The next morning, Sun Zhengguo got busy preparing food and drinks for the wedding.
Although we didn't plan on having a big celebration, we still had a lot of family members!
There should be two or three tables of people at noon tomorrow, and my grandparents from the countryside will be coming over in the afternoon, so they'll need to eat then too!
In the courtyard house in Ju'er Hutong, only Wang Aifang was home today. When she saw Sun Zhengguo riding his bicycle over, she quickly went to greet him.
"Brother, what are you pooping on? Let me help you."
"No need, no need, sister-in-law, you should rest! The things are a bit heavy."
As they were talking, Sun Zhengguo had already parked the car and unloaded the two bags, one large and one small.
The large bag was filled with meat and vegetables, which he carried into the kitchen.
Inside the small bag were some wine and soda, which he put into the main room.
After the items were moved, Sun Zhengguo gave further instructions.
"Sister-in-law, Grandpa and the others are coming over this afternoon. If you're free, could you clean the three rooms? There will be quite a few people coming, so they might have to sleep on the floor."
"Big brother, don't worry! Leave all of this to me."
After finishing his business here, Sun Zhengguo didn't linger. He said goodbye and left because he had other things to do.
At 3:30 p.m., a large bus full of passengers slowly came to a stop at the bus station, and the passengers began to get off the bus one after another.
As the number of passengers on the bus gradually decreased, the remaining group began to get off.
This group of people were Grandpa and others from the countryside. Today, the whole family came, a total of 15 people, adults and children alike.
Grandpa was worried about too many people and didn't want so many people to come, but Sun Dajiang told him on the phone that this was Sun Zhengguo's arrangement and that not a single one could be missing.
After getting off the bus, the group headed straight for Ju'er Hutong, as had been arranged beforehand.
When it was time for dinner, everyone gathered together, but there wasn't enough room to sit in one room, so they split into two rooms to eat.
At the dinner table, the grandparents were very happy. They had just welcomed a new granddaughter-in-law not long ago, and tomorrow they would have another one. They thought that next year, these two granddaughters-in-law would be able to continue the family line.
Grandpa Lin Hong, meanwhile, was too busy with his drink to keep up with his great-grandson. He hadn't been able to let go of him for a moment since seeing him, and was currently playing with the little anti-Japanese soldier.
The most excited person was Li Maocai, the uncle of the aunt. He brought good news this time: his aunt, Sun Xiaoying, had been feeling unwell for a while, but a check-up revealed that she was pregnant.
In the past, he was a little worried that there wouldn't be enough food at home, but since Sun Zhengguo helped him, he no longer has to worry about food.
Therefore, he felt immense gratitude towards Sun Zhengguo.
With such a pleasant mood, the family quickly finished their dinner.
After dinner, Sun Dajiang made the final arrangements.
Tomorrow morning, everyone must gather at the courtyard house. Several unmarried cousins have all been requisitioned to help with the wedding procession.
Tomorrow, after we return from picking up the bride, we'll first go to the courtyard house, offer incense and tea, then stop for a while before heading to Ju'er Hutong. This is what we've all agreed on; after all, we need to have a sense of ceremony, and it's more lively there.
After finishing their tasks and having had a busy day, everyone dispersed to prepare for an early rest.
The next morning, just as dawn was breaking, the whole family was already up.
Lin Wencui was busy steaming buns in the kitchen because many people would be coming to eat soon. Sun Dajiang and Sun Zheng'an were helping out, while Sun Zhenghong was cleaning.
Only Sun Zhengguo was relatively free, getting dressed in a well-fitting Zhongshan suit, with his hair neatly combed and his big leather shoes polished to a shine.
Sun Zhengguo pinned a small red flower to his chest and looked at himself in the mirror with unbridled narcissism.
"Hehe! He really is a handsome guy, Ning Xiaowei, you're in luck today."
If Ning Xiaowei were here, she certainly wouldn't let this go so easily after hearing those words.
