Liu Jin smiled and nodded, then raised his wine cup and lightly clinked it.
During this time, he had often sought out Jian Yong to drink and chat, asking about his well-being and offering him grain and cloth.
Their relationship had warmed considerably, already feeling quite passionate.
If things continued this way, Jian Yong would definitely be moved by him.
After a brief chat, Liu Jin continued to toast around the hall with his wine cup.
Even when people of more ordinary status came forward to offer a toast, Liu Jin would respectfully return the gesture.
Three rounds of wine, five courses of dishes!
Although Liu Jin had a good tolerance for alcohol, he couldn't withstand so many toasts without feeling a little tipsy.
However, he managed to hold on, and after bidding farewell to everyone, he headed towards the back courtyard.
He certainly hadn't forgotten about the wedding night.
After all, he had been single for so long; it was impossible not to feel a little parched.
He quickly arrived outside the bridal chamber's courtyard, where two maids stood by, bowing slightly and saluting upon seeing Liu Jin arrive!
"Greetings, Marquis."
Liu Jin nodded and directly stepped into the room.
On the bed sat Yin Yue, her head covered with a red silk scarf, dressed in a black wedding gown.
She seemed a little nervous at this moment, naturally knowing what was about to happen, her fair, small hands tightly clutching her black long dress.
Liu Jin slowly walked over and reached out to lift a corner of the red veil.
Yin Yue's fair, flawless face was revealed, her hazy, large eyes staring straight at him.
Her rosy lips were tightly closed, and a faint blush appeared on her fair swan-like neck; her whole being seemed a little shy.
After completely removing the red veil, Yin Yue's beautiful and pure appearance was fully displayed.
Her face still carried a slight blush, and coupled with the black wedding dress she wore, she appeared both aloof and dignified, with a hint of allure, possessing a unique beauty.
Especially the virginal fragrance emanating from her, constantly assailing his senses, filling the entire room and making the air feel somewhat amorous.
Liu Jin took a deep breath, a mischievous smile on his face!
"My lady, today is our wedding day, so let's quickly enter the bridal chamber."
Upon hearing this, Yin Yue's face flushed, and she couldn't help but let out a soft huff!
"Hmph~"
"My husband is so naughty."
However, she still obediently nodded, and her fair, jade-like hands immediately began to unfasten her clothes.
Seeing this, Liu Jin quickly waved his hand to stop her, his mischievous smile growing even wider as he said!
"My lady, let's leave it as it is."
Yin Yue was momentarily stunned, looking at the gown she was wearing, and shyly asked!
"Husband, if we don't take it off, then how will we...?"
Liu Jin chuckled, then immediately whispered a few words into her ear.
Yin Yue's cheeks turned crimson all the way to her earlobes; she hadn't expected her husband to be so naughty, wondering where he had learned such things.
She let out a soft huff!
"You're really naughty."
"You even want me to..."
Liu Jin rubbed his hands, chuckling, and looking at her pure and beautiful face, his breathing grew more rapid, and the desire within him continuously erupted.
Unbeknownst to them, a different kind of sound emanated from the room.
The sun was high in the sky!
The sun hung high above, its rays illuminating the sky, making it exceptionally bright.
Liu Jin slowly opened his sleepy eyes, seeing the beautiful woman beside him still in deep slumber, he stretched slightly, feeling very content.
Recalling the scene from last night, a lingering smile played on his face.
He had finally experienced the feeling of a 'wedding gown warrior'.
Just then, Yin Yue, still in deep slumber, slightly opened her beautiful eyes, and seeing Liu Jin still smirking, she let out a soft hum!
She said gently!
"You scoundrel."
"Smirking here so early in the morning."
Upon hearing this, Liu Jin smiled and reached out to caress her smooth, flawless face.
Looking at her exquisite beauty, she seemed to have gained some charm, losing a bit of her pure and innocent aura.
After being 'taken care of', there would indeed be some changes, even adding a touch of a mature woman's temperament.
Yin Yue hummed and hawed, her hand lightly touching a cold spot, and she exclaimed softly!
"Husband, why is this room leaking?"
After saying this, Yin Yue looked up at the eaves, muttering to herself!
"Even if the house is broken, it's not raining outside, so why is it wet?"
Liu Jin heard this, and the corners of his mouth curved slightly, revealing a brilliant smile!
"The house isn't broken, and it's not raining, it's just that a certain well cover is broken."
After saying this, Liu Jin quickly dressed and walked out.
Yin Yue was stunned for a moment, then came back to her senses, her cheeks flushed with embarrassment, and she shouted loudly!
"Ruffian! Ruffian!"
Upon arriving in the main hall, Liu Jin sat to the side, drinking tea.
Beside him sat Min Chun, Li Li, Zhao Teng, and Guan Yu.
Min Chun held out an account book and said with a smile!
"Marquis, yesterday, for your wedding, all the prominent figures in and around Zhuo Commandery sent generous gifts, all recorded here."
Liu Jin heard this, slowly put down his teacup, and unhurriedly asked!
"How much did we receive in total?"
Min Chun heard this, without any hesitation, he chuckled!
"All the gifts combined, it's estimated to be around four million."
Upon hearing this number, Liu Jin's tea-drinking motion instantly paused, and his eyes lit up with excitement as he asked with a smile!
"Did we really receive that much?"
Min Chun grinned and explained!
"The Marquis is, after all, a member of the imperial clan, and has been enfeoffed as a Marquis and appointed as a General by the court; his reputation has already spread throughout Hebei."
"Although the wedding was not deliberately publicized, it has already spread everywhere, and many aristocratic families and powerful magnates came here out of admiration, sending generous gifts to express their congratulations."
Liu Jin nodded upon hearing this, not too surprised.
With his current prestige and reputation, receiving such wealth was quite normal.
However, he had a little plan in mind: should he find another way to take a concubine or something, and hold another wedding?
And incidentally collect a few more million; if things continued this way, he would sooner or later become the richest man in the Han Dynasty.
After thinking for a moment, Liu Jin shook his head. These people gave generous gifts out of respect for his marriage.
If it were about taking a concubine, probably no one would send money to congratulate him.
Furthermore, taking a concubine wouldn't even involve a banquet; at most, close friends and family would be invited for a small gathering to inform them of the new addition to the household.
There was a huge difference compared to marrying a wife, even a world of difference.
Just as everyone was chatting, footsteps echoed from outside the main hall.
A guard slowly walked in and bowed!
"Reporting to the Marquis, there is a man outside the mansion gate who claims to be Tian Feng of Jizhou, here to visit his friend."
Liu Jin was slightly stunned upon hearing this, and his eyes showed a fervent look.
It was actually Tian Feng, Tian Yuan Hao! This man was a rare talent, and truly one who could offer strategies and plans.