493 – The sun is hot, the sky is high, and the vegetation is green – 6
The Duke’s marriage is a big event that will only happen once in a lifetime for the imperial nobles.
That is why the positions of the guests who would brighten up the wedding hall were also magnificent. High-ranking nobles above the rank of earl, as well as high-ranking administrative officials above the rank of adjutant general, high-ranking commanders above the rank of corps commander, and finally, judges in charge of a court in a local area. Most of the people who could be called the leadership of the empire gathered.
‘I don’t know half the faces.’
Even the guests were not limited to domestic figures. There were plenty of foreigners who were happy to see Trixie’s happy birthday as if it were their own.
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Thanks to you, checking the guest list was also a pain. If he crosses the border, he respects Trixie passionately, and if he attends as a wedding guest among many, many wizards, he is quite a big deal. As Trixie’s husband, wouldn’t it be rude not to know the names of those guests? There is no need to start an awkward relationship that could continue well.
If there is a minor problem, it is that since the guests are from all over the continent, people who are enemies with each other are gathered in one place.
“Today will be remembered as the happiest day of my life, and I hope the distinguished guests gathered here will do the same.”
Even the bitter enemies shook hands with smiling faces at Trixie’s subtle warning.
You’ll probably be cursing the other person’s parents, cousins, cousins, and even older relatives, but what can you do? The industry legend they respect said himself, ‘If you ruin the wedding today, I will kill you.’ Since I was warned, I have no choice but to comply.
Furthermore, regardless of whether you are an industry legend or not, it is senseless to ruin someone’s wedding due to your personal feelings. Fortunately, wizards have a strong obsession with magic and are not idiots without common sense.
“I sincerely congratulate you on your marriage, Your Excellency Ma Jong-gong. This is the red robe of the empire and the joy of the continent, so I am thrilled to be able to be here as a student who respected you and dreamed.”
Anyway, Duke Kilanas bowed on behalf of the wizards who had crossed the border.
Age, title, position, reputation, even the national power of his country─ Duke Kilanas was enough to represent the wizards gathered at the wedding hall in all aspects. It’s strange that such a big man would come all the way to the empire and stoop down, but now I think that’s the case. If you are Trixie’s husband, this is something you will see for the rest of your life.
“If I were of help to great students like you, I would be happier than that. If those students even congratulated me on my happy birthday, it would be a beautiful thing that will go down in history.”
Trixie responded with a smile to Duke Kilanath’s 90-degree bow.
A younger student who dreamed of looking at himself came from the other side of the continent. It would be satisfying for Trixie as well.
***
The wedding of the minister and Duke Ma was carried out in a grand manner and quietly at the same time.
‘I feel like I’m in a chapel.’
I even had that thought. It is common sense not to make a fuss during a wedding, but even taking that into account, the current atmosphere is very quiet and solemn.
I am impressed. Is this Ma Jong-gong’s control? There is no fuss even though it is crowded with wizards who have a higher percentage of eccentricities than the general public. This is impossible even if I, the emperor, hold out.
‘It will be difficult no matter who comes.’
Didn’t even Emperor Eimanka, a hero incomparable to me, say that he couldn’t control the free-spiritedness of Duke Seolgeom, the founder of the Catoban duchy? This feat can only be accomplished by Majonggong, the pinnacle of magicians.
‘I will pass quietly this time.’
Soon, a sprout of hope grew in a corner of my head. I was worried that this wedding would end in a fuss like the last time, but it looks like this wedding will end without any fuss. This is indeed a fortunate thing.
Actually, I was very worried. Rather than having foreigners flock to the wedding, especially magicians, I was truly worried that Enen’s blessing would happen again.
I know it’s a crazy idea. I also know that if I had heard this a year ago, I would have scoffed at what nonsense I was talking about. However, there was actually Enen’s blessing at the minister’s wedding. Ignoring what has precedent is lazy and irresponsible.
‘…There is no way the blessing can be given twice.’
However, as the wedding came to an end and there was no sign of blessings, I sighed in relief.
Yes, this is correct. Does it make sense for a person to be blessed not once, but twice? If such a thing happens, that person must walk the path of a priest, no matter what position he holds. Then, the next or next pope will be confirmed.
Of course, I have no intention of sending the minister to the Holy Church. I will never let him go, even if it means creating a position as Minister of Faith in the imperial administration.
“—The two men and women pledged eternal love in front of everyone. Enen of Heaven was satisfied with that pure and passionate pledge, and here we declare that a couple was born.”
After the declaration of Cardinal Maglio, head of the Archdiocese of Servet, who presided over the ceremony, a faint sound of crying was heard from behind.
I think I know who it is without even having to look around. It must be Count Sicilla, the head of the Duchy of Servet. Even before the wedding started, he was wiping his eyes with an emotional face, but he ended up crying.
And when I listened closely, I realized that the crying sound was not only coming from one place.
‘They are loyal vassals.’
