diskusbooks Chapter 1: The Wedding Was Stolen!
Chapter 1: The Wedding Was Stolen!
"Snapped!"
The crisp sound went unnoticed by anyone in the bustling general's mansion.
"You wretched woman! Let me tell you, Father has already agreed to let me marry into the Chu Prince's mansion tomorrow. You, a mere concubine's daughter, will only ever be kneeling down to wipe my shoes!"
Su Mowan was abruptly awakened by the venomous curses, her cheeks burning with pain.
She struggled to open her eyes, and what came into view was a face with exquisite makeup.
The woman was dressed in a phoenix coronet and embroidered robe, with exquisite makeup, but her eyes revealed contempt.
It was her elder sister, Su Huayue.
Su Mowan's mind was still a bit confused, but she could barely remember what Su Huayue had just said.
Has Father agreed to let Su Huayue marry into the Chu Prince's mansion?
how can that be!
She was clearly engaged to the Prince of Chu's family!
Su Mowan couldn't accept this fact for a while.
She was originally a modern soldier, but she unexpectedly traveled to a place called Yunmo Kingdom and became the second illegitimate daughter of a general's mansion.
Over the past two years, she has followed her general father on the battlefield, making many military achievements for him and eliminating many political enemies.
Not long ago, when people from the Chu King's mansion came to propose marriage, my father had clearly already agreed to let her marry the Chu King.
Why the sudden change of heart?
Su Mowan wanted to get up and find her father to find out what was going on.
But when she put her hands on the ground, she found herself powerless and unable to move even her fingers.
A beautiful red embroidered shoe suddenly appeared in front of her, and before she could react, it kicked her hard in the shoulder.
"boom!"
Su Mowan, who had just managed to prop herself up, suddenly fell heavily back to the ground.
Her expression suddenly changed.
These symptoms are clearly indicative of being poisoned by a muscle-softening powder; no wonder Su Huayue dared to treat her like this!
"Su Huayue, how dare you!" she demanded sharply.
"Why wouldn't I dare!"
Su Huayue's eyes widened, filled with raging anger and barely concealed jealousy.
She waved her sleeves, her voice sharp and piercing: "I am the legitimate daughter of the General's Mansion! The position of Princess Consort of Chu is rightfully mine. You, a lowly woman, what right do you have to compete with me!"
As she spoke, Su Huayue seemed to remember something else and covered her mouth with a laugh.
"But I'm about to marry into the Chu Prince's household as his principal wife in a grand and glorious ceremony. As for you, you'll just have to make do and become a concubine in the Qin Prince's household."
As she spoke, she gave a regretful look.
"However, I'm afraid my younger sister doesn't know yet?"
"Your future husband, the renowned War God Prince Murong Jing of Yunmo, is now a paralyzed man! He can only get around with the help of a wheelchair."
A hint of resentment flashed in Su Huayue's eyes.
Why is it that Su Mowan can climb up to the powerful King of Chu, while she can only agree to the King of Qin's marriage proposal and become a concubine?
Is that half-crippled King of Qin worthy of her?
In an instant, Su Huayue's expression turned smug again.
But it's okay, her parents will always love her the most!
With a cripple like the King of Qin, he will certainly have no chance of ascending the throne in the future, making him a perfect match for Su Mowan!
Su Huayue raised her hand, her fingertips, painted with crimson rouge, gently brushing against the front of her wedding dress, and said with a charming smile, "Look, sister, this is a bright red wedding dress that only the principal wife can wear."
"Oh dear, why am I telling you all this? After all, my sister is getting married tomorrow as a concubine, and she can only wear scarlet..."
Su Mowan dug her nails into her flesh and coldly said, "Su Huayue!"
This elder sister had always been at odds with her and had never hidden her disgust and contempt for her.
But she never expected that Su Huayue would actually do something like stealing her marriage!
Su Huayue was startled by the chilling aura emanating from Su Mowan.
But she still maintained her haughty expression, raising her chin: "Why are you looking at me like that? It wasn't me who put the poison in your tea, it was Mother! But all of this..."
She paused, a hint of mockery flashing in her eyes. "This was all with Father's tacit approval."
"Su Mowan, you'd better just accept your fate!"
Did the father tacitly approve?
Su Mowan was stunned, and a sudden pang of sadness welled up in her heart.
Prince Murong Jin of Chu, the fourth son of the emperor, was a handsome and elegant man, considered one of the most handsome men in the capital.
