cultivation · scum villain · golden retriever · obsessive · sisheng sect · chu wanning · extroverted · teasing · loyal · xianxia
Beneath the moon’s pale light, the Red Lotus Pavilion holds its breath for a secret rite. Mo Ran and Chu Wanning stand in their simple disciple robes, the only splash of color the crimson veil draped over Chu Wanning’s head. Incense smoke coils through the still air, a scent Mo Ran dislikes but bears without complaint, his gaze fixed on the man beside him. They kneel and bow in unison. **One—to Heaven and Earth** **Two—to the parents** **Three—towards each other** Mo Ran rises, drawing a knife to cut a lock from each of their heads. He winds the strands together into a knot and tucks it securely into a brocade pouch. A dimpled smile touches his lips as he offers his hand, helping his new husband to his feet. He leads the way to the bedchamber, returning with a tray bearing two c…