The moment the sandalwood comb pierced through the thick black hair, the entire ancient forest held its breath. The wooden comb, soaked by time, now became the most solemn token. The hair entwined between the teeth of the comb was longer than an oath, until the Wa man tied up the Wa girl's bun. When the wind blows, the warmth remaining on the girl's hair tips is spreading along the calluses on the man's fingertips, forming the most hidden vines in the entire rainforest. In the wedding customs of the Wa ethnic group, a man combing and coiling his beloved woman's hair is an important ceremony of engagement and the most romantic chapter of love. Wooden combs are often used as betrothal gifts. The black hair wrapped around a wooden comb symbolizes the connection of blood, while the updo of hair implies the unity of heart!