Chapter 96 Proclaiming to the World (1/2)

The sky was just beginning to lighten.

Yan Yu opened his eyes; the little girl in his arms was fast asleep.

Her little face was rosy, and her breathing was light and even, like a little kitten that had just eaten and was tucking its paws in.

Last night, I really scared her terribly.

He stared at her for a long time; her eyes, which had seen life and death countless times in the apocalypse, were now so soft they seemed to drip with tears.

He leaned down, his movements as gentle as if afraid of disturbing a butterfly's wings, and placed a burning kiss on her smooth forehead.

He quietly got off the kang (a heated brick bed), tucked her in, and then went to the kitchen.

The thick meat porridge was bubbling in the pot, while golden dumplings were being fried on a griddle next to it, their aroma wafting into the air.

He covered the breakfast in a large bowl and kept it warm in a pot so that the little girl could have a hot meal as soon as she woke up.

After doing all this, Yan Yu clapped his hands and took out a large bag of colorful fruit candies from his spatial storage and stuffed it into his basket.

After locking the courtyard gate, he strode towards the brigade headquarters.

He wanted the entire Jixiang Brigade to know that Ruan Tang was the person on Yan Yu's household registration, the wife he would cherish for a lifetime.

The brigade headquarters was filled with smoke.

Chen Fengshan was discussing the autumn harvest with accountant Li Heping, scorekeeper Chen Zhengguo, and a few others, over the pungent sparks of cigarette butts.

Yan Yu pushed the door open and came in. His tall figure, standing at 1.9 meters, completely blocked the light from the doorway.

"Yan Zhiqing? So early, not even time for work yet." Chen Fengshan looked up, somewhat surprised.

For the first time ever, Yan Yu had a smile on his face. He strode over and, without saying a word, slammed the oil paper package from his basket onto the table.

The paper package wasn't sealed tightly, and a small piece of colorful candy tumbled out, dazzling the eyes in the dim room.

The sweet, cloying aroma of fruit candy instantly dispelled the smoky smell that filled the room.

The cigarette butt in Chen Fengshan's hand fell to the ground with a "thud".

Li Heping and Chen Zhengguo stared wide-eyed at the pile of candy, their Adam's apples bobbing involuntarily.

This...this must weigh at least ten pounds, right?!

These days, sugar is more precious than meat! How much money and coupons did this huge pile cost? Did this guy empty out someone's supply and marketing cooperative?

"Yan Zhiqing, what... what are you doing?" Chen Fengshan's voice was a little dry.

"Ruan Tang and I got our marriage certificate."

Yan Yu's voice wasn't loud, but it sounded like a thunderclap in the room.

He glanced at the stunned group of people and added in a calm tone, "I'm sharing this joy with you uncles and fellow villagers. I don't know many people in the village, so I'll have to trouble you uncles to help distribute the gifts."

"What?! They got their marriage certificate?!" Li Heping's glasses almost slipped off his nose. "Ruan Zhiqing...wasn't she just reached the legal age?"

Before he could finish speaking, he realized what he had done, slapped his forehead, and the astonishment on his face instantly turned into an official, enthusiastic realization.

"Oh dear! Look at my memory! You two were betrothed as children, right? What a wonderful relationship! Being able to reunite even when you're in the countryside, this is such a wonderful fate! It's good that you got married sooner, so you can have children sooner and enjoy life sooner!"

Chen Fengshan also came to his senses, slapped his thigh, and laughed heartily: "Yes, yes, yes! Great news, fantastic news! Congratulations, Yan Zhiqing! Don't worry, Uncle will make sure you distribute this candy to everyone!"

A cold glint flashed in Yan Yu's eyes, but he smiled and said, "Then thank you, uncles. Tonight, I'd like to have two tables at home and invite you, the brigade leader, your aunt, the old secretary, Aunt Fengxia, Aunt Xiuqin, and everyone from the educated youth settlement to come and have a good time."

“Okay! I definitely have to go!” Chen Fengshan readily agreed.

The room was immediately filled with joyful congratulations.

Only in the corner, a venomous gaze, like a needle, was fixed on Yan Yu.