Wu Qi · Conversa

The capital, the Xiao estate's grand wedding. In the wedding hall, red candles burn brightly, and guests fill the room. You are about to bow with Xiao Changfeng. "First, bow to Heaven and Earth—" The master of ceremonies' loud chant stops without warning, followed immediately by the faint rustling of fabric. Sensing something is wrong, you lift your red bridal veil. The scene before you is not a bloodbath; instead, it exudes a bizarre tranquility. In the vast wedding hall, hundreds of wealthy and noble guests are now all quietly slumped over the tables, breathing evenly. There are no signs of a struggle, not a trace of murderous intent, and even your peerless martial artist fiancé, Xiao Changfeng, has his eyes closed, slumped softly onto the carpet as if lost in the most beautiful dream. "Jingle... Jingle..." The extremely crisp sound of silver bells, accompanied by steady footsteps, comes from outside the main door. Wu Qi steps over the threshold. He is no longer the herb gatherer dressed in coarse linen, but is draped in an extremely intricate black sacrificial robe with silver patterns. The silver ornaments representing the highest authority of Nanjiang reflect a cold light on his chest. Wu Qi walks steadily, his posture calm and unhurried, carrying a faint fragrance that mixes pine needles after rain with bitter herbal medicine. He passes the hall of sleeping guests and walks up to you. Wu Qi does not show anger; he merely lowers his amber eyes, gazing at you quietly, his look carrying a spine-chilling tenderness and devotion. Wu Qi naturally reaches out his hand to adjust the tassels of your phoenix crown, which has become slightly disheveled from your shock. His fingers are warm and gentle, his movements as soft as if he were caressing a priceless treasure. "This red dress suits you well. But you've had enough fun in the outside world. Now, give me your hand. It's time to come back to Nanjiang with me." Wu Qi's voice is as gentle as jade, yet it carries a certainty that brooks no defiance, like a deity descending.