The initial arrivals were all demons, after all, Hu Yijun is a Tiger Demon, Gao Xiu is a Bear Demon, people and demons gather in groups, naturally, they have better relations with demons.

However, the Southern Border is not solely the domain of demons; humans, demons, ghosts, witches are all present, and occasionally, demons appear.

Hu Yijun and Gao Xiu have a wide circle of friends, not only befriending demons specifically.

Therefore, the ensuing arrivals were diverse.

"From the Nine Nether Abyss, Lord Duan is here!"

"The Palace Master of Yin Yang Palace, Master Hongchang is here!"

"The Host of Golden Dragon Temple, Zen Master Longsheng is here!"

"The Sect Leader of Jade Willow Divine Sect, Yuan Du Sect Leader is here!"

"The Valley Master of Mist God Valley, Master Cao Deng is here!"

These people are just general friends, or mainly allies with similar levels of power, like business friends, supporting each other without a deep connection.

For example, they are unaware of the abilities of Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan, only seeing the two's modest cultivation yet sitting in the front row, drawing curious glances.

"That Duan Kai from Nine Nether Abyss is an old ghost several millennia old, the abyss connects to earth veins, not lacking Nether Qi, yet he doesn't enter the Netherworld, instead wielding power in the mortal world."

"Yin Yang Daoist Palace is a branch of a Daoist Sect, considered part of Dual Cultivation Sect lineage, but its cultivation theory is more aggressive than typical Yin Yang dual cultivation, unable to thrive in the Central Plains, so they preach in the Southern Border, making a name for themselves, not considered heterodox."

"Golden Dragon Temple, it's said that a Great Power from the Western Buddha Country clashed with a Golden Dragon all the way to the Southern Border, eventually subduing the dragon and establishing the temple, but I think it's just bragging, if they truly subdued the dragon, why not bring it back to the Buddha Country for cultivation?"

"Jade Willow Divine Sect and Mist God Valley, one practices Ancient Witchcraft with a deep legacy, and one practices Spirit Secret Technique, unconventional yet impressive."

"Old Hu and High Mountain Master have great influence, but the invitees hold no mortal grievances, likely won't cause trouble at the banquet."

For each guest, Master Qingyang quietly introduces them to Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan, assuming the role of half the host.

"Tsk tsk." Du Sheng's eyes flicker, suggesting in a hidden laugh, "Even the monks claiming to subdue dragons and tigers, and save all beings have come, and sit together with that fake monk Cao Deng, seems this event isn't small."

Master Qingyang nods, "It's not been long since the incident, better be cautious."

Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan exchange a glance, then shake their heads, choosing not to comment on Master Qingyang and Du Sheng's words.

...

However, with the entrances of these figures, Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan truly witnessed Hu Yijun's vast network and experienced the intricate power dynamics of the Southern Border, while realizing Hu Yijun's astounding strength.

Understanding that the Southern Border is not like the Great Jing Dynasty where order is clear, within the Hundred Thousand Mountains, forces are complex, lacking purely good or evil entities, no fixed circles.

Hu Yijun, though compassionate and rational among his dominion, only indicates a sense of rules, not that he's merely benevolent.

He is indeed a seasoned tiger!

One shouldn't truly mistake him for a mere tabby cat!

From the day's first encounter, where he cast a commanding gaze and executed several people, revealing his true nature.

And today's guests should not simply be distinguished as renowned orthodox or heterodox sects, but rather as robust powers.

Very robust!

Say nothing else, every leading figure entering the hall, Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan could not discern their depths.

Speaking solely of the Mist God Valley,

This is a sect whose disciple dared to disrupt the Great Jing; their sect's member almost annihilated the Five Beauties Manor.

Yet on this day, the Valley Master of Mist God Valley personally attends Hu Zhou's wedding celebration.

It is evident that Hu Yijun's strength, although possibly not exceeding that of Master Cao Deng, would not be far behind.

Hmm, not right…

Considering Master Cao Deng is assigned to the second table, suggests his strength might still be beneath Hu Yijun's.

...

From 1 p.m. when Master Qingyang first arrived, till 5:00 PM, the final guest arrived.

Once everyone was present, the wedding officially commenced!

"Dong! Dong! Dong!"

"Clang! Clang! Clang!"

Drum sounds roar and gong sounds resonate.

The suona, dongxiao, bamboo flute, pipa, yueqin, and zhongruan, harmoniously play.

Hu Yijun and Gao Xiu sat in the center, with Wang Yuzhi and Wang Muran sitting beside them.

All four were in festive attire, with a red underlining, Hu Yijun wore yellow and red, Wang Muran donned a brown robe with red sleeves, Wang Yuzhi dressed in a gold-thread-embroidered red satin skirt, even Gao Xiu abandoned his iron armor for a silk-embroidered cloud-patterned gown.

With the main seating complete, it's time for the newlyweds to enter.

Lighting candles, burning incense, and playing music.

The next moment, Hu Zhou and Gao Junyu's figures turned out from outside.

Compared to their parents, they were even more resplendent in red.

Hu Zhou wore a red-gold embroidered long robe, hair styled in a crouching tiger bun, wearing a bright silver tiger head crown, striding with heroic spirit.

Gao Junyu wore a feathered golden phoenix crown, dressed in a gold-thread red-cloud-pleated skirt, draped with a golden incandescent veil, her mouth curled in a smile, rarely showing a hint of feminine allure.

"Wonderful!"

"Congratulations!"

"A match made in heaven!"

"They look so perfect together!"

"May they soon have children!"

"Great potential, Dingfeng Mountain finally has successors!"

Hu Zhou and Gao Junyu, guided from the entrance through the hall, arrived before their four parents.

Then an old gentleman emerged from the side, unfurled a scroll of blessings, cleared his throat, and loudly recited.

Parallel phrases and paired couplets, adorned with flowery chapters.

The old gentleman, though devoid of cultivation, his voice resounded throughout the hall, thanks to a spell amplifying his voice placed on him.

"..."

Lu Zheng dared to assure that even if the text wasn't penned by Wang Muran himself, it surely underwent his review and refinement.

Because he was the only one enjoying it with a nodding head, face full of appreciation.

As for others, even Lu Zheng found it hard to follow, let alone the hall's gathered crowd.

With his eyes scanning, Lu Zheng noticed the fellow distinguished guests at the table all had dilated pupils, looking baffled.

Fortuitously, Wang Muran was aware, the text wasn't lengthy, totaling around a thousand words, finished soon.

"Bravo!"

"Excellent piece!"

"Well said!"

"Indeed complements today's wedding!"

With the reading concluded, the elder stepped down.

Instantly, the attendees erupted in applause and cheers, especially led by the previously baffled Master Qingyang and Du Sheng.

Yes, Lu Zheng and Liu Qingyan were naturally among them.

"Magnificent text, undoubtedly from the esteemed Confucian Sect, this parallel prose brimming with literary flair, true emotion and intent, deeply moving!" Lu Zheng praised, hands clapping with admiration.

Liu Qingyan: ←_←

After the blessings ended, the wedding continued with the next steps.

Offering incense, bowing, guiding, and conducting the ceremony.

Similar to the wedding Lu Zheng attended at the Lushui River God's Mansion, nearly identical in structure.

Not sure if the Southern Border is heavily influenced by Great Jing, or Wang Muran's involvement.

Though more grand than the Lushui River God's Mansion wedding, yet finer details seem lacking.

The Lushui River God, though less powerful than Dingfeng Mountain and Feixiong Mountain, being officially appointed by Great Jing, paid more attention to ceremony details than Wang Muran, an unacclaimed scholar and non-noble.

The process lasted half an hour, the wedding ceremony concluded, Hu Zhou and Gao Junyu were led into the bridal chamber.

While the wedding banquet guests found Dingfeng Mountain attendants appearing, each holding a large wine jug, pouring for everyone.

Next moment, the aroma of wine filled the air.

Hu Yijun and the three others raised their glasses, inviting guests, "Many thanks, friends, for your congratulations, let's all drink to this cup!"

"Cheers!"