The title of the document is clear and eye-catching: "Planning Scheme for Protective Repair and Overall Improvement of the Wutongli Historical Block in Yuncheng".
Su Huaishan was a little confused at first, but as he turned the pages, those precisely depicted street facades, pipeline renovation plans, road paving plans, green landscape designs... gradually appeared before his eyes.
Especially when he saw that the planning scope clearly marked the old street they were in - Wutongli, and the "300 million yuan" followed by the column of planned total investment amount, his eyes suddenly widened!
His fingers began to tremble uncontrollably, and his fingertips repeatedly stroked the "future street" on the blueprint, which was planned to be flat and wide, paved with brand new bluestone slabs, and lined with green trees on both sides.
In a corner of the drawing, the location of their "Jishengtang" is specially marked. In the rendering, the familiar facade has been renovated to look simple and neat, and is full of new vitality.
“This…this…”
Su Huaishan raised his head and looked at Shi Heng. His lips trembled and his voice was choked. "Are you going to...renovate our old street...entirely? And it will cost...three hundred million?"
Shi Heng nodded, his eyes calm, "Yes, uncle. I know that this street and this clinic carry the memories and hard work of you and the Su family for generations. You are reluctant to leave, and Nian Nian is willing to stay and protect it."
"But the facilities here are indeed too old, posing safety risks, and not convenient for daily life. So, I want to use this betrothal gift to make this street, where Nian Nian grew up, better, safer, and more vibrant."
"It will also improve the living environment of our neighbors. This is not only a betrothal gift to Nian Nian, but also a gift to Wutongli and to all those who protect this place like you."
Su Huaishan listened to Shi Heng's words and looked at the heavy plan in his hand, his eyes instantly turned red.
He remembered his father's busy figure in the clinic, the laughter of his childhood running on this street, and the bits and pieces of his decades of ups and downs here.
This betrothal gift is not cold money, but recognition of his lifelong perseverance and the most affectionate return to this land!
He slapped his thigh and said excitedly, "Great! Great! Shi Heng! I, Su Huaishan, accept this betrothal gift! I accept it with joy and peace of mind!"
He turned to the still somewhat bewildered Chen Fang and Su Niannian, and said in a loud voice, "Old woman, Niannian, look! Shi Heng is going to 'cure' this old street of ours! Let it 'come alive' again!"
Chen Fang also understood. Looking at the beautiful vision on the blueprint, she was so excited that she wiped away tears. "Good child, really good child... This thought is so precious..."
Su Niannian looked at Shi Heng, her eyes filled with emotion and love.
He understood her, her parents, and their feelings for this land.
Su Huaishan calmed down a bit, and in front of Shi Heng and his parents, he said to Su Niannian solemnly:
"Niannian, Shi Heng treats you so sincerely, and as your parents, we will never let you suffer any injustice. Our family's 'Jishengtang', along with this shop, will be your dowry in the future! Dad has the final say!"
"Dad..." Su Niannian's eyes also became moist.
Shi Zhengyang and Tao Nianwan were also deeply shocked when they saw this scene.
They finally understood why their son made this plan and also understood the Su family's heart of gold.
Tao Nianwan's previous discomfort with the environment had long since disappeared, leaving only a heart full of emotion and relief.
Shi Zhengyang nodded approvingly to Shi Heng.
At this moment, the hearts of both parents are truly connected because of this unique and heavy "dowry", because of their common love for their children, and because of their cherishment of "home" and "roots".
The living room was filled with joy and a harmonious atmosphere, and both parents were enthusiastically discussing the wedding details.
Su Niannian and Shi Heng quietly left the bustling living room and came to the pavilion covered with wisteria in the yard.
"When did you start preparing this plan?" Su Niannian asked softly.
Shi Heng sat down beside her, his eyes were particularly gentle, "It started from the day I first came to the clinic to ask you for acupuncture."
"That day?" Su Niannian opened her eyes wide in surprise, "But we had just met at that time."
"Yes." Shi Heng chuckled, his voice filled with nostalgia, "Because I fell in love with you at first sight."
Su Niannian's face flushed instantly and her heartbeat suddenly accelerated.
I didn't expect that Shi Heng would fall in love with me so early.
Shi Heng continued, "Later, I specifically looked up the history of this street and learned that Wutongli is the oldest street in Yuncheng. I found the best ancient building restoration team in the country and worked through several consecutive nights to complete this plan."
Su Niannian's eyes reddened slightly. "The government approval came down so quickly?"
"Yes. This project not only protects historical buildings but also improves people's livelihood. The government is very supportive, and I have also used my connections to contact several relevant departments."
He reached out and held Su Niannian's hand. "I know you and your uncle and aunt are reluctant to leave here. This betrothal gift is so that you can keep the home in your memories and live more comfortably."
Su Niannian looked down at their clasped hands and asked, "Why do you do so much for me?"
Shi Heng stared into her eyes and said seriously: "Because your dream is my dream."
These words flashed through Su Niannian's mind like a flash of lightning.
She suddenly looked up and stared at Shi Heng in a daze, an inexplicable sense of familiarity welling up in her heart.
"What's wrong?" Shi Heng asked with concern, gently stroking her cheek with his fingers.
Su Niannian shook her head and forced a smile, "Nothing."
She looked down at the jade bracelet on her wrist, and the feeling of déjà vu came over her again.
This bracelet and these words both seemed so familiar to her, yet she couldn't recall where she had seen or heard them.
At four o'clock in the afternoon, Shi Heng drove with Su Niannian to the kindergarten gate, where many parents had already gathered.
Shi Heng parked the car and walked to the gate with Su Niannian. The children were queuing up to walk out.
"Mom!" Su Qian was the first to notice them and immediately ran over.
"Run slower." Su Niannian was about to squat down to catch her daughter.
Su Qian rushed directly to Shi Heng, "Dad! Dad, come and pick me up!"
She hugged Shi Heng's legs excitedly, and the sound was so loud that it could be heard at the entrance of the entire kindergarten.
Shi Heng bent down and picked her up, "Yes, Dad and Mom are here to pick you up."
The children around looked over curiously.
A little girl with pigtails asked timidly, "Qianqian, is this your daddy?"
"Yes!" Su Qian proudly hugged Shi Heng's neck, "This is my dad! He's so handsome!"
Su Niannian noticed Su Mo standing not far away, looking at this side quietly.
She walked over and took her son's hand, "Momo, Daddy is here to pick you up too."
Su Mo pursed her lips, her face tense.
Shi Heng came over holding Su Qian, squatted down to look him in the eye, and said, "Mo Mo, did you have fun in kindergarten today?"
Su Mo nodded and suddenly whispered, "Dad..."
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