Chen Ruixue was startled and quickly took it, seeing the words "approval for marriage" on it.

"Why did you actually apply?"

When Ouyang Zhenyu proposed to Chen Ruixue last year, Chen Ruixue hesitated for a long time.

The two should get married now that their relationship is progressing smoothly, and given Chen Ruixue's age, it's time for her to settle down and start a family.

However, the current situation is that they are not well-suited for marriage.

"Of course, I applied to my superiors several times before finally getting their approval."

Of course, Ouyang Zhenyu didn't mention that his marriage report was hard-won, with his superiors repeatedly trying to persuade and remind him of his efforts.

Marrying Chen Ruixue would have a huge impact.

After all, Chen Ruixue's situation is not an ordinary one.

Out of concern for Ouyang Zhenyu's future prospects, they also do not approve of Ouyang Zhenyu and Chen Ruixue getting married.

However, due to Ouyang Zhenyu's insistence, he eventually agreed.

This was the result achieved after a year of unprecedented effort. To be precise, if Ouyang Zhenyu hadn't made two world-record-breaking medical contributions during that year, the marriage application probably wouldn't have been approved so easily.

Ouyang Zhenyu earned this opportunity precisely through his own abilities.

What kind of man is he if he can't even protect his own wife?

"How could you do this! I've told you this countless times. Our leader has even told me that in my situation, it would be best to find a poor or lower-middle peasant."

In fact, the director of their Women's Federation had approached Chen Ruixue several times. A beautiful girl like Chen Ruixue naturally attracted the attention of many people.

However, Chen Ruixue's background also meant that many people would back down.

The women's director's matchmakers were either factory workers or production team leaders from nearby villages.

Chen Ruixue refused several times, but people told her, openly and subtly, that she was only fit to date poor and lower-middle peasants, otherwise no other family would dare to date her.

Chen Ruixue is no longer the aloof Chen Ruixue of the past; she is well aware of her own situation.

There really is no other way but to grow old alone.

She is not someone who sacrifices herself to compromise.

"Don't talk nonsense. This is a marriage certificate. You should get married. We'll go get the marriage certificate tomorrow."

Let's postpone the banquet for now and just invite a few important people for a private meal together.

"By the way, after we get married, you won't be working at the chicken farm anymore. I'm planning to transfer you to our hospital."

"Anyway, you're already a broadcaster in the radio station; you can do the same job at our hospital."

Ouyang Zhenyu had already planned everything out, even deciding on the location within the hospital.

If everyone can get attention for the position of broadcaster, then if all else fails, let Chen Ruixue temporarily work in the logistics canteen or kindergarten.

For the Chen family, their marriage was nothing but good news. When others tried to harm Old Master Chen, they would think twice about his grandson-in-law.

"Ouyang Zhenyu, are you really sure? I'm afraid I'll drag you down with me."

Chen Ruixue was somewhat at a loss for words; at this critical juncture, everyone kept their distance from them.

Only Ouyang Zhenyu remained steadfastly by his side.

"Fool, would I apply for a marriage certificate if I wasn't ready? Look at how old I am!"

I'm already 26, while other people's kids are already old enough to run errands.

"Don't worry, she won't be a burden to me. If I, the director of a military hospital, can't even protect my own wife, am I still a man?"

When Grandpa Chen heard the news, a smile appeared on his face. No one could predict what the future would hold, but with Ouyang Zhenyu around, at least his granddaughter would have someone to protect her.

News of their marriage spread quickly, and everyone looked at the Chen family with a strange expression.

With the addition of Ouyang Zhenyu as the military region director, the Chen family members were no longer deliberately ostracized at the chicken farm.

Even though Chen Ruiguo and Chen Ruijie were already quite skilled in scientific research projects, they still didn't have many friends.

Most people still kept their distance from them when interacting with them.

The next day, Chen Ruixue and Ouyang Zhenyu went to the military district office to get their marriage certificate.

Weddings these days are very simple, and the couple also needs to keep a low profile.

They simply got their marriage certificate.

After everyone sat down for a simple meal, Chen Ruixue followed Ouyang Zhenyu back to the small courtyard.

Chen Ruixue hadn't been to the courtyard for a long time, and this time she came with mixed feelings.

When I first came here, I had high hopes for this place, but now it will become my home for the rest of my life.

Ouyang Zhenyu ushered her into the house.

Upon seeing the room's layout, Chen Ruixue's eyes immediately welled up with tears.

Red "double happiness" characters are pasted on the window.

The bed was covered with red sheets and a quilt with a bright red back.

Although there wasn't a proper wedding, Ouyang Zhenyu's sincerity was still palpable.

That joyous feeling warmed my heart, and that's what made it feel like a wedding.

Looking at her red, swollen eyes, Ouyang Zhenyu handed her a wet towel.

"Silly girl, why are you crying again?"

I do these things hoping to make you happy.

You can only get married once in your life. I'm missing out on a wedding, but I'll make it up to you in the future.

"I can only do a simple setup. Oh, and look at this dress."

"I specially had this brought back from Hong Kong Island for you. Although it's not bright red, this color suits you perfectly."

"And these two boxes. They are the betrothal gifts I prepared for you."

Although we can't go all out, we still need to maintain the proper formalities. Everything here is prepared for you. See if you like it?

Chen Ruixue wiped away her tears and looked curiously at the two suitcases. Just by looking at the style of these suitcases, you could tell that they were not currently available in China.

Upon seeing what was inside, Chen Ruixue burst into tears. There were women's watches and clothes of various colors, inside and out.

Most importantly, Ouyang Zhenyu took out two boxes from the trunk, inside which were rings.

It's not a gold ring, it's a diamond ring.

Ouyang Zhenyu attached the ring to a chain and hung it around Chen Ruixue's neck. Wearing a ring in public was considered very extravagant in those days.

However, if the necklace is hidden inside the clothes, no one will see it or notice it.

"I measured the ring based on your finger size, but I don't know if it will fit. Anyway, we can't wear it on our fingers. Let's just hang it on the necklace."

"One day I will bring it back to the light of day and put it where it belongs."

Chen Ruixue touched the ring, laughing and crying at the same time. She was happy, but also deeply moved.

This man always surprises himself.