This gesture isn't widely used now. He only knew it because he learned it from his superiors in the army. The girl in front of him actually knew it.
He immediately shook her hand back, and the moment their palms touched, he suddenly remembered that the old lady who saved him, Grandma Su, was married to a famous upper-class capitalist.
The girl in front of me was Grandma Su's granddaughter, and back then, everything was normal.
only……
His eyes flickered slightly as he thought about the policies that would be promulgated in a few days.
Unaware, Su Miaoyan released her hand and sat down.
She gets a little nervous just thinking about what she's going to say next.
But if you're going to get married, the most important thing for two people is to be honest with each other in certain aspects.
She took a deep breath. "Um, Comrade Lu, before we move on to the next topic, I'd like to clarify something with you."
According to Liu Yufen, Lu Ting might not know her identity and was tricked into the blind date by her mother.
If the deal goes through but the other party objects, wouldn't she be guilty of marriage fraud?
But since the other party has come, she has to seize this opportunity, even if there is only a one in ten thousand chance.
Seeing her solemn expression, Lu Ting couldn't help but become serious as well.
He asked in a low voice, "What is it?"
When he gets serious, his eyebrows furrow slightly, his lips purse tightly, and his aura is imposing without being angry.
Su Miaoyan shrugged. "It's just... my dad's a capitalist, and I'm a descendant of capitalists. I've heard the situation is going to be very serious in a few days. If you can't accept that, then we'll..."
She didn't say anything more.
But Lu Ting understood.
He couldn't help but turn his gaze to the other person.
As she said this, she seemed a little nervous, her head down, her slender hands gripping the edge of the table, unaware that her chopsticks were about to fall off the side.
It seemed like they had mustered a great deal of courage.
Being sent to the countryside to settle accounts... means that if she didn't want things to stay this way, her only way out was to get married to him.
She could have chosen to lie to him, but she chose to be honest.
Lu Ting's eyes flickered slightly. "I don't mind. Comrade Su, I actually knew all this before I came."
Seeing the other person's slightly surprised look, he continued, "Actually, the main reason I'm here on this blind date is to repay a debt of gratitude."
Repaying a debt of gratitude?
What debt of gratitude should I repay?
Lu Ting explained, "Grandma Su, also known as Old Mrs. Su, funded the rescue of our whole family during the three years of natural disasters."
Upon hearing this, Su Miaoyan understood.
Thinking of the necklace her grandmother gave her, Su Miaoyan's eyes welled up with tears.
I never imagined that my grandmother did so many good things while she was alive.
Seeing her red eyes, Lu Ting was also somewhat affected.
He continued, "Grandma Su saved our whole family. Without her, none of my family and I would be where we are today. Comrade Su, now that you're in danger, I may not be able to save your family, but I'm thinking of saving as many as I can."
It turns out that in his past life, he knew her identity and still came to arrange a blind date with her to repay a debt of gratitude and save her from dire straits.
But in her past life, she gave up this opportunity because she looked down on his background.
Thinking of this, Su Miaoyan took a deep breath and held back the tears welling up in her eyes.
Her voice trembled, "But... my family background is bad, I'm afraid it will affect your future prospects."
At the age of twenty-seven, he was ranked as a regimental commander, which must have been due to his outstanding military achievements.
But if I marry her, what about my future career advancement...?
Lu Ting could hear the concern and hesitation in her tone.
My thoughts are racing.
At such a crucial moment, they're still thinking about his career; they're afraid it will hinder him.
But if she were really sent to the countryside, she would have to do the hardest work in the fields and live in a dirty and smelly place.
A capitalist's daughter is a pampered young lady who has never suffered. Even though she can't stand it, she still has to think about him.
Lu Ting felt terrible; such a kind girl shouldn't have to suffer like that.
He said, "Without Grandma Su, I wouldn't be in this position now. Besides, superiors generally promote based on military merit. Your status has some influence on me, but not much, Comrade Su, don't worry about that."
"But, but I can't carry anything on my shoulders, I can't lift anything with my hands, and I've never done any manual labor."
I can't imagine how miserable her life must have been after she was sent down to the countryside.
He felt indebted to Old Mrs. Su, and since her granddaughter had fallen into such a state, he had to do his part to protect her as much as he could.
Lu Ting said in a deep voice, "I'm used to military training, I'm strong, you don't need to worry about that."
“Then… thank you, Lu Ting,” Su Miaoyan said softly.
"That's fine then. Now it's my turn to introduce my family situation."
Blind dates require mutual consent; both parties must be satisfied.
Lu Ting said, "I currently have five sisters. My eldest, second, and third brothers are all married. I am the fourth oldest, and I also have a younger sister. My parents are in good health, and we all currently live in the countryside."
“I’m currently a regimental commander, and my monthly salary is 127 yuan. I get extra pay when I’m on missions. If we can build a strong bond, I’ll give you all this money to manage.”
"In a few days, I will return to the Xinjiang Military Region. At that time, I can apply for a family housing unit and apply to accompany my unit."
Su Miaoyan's eyes lit up upon hearing this.
With family members living in the countryside and able to accompany the soldier, wouldn't that avoid complicated mother-in-law/daughter-in-law relationships?
She can still manage the salary, and then send the money into her space to gain experience points. She can take it out when she needs to spend it. That doesn't seem like a bad idea.
Su Miaoyan nodded, "I'm fine. Oh, right, I forgot to mention, I have a younger brother."
"It's a small matter," Lu Ting said, not taking it too seriously.
Su Miaoyan didn't say anything more.
They had said everything they needed to say, and both remained silent for a few seconds.
Lu Ting spoke at the opportune moment, his tone slightly hesitant.
"So... Comrade Su, would you be willing to take our relationship further?"
Su Miaoyan had never been in a relationship in either her past or present life, so this was the first time she had heard this.
After pausing for several seconds, she replied, "I think you're a very good person, and a very good catch."
It means that I'm willing.
Lu Ting slowly pushed the menu forward. "I reported to my superiors beforehand because of your special circumstances. I was worried that it might be too late if we waited too long, and I thought that if you declined, I could withdraw the report in time. I apologize for my haste and abruptness."
Su Miaoyan took the menu, feeling as if she were dreaming.
I thought the approval and certificate issuance process would take a long time, but to my surprise, the man in front of me, who looked honest and simple, was actually very meticulous.
They even thought of this in advance.
Touching the necklace around her neck, Su Miaoyan thanked her grandmother once again.
It was my grandmother's good fortune that helped me.
Su Miaoyan shook her head. "I don't think it's abrupt at all; on the contrary, I should thank you."
She really needs it right now.
“No need to thank me. If it weren’t for Grandma Su, I wouldn’t be sitting here.” Lu Ting said seriously, “You can order. I don’t know if you have any dietary restrictions.”
Su Miaoyan casually ordered two dishes.
Lu Ting did not add any more.
After all the dishes were served, neither of them spoke again, and they ate in silence.
Taking advantage of this break, Su Miaoyan pondered the matter of accompanying the army.
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