I thought about that and ignored the crying.
Even I find it surprising that Ma Jong-gong got married in my generation, but the vassals who have served him for generations must be amazing. You will feel moved beyond simply being amazed.
***
The wedding ceremony held at the villa ended successfully.
‘I’m glad it ended without incident.’
I sighed inwardly in relief. In fact, I was worried about what would happen if Enen made a surprise appearance during this wedding, but fortunately, my worries ended with worries.
It may seem like a crazy idea, but what can you do? It’s not that we’re wary of something that never happened, but it’s natural to be wary of something that actually happened. Of course, ‘What if God blesses me during the wedding?’ I have the same worry, but I don’t think I’m crazy, so I can’t tell anyone. What kind of crazy person would worry like that?
While we were exchanging greetings with the guests, Rize, holding her bouquet, approached us with a bright smile.
“Master! Congratulations on your marriage!”
“hehehe, thank you. I will congratulate you first when you become my student, so look forward to it.”
Trixie smiled as she stroked Rize’s head.
‘It’s vivid.’
And then I looked at the bouquet that Rize was holding.
This is a very familiar bouquet. The bouquet that Mar gave to Trixie ended up in Lise’s hands after about six months. I wonder if a separate spell was placed on it, so I can still feel the vividness of what I saw six months ago.
That’s why I feel strange. I know it’s a bouquet with a strong symbolic meaning, but isn’t it a bit weird to use the same bouquet repeatedly? Others would see it as extreme frugality, using even bouquets sparingly.
‘I can’t take that away.’
I looked back and forth between Rize and the bouquet, who were both laughing. Confiscating the bouquet from such a happy Rize? I can’t do such cruel things.
Furthermore, if Rize’s bouquet is confiscated, she will laugh in front and cry alone in the back, which hurts my heart even more.
‘…Let’s use that when our children get married.’
I eventually came to a rather unique conclusion. Anyway, if it’s a bouquet that Trixie used magic to, it will last for decades.
From today, that bouquet is an heirloom of the Crasius family. Let’s show this continent that recycling is an art that lasts tens or hundreds of years.
The wedding ceremony in the elf residential district was decided to take place five days later. I wanted to hold the ceremony as soon as the villa wedding was over, but my grandmother said that five days later would be an auspicious day, so I couldn’t refuse.
And unlike general other-race conservation areas that are open to tourists, the elf residential district is a place where access to other races is completely blocked. I was given consideration for having my wedding at such a place, so it was only natural that my grandmother’s schedule would be met.
“How do you feel? Isn’t it rude to dress like this?”
While she had some free time, her mother had Trixie check her clothes several times.
She didn’t exactly undergo a test, but rather unilaterally sought Trixie’s opinion, but Trixie answered without any signs of annoyance or embarrassment.
“It’s okay. The culture of the elves is not much different from that of humans, so my mother’s outfit is fully etiquette and dignity.”
I turned my head involuntarily at those words.
The cultures of elves and humans are greatly different. Because he didn’t know that, he touched Trixie’s ear in public and got into trouble.
“So? Then this is—”
“Madam. I understand how you feel, but my elf daughter-in-law says it’s okay, so I think it’s enough as is.”
Just as her mother was about to lift the next piece of clothing, her father, who was next to her, firmly stopped her.
Appropriately, he gave a quick nod towards his father. If I couldn’t stop now, the fashion show would be forced until the evening.
“But Billy, I’m going to see her daughter-in-law’s grandmother, not anyone else, so it would be a problem if I dressed shabbily.”
“What are you talking about? In my eyes, whatever you wear is perfect, but it’s sloppy.”
At her blunt praise, her mother silenced her for a moment and then quietly put down her clothes.
She was moved. My father was also a person who knew how to express affection like that.
‘When Erich graduates, she will have a youngest child.’
When Erich graduates, he becomes a deputy member of the Reichstag, and his father automatically withdraws from the affairs of the Reichstag entirely. Then he will evolve into an unemployed person who only stays in the territory.
What would happen if an unemployed father stayed with his mother 24 hours a day? His heart is pounding.
***
In a few days, an honorary priest will come here.
‘Please!’
I prayed with a sincere heart without even realizing it. It’s funny that I, a god, pray to someone, but right now I wanted to depend on another god.
Please, please don’t let anything happen to my honorary priest’s wedding! He’s the only one left to me now! It’s too much to take even the last possessions of a penniless person!
‘Constantina is both a fairy and an elf!’
When the World Tree is revived, the spirits will also appear on the continent again!
So Enen, please! Please, at least for the sake of the affection I took care of you in the past!
“Auntie Sky, Auntie Sky.”
“What are you doing? What are you doing?”
As soon as I began to pray desperately, the evil children of Constantina began to secretly cling to me.
Are you trying to disguise yourself as an innocent person and take my honorary priesthood? I know everything!
But I won’t be taken away! How can the lofty sky be defeated by the plants that grow on the earth!