The atmosphere at the wedding suddenly turned quiet. All eyes were on Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing, and the guests were at a loss—how could what was supposed to be the sweetest moment of their lives be interrupted by an unexpected case? Yet, when Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing's eyes met, there was no hesitation or unease. On the contrary, it was as if they had silently reached a mutual understanding—one deeper and more powerful than words could express.
Su Wanqing looked down at her wedding dress. Though there was a hint of helplessness in her eyes, the sense of duty that had taken root in her heart was stronger than ever. Lifting her head to meet Lu Chenzhou's gaze, the tacit understanding between them transcended speech. Lu Chenzhou looked at her, smiled faintly, and said softly, "Our duty will always come first."
Su Wanqing nodded. She knew that no matter the wedding or the sweet future they dreamed of, their responsibility as police officers could never be ignored. This choice might cast a shadow on their special day, but it was also a reminder of who they were—guardians of justice, never truly off duty.
Sharing a knowing smile, they exchanged a look that resolved all doubt. They bowed apologetically to their guests, and without a word, quietly took off their wedding gown and suit, swiftly changing into their police uniforms. The festive air of the wedding was replaced by a sudden sense of urgency. The guests were visibly stunned, but when they saw the couple standing firmly together, slipping into their uniforms with unwavering determination, all confusion and disappointment faded in the face of their resolve.
"We're sorry, everyone. The wedding must be temporarily paused," Lu Chenzhou said calmly but firmly as he stepped to the front. "There's an urgent case we need to attend to immediately. We'll handle it as quickly as possible, and everything will be alright."
Su Wanqing stood beside him, smiling gently. "Thank you all for your understanding and support. We'll return as soon as we can and celebrate together again."
After a moment of silence, the wedding guests began to rise to their feet and applaud—not for the ceremony, but for the couple's professional commitment. Their choice showed everyone their unwavering dedication to their roles as police officers. This wasn't just about fulfilling duties—it was a vow to society, a reverence for life itself.
As Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing prepared to leave, Lin Shen, Shen Wei, and others stood as well, ready with a car from the police station to head straight to the scene. Although the day was meant to be joyous, they all understood that moments like this truly revealed the couple's most admirable traits—their courage, sense of duty, and fearless spirit. After all, being a police officer meant never putting down that responsibility—and it was this very commitment that formed the strongest bond between them as partners.
The guests watched the couple leave in silence. Though there was regret, their eyes were filled with respect. Lu Chenzhou and Su Wanqing hadn't turned away from their duties for the sake of personal happiness; instead, they put their mission first. That deeply moved everyone present.
They didn't apologize for interrupting their wedding—because they knew, even if the ceremony didn't go as planned, they had made the most sincere choice in their hearts: to protect others in the most important moments. Their wedding may not have been perfect, but the love they demonstrated through duty and courage became their true vow.
As they stepped out of the wedding hall and into the waiting black car, Lin Shen and Shen Wei were already inside, with other colleagues nearby, ready to depart. The air in the car was tense, and everyone knew this case might involve a criminal group more dangerous than ever before. The challenges ahead would be daunting.
"Wanqing, the wedding may have ended with some regrets, but we'll have more chances to celebrate," Lu Chenzhou said gently, glancing at Su Wanqing beside him.
"I know," she replied with a soft smile, her eyes filled with calm reassurance. "You always said duty comes first. Today's decision doesn't mean we've abandoned happiness—it means we've merged our happiness with responsibility. I believe we'll have many chances in the future to make up for today."
"Yes. And in the days ahead, we'll face everything together, hand in hand." Lu Chenzhou looked at her deeply, his gaze steady and warm, filling her heart with peace.
Outside the window, the city lights still sparkled brightly, while inside the car, the two of them had already begun a new journey. Even in the face of professional danger, they stayed close—bound by a shared understanding that helped them navigate any storm. No matter how winding the road ahead might be, they would move forward with courage and love, anchored by the responsibilities they held in their hearts.
This disruption to their wedding didn't throw them off course. Instead, it clarified their mission—and their marriage, born from such conviction, would continue writing a story of enduring love and shared duty.