Exiled!? Ha! I have An Infinite Space

Chapter 168 -

Evening finally settled over the barren lands, and beneath the glow of countless lanterns, the Fu household looked brighter than it ever had before.

The wedding celebration had officially begun.

The courtyard was crowded with people from nearby units and neighboring homes who had come after hearing that the Fu family was holding a marriage ceremony. Some came out of curiosity, some came because joyful occasions were rare in the barren lands, while others came hoping to witness drama after hearing about Bai Ming’s public bet with Li Manman.

Rows of lanterns swayed gently overhead while long wooden tables filled with food lined both sides of the courtyard. The rich smell of meat, soup, and wine drifted warmly through the air together with the sound of lively conversations and laughter.

For once, the barren lands no longer felt bleak.

Near the center of the courtyard, Han Fuji stood waiting beneath the decorated entrance.

Tonight, he had completely abandoned his usual careless appearance. His dark red robes were embroidered neatly with gold thread, his hair had been tied properly for once, and even the constant foolish grin on his face had softened into something calmer and more restrained.

Still, from the way he kept pacing back and forth, it was obvious he was nervous.

Fu Tong stood nearby with his arms crossed while watching him with visible irritation.

"You have walked back and forth seventeen times already."

Han Fuji immediately frowned.

"You counted?"

Fu Tong looked expressionless.

"I became irritated enough to count."

Han Fuji clicked his tongue before adjusting his sleeves once again.

"Why do women take so long to dress?"

Fu Tong slowly looked him up and down.

"Because unlike you, they actually care about how they look."

Han Fuji immediately looked offended.

"I also care."

Fu Tong’s face remained completely blank.

"That makes it worse."

Nearby, several neighbors whispered quietly among themselves while staring at the decorations with surprise.

"I did not expect Han Fuji to prepare this much."

"And Bai Ming actually agreed to marry him."

"I heard he spent a fortune for tonight."

"Where did he even get that kind of money?"

Their voices blended softly into the atmosphere while more guests continued arriving outside the gate.

Meanwhile, beneath the covered side of the courtyard, Master Fu sat together with Grandfather Fu and Grandmother Fu while quietly watching the lively scene unfold before them.

Grandmother Fu kept wiping the corners of her eyes emotionally.

"Our family finally has another happy occasion," she murmured softly.

Even Master Fu’s usually stern expression looked much gentler tonight.

Not far away, Fu Sheng stood beside one of the wooden pillars while calmly observing the surroundings.

Unlike everyone else, however, his attention remained alert.

Su Long had noticed it immediately earlier.

Before leaving to help Bai Ming prepare, she had lowered her voice quietly enough that only he could hear.

"They will definitely cause trouble tonight."

Fu Sheng had not denied it.

Both of them understood Li Manman and Fu Fong too well.

People like them would never accept humiliation quietly.

And tonight, they were losing publicly.

Then suddenly, Madam Fu stepped forward with a warm smile.

"It is time."

The noisy courtyard slowly quieted almost immediately.

Everyone instinctively turned toward the inner hallway leading deeper into the house.

Even Han Fuji immediately straightened his back nervously.

A moment later, Su Long appeared first.

She walked calmly beneath the lantern light wearing dark blue robes, her expression composed and steady as always.

Beside her walked Fu Fei while little Fu Li hurried excitedly between them while holding flower ribbons in her small hands.

But none of them held the crowd’s attention for long.

Because moments later, Bai Ming appeared.

The entire courtyard fell silent.

Even the evening breeze itself seemed to pause for a brief moment.

Bai Ming wore the red wedding dress prepared earlier that day, the rich fabric flowing softly around her beneath the lantern light while delicate gold embroidery shimmered faintly across the sleeves. Her dark hair had been arranged carefully with elegant hairpins that reflected the warm glow around her.

Tonight, she looked completely different from the weary woman people had grown used to seeing in the barren lands.

The surrounding whispers disappeared instantly.

Even Han Fuji froze completely.

For several long seconds, he simply stared at her silently like someone whose thoughts had stopped functioning entirely.

Fu Tong immediately looked at him.

"You stopped breathing."

Han Fuji still did not move.

Fu Tong frowned slightly.

"Han Fuji?"

Finally, Han Fuji swallowed slowly before muttering in a dazed voice,

"I suddenly understand why ancient kings destroyed kingdoms for beauty."

The people nearby burst into laughter immediately.

Even Bai Ming nearly lost composure hearing such shameless nonsense.

Su Long almost rolled her eyes.

Only Han Fuji would say something ridiculous during his own wedding ceremony.

Still, despite the laughter, the atmosphere softened warmly afterward.

Bai Ming slowly walked forward beneath everyone’s gaze while Madam Fu smiled proudly beside her.

Han Fuji remained standing there like an idiot until Fu Tong elbowed him hard enough to force him back to reality.

