The fat man watched helplessly as Silly Zhu took the cart with five people out of the yard, reluctantly dragging it slowly, which made Liu Lan, who was cleaning up, look anxious.
"Damn fat man, can you be more quick? Everyone else's is almost finished, but you just cut it in half. You still want to get married, and you don't take care of yourself. You are just dragging your feet. You want me to be the team member?" The boss didn’t even bring you here.”
Silly Zhu was not here, so Fatty was not afraid of Liu Lan. He talked as if he hadn’t heard anything, and kept his hands leisurely. He looked up at the cart from time to time. The few who were discharged from the hospital blinked their little eyes and didn't know what they were thinking.
"The team leader is about to get married. If you continue to be so short-sighted, you will be punished when you go back."
"I want you to take care of it. What do you do? You are not like me." , they are both assistant cooks, I have to follow you to learn how to cook, and you are considered a half-disciple, what qualifications do you have to command me?"
I became angry after what Liu Lan said, and looked at Shazhu leading the people out of the yard, The fat man lost his temper, threw the knife on the cutting board and put down the pick.
"You're awesome, just wait for me. It's the team leader's big day, how dare you give up..."
Liu Lan put her hands on her hips and became aggressive, but the little fat man was a little timid and pretended He didn't see it, so he walked to the bucket, scooped some water to wash his hands and face, and picked up the kitchen knife again.
“I’m sweating all over after cutting, so I wash my hands and face before cutting. Is there anything wrong? The control is so lenient. People like you deserve to be unable to progress. If you become the team leader, all the people in our cafeteria will be gone. "
Silly Zhu brought four apples and two boxes of snacks. This is also the rule. He gave four apples, and the Lou family had to return eight. It was considered stable. The man had to bring two snack boxes, and the woman I have to pay back two of them at home, and I have to put six boxes at home.
The number of people picking up relatives is also particular. It must be an even number. According to Lou Bancheng's suggestion, the whole process should be kept low-key. Shazhu only arranged six bicycles, not even electric bicycles, in order to comply with the father-in-law's requirement of keeping a low profile. .
Wearing new clothes, several people rode bicycles to Lou's house. The Lou's house had not changed at all. From the outside, it was impossible to tell that this family was marrying off their daughter.
"You two should go there together, otherwise there won't be any elders present for a while, and it won't be good for others to see." Silly Zhu still didn't give up, and wanted Lou Bancheng and his wife to participate.
"Zhuzi, I know you are filial, but our status has been really inappropriate in the past. Let's leave it alone. When we come back tomorrow, we can just close the door and make up for it at home." Mr. Lou politely refused his son-in-law. suggestions.
Mrs. Lou also said. "That's right, life at home is not for others to see. It's enough for you two to love us."
"Let's go. My parents won't go. I've tried to persuade you several times. , Just as my father said, we will talk about it when we come back tomorrow." Lou Xiao'e tugged on Silly Zhu's clothes and reminded in a low voice.
"Zhu Zhu, go ahead. If nothing else, I just want you two to be happy. It's best not to seek fame and glory, but to be safe and sound." Mr. Lou's words were very sincere, and Sha Zhu could see it. , my father-in-law’s biggest wish is for the two of them to be safe.
With no other choice, Shazhu had no choice but to pick up Lou Xiao'e and give her the "bride" wedding sign. Apart from a new set of clothes, the two of them didn't even wear red flowers. They left with the apples and snacks as gifts. door.
The whole dowry was just a box, and I had already secretly hired a truck to deliver it. Sending dowry was supposed to be a happy and showy thing, but my father-in-law looked at me like he was a thief. Lou Xiao'e looked happy, but Sha Zhu actually felt a little uncomfortable in his heart.
Although we had promised to simplify everything a long time ago, when things really came to a head, Shazhu still felt that the streamlining was too drastic. Many procedures were not carried out, and even the most ostentatious dowry delivery was silent.
"Ezi, I always feel that I am too shabby and I have wronged you."
"What are you talking about? My father has already said it. He doesn't want us to be prosperous, but he wants us to be safe. Let's go. You have something in your heart." I'll be content with that."
At this time, no one was talking about being rich and prosperous, and having a good life was even the most extravagant wish. Lou Xiao'e persuaded her in a low voice, which made Silly Zhu feel even worse, so he rode his bicycle on the street. , heading west along the street, this wedding ceremony is very particular, one way out, one way in, it means there is no turning back.
There was also a bicycle team passing by on the street. Looking at the majestic convoy of more than a dozen vehicles, Shazhu murmured in a low voice.
