Extra Chapter: Cousins Fighting for Favor

In mid-March, the spring sun lingered, and the warm breeze carried the fragrance of blooming flowers.

At the Feng family's old residence in the capital, an ancient garden featured a rockery and flowing water, where the silk begonias bloomed beautifully, mirroring the cheerful spring breeze.

Feng Jue had brought his three best men, Cao Cuo, Shen Ran, and Gu Ying, to the Xiao family to pick up the bride.

However, Cao Cuo, Shen Ran, and Gu Ying were less than thrilled to be Feng Jue's best men; they had hoped to join forces with Gu Yang's family and make things difficult for him instead.

The Xiao family's old residence buzzed with guests, filled with representatives from the four aristocratic families and the eight noble clans of the capital, all gathered to celebrate. The atmosphere was joyful and festive.

Inside Gu Yang's bridal room, her closest friends from Jin City and the capital surrounded her.