The time has come: ......
　It was the 21st of December.

　The capital of the Lemurian Empire, Nova Lemuria, was in a festive mood.
　Not only Nova Lemuria.
　Preparations for the festival had begun in the major cities of Alethia and Orontia, and even in the smaller towns and villages, a festive mood was forming around the churches.

　What are we celebrating?
　Needless to say.

　The wedding of the Lemurian emperor Hercule Julianos Caesarea and Karolina Galleanos would take place today.






　How many guests are invited?　Your Majesty.
　"Two thousand for the cathedral wedding, six hundred for the luncheon, three hundred for the dinner. Tomorrow's wedding to you will have the same number. Except for the guests.

　Hercule answered Lunalie's question.

　Hercule was dressed in a military uniform and a purple cloak, which was a little more luxurious than usual.
　He was wearing a purple cloak.

　Lunalie wore a modest dress, perhaps considering the fact that Carolina was the main character.
　Still, it's definitely much more flamboyant than what she usually wears.

　So it's the same number of people.
　"Well, ......, I really should make a difference. I've been struggling with ...... how to put it, so I decided to differentiate the length of the ceremony and the number of music.

　If you narrow down the number of people at a lunary's wedding, the average status of the invited guests will rise .......
　For some reason, Lunalie's wedding would be more rare and valuable as a side suite.
　On the other hand, if you increase the number of guests, it will make the lunary look more opulent.

　Well, the opposite is also true.

　After much consideration, it was decided to keep the same number of people and change the contents a little.

　It's complicated. ......
　"You'll have to bear with me on this one, though. Well, it's not much different ......, after all, a wedding is a political ceremony. The love between me and Luna will never change. Isn't that right?

　Hercule said, and pressed up against Lunalie.
　Then he brought his lips close to Lunalie's.

　Lunalie's cheeks turn vermillion and she tries to let Hercule do as he does, but ......
　She came to her senses and blocked Hercule's lips with her hand.

　"What, are you embarrassed?
　"Stupid, back.

　Lunalie pushed Hercule's chest lightly to get some distance, then pointed behind her.
　When Hercule turned around, he saw ......

　"...... You see, Your Majesty. It's my wedding day, why are you flirting with a different woman?
　"Oh!　Karolina, you look beautiful. That dress looks great on you. You look like an angel from heaven!
　"Isn't ...... too obvious a way to divert the conversation?

　It's a great way to make sure you're getting the most out of your money.

　It's a good idea to have a good idea of what you're looking for.

　"She's too smart for me.
　"What did you say?
　Carolina, that dress suits you. You look like an angel.
　...... I'll hit you.

　But I think she's in a good mood.
　Her face is smiling, so she doesn't look very strong.

　"Angels or not, you look good. I think you're beautiful.
　I don't like being complimented by you.

　(You look very happy. ......)

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.
　The expression of the mouth and face do not match.

　"No, but ...... Titus did a good job.

　Hercule's voice is once again one of admiration.
　That's how beautiful Carolina looked in her wedding dress.

　Her beautiful red hair was lightly curled and tied up in a bun.
　The ruby-red color that could be seen through the pure white veil was very mysterious and beautiful.
　A golden tiara adorned her beautiful hair.
　The pure white dress accentuated Carolina's beautiful red color, and the bare shoulders revealed her healthy skin and beautiful collarbone, creating a mature atmosphere.

　Her make-up was light, but it was enough to make her look good.

　But it's a novel design.
　I was surprised when I saw the finished product, but I'm glad I left it in the hands of His Highness ...... Titus.

　I'm glad I left it to His Highness Titus.

　The first novelty was the use of pure white fabric.

　Shiro wedding dress.
　Well, it may be obvious to modern Japanese people.

　But in this world, it is very rare.

　This is because wedding dresses in this world are usually colorful and flashy, such as red and yellow.

　Dyes are very expensive in this world.
　It is customary to dye the dress with more expensive dyes to show off the wealth and power of the family by making it gaudy.

　That's the custom.

　But Carolina's wedding dress uses no dyes. It's pure white.



　It's the first time in this world that I've used white instead of a bright color.
　This is probably a new idea in this world.

　However, white is also the color of innocence and holiness in the Messianic religion.
　From a cultural and religious point of view, it is a perfect color for weddings.

　However, they may have thought that ordinary white would be too plain.
　The dress is made of countless pure white lace and embroidered with flowers.

　Therefore, it was not inferior to conventional wedding dresses, but rather more opulent.

　The second novelty is the design that exposes the skin.
　In Messianic religions, women are not allowed to expose their skin.
　This is even more so at weddings. 　

　For this reason, most wedding dresses have long sleeves.

　However, Carolina's wedding dress shows a lot of skin.
　Her shoulders are boldly exposed, her sides, arms, and collarbone are bare, and her back is boldly opened wide.
　Her fingerless gloves covered her elbows, but the ...... fabric was so thin that she was practically exposing her entire arm.

