Phoenix's Requiem - Chapter 461– Yun Moxiao's Wedding
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Chapter 461– Yun Moxiao's Wedding

Im afraid I wont last till that dayI expect Ill live for another year at the most. The demonic dragon forefather sighed, then turned toward Yun Ruoyan. If you refuse to take on the position of clan head, I really dont know who else would be able to shoulder such a responsibility. Once the demonic dragons are revived, they wont be able to remain on the Chenyuan continent for extended periods of time, and they must return to the Jiyuan continent in force. However, none among the silver dragon clan are easy to deal with. After I pass, if the demonic dragon clan is to remain without a leader, their fates might be worse than death. So call me selfish if you want, but I wont bring you to the Jiyuan continent unless you agree to be the next leader of the demonic dragons.

You Yun Ruoyan hated being threatened, but she didnt have any other means of getting to the Jiyuan continent.

Lass, theres no point in staring at me. My mind is set. The demonic dragon forefather crossed his arms. And let me remind you of one thing: your mother doesnt have much time left.

Yun Ruoyan was so upset that she didnt sleep for the entire night. The next day, when she accompanied Yun Moxiao to the Lin family, she still looked lifeless and haggard. Luckily, her familys attention was all on Yun Moxiao and Li Luo, whom he was about to marry, and not on Yun Ruoyan herself.

Surprisingly, Yun Lan hadnt much objected to Yun Moxiaos marriage. Although he wasnt too satisfied by Li Luos status, the emperor himself had permitted the marriage, and he had no choice but to accept. However, the Lin family was very pleased with Li Luo. Lin Qingchen had already known of Li Luos existence, but this was the first time she was seeing her for herself. As expected, she had a graceful, natural beauty, and seemed very well suited for Yun Moxiao.

This was the first time Lin Qingxue had seen Li Luo, and she tugged on her hand and kept trying to chat with her. Sister Li Luo, I heard youre also a beastkin, she suddenly exclaimed.

Li Luo hadnt expected such a question from her, and she stilled for a moment. Although within the Li kingdom the beastkin were treated no differently from regular humans, their former enslavement had led to a pall of inferiority that had yet to dissipate. Although Li Luo had never been embarrassed about who she was, she couldnt help but hesitate at Lin Qingxues sudden, direct question.

Sister Li Luo, please ignore my sister, Lin Qingchen quickly jumped in.

Li Luo smiled. She looked at Lin Qingxue, who was staring at her with wide, innocent eyes, with no trace of malice on her face. Its alright. Qingxues innocent and cute, and I like her personality.

However, Lin Qingchen sighed. It would be a compliment if she were still underage, but now that shes an adult and still considered innocent and cute

Lin Qingchen and Lin Qingxue had both celebrated their fifteenth birthdays on the Mingyuan continent. Their celebrations had occurred almost immediately after close brushes with death, and everyone, including themselves, had forgotten about the occasion. When they finally remembered that their birthdays were past, it was already too late for any celebration.

Sister Li Luo, I didnt mean anything by my question, Lin Qingxue emphasized. I had two very good friends in the past who were also beastkin, so when I learned that you were one too, I was very happy. You seem like a very amiable person, she praised.

You have beastkin friends?

Lin Qingxue nodded. A pair of siblings who stayed at the Lin manor for a time, but theyre both gone now.

No one knew where Zhuo Yifeng was. On the other hand, Zhuo Liner had allegedly found her birth father, who had taken her from the Lin manor. This had happened while the Lin sisters were still on the Mingyuan continent, and Lin Qingxue had been rather upset by the fact that Zhuo Liner hadnt contacted them after her departure.

Is that so? Li Luo tugged on Lin Qingxues hand. If theres an opportunity in the future, Id like to meet these two friends of yours.

Alright! When they get back, Ill definitely introduce them to you. Lin Qingxue perked up. Sister Li Luo, let me show you around the Lin manor.

Right, Sister Li Luo! Once you marry Brother Moxiao, the Lin family will be like your home as well. You should familiarize yourself with your new home, Lin Qingchen added.

Alright. Li Luo agreed readily.

The Lin family was renowned for its pillmasters, and there were naturally all sorts of rare herbs and grasses being grown within the manor grounds. The Lin sisters brought Li Luo through the various gardens brimming with flora.

Meanwhile, within Lin Zainans study, Yun Ruoyan, Yun Moxiao, Li Mo, Lin Zainan, and Lin Tianming were discussing the date for the wedding. Given the imperial decree, the wedding had to occur promptly. After checking the calendar, Lin Zainan suggested three days from today as a good date, but Yun Moxiao wanted to push the wedding back.

Lin Zainan and Lin Tianming were both a little confused by his decision. Yun Moxiao and Li Luo seemed to get along extremely well, so why wouldnt Yun Moxiao want to get the wedding done with as soon as possible?

