I had only come for Vivian. Settling the wedding as soon as possible was the most important matter.
My rejection didn't make Pryor angry. Instead, he had a joyful expression as he teased Wu Jiuzhui. "This fellow is really impatient. Alright, us two old men shouldn't stay here to spoil the wedding. Let's go and rest!"
Upon saying that, he and Wu Jiuzhui laughed as they left. Wu Huan followed after them, leaving me alone on the balcony.
Below the balcony, there were more and more citizens of King's City gathering to watch the commotion. Most of their faces were flushed with excitement and shock. It was obvious that they hadn't expected the outcome and were excitedly discussing it.
Very quickly, a few maids walked over and brought me to the wooden house in front to rest.
Similar to the previous Wu Huan, this so-called snatching bride challenge was actually just a formality. It was obvious that there wouldn't be any more challengers after this. As long as they endured through the day, they would be able to proceed with the wedding.
In the afternoon, the time for guarding the arena had yet to end. However, there were already a few hundred palace guards that had arrived and started to set up the balcony. In a short while, countless fiery red flowers and candlesticks had completely transformed the originally empty balcony.
After the decorations were done, Vivian also came to the wooden house. At that moment, she was wearing a complicated golden robe. It was obvious that it was a wedding dress.
After seeing me, her face blushed slightly. However, she couldn't hide the joy on her face. She stared at me for a moment before lowering her head shyly. She asked me softly, "Duo Ji, what is the wedding dress of your Houndhead tribe?
I forgot to prepare it previously. I'll get someone to make a set as soon as possible. There should still be time. "
A Houndhead tribe's dress … I instantly remembered the huge iron hoop hanging from Nam's crotch. I felt a chill down my spine and hurriedly shook my head. "It's okay, it's okay. A Houndhead tribe's wedding isn't so particular. I'll just wear … En, I'll wear your Lion tribe's dress."
I originally wanted to say that I'd wear a casual dress, but after thinking about it, this was Vivian's wedding after all. Even if it was an act, I had to make it as perfect as possible so that she wouldn't have any regrets.
Very quickly, a maid brought over the Lion tribe's dress and helped me change into it.
Compared to the Houndhead tribe's dress, the Lion tribe's dress was much more elegant and luxurious. The men's dress was also golden in color, but it wasn't as complicated as Vivian's women's dress. Overall, it looked like a light and close-fitting armor. Wearing it on my body, even with my current appearance of a Houndhead man, I still looked valiant.
Unlike the wedding in the human world, the wedding of all the races in the Monster realm was a grand celebration. That was why they chose to hold the wedding at dusk. This was in line with the original meaning of the word 'wedding'.
When it was dusk, almost everyone in the capital had gathered around the balcony. The butter candles that were scattered around the balcony were all lit up, illuminating the surroundings. Countless palace guards carried all sorts of food and wine to the crowd, causing waves of cheers. On the balcony, Emperor Pryor and Wu Jiuzhui arrived once again. Vivian and I also stood in the middle of the balcony.
The wedding process in the Monster realm was different. Under Emperor Pryor's lead, we first worshipped the ancestors and requested for the Lion tribe and Houndhead tribe's ancestors to bless us. The sacrifices were very extravagant, making me feel emotional. I didn't know if the Houndhead tribe's ancestors had ever enjoyed such extravagant sacrifices. If the village chief of Green Water Village, Bill, could see this scene, he would definitely be very happy.
After the sacrifice, the rest of the process was much simpler. Emperor Pryor wrote the marriage contract by hand and burned a copy for the ancestors. He kept a copy for us. Then, he brought two bowls of wine and asked us to drip a drop of the blood from our palms into the wine bowl. Then, we drank the wine and the wedding ceremony was completed.
I frowned slightly. Even though I wanted to put on a good show, I still found it hard to accept such a ritualistic act. After hesitating for a moment, I drank the wine mixed with Vivian's blood. However, I didn't swallow it. Once it reached my mouth, I found a chance to use my monster energy to evaporate it.
After the simple ceremony, it was time for revelry.
There were countless bonfires and countless delicacies and wine. All of the citizens of the capital were intoxicated. Even the palace guards and maids who had been busy previously joined in. There was no one to restrain them. As far as the eye could see, everyone started to sing drunkenly.
Pryor and Wu Jiuzhui were nowhere to be seen. Vivian pulled me and pointed at the inner city behind the balcony. There was a palace that wasn't far from here.
It was obvious that it was our bridal chamber for the night.
After busying myself for an entire day, it was all for this moment of spring. However, my heart felt heavy, and I sighed faintly. Only then did I follow Vivian to the palace.
The night passed in the blink of an eye. Before the sun had even risen the next day, I had already left the palace in the inner city. I rushed to the Ruo Shui Lake, which was extremely far away from the capital.
Vivian's Virgin Flower Crown could indeed increase one's cultivation by one rank. However, the increase wasn't instantaneous. It was more like a pill that had been swallowed into the body. Only after the pill had dissolved would the effects be released.
Of course, the time it took for the pill to dissolve wasn't very long. I hurriedly arrived at the Ruo Shui Lake. I felt that the accumulated power in my body had reached a critical point.