Chapter 74

Chapter 74: Wedding - Part 3!

The kiss concluded, and the blushing newlyweds exchanged smiles.

After the cheers settled down, Toguru and Yukari walked over to the couple's side.

"This is from the guild members," Yukari said, as Toguru handed over a box.

"Can we see what's inside?" Yukari smiled.

Shikibu wiped tears with his finger and opened the box.

Inside was a picture frame.

"Toguru chose this."

"Yukari, don't say unnecessary things."

Toguru blushed.

"Thank you, Toguru."

Shikibu expressed gratitude.

"That's quite an interesting idea," Laura joined them. "Well, getting married is a new beginning, so it's better to have many people celebrate."

"Indeed, that's an intriguing thought."

"By the way, what do you have in your hand?"

"Oh, this is a 'camera.' I took it at Illia's request. It was interesting, so I took a few shots."

Photographs in this world are quite valuable.

Newspapers rarely feature photos.

Mostly, they consist of text with occasional illustrations.

Shikibu's choice of a picture frame surprised me, but was this the intention?

However, he uses it for research equipment...

What kind of research is he even doing?

"Hey, could you take a group photo later?"

"Sure, making a favor for Tact is very welcome!"

"I have a bad feeling about this!"

"Murasaki, Shikibu!"

They called the bride and groom, asking them to greet the guild members.

"We appreciate you doing this for us."

Though a short speech, everyone here understood that it was the best Murasaki could muster.

Next, Shikibu said,

"As the guild master, as an adventurer, there hasn't been a day as joyful as today. While we adventurers constantly face the reality of death, we'll continue to strive so that none of us ever falters. Please continue to support this inexperienced guild master and us as a couple."

As their words of gratitude concluded, applause echoed as the two bowed.

"Um, the ceremony is officially over, but ladies, please gather over here."

Once the women gathered,

"Shikibu will turn around and toss the bouquet, someone catch it before it hits the ground."

I didn't understand, but I'd give it a shot.

"Alright, Shikibu, go for it."

"Three, two, one," the bouquet soared and fell into someone's hands.

"Shikibu, you can turn around now."

He looked back and saw Yukari holding the bouquet.

"Everyone might not understand, but where I grew up, catching the bouquet is a superstition that means the one who catches it will get married soon."

Yukari blushed.

People teased her.

I didn't really know the detailed meaning of "bouquet toss," but whatever.

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"Okay, everyone line up."

Laura held the "camera" and directed everyone to position around the bride and groom.

I wasn't interested in being in the picture, so I watched behind Laura.

Most guild members were new to being photographed, resulting in frozen poses or varied expressions as they tried to look their best.

I wish "cameras" and entertainment devices were more accessible...

How expensive are these "cameras" anyway?

"Tact!"

Murasaki called me, and I replied, "I'm good!"

But since others were also calling, I reluctantly joined the photo.

Kuro and Shiro were hiding, as per Murasaki's wish.

I ended up standing next to Murasaki.

"Okay, ready to take the shot! Three, two, one," a faint sound clicked.

"Alright, that's a wrap!"

Everyone let out a sigh of relief.

"Cameras are quite something."

"The second party will have dishes that Gail prepared. Alcohol is self-serve, so bring your own! It's covered by donations, so it's all-you-can-drink and eat!"

The guild members moved to the nearby tavern, making a ruckus.