Chapter 64: Vows of Eternity
"We will now begin the ceremony of vows between Ignatius Chernobog Jörbahamut and Shen Xinghui," the kingdom’s high priest declared solemnly, offering prayers to the gods.
As the priest spoke, Ignatius held Shen Xinghui’s hand.
Each time Shen Xinghui gave a small squeeze, Ignatius’s hand responded with gentle reassurance, grounding him as he stood before the crowd.
"And now, the exchange of vows," the priest announced.
"We will now begin the ceremony of vows between Ignatius Chernobog Jörbahamut and Shen Xinghui," the kingdom’s high priest declared solemnly, offering prayers to the gods.
As the priest spoke, Ignatius held Shen Xinghui’s hand.
Each time Shen Xinghui gave a small squeeze, Ignatius’s hand responded with gentle reassurance, grounding him as he stood before the crowd.
"And now, the exchange of vows," the priest announced.
Turning to face each other before the altar, Shen Xinghui suddenly felt incredibly self-conscious.
The weight of everyone’s gaze pressed on him, but the person in front of him smiled so tenderly that he couldn’t look away.
"Xinghui," Ignatius began, his voice steady and full of warmth. "I will love only you for the rest of my life. I will cherish you and the family we create together for as long as I live."