My strength increases by one percent every day; I can destroy stars with my bare hands.

Du Tianyuan personally led him to the main seat and sat down beside him.

Seeing that the two had taken their seats, the others also sat down.

After a few rounds of drinks, the atmosphere gradually warmed up.

Du Tianchuan, the eldest patriarch of the Du family, was the first to raise his glass, smiling as he looked at Li Xuancang.

"Marquis Wu'an, you are young and promising, your fame resounds throughout the land. This old man toasts you!"

Li Xuancang raised his cup in greeting and drank it all in one gulp.

"You're too kind, senior."

Du Tianchuan put down his wine glass, stroked his beard, and a glint of light flashed in his eyes.

"Besides assuming his post in Yuzhou, is there anything else on Marquis Wu'an's return to the capital this time?"

Upon hearing this, the entire room fell silent.

All eyes were on Li Xuancang.

Du Tianyuan held his wine glass, not responding, but just looking at Li Xuan with a smile.

Li Xuancang put down his wine cup, a slight smile playing on his lips.

"The most important thing for me on this trip back to the capital is to marry your esteemed daughter, Miss Ruomei."

He got straight to the point without any beating around the bush.

A hint of admiration flashed in Du Tianyuan's eyes, and he burst into laughter.

"Very well, Marquis Wu'an speaks frankly. Ruomei has been the apple of my eye since she was a child. I have been looking forward to her marriage for many years. Now that she can marry Marquis Wu'an, it is Ruomei's good fortune and the Du family's honor."

It is a blessing for the Du family to have such a promising son-in-law as Li Xuancang.

Li Xuancang bowed slightly: "Miss Du is talented and beautiful, and famous throughout the capital. It is an honor for me to be worthy of her."

Hearing Li Xuancang's words, everyone in the Du family was overjoyed.

The atmosphere in the hall became increasingly harmonious, and Du Tianyue from the second branch of the family took the opportunity to speak.

"Since it is a marriage alliance between two families, the wedding date should naturally be chosen as an auspicious day."

"I have some knowledge of divination and have been working on this for several days. I would appreciate it if Marquis Wu'an could take a look."

He took out a red note from his sleeve and handed it to Li Xuancang with both hands.

Li Xuancang took it and unfolded it to take a look.

Three dates were neatly written in small regular script on the red paper.

September 18th is an auspicious day for marriage, as it is a day of harmony and good fortune.

The sixth day of the tenth lunar month is an auspicious day for marriage, as it is auspicious according to the lunar calendar.

October 28th is an auspicious day for betrothal, a day of heavenly pardon, and the most auspicious day.

Li Xuancang's gaze swept over the three dates, and after a moment's thought, he said, "September 18th..."

Du Tianyuan's heart tightened; this date was approaching, with less than a month left.

"Too close."

Li Xuancang shook his head, "I have many matters to attend to upon arriving in the capital. I fear that a hasty marriage would slight Miss Ruomei."

Li Xuancang's words were not an excuse, but a genuine lack of time.

He also had to meet with the emperor and deal with various forces in the capital; the time was too short.

Du Tianyuan breathed a sigh of relief and smiled, "What about October?"

October 6th.

Li Xuancang's finger landed on the second day.

"This is a good day. The autumn air is crisp and clear, perfect for anything."

Du Tianyuan looked at Du Tianyue.

He calculated with his fingers and nodded, saying, "The sixth day of the tenth month is an auspicious day, with the Heavenly Virtue and the Monthly Virtue in harmony. It is suitable for marriage, betrothal, and weddings."

"Then it will be the sixth day of the tenth month."

Du Tianyuan made the final decision and picked up his wine glass.

"Come, let's drink this cup to the delight of Marquis Wu'an and Ruomei!"

The entire room responded in unison, and they drank their wine in one gulp.

In the flower hall, Du Ruomei and the female members of her family heard the conversation clearly.

"October 6th..." she repeated the date softly.

Cuiping leaned closer, her face beaming with joy.

"Miss, there's only a little over a month left! Congratulations, Miss!"

The others in the hall looked at Du Ruomei with envy.

Especially those unmarried women, felt jealous and regretted it too late.

If they had fought with all their might back then, they might not have lost to Du Ruomei.

By then, everything was already set in stone, and it was too late for regrets.

Li Xuancang was the Marquis of Wu'an, who shared the fate of the nation, and the garrison commander of Yuzhou. He was also handsome and dashing, making him the perfect marriage they had always dreamed of.

In the future, they will also be arranged marriages by their families, and it will be almost impossible to find someone who can rival Li Xuancang.

After the wedding date was set, the atmosphere became more relaxed.

The elders of the Du family began to chat about the wedding preparations.

"Should the wedding banquet be held at the Du residence or the Marquis's residence?" someone asked.

Everyone looked at Li Xuancang. He thought for a moment and said, "We will hold one event each at the Du residence and the Hou residence. On the wedding day, the bride will be welcomed at the Du residence, the lunch banquet will be held at the Du residence, and the dinner banquet will be moved to the Hou residence."

The two wedding banquets allowed both the Du and Li families to have a good time.

"My son-in-law is very thoughtful."

Du Tianyuan has no objection.

Du Tianyue then asked, "The guest list..."

"The guest list can be decided by the Du family."

Li Xuancang said casually, "I have little influence in the court and don't know many people. The Du family's relatives and friends are my relatives and friends."

These words were perfectly worded, giving the Du family face while also making his own stance clear.

After the marriage, the Du family and the Li family became one entity.

The look of satisfaction in Du Tianyuan's eyes deepened.

He is neither arrogant nor impatient, knows when to advance and retreat, and understands the proper measure; he is by no means someone who only knows how to resort to force.

A son-in-law like this is hard to find even with a lantern.

The banquet lasted for more than an hour before Li Xuancang left the Du family amidst everyone's farewells.

"Miss, the Marquis has left," Cuiping whispered a reminder.

"I know."

Du Ruomei put down her teacup and stood up.

She walked to the window and opened it.

The night breeze, carrying the fragrance of osmanthus blossoms, wafted in, ruffling her hair and dress.

"October 6th..."

She silently repeated the date in her mind, and a beautiful smile curved her lips.

"Cuiping".

"exist!"

"Go and prepare my birth chart, and send it to the Marquis's residence tomorrow. Also..."

She paused, her ears turning slightly red.

"Organize all the spirit stones and pills I've accumulated over the years and send them over as well."

Cuiping's eyes widened: "Miss, that's your secret stash of money!"

Du Ruomei's voice was soft, yet firm.

"He is the Marquis of Wu'an, and he maintains a large number of soldiers, which costs a lot. I can't help him with anything else, but I can always help him with some money."

Cuiping was stunned for a long time, then suddenly burst out laughing.

"Miss, you're not even married into the family yet, and you're already trying to save money for the Marquis?"

Du Ruomei blushed and turned to hit her.

Cuiping smiled and dodged away, running off in a flash.

Du Ruomei was not naive; in fact, her thoughts were more profound than others.

She knew that Li Xuancang had no shortage of resources and money, but she still gave him her own savings to show her attitude through her actions.

"People all pursue mutual affection, but they don't know that poverty-stricken couples suffer a hundred misfortunes, while power and status are the real tonic for love, a great tonic."

Du Ruomei was born intelligent and knew her future destiny and what she wanted from a young age.