　This was an expression of Titus's insistence that women's clothing should be more feminine, and that it should be as active and open as possible.
　It is also significant that Carolina herself is an active woman.

　In recent years, it has become more and more common to see female elves on the battlefield, let alone humans, and while some people may think this is a bit of a letdown, no one would blame them.

　In fact, it is likely that this will be an opportunity for more skin to be exposed.

　(But ...... aristocrats, diplomats, and connoisseurs of merchants will be astounded by this. ......)

　Karolina's wedding dress is mainly made of silk.
　Silk is a rare fiber, produced only in the Land of Silk, farther east than the Kingdom of Foulds.

　That's why it's incredibly expensive.

　In addition, there are countless lace and embroidery ......

　At a glance, you can see that it is a very expensive item.

　(...... Let's not mention that you can build two huge mansions with a garden with one of these.

　Well, this was not a problem at all since Hercule was extracting a large amount of taxes from the people of the Lemurian Empire.

　(There would be economic benefits from the wedding, and tax revenue would increase.

　(The wedding would have an economic effect and increase the tax revenue.) Hercule was thinking about such things as a human being.

　"By the way, Your Majesty. I have a question.
　"What's wrong?　Luna.
　"What about ...... Vale?

　That's what Lunaria is trying to say.
　I thought only virgins were allowed to wear the veil.　And.

　As you know, Hercule and Karolina had spent the night together.
　Carolina's innocence has been scattered by Hercule.

　It's no secret that Carolina has been sleeping in the Nova Lemuria Palace lately. But only the servants know that Karolina and I have been sleeping together in bed. Well, I mean, socially, I'm a virgin. No problem.
　What about me, by the way?
　You're a virgin too, right?　Well, it's rather well known that I've been in bed with you. ...... I said I've been in bed with you, but I'm pretty sure I never mentioned the presence or absence of virgin membranes.

　So she's a presumed virgin.
　Then it's a virgin. No doubt about it.

　Well, there are women in the world who have conceived virgins. ......

　What is important is the statement of the person.
　If she says she's a virgin, then pregnant women and women who have given birth are also virgins.

　"Well, that's not important. It's time to go. It's time to go. ...... No, princess. It's time to go. Let's go.
　"Yes, ......, Your Majesty. I'm counting on you.

　Karolina gently placed her hand in Hercule's offered hand.





　A carriage carrying the emperor and his bride rode through the streets of Nova Lemuria.
　The beautiful carriage, pulled by four white horses and decorated with gold, silver and jewels, attracted the eyes of all who saw it.

　But what attracted people's eyes more than anything else was ......
　It was the pure white bride riding in the carriage.

　The beautiful girl in a pure white silk dress drew admiring looks from young and old alike.

　"Somehow, you seem to stand out more than me.
　Your Majesty is usually more conspicuous than I am. Sometimes.
　Well, that's true.

　The emperor and his bride, Hercule and Carolina, waved to the citizens as they greeted them.


　""Long live the Emperor!
　"Long live the Empress!
　"Long live the Lemurian Empire!
　"Long live the Emperor and Empress, whom God has given us!
　"God bless the new Empress!
　"God bless the Emperor and Empress!
　May the Lemurian Empire prosper forever!

　Every time Hercule and Carolina waved, the citizens would cheer wildly.

　The Empress is ...... still in the middle of her wedding. You're so quick .......
　Good for you. That's how welcoming they are. Well, it doesn't really matter to me whether the people welcome it or not.



　The carriage carrying the two was guarded by cavalrymen on white horses.
　A band of musicians accompanied them from behind, playing music.
　The petals of flowers fell like snow from above their heads.


　The commoners thanked the gods for their good fortune in being able to see the wedding of the Lemurian emperor, a once-in-a-lifetime event that they did not even know existed.

　The nobles marveled at the scale of the wedding, which they would never have been able to perform themselves.

　Secret agents and emissaries from abroad once again confirmed the power of the Lemurian Empire.




　The parade started from Nova Lemuria Palace and ended at Nova Lemuria Cathedral.

　"Carolina, give me your hand.
　"...... Yes, Your Majesty.

　Karolina put her own hand on Hercule's hand.
　With Hercule's support, Karolina slowly got off the carriage.

　Her surname held the hem of Carolina's long skirt to prevent it from dragging on the ground.

　Let's go, shall we?
　"Yes!



　After that, the ceremony went smoothly according to the traditions and customs of the Lemurian Empire and Orthodox Messianism.

　The first to be invited to the cathedral were Linasha and Titus, siblings of Hercule and members of the royal family.
　Then there were Garufis Galleanos and his wife Mary Galenoas, the family of his bride Carolina.

　In addition, there were the Lemurian vassals, the nobility, the Patriarch, and the kings and deputies from various countries.

