Chapter 60 Chapter 60 Getting a Certificate
Chapter 60
The night of ups and downs finally passed.
The next morning, Ruan Yan went out at the agreed time, and Lu Peishi's car was already waiting at the door of Ruan Mansion.
Ruan Yan opened the car door and got in.
"Good morning." She tried to make her greeting sound natural.
Lu Peishi turned around and asked: "Have you brought all the documents?"
"I've brought everything." Ruan Yan opened her bag and showed it to him.
"Okay," Lu Peishi retracted his gaze, "Have you told your sister?"
"Not yet." The day before yesterday, Wen Yingren flew out of town again. The decision to get the marriage certificate was made at the last minute. Ruan Yan didn't want to disturb her rest in the morning, so she didn't have time to call her.
Ruan Yan was curious: "What about you? Have you told your family?"
"I haven't yet, no rush, let's get the certificate first." He said lightly.
In fact, he was so excited the whole night that he didn't care about this.
Lu Peishi asked again: "Have you had breakfast?"
Ruan Yan lowered her head to fasten her seat belt: "I drank a glass of milk."
The sky was pure white, clear sunlight streamed through the car window, the breeze was gentle, and the sky was clear.
"Are we going there directly now? I wonder if the Civil Affairs Bureau is open..." Ruan Yan said in a low voice.
"Probably not yet. Let's go get something to eat first," he said, starting the engine. "What do you want to eat?"
Ruan Yan thought about it, and a few foods naturally flashed through her mind: "Pancakes, tea eggs, tofu pudding."
These were the breakfasts she often ate and loved most before she came to City C.
Lu Peishi's car turned and twisted into a busy and narrow road.
The breakfast shops lined up along the street give off a vibrant aroma.
After getting off the car, Ruan Yan walked into a store whose scent attracted her the most, and Lu Peishi followed closely behind.
There are peeling paint tables, cheap plastic chairs, and mottled walls. The environment is not very good.
It was his first time to eat at such a street stall.
But it didn't seem that bad.
The ordered food arrived one after another. Ruan Yan grabbed the pancake and took a big bite with enjoyment.
"Eat it, it tastes very good, just as delicious as the sauce-flavored meat pie last time."
Her cheeks puffed out and her eyes widened like a squirrel.
Kind of cute.
Lu Peishi nodded and obediently picked up the pancake to eat.
People came to the store one after another, including office workers, elderly neighbors, and students in school uniforms.
Everyone walked in the morning sunlight, passed through the white mist swirling at the door, carrying with them the hot smell of worldly fireworks.
"Do you want to add some more chili oil?" Ruan Yan picked up the spoon and stirred it in the jar on the table.
Lu Peishi said, "Okay."
The tofu pudding in front of me was covered with a thick layer of marinade and a spoonful of chili oil, which added a touch of red color and made it even more tempting.
She scooped another spoonful and poured it into her bowl. Some strands of hair fell by her ears. She raised her hand to smooth them away and put the long hair behind her shoulders.
The sunlight outside the store just happened to rest on the outline of her face, so beautiful and moving.
Lu Peishi stared at it intently. For some reason, this ordinary scene made him think of the countless ordinary and warm mornings he would spend with her in the future.
His heart became extremely soft and peaceful. At this moment, he was like a devout believer, hoping that from now on, he could have three simple meals a day, and spend the rest of his life with her hand in hand in the sunset from youth to old age.
He is willing to pay any price.
After breakfast, it’s almost time.
When she arrived at the Civil Affairs Bureau, Ruan Yan found that there were already two couples waiting in front.
After getting their numbers, they also sat in the waiting area.
During this period, a staff member came to ask a few simple questions, and Ruan Yan learned that a photo of two people was required to complete the procedure.
Seeing their embarrassed expressions, the staff said, "It's okay. There's a place to take photos downstairs. You can pick them up right after you take them. Go ahead."
They both hurried downstairs to take pictures.
As Ruan Yan was fixing her hair in front of the mirror, she thought, this is the photo that will be attached to the marriage certificate. It would be better if she put on some makeup before going out.
The photographer seemed to see through her thoughts, or perhaps to ease her nervousness, and said with a smile: "I promise to be able to take photos that restore your beauty. If there is anything you are not satisfied with, you can easily edit it later. If you want to make it look like Dilraba Dilmurat, you can do it."
Ruan Yan touched her chin and said, "That's great, but I don't know if Reba will agree."
After a few jokes, the atmosphere became a lot more relaxed.
Lu Peishi looked at her with a smile the whole time, and heard the photographer over there say, "Handsome man, come over here and stand with your lover."
spouse.
This strange and fresh name made Lu Peishi and Ruan Yan stunned for a moment.
Yes, their identities will soon change to each other's lovers.
A very simple and formal ID photo with a red background, framing the slightly awkward yet happy smiles of two people.
After quickly taking the photos, the two went upstairs again.
Ruan Yan checked her documents again as she walked to see if she had missed anything. Lu Peishi accidentally saw her ID card, and the name on it was - Ruan Yan.
Ruan Yan turned her head and noticed his gaze looking down at her, as well as his hesitant expression as if he wanted to say something.
"I know what you're thinking. Don't worry, this is my real name," she pursed her lips, "I'll explain it to you in detail later."
Lu Peishi hummed, retracted his gaze, and casually said, "Okay."
The light on the stairs was a little dim. As Ruan Yan walked up the steps, her eyes became darker and darker.
When she reached the door to the second floor, she suddenly stopped.
Lu Peishi looked at her puzzledly.
Her voice was very soft, and it echoed lightly in the corridor: "Are you sure you want to marry me? You don't know my true identity, and you don't know the real purpose of my coming here. Aren't you worried that I'm actually a liar and have been using you from beginning to end?"
