Chapter 213 This is far too valuable
"This...this is far too valuable!" Grandpa exclaimed in astonishment.
Xie Yunze's political commissar smiled and said, "Old man, this is just a small token of our young Xie's appreciation."
"He performed excellently in the military, and the organization is very supportive of his marriage proposal."
Mr. Xu nervously wrung his hands: "Yun Ce, of course we agree to your relationship with Zhi Li, but this gift... is too much."
Xie Yunze said sincerely, "Auntie, Grandpa and Grandma, I know this is not enough to express my feelings for Zhili, but I promise you that I will treat Zhili well for the rest of my life."
Xu Zhili gently tugged at Xie Yunce's sleeve and whispered, "You're exaggerating too much. You scared me."
Xie Yunze also lowered his voice: "This is my first time proposing marriage, I have no experience, so I asked the political commissar and my married comrades... Is there something I did wrong?"
Looking at his serious expression, Xu Zhili felt a warmth in her heart: "There's nothing wrong with it, it's just too formal."
At this moment, Xu's mother finally came to her senses and hurriedly invited the guests to sit down: "Don't stand, sit down, sit down. Nuoyan, go make some tea."
Xu Nuoyan brought out tea and greeted them with a smile, "Come, everyone, sit down and have some tea. Don't stand."
In the small room, Xie Yunze and the political commissar sat in the main seats, Xu's parents sat opposite them, and Xu Zhili sat next to her mother.
The political commissar spoke first: "Old man, Xiao Xie is an outstanding cadre in our army. He has been awarded the Second Class Merit Citation three times."
"He and Comrade Zhili are deeply in love, and the organization strongly supports their marriage. This is a certificate issued by the military."
As he spoke, he took out a letter stamped with a red seal.
Mr. Xu took the letter, his hands trembling slightly: "We know that it is a blessing for Zhili to meet Yun Ce."
Xie Yunze quickly said, "Grandpa, you flatter me. It is my good fortune to have met Zhili."
Xu's mother asked with concern, "When do you plan to hold the wedding?"
Xie Yunze and Xu Zhili exchanged a glance and said, "If you two agree, I'd like to take advantage of this leave to get married. I'll be returning to the army after the New Year; I might have an important mission."
"So fast?" Mrs. Xu was taken aback. "It's almost Chinese New Year, is there enough time to prepare?"
The political commissar smiled and said, "Don't worry, old man, the military will assist with the relevant procedures. Besides, we'll handle things in a new way, so there's no need to be too extravagant."
Mr. and Mrs. Xu exchanged a glance, and Mr. Xu finally nodded: "Since the children are willing, we, as elders, will of course support them."
Xie Yunze breathed a sigh of relief and quietly took Xu Zhili's hand.
Xu Zhili felt the warmth of his palm, and a warm current surged in her heart.
She knew a new life was about to begin, and she was ready.
Hearing the commotion, Captain Xie and his wife Wang Xiuying rushed over.
Seeing his youngest son in the yard, Captain Xie, both angry and amused, playfully patted him on the back: "You brat, why didn't you send a message before you came back? I know you were anxious, but even if you were anxious, you should have waited for your mother and me to properly ask someone to propose marriage. What kind of behavior is it to rush over like this!"
Wang Xiuying chimed in with a smile, her eyes full of gentle laughter: "Young Xu, in-laws, look at my silly boy, he's so anxious, don't let him make a fool of himself."
Xu's mother also responded with a smile: "Xiao Xie is a very good child. He looks very energetic. Your family has done a really good job educating him."
"Sister-in-law Xu, such a good son-in-law, why don't you quickly agree!"
"I'm a political commissar," Xie Yunze said with a smile.
Hahahaha!
A chorus of congratulations immediately filled the courtyard.
Xie Yunze breathed a sigh of relief and quietly took Xu Zhili's hand.
However, at this joyous moment, someone else arrived at the door, and a discordant voice rang out: "Wow, such a grand display! Anyone who didn't know better would think you were some high-ranking official!"
Everyone turned their heads and saw Yao Xueru standing at the gate of the courtyard, with a half-smile on her face.
Xie Xiazhu immediately stepped forward: "Sister Da Cui, today is a joyous occasion, isn't it inappropriate to say these things?"
Li Dacui snorted: "I'm just happy for Zhili. But you know, marrying a soldier is tough. He's rarely around, and you'll have to raise the children yourself."
Xie Yunze's political commissar said seriously, "Comrade, military families do indeed have to make more sacrifices, but the country will never forget their contributions."
Xu Zhili calmly continued, "Sister Da Cui, thank you for your concern. But I've made up my mind about Yun Ce, and we can face any difficulties together."
Li Dacui was speechless after being rebuked and left awkwardly.
This little incident did not dampen the atmosphere; on the contrary, it made the villagers present even more supportive of the newlyweds.
After the marriage proposal ceremony, Xie Yunze and the political commissar still had to go to the commune to complete the relevant procedures.
After they left, the Xu family was immediately surrounded by villagers who came to offer their congratulations.
Looking at the room full of gifts, Mrs. Xu was both happy and worried: "This child, why did she prepare so many things? What kind of gift should we give in return?"
Xu Zhili smiled and comforted her mother: "Yun Ce is not the kind of person who cares about these things, so you don't need to worry too much."
However, Mrs. Xu was still restless: "No, although our family is not rich, we cannot neglect etiquette. We need to think about what kind of gift to give in return."
Just then, Xie Xiazhu arrived carrying a cloth bag: "Auntie, I heard about Zhili's happy occasion, so I rushed to make two new dresses as part of Zhili's dowry."
Moved, Xu's mother took Xie Xiazhu's hand and said, "Good child, thank you for thinking of Zhili."
Xie Xiazhu smiled and said, "Zhili has helped me so much, this is what I should do."
For the next few days, the Xu family was busy preparing for the wedding.
Although Xie Yunce advocated keeping everything simple, Xu's mother insisted on making it more respectable according to local customs.
Xu Zhili got up just as dawn was breaking.
Today was the day she and Xie Yunze were going to the county town to get their marriage certificate. Xu's mother got up early, boiled two eggs, and insisted that her daughter eat them before letting her leave.
"Have something to eat on the way, it'll take most of the day to go back and forth." Xu's mother put the eggs into her daughter's hand and then combed her hair again.
Xu Zhili looked at herself in the mirror, a blush involuntarily rising to her cheeks. After today, she would be Xie Yunce's rightful wife.
The sound of a jeep horn came from outside the door; Xie Yunze had arrived on time. He was wearing a brand-new military uniform today, his hair was neatly combed, and he looked exceptionally energetic.
"Auntie, don't worry, I promise to bring Zhili back safely." Xie Yunze solemnly assured Xu's mother.
Mother Xu smiled broadly: "Alright, alright, you all go quickly, don't keep the people from the commune waiting."
Only after the car drove out of the village did Xie Yunce breathe a sigh of relief and quietly grasp Xu Zhili's hand: "Were you nervous?"
Xu Zhili smiled, pursing her lips. "A little. What about you?"
"I'm more nervous."
Xie Yunze honestly admitted, "I didn't sleep well last night, I was afraid something might go wrong today."
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