Chapter 3260: A Wedding Across Eras

Chapter 3260: The Trans-Epoch Wedding

Three days passed quietly. On the fourth day, before dawn broke, a string of firecrackers echoed through the air. Ye Huangdi was getting married. Today's Heng Yue was bursting with vibrant splendor, with red silk draped across the mountains and red carpets laid out everywhere. Ancient immortal melodies resounded through heaven and earth; illusory flower petals drifted down from the sky; and dazzling immortal lights wove together in a dance, with swirling clouds and lingering mist, creating a dreamlike fairyland that seemed beyond the mortal world.

The sky was filled with divine rainbows.

These were streams of figures: the various heavenly emperors, the supreme lords of the Heavenly Court, the princes of Da Chu, the kings of past eras, the descendants of emperors, the divine generals of Di Zun, the ten Yama kings of the underworld, the Three Pure Ones of the heavenly realm, the Seven Sons of Donghua, the four sword cultivators... Essentially, anyone from the heavens whose name carried weight had come. This once-fading golden age was reignited in glory, all to witness this trans-epoch wedding.

"May all lovers in the world become families."

"So many wives—I'm getting anxious for him."

"It's been over ten thousand years."

The chatter was abundant, laced with melancholy and emotion.

Only after reviewing Ye Chen's life could one truly understand how hard-won this wedding was.

That was why they had to be here, to witness it with their own eyes.

"Come in, come in."

"You know, in that groom's outfit, you actually look the part."

"Get lost."

"If you need help at night, we can lend a hand."

"Today, I'll try not to hit anyone."

At the base of Yu Nu Peak, Ye Chen stood in his groom's attire, radiating confidence and joy.

Of course he was.

Getting married—who wouldn't be thrilled?

What about the Tian Dao?

What about eternity?

Today, they could all go to hell. He was getting married.

"Come on, put it here."

For a trans-epoch wedding, no one came empty-handed.

At the foot of Yu Nu Peak, a mountain of gifts had been piled up, made from stacks of sacks. To ensure everyone knew, each sack was clearly labeled with the words "Da Chu Specialties." These were congratulatory gifts from the common people.

The people of the heavens were a tough bunch.

And Da Chu specialties had become the standard for any occasion, whether it was a full moon celebration or a wedding banquet. They were like a universal currency.

"It's a special day—let's all be proper about it."

Ren Wang spoke gravely, his words carrying the authority of an elder.

However, when he presented his gift, people realized he was still the same old Ren Wang.

If the gift wasn't enough, specialties could make up for it.

"With predecessors like this, my heart is at ease."

Ye Chen took a deep breath; today, he was truly over the moon.

"The people of this universe are quite interesting."

The dream demon had arrived too. As she passed by, she couldn't help but glance up.

So many.

It would take years to get through them all—just thinking about it made her queasy.

"Immortal, how about renting you for a day as a companion?"

Di Zun had popped up out of nowhere, hands tucked behind his back, circling her side endlessly. Everyone else was paired up, and here he was, still a lone bachelor.

"Just for one day," the dream demon replied indifferently.

Well, that perked him right up. In an instant, Di Zun fell into step beside her, walking side by side. Whenever they met someone, he stood extra straight, making it clear: this lady next to me is my wife—I just wooed her.

"If I'd known she was this easygoing, I would've rented her first."

Xuan Di took a deep breath, watching Di Zun strut around, and felt an itch to throw a punch.

"No one's stopping you—go take a piss and look in the mirror."

Gui Di shoved him. Was it easy for Di Zun to find a wife?

"This immortal looks unfamiliar—have we met?"

"Scram!"

"Got it!"

Ming Di was an ambitious emperor. Seeing Zizaitian alone, he quickly sidled over.

Their conversation was brief and straightforward.

"Your flirting skills are lacking."

Donghua Empress walked by, with Di Huang at her side. The two of them glanced at Ming Di, their looks saying it all: Drink up tonight, eat your fill, and afterward, we'll send you off to reincarnation.

"Don't mess around," Ming Di said with a dry laugh.

"Before you reincarnate, don't forget to leave the collector's edition behind."

Sheng Zun breezed past.

"Getting married—excited?"

Hong Chen Xue and Chu Ling Yu arrived, along with Hong Chen. The two women were all smiles, but Hong Chen's expression was rather wooden, only occasionally turning his head stiffly to glance around, his eyes full of confusion.

"Are you two... is he awake or still in a daze?"

Ye Huangdi's words were always pointed, straight to the core.

"Mind your own business."

Their moods had been fine until now, but the two women's eyes instantly sparked with fire.

They had prepared thoughtful gifts, but after Ye Chen's cheeky comment, they quickly swapped them for specialties—one full sack, more than enough.

"One plays the zither, two tumble in the clouds?"

Ye Chen stroked his chin, his mind wandering to that scene.

