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The women naturally had no objections to Zhang Xiaoshan's arrangement.
As for Dai Qisi, she had read some Buddhist scriptures on the island before, but in the eyes of a true master, they were all obviously fake.
During the morning prayers in the Buddhist hall, Juezhi would also offer guidance, so that at least the mistake wouldn't be immediately obvious.
At the same time, Zhang Xiaoshan also taught the Mingyu Gong to the two sisters, Tina and Shana. Since the two were servants of the Zhang family, it was natural for Zhang Xiaoshan to pass on the martial arts most suitable for them.
As for martial arts techniques, the Sacred Flame Token techniques are sufficient.
This is the highest level of martial arts in Persia, the pinnacle of unorthodox methods. Having too many other martial arts would only distract you and hinder your cultivation.
Red silk and crimson snow are simply temptations for passing the time and for beauty and skincare.
With the added sophistication of the "transfer of flowers and jade" technique, they already have more than enough to handle anything.
As for Dai Qisi?
As a member of the Zhang family, Zhang Xiaoshan did not teach any other martial arts this time.
Even so, Dai Qisi's cultivation over the past few months, relying on the profound mysteries of the Nine Yin Manual, has allowed her to reach the level of the Four Absolutes.
Therefore, if the previous steps haven't been fully digested, giving her more later would only be a burden.
"Young Master, are we really going to prepare all this? Especially since these invitations can't be taken back once they're sent out?"
Butler Yang looked at the gift list in front of him. It was densely packed with hundreds of items. With all the preparations, it would take me tens of thousands of dollars to complete this.
Moreover, expenses are secondary; the Zhang family has no shortage of them.
But he was worried that if things went wrong later, the Zhang family would become a laughing stock.
"Uncle Yang, I know you're worried."
But since Father and Uncle Huang had already made an agreement, the Zhang family had to make preparations regardless of whether the person arrived or not.
Moreover, it must be a formal marriage, with all the proper betrothal gifts, official letters, and a grand sedan chair carried by eight men—everything must be present, and everything must be the best.
"I understand, Master!"
The housekeeper, Uncle Yang, also liked that girl, and she was clever and quick-witted.
Unfortunately, he disappeared six months ago, and even with the wedding date approaching, he has not shown up.
If they don't arrive by the end, the Zhang family will become a laughing stock in the entire Lin'an Prefecture, and even the entire Kyushu. Therefore, his worries are not without reason.
At this time, there were too many people who wanted to trip up the Zhang family, and Huang Rong's affair was no secret.
Chapter 135 The Supreme Yoga Secret Teachings: Beggars, Big and Small
The young master of the Zhang family will be getting married in a month?
The rumor spread almost instantly throughout Lin'an Prefecture and then rapidly spread to the surrounding areas.
Given the Zhang family's status, the young master's wedding is no small matter.
The Zhang family's interests are so great that a single move could have far-reaching consequences.
Especially now that the head of the household is far away.
Starting on the third day, the Zhang family began intensive preparations, confirming the rumors.
The wedding supplies alone are numerous, most of which need to be custom-made, and these are not even the main 'big items'.
After all, how could the Zhang family's wedding be settled with just ten thousand taels of gold?
The real big prize lies in Zhang Xiaoshan's personalized customization.
When it comes to customized gifts, Zhang Xiaoshan naturally set his sights on Merit, which had just exceeded ten thousand.
This amount of merit is not enough to improve one's cultivation level or to deduce unparalleled martial arts. It would be more practical to commission a peerless divine weapon. After all, the Zhang family certainly has no shortage of ordinary treasures, and Huang Rong is still a member of the martial arts world.
Nothing is more real than a peerless divine weapon.
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"The Zhang family is having a big wedding? Didn't that little girl run away from home again half a year ago?"
Zhuge Zhengwo looked at the Four Great Constables with a somewhat surprised expression.
After all, with the Zhang family's current status and position, what kind of marriage partner couldn't they find?
Even a princess? That wouldn't be out of the question.
This is not a matter of identity, but a matter of power and influence.
At this point, the Zhang family was already worthy of the emperor's utmost efforts to win them over; marrying the princess was merely a matter of whether the price was right.
But to my surprise, Zhang Xiaoshan kept his promise and married the daughter of Huang Yaoshi, the Eastern Heretic, which surprised me greatly.
"Did he secretly return?"
"No, if they had returned secretly, they should have shown up long ago. This is no small matter."
Since the Zhang family is making a big fuss, and Zhang Xiaoshan is using this as an excuse to acquire the Dragon Ball, it's only natural that the little demoness from the Huang family would show up.
Furthermore, ordering a custom-made phoenix coronet and embroidered robe requires well in advance.
It can't be mass-produced; it's stitched out one stitch at a time, and there can't be the slightest mistake.
"Is it that nun?"
"That nun is at least thirty years old, while the Huang family's daughter is not even nineteen. How is that possible?"
Moreover, the nun's Dharma name is Mingchen, and she is a disciple of the South Sea Divine Nun. It is said that three years ago, the young master of the Zhang family sent two Hu women to the South Sea Divine Nun for training, and this trip is to the Central Plains for experience.
"The Goddess of the South Sea?"
The mere existence of a vague and ethereal title was enough to intimidate everyone, and given that there was indeed no information about the other party in the martial arts world, the Six Doors could only remain in a state of uncertainty.
Moreover, Dai Qisi had been spending this time in the Buddhist hall, either meditating and chanting scriptures or practicing Buddhist martial arts.
The Secret Teachings of Highest Yoga Tantra!
This was obtained by Zhang Xiaoshan from Bahanglong; it is a supreme secret technique of Tantric Buddhism.
