"First bow, to Heaven and Earth."
"Second bow, to the parents."
"Third bow, to each other."
Dressed in a green Official Robe and an Official's Hat, Li Huai'gu smiled as he and the red-veiled Yun Xiang respectfully completed the three ceremonial bows.
Then, they were escorted by a group of ceremonial matrons and maids to the "bridal chamber."
There, more rituals awaited them, such as lifting the veil, sharing the nuptial cup, and the hair-tying ceremony—ceremonies not for the eyes of the guests.
Chen Yi and Xiaodie stood just outside the main hall, watching them depart with a touch of emotion.
After all, he had played a part in helping Li Huai'gu and Yun Xiang get married.
'Lovers have finally become family. I hope they grow old together.'
But if they didn't last a lifetime, he wasn't taking the blame for it.
Chen Yi glanced around and saw the three "parents" in the hall chatting and laughing. His respect for Li Huai'gu's character grew.
