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Ever wonder what's with the strange title in french? This chapter will be emotional as well. But in which way? You'll have to translate the title for that.
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(In the Wedding Hall)
An uneasy silence descends over the wedding hall as the Dragon Emperor opens his eyes. As people quietly gulp and flinch the Dragon Emperor, for the first time since arriving in the wedding, gets up from his seat. Everyone watches in pin drop silence as he walks towards his apprentices. The only sound which can be heard is the one caused by the Dragon Emperor's footsteps. Finally, he comes to a stop in front of Ash and Serena. Upon coming to a stop, in front of his apprentices, Ash and Serena give him a quick bow.
"It is said that the real act of marriage takes place in the heart, not in the ballroom or church or synagogue. It's a choice you make - not just on your wedding day, but over and over again - and that choice is reflected in the way you treat your husband or wife." Dragon Emperor says as Ash and Serena nod.
"Fantasies can be great, but we shouldn't make the wedding a fantasy, because the wedding is the gateway to married life. It shouldn't be a moment of illusion, it should be a moment of preparation." Dragon Emperor continues as everyone listens to him in pin drop silence.
"Getting married, for me, was the best thing I ever did. I was suddenly beset with an immense sense of release, that we have something more important than our separate selves, and that is the marriage. There's immense happiness that can come from working towards that." Dragon Emperor says following which he pauses.
"However. It was not to last." Dragon Emperor says in a quiet tone.
"I'm sorry." Serena says in a soft tone.
"It's all in the past now. However coming back to the present when you exchanged your vows, you said in sickness and in health you shall always be with each other. However the truth of the matter is that through sickness and through health' sounds so simple on your wedding day, but in reality, they become significant words that are a huge responsibility and show true character to navigate. One chapter of your life in closed. Another is to begin. This my apprentices will be your real test." Dragon Emperor says.
"We won't let you down master. We promise. We'll be true to each other till the day we die." Ash says as Serena gives Dragon Emperor a firm nod.
"I know you will. You are my apprentices after all. But before I proceed with giving you your gifts, I do have one last question for you Ash." Dragon Emperor says.
"Me?" Ash asks. He is clearly taken aback by this sudden question directed at him.
"Yes, you." Dragon Emperor reiterates.
"Umm. Go ahead Dragon Emperor." Ash replies.
"Tell me something. Forget for the moment forget that you have Serena with you. What would you look for in your soul mate? What qualities would you expect in the one who you choose to spend your life with?" Dragon Emperor asks.
Grace is about to object when Delia grabs her arm and then shakes her head slightly. Grace then nods and watches as the Dragon Emperor patiently waits for Ash's answer.
"Umm. I would look for someone who I can trust." Ash says.
"Go on." Dragon Emperor says.
"Someone strong. Someone who is at peace with themselves. Someone better than me." Ash says as the Dragon Emperor raises his eyebrow.
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