Chapter 680 Three Aunts Offer Suggestions 3
When He Yuzhu heard this, his originally simple face instantly revealed an extremely grateful look. He frowned slightly, his eyes full of sincerity, and hurriedly said: "Uncle, that's really a bother for you. You know, I have been thinking about holding this wedding for a long time. After all, it is a major event in life. But I usually just work hard. As for the matter of holding a wedding, I really have no idea for a while, just like a headless fly, wandering around without knowing where to start. Now that you are here to help, I feel like I have taken a reassurance pill and I feel much more at ease."
Yi Zhonghai always had a kind smile on his face. He nodded slowly. His eyes were full of love and encouragement, just like the warmest sunshine in spring, which made people feel particularly comfortable. He said earnestly: "Zhu Zi, think about it. You have grown up in our courtyard since you were a child. We have all watched you grow up from a little kid to the big man you are now. We have already treated you as our own child. So, your wedding is naturally our business. How can we just watch you worry here and do nothing? Just put your mind at ease. We will work together to make your wedding a lively one, which will make you and the bride very satisfied."
Then, the two began to chat enthusiastically about the details of the wedding. First, the guest list, from the neighbors in the courtyard to the colleagues and friends in the factory, one name after another came out of their mouths. Yi Zhonghai also reminded He Yuzhu from time to time not to leave out any good relationship, so as to avoid being criticized. Then, when it comes to the wedding process, what route to take when welcoming the bride, how to knock on the door and say auspicious words when arriving at the bride's house, and which step to take first and which step to take later in the wedding ceremony, every link was discussed in detail. Even the various situations that may occur at the wedding, such as what to do if it rains, what to do if a guest cannot come due to something, etc., Yi Zhonghai patiently answered them one by one like an experienced old housekeeper, and the suggestions he gave were so practical that He Yuzhu felt enlightened and nodded in praise. As He Yuzhu listened, he became more and more excited about the upcoming wedding, as if he could already see the lively and beautiful scene right before his eyes.
Unconsciously, the night was like a big black curtain, slowly pulling down and becoming darker and darker. Yi Zhonghai then slowly stood up. He first gently patted the dust on his body, then stretched his slightly sore waist and said, "Okay, Zhuzi, look, it's getting late now, you should also go to bed early. You still have to go to work tomorrow. If you don't have a good rest and are not energetic at work, it will be bad. You must rest up enough so that you can have the energy to prepare for your wedding."
He Yuzhu stood up quickly and walked Yi Zhonghai to the door. The gratitude on his face became more and more intense. He said sincerely: "Uncle, thank you for coming to give me some advice today. Your coming here really helped me a lot. Please walk slowly. It's dark at night. You have to be careful on the road."
After hearing this, Yi Zhonghai smiled and waved his hand. His smile revealed a kind of calmness that made people feel at ease. He said, "Okay, don't worry about me, go back quickly. I'm old enough and have walked many times at night. There's nothing to be afraid of. But you, don't forget to ask for leave tomorrow and take some time to discuss the wedding with the bride. After all, this wedding is a big event for both of you, and you have to make a decision together."
He Yuzhu responded quickly, and then he turned around, closed the door, and slowly walked back into the house after watching Yi Zhonghai's figure gradually walk away. After he lay down on the bed, he couldn't fall asleep. He tossed and turned in bed for a long time. In his mind, it was like a movie, and various scenes of the wedding kept emerging. First, there was the bride's beautiful smile like a flower. That smile seemed to have magical power, making him feel sweet just thinking about it. Then came the sincere blessings from the guests, and each blessing seemed to be the most beautiful note, constantly echoing in his ears. Then there was the lively scene of everyone sitting together to eat the wedding banquet, the table full of good wine and food, people laughing and talking, toasting each other, every detail seemed so vivid, so much happiness and satisfaction, as if that was the most beautiful picture in the world.
He knew very well that this wedding was not only a testimony of the love between him and his bride, but also a blessing and love from all his relatives and friends in the courtyard. Thinking about it, he secretly made up his mind to do his best to prepare for this wedding, starting from every little detail, and not to be careless at all, so that everyone who came to the wedding could fully feel his joy and happiness from the bottom of his heart, and make this wedding an unforgettable and beautiful memory in everyone's memory.
On the other side, Xu Damao was busy packing his bag. His small room was a little messy, and all kinds of clothes were stuffed into his old bag. As he was packing, he was thinking about going back to his hometown early the next morning. His mood was really mixed and complicated.
In his heart, he was actually quite excited. When he thought about returning to his familiar and friendly hometown soon, sharing this joy with his family face to face, and telling them everything about himself and Lou Xiao'e, he felt full of energy. But at the same time, there was a feeling of uneasiness spreading in his heart. After all, this is a big marriage, and it is not something that can be decided casually. Since ancient times, this marriage needs the approval and blessing of both parents. He knew in his heart that his own parents were easy to deal with, but Lou Xiao'e's parents were also well-known families. Would they agree to his marriage with Lou Xiao'e? This was really a headache.