　Under their watchful eyes: ......
　The medium, who had traveled all the way to Nova Lemuria, spoke to the two in the customary manner.

　They responded in the usual manner.

　"I swear to the gods." "I swear to the gods.

　Hearing their vows, the medium nodded in satisfaction.
　The medium then recites a prayer for blessing.

　When she was done, Hercule lifted Carolina's veil and let it hang behind her.
　Carolina lifted her chin and closed her eyes lightly.
　Then ......

　Their lips touched.

　"I love you, .......
　"I love you too, Carolina.
　(It's good to be ...... young. ......)

　The medium looked at the kiss between Hercule and Karolina with a bit of envy in her eyes. 　

　I'm sure you'll be pleased to hear that.

　At the Medium's urging, Hercule placed the ruby and gold ring he had prepared in advance on Karolina's ring finger.
　Karolina also put a matching ring on Hercule's ring.

　(...... matching with His Majesty, ...... phew)
　(It's a pain in the ass. ...... Can't this be over soon?　(Well, Carolina seems to be having fun, so I don't mind. ......)

　Although there was a considerable difference in temperature between the two of them inside ......
　It was a happy groom and bride from the outside looking in.



　And so, they became husband and wife.









　
　That ...... is a pity for Lunalie, Your Majesty.

　After the dinner was over, Hercule was relaxing in his military uniform and Carolina in her wedding dress.
　Both of them were reclining on the sofa.

　Both of them reclined on the sofa and looked limp.

　Hercule rang the bell while talking to Karolina.
　In less than a minute, Cifanie arrived.

　"You wanted to see me, Your Majesty?　Your Majesty.
　Cifanie. Bring me some wine and something to eat, please.
　Yes. Uh, ....... Wine is .......
　Bring me a strong red. I'll leave the choice to you.

　Hercule called Cifanie and told her to bring the wine and the snacks.
　Then he spoke again to Carolina.

　I'm sure you'll be happy to know that I'm not the only one.　...... It would have been better if we'd done it together .......
　...... Honestly, I don't want to do that.
　I know, I know. That's why you split them up.

　If Hercule is the emperor, he has to allow concubines, of course.
　But it's better if it's just the two of us at the wedding.
　It is natural to think that the two of you should be alone for the wedding, and of course Hercule took this into consideration.

　I'm not sure if it's a ...... thing, but I can see how the Galleanos and Alshark families would complain if we did it at the same time, "You're disrespecting my Carolina (Lunalie)! It's obvious that the Galeanos and Arshak families will complain, "You are disrespecting our Carolina (Lunalie)!

　You can't do that. I'm not sure if this is a good idea, but it's a good idea.
　"...... wedding night?　...... Oh, you mean s*x.
　Please say "wedding night.
　...... Okay, okay, okay. First night.

　With a glare from Carolina, Hercule revised his statement.

　In the meantime, Cifanie brought him some wine and snacks.
　Hercule made Cifanie step back and poured the wine into wine glasses.

　He hands one of the two wine glasses to Carolina.

　"So, Your Highness. Shall we make a toast?


　"Yes, Your Majesty.

　Lightly, the glasses touch.

　"So, what was the wedding night?
　Well, ......, there's something I'd like to ask of you, Your Majesty. ......
　What is it?　Tell me. If I can do it, I'll do my best.

　Carolina whispered, her face flushed.

　Can't you just ...... dress up like this?
　"No, I don't mind, but ......

　That dress can stand up to two houses.
　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　I'm sure you'll be happy with the results.

　But even if it gets torn or dirty, there's not much need to wear it again.

　I'm surprised you asked.
　...... is good. I've always accepted your ...... and all that.
　"No, I'm not complaining.

　I'm not complaining," Hercule said, placing his lips on Karolina's.
　Their tongues intertwine.

　I'm happy for you, Karolina.
　"Your Majesty, ...... no, my Lord Hercule, ......

　Karolina leans into Hercule with an enraptured look on her face.
　Hercule gently stroked Karolina's beautiful red hair.

　Suddenly, he thought of something there: ......
　Hercule sipped the remaining wine from his wine glass.

　And ......

　I'm sure you'll be happy to hear that.

　He gave the wine to Karolina by mouth.
　Carolina choked on the wine and drank it.

　Then she sipped the wine herself and gave it to Hercule.

　"Carolina, I love you.

　After finishing Carolina's wine, Hercule pushes Karolina down.

　"Yes, Master Hercule, this is .......
　"That's good, no one's watching.

　He said this and ran his lips down Karolina's neck.
　Karolina shivered.

　I love you too, Hercule-sama .......




　I'm not sure what to say, but I'm sure you'll understand.

　"...... at least do it in bed. I'm not sure who you think is going to handle it.

　The sighs of the servants did not enter the ears of the two lovers.