"Move."

Han Fuji immediately stumbled forward awkwardly before quickly straightening himself again.

The crowd laughed even louder.

Strangely enough, that only made the atmosphere feel more genuine and lively.

Bai Ming finally stopped in front of him.

For a brief moment, the two of them simply looked at each other quietly beneath the lantern light.

Han Fuji’s usual playful expression slowly softened.

Then quietly, he said,

"You look beautiful."

Bai Ming’s fingers tightened faintly around her sleeves while her ears slowly turned red beneath the warm glow of the lanterns.

And for once, Han Fuji did not joke afterward.

Because this time, he truly meant it.

Just as the ceremony elder was about to begin speaking, a loud crashing sound suddenly echoed from outside the courtyard gate.

Everyone startled immediately.

Another loud crash followed soon after, accompanied by rising voices and angry shouting outside.

Then suddenly, Li Manman’s furious scream rang loudly through the night.

"Bai Ming!"

The moment Li Manman and Fu Fong stepped into the courtyard, the entire atmosphere turned cold.

The lively music stopped completely.

Even the surrounding guests instinctively moved aside after seeing the ugly expressions on their faces.

Li Manman swept her gaze across the wedding decorations before sneering loudly.

"This wedding will not happen."

Whispers immediately spread throughout the crowd.

Bai Ming’s expression slowly cooled beneath her red veil, but before she could speak, Fu Fong suddenly stepped forward.

Tonight, his calm appearance looked darker than usual.

His eyes locked directly onto Bai Ming.

"I will not allow you to remarry," he said coldly.

The courtyard instantly became silent again.

Fu Fong’s voice grew harsher as he continued.

"You were my wife once."

His expression darkened bitterly.

"And after betraying me, you think you can simply marry another man and live happily?"

Li Manman crossed her arms proudly beside him while staring at Bai Ming with satisfaction.

Fu Fong took another step forward.

"No," he said coldly. "You will remain alone for the rest of your life."

The air itself seemed to tighten with tension.

"That is your punishment for being a cheating wife."

Several guests frowned immediately after hearing those words.

Even Madam Fu’s expression turned ugly.

Han Fuji’s eyes darkened instantly.

But before anyone else could react, Bai Ming suddenly laughed softly.

The sound startled everyone slightly.

Then slowly, she lifted her gaze toward Fu Fong.

"Is that so?"

Her voice was calm.

Too calm.

A faint smirk appeared on her lips beneath the lantern light.

Then, without another word, she turned slightly and gave the ceremony elder a small signal.

The old elder immediately understood.

His expression straightened at once before he raised his voice loudly across the courtyard.

"The ceremony begins!"

The sudden announcement shocked everyone.

Even Li Manman froze briefly in disbelief.

Then the elder continued loudly,

"Bow to Heaven and Earth!"

Han Fuji immediately turned toward Bai Ming.

The two of them bowed together beneath the lantern light.

The crowd became restless instantly.

Li Manman’s face twisted in disbelief.

"Stop them!"

She immediately rushed forward furiously.

But before she could even reach the center of the courtyard, Fu Li suddenly threw herself forward and hugged Li Manman tightly around the waist.

"Bad woman!"

Li Manman nearly lost her balance immediately.

"Let go of me!"

Meanwhile, Fu Fong also tried stepping forward angrily, but a hand suddenly grabbed his arm hard enough to stop him completely.

Fu Fong turned sharply.

Fu Teng stood beside him expressionlessly while gripping his wrist tightly.

At the same time, Fu Sheng stepped forward from the other side and blocked his path completely.

Fu Fong’s expression darkened instantly.

"Move."

Fu Sheng’s gaze remained cold and steady.

"No."

Behind them, the elder’s loud voice echoed through the courtyard once again.

"Bow to the parents!"

Han Fuji and Bai Ming bowed once more together.

Li Manman struggled furiously while trying to shake Fu Li away.

"You little brat!"

But Fu Li stubbornly refused to let go.

Nearby guests had already begun whispering excitedly after realizing what was happening.

Some people even looked amused now.

Because despite the dramatic interruption, the wedding ceremony was still continuing successfully.

Fu Fong’s expression finally turned ugly.

He tried pulling free from Fu Teng’s grip, but Fu Teng held him firmly without moving.

"This is none of your business," Fu Fong snapped coldly.

Fu Teng looked at him indifferently before replying,

"You are disturbing my family’s wedding."

The answer nearly made Fu Fong choke with anger.

Then suddenly, the elder’s final voice rang loudly through the courtyard.

"Bow to each other!"

Under the countless lantern lights, Han Fuji and Bai Ming finally turned toward one another.

For one brief moment, everything else seemed to disappear.

The shouting.

The tension.

The crowd watching around them.

None of it mattered anymore.

Then slowly, the two of them bowed together.

The ceremony was complete.