Chapter 9 wedding across oceans

The western Pacific monsoon with spring tide and rain is moist and warm, and blows here to the fullest; in March at the foot of the Rocky Mountains, the coniferous forest is covered with a careless gray.For a whole spring, Vancouver was immersed in this gray warmth. The old church dissolves into the twilight. The last ray of sunset glow hangs on the cross on the top of the peak, unwilling to fly away, and flutters into a veil as thin as onion wings in the wind. The heavy black door opened, and the music of the pipe organ wafted out, like smoke and mist, flowing slowly under the feet. The red butter candle was lit, and the whole hall was filled with the light of the Holy Spirit.

They walked slowly into the church. The wedding dress with cream-colored lace stretched across the floor, like a piece of slowly moving moonlight. Lin Huiyin was like an angel, and Liang Sicheng, who was standing side by side with her arms, was dressed in a black suit, neat and neat, and looked even more glorious. March 21st is the date when the Song Dynasty set up an inscription for Li Jie, Minister of the Ministry of Industry. They chose this day to get married in memory of this famous ancient Chinese architect. Accompanied by Liang Sicheng's elder sister Liang Sishun and brother-in-law Zhou Xizhe, they walked to the railing of the altar, which is where the bride and groom sit.

After his father died, Lin Huiyin has been deeply tormented by pain. In September 1927, Lin Huiyin finished his studies at the University of Pennsylvania and received a bachelor's degree in fine arts. After 4 years of study and 3 years of completion, he transferred to Yale University's School of Drama, where he studied in C. P．In the studio of Professor Baker, he studied stage art for half a year and became the first student in my country to study stage art abroad.In February of this year, Liang Sicheng also completed the University of Pennsylvania courses and received a bachelor's degree in architecture. In order to study oriental architecture, he transferred to the graduate school of Harvard University. Half a year later, he obtained a master's degree in architecture.

In February 1928, they each completed their studies. Liang Qichao took care of their marriage before returning to China after studying.He advocated holding the most solemn ceremony in a foreign country, with the help of his son-in-law Zhou Xizhe and his daughter Liang Sishun, who are the consul general in Canada, to organize the wedding in Vancouver.Prior to this, an engagement ceremony was held at his home in Beijing. In his letter to his daughter, Sishun, Liang Qichao said that the engagement ceremony was extremely prosperous: These days, the family has been busy writing the ceremony for Sicheng, and it is scheduled to be held in Jingyu on the 18th (December 1927). Since the wedding will be held in the United States, the wedding ceremony is particularly solemn and prudent. some.In the morning, they pay homage to their ancestors and ask for employment. Both men and women pay homage to their elder relatives with the whole post. There is a big banquet at noon and a family feast at night.I originally planned to go to Beijing on a daily basis, but (1) due to the recent turmoil in Beijing and China, and (2) due to the effect of recuperating from illness, after staying in Beijing for a few days, I can’t live and eat according to the law, fearing that my old illness may recur. He strongly advocated that I should not go, and that everything would be carried out by the second uncle, which is the same.Today, I will write and send the temple inscription, which can be commemorated by Sicheng's collection.

There are two jade pendants in my family, one red and one green. At the beginning, the Lin family planned to use one jade seal. Later, I heard that my family had two pendants, and his family also used double seals. But because good jade carvings are rare, we will not engrave them for the time being. Pu.At the end of the ceremony, I plan to remit the dowry of the two families to Kanjing, to be worn when we get married. However, the items are too expensive, and I am afraid that they will be lost. At that time, we will negotiate with the post office and the customs to see if the guarantee can be guaranteed. If not, the parents of the two families will remain. When you return after marriage, it is granted and preserved.

Its meaning is earnest, its affection is lingering, and it is pitiful for a pair of parents in the world.Liang Qichao was really worried about his son's marriage. From the red and green invitations for the betrothal gift to the selection of the big matchmaker, everything was done by himself. He even bought a piece of jade for engagement. Everything has been considered.Although these cumbersome things made him exhausted, there was an unconcealable joy in his heart.In another letter six days later he said: For your dowry these past few days, I am very happy in spirit. You want to grow from a "little one" in your arms, a child to an adult, with good character and knowledge, and a happy marriage is about to be concluded. And soon you will return to your country, back in your arms, how can you be unhappy?Today’s ceremony at home in Beijing was very solemn and lively, and Tianjin was also decorated with small decorations. My brothers and sisters and I played very happily for a long time.Thinking of your mother not being able to stay away for a few years, I can't help but feel a little sad when I see today, but she must be smiling on the other side when she is out of the world.In addition to being officially reported to the temple by the second uncle in Beijing, Dada and others were ordered to pray silently in front of the altar this morning to express his sincerity.

