Ch 310: Happiness

This final betrothal gift truly exceeded everyone’s expectations, causing their shocked pupils to tremble slightly—who in their right mind would use a Candle Dragon as a betrothal gift! That’s something that could be passed down as a family heirloom!

However, upon further reflection, it made sense, after all, after the Candle Dragon died, Huo Yunjing conveniently recovered its corpse.

Village Chief Liu took a deep breath, “Alright, we agree to this marriage.”

The several Elders looked at each other, although they were still somewhat unwilling to let Weng Yun go free, the thought of the various materials on the Candle Dragon made them unable to say any words of refusal. With this batch of materials, they could refine many powerful magical artifacts and elixirs, greatly increasing the top-tier combat power of the Mystical Arts Association.

This is a good thing that benefits everyone. Compared to Weng Yun, the importance of each is clear at a glance.

The entire betrothal process went smoothly. Both sides were relatively satisfied with the result, but the Elders were slightly stifled, feeling manipulated. Therefore, after the matter was settled, several Elders left on the pretext of having prior engagements, leaving only the President to discuss and confirm the final date with them.

As soon as the outsiders left, Village Chief Liu took off his President facade as well.

“It really has to be you, mastering the initiative with just a few words, leading them by the nose.” Village Chief Liu said with admiration, “When will I ever learn to speak like that?”

Gu Qingyin glanced at him sideways, “The way you say that doesn’t sound like a compliment.”

“How is it not a compliment? It’s absolutely heartfelt praise!” Village Chief Liu laughed, “I already calculated the date yesterday. There’s a good day the month after next. If you think that’s too rushed, there’s another good day four months from now.”

Gu Qingyin pondered for two seconds, “Isn’t there anything sooner? A suitable day for getting a marriage certificate.”

Village Chief Liu thought they were planning to get the certificate first and then pick a good day for the wedding, so he said without any hesitation, “Five days from now.”

Huo Xingchen’s eyes lit up, “That’s the one! That date is the best!”

Gu Qingyin also nodded, “Tell Weng Yun to come back and get her documents these next few days.”

Huo Xingchen took out his phone and sent a message to Weng Yun. He didn’t dare to call, afraid of delaying Weng Yun’s ghost hunting.

“Where do you plan to hold the wedding?” Village Chief Liu asked casually, “Feel free to say if there’s anything I can help with.”

“No need, we’re not having a wedding.” Huo Xingchen also replied casually.

“Not having a wedding?” Village Chief Liu’s expression suddenly turned serious, his eyes full of disapproval, “Although Weng Yun is just an orphan adopted by the association, a wedding is every girl’s most beautiful and romantic fantasy, why not have one?”

Oh ho, the nice guy is about to lose his temper. Gu Qingyin pulled her husband and eldest son back a step, preparing to watch the show.

Huo Xingchen looked up and saw Village Chief Liu looking like he wanted to hit someone, so he quickly said, “No, we already discussed it…”

“Who discussed it with you! Did you ask for Weng Yun’s opinion? If that’s your attitude, no matter what your betrothal gifts are, I won’t agree to marry Weng Yun to you!” Village Chief Liu’s voice rose several degrees.

Huo Xingchen felt extremely wronged, “I already discussed it with Weng Yun, I completely respect her opinion!”

Village Chief Liu was furious and stood up abruptly, “You still dare to quibble!” He was so angry that his beard was standing on end, and he simply drew his long sword, “Today, I must teach you a good lesson!”

Huo Xingchen was terrified and turned to run, “President Liu! Uncle Liu! Calm down! I really discussed it with Weng Yun!”

Village Chief Liu was in a fit of anger, and everything Huo Xingchen said sounded like a lie and an excuse, adding fuel to the fire, making him even angrier, and he wished he could chop the man into pieces with his sword.

The old and the young chased each other in circles, but he couldn’t catch up no matter what. He also caught a glimpse of Gu Qingyin pulling Huo Yunjing, leisurely watching the show, and Village Chief Liu immediately felt a surge of new and old grudges, roared, and his speed increased by a large margin.

Huo Xingchen was shocked and turned to hide behind his parents.

Village Chief Liu couldn’t stop in time, and when he swung his sword down, Huo Yunjing grabbed his wrist, “That’s enough.”

Village Chief Liu struggled hard, but couldn’t break free, his face suddenly flushed red, with a hint of embarrassment turning to anger.

Gu Qingyin patted Huo Yunjing, telling him to let go.

Huo Yunjing obediently let go, and spread his hands innocently, “He wanted to chop my son first.”

Gu Qingyin rolled her eyes at him, “Try to understand, after all, he’s marrying off his daughter.”

Huo Yunjing snorted, what does he mean marrying off his daughter, she’s not his biological daughter, nor did he raise her.

Village Chief Liu resentfully sheathed his sword, turning his face to the side in anger, acting like he was angry and needed to be coaxed.

Having known him for so many years, Gu Qingyin rarely saw him like this. While finding it amusing, she also had the rare patience to coax him.

“Before the betrothal, we met with Weng Yun once. She wants to have a travel wedding and doesn’t want to have a wedding. We completely respect her opinion.” Gu Qingyin said, “After all, the wedding is their business, as long as they like it, our opinions aren’t that important, don’t you think?”

Village Chief Liu was dubious, “Really?”

“Why would I lie to you about this!” Gu Qingyin looked like she was saying, “Are you kidding me? You don’t even trust me?”

Village Chief Liu coughed lightly, “Of course I trust you.”

Huo Yunjing chuckled, and Gu Qingyin unceremoniously gave him an elbow.

Village Chief Liu felt relieved, his mood calmed down a lot, and then said, “Even if you don’t have a wedding, you have to announce it, you can’t just let it pass by silently.”

Gu Qingyin agreed, “That’s natural. Xingchen’s marriage is a big deal. After the two children get their marriage certificate, we’ll notify the media to report it.”

Village Chief Liu was barely satisfied, and after chatting about other things for a while, he politely planned to send them off.

Gu Qingyin stood still, “Your child is getting married, as an uncle, you’re not going to give a little something? That wouldn’t be right.”

Village Chief Liu: ?????

Having come out of the Association, Huo Xingchen was all smiles, not only had he solved his lifelong affair, but he had also obtained a good magical artifact, today was simply his lucky day!

On the way back, Weng Yun replied to his message, saying that she would return to the Association after finishing her commission to prepare the corresponding dowry.

Huo Xingchen thought of the long and dense betrothal gifts prepared by his brother and the ancient ferocious beast materials prepared by his mom, and quickly sent a message to his soon-to-be wife.

Huo Xingchen: You don’t need to prepare so much, I’m already very happy that you agreed to marry me. Just come over, the dowry doesn’t matter.

Weng Yun knew his family background and also knew how much he valued her, so she could naturally guess that the betrothal gifts prepared by the Huo family wouldn’t be few. She didn’t have a mind to compare, nor was there a need.

Weng Yun responded calmly: I will prepare the best I can within my ability. I’m looking forward to being with you and building our home together.

Huo Xingchen felt warm in his heart and couldn’t help but show off to his brother, “You say, how can my luck be so good? Brother, you should hurry up and find a partner too, the feeling of being in love is really very happy!”

Huo Xingye: Heh.

（End of Chapter）