When it was late at night and everyone was asleep, the whole world seemed to have fallen asleep. Only the dim light in Xu Damao's room was still on, emitting a faint but persistent light. Xu Damao sat quietly under the light, his brows slightly furrowed, his eyes revealing a trace of solemnity. He thought over and over again about how to talk to his parents and Lou Xiao'e's parents. He held his chin for a while, as if he was organizing his words in his mind, and then shook his head gently, as if he felt that the words he had just thought of were not appropriate. He thought that he had to express his firm determination for this relationship, let them know that he really wanted to be with Lou Xiao'e and treat her well for the rest of his life, but he also had to say it more cleverly so that the elders could rest assured and feel that it was a reliable thing to hand their daughter to him. He knew very well that these words were not just words he said, but a solemn promise to his future life. It was related to whether he could live a happy and fulfilling life in the future. Moreover, it was a heavy responsibility to two families and he could not afford to be careless.
The next morning, when it was still light, Xu Damao, exhausted from a sleepless night, slowly set out on the road back home. His eyes were a little bloodshot, and he looked listless, but his steps were still firmly moving in the direction of his hometown. Along the way, he sat in the swaying car, his eyes looking at the scenery passing by the window, but his mind was not on it at all. In his mind, it was like a movie, constantly simulating the dialogue scenes with his family. Sometimes he thought about how he would answer if his parents asked about it first, and sometimes he thought about how he would explain and convince Lou Xiao'e's parents if they questioned him. In his heart, he was so nervous that he was like a little rabbit, beating non-stop, and he was full of expectations, hoping that everything would go smoothly, and the elders would happily bless him and Lou Xiao'e.
Just like that, when the sun was setting, the sky was dyed orange and red, like a gorgeous painting. Xu Damao finally returned to his long-lost hometown. The familiar accent, the familiar streets, the familiar plants and trees, all made him feel a strong sense of intimacy. At the dinner table, the family sat together. The atmosphere was originally lively and harmonious, but Xu Damao was extremely nervous. He took a deep breath, as if he had mustered up great courage, and then slowly told his love affair with Lou Xiaoe, from how the two first met, to the little sweet things in the process of getting along, and now the decision to get married, word by word, clearly and slowly. The family members around were stunned at first, and then they all quieted down and listened to him talk about it quietly.
After saying the last word, Xu Damao felt that his heart was about to jump out of his throat. He was so nervous that he subconsciously swallowed his saliva, and his dry throat felt a little better. Then, he began to carefully and slowly scan each family member present with a slightly uneasy look, as if he was looking for something extremely precious and afraid to lose. Every time he looked at a person, he wanted to see through the other person's expression inside and out, for fear of seeing even the slightest dissatisfaction or opposition on their face. His fingers unconsciously clenched the corners of his clothes slightly, and the whole person was like a prisoner waiting for trial, not daring to breathe.
However, to his surprise, his parents' reaction was completely different from what he had expected. A flash of surprise flashed across his parents' eyes, just like a small stone thrown into a calm lake, causing slight ripples. However, this flash of surprise was fleeting, and was soon replaced by a look of warmth and relief. The warmth was like the warm sun in winter, shining directly into Xu Damao's heart, making his originally nervous and cold heart suddenly warm; the relief was more like the satisfaction that parents felt when they saw the saplings they had carefully nurtured finally grow strong, and their eyes were full of satisfaction that was about to overflow.
At this time, the father slowly stood up, walked to Xu Damao with steady steps, then stretched out his broad and powerful hands, gently patted his shoulders, and the pats seemed to bring endless encouragement and support. There was some emotion in the father's voice, and the voice was a little hoarse, but it was also full of a different kind of depth, as if it was the charm of years. He said: "Son, you have really grown up. You are no longer the naughty boy. Now you have your own ideas, you have responsibilities, and you know how to make decisions for your own life events. As long as you think it is right, as long as you really like that girl, then we as parents will definitely support you, you can boldly pursue your own happiness."
The mother's eyes were already red. She wiped away her tears gently with her wrinkled hands. The tears were like beads that had broken off the string and could not be wiped away no matter how hard she tried. At the same time, she said with tears in her eyes, "Yes, son, as parents, we all hope that you can live a happy life. As long as you two children really love each other, there is no reason for us not to support you. We have also seen Xiao'e. Not only is she pretty, but she also has a very good personality. She is well-educated and sensible. You can tell at first glance that she is a good girl. It is really a blessing for you to be with her. We are also very happy from the bottom of our hearts."
When Xu Damao heard this, he felt as if the big stone that had been hanging in his heart had suddenly fallen to the ground with a clang, and he felt much more relaxed all of a sudden. Then, a warm current quickly surged through his body like a rushing river formed by the confluence of small trickles, making him feel warm all over, and his heart was filled with emotion. His eyes couldn't help but become moist, and the tears flashing in his eyes were tears of emotion and tears of joy. He looked at his parents with gratitude, his voice trembling slightly because of excitement, and said: "Thank you, Mom and Dad, you are so good to me, I don't know what to say. I will definitely treat Xiao'e well, and I will hold her in my hands all my life, and I will never let her suffer any grievances. I will never let you down. I will live a good life with her, and let our family always be harmonious, beautiful and happy."