Zhu Xian: The way of heaven collapses, and I only have one sword!

Chapter 76 Life is like a string, love is like a cocoon, and the wedding is a disaster!
Lu Xueqi bit her lower lip, trying to calm herself, and nodded slightly in thanks to Wen Min. She raised her hand and gently stroked the wedding dress, her fingertips touching the exquisitely embroidered silk threads, but she felt a mixture of emotions. This wedding dress should have been the beginning of a happy future for her and Chen Qiye, but now it seemed like fate's final gift.

Su Ru gently pulled Shui Yue Zhenren aside and looked worriedly at Lu Xueqi, who was sitting in front of the dressing table. She lowered her voice very low, "Senior Sister, is Qi Ye really... not going to live much longer?"

Shuiyue Zhenren's expression darkened. He nodded slightly, his eyes filled with sorrow. "I'm afraid he won't be able to hold on for much longer. He destroyed the Heavenly Dao with one sword strike, and now his body is already riddled with wounds."

Su Ru sighed deeply, her eyes slightly reddened. "What a good child! It's been so hard for him and Xueqi. I thought I'd have a stable future after returning to Qingyun Sect, but who knew..."

"Fate plays tricks on us." Shuiyue Zhenren's voice trembled slightly. "Xueqi usually looks strong, but now, seeing her like this, I feel really sad."

Su Ru held Master Shuiyue's hand and patted it gently: "Senior Sister, all we can do is make this wedding go smoothly and leave them with some good memories."

Master Shuiyue took a deep breath and calmed himself down. "Yes, I have asked my disciples to make careful preparations. I just hope Qiye can survive these few days, even if... even if it's just for a short time."

Su Ru looked out the window, lost in thought. "Qi Ye modified the Immortal Executioner Sword and re-formed the Immortal Executioner Sword Formation. This kid wants to protect Qingyun Sect and the world."

"He had the world in his heart, but only brought suffering to himself and Xueqi." Tears welled up in Shuiyue Zhenren's eyes. "I hope Xueqi can slowly get over this pain and live a good life."

Su Ru sighed softly, "Who can predict what will happen in the future? I just hope that today's wedding will become the most precious memory of their lives."

Elsewhere, in the courtyard behind the Jade Purity Hall on Tongtian Peak, Chen Qiye, dressed in a red bridegroom's robe, stood quietly. His face was slightly pale, yet it couldn't conceal his distinguished aura. A gentle breeze rustled his clothes, but his gaze remained fixed on the distance, in the direction of Lu Xueqi.

Behind him stood Zhang Xiaofan, Lin Jingyu, Zeng Shushu, and the others. Their expressions varied, and though they remained silent, their hearts were heavy with worry. They knew full well that this wedding might be Chen Qiye's last lingering love in this world.

"Hey, today is my wedding. Why aren't any of you smiling? Are you jealous of me?" Chen Qiye said with a carefree smile on his face.

"Brother Qiye, it's already this late, and you're still joking?" Zhang Xiaofan stepped forward, his voice slightly hoarse, his eyes filled with pity and concern. He looked at Chen Qiye, his brother who had been through countless hardships together, and now stood on the brink of death, with mixed feelings in his heart.

"That's right, Qiye. You're getting married today. It's a huge happy event. We can't wait to be happy!" Zeng Shushu forced a smile, but his eyes were red. He patted Chen Qiye's shoulder hard, as if to pass on his strength and blessings to him.

Lin Jingyu remained silent. He simply walked forward and held Chen Qiye's hand tightly. The strength of his grip seemed to tell him, "No matter what, I'm here."

Chen Qiye felt the warmth of that palm, and his heart warmed, and he squeezed it back with force.

"Alright, stop looking so gloomy." Chen Qiye took a deep breath and looked into the distance. "In my life, I, Chen Qiye, have you brothers and Qi'er. That's enough. Let's go, follow me to welcome the bride!"

After saying that, Chen Qiye and the others tapped their toes and stepped onto their respective magic swords. In an instant, sword energy was everywhere, and brilliant rays of light cut through the sky and flew towards the direction of Xiaozhu Peak.

The fierce mountain wind whistled past and blew on Chen Qiye's face, but he was completely unaware of it, and his mind was full of Lu Xueqi's figure.

He flew at breakneck speed, and soon the graceful outline of Xiaozhu Peak came into view. From afar, Xiaozhu Peak was festooned with lights and colorful decorations, red ribbons fluttering in the wind, and the air was filled with a festive atmosphere. However, beneath this jubilation, there was also a hint of unspeakable sadness.

Chen Qiye's heartbeat quickened. He took a deep breath, calming his inner excitement and nervousness. "Brothers, we're here," he whispered, a hint of unconcealable anticipation in his voice.

The group slowly landed in front of Xiaozhu Peak. Chen Qiye straightened his clothes and was about to enter when he saw a group of female disciples from Xiaozhu Peak, swords in hand, lined up in a row, blocking their path. Leading the group was Wen Min, who looked at Chen Qiye with a complex expression, a mixture of blessing and sadness in her eyes.

"Junior Brother Chen, if you want to marry Xueqi today, you have to get past us first." Wen Min said, his voice trembling slightly.

Chen Qiye was slightly stunned, then smiled in understanding. "Alright, Senior Sister, go ahead and ask me. Even if it means facing mountains of swords and seas of fire today, I will definitely marry Qi'er."

Wen Min took a deep breath, trying to make her voice sound firm. "Junior Brother Chen, since you know how difficult today is, let me ask you this: if Xueqi becomes ill from longing for her, where will your soul go? Will you be able to transcend the Yin and Yang worlds and comfort her feelings?"

