Chapter 479 The male protagonist of the era 19 The morning on the island, the light comes out early.
Pei Jiwang faced the blurry mirror on the wall and meticulously fastened the top button of his military uniform.
The man in the mirror had a taut jawline, and his eyes held a hint of tension from a sleepless night and an indescribable anticipation.
The girl had been here for three months, and today was the day he and the girl got married.
There were no elaborate ceremonies; it was simply a revolutionary wedding held in the division headquarters conference room.
This was also what the little girl herself requested.
Keep it simple, don't be too flashy.
She spoke softly with her head down, her ears turning red.
He had already memorized the process.
The marriage application was read aloud, a leader gave a speech, the newlyweds bowed to the portrait of Chairman Mao, and then wedding candies were distributed, and the process was over.
It's simple, efficient, compliant with discipline, and also meets the girl's wishes.
Pei Jiwang's heart was more tense and chaotic than ever before leading a team on a dangerous mission.
He checked the military uniforms again to make sure every detail was impeccable.
Today, he will be Zixi's husband.
Three months is not a long time, but it is enough to change a lot.
From the capitalist's daughter who initially needed his care, to the partner he is about to spend his life with.
Pei Jiwang clearly felt the changes within himself.
Hearing her heartfelt words, he still kept this secret deep in his heart.
But it was these heartfelt words that allowed him to see her most authentic self.
Delicate yet resilient, intelligent and kind, she possesses a lively spirit that seems out of place in this era, yet she is also trying her best to adapt to everything here.
After the Su Wanting incident, the relationship between the two quietly warmed up.
That ambiguous atmosphere was gradually replaced by more open concern.
He would teach her to read nautical charts, and she would try to cook him a bowl of noodles that, though ordinary in taste, were full of sincerity.
Instead of constantly complaining in her mind, she began to truly observe the island and even offered some suggestions to improve life in the family compound.
Although most of them are impractical, they reveal her dedication.
On the day the marriage certificate was approved, Pei hoped to tell her the good news.
Zi Xi was taken aback at first, then blushed and lowered her head, saying softly, "Then...then I'll send a telegram home."
She sent a telegram to her parents in Shanghai, briefly informing them of the wedding date.
The call came quickly; my parents congratulated me, but their words revealed their regret at not being able to come to the island.
"The journey is long and inconvenient, I hope you understand, and I wish you happiness."
After receiving the reply, Zi Xi remained silent for a long time.
They can't come, and it's understandable; it's so far away, and their jobs are sensitive right now.
But this is my wedding day...
Well, I shouldn't ask for too much. Being together is already good enough...
Pei Jiwang heard her inner disappointment and self-consolation, but said nothing.
I just gave her two extra pieces of meat at dinner that night.
Three days before the wedding.
"I have a temporary mission at the division, and I may have to go out for a day or two. I will definitely be back before the wedding."
Pei Jiwang said to Zixi.
"Then be careful."
Although Zi Xi was somewhat uneasy, she nodded.
[What kind of urgent task is this? The wedding's almost here and you still have to go out...]
But he's a soldier; obeying orders is his duty, so I should understand...
Pei Jiwang could hear clearly Zi Xi's inner worries and her efforts to convince herself.
"Don't worry, I'll try my best to come back as soon as possible."
Pei Jiwang resisted the urge to tell her the truth and simply patted her shoulder gently.
Standing in front of the mirror, Pei Jiwang recalled the mission three days ago.
He did indeed leave the island, but not to carry out military duties; he went to Shanghai in person.
With special approval from his superiors and the covert assistance of Shen's old friends, he met with Shen Huai-ren and his wife.
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