Chapter 590 - The True Meaning of Words
Wen Xinya heaved a sigh of relief after the coming-of-age ceremony ended. The ceremony was tedious and complicated, and she had to rehearse it with Zhou Tianyu several times before getting it right. She was so stressed about making it seamless that she had tensed up completely. The heavy hair accessories and gown made her feel as if she was about to suffocate. Traditional customs and rites were too strict and serious.
She was the center of attention for the coming-of-age ceremony.
Wen Xinya returned to her room to change out of the ceremonial attire.
The attire that she had donned today was a traditional Chinese costume that was known to be graceful and beautiful. There were several layers to the attire that was made out of precious phoenix embroidered silk, making her look posh and proper. Although it was classic and serious, it did not make her lose her beauty.
The ceremonial gowns were designed and hand-stitched by Wan Niang. According to Wan Niang, the three gowns took her an entire year to complete, during which she had made several alterations in order to stitch it to perfection.
Wen Xinya sat in front of the mirror and gently touched the hairpins and cap in front of her. She finally realized that the accessories which had played a huge role in the ritual today were bespoke pieces designed by the best jeweler in the world whom Si Yiyan had hired. The design and craft were meticulous, thus allowing for her to have such a grand ceremony.
Wen Xinya removed the gown layer by layer.
Wen Xinya held his hand and refuted. “Don’t! I still have to attend the banquet.”
Si Yiyan caressed her smooth and supple skin gently. Once she settled down, he removed the rest of her clothing and helped her put on the gown that she would be wearing for the banquet.