After he finished showing off, Grandpa and the others came over, and everyone helped clean up.
By the time everyone finished their work, it was already broad daylight. People in the courtyard started getting up to cook. The two brothers, Liu Guangqi and Liu Guangtian, came over without being called.
Once everyone had arrived, they began to eat. Because there were so many people, everyone ate standing up.
After the meal, all four bicycles were in place, each with a red flower tied to its handlebar. One bicycle was given to each of the Sun Zhengguo brothers and the Liu Guangqi brothers.
When the appointed time arrived, Sun Dajiang announced the departure. Four bicycles, plus a few cousins, a total of eight people, left the courtyard in a grand procession and headed towards the Ning family.
at the same time.
The Ning family was also making preparations at this moment. Ning Dazhuang had already decorated the jeep with red flowers and was ready to go at any time.
Ning Xiaowei was putting on makeup in her room, accompanied by her good friend and matchmaker, Zheng Juan. To make sure everyone was there, even Zheng Juan's son was brought along.
"Sister, you look so beautiful today. Why don't you marry me when I grow up?"
"Hehe...! Sister?"
"Sister Juan, your son actually called me 'sister,' that's hilarious and so clever. He'll definitely charm a lot of girls when he grows up."
Ning Xiaowei said with a smile.
"My son may have exaggerated, but he's right about one thing: you really look beautiful today. Even we women are jealous. That kid Sun Zhengguo got lucky! He won the beauty's heart with just one meal from Lao Mo. We should make him treat us a few more times next time."
It's true that both sides have their own reasons for getting married today. I wonder who got the better deal?
"Xiao Wei, get ready, that kid is at the door."
Upon hearing her older brother's announcement outside, Ning Xiaowei instantly felt uneasy and anxious. After all, she had lived here for so many years, and leaving all of a sudden would inevitably make her feel a little reluctant.
Meanwhile, Sun Zhengguo and his entourage had already been welcomed into the courtyard.
"Mom, Big Brother, I'm here to pick up Xiaowei."
"Xiao Wei has prepared everything. Come on, everyone, let's go inside and have some tea."
After everyone went inside, they drank tea for a while. When they saw that it was almost time, Wang Guiying gave Sun Zhengguo a wink.
Sun Zhengguo understood immediately, went to the adjacent boudoir, gave a symbolic red envelope, and the door opened.
Upon seeing Ning Xiaowei, Sun Zhengguo couldn't help but exclaim in amazement!
"Wife, you look beautiful today."
"What nonsense are you talking about! Sister Juan is still here!"
"It's okay, you guys continue. Just pretend I don't exist, haha!"
Zheng Juan said with a smile.
Sun Zhengguo didn't care about any of that and continued to speak shamelessly.
"What's there to be afraid of? I'm praising my wife, and no matter who it is, they can't find fault with it."
Hehehe!
Hearing Zheng Juan's laughter, Ning Xiaowei covered her face, feeling somewhat embarrassed.
"Honey, stop covering your face. It's getting late. I'll take you home."
The mention of this topic made Ning Xiaowei feel inexplicably sad. Thinking of her family and her mother, she couldn't help but cry.
Hearing Ning Xiaowei crying, everyone seemed to receive a signal and began loading the dowry into the car.
The couple got married today, and the main dowry was a bicycle; the rest were just some small items. Everyone quickly loaded the bicycle.
After the dowry was finished, Ning Xiaowei tearfully said her final goodbye to Wang Guiying before getting into the jeep.
Ning Dazhuang was driving today, and he was also responsible for escorting his sister to her wedding.
In the car in front, besides Sun Zhengguo and his wife, Ning Dazhuang, who was driving, arranged for Zheng Juan's son to sit in the front, so that there was an even number of passengers. The rest of them rode bicycles behind.
With everyone in place, the car started and slowly drove towards the courtyard house.
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