After their return from the inn, Lan Zhan and Wei Ying swam in the lake; then they took a quick scented bath and started to get ready for the blessing. They helped each other dress up in their bridal attire. It felt really funny to wear the those lovely garments again. This time, Lan Zhan combed and styled Wei Ying's hair. After he tied the ribbon, Wei Ying looked at the mirror.
"Lan Zhan, why a high ponytail?"
"Hmm... why not?"
"I look like a girl..."
"No. Hot and sexy!"
Wei Ying picked up some rouge that Jiang YanLi had brought and applied some on his lips. Lan Zhan caught his arm.
"Bunny, please don't..."
"Lan Zhan, let go. Why?"
"Irresistible..." He pulled Wei Ying into his arms, crashing his lips against his, kissing and biting, until they were both out of breath.
"Lan Zhan... You have messed up my lips..."
"See, you don't need rouge; your lips are naturally red!" Lan Zhan replied smugly.
"You are hopeless..."
After a few more kisses, bites and cuddles, they were finally ready and they went straight to the Jiang Ancestral Hall.
Although it was very early, Lan Zhan insisted on going there. Last time they came, they were in a rush. This time, Lan Zhan wanted to take his time in the Jiang Ancestral hall. He felt a deep connection with the place and wanted to meditate.
Lan Zhan looked at the intricately carved tablets. It was nothing like those at the Cloud Recesses. These were works of art. He sat on a mat in front of the altar and slowed down his breath, focussing on the energies flowing around him.
Wei Ying watched Lan Zhan and smiled.
"A-Xian, you are here..."
"Grandma Jiang... it has been a long time. I missed you."
"I know, child. I feel the same too... So you are here for the blessings?"
"Yes, there is still a couple of hours. But Lan Zhan wanted to meditate a bit here... I wonder what he has to ask..."
"Your husband is a thoughtful man... Don't ever let go of him, child"
"Grandma, you know about the visions... I don't know what the future holds..."
"The future is what you make of it... So be wise when you decide; and do not hesitate to ask for advice... You look different with this hairdo... Who did your hair?"
"Lan Zhan..."
"You look just like your mother..."
"No one ever talks about her... does everyone really think that she was a bad person?"
Grandma Jiang paused for a while before answering.
"Child, she was not a bad person. On the contrary, she was a free spirit with pure heart. Unfortunately, she brought a lot of pain to those who loved her, not because she was bad or wrong, but because they misunderstood her..."
"Grandma, have you met her spirit?"
"No child, she is not in the spirit world."
"I miss her a lot... I often wonder where she is..."
"She must have reincarnated or her soul must have ascended..."
"I wish she could see me now... This wedding dress is gorgeous. I am sure she would have loved it."
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Soul bonds
RomanceWhat if Wei Ying discovered his future even before he went to Gusu? Would he have fought to change it? Would his family and friends have supported him? Would his love have stood a chance? This is my first attempt of writing fanfiction. It is inspire...
