Not long after the group left the Huo family's gate, they saw three cars drive into the courtyard one after another.
In those days, official vehicles were allocated according to rank. Those who lived in compounds of that rank would know a little about these things.
However, everyone was quite surprised to see that all three cars were Hongqi.
In particular, these three license plates belong to different systems.
A short while later, the car stopped.
Upon seeing who it was, everyone gasped in shock.
A few days ago, the Yu and Ling families were discussing arranging a marriage between their children.
Many people are privately speculating that the position of the top military commander will likely go to Yu Jia this time.
But right now, it's really hard to say.
The ministers from the Ministry of State Security and the Ministry of Public Security arrived, so there was nothing more to say.
Why would the key deputy leader have time to come over?
Even Huo's father and fourth uncle both showed an incredulous look when they saw who it was.
Jiang Si also showed a rather shocked look; she had seen this person before!
It was in the photo her grandfather left her.
It wasn't until the old man stepped forward and shook hands with the other person that everyone gradually came back to their senses.
Grandpa Huo smiled and said, "I thought you wouldn't have time to come today."
The leader also smiled broadly: "No matter how busy you are, you still have time to officiate the wedding."
After exchanging a few words, the other person suddenly changed the subject.
“Your granddaughter-in-law is quite something. Today, when I opened the newspaper, it was full of news about her.”
With such praise from the leader, the old man naturally wouldn't let the opportunity pass him by.
Isn't all this fuss he's causing today just to pave the way for the third wife's family?
"Sisi, come to Grandpa's side."
Although Jiang Si was a little flustered inside, she didn't show any stage fright on the surface.
After exchanging a few words in hushed tones, Jiang Si noticed that her boss seemed to be having some difficulty breathing.
He then made a gesture of invitation, saying, "It's cold outside, please move to the auditorium, sir."
The leader already thought she was poised and elegant, but he never expected that she would be so insightful in her dealings with people at such a young age.
The smile on his face now seemed more genuine.
"No wonder I heard from Old Chen that you helped the Ministry of State Security arrest two spies in less than three months."
"These young people are truly formidable!"
As soon as he finished speaking, Minister Chen stepped forward.
Seeing the badge specially made by their Ministry of State Security pinned to Jiang Si's chest, Minister Chen smiled just as broadly.
Last time I was in a rush and didn't have time to give her the award certificate, but I didn't expect to run into her banquet today, so it's like double happiness.
As he handed the certificate of commendation to Jiang Si, Minister Chen smiled and said many words of encouragement to her.
At this moment, the Minister of Public Security, who had come along, casually mentioned that Jiang Si was helping them update the facial features database.
After being praised by the two ministers, Jiang Si was pleased and did not forget to express her opinion.
"You two ministers are too kind. This is what I should do as a military family member."
"My partner and I both know that the happiness of our 'small family' is inseparable from the safety of our 'big family'."
"We will continue to be vigilant and work diligently. Please rest assured, organization!"
Upon hearing this, the deputy leader nodded repeatedly.
Although he didn't say anything, the admiration in his eyes was palpable.
Sure enough, the group entered the auditorium.
The deputy leader glanced at the extremely plain hall and whispered a few words to the guard.
A short while later, the guards entered the hall carrying several bolts of red silk.
Once everyone was seated, the auditorium was fully decorated.
It was exactly midnight.
After a round of applause, the deputy leader walked to the center of the stage.
"Time is short, so I'll keep it brief. First of all, I'm very happy to be here today to attend the wedding of Comrade Huo Tingzhou and Comrade Jiang Si."
"Secondly, on behalf of the organization, I extend my warmest congratulations on your marriage as revolutionary partners."
"Finally, I hope that you two can help and encourage each other after your marriage, and forge ahead on the revolutionary road!"
After the speech, the applause from the audience became even more enthusiastic.
Jiang Si and Huo Tingzhou were invited to the center of the platform at this time.
Next, witnessed by all their relatives and friends, the two bowed deeply three times to the portrait hanging high above the hall.
They exchanged a fountain pen and a Little Red Book as gifts.
With that, the entire wedding ceremony came to an end, and the next part was the banquet.
Perhaps he was afraid that if he were there, everyone would feel awkward and unable to relax during the meal.
The deputy leader and Grandpa Huo had just finished off the young couple when they left.
As soon as the leader left, everyone breathed a sigh of relief.
However, with both ministers still present, no one dared to discuss the matter openly.
It wasn't until after the wedding banquet that the scene I witnessed outside the hall today spread throughout the entire compound.
Despite their failed apology that day, the Yu family ultimately did not receive an invitation from the Huo family.
Both husband and wife are people who care about their reputation. So this morning, Zhang Yaqin went out early, saying she was going to the department store to buy dowry for her daughter.
By the time the couple returned to the compound with their bags and packages, it was already past seven in the evening.
Upon hearing this, Zhang Yaqin immediately deflated.
She was initially quite pleased with herself, because the officiant the Ling family had invited for the wedding was Xiang Huwei, the chief of staff of the General Staff Department.
She was planning to release the news first thing tomorrow morning.
Unexpectedly, the witness chosen by the Huo family was actually a deputy leader!
"Old Yu, when did the Huo family get involved with the deputy leader?"
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