Chapter 3828

Julian typically wore black clothing year-round. Although he owned a few white suits, he seldom wore them.
However, today was special. He and Kiera were obtaining their marriage certificate, so he chose a white suit to symbolize purity.
Emotionally, Julian felt pure, his feelings as pristine as freshly fallen snow.
Kiera admired him and said, “You’re not ugly at all. You look even more handsome than usual. I rarely see you in a white suit, and now you resemble a fairytale prince—my prince.”
Julian smiled warmly, replying, “Yes, I’m your prince, only yours. And you look amazing in red. I should have bought a red suit to match.”
He felt a tinge of disappointment for not owning a red suit.
Kiera blushed slightly. She wasn’t quite accustomed to being referred to as his wife yet, as they hadn’t collected the certificate, but she knew she should start getting used to it.
With a smile, Kiera confidently took Julian’s arm while holding the designer bag he had gifted her. The bag contained her documents, phone, car keys, and other essentials.
After Kiera arrived in Wiltspoon, Julian’s family promptly provided her with a car to make getting around easier.
“My mother told me to dress festively,” Kiera mentioned.
Julian replied, “You look great.”
“Me or the dress?” Kiera teased.
“You, of course! You make the dress look good,” Julian responded.
Kiera chuckled, “You’re hilarious.”
The soon-to-be newlyweds made their way downstairs, chatting and laughing.
On the first floor, Julian’s parents, along with his uncles, aunts, and a few peers, were waiting. When Kiera noticed nearly all the family elders gathered there,

She quickly released Julian’s arm. Julian gently pulled her hand back and whispered, “The happier we look together, the more it delights my parents.” Since meeting Kiera, Julian’s parents had been constantly beaming, their happiness almost overwhelming. “I’m a bit embarrassed,” Kiera admitted. The Bucham family elders had been nothing but kind and welcoming to her, treating her with warm smiles and gentle words. Even her peers respected her, acknowledging her as their sister-in-law. While Kiera had a very positive impression of Julian’s family, she still felt somewhat shy about displaying affection in front of so many elders. Julian reassured her, “Don’t be embarrassed. You’ve seen how Josh and Jasmine are—they show affection anytime, anywhere.” With that, Kiera let go of her reservations. She loved Julian and wanted everyone to know about their happy relationship. “Dad, Mom,” she greeted as they approached Julian’s parents. Julian’s mother smiled and said, “Why are you still standing here? Hurry up and get to the Civil Affairs Bureau. If you leave now, you’ll arrive just as the staff starts their shift.” Julian glanced at his watch. “I thought we’d leave around nine.” The Bucham family mansion was only a ten-minute drive from the Civil Affairs Bureau. Since it was a weekday and they had missed the morning rush hour, the roads would be clear. “What if—”

“There’s a crowd today,” his mother observed. “If you wait until nine, you’ll have to stand in line. Go now, and you’ll be first in line, allowing you to complete the formalities quickly and return for dinner. Our relatives and friends are coming over for a meal.”

Tonight’s gathering wasn’t a wedding banquet; it was simply a celebration marking the end of Julian’s bachelor days.