Parts of the church were under renovation, leaving insufficient space. However, as Shi Xinxin and Sheng Chenjin had invited only four guests to their wedding, the church staff readily agreed.
When Sheng Chenjin saw Shi Xinxin appear at the church entrance, he felt an immense nervousness, a feeling that Gao Yuan, who always shared a deep understanding with him, also sensed.
Gao Yuan leaned in and whispered to Sheng Chenjin, "Stay calm, this is a momentous occasion."
Sheng Chenjin straightened his chest, trying to compose himself as Gao Yuan advised.
Beneath the veil, Shi Xinxin's face bloomed with a gentle smile as she walked towards Sheng Chenjin, step by step, until she stood before him.
Sheng Chenjin quietly told Shi Xinxin, "You are beautiful."
Complimented thus, Shi Xinxin blushed shyly.
The two turned to face the priest, who began the wedding ceremony in English.
"Mr. Sheng Chenjin, do you take this woman to be your lawfully wedded wife, to love her, cherish her, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?"
Sheng Chenjin looked at Shi Xinxin, his eyes filled with tenderness, "I do."
Those simple three words were enough to make Shi Xinxin's heart swell with emotion.
The priest then turned to Shi Xinxin, "Miss Shi Xinxin, do you take this man to be your lawfully wedded husband, to love him, cherish him, in sickness and in health, until death do you part?"
Shi Xinxin's eyes welled up with a few tears. She looked at Sheng Chenjin, her deep affection for him uncontainable, "I do."
With those simple words spoken, they became irrevocably bound to each other for life.
Shi Xinxin and Sheng Chenjin stood facing each other, the profound affection and happiness in their eyes palpable to everyone present.
"Please exchange rings."
Gao Yuan brought the rings forward. Sheng Chenjin personally placed the ring on Shi Xinxin's finger, and Shi Xinxin, with great care, did the same for Sheng Chenjin.
The priest declared, "By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife."
Gao Yuan, Xiao Feng, Tang Tang, and Wen Xiaoxiao all applauded, happy for the newlyweds.
The priest then said, "You may now kiss your bride."
Sheng Chenjin lifted the veil from Shi Xinxin's head. She looked up, meeting his gaze.
To her surprise, Sheng Chenjin uttered, "You are truly beautiful!" And then, they kissed passionately, lost in the moment.
The four guests watched the blissful scene between Sheng Chenjin and Shi Xinxin with a sense of deep emotion.
Shi Xinxin looked at the bouquet in her hand. "Today, the bridesmaids and guests are only Tang Tang and Xiaoxiao. Tang Tang has Xiao Feng, and Xiaoxiao is still single, so I've decided to give this bouquet to Xiaoxiao."
Wen Xiaoxiao was so thrilled to receive the bouquet from Shi Xinxin that she almost jumped with joy.
"I hope, Xiaoxiao, that you too will find your destined prince charming soon." She said, looking at Wen Xiaoxiao, who was still dazed with excitement and unsure of what to do next.
Shi Xinxin urged, "Come and get the bouquet!"
As if jolted by Shi Xinxin's prompt, Wen Xiaoxiao finally remembered. She rushed forward, unable to contain her smile, and took the bouquet from Shi Xinxin's hand. "Thank you, Xinxin, thank you."
Wen Xiaoxiao was visibly ecstatic. "I feel so happy right now. I hope soon, very soon, I find a man I can rely on, who will take me around the world! Hahaha! I'll be dreaming and smiling then."
Her words sent everyone into laughter. Gao Yuan, in particular, found the girl incredibly straightforward and refreshingly genuine, devoid of any pretense.
As it was a wedding, after leaving the church, Sheng Chenjin and Shi Xinxin changed into different attire. The six of them then proceeded to a lakeside.
"Wow, how romantic!" Wen Xiaoxiao exclaimed as she stepped out of the car, mesmerized by the scenery.
It was already night. Several tables, adorned with candles, were set up on the lakeside lawn, creating a scene of romantic ambiance that was truly enchanting for a young woman.
Nearby, other couples were also dining.
Shi Xinxin, with a sweet smile, explained, "We're having our wedding feast here too. Please, everyone, consider yourselves guests enjoying the celebration."
Wen Xiaoxiao was overjoyed. "How can it be trouble? Shi Xinxin, it feels like I've experienced so many firsts because of you, things that an ordinary, poor girl like me could only dream of."
With her hands clasped over her chest, Wen Xiaoxiao still looked wistfully hopeful. "How I wish I could have a wedding like this."
Shi Xinxin nudged Wen Xiaoxiao, urging her to come back to reality. "Miss Wen Xiaoxiao, let's eat. I'm getting hungry."
By the time Wen Xiaoxiao opened her eyes, Tang Tang, Xiao Feng, Sheng Chenjin, and Gao Yuan were already seated, clinking glasses.
"Oh, okay!" Wen Xiaoxiao replied and took her seat next to Shi Xinxin.
According to Wen Xiaoxiao, someone like her, an ordinary person, rarely had the opportunity to experience such things. Seeing the luxurious banquet filled her with immense happiness, and she continuously thanked Shi Xinxin.
Wen Xiaoxiao's enthusiasm certainly livened up the party.
Gao Yuan, a notorious playboy, found himself intrigued by Wen Xiaoxiao's demeanor. He had encountered girls like her before, but usually, they were either genuinely foolish or putting on an act to gain favor.
Gao Yuan observed Wen Xiaoxiao carefully for a while and realized her absentmindedness was not an act; she was genuinely a bit simple. This made her even more endearing to him.
After the banquet concluded, Shi Xinxin felt that her dream of traveling the world would have to be put on hold for now. After all, she couldn't expect Sheng Chenjin to abandon his company indefinitely to accompany her.
Therefore, the next day, Shi Xinxin and Sheng Chenjin, along with Tang Tang, Xiao Feng, Wen Xiaoxiao, and Gao Yuan, returned home.
On the plane, Shi Xinxin noticed the interactions between Gao Yuan and Wen Xiaoxiao. She could sense that Gao Yuan seemed to have a special affection for Wen Xiaoxiao, or rather, he was quite interested in her.
The butler and Aunt Yun were waiting at the airport early for Sheng Chenjin and Shi Xinxin's return.
As soon as they saw Shi Xinxin and Sheng Chenjin emerge from the arrivals gate, hand in hand, the butler and Aunt Yun were overjoyed and rushed to greet them.