More figures arrived, all in pairs: Qian Shang Yue and Shen Xuan Feng, Di Ji and Liu Dao, Kunlun Goddess and Jian Fei Dao, Wine Sword Immortal and Yao Chi Xian Mu, Jiang Tai Xu and Phoenix, Hong Lian and Mo Yuan, Shen Zun and Qi Huan.

This group was relatively proper—they didn't bring specialties.

But Shen Zun slipped him an ancient scroll: the collector's edition.

When Hao Tian Xuan Zhen arrived, he caught everyone's eye.

Everyone else came in pairs, but he brought a whole crowd.

Who in Da Chu didn't know Hao Tian Xuan Zhen? In his youth, he was quite the character—a real go-getter, always after other people's cabbages.

Now, besides Hua Xu, he had over a dozen others by his side.

And that was probably not even all of them.

Finally, Ye Chen laid eyes on the legendary Nian Ci. In that life, before Hao Tian Xuan Zhen died, he had called out her name, thinking she was Ye Chen's mother. It was only after reincarnation that the truth came out—they'd been a big misunderstanding from start to finish.

People still teased him about it to this day.

"Even if he's not my son, he's still my son-in-law."

Hao Tian Xuan Zhen's response was bold and unapologetic, leaving everyone speechless.

"Still going strong in his old age!"

"One kind of father-in-law means one kind of son-in-law."

"Don't joke around—he's nowhere near our Ye Chen's level."

Standing with Ye Chen at the mountain base to welcome the guests were plenty of others, including Si Tu Nan, Xie Yun, Xiong Er, Huo Teng, Xiao Ling Wa, Long Yi, and Long Wu.

The arrival of the Xuan Huang people made things even livelier.

Another mountain of specialties was added, taller and more imposing than the first.

"Little serpent, Dong Shen Yao Chi is getting married!"

Xiao Yuan Huang said, referring to Long Jie as the "little serpent." Everyone in the myriad domains knew this little serpent was trouble—he'd been beaten by Ye Da Shao countless times in the previous epoch, yet he never learned his lesson.

"Ah, my youth!"

Long Jie sighed, shooting Ye Chen a sideways glance.

Ye Chen ignored him and adjusted his collar.

The gesture said it all: That's my wife—go cool off somewhere else.

"One comb to the end."

"Two combs for the bride's hair to grow white together."

"Three combs for children filling the house."

"..."

"Ten combs for the couple to grow old together."

When it came to brides, the most captivating sight was in a pavilion deep in the mountains.

After so many years, the wives of the holy body lineage were all gathered here for the first time.

Gazing at themselves in the mirror, they felt a sense of trance.

Dongfang Yu Ling, Murong Miao Xin, Tang Ru Xuan, and Qing Luan were all there, helping the bride with her hair.

How had so many fine cabbages ended up with the same pig?

That was what many fathers-in-law wondered.

Like the Shangguan family, the Jiuli clan, the Dao Huang... They all arrived with dark expressions, especially the Shangguan family—their faces were the blackest, having lost two daughters.

"With this lineup, they won't even fit at one table."

Long Wu said meaningfully. So many wives meant just as many fathers-in-law.

Ahem!

Ye Chen felt awkward and looked away.

Today was a good day; the sky was especially bright.

"Come on, put it here."

"San Pao, with a middle part, you actually look pretty good."

"No gifts, no entry."

"Don't lie—I just put down that sack of specialties. Are your eyes failing?"

"Hmm, you're being sensible."

At the mountain base, people flowed in like tides, wave after wave.

Ye Chen had been foresightful.

From the outside, Yu Nu Peak looked like a single mountain, but inside, it held vast space. Even if everyone from the myriad heavens and domains showed up—even bringing their dogs—it could all fit. Mainly, they were here to show respect, and no one came empty-handed; everything was piled up.

"Boss, want to hit the flower wine tonight?"

Ye Xing Chen arrived, along with his avatar forms, all grinning.

"No time."

Ye Chen stood with his hands behind his back.

I have wives—over a dozen of them. Go drink your own flower wine.

It's been over ten thousand years.

My little Ye Chen is practically rusted shut; he won't budge for anyone.

"You go ahead; we'll watch your wives for you."

"Don't hide it—we brought the iron bed. Not sure if it'll fit."

"Let's be straight—I like the Yao Chi type."

This group just couldn't behave; wherever they went, they stirred up trouble.

Smack! Smack! Smack!

A few slaps sorted it out.

In situations like this, certain people's three-seven hair parting turned into three-eight.

"I don't hit people easily, unless I can't help it."

Ye Chen blew on his hand; his buddies were still swaying.

"Grow old together, a hundred years of harmony."

Wu Lei arrived like a dream, handing over a dozen jade pendants—one for each bride.

"I'll send you a big gift when I have time."

Ye Chen smiled as he accepted them—or more precisely, it was a fated connection.

Tian Dao knew everything.

Finding people was a skill, and he was a professional at it.

"On a day like this, you're full of spirit."

