That day, all six Mu Lan Pavilion establishments across four cities were decked out with lanterns and streamers, with dance and music performances in a variety of styles arranged. Anyone who entered and offered a cupped-fist salute with the words "Joy to the newlyweds, and a hundred years of harmony" received twenty percent off their purchases.
This marketing campaign blazed a trail in both Eastern Ridge and the Northern Plains, drawing such frenzied crowds that the streets of all four cities emptied. It became a rare spectacle, so much so that it was later established as an annual shopping carnival in Eastern Ridge and the Northern Plains.
In the bridal chamber, Chen Qi carefully finished applying Mu Lan's bridal makeup. Facing the mirror, Mu Lan could not hold back her tears.
"This is the happiest moment in a woman's life. As your younger sister, I understand how you feel."
"Yes, I'm truly so happy. All the suffering I went through before was worth it, now that I have this day."
People shed tears in happiness, too. They looked so beautiful.
That evening, as the brilliant lanterns first lit up, the rear hall of Blue Flower Pavilion in Spirit Command City was even more festive and lively. Good friends filled the seats, raising their cups and drinking again and again in an extraordinary bustle of celebration.
Mu Lan Pavilion had already risen to fame in several major cities near Spirit Command City, so its proprietress's wedding naturally had to be a splendid, lively affair. Moreover, Mu Bai was now a fully recognized elder of the Spirit Taming Sect and master of its Pill Hall, so every faction naturally had to come and pay its respects. The masters of several Spirit Taming Sect halls, including the Transmission Hall, Enforcement Hall, and Construction