"Ezi, I still feel that I can't help you by taking you over so easily. It's too hasty."
Lou Xiao'e's little face has been pressed against Shazhu's back. , my heart was full of sweetness at this moment, "Don't be nagging, I will be very satisfied if you have this intention. If you are really guilty, treat me better in the future. I don't have any brothers, but I still have a few cousins." , If you dare to be sorry to me, I will ask them to come and beat you up."
As he said this, he punched Shazhu. Before Shazhu could speak, he heard the response from the MCA on the side.
"Master, my master can't do that. He is always thinking about you when he is at work. How dare you."
"Little bastard, don't talk nonsense if you don't know how to talk. When will you see me at work?" You’re a master’s wife…” Silly Zhu turned around and scolded, Lou Xiao’e covered her mouth and smiled.
“It’s coming, it’s coming, hurry up.” Liu Guangfu ran back from the alley out of breath. Hearing the noise in the yard, the crowd rushed out, and the little wife holding the child also rushed out. Can't help but watch the fun.
The two boys from the Liu family took over the task of lighting firecrackers at the entrance of the compound. Bangbang originally wanted to snatch it, but he couldn't beat the two boys from the Liu family. He could only stare at him bitterly and keep yelling.
“My silly uncle promised to give it back to me if I ordered it.”
“Just stay there for a while. People are not as long as bamboo poles. Let’s play with the little kid. Stay away for a while. "I'll blow you up."
Liu Guangtian will not give in to Banggeng. He is much older than Banggeng. He is now fourteen, which is considered half a boy. Banggeng is only less than eleven. There is a difference in body between the two. Old Nose, Liu Laoer easily squeezed out of the way. Liu Guangfu watched the bicycle team approaching. He couldn't wait to light the fire before it stopped, and the firecrackers started popping.
Silly Zhu said with a grin as he parked the car.
"You two guys are sensible, let's add a piece of meat to each of you later, haha."
He turned back and warned, "Don't get out of the car later, I have to carry you in."
"I know, I've said it several times." Seeing the crowds around the entrance of the courtyard, and the little kids trying to stand on tiptoe to look at the bride in the crowd, Lou Xiao'e suddenly felt shy and could no longer raise her head.
Silly Zhu parked the car and carried Lou Xiaoe on his back amidst everyone’s cheers. A brazier had been placed at the entrance of the yard, and a sack was laid behind the brazier. Silly Zhu was shouting.
“Young and old gentlemen, please, I have to carry the bride on my back and step on the brazier.”
The little kid in front of the brazier huffed and got out of the way. Silly Zhu pushed Lou Xiao'e up a little more. Lou Xiao'e crossed her feet and buried her face deeply behind Silly Zhu's neck. Xiao Liu in the backyard asked with a smile. road.
"Groom, is the bride too heavy? If you can't do it, our brothers can help to carry the bride over. Let's talk about it."
"Okay, lift it. Here comes the bride!" A group of spectators cheered.
Silly Zhu smiled and scolded, "Don't make trouble, you will get married tomorrow and let everyone carry it and walk."
As he said this, he stepped over the brazier and stepped on the sack, which is regarded as a blessing for future generations. It was safe and sound. While dealing with the jokes of the old and young men in the courtyard, Shazhu quickened his pace and went straight to the middle courtyard. Many people from the neighbors who watched the fun also poured into the courtyard.
"The groom needs to take it easy and don't flash his waist. It's not appropriate to be idle in the middle of the night, haha."
"You are an old and dishonest person. You are shameless before seeing your new wife." Have you seen someone? Stop talking." The neighbor on the side reminded him with a smile. Silhu originally wanted to turn around and say something to this disrespectful neighbor, but when he saw someone trying to persuade him, he didn't say anything.
The sound of playing from time to time made Lou Xiaoe even unable to raise her head. She did not see the envious looks of the two women not far away. Since everything was simple, there was no other elaborate arrangement. Silly Zhu was panting. He carried Lou Xiao'e into the house and carefully placed her on the bed. The cautious energy caused another burst of laughter at the door.
“The bridegroom is holding his hands for fear of being beaten, hahahahaha.”
The old lady, the first aunt, the second aunt and the third aunt are already sitting and chatting in the main room. What’s going on in the room opposite? Yuyu looked down, then shrank back. After a while, he brought two beautiful bridesmaids over to accompany Lou Xiao'e to dress up again.