The Chaos Body arrived on auspicious clouds, with a woman standing gracefully beside him.

This was Ye Chen's first time seeing the Chaos Body's wife.

At first glance, she looked familiar; on closer inspection, she was an acquaintance.

It was A Li.

No mistake—it was that persistent A Li, who had waited for her brother to return. She had reincarnated into the Heavenly Demon Domain as the female demon lord. During the first Heavenly Demon invasion of Da Chu, she was there, and unexpectedly, she had ended up with the Chaos Body.

Ye Chen didn't know when he entered the mountains.

Inside Yu Nu Peak, figures filled the eye—truly a case of birds of a feather flocking together. Emperors chatted with emperors, divine generals with divine generals, and the Yama kings huddled together gossiping. Wherever you went, you heard cursing and banter; it was lively chaos.

This golden age was on full display.

After all, two epochs of turmoil had finally brought peace.

"The bride has arrived."

As the master of ceremonies, Long Ye's voice was especially excited.

The noise died down.

Beautiful zither music filled Yu Nu Peak.

Under everyone's gaze, at the end of the stairs, elegant women appeared one by one, like immortals stepping out of paintings. Bathed in flower petals, they ascended step by step.

They were Chu Xuan, Chu Ling, Hong Yan, Ji Ning Shuang, Nan Ming Yu Shu, Jiu Li Mu Xue, Shangguan Yu Er, Xi Yan, Shangguan Han Yue, Liu Ru Yan, Lin Shi Hua, Bi You, Xuan Nu, Luo Xi, Hao Tian Shi Yue, Su Xin Er, Hu Xian Er, and Nian Wei. All wore phoenix crowns and霞帔, dressed in the most vivid red wedding attire. Each had an otherworldly beauty, each exuded unparalleled elegance, as if they were visions from a dream.

Indeed, brides on their wedding day were the most beautiful women in the world.

This scene perfectly illustrated that saying. It was like a magnificent painting, with each bride seeming to walk along the river of time, from the previous epoch into this one. Their red wedding dresses were the fruits of love and fate, waited for over ten thousand years, finally reaching this day.

In this moment, no one joked around.

In this moment, it was worth commemorating; the beings of the myriad domains all offered their blessings.

The past was too bitter.

Those six simple words summed up their love story.

Ye Chen's mind was hazy, his expression distant.

It was probably because the brides were so beautiful, or perhaps that eternal scene felt too far and dreamlike.

"Stop staring."

Xie Yun and Xiong Er stepped up and kicked him. If you're not going, I am.

Ye Chen gave a warm smile and descended the cloud stairs.

"This must be the story of a pig and a field of cabbages."

"I like that analogy."

"He's gone after cabbages from every field!"

"Arching cabbages—Da Chu's tenth emperor is a pro."

Today was a grand occasion; every word was profound truth.

"Bow to heaven and earth."

"Bow to the parents."

"Bow to each other as husband and wife."

"Escort to the bridal chamber."

The master of ceremonies was professional; Long Ye was quite dashing.

Cheers erupted, and the scene spiraled into full swing.

Laughter and joy filled the air.

The fragrance of wine wafted everywhere.

The trans-epoch wedding showcased the world's prosperity.

"It's getting late—everyone head home!"

Ye Chen had muttered this line countless times.

He was waiting for the bridal chamber; go drink at your own places!

No one paid him any mind. They had agreed on drinking until dawn, and they weren't done yet. Was he kicking them out? Didn't he know they had all brought gifts?

No matter what, they weren't leaving—it would drive him crazy.

Night fell quietly.

Only then did figures begin to emerge from the graceful Yu Nu Peak.

Most weren't walking out, though.

Like Yuan Fei, Kui Niu, and those other drunk fools—they were basically thrown as far as possible. Some people just got too into drinking and needed a proper lesson.

Mainly because...

The eager Ye Huangdi for the bridal chamber had turned on everyone, even family.

Once he sent his companions away, this guy rubbed his hands together and grinned.

The moon shone brightly.

In the moonlight, the brides in their wedding dresses looked even more beautiful.

Clang!

The groom made his entrance, with a massive iron bed dozens of zhang wide—utterly imposing.

The brides' faces flushed collectively, a sight too lovely to behold.

Then, a beam of eternal light enveloped the entire Yu Nu Peak.

Ouch!

Grimaces echoed from all directions.

In the dead of night, some people just couldn't sleep and wanted some entertainment.

For instance, peeking at Yu Nu Peak.

For instance, checking out the action.

But eternal light was indestructible, and Tian Dao's eternity even more so. Not even a quasi-emperor, or even an emperor pushing their limits, could see through it. All they glimpsed was illusion, and on top of that, it dazzled their eyes with stars.

The eternal light was like a bed curtain.

And Ye Huangdi's springtime finally arrived with the curtain's fall.

Ah...!

The women's soft cries, accompanied by the dreamy red candlelight, were truly enchanting.

(Omitted 10,000 words.)