Chapter 40: Preparing for the Army



The jeep circled Huaihua Village and returned to Gu's home. At this time, everyone was waiting here and it was extremely lively.

Sheng Zexi led Gu Jianing's hand out of the car, and in front of the elders of both sides and the statue of the leader, they swore an oath together, promising to accompany each other for the rest of their lives and become revolutionary partners.

"Good!" With a loud shout, everyone applauded enthusiastically.

As the dishes were served one by one, the banquet began.

The villagers who attended the wedding banquet knew that Sheng Zexi and the Gu family valued Gu Jianing, but they did not expect that they valued her so much that there were 10 dishes on the table, five meaty and five vegetarian.

Moreover, those pickled vegetables don’t just have a slight smell of pickled vegetables, but are real and you can see a lot of them with the naked eye.

"What a huge investment! How much money must it cost?" someone sighed.

"No matter how much it costs, we will definitely have a good meal."

"Yes, I have to eat a lot today."

When Lu Weixian saw the table full of dishes, he was also shocked, especially when he saw the meat dishes. He almost drooled.

He was very lucky to be invited by the Gu family today.

Lu Weixian has been in the countryside for more than two years. He does not have a good relationship with his family in the city, otherwise he would not have been sent to the countryside. People in the city seem to treat him as if he does not exist and do not send him anything. Lu Weixian is young and has lived a very difficult life in the past two years. He has hardly had meat to eat all year round.

Therefore, he still looks very thin.

And now, seeing the table full of vegetables and meat, how could he not be happy.

Especially when he put the meat into his mouth, he almost cried for joy.

Gu Jianing was also dragged by Sheng Zexi to sit down and eat at the table. After all, this was a table for the two of them, so naturally they had to be present.

If it were according to the previous situation, the bride Gu Jianing would not be qualified to attend the wedding banquet and should stay in the bridal chamber.

A while ago, Wen Zhuqing married into the Bao family, and that's what happened.

But the Gu family and Sheng Zexi couldn't bear to see Gu Jianing go hungry. Besides, this was a new society, very different from the old feudal society.

The folks of Huaihua Village were very satisfied with the banquet this time.

Lu Weixin and another female educated youth who was invited to participate were subjected to a lot of jealous looks and sour remarks after returning to the educated youth site.

But neither of them cared that much.

Having lived under the same roof for so long, they already knew who these people were, whether they were human or devil.

Therefore, there is no need to deliberately make friends.

Don't worry about others, just live your own life, and let them talk about the rest.

After finishing her wedding banquet, Gu Jianing returned to the bridal chamber to rest.

She had been busy since early morning, and because of the tension and stress, she was exhausted both physically and mentally. As soon as she had a chance to rest, she fell asleep directly.

When Sheng Zexi came in, he saw his little wife sleeping soundly.

He sat down slowly on the bed, looking at his wife's peaceful and beautiful sleeping face, his eyes and brows full of joy.

He slowly leaned over and placed a kiss on Gu Jianing's smooth forehead, then gently tucked the quilt in for her before leaving.

Gu Jianing slept very deeply and did not wake up until he had finished his meal.

Gu Jianing was going to join the army, so he bought a train ticket for tomorrow. Sheng Zexi asked his comrades to buy two sleeper berth tickets. After all, a train ride takes three days and two nights, which is a very long time.

The train ticket is for tomorrow morning, so we should pack our luggage early tonight.

The Gu family prepared a lot of things. After dinner, Gu Jianing was called into the room by her parents, who gave her the betrothal money that Sheng Zexi had given her before, as well as the money and tickets that were originally intended for her.

Yao Chunhua also prepared thick, new cotton-padded clothes, cotton jackets and quilts.

"It's the coldest time of the year when you go to the Northwest. Remember to wear your cotton coat and jacket. Don't be bothered by the quilt either. You have to bring it with you."

Yao Chunhua's eyes were red as she spoke. She was reluctant to leave. Her daughter had grown up and had never left her side, but now she was going to the Northwest, such a far and cold place.

"Mom, I know." Gu Jianing walked forward and hugged her mother. Under her father's eager eyes, she went over and hugged her father again.

These cotton-padded clothes, jackets and quilts were all made by her mother day and night after she learned that she was going to get married. How could she not take them just because she thought it was troublesome?

Even if it is a burden, it is a sweet burden.

"When you get there, the one you can rely on is Sheng. No matter what happens, you two should discuss it together. Don't lose your temper, understand?" Father Gu warned in detail.

"If you need anything, just call or write back and we'll send it to you."

"Yes, Dad and Mom, I know."

When I came out of my parents' room, my brothers and sisters-in-law also gave me things.

The scarf that the elder sister-in-law gave to Gu Jianing was a thick red scarf that she had knitted herself. Gu Jianing tried it on and found it fit her perfectly and was very warm. It also made her skin look whiter and more delicate.

My brother gave me a lot of tickets, all of which might be used in the Northwest.

"Sister-in-law, today is the last day of treatment. You will be able to recover smoothly from now on. I hope I can hear good news from you and brother soon after I arrive in the Northwest." Gu Jianing said.

"Well, okay, okay, then I'll borrow your good wishes, sister-in-law." Yang Manman smiled happily.

Recently, under the treatment of my sister-in-law, I have experienced changes in my body. As a patient herself, she knows it best.

She already had the answer herself, but with her sister-in-law's accurate words as a doctor, she felt more confident.

My sister-in-law is really capable.

Perhaps, soon, she and her husband will be able to welcome their child.

My second brother and his wife gave me a lot of pickled meat, which were all hunted by my second brother in the mountains recently.

"I heard that in the Northwest, when there is heavy snow, the mountains will be closed and people will be short of food and clothing. These are all pickled and can be kept for a long time."

"Bring everything with you. If it's not enough, tell me."

"Brother, this is too much. Leave some for my sister-in-law. She just gave birth to a child not long ago and needs to be replenished."

Second sister-in-law Su Miao shook her head, "Ningning, just take it. If I need it, your second brother will get it. It's more convenient for us to get these. It won't be convenient for you at that time."

Unable to refuse, Gu Jianing had no choice but to take it.

As for her third brother Gu Yunzhou, he directly handed her a small box. When she returned to the room to look, she found that it was filled with many beautiful jade jewellery, many of which were of very good quality and very beautiful.

Gu Jianing didn't know whether to laugh or cry, because she knew that her third brother knew that she liked beautiful jewelry, so he went to collect them specifically.

Although these things are not worth much now, they will be worth a lot in the future.

The gifts given by my three brothers and their sisters-in-law were all very thoughtful and precious.

Gu Jianing's eyes warmed slightly and he was very moved.

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