However, Yun Ruoyan knew her brothers intentions. Now that he knew that his mother was still in the Yun manor and had a chance of being revived, he naturally wanted to wait for her to awaken before having the ceremony. However, Lin Yuemeis revival had been delayed indefinitely, and they couldnt delay the wedding for much longer.

Brother, Yun Moxiao said. Ill be heading to the Jiyuan continent soon, and itll be a dangerous journey. Before I leave, Id like to see you start your own family, so will you satisfy my request?

Yun Moxiao mulled it over for a moment before finally agreeing to have the wedding in three days.

Everyone had lunch at the Lin family before they dispersed. If the wedding was to take place in three days, Yun Ruoyan would have a lot to accomplish during that time.

Lin Tianming sent them out of the manor. With Lin Zainans care, Lin Tianming was now able to walk for short distances with his cane. He had taken on the responsibility of tending to the Lin household, and, with the Lin sisters support, the Lin familys reputation was on the rise once more.

Uncle, theres something that I discussed with Ruoyan that I need to tell you. For the moment, weve decided to keep it a secret from Grandfather, Yun Moxiao told Lin Tianming.

Whats the matter? Lin Tianming hurriedly asked, noticing the serious look on his nephews face.

Uncle, dont be nervous. This is great news, Yun Ruoyan interjected. Lets speak on the carriage.

As they entered the carriage, the two siblings told Lin Tianming about Lin Yuemei.

Yuemeis still alive?! Lin Tianming was so agitated upon hearing the news that he stood up and almost hit his head against the roof of the carriage.

Be careful, Uncle! Yun Moxiao tugged on his hand before he could hit his head. Were telling the truth, of course. We wouldnt joke about our mother.

I cant believe that Yuemeis still alive Lin Tianmings voice was quavering. If Father were to learn about this, hed be thrilled beyond words. Quick, bring me to heroh, and dont forget your grandfather as well!

Uncle, Mothers still in a coma, and its difficult to arrange for such a meeting, Yun Ruoyan replied. Furthermore, we dont know when Mother will wake up, so we dont dare to inform Grandfather about this. If something were to happen, were afraid that he wouldnt be able to take the shock.

Lin Zainan had already lost his beloved daughter once, and neither Yun Ruoyan nor Yun Moxiao dared to have him suffer the same heart-wrenching pain once more. He had been young when he had learned of the news that his daughter was dead, but now that he was older, it was unlikely that he would be able to survive such an ordeal.

No, no, youre right, of course. Your grandfathers much older now, and he cant take such shocks. Its better for us to tell him when Yuemei wakes up. Lin Tianming interlaced his fingers. How can we revive Yuemei? Do we need a spiritual pill of some sort? Let me know. No matter how expensive, Ill do my best to obtain it.

The Yun manor isnt lacking in spiritual pills, and with the Slaughtering Kings manor helping out, we wont need any additional pills, Uncle, Yun Ruoyan replied. There is one key ingredient that well need to save Mother, but this is something that can only be found on the Jiyuan continent. Thats why, shortly after Brothers marriage, Ill be heading to the Jiyuan continent with Li Mo.

Uncle, dont worry. No matter what, well save Mother, Yun Moxiao affirmed resolutely.

Three days passed in the blink of an eye, and it came time for Yun Moxiao and Li Luos wedding. Given Yun Moxiaos status as the general who had just quelled the Farsighted Kings rebellion, the banquet had at least a hundred tables worth of soldiers, and another hundred for the emperor and his suite of officials. Preparations for the enormous banquet so tired Yun Ruoyan out that she didnt even have the energy to take care of Li Yan.

Luckily, Li Mo had had the foresight to book all the chefs from the main restaurants of the capital for the occasion. With almost every servant from the Slaughtering Kings manor helping out, the banquet took place without any major disruptions.

As lieutenants and commanders and officials of the court crowded around Yun Moxiao, toasting him in celebration, he drank and drank and drank so much that he really was starting to get drunk. Even his oft-used excuse of pretending to be drunk couldnt extricate him from the crowd that threatened to grow larger and larger as time passed.

When Yun Ruoyan finally had some time to rest, only to find that her brother was being surrounded by a gaggle of men and being forced to drink, while Li Mo was sitting by the side with Li Qianhan, she stomped over in a fit of fury.

She bowed to Li Qianhan, then thundered at Li Mo, Arent you going to help your brother-in-law out?

Of course, Ruoyan. That was negligent on my part. Ill go save my brother-in-law immediately, Li Mo replied glibly.

As for you! Yun Ruoyan turned to Li Qianhan. As the emperor of the Li kingdom, how can you bear to see one of your prized officials having his wedding ceremony delayed?