Chapter 213: The Daoist Grave Digger
The room was lit by the glow of red candles, shadows flickering across the walls. It was supposed to be a festive scene, yet with the coffin placed in the center, all sense of joy turned eerie. Even the guests present couldn’t shake off the unsettling feeling creeping over them.
“First, bow to the heavens and earth...” a voice called out shakily.
In the hall stood three figures: one holding a spirit tablet, symbolizing the groom. Another supported the bride, dressed in red wedding robes. However, her stiff, unyielding limbs added an extra layer of unease to the scene.
Song You stood nearby with Lady Calico and the gray-clad swordsman, each observing the scene before them. Song You was calm, Lady Calico looked intrigued, and the gray-clad swordsman’s gaze was cold.
Behind them was the young lady from the Cao family, her face pale with fear.
“Second, bow to the elders...
“Now, bow to each other as husband and wife...”
Miss Cao, standing beside the gray-clad swordsman, stared blankly at the scene ahead. She bit down on her lip, trembling with a mix of fear and anger. Tears streamed down her face, and, overcome by weakness, she collapsed to the floor.
The gray-clad swordsman quickly helped her up. Even standing again, she could barely steady herself.