As an ancient martial arts family, there are many rules on formal occasions like weddings. To set aside other things, even the seating of guests is extremely particular.
At the head table, aside from the groom and bride, best man, and maid of honor, there is always a spot for the second-in-command leader.
Next are the seats close to the head table. Most are reserved for officials, other ancient martial arts families, and close relatives. Further down are big merchants, and those even further down are basically people who are here to curry favor.
Lin Tian, as one of the elders of the family alliance, naturally is seated next to the head table. But Bai Shishi and even Liou Zhengming's seats should be more peripheral.
Being seated here is likely in favor of Lin Tian.
Never underestimate these seats; they represent many things, the most direct being status!