He Yuyu came over with two sets of clothes, "Sister-in-law, I prepared this for you and me. Wear this later, it will be beautiful."
"You girl, you haven't changed your mind yet. "You can't call me sister-in-law."
The old lady reminded him that He Yuyu didn't dare to contradict her. He was used to calling her sister-in-law, so he said it naturally.
"Sister Ezi, please put it on and take a look."
Lou Xiao'e looked up at He Yuyu. No one told her at this moment. She was holding a bright red wedding dress in her hand and felt very sad. He was excited and nodded.
“Thank you, sister.”
Si Zhu took the new dress handed over by his sister in surprise.
"Me too? This outfit of mine is also specially made. It looks okay, do you want to change it?" "Brother, hurry up, you are in a set with Sister Ezi, why don't you change it if she doesn't? What’s the conversion?”
Silly Zhu looked at his new clothes, then at his new dress, and shook his head.
"You, you, just do it. These two sets of clothes cost a lot of money, eh."
He Yuyu smiled, "You don't have to worry about it, hurry up, I'll change it in a while. Tea is served.”
“Hurry up, why are you bothering with your sister’s feelings?” Seeing that Silly Zhu was still nagging, the old lady spoke directly.
Silly Zhu also understood that it would be impossible without changing. He took the new dress and went to his sister's room. The bridesmaids were all opposite and there was no one in the room, which was convenient.
When Lou Xiao'e came out in a red dress, everyone was dazzled. Lou Xiao'e, who was dressed in new clothes and had her head tied up, looked graceful and luxurious, especially eye-catching. The wedding dress was divided up and down, which was very similar to the wedding dresses of later generations. Similarly, there are two golden phoenixes on the chest, and two golden phoenixes are vaguely visible on the hem. They are also embroidered with golden silk thread. He Yuyu spent a long time making this by hand, and it is very beautiful.
Shazhu’s is simpler. The upper body is a mandarin jacket without embroidery. The lower body looks like a horse-faced skirt from later generations, but it has many buds. One by one, it matches Lou Xiao’e’s hem very well. The whole thing is eye-catching. The blue color also shows Shazhu's rare spirit.
“Sister, thank you, I won’t say anything else.”
Silly eye circles are a little red, sister did this beautifully, with this dress, this wedding will not be So shabby.
"Girl, you are really thoughtful, you are so beautiful, before now, you would not be worthy of this dress." The deaf old lady expressed her appreciation for He Yuyu for the first time.
“This girl’s hands are so skillful. This dress looks so nice. Rainwater, did you make this?” The eldest mother was also very surprised by this outfit.
"I hired a master to do the embroidery, and I did the rest." He Yuyu said calmly. Her brother had been very good to her in the past few years. There was no other way to express it. It took a lot of effort to create these two outfits. There was a lot to know. I couldn't buy anything, so I had to ask Zhu Xuefeng to get it.
There was nothing we could do about serving tea, so we had to endure it. The deaf old lady sat happily and watched the two serving tea, and she was so happy that she couldn't close her mouth.
After paying respects to the eldest father and eldest mother, Shazhu glanced at Zhu Xuemei, and the elementary school girl happily took another set of teacups.
Lou Xiao'e respectfully knelt in front of the old lady and served tea. The deaf old lady couldn't help but nod her head happily.
"Good girl, good girl, but I don't have to say that, there is no need to serve tea to grandma."
"Grandma, please accept it quickly. Whatever the rules are, it is what we, the juniors, want. "Si Zhu reminded loudly, and the old lady took it.
"First Master, I see that all the neighbors are here, and it's not early. Let's make arrangements to sit down."
The second uncle asked in a low voice, and the first uncle nodded.
"It's almost time to take a seat, there are no outsiders anyway."
The second uncle finally had the opportunity to show his presence in the yard again, arranging tables one by one, including A total of six tables were prepared for the children's table. It was considered a smooth sailing. There were people from every household in the courtyard, no more and no less. There were exactly six tables. The main table was occupied by two uncles, three aunts and an old lady, as well as those from the outer courtyard. Uncle Liu, add two new people.
The third uncle was still insisting at the door that he would not come over until the food was officially served.
There are so many helpers in the kitchen, and the food is served very quickly. No matter what others think, it is in the courtyard anyway. Silly Zhu has also initiated a lot of relationships. This wedding banquet is indeed sumptuous, and many people also prepare it during the New Year. Don't leave this scene.
