Wang Daoyuan followed Cang Ming all the way to a towering palace at the very heart of the palace complex.
Only after entering did he discover that the old dragon Cang Hai was there as well.
Wang Daoyuan cupped his hands. "Greetings, Daoist Friend. Everything on Dragon Tail Island has been prepared. The Wang Clan was once merely a small lineage and had only risen to prominence over the past few centuries. Thus, there are few elders in the clan, and they have happened to be in seclusion. Twelfth Uncle's marriage can only be handled by us juniors. I came here to discuss with you when the wedding date should be set."
Cang Hai seemed thoughtful before speaking. "We are almost ready on our side as well. Our dragon race does not have many cumbersome rites, so Daoist Friend should decide."
Wang Daoyuan nodded. "Since that is the case, then I will overstep my bounds."
"One month from now is an auspicious day. Our people will come to receive the bride."
Cang Hai smiled. "Good. This old man will wait here for Daoist Friend Wang's grand arrival."
"Not many Wang Clan members can spare the time, so few clansmen have come this time. According to custom, when an important member of the clan marries his principal wife, there should be three matchmakers and six betrothal rites, with all clan elders taking part. Unfortunately, only a handful of Wang Clan descendants have been able to reach this Dragon Palace. Thus, the ceremony will be somewhat simple. I intend to handle the presentation of betrothal gifts and the bridal procession together. I hope Daoist Friend will not take offense."
Cang Hai waved his hand. "Daoist Friend is too courteous. Although human weddings are rather particular, cultivators place cultivation first, and cumbersome formalities