The priest stood behind, smiling at the newlyweds.
He raised his hand to signal the crowd to be quiet, then invited Huo Tingdong and Lin Qi to stand before him, face to face: "I am honored to be entrusted by the newlyweds and the church to be the officiant of today's wedding. Next, I will ask the newlyweds questions in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Please answer truthfully—"
He looked at Huo Tingdong and asked solemnly: "Mr. Huo Tingdong: Do you take Ms. Lin Qi to be your wife? To honor, love, and protect her forever, even one day when she grows old, her youth fades away, and you still stand by her side till death do you part?"
Huo Tingdong looked at Lin Qi and replied with unwavering certainty, "I do."
The guests below the stage excitedly offered their blessings.