Chapter 42 Wedding Banquet 1
The next day, early in the morning.
There was already some noise outside, and when Lin Xia woke up, she seemed a little dazed.
She didn't know if it was because of Lin's mother's instructions, but she only remembered that there was a man pressing her very hard. She asked him to be gentler, but she couldn't push him away.
After waking up, Lin Xia looked at the thin quilt wrapped around her body and realized that this was the culprit.
Now that you're awake, get up early.
When I got up and went out, the yard was already busy and some of the neighborhood ladies were helping.
There is a big table in the yard, where we will have our meal later.
When Lin's mother saw that her daughter had gotten up, she asked her to change her clothes quickly.
Lin Xia was in the room, changing into the white shirt she wore when she got the marriage certificate yesterday. She had been struggling with what to wear on her wedding day. Lu Yuxiu told her that she should have worn a military uniform, but since he didn't bring back formal clothes, he suggested that they both wear white shirts.
Lin Xia changed into a white shirt, picked up a red flower and pinned it on her chest pocket. Her face turned red as she thought of the dream she had last night.
This time, Lin Xia only braided a loose braid at the back of her head, tied the ends of her hair in front of her chest, tied a red flower on the ends of her hair, and looked at herself in the mirror.
Lin Xia suddenly seemed to remember something, walked to the pillow, took out the tube of lipstick, gently opened it, and solemnly applied it on her lips.
A touch of bright red instantly makes a person look as beautiful as a flower.
There were even louder cheers coming from outside the door.
Lin Xia seemed to sense something and looked out the door.
Not long after, we heard the footsteps of a group of people approaching the door, and the sound of lively discussion.
After the door opened, a man in a white shirt with a red flower came in.
The man had tough and handsome features. He always looked stern and serious when he was silent, but at this moment he seemed exceptionally gentle. His eyes, which always carried a careless indifference, were now filled with tenderness as he stared at her.
When the people around saw the bride's appearance, they cheered loudly. They were all neighbors who lived in this alley. They knew that Lin Xia was good-looking since childhood, but they never knew she could be so beautiful.
Lu Yuxiu listened to the surprised voice beside his ear. When he walked in, he saw the little girl standing there. The rosy red on her lips was just as he imagined, and there was shyness in her beautiful eyes.
He just felt that his heart was full now, as if he could never see enough.
Everyone looked at the young couple and laughed good-naturedly.
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In this era, kneeling and bowing had long been prohibited. Lu Yuxiu held up a cup of tea to Lin's father and mother to change their words.
After the change of words, the banquet began.
The Lin family had a banquet, and had invited close friends and an uncle whom Lin Xia had never met. She and Lu Yuxiu only needed to toast a few people, and there was no incident of forcing anyone to drink.
After the toast, she had to go back to the Lu family with Lu Yuxiu.
Father Lin was silent, and Mother Lin looked at Lin Xia with red eyes.
Everyone watched this scene and cheered to liven up the atmosphere: "Hold him up."
The man smiled slightly, leaned forward and raised his hand.
Lin Xia was startled when she was picked up, and could only hug the man's neck tightly with her hands. Her face rested on the man's chest, and she could feel his strong forearms at the bend of her legs, as hard as steel.
Lin Xia felt uncomfortable all over. Although she was not fat in that era, she was 1.65 meters tall and weighed at least 90 kilograms. Lin Xia just felt stable and did not feel any bumps.
The man carried her into the car, and the eldest and second brothers carried her dowry and put it in the back seat of the car. The large and small bags, pots and pans, these things were all bought by Lin's father and mother.
After getting in the car, Lin Xia was still a little curious, as jeeps were rare these days.
Seeing the little girl looking into the car curiously, Lu Yuxiu explained, "This is Fang Jianyi's car. You'll be able to see him later."
"Who is Fang Jianyi?"
"Yes, brother. He is in the Beijing Military Region." The man stretched out his hand to drive the car. His long fingers had distinct joints.
"Where are we going?" This is not the direction of the Lu family.
"State-owned hotel."
Lin Xia then remembered that not just anyone could enter the compound.
In the state-owned restaurant, Grandma Lu was wearing a solemn and festive outfit, looking anxiously awaited.
Lu Yuanping also came with his wife Sun Wanjun. He couldn't imagine that his son would actually agree to get married, and to marry such an ordinary woman.
There were relatives around who wanted to talk to him, but no matter what, he was Lu Yuxiu's father and had to be there to greet the guests.
In the corner, there was a little boy who looked about seven or eight years old, pulling An An's pigtails curiously.
An An looked at her uncle who bullied her, she was angry but could not say anything, tears welled up in her big eyes.
Today is her father's wedding day, she can't cry, otherwise others will misunderstand that she hates Sister Xiaoxia.
After the car arrived, Lu Yuxiu left a message saying "wait", and Lin Xia stayed in the car and didn't dare to get off.
Seeing him walk around the front of the car and come over to open the door for her, Lin Xia realized that he wanted her to wait for him to carry her in.
This time he hugged her not suddenly, and Lin Xia did not scream. His arms were strong and firm, and he held her steadily.
He put her down after entering the hotel.
As soon as Lin Xia looked up, she saw Grandma Lu, who came over with a smile on her face, grabbed her hand, and said okay repeatedly.
It’s the familiar toasting process again.
Lu Yuxiu led her to a young man and introduced him: "Fang Jianyi."
"Hello, thank you." Lin Xia raised his glass and thanked him.
After seeing the bride's face, Fang Jianyi was surprised. He didn't expect that his friend would like this type of girl. He couldn't help but feel envious and jealous. Is it possible to meet such a beautiful girl through a blind date?
He decided that he also wanted to go on a blind date and wanted Aunt Lu to introduce him to someone.
After the toast.
Lin Xia was led to a couple. The man in front of her had a serious face and was stern. He looked somewhat similar to Lu Yuxiu. Next to him was a gentle-looking woman with a polite smile on her face.
Grandma Lu was sitting in the main seat, looking at the two of them with a smile. Aunt Lu was also beside her with a happy smile on her face.
Someone came over with tea cups, and Lin Xia realized that the couple might be Lu Yuxiu's father, and the woman next to them was the one Lu's father met later, Lu Yuxiu's stepmother.
Lu Yuanping looked at the woman in front of him and thought to himself that this was the girl. She was pretty. Could it be that she attracted Lu Yuxiu with her face?
He was guessing in his mind, but his expression remained as serious as ever.
Lin Xia looked at the man's movements and the instructions of the people next to him, then bowed and offered tea.
Grandma Lu happily took the teacup and drank it.
When she arrived in front of Lu's father, Lin Xia handed him tea and called him "Dad".
Father Lu looked at the tea brought to him, then at his son with a cold face. He had not called him since he separated from his mother, nor had he informed him of his engagement.
Lu Yuxiu looked at his father's indifferent expression. Even though today was his wedding day, he didn't even bother to smile. He lowered his eyes and said in a hoarse voice, "Tea."
Lin Xia felt the pressure from the man beside her. When she was wondering whether to put away the teacup in her hand, his hand came over and supported her elbow.
Father Lu moved his hand.
He reached out to take the teacup and drank from it.
The rest of the process went smoothly and after everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, the party ended.
In the evening, Lin Xia and Lu Yuxiu returned to the Lu family first, while Grandma Lu and others stayed to see them off.
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