I suggest that you salute at Kanking, what do you mean?I don't think there is anything better than this.You two children in the United States really can't do it by yourself, and you always feel that it is too hasty. It is only dignified and dignified to have a sister treat some guests on your behalf, and to pay respects to the ancestors in the Chinese government office (the ceremony is better in the church). The wedding should only be solemn and not extravagant, as long as the clothes and jewelry are decent enough, everything will be done after returning home, and I would rather save some money for travel expenses.

The wedding begins. The priest with a big beard had already stood on the altar, he was wearing a white cassock, solemn and solemn, and the secretary in a tuxedo stood beside him. The sound of the pipe organ lingers on the roof, as if it is an inspiration from outside. The pastor stepped forward, stretched out his hands to them, and began to explain the purpose of marriage: "You are about to be married as a couple through the permission of God's holy word, and God must say to you in your heart that each soul is like another soul. Is his sacred sanctuary. The human heart has his rest and festivals. Your weddings are like the world of joy. They are love songs. Love, as motivation and reward, is everywhere. Do not profane the glory of God .Love is the sublime language, and it is synonymous with God."

He turned to the bride and groom: "Now I ask you, when all the secrets of the heart are about to be revealed, you need to answer—" He turned to Liang Sicheng, "You are willing to marry this girl as your official wife, love her and cherish her She, whether rich or poor or sick, will not change until death?" "Yes." Liang Sicheng replied loudly. "Are you willing to accept this man as your husband, love him and cherish him, regardless of rich or poor or sickness, until death?" "I am willing." Lin Huiyin replied softly. At this time, Liang Sishun, who was standing on the best man's seat, had tears streaming from his eyes.After Mrs. Li's death, Liang Qichao wrote letters many times to bridge the relationship between his daughter and Lin Huiyin, and Liang Sishun gradually let go of his ideological grievances.This time when I saw Huiyin, it was different than last time. She appeared more graceful and graceful.Liang Sishun felt that his father really had a good vision, and his younger brother had such a good partner, there was hope for happiness in this life.The expenses of their marriage were all raised by Liang Sishun.In the Chinese Consulate, she and Zhou Xizhe arranged several sumptuous wedding banquets for Lin Huiyin and Liang Sicheng.After going to the church, the newlyweds paid respects to their ancestors in the official office according to traditional Chinese customs.The young couple also joyfully bowed three times to their sister and brother-in-law.

After the trip to Vancouver, they will take a trip to Southern Europe according to their father Liang Qichao's plan. The arrangement is detailed and thorough: I have also planned your itinerary for returning from Europe.The first thing I object to is coming back from Siberia, because... there is nothing to see, and there are all kinds of unexpected dangers when entering and exiting the country. Your main purpose is to travel to southern Europe. It is too uneconomical to go back to Russia from southern Europe by train. I think Saving money may cost more.I plan for you to go to Sweden and Norway after arriving in the UK, because Northern Europe is very distinctive, and the municipal administration is also very strict and innovative (the newly built city is the most interesting architecturally, but it is the most interesting in South America. It is a pity that the power is not enough for this trip, next time. Then the Nordic special is impressive.) Must go.Therefore, when entering Germany, except for several ancient cities, it is best to visit the famous fortress on the Rhine River once or twice, turn back to Switzerland, see some natural beauty, and then enter Italy, delay for a while, and thoroughly absorb the beauty of the Renaissance era. Research to understand.In the end, I returned to France and boarded a boat in Marseilles. It is best to spare some time and money to go to Turkey in the middle, to see Islamic architecture and art, and to look at post-revolutionary politics in Turkey.

Liang Sicheng put a ring inlaid with peacock sapphires on the ring finger of Lin Huiyin's left hand.He kissed Lin Huiyin gently. The pastor stretched out his hand to them: "Bless you, happy people. Your marriage record will be recorded in the register of this church forever. May this happy day be with you for the rest of your life." They thanked the pastor and walked out of the church slowly. The people attending the wedding sprinkled pink carnation petals on their heads. The flowers and rain were colorful, and the music of the pipe organ diffused from behind them like moonlight. In the starry sky, the tide of the Milky Way is surging, and the sound of water is brilliant. In the waves of starlight, they coincidentally find the position of their own constellation. That position does not require God's scrutiny.