Each table is served with a whole chicken, which is different from the third uncle’s house where they chop the chicken into pieces and serve it separately. Big fish is indispensable. Meat dishes account for nearly half, and there are also vegetarian dishes. The sea rice and cabbage were extremely rich. I had already smelled the aroma, and now it was on the table, but I could only watch.
The first man delivered a passionate speech and sent his sincere blessings to the newlyweds. He also welcomed the new members on behalf of the compound. However, the neighbors who were shocked by the sumptuous wedding banquet and the newlyweds’ attire seemed to It didn't attract much attention, and even the applause only became enthusiastic after being reminded.
The blessings from the two uncles at the back didn't seem to attract anyone's attention. Apart from staring at the greasy pork belly, they couldn't help but look at Lou Xiao'e who was accompanying Silly Zhu at the banquet. Silly Zhu kept laughing and scolding.
"Yu Yu, I changed my mind." The bridesmaid, who had been holding the wine bottle, took the opportunity to walk to He Yu Yu and lowered her head to say.
"Haitang, what are you changing your mind about?"
"If I get married, not only will you be my bridesmaid, but you will also have to do this for me. It's so beautiful."
"You damn girl, aren't you making things difficult for me? You don't know how much effort I put into finding these materials."
The bridesmaid bit her lip, she could also guess that these materials were very It was difficult to get, but I still made up my mind, "Don't worry, I'll figure out the materials, it's settled."
Without waiting for He Yuyu to express his position, he hurriedly followed the bride and groom and turned to toast the next table.
“Is this your classmate?”
“Well, pretty, I wanted to wait first before introducing...,” He Yuyu looked at the two newcomers who were toasting and was embarrassed to go Next.
“She is quite beautiful, but your sister-in-law is also beautiful, and she doesn’t have that kind of temperament.”
“I don’t understand, but my sister-in-law seems to have that kind of temperament that other people have. There’s nothing there, it’s very vague and can’t be described, it’s just a feeling.”
The banquet was interrupted by the movement of a car. It was obvious that a car came at the entrance of the courtyard. , he must have come for a happy occasion, and sure enough, after a while, someone came over from the front yard. Seeing this, the third uncle hurriedly ate the pork belly in the bowl, tore off a small piece of chicken, and hurried to work.
“I said Comrade He Yuzhu, for such a big thing as getting married, you actually didn’t report the specific time to the leader.”
“Leader, I just did it in the yard without thinking about it. I want to alarm everyone, why are you two here?”
The person who came was Director Zhang, followed by Director Yang. The noise suddenly became loud, and most of the people present were steel rolling companies. The factory workers all stopped using their chopsticks, and the remaining two uncles also quickly stood up.
Seeing the third uncle keeping accounts, the two consciously paid the wedding money, and Lao Yang patted Silly Zhu on the shoulder.
"You, you, why don't we come here to have a good time? Aren't you welcome?"
"Don't you dare, please."
Silly Zhu bravely brought it to the main table , the second uncle was also excited and quickly pulled the second aunt to get off the table.
"Sit here, leader."
"That's not necessary. Let's congratulate you. Old lady, you are lucky. You can also see your grandson marry a wife. The dishes on this table are also good. It’s not easy, and we have this new couple.”
The deaf old lady stood up tremblingly, and Lou Xiaoe quickly supported her.
“It’s all thanks to the leader that I, an old man, can still have this day at the end of the day. The leader actually came, let’s have a light meal together.”
< br>Old Yang shook his head. He knew this ancestor well. He was very old and had been in this yard for a long time. The old lady still helped a lot when the steel rolling industry had to solve the problem of employee housing.
“We are just here to say good luck and remind Comrade He Yuzhu that Comrade Lou Xiaoe is an outstanding comrade in our steel rolling mill. You should treat her well and make progress together to achieve greater results together.”
Si Zhu held Director Yang’s hand and said, “I will definitely not let the organization down. Please rest assured that you will never wrong Comrade Lou Xiaoe if you wrong yourself, right?”
Everyone burst into laughter, "You idiot!" Director Yang laughed and scolded in a low voice, "The big boss also knew about it and asked me to bring you a gift. There are too many people here. I will find someone to send it to you later."
As he spoke, he said loudly, "You said this in front of everyone, haha. Remember what you said. I came in a hurry and didn't prepare any gifts. I'll give this to you."
As he spoke, He took out a piece of neatly folded red paper from the bag and opened it, "A match made in heaven!" The four characters, although the calligraphy is average, are also very distinctive. The four characters are as if they were carved, with strong strokes and full handwriting. The pen is full of ink and the expression is excellent.
(End of this chapter)