Chapter 467 The Grand Finale (Wedding Day)

Three days later, the entire Nine Heavens was enveloped in a festive atmosphere, and everyone wore joyous smiles.

"Congratulations! Congratulations!"

"Venerable Long Yu, congratulations!"

Guests arrived in an endless stream, offering their well wishes, and the gifts piled up like a small mountain.

Within the Ghost Clan, a sea of red stretched as far as the eye could see. The souls busied themselves back and forth, hanging lanterns and banners, a truly magnificent sight.

Ten miles of bridal procession, the entire city's blossoms lost their color.

Bai Ran, adorned in a wedding dress as beautiful as the red clouds of the horizon, was draped in an extremely delicate crimson fish-scale gauze, bejeweled with rice-sized gems.

As she walked, her skirt gently swayed with the wind, breathtakingly beautiful.

"Lift the sedan—!"

The sound of music erupted around them. Carriages lined the street from end to end. The road was carpeted with vibrant red petals, and even the trees were adorned with red silk, symbolizing auspicious occasions.

A blazing, magnificent body danced in the air, accompanied by high-pitched cries from the procession, as if offering their most sincere blessings to this grand wedding.

"Look! It's Zhu Que, one of the ancient divine beasts!"

"And Qing Long too!"

The azure coiled dragon followed closely, circling high in the sky with resonant roars that shook the heart.

"The Demon Clan! Those behind the sedan are from the Demon Clan!"

Following the sedan was an exceptionally large entourage. Lin Ze led tens of thousands of demons, while the elders guided a majestic host of souls.

"Be happy—!" Jiang Ye, Jing Feng, and a few others stood by the roadside, shouting loudly.

Xuan Qinghong was also there, his eyes fixed on the sedan, shimmering with unshed tears.

The curtain of the sedan was lifted, and a delicate hand emerged, waving with graceful abandon.

The wedding, spanning two major factions, traveled from the Ghost Clan to the Demon Realm.

At the end of the road stood Long Jinhan, clad in wedding attire. Dressed in a crimson robe, he gazed at the approaching sedan, a gentle smile gracing his lips.

"My lady," he extended his hand, steadily catching the one reaching out from within the sedan.

They walked side by side. Though her veiled face remained unseen, her very bearing was enough to captivate kingdoms and enchant cities, a perfect match for the man.

In the main hall, Huan Yan and Mo Huai'an watched, their eyes red-rimmed, perhaps with emotion, perhaps with reluctance.

"First bow to heaven and earth—!"

The two bowed slightly, offering a bow to the heavens and the earth.

"Second bow to the elders—!"

Bai Ran and Long Hanjin turned, facing Mo Huai'an and Huan Yan, and slowly bent their bodies, lowering their heads.

Then, they turned and bowed to the smiling Long Yu.

"Husband and wife bow to each other—!"

Turning, they faced each other.

"Long Jinhan, if you ever betray me..."

"Never."

Bai Ran curved her lips upwards and bowed. Long Jinhan raised his hand to her forehead, but bowed even deeper than she did.

"The ceremony is complete— escort them to the bridal chamber—!"

Long Jinhan's lips curved into a slight smile. He swept his beloved into his arms and strode step by step towards the chamber.

"From today onwards, you are my wife, and you are the mistress of this Demon Realm."

Bai Ran hooked her arms around his neck, her face beaming. "I don't want this Demon Realm; I only want you."

"I hope you say the same tonight."

The man laughed unrestrainedly, and Bai Ran's face flushed crimson. "You're such a tease..."

"Your Highness! I toast you with this wine!" Jing Feng, seeing his lord emerge from the chamber, raised his goblet.

Dongfang Wuji chuckled from behind. Today was a rare opportunity, and he was determined to get his lord drunk.

Long Jinhan chuckled lightly, not revealing their intentions, and downed the wine in his hand.

Glass after glass, no matter how many people poured, Long Jinhan remained unfazed, emptying each cup.

"No way, I'm already dizzy, and Your Highness isn't even tipsy yet?" Tang Yi mumbled quietly.

Turning, Jing Feng and the others were also swaying unsteadily, their steps faltering.

Beside them, Long Yu gave Tang Yi a look and approached Long Jinhan. "Come, come, young man, I'll toast you."

Just as Tang Yi felt a glimmer of hope, Long Yu stumbled back after just two cups.

"Venerable Long Yu...?"

"No, no, don't call me, I... I need to go throw up."

Tang Yi watched his retreating figure with a look of exasperation.

"Come! Who's afraid of whom! Watch me get you drunk, you brat!" an extremely arrogant voice boomed.

Tang Yi turned to see Xiao Zi holding an entire jar of wine, his expression fierce.

"Come on! Drink! If I don't get you drunk today, I'm not a fox spirit!"

Long Jinhan lowered his gaze to the jar in his arms and picked up a similar one. "Please."

Xiao Zi drank ferociously, but after half the jar, he could barely speak.

He slapped Long Jinhan's shoulder forcefully, his face flushed red. "Hey... let me tell you..."

"Be good... be good to her... you hear me..."

"If anything happens, I... I'll really beat you up..."

Long Jinhan sighed helplessly, pulling Xiao Zi's hand off his shoulder. "You don't need to tell me."

"Child." He looked up to see Huan Yan approaching with wine, smiling. "I wish you happiness."

"Thank you," Long Jinhan smiled lightly, swallowing the wine in his goblet.

After this boisterous affair, it was already past midnight when Long Jinhan returned to the chamber.

"Drank a lot of wine?" Bai Ran stood up, intending to fetch him some sobering soup.

But as soon as she reached out, Long Jinhan, who had appeared behind her at some point, grasped her extended arm.

"My lady..."

His voice was a little hoarse. He slowly drew Bai Ran into his embrace.

Their breaths mingled, and Bai Ran felt a tickle in her ear, like a feather caressing her heart.

"If you are unwilling, I can wait..."

Bai Ran froze and turned to look at the person behind her. After a moment, she chuckled.

"Today is our wedding day. What do you think, am I willing?"

Perhaps it was the wine that caused Long Jinhan's breathing to deepen slightly and his face to flush.

He leaned down, satisfied, resting his head on Bai Ran's shoulder, a faint smile playing on his lips.

The next moment, Bai Ran's feet left the ground, and she was gently placed on the bed.

She gazed at the man leaning over her, her heart pounding. The places where their skin touched felt as hot as fire.

"I love you."

Bai Ran nodded and reached up to circle the man's neck. "Long Jinhan, I love you too."

A burning kiss descended, defenses crumbled, and teeth were pried apart. Soft tongues traced territories in their mouths.

The man's strong arms moved downwards, clothes scattering on the floor.

Gradually, the fiery kisses moved to her cheeks, her neck, her shoulders, and continued to spread downwards...

A night of passion, a night of light, a night of enchantment.

(End of Book)

Thank you to all the dear readers who accompanied me on this journey and enjoyed this book. The main story concludes here.

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(There are still epilogues!)