As soon as these words were spoken, the surroundings suddenly became quiet, with only the mountain wind sobbing, as if sighing for the heavy worry.

Chen Qiye was slightly startled, then spoke without hesitation: "There won't be that day, because I won't be completely dead in three days."

When Chen Qiye said this, everyone was stunned, their eyes full of confusion and surprise.

Wen Min asked anxiously, "Qiye, what do you mean by that? Don't lie to us."

"The secret of heaven cannot be revealed, but what I can guarantee is that I will return to the world ten years later." On Xiaozhu Peak, everyone was surprised and happy to hear what Chen Qiye said, but they were also half-believing and half-doubting.

A glimmer of hope flashed across Wen Min's eyes, but was immediately replaced by worry. She stared at Chen Qiye, trying to find a hint of falsehood in his expression, but she only saw calmness.

"Qi Ye, are you really sure? Ten years is too long, Xueqi..." Wen Min wanted to say something but stopped, but everyone understood what she meant. Ten years is enough for a person to suffer in longing.

"She will wait for me." Chen Qiye said, his eyes looking into the depths of Xiaozhu Peak, as if he had penetrated through layers of obstacles and saw Lu Xueqi.

"After we get married, will you treat our Xueqi well for the rest of her life?" Wen Min's eyes were red, her voice trembled slightly, and her gaze was fixed on Chen Qiye.

"Life is too short. I want to be with Qi'er for the rest of my life." Chen Qiye said with a smile.

Wen Min took a deep breath, trying to calm herself, and stepped aside to clear the way. "Junior Brother Chen, Xueqi is now in your care." Her voice was choked with sobs, her eyes filled with reluctance and expectation.

Chen Qiye nodded and strode into Xiaozhu Peak. Along the way, red lanterns were hung high, but the festive atmosphere couldn't mask the heaviness in everyone's hearts. He arrived outside Lu Xueqi's boudoir and gently knocked on the door.

"Qier, I'm here to marry you." Chen Qiye's voice was gentle, revealing his unquestionable determination.

The door slowly opened, revealing Lu Xueqi, dressed in a phoenix coronet and bridal robe, as beautiful as a fairy descending from the heavens. However, her red, swollen eyes made Chen Qiye's heart ache. He slowly walked forward, gently holding Lu Xueqi's hand, feeling the coolness of her fingertips.

"Qier, I've kept you waiting for a long time." Chen Qiye said softly.

Lu Xueqi looked at Chen Qiye in front of her, tears welling up in her eyes again: "Qiye, I thought..." She choked and couldn't speak.

Chen Qiye gently held her in his arms and whispered in her ear: "Silly girl, I said I would marry you, and I will definitely do it. From today on, no matter what happens, you must live well."

Lu Xueqi leaned in Chen Qiye's arms, shook her head vigorously, and cried, "How can I live without you?"

Chen Qiye gently held Lu Xueqi's face, wiped away her tears with his thumb, and said softly: "Qier, listen to me, I am not completely gone, you don't have to be so desperate."

Lu Xueqi was slightly startled, a trace of confusion and expectation flashed in her eyes. She asked anxiously, "Qi Ye, what exactly do you mean by this? Don't lie to me again. I really can't bear any more blows."

Chen Qiye took a deep breath and said slowly, "My body can no longer bear the current power, but my soul is still there. I have already made a backup plan. During this period, a person who looks similar to me will appear, but my soul will remain dormant in his body for a while."

Tears glistened in Lu Xueqi's eyes as she stared at Chen Qiye, as if she wanted to engrave every word he said into her heart: "Qiye, is everything you said true?"

"Of course it's true. Let's go, but don't miss the auspicious time." Chen Qiye nodded slightly and reached out to wipe away the tears from Lu Xueqi's eyes.

Surrounded by the crowd, Chen Qiye and Lu Xueqi walked hand in hand towards the Yuqing Palace. Along the way, the sun shone through the clouds, giving them a layer of gold, but this light could not dispel the thick sorrow in everyone's hearts.

Taoist Master Daoxuan had already led all the teachers and leaders of the Qingyun Sect to wait in the Yuqing Hall. The hall was filled with curling incense and was solemn and dignified.

Following the cry of "The auspicious time has arrived", Chen Qiye and Lu Xueqi slowly walked into the hall. Inside the Yuqing Hall, everyone's eyes were focused on the newlyweds, with some feeling happy, some reluctant, and even more worried about their fate.

Under the gaze of the crowd, Chen Qiye and Lu Xueqi slowly walked up to Taoist Master Daoxuan and began the solemn worship ceremony according to the etiquette of Qingyun Sect.

"Bow to Heaven and Earth!" With the Elder of Ceremonies' slightly trembling voice, the two of them slowly bent down and saluted Heaven and Earth.

"Bow to your parents!" Chen Qiye and Lu Xueqi turned around and bowed deeply to Taoist Master Daoxuan and all the teachers.

Taoist Master Daoxuan's eyes were red and his lips were trembling slightly. He wanted to say something, but in the end, he just sighed heavily. He raised his hand and waved gently, indicating that the two of them should stand up, his eyes full of love and reluctance.

"Husband and wife bow to each other!" As the words fell, Chen Qiye and Lu Xueqi faced each other and slowly bowed. Their eyes met, and the deep affection and attachment contained in them moved everyone present. In that moment, it was as if time had stood still, and the whole world was filled with only them.

After the ceremony, Chen Qiye held Lu Xueqi's hand and slowly walked towards the newly-decorated bridal chamber. Along the way, Qingyun Sect disciples cast their congratulatory glances, but their gazes were filled with a tinge of sadness that was difficult to conceal.

(End of this chapter)