With Gu Zhiyuan's words, the brigade leader and the party secretary felt somewhat relieved.
Although they hadn't had much interaction with Gu Zhiyuan, the two of them considered themselves to know him quite well, and that they could basically do anything if Gu Zhiyuan agreed.
Compared to Xu Zhenzhu's boyfriend and father-in-law, they are much more reliable.
Over this period of time, the brigade leader and the party secretary have come to see Xu Zhenzhu's true nature and know that they can't rely on her boyfriend Lu Kai and her father-in-law.
They had already given up, thinking that the Unity Brigade was probably not destined for this.
Unexpectedly, a glimmer of hope appeared after a period of despair; Gu Zhiyuan emerged from the production brigade, giving hope for the tractor project once again.
Regardless of Gu Zhiyuan's previous background, now that he has been exonerated and his household registration has not been transferred back to Beijing but remains in the Tuanjie Brigade, they must try to salvage the situation.
Doesn't that give us hope?
Gu Zhiyuan added, "I've always remembered how you two have taken care of me over the past year! I'll keep the tractor matter in mind, and I'll inform the brigade when I have any news!"
The two were delighted and found Gu Zhiyuan increasingly pleasing to the eye, thinking that he truly had a dignified bearing, befitting his auspicious origins in the capital.
Seeing that Gu Zhiyuan's attitude was sincere and not just going through the motions, and that he still remembered the care they had given him, they were surprised.
The captain couldn't help but add, "Since that's the case, then we're relieved! But, Xiao Gu, if I may say something, you've just been exonerated and have such a good job. You're riding high right now, and while we're happy for you, there might be some unscrupulous people secretly trying to find fault with you and pull a fast one on you!"
"Putting everything else aside, this issue of conduct is the most serious. It's not easy for you to be exonerated and have a good job. You can't ruin your bright future for some trivial matters, can you?"
The Party Secretary added, "Little Gu, don't think we're just trying to scare you! You're still young and don't know that some people are wicked and capable of anything. It's best to be cautious."
Gu Zhiyuan was a man who understood the meaning of the two men after the captain had only said one sentence.
His words were a subtle reminder not to be like Chen Shimei, abandoning Xu Ningyan once he went to the county town.
However, he did not feel that his personality had been insulted or that he had been looked down upon in this way.
Instead, he listened attentively to what the two of them were saying.
"Besides, you'll be going to work in the county town, and someone will have to take care of your food, lodging, and other necessities, right? You and Siya are husband and wife, even though you're not legally married. In the eyes of us country folk, you're already husband and wife! Since she has free time, why not let her come with you to the county town? She can take care of you and let you focus on your work. What do you think?"
Gu Zhiyuan glanced at Xu Ningyan after hearing this, and hesitated before asking, "Is this a good idea? Won't anyone have any objections?"
The team leader slapped his thigh: "Who dares to object? Siya was originally our team's salesperson. She went to the county town for work, and we're just taking care of you along the way. Who can say anything? Besides, Siya was originally supposed to be a full-time employee of the department store. Wasn't she only a temporary worker because of your family background issue?"
"Now that you've cleared her name, it's a good opportunity to have Siya go to the county and ask if she can get her job permanently! If she can, wouldn't that be a secure job? That would be double happiness!"
Gu Zhiyuan hadn't expected this, but his eyes lit up after the captain's reminder.
He looked at Xu Ningyan.
Xu Ningyan was listening to the commotion when the topic suddenly turned to her, catching her off guard.
When Gu Zhiyuan looked at her, she still looked completely bewildered.
Gu Zhiyuan knew that Xu Ningyan probably hadn't thought of this either, and naturally he hoped they would go to the county town together.
Judging from Xu Ningyan's confused expression, it seemed as if she hadn't considered going with him.
Gu Zhiyuan felt a strange pang in his heart. Hadn't he promised to always stand by his side? He'd only just gone to the county town, and he already didn't want to follow him anymore?
You little liar!
With his mind racing, Gu Zhiyuan remained expressionless, only giving Xu Ningyan a deep look before sincerely saying to the brigade leader and the party secretary, "Of course! I wouldn't be where I am today without Ningyan. She has sacrificed so much for me. If I were to betray her, not only would you not be able to forgive me, but I myself would not be able to forgive myself!"
"In front of both of you, I, Gu Zhiyuan, promise that I will never let A-Ning down in this lifetime! Not only will I take A-Ning to the county town, but wherever I go in the future, A-Ning will follow me!"
"A-Ning isn't old enough yet. Once she turns eighteen, I'll get our marriage certificate! It'll be less than two years, and you two will definitely see it!"
The brigade leader and the party secretary looked at Gu Zhiyuan. As long as he still acknowledged that Siya was his wife, then he would always be the son-in-law of the Tuanjie Brigade.
The brigade leader and the branch secretary, deeply moved, each held Gu Zhiyuan's hand and patted his shoulder, their faces full of satisfaction.
Xu Ningyan, the person involved, always felt that Gu Zhiyuan's words were strange, and something about them didn't sound right.
The main thing was that Gu Zhiyuan's confident demeanor was quite intimidating.
Especially since the date for obtaining the marriage certificate had been set, and the brigade leader and the party secretary were to be present at the time, Xu Ningyan was somewhat puzzled.
After all, there are still more than two years before the college entrance examination is reinstated. If Gu Zhiyuan has already made this statement, and he hasn't left Jingshan County by then, does that mean he's really going to get a marriage certificate to shut everyone up?
The words of questioning were on the tip of her tongue, but remembering that the boss was always reliable, Xu Ningyan held back her question.
On second thought, I understood a little better.
Gu Zhiyuan has just been exonerated, so we certainly can't leave any ammunition for others to criticize us at this time.
Therefore, he must clearly state to outsiders that he will keep his promise, marry her, and never betray her.
The more sincere your attitude, the better!
See how the brigade leader and the party secretary completely believed it?
Luckily, I was the one involved and knew about the agreement between the two, otherwise I would have been moved.
However, Gu Zhiyuan stated that it was something he had to do, so he had to be sensible and not misunderstand that the big boss was going to take responsibility for him, otherwise it would be a laughing stock.
Even worse, offending a powerful figure could render all the previous efforts futile.
Thinking about it this way, Xu Ningyan, whose heart had involuntarily skipped a beat after hearing Gu Zhiyuan's words, instantly calmed down, and her heartbeat returned to normal.
The brigade leader and the village secretary finally realized, almost explicitly, that the two had been staying at their house for too long.
The couple must have other plans, such as packing their luggage or making arrangements.
With them always standing in the middle, no amount of private conversation can be shared.
Embarrassed and blushing, he said goodbye and went home.
Before Gu Zhiyuan could speak, Xu Ningyan took the initiative to say, "Brother Gu, don't worry. Don't listen to the brigade leader and the party secretary. They don't know our situation and are just worrying unnecessarily!"
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