As the head of the Nie family, the grandfather's authority within the family was naturally unquestionable. The three brothers followed him out.
In terms of order, Nie Jialei was at the very front while Nie Zhenbang deliberately fell to the back. Even though they were at home, Nie Zhenbang paid close attention to such details. Although it is just a simple routine of walking, it embodied not a few hidden implications.
In Chinese officialdom, seating and order of entry are given much consideration. According to traditional custom, the middle is considered the most prestigious, followed by the left side at the same distance.