On the surface, it appears to be Buddhist meditation, but in reality, it is the most superior Buddhist light secret technique, a supreme art akin to the spiritual path.
Most importantly, it can quickly increase Dai Qisi's Buddhist nature; otherwise, a true master would immediately recognize her as a fake nun.
This kind of temperament is cultivated later in life.
Now, Zhang Xiaoshan can only increase his strength through this one secret technique. Even if it's rushed, at least he has something to offer.
At most, she was a nun who lingered in the mortal world and was expelled from her sect.
Even the girls, including Piaoxu, were practicing the secret art of yoga. Yoga was not a secret in later generations; it was simply the difference between fitness Tai Chi and Tai Chi Divine Skill.
However, the women only practiced yoga and did not study Buddhism.
“Ming Chen has been staying in the Buddhist hall without leaving, which is quite remarkable, since one’s appearance can be disguised.”
"Let's wait and see. Besides, it's their wedding, why should we get involved? What law has the Zhang family broken?"
The group paused for a moment upon hearing this, then suddenly realized what was happening.
That's right, their wedding didn't break any laws, so their investigation is just making trouble out of nothing.
Thinking about the outcome of the capture of the god, everyone couldn't help but shudder.
They had no doubt that Zhang Xiaoshan would retaliate against them for disrupting someone's wedding.
Aside from the gossip surrounding the Divine Marquis's Mansion, discussions were also rife and heated in the Red Mansion, Ghost Street, and brothels, especially regarding the bride's identity, which became the focus of attention.
I wonder which noble lady rose to such heights overnight.
Although the Zhang family appears to be a merchant family, their ability to rise to the top in the Song Dynasty indicates that they are no ordinary merchant family.
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"Girl, I didn't expect the Zhang family to be preparing for the wedding already. Do you want to go over now?"
"do not want!"
Zhang Family Canteen is the liveliest place at the dock during mealtimes.
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At this inconspicuous spot, an old man and a young boy were chopping up large chunks of food.
Cheap braised offal may seem delicious, but it's the favorite of most laborers, surpassing many large fish and meat dishes.
After all, having endured hardship for most of my life, my tongue has long lost the sensitivity to taste even boiled cabbage.
The strong, pungent flavor of braised offal is what most stimulates their appetite.
Moreover, a large bowl of food costing three coins, plus a large flatbread, was enough to fill the stomachs of most of the laborers; this was a benefit provided by the Zhang family.
After all, these items don't generate much profit; the real money comes from the specialty dishes served in the private rooms!
"You little rascal, you're just like your father."
The old beggar was none other than Hong Qigong, and the little beggar was Huang Rong in disguise. The two had met almost a month ago.
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The reason we came here to eat braised pork offal was because Hong Qigong was craving it.
Every neighborhood has its own unique culinary specialties, and this place is undoubtedly one of them.
"That bastard is really something, there are still more than half a month left, why are they preparing so early?"
"Still early? You've met a good man, at least he doesn't intend to mistreat you."
I heard that all the formalities of betrothal and the elaborate wedding procession were included, but it seems there was no phoenix coronet or embroidered robe. I wonder what that kid is up to.
Moreover, the Zhang family is considered a benevolent family. Although your brother Zhang is somewhat domineering, it must be said that the Zhang family provides relief to countless people every year.
This domineering style at least prevents them from being completely swallowed up, leaving not even a trace.
"They deserved it. Don't you know how awful that God of Arrest is?"
That night, the An family attacked. That bastard clearly received the signal that the Zhang family was under attack, but he did nothing, wanting the Zhang and An families to suffer heavy losses, sitting on the sidelines watching the tigers fight, and enjoying the benefits of the conflict.
Is the God of Arrest innocent? Aren't the guards and servants of the Zhang family, Uncle Yang, and Grandpa Lu innocent?
He deserved to be schemed against by that philanderer!
"Those with different stances and different principles cannot work together."
Upon hearing this, Hong Qigong understood why Zhang Xiaoshan had resorted to such ruthless tactics.
Such scheming against the Zhang family is at most an act of retribution.
As for the affairs of the bandits in Jiangnan?
No one can say the Zhang family was wrong. Since they set an ambush, they must bear the consequences.
It can only be said that those people unfortunately became the chickens used as a warning to others.
Chapter 136 Huang Rong Returns Ready
"Young Master, isn't this a bit too extravagant?"
The wedding banquet will be held on the entire Hongfu Mansion, and renovations will be carried out three days in advance. From the start of the arrangements until the end of the wedding, Hongfu Mansion will be closed for three days.
The scale of the event was so grand that it could be said to surpass the wedding of a royal princess.
The losses from wedding preparations to the Hong family mansion amounted to nearly 50,000 taels of gold, a considerable sum.
The costs of the Red Mansion cannot be excluded simply because Zhang Xiaoshan is the young master.
Moreover, according to Hongfu's sales, the food Zhang Xiaoshan prepared would cost at least a hundred gold coins per table, comparable to a state banquet.
This doesn't even include the top-tier drinks the Zhang family prepared themselves, the wedding gifts they had to give to their staff, the new uniforms for the service personnel, the custom-made tableware, the refurbished tables and chairs, and even the renovations...
"Life is only once, so it's good to make it lively."
In addition, here is the overall layout diagram. Manager Feng, please take a look and see if there are any points that need attention.
And the kitchen—there can't be the slightest mistake. I'll have Qing Sha and Lan Sha arrive beforehand. The Zhang family has recently incurred the wrath of many "837" figures in the martial arts world; they have to be on tenterhooks in everything they do.
Zhang Xiaoshan made arrangements in advance to avoid problems arising from rushing.
Zhang Xiaoshan also attaches great importance to safety.