On the 26th day of the twelfth lunar month, Sun Xingyan, who was so excited that he couldn't sleep all night, left home before dawn with his household registration book and ID card.
A few stars still faintly twinkled on the gray horizon, and the air was bitterly cold, turning breath into mist.
Finally seeing the familiar gate, Sun Xingyan stopped his bicycle.
He didn't ride his motorcycle today; it was too cold to ride one in this weather.
Sun Xingyan paced back and forth at the door without knocking.
It's still early, and Baozhu is probably still asleep. There are still three hours before the Civil Affairs Bureau opens, so let her sleep a little longer.
The wait was so long that Sun Xingyan would occasionally raise his wrist, pull up his sleeve, and look at his watch, feeling as if time was slowing down to a standstill.
He tried to knock on the door several times but couldn't resist.
Xia Baozhu didn't sleep well either, having a bizarre and fantastical dream all night long, some of her past dreams, some of the novel, some of Xia Zhaodi's, and some of Sun Xingyan's.
She opened her eyes wearily, her gaze still filled with a sense of bewilderment, as if she didn't know what year it was.
It took her a while to recover. Today was the day she had agreed to get the marriage certificate with Sun Xingyan.
Thinking about taking photos, she immediately got up, turned on the light, and picked up a mirror to look at herself.
My eyes are a little swollen because I'm having frequent dreams, but it's not serious; a cold compress will help.
Sun Xingyan, with his sharp ears, heard the door open and immediately went to knock on it with delight.
Looking at the still dark sky, Xia Baozhu had a guess in her mind. She couldn't help but smile, and her whole face relaxed.
She walked over quickly, and before she could speak, Sun Xingyan recognized her footsteps.
"Baozhu, open the door."
Xia Baozhu led Sun Xingyan into the bedroom and poured him a cup of hot water using her own cup.
Why so early?
"I can't sleep today because I got my marriage certificate."
As he spoke, Sun Xingyan took off his gloves, hat, and down jacket. Although he hadn't slept all night, he was still full of energy.
His eyes followed Xia Baozhu's every move. He took the cup from her hand, took a sip, and put it on the table.
"Feel my hands, are they cold?" Sun Xingyan stretched out both hands, wanting Xia Baozhu to warm them up.
Xia Baozhu chuckled at his silly behavior, then turned around and took the still-warm hot water bottle out from under the blanket and put it in her hand.
"Hold it, this is warmer."
Sun Xingyan took it with disappointment. He hugged the soft, warm water bag and rubbed it against his face. It had a very pleasant floral scent.
Needless to say, it's the scent of his wife.
Xia Baozhu folded the quilt, turned around and saw Sun Xingyan holding a hot water bottle, staring at her with a silly grin. Her heart softened, filled with a sweet feeling.
Today, Sun Xingyan was wearing a well-fitting dark blue wool sweater over a neatly buttoned light blue shirt.
Below are a pair of black casual pants and a pair of black mid-calf ankle boots.
He had medium-short hair parted in a 3/7 ratio, with a few strands falling down his forehead. His skin was very good, with the clean, refreshing, and firm look unique to young men.
Xia Baozhu looked at his shirt. Sun Xingyan rarely buttoned up the top button of his shirt because he found it uncomfortable.
He prefers loose-fitting casual wear and simple, stylish jackets to formal attire.
He probably thought that wedding photos only needed to show the upper body, so his shirt was no longer as casual as before, but more composed and serious.
"What's wrong? Is there something wrong with your clothes?" Sun Xingyan followed Xia Baozhu's gaze to her pants and shoes, not thinking there was anything wrong with her.
"It's nothing, you look great," Xia Baozhu complimented, noting how much better he looked than when she first met him.
He has matured, and his former cynicism has gradually faded away. He has become more reserved, more composed, and has retained his confidence.
Sun Xingyan, who used to occasionally mock and ridicule her, has gradually transformed into someone who praises her deep affection at the drop of a hat.
Life is truly full of surprises.
To look good in the photos, Xia Baozhu specially applied light makeup and covered her slightly swollen eyelids with powder.
"Honey, you look better without makeup."
Sun Xingyan disliked Xia Baozhu's makeup, believing that no matter how much she applied, she was never as beautiful as she was naturally.
Of course, the main reason he didn't dare to say it was that he couldn't kiss her if he was wearing makeup.
Of all cosmetics, lipstick is the one he hates the most.
“But it looks better in photos like this.” Xia Baozhu tidied herself up, slung her bag over her shoulder, and went out arm in arm with Sun Xingyan.
They decided to get their marriage certificate first and then have breakfast.
Xia Laidi's family has already gone to work, and Liu Runan's kindergarten will continue until the 28th of the twelfth lunar month.
Because many families have two working parents who cannot take care of their children, a semester in kindergarten is longer than that in junior high school.
Sitting on the back of Sun Xingyan's bicycle, Xia Baozhu greeted her neighbors who were leaving through her scarf.
At the entrance of the Civil Affairs Bureau, two people arrived earliest, half an hour earlier than the staff who were starting work.
After reviewing the two people's household registration books, ID cards, and Xia Baozhu's divorce certificate, the staff glanced at Xia Baozhu and then at Sun Xingyan.
He knew Xia Baozhu, and that's why he was surprised.
They got divorced at the beginning of the year and are getting married again at the end of the year. That's fast!
It's true that beautiful women are always in demand, no matter the circumstances.
"Why aren't there any photos?" The staff member's words froze Sun Xingyan's smile.
"Aren't we taking pictures here?" Xia Baozhu asked.
Although Xia Zhaodi had been married, her memories of that part of her life had long since faded.
After receiving confirmation that the photos were provided, the two immediately went to Spring Photo Studio and found Guan Xiaopeng to take their picture.
When Guan Xiaopeng heard that it was a marriage certificate photo, he stared at Xia Baozhu in surprise.
He remembered those photos of Sun Xingyan being kissed by foreign beauties, and that's why Xia Baozhu was going to marry him.
However, seeing the two being so affectionate, Guan Xiaopeng chose to remain silent.
They're about to get their marriage certificate, which means they've thought it through carefully. His comments are just spoiling the mood.
After taking the photos, Guan Xiaopeng agreed to expedite the printing so they could be used that afternoon.
Chen Shanlou sat in the car and saw a familiar figure, but there was already someone next to that figure.
He slammed his fist on the steering wheel in anger.
However, she arrived too late and found another man.
Staring angrily at that back, Chen Shanlou uttered a string of profanities.
Xia Baozhu sat on the back of Sun Xingyan's bicycle and felt someone watching her.
She looked back and saw Chen Shanlou's jeep. Why was this trouble back again?
Shen Shanlou must have seen her; there's no point in hiding anymore.
"Xingyan, let's take a taxi directly to the Civil Affairs Bureau this afternoon."
Xia Baozhu spoke up.
“Great, taking a taxi will be faster.” Sun Xingyan was feeling down because the marriage registration wasn’t finished, but he immediately cheered up when he heard Xia Baozhu say that.
His wife wanted to get their marriage certificate even faster than he did, which speaks volumes.
For a moment, Sun Xingyan pedaled his bicycle faster; he wanted to eat quickly and then watch Guan Xiaopeng develop the photos.
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