Gu Shijing's eyes were gentle and deep, as if to melt Liu Yanran into them. An indescribable emotion surged in his heart.
"Yanran, although we've only known each other for a year, I've been attracted to you since the first moment I saw you. As time goes by, my feelings for you grow deeper," he said softly, a hint of nervousness in his voice. "I hope to spend the rest of my life with you, to be your revolutionary partner, and to accompany you through every beautiful moment in the future."
After saying this, Gu Shijing slowly pulled out a delicate little box from his pocket and opened it to reveal a gleaming gold ring. He gazed at Liu Yanran lovingly, then knelt on one knee and sincerely proposed to her: "Yanran, will you marry me?"
Liu Yanran hadn't anticipated this at all. Her eyes widened, and she covered her mouth in surprise. Tears welled up in her eyes, and she was so excited she couldn't speak. How could he know about the proposal ceremony in later generations? As if understanding her confusion, Gu Shijing whispered in her ear, "I saw the painting you drew. It was the wedding in my dream. I saw that boy propose to his beloved girl in this way."
Liu Yanran nodded happily. Gu Shijing gently put the ring on Liu Yanran's finger, then hugged her tightly. The two were immersed in a happy atmosphere, enjoying the beautiful moment.
Liu Yanran looked at the ring in her hand, her heart filled with happiness and joy. Although she may have only coveted Gu Shijing's appearance at the beginning, as time went by, she fell deeply in love with him.
His occasional dark side made her feel amused and also made their relationship closer. Moreover, he always silently helped her solve various troubles and gave her meticulous care.
This unexpected proposal made Liu Yanran realize that she had found someone who truly loved and cared about her. She decided to let go of everything in the past and devote herself wholeheartedly to this relationship.
Liu Yanran's laughter echoed in the night sky. She felt Gu Shijing's warmth and love, and her heart was filled with happiness. At this moment, they seemed to have become the happiest couple in the world.
A week later, the family compound was bustling with activity as Liu Yanran and Gu Shijing's engagement ceremony was about to take place.
The yard was decorated with lights and the two families did not invite anyone on purpose, but they did not hide it from others. They booked a few tables in the canteen of the family compound one day in advance. The dishes were provided by the two families, and they only had to pay a processing fee to the canteen.
Although everyone knew that the Liu family had gone out to do business, the Liu family had sponsored many poor students and donated supplies to the military region several times, so no one was jealous of them and reported them because they were all beneficiaries.
Early in the morning, a lot of people came to pay their respects. Basically, every family in the family compound came. Fortunately, Gu's mother, Lin Manting, had foresight. Seeing so many people coming early in the morning, she quickly asked Gu Shiyuan to book all the dishes in the cafeteria for lunch today. Although the dishes would be different, everyone would be guaranteed to be full.
Liu Yanran also asked Liu Pianran to notify the hot pot restaurant to help deliver some more dishes and meat to the cafeteria. The hot pot restaurant can be open today, but her engagement party cannot.
Liu Yanran put on makeup in her room today. She braided her hair into a bun, put on some fake natural makeup, wore a bright red dress, and paired it with low-heeled leather shoes. She chose simple and unpretentious outfits, which were quite in line with the aesthetics of this era.
Gu Shijing was wearing a brand new army green uniform, looking particularly handsome and energetic. When he saw Liu Yanran in a red dress, he was amazed. He always knew that his girlfriend was beautiful, but he didn't expect that she would be even more beautiful after dressing up.
With the blessing of their families, the two exchanged engagement rings. Notably, Liu Yanran even went to her account to order a men's gold ring for Gu Shijing. Afterward, they received a change of heart fee from their elders. Gu Shijing handed the money to Liu Yanran without hesitation. Although she wasn't short of money, she was delighted by his gesture.
After the ceremony, the family went to the cafeteria to have dinner together and happily accepted the good wishes from the older brothers, sisters, uncles, aunts, and grandparents in the family compound.
The tables in the cafeteria basically seat four people at a table. Although the dishes on each table may be different, there will always be two meat dishes and four vegetable dishes.
Everyone was enjoying the food and chatting happily, and the atmosphere was warm and harmonious. At this moment, someone suddenly made an interesting suggestion: "Since we are so happy today, why not ask our heroine Liu Yanran and hero Gu Shijing to sing a song together!"
This proposal immediately received everyone's response. Everyone applauded and cheered, expressing their great anticipation for the couple's performance.
Liu Yanran and Gu Shijing exchanged a glance, a hint of smile in their eyes. They gladly accepted the request, stood up, and walked towards the center of the cafeteria.
Liu Yanran said softly, "Then I'll show you my ugliness!" She bowed slightly, a confident and elegant smile on her face. Then she gently closed her eyes, took a deep breath, and sang Teresa Teng's classic song "Sweet Honey" in her sweet voice.
Gu Shijing stood aside, smiling, his hands in his pockets, humming softly to the rhythm, echoing Liu Yanran's singing. His eyes looked at Liu Yanran tenderly, as if the whole world was only the two of them.
When Liu Yanran sang the first line, the audience fell silent. Her voice was clear and melodious, like a yellow oriole singing out of a valley. Her singing technique was sophisticated, and her emotional expression was sincere and delicate, captivating the audience.
Gu Shijing's cooperation was also just right. His deep and magnetic voice perfectly complemented Liu Yanran's sweetness. The two people's singing intertwined, like a warm spring breeze, blowing through everyone's heart.
The audience was deeply attracted by their performance and immersed in the wonderful music. Some people even hummed along, creating a warm and harmonious scene.
Their performance received enthusiastic applause from everyone present, and they were so moved by their soulful voices that many people couldn't help but sway to the rhythm, enjoying the sweet atmosphere.
The engagement party ended successfully in a joyful atmosphere. Liu Yanran and Gu Shijing walked out of the cafeteria hand in hand. Their faces were filled with happy smiles, as if the whole world was filled with beauty.
In the days ahead, they will walk through every stage of life hand in hand, facing challenges and difficulties together. They firmly believe that as long as there is love in their hearts, they can overcome everything. And this love will become the most precious treasure in their lives, accompanying them forever.
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