Chapter 41: He is not a bachelor now; he is taken

Elder Lu left as soon as he said he would, taking only some changes of clothes and the grape wine his granddaughter had brewed for him.

Considering the long and tiring journey, he only took ten jin.

As for the remaining grape wine, after thinking it over, he let Xiao Li put the large jar into the cabinet under his bed and locked it.

There were two keys; he took one, and the other was handed to Xiao Li.

Yes, in this home, the only person he could trust now was Xiao Li.

Xiao Li had a family. He was going to the Sea Island to seek out his granddaughter and grandson this time, and if there were no accidents, he wouldn't be coming back much.

So Xiao Li would stay behind, occasionally coming back to help him clean and look after his things.

He wouldn't treat Xiao Li badly either; he recommended a more promising job for Xiao Li, which could be considered fulfilling the friendship between the two generations of the Li family and him.

"Chug-chug—chug-chug—chug-chug—"

The train arrived at the station. Xiao Li helped the old leader move his luggage into the private compartment, his eyes red, very reluctant to part.

"Don't be sad. I'm going to the Sea Island for retirement. With my grandson and granddaughter there, my twilight years will only be better."

Elder Lu patted Xiao Li's shoulder. After comforting him, he gave instructions and encouragement:

"In the future, help me keep an eye on the Lonely Alley. If you need anything, take it from my retirement allowance.

Also, you've followed me for so many years; thank you for your hard work. In the future, follow Section Chief Pei, work hard, and contribute your strength to the country and society."

"Received!"

Xiao Li saluted respectfully and reluctantly said goodbye to the old leader.

How could he be so lucky to have the honor of learning by the old leader's side for a few years and being well taken care of by him.

He would definitely keep the old leader's instructions in mind and be a good soldier who made contributions to the country and society in the future!

Because it was the weekend, Lu Mingyuan was on vacation.

When eating breakfast, he discovered that his father, who had a very regular daily routine, hadn't come to eat breakfast.

Just as he was about to knock on the door, he discovered that his father's door was locked.

"Knock, knock, knock."

"Dad, are you up? Time for breakfast."

"Dad?"

"Knock, knock, knock."

His only response was a silence like death; there was no sound inside the door.

Just as he was worried about whether his father had fallen and fainted, the sound of Wangjie's footsteps came from behind him.

He saw Wangjie's expression was complex, looking at him with hesitation, seemingly very troubled.

"Wangjie, if you have something to say, please say it directly."

At this moment, he already had a bad premonition in his heart.

"Sir, the old gentleman left this morning and left a message saying that you shouldn't contact him in the future. Not disturbing each other and each living well is the best filial piety."

"Also, I want to resign. I'm old, and my children at home have all started families. I want to..."

Wangjie stirred her apron with her fingers, a bit embarrassed, but more of a decision made after thinking about it for a night.

One bad news after another smashed into Lu Mingyuan's head, causing pain.

Father had really left.

Now, Wangjie, who had helped with chores in the house for over twenty years, was also leaving.

His eyes were full of sorrow; everyone was leaving, everyone was abandoning this home.

A bitter smile hung on his lips; he was truly a lonely man now...

Section Commander Duan on the Sea Island, after arriving at his office in the morning, was personally handed two encrypted telegrams by the Communications Department Head.

After opening them and taking a look, his tightly pursed lips twitched.

One telegram was about the marriage report filed by Jiang Ye, the military marriage investigation results, and Shen Man's family background, all clear at a glance.

Especially, "Red Capitalist," in bold font, with a note about a little-known story.

Shen Man's background was completely fine!

And her maternal grandfather had run around for the country decades ago, donated his family property, supported military supplies, and done his best for the country in its early stages...

He carefully folded this telegram and put it into Jiang Ye's file bag.

Then the second telegram, very concise, was the one sent by that person: he was coming to the Sea Island to seek out his grandchildren for retirement.

Train number, arrival time.

This person's style of doing things was, as always, unconstrained and vigorous...

Around ten o'clock in the morning, Jiang Ye received a notification and came to the Section Commander's office—

"Report."

"Enter."

After some negotiation and communication, Jiang Ye received the expedited marriage report.

At the same time, he accepted Section Commander Duan's suggestion to hold a collective wedding a week after the matchmaking event organized by Political Commissar Ji ended today.

In addition, he could be specially approved to go to the Logistics Department now to choose the family quarters in advance.

And there was one most important piece of news: Shen Man's grandfather, Lu Changjun, would arrive at the train station in three days. At that time, as the grandson-in-law, it would be best for him to go pick him up personally.

"Thank you for your guidance. At the wedding, please be the witness and guest of honor for me and Manman."

Rarely, Jiang Ye was moved, speaking words that were very warm for him.

"Got it. I'm busy; I don't have time to be sentimental with you."

Section Commander Duan looked at the excellent officer he had personally cultivated with complex eyes. Although he disliked him and chased him away, he felt very comforted in his heart.

This boy grew up in that kind of environment, so he was somewhat cold-hearted.

He had originally thought this boy would be lonely for the rest of his life, but he didn't expect that when fate came, it couldn't be stopped.

"Received."

Jiang Ye saluted, turned around with a straight posture, and lifted his feet to leave...

"This boy."

Section Commander Duan looked at the office door that had closed again, shook his head with a laugh, took off his glasses, rubbed his brows, and continued to handle official business...

At the entrance of the military base, a wide area of ground had been set up as a matchmaking event site.

Long tables, chairs, and benches were placed in an orderly manner on the open ground. Each table had teapots and cups, and there were also bottles and jars, with flowers inserