Ming Zuo

Chapter 289
When Zuo Menggeng proposed that the wedding should be tricky, Xu Ji objected very much.

Considering Xu Guangqi's reputation and the secular world, it's better to be on the safe side.

However, the rest of the family were moved by Zuo Menggeng, and Xu Ji was helpless.

But today, when he brought his daughter to the stage, he suddenly discovered that this novel wedding seemed to be very good.

Originally, as an old father, it was very sad to watch his daughter get married.But at this moment, facing the blessing eyes and applause of relatives and friends, especially when he felt the envious and shocked expressions of the guests, Xu Ji couldn't help feeling proud.

He knew very well that all this originated from Zuo Menggeng's design.

When he looked at the young man opposite, he was not so depressed.

In the solemn melody, Xu Ruolin gently took her father's arm as she was taught, and slowly walked towards the man on the other side of the red carpet.

His warm smile is getting closer and closer, as if two hearts are also moving closer to each other.

Such a sense of ritual gave Xu Ruolin a clear understanding of getting married.

Behind her, two pairs of golden boys and girls were specially found, wearing cute and festive clothes, gently pulling the hem of the wedding dress, which gave her a sense of happiness of being sought after and favored.

When she walked to the middle of the red carpet, the sudden sound of "bang bang bang" resounded through the venue.

When I looked again, countless colorful petals fell like rain from the heights on both sides, decorating this passage of life colorfully.

These are all carefully prepared by him for her.

Feeling everything and seeing all this, Xu Ruolin couldn't help her sweet smile, her bright eyes kept looking at the man who was already close at hand through the veil as thin as onion's wings.

It was also the first time that Zuo Menggeng discovered that it was so urgent to marry the lover he had always dreamed of.

No way, who told him to be married for the first time?

After solemnly saluting Xu Ji, he gently took Xu Ruolin's hand and stood side by side with her.

At this time, a solemnly dressed and excited missionary had already arrived at the main seat.

This person is called Fu Fanji, and he is a missionary who came to China in the same batch as Deng Yuhan.Last year, he preached in Shaanxi, but returned to Songjiang because of the war.

Because he and the Xu family are church members, Zuo Menggeng invited him to witness the marriage today.

This incident caused a great stir among the missionaries.

After the Jesuits were introduced to China, there has always been a great controversy within the Jesuits about whether the Chinese branch should follow the Chinese tradition.

Among them, the diehards represented by Long Huamin believed that the Chinese who believe in the Jesuits must completely abandon their inherent traditions, only in this way can they fall into the embrace of God.

But Matteo Ricci, Deng Yuhan, Tang Ruowang and others knew very well that with the strength of the Jesuits, they were vulnerable on the land of China.

If they don't cater to the Chinese tradition, then they will have no place to stand.

In fact, no one is a fool, and diehards like Long Huamin are a minority in the Chinese branch.

The most troublesome and eager thing for the missionaries is how to increase the influence of the Jesuits on the land of China.

They have tried many methods in the past, but not many succeeded.

When Zuo Menggeng came to ask for help with a new wedding process, the missionaries were overjoyed.

Although Zuo Menggeng changed the wedding process they were familiar with beyond recognition, for example, there was no church, and there was no procedure for priests to ask about the wedding notice.

The so-called asking about the marriage notice, the content is like this.

The priest will ask all the people present at the wedding: "My brothers, we gather here now, before God and his angels and all the saints, before the Church, to unite two bodies, from now on Later, they may become one flesh, they are two souls in the faith and law of God, and in the end they may be united for life. Therefore, I ask you in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Spirit, if any of you One who knows of any kind of reason why these two cannot legally be united, please state it now..."

Although this is just a process, Zuo Menggeng will only join in unless he is ill.

Likewise, the interrogation of the bridegroom and bride does not exist.

Did the new guy secretly do something?
Have you made any oaths?

Zuo Menggeng didn't want to be tortured.

Even so, the missionaries were very pleased to see the wedding process created by Zuo Menggeng.

If through such an improved wedding, the people of Ming Dynasty can realize the beautiful side of Western culture, it will be extremely beneficial to their activities.

For this reason, the Chinese Jesuits regarded Zuo Menggeng as their closest friend, and once again lobbied him to join the association.

Although it was still unsuccessful, it is clear that what Zuo Menggeng did will definitely be written into the history of the Chinese Jesuits.

The poor missionaries didn't know that Zuo Menggeng did this for Xu Ruolin on the one hand, and had strong political factors on the other.

This political factor is not internal, but external.

Zuo Menggeng knew that in this era of great voyages, once the domestic situation stabilized, China would inevitably join in.

No matter how big the world is, the territory is limited.

At that time, it is inevitable to have conflicts and exchanges with these Western countries.

In order to achieve this, Westerners actively adapt to Chinese culture and strive to integrate into Chinese society.So one day, when China's influence expands to Europe, what should be done to achieve good results?

Religion is obviously a good entry point.

In particular, the current religious evolution in Europe provided him with a reference.

Since Christianity can be interpreted arbitrarily, why can't it be explained by China one day?

Cooperating with economic, military, and political measures in this way may have an immeasurable impact on the European continent.

Are these important?
Very very important.

Think about the oppression that later generations of China encountered in Western culture, aesthetics, etc., and you will know how much influence it will bring once the advantages in related fields are established.

But right now, weddings are still the focus of novelty.

It was the first time Fu Fanji showed his face in front of so many celebrities, and he was a little nervous.After finally stabilizing, he began to play the role of his witness.

“Today, under the watchful eye of God and the sun, moon and stars, a pair of kind-hearted newlyweds got married and will spend their lives hand in hand. I believe that with everyone’s blessing and help, their marriage will be happy forever .”

Zhang Haogu, the palm holder, appeared again, leading the applause unceasingly.

After the applause paused, Fu Fanji became serious, and asked loudly: "Dear Mr. Zuo Menggeng, are you willing to marry Ms. Xu Ruolin, who is as beautiful as an angel, to love her, respect her, protect her, and protect her, regardless of health? Or sickness, whether poor or rich, will you always guard your love?"

Zuo Menggeng smiled slightly, then turned to look at Xu Ruolin.What I saw was the girl's slightly drooping head in shame and joy.

"I am willing."

This sound was so firm, and the promise made under the witness of many people was so convincing.

The women present were all intoxicated upon hearing such words.

In their life, they have naturally received many love words.

However, although the lingering in the boudoir night is ecstasy, how can there be such an upright oath that is so touching?

Coincidentally, they all thought of that famous poem that has been passed down through the ages.

[The agreement between life and death is broad, and said with Zicheng.Hold your hand and grow old with you. 】

The ancestors more than [-] years ago dared to boldly say such romantic vows to their loved ones.But today's men are so stingy even in a word of willingness.

Because of this, Xu Ruolin who got Zuo Menggeng's oath is so enviable.

It is estimated that from now on, in the hearts of thousands of women, Xu Ruolin will become their idol.

Fu Fanji turned to Xu Ruolin.

"Beautiful and kind-hearted Ms. Xu Ruolin, are you willing to marry Mr. Zuo Menggeng as a wife, love him, and be loyal to him, regardless of life, old age, sickness, death, rich or poor?"

Xu Ruolin was surrounded by happiness by Zuo Menggeng's "I am willing". Until now, she didn't understand that the simple three words were actually so heavy.

But facing the only man in the world who loves her, understands her, respects her and is willing to support her, she understands her heart very well.

"I am willing."

So far, Zuo Menggeng and Xu Ruolin have gone through the legal procedures as husband and wife.

Next, Fu Fanji said: "The two couples are invited to exchange tokens, sign a contract, and declare your love to the world."

The palm holder Zhang Haogu finally had a place to use his skills. Holding a wooden tray, he walked behind Zuo Menggeng with messy steps.

Although it looks like the waiter in the shop, we are very satisfied to be able to show our face in front of people.

At the same time, Xu Ruoxin also walked behind Xu Ruolin holding the wooden plate.

On the two wooden trays are exquisite red velvet boxes.When opened, inside was an unusually delicate ruby ​​wedding ring.

In front of all the guests, Zuo Menggeng and Xu Ruolin put on wedding rings for each other, officially announcing the birth of a new couple.

(End of this chapter)