High above the mortal world—
In the Celestial Heaven—
Golden clouds stretched endlessly across the sky.
The air was calm, filled with a quiet power that did not belong to the mortal realm.
Inside the grand celestial hall—
Two figures stood side by side.
The Jade Emperor, Yu Di Guangming.
And the Elder Turtle Sage, Gui Zhenhai.
Before them—
A glowing vision floated in the air.
It showed the mortal world below.
Wu Jinhai.
And Qiao Yu Zhen.
Walking side by side.
The Jade Emperor's expression was calm, but his eyes were deep with thought.
"They have met," he said.
Gui Zhenhai nodded slowly.
"Yes."
His voice was steady, ancient.
"The threads of fate are moving as they should."
The Jade Emperor looked at him.
"Do you believe they are ready?"
Gui Zhenhai's gaze remained on the vision.
"No," he said.
A pause.
"But they must be."
Silence filled the hall.
The image continued to move.
Wu Jinhai and Qiao Yu Zhen—
Unaware that they were being watched.
Gui Zhenhai spoke again.
"There are forces already moving in the shadows."
His tone was serious.
"We cannot delay."
The Jade Emperor's eyes narrowed slightly.
"You are certain?"
"Yes."
A brief silence followed.
Then Gui Zhenhai turned slightly.
"Call the Whale Envoy," he said.
The words were firm.
"This matter is important."
The Jade Emperor gave a small nod.
A celestial guard stepped forward and bowed.
"Yes, Your Majesty."
He quickly left to carry out the order.
The hall fell silent again.
The glowing vision slowly faded.
But the weight of what was to come—
Remained.
In the Mortal Kingdom—
The palace was filled with life.
Bright decorations covered every corner.
Golden banners hung from high pillars.
Music echoed through the halls.
Today—
Was the grand wedding.
The Crown Prince Hei Long—
And Qiu Ying'er.
Guests from powerful families had gathered.
Imperial members.
Court officials.
Noble households.
Everyone was present.
Among them—
Wu Jinhai.
And Qiao Yu Zhen.
They stood among the crowd, dressed properly for the occasion.
Wei Zhenyu stood slightly behind them.
Wu Jinhai's posture was calm, her expression composed.
Qiao Yu Zhen stood quietly beside her.
His eyes observed everything.
The atmosphere was grand.
But also—
Heavy.
Lady Wu Caixia approached with a gentle smile.
"Jinhai," she called softly.
Wu Jinhai turned. "Mother."
Lady Wu Caixia nodded slightly, then looked at the people around.
"This is my daughter," she said, her voice clear.
Wu Jinhai stepped forward slightly.
Many eyes turned toward her.
"She is General Wu's beloved daughter," someone whispered.
"I have heard of her," another said quietly.
Lady Wu Caixia continued to introduce her.
"This is Wu Jinhai."
Wu Jinhai bowed her head slightly in greeting.
Her movements were graceful.
Calm.
The people around nodded in acknowledgment.
Some with interest.
Some with curiosity.
Qiao Yu Zhen stood nearby, silent.
His presence did not draw attention.
But his eyes—
Missed nothing.
The music grew louder.
The ceremony was about to begin.
At the center of the grand hall—
The Crown Prince Hei Long stood tall.
His expression was serious.
Beside him—
Qiu Ying'er.
Dressed in wedding robes.
The hall slowly grew quiet.
All eyes turned toward them.
The ceremony began.
Formal words were spoken.
Rituals were carried out.
Each step followed tradition.
Careful.
Precise.
Wu Jinhai watched silently.
Wei Zhenyu leaned slightly closer. "Everything seems peaceful."
Wu Jinhai did not respond.
Her eyes remained on the ceremony.
Qiao Yu Zhen stood still.
His expression did not change.
But his gaze was focused.
The final part of the ceremony approached.
The Crown Prince and Qiu Ying'er stood facing each other.
The last words were spoken.
And then—
The ceremony was complete.
A wave of applause filled the hall.
Voices rose.
Music played once again.
The grand wedding—
Had been completed.
Lady Wu Caixia smiled slightly.
"It is done," she said.
Wu Jinhai gave a small nod.
"Yes."
Around them, people began to talk and move again.
The celebration continued.
But beneath the surface—
Something felt different.
As if this moment—
Was only the beginning of something greater.
Far above—
In the Celestial Heaven—
The order had already been given.
And in the mortal world—
Paths were slowly coming together.
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