Lu Peishi didn't say anything.
Ruan Yan lowered her head even more: "You know basically nothing about me. If I were to..."
Before she could finish her words, she suddenly felt her hand being firmly grasped.
Subconsciously looking up, Lu Peishi's dark eyes were filled with a trace of tenderness, and the corners of his mouth rose slightly: "Let's go, let's go in."
Without waiting for her to say anything, he took her hand and walked forward confidently.
A ray of warm light came in from the narrow window next to him, falling on his broad and solid shoulders.
It looks very reassuring and warm.
The warmth in his palm and his unhesitating attitude soothed Ruan Yan's anxiety and uneasiness.
*
Looking at the two marriage certificates placed side by side on the coffee table and the two people sitting on the sofa opposite, Lu Zhenlin frowned in disbelief and spoke for a long time.
"You guys are... are you getting the marriage certificate?"
"Yes." Lu Peishi answered first.
Lu Zhenlin looked at his son who looked normal, and felt complicated for a moment.
In just this short one or two months, things between the two of them had been full of twists and turns, twists and turns again and again, causing his mood to fluctuate accordingly, just like watching a TV drama with great ups and downs.
He was definitely happy, as his son's most important event, which he had been thinking about and worried about, had finally come to fruition. However...
It’s better to ask clearly about some things.
Lu Zhenlin turned to Ruan Yan, who lowered her head slightly. "I absolutely support your marriage, but there is one problem..."
Ruan Yan raised her eyes and looked at him: "You say."
Lu Zhenlin expressed his concerns: "I heard that you had someone you were about to marry, and you and him..."
Ruan Yan knew what Lu Zhenlin wanted to ask. He should have discovered that he had misunderstood her as Lu Peishi's girlfriend, and also discovered her relationship with Jia Yanyuan.
"Dad, Ruan Yan has nothing to do with that guy." Lu Peishi next to him couldn't help but interrupt.
When Ruan Yan turned her head to look at Lu Pei, he met her gaze and instantly understood what she meant, so he fell silent and let her explain herself.
"You want to ask about my ex-boyfriend, right? I broke up with him, and we have no relationship now." Ruan Yan leaned slightly to the side, looking straight at Lu Zhenlin. "I didn't tell you the truth in time, which led to your misunderstanding. It was my fault. I apologize to you and hope you can forgive me."
Her tone was sincere enough, and she did not evade or shirk responsibility, which made Lu Zhenlin feel satisfied and his liking for her increased a little bit.
Seeing that Lu Zhenlin didn't answer, Lu Peishi couldn't help but continue, "You can't blame her for this. I told you before that at that time, she was forced to help me hide it because of my pressure."
Lu Zhenlin was very pleased to see them competing with each other to take on responsibilities and actively protect each other.
"Hey, what are you doing? I don't mean to blame anyone. I just want to understand the situation. Now that we've talked about it and clarified it, this matter is over. There's no need to bring it up again."
Ruan Yan breathed a sigh of relief in her heart.
At this time, Li Rongzhen walked into the living room and put a plate of cut fruit on the table.
"Everyone chatted while eating fruit."
She nodded and smiled at Ruan Yan. Ruan Yan originally thought that she would sit next to Lu Zhenlin, but she had no intention of staying and walked out directly.
Ruan Yan withdrew her gaze and glanced at Lu Peishi, who had a dull expression beside her. The atmosphere seemed a little strange.
She knew that Li Rongzhen was Lu Peishi's stepmother. Although it was common for stepmothers and stepsons to have a bad relationship, she thought Li Rongzhen had a gentle personality and looked kind, not like the vicious and mean stepmother in the stereotype.
Moreover, Xiao Li and Lu Peishi have a very good relationship. Xiao Li admires him very much. This shows that Li Rongzhen usually protects Lu Peishi's image in front of her youngest son...
"You are now a legal couple, I am happy for you," Ruan Yan's thoughts were interrupted and she looked at Lu Zhenlin again.
"But getting the marriage certificate secretly without informing the elders on both sides beforehand is really too hasty and sloppy. There are still many things to be arranged later. We can't just do it on your own. Our two families need to sit down and have a good discussion."
The Lu family's son's marriage is the top priority, and the scale and pomp are essential. It must be grand and lavish.
"Our two families haven't had a formal meal yet. Ruan Yan, ask your sister when she is free, and we can come out and talk about this together." Lu Zhenlin smiled, unable to suppress the joy in his heart.
Ruan Yan nodded obediently: "Okay."
On the way back from getting the certificate, she called Wen Ying, but Wen Ying's phone was turned off. She sent her a message asking her to call back when she was not busy.
She still wanted to tell Wen Ying in person about the marriage.
Lu Zhenlin was in such a good mood that he said whatever came to his mind: "Regarding what kind of wedding you want to hold, that's up to you and your sister, Ruan Yan. Our family respects the woman's ideas. And as for the wedding date, by the way, we can listen to the opinions of you young people about when you would like it to be held..."
Ruan Yan: "There's no need to rush the wedding date."
Lu Peishi: "The sooner the better."
The two people spoke almost in unison.
“…”
It was the first time that Lu Zhenlin saw his son so impatient. It was truly the first time in his life.
He tried hard to suppress his laughter: "As for the wedding date, you two should discuss it among yourselves. Of course, it's best to listen to your opinions, Ruan Yan, and Wen Ying, and let you make the decision."
Lu Peishi picked up the teacup in front of him and took a sip to hide the unnatural expression on his face.
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The author has something to say: When I wrote this chapter, I felt that they were so sweet~~~
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