Douluo Jueshi: I can only explode the ring, all I can do is operate.

Chapter 264 Seeking Stones
There were a total of twenty-two tables. Ning Wuque made twenty-two trips, drank twenty-two cups of tea, and served tea to each of the titled Douluo present. It took him more than half an hour to complete one step and move on to the final step of the waiting process.

"Please wait a moment, everyone. Wuque will be back soon."

Upon arriving at the entrance of the auditorium, Ning Wuque bowed to the people inside to take his leave, and then strode out towards the two small courtyards on the left and right outside the auditorium.

He first went to the left courtyard, where Ning Fengxiao, Yu Yeming, and Gu Long were sitting together. There was also an elderly woman whom Ning Wuque did not recognize; she was Ning Fengxiao's mother, a senior elder of the sect.

The rest were several immediate family members, including Ning Wuque's three brothers-in-law and one sister-in-law.

"Father, Mother, Grandmother, Great-grandfather, and eldest brother, eldest sister-in-law, second brother, and third brother, please."

After saying this, Ning Wuque stepped forward and offered his hand to Gu Long, leading him and the others out of the courtyard and towards the auditorium.

After seeing everyone into the hall and taking their seats, Ning Wuque began to pour tea and cut cakes.

The tea-pouring was the same as before, but there was an extra step of cutting a cake called "Qianyuan Cake". Eating Qianyuan Cake would make Ning Wuque as close as family to the Ning family and ensure a connection in the next life, which had great symbolic meaning.

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"Such strict rules, they look so tiring."

On the Body Sect's side, Huo Yuhao communicated with Vina sitting beside him using his mental power. After glancing at Huo Yuhao, Vina also replied using her mental power:

"The Nine Treasures Glazed Tile School has a history of at least 15,000 years. Their rules were passed down from their ancestors. Many long-established sects and even families have their own rules. For example, in the Body Sect, if members of the Body Sect want to form a friendship, they will hold a three-day grand banquet, where elders and disciples will enjoy themselves together."

But we royalty are different. We prefer simplicity, so we emulate the ancient Spirit Hall era by building churches and having highly respected figures preside over the weddings, just like we did for our engagements.”

"Wouldn't that mean we'd have to do it again?"

"Yes, the next one will be even grander. My father said the whole country will celebrate for three days. How about it, are you looking forward to it?"

"I'm really... looking forward to it."

After saying that, Huo Yuhao's eyes were fixed on Dai Hao not far away. Of course, he was looking forward to it, after all, he would have avenged his great enemy at that time!

However, when his gaze fell on that familiar figure, he frowned and then looked away.

"younger brother………"

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Just like when he invited Gu Long and his entourage, Ning Wuque invited the Wu family members into the hall one by one, and finally invited his grandfather Zhang Can in.

The only difference was that the cake given to Zhang Can was called "Reunion Cake". Ning Wuque and Zhang Can each had half, which meant that even if they left home, they would still have a day when they could be reunited. Especially in the seven days before Zhang Can passed away, Ning Wuque had to be there no matter what.

Of course, this is just a symbolic meaning. In reality, if he were to become a god, Ning Wuque would definitely not let Zhang Can leave him, unless Zhang Can himself was unwilling. Otherwise, if he could do it, he would definitely grant him a divine position.

There are many intricacies involved, but each one has its own significance.

After Ning Wuque finished the first procedure, it was already past eight o'clock in the morning. He returned to the main seat and then waited quietly with everyone.

Within five minutes, as waiters entered, plates of delicacies, pastries, and fruit teas were placed on the long table in front of everyone.

Only after the table was full did Ning Wuque stand up and bow to everyone:

"Distinguished guests, Wuque is about to embark on a tour of his sect and quarry stones, so he will be unable to join us for this celebration. We will have a meal and drinks later tonight. Please don't stand on ceremony; after breakfast, we will meet at Wuqiu Chengpin's place to witness Wuque's grand wedding procession." "Wuque, you may go now. I know your sect has many rules. Hmm, this fish is quite good. Where did you catch it?"

"Old Poisoner, you're still as rude as ever. Hmm, this chicken leg is quite nice. Is it a Phoenix Feathered Bird? Alright, Wuque, you can go now."

"Hmph, you're not much better, you're all slovenly!"

The two level-98 Super Douluo, who were equally matched, were quite casual, but the others were not so. They all returned Ning Wuque's greetings before starting to enjoy the breakfast prepared by the Nine Treasure Glazed Tile School.

Ning Wuque then walked towards the door, and Ning Wuyou also got up and left. He walked a step behind Ning Wuque, and the two left side by side.

The next part is the second segment, called "Parade".

Ning Wuque first walked the route of the marriage proposal, and at the same time served tea to several elders and senior members of the sect. They ate in some open spaces on both sides of the road, along with all the disciples and children of the sect.

Only when Ning Wuque arrives can they begin their meal according to the rules.

Once everyone has reached the end, Ning Wuque can eat the dishes prepared by Ning Tian and Wu Feng in front of the bridal chamber before proceeding to the third step, "quarrying stones."

Because they were walking briskly, the entire wedding procession route was completed in just half an hour. Ning Wuque walked from the hall to the front of the bridal chamber.

Under the willow tree planted in Ning Tian's courtyard, four dishes prepared for him by Ning Tian and Wu Feng were placed on a wooden table.

"Can I not eat?"

The presentation was just average: a bowl of fish soup, a plate of meat, a plate of vegetables, and a plate of fruit.

Aside from fruits and vegetables, Ning Wuque didn't seem to have much of an appetite. After all, you can't expect two young ladies with absolutely no cooking experience to cook a good meal for you all at once.

Being able to eat it is the highest attitude. Sometimes, a good-looking appearance doesn't necessarily mean it tastes good, and it might even be poisonous.

"No way! I heard from my dad that he was almost poisoned by my mother back then. Luckily, he had my grandfather's foresight and prepared a lot of medicine. Hahaha!"

"Ugh……"

Shaking his head, Ning Wuque picked up a piece of food in each hand, opened his mouth as if drinking water, poured it into his mouth, and swallowed it whole.

He didn't want to suffer, so he had no choice but to do this.

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"Ugh, really, can't you trust me a little more?!"

"Hahaha, Wuque is really... It's okay, Fengmei, he can't escape. From now on, we'll cook for him every day and watch him eat it bit by bit."

"Hmm, good idea!"

The two, dressed in their wedding gowns, stood in the tower and looked down from the window. Seeing that Ning Wuque showed no interest in tasting it, they secretly plotted to make him make it up to them after the wedding.

To prank Ning Wuque, Ning Tian and Wu Feng deliberately made the fish soup too salty and the vegetables too bland, while the other two "had no problem".

After all, we can't let Ning Wuque go hungry, can we?
(End of this chapter)