On the evening of the 17th, those coming to welcome the bride were to stay at the bride's family home overnight, only leaving the following morning with the bride in tow. Zhixiang and his group were arranged to stay at Dongkua Yard for the night. That night, the Lu family's home was lit up brightly, bustling with activity in preparation for sending off the bride the next morning.
On the morning of the 18th, everyone rose early. After Zhixiang had washed and dressed, breakfast was conveniently served in Dongkua Yard, and everyone had a bite. Of course, the breakfast consisted of dumplings—welcoming the bride with dumplings and sending her off with noodles is the custom.
