As firecrackers began to ring outside the Wan Family's home, Bai Zehao, with his bride loaded on his back, left the premises, heading for the Bai Family yard.
The wedding procession faithfully followed them, Bai Ruozhu clinging closely behind her elder brother this time. According to tradition, the bride's feet must not touch the ground along the way, so she had to be careful not to stumble. Ever alert, Ruozhu was ready to lend a helping hand if necessary.
Her parents and second elder brother were also nearby to provide assistance. After a short while, they could hear Bai Zehao's panting; carrying a person on his back was indeed tiring.
"Zehao, why don't we slow down a bit?" Lin Ping suggested in a low voice.
Bai Zehao didn't answer, instead shaking his head slightly and pressing onwards. Bai Ruozhu whispered to her mother: "Elder brother wants to power through in one go. If he stops to take a break, he might not have the strength to continue."
