Love Like The Galaxy (Fanfiction)

VI. Husband and wife

Two hours had passed since Huo Buyi had retired for the night. He is alone in his military bed, looking at the ceiling of his tent. A lot of things have happened since the last few days; he has saved Shao Shang from certain death. She was trapped by the vile woman who blamed her for her husband's death. He had rushed over to save her and almost died doing so. Then he had to go save the crown prince and Shao Shang had to protect the village. They had both succeeded in their mission. But what was most important to him is that she had forgiven him.

He never thought in his wildest dream that it could happen, but she did. He feels like he is on a cloud. Furthermore, he can't stop the happiness in his heart. A long time ago, he had made a vow that if she were to ever forgive him, he would devote his life completely to her happiness. And that's what he's going to do tomorrow.

He couldn't stand to be apart from her and he didn't want to let her flee this time around. So, he asks for her hand again, but this time he made sure to do it when they were both alone. He didn't want to repeat the same mistake twice. Shao Shang just smiled and said yes. He had hugged her so tight that she had to hit his arms several times, so he would release her to breath.

They had laughed after, and they had walked together hand in hand to ask permission of Shao Shang's parents. He had expected a strong opposition, but Shao Shang's parents gave him their blessing. But he was warned by all her family members that if he ever hurt her again, they would hunt him down. He bowed and thanked them.

It will still take time for Zisheng to adjust to having a family, but he will ask for help this time around for Shao Shang sake and his own happiness. Apparently, to make your in-laws train at the dawn of time, is not taking care of them. He will do better this time. Yes, this time he is going to allow himself to be happy. He is both nervous and excited about the wedding tomorrow.

Shao Shang's mom, her cousin, and her sister-in-law did all the preparation for the wedding. He was not following protocol, normally he needs to send betrothal gifts and the emperor should be present. But Shao Shang and Zisheng were too impatient to wait till they reached the capital. It was going to be a small wedding, and they would make a second wedding reception once they returned to the capital. He did send a letter to the emperor to inform him of his nuptials. After all, he did nag him for years to get married.

Zisheng is sure that once back in the capital, the emperor would give him an ear full, but it really doesn't matter. There's still a bit of doubt in his heart, what if he couldn't make her happy? What if all he was capable of was hate and pain? It's part of the reason why he can't sleep tonight.

He tries his best to remember what they told each other tonight before bed. In his heart, they had both said their wedding vows. Shao Shang smiled so brightly, she was so beautiful with her red cloak with fur. Just like the day he fell for her on the street of the capital.

He misses her already and He wanted to be with her now. This is getting ridiculous, tomorrow at the same time she will be his wife, he shouldn't worry or miss her already. But he does very much so.

He sits up in his military bed and grabs his booth and puts them on. Zisheng decided to go take a walk and get a bit of fresh air. It will keep his dark thoughts at bay and help him sleep. He put on his black cloak and left his tent.

He walks for a little while in the camp. He salutes several of his men that are keeping guard of the camps. Furthermore, he looks up at the sky and takes deep breaths.

"You can't sleep?" He heard a female voice say. He turns around and sees Shao Shang dressed in her night clothes, her red cloak over it.

"Shao Shang, your parents..."

"I need air and I want to see you." She said and embraced him. He pulls her closer to him. He breathes her in, Shao Shang always smells of flowers he can't identify. She snuggles into his chest, and he rests his head on hers. She is so small in his arms. He loves that he can cover her completely. She feels like she is already his wife in his arms like that.