Su Mowan had known him for a long time and had long harbored feelings for him.
Su Liushi wasn't her biological mother, so she didn't care how she was harmed, but her father...
He was, after all, the biological father of this body, and he always doted on her!
Knowing full well that she had feelings for the King of Chu, how could he be so heartless?!
Seeing that Su Mowan could remain so calm and composed under such circumstances, Su Huayue immediately felt that all her ridicule had been in vain!
She shouted defiantly, "Are you deaf? You're about to marry a useless man!"
"Su Huayue, I never intended to be your enemy, yet you've targeted me at every turn. I can overlook the past, but this is the last time you'll take what rightfully belongs to me. There will be no next time!"
After Su Mowan finished speaking, she closed her eyes.
She and Murong Jin... were ultimately destined to be apart.
Seeing her so calm, Su Huayue was consumed by jealousy, her face filled with resentment: "You didn't oppose me? Are you really unaware or are you pretending?! Su Mowan, I am clearly the legitimate daughter of the General's Mansion! Why does Father only take you and not me on every campaign? You've basked in the limelight with Father; those honors should have been mine!"
Tears welled up in Su Mowan's eyes.
"Yeah, why do you always ask me to go, but never take you along...?"
Deep down, she knew it perfectly well.
It's only because he was born out of wedlock.
Even if you lose your life on the battlefield, it's just an insignificant thing, right?
Suppressing the bitterness in her heart, Su Mowan said coldly, "Go tell Father that I have something to say to him in person."
Su Huayue secretly considered that since things had come to this, she might as well agree to Su Mowan's request.
Let Su Mowan and her father have a big argument, the more intense the better!
Thinking of this, she snorted coldly and turned to leave.
A moment later, Su Mowan finally met her father in this life, Su Yuandao, the great general of Yunmo Kingdom.
“Wan’er…” Su Yuandao looked at his youngest daughter’s disheveled appearance, a trace of pity flashing in his eyes.
Su Mowan looked up at her father and noticed the reluctance, pity, and apology that flashed across his face.
Her heart felt ice-cold.
Just a few days ago they were happily discussing the dowry, but in the blink of an eye, she gave up her desired marriage to her elder sister.
Is this what she calls a good father?
Su Mowan looked directly into his eyes: "Father, tell me, who is it that will marry into the Chu Prince's mansion tomorrow?"
"Wan'er..."
Su Yuandao was speechless under his daughter's gaze, stammering and unable to utter a word for a long time.
Su Mowan sneered inwardly.
This father was mediocre and had a very weak personality.
If it weren't for her, the General's Mansion would have fallen into ruin long ago.
But now, what has become of him?
She was no longer willing to gloss over the situation and pressed, "Father, I need an explanation."
Su Yuandao looked at his daughter, who was leaning weakly against the bed, and felt a pang of guilt, but in the end he hardened his heart.
"Wan'er, I know I've wronged you. But your sister..."
"You know Huayue's personality; she's been spoiled since childhood! If she were to marry into the Prince of Qin's household, she probably wouldn't have a good life!"
After hearing this, the light in Su Mowan's eyes dimmed.
So, if she marries him, she'll have a good life?
“The Prince of Qin is unpredictable and difficult to get along with, and Huayue is spoiled... You are much more composed than Huayue, so you should be able to adapt to life in the Prince of Qin’s mansion better!” Su Yuandao said earnestly.
Because there are two weddings at the General's Mansion tomorrow, with both young ladies getting married, the mansion is especially lively tonight.
Outside, lanterns and decorations were everywhere, and the laughter of servants filled the air.
Amidst the lively atmosphere, Su Mowan gently closed her eyes:
"You mean, because my elder sister is spoiled, I have to fill that hole?"
She gave a wry smile: "Father, although I don't usually lose my temper, it doesn't mean I don't have one."
Su Yuandao awkwardly avoided his daughter's gaze: "But it's too late, Wan'er. Everything is arranged. You should rest well. Tomorrow is your wedding day. We've prepared your dowry. Take care of yourself."
"I still have official business to attend to, you should get some rest."
Perhaps he couldn't stay there any longer, after saying that, Su Yuandao hurriedly left his daughter's room.
Su Mowan watched her father leave, her eyes gradually deepening, and finally a cold smile appeared on her lips.
"To marry the King of Qin tomorrow?" The light in her eyes gradually turned cold.
"Since you are so heartless, then don't blame me for not remembering the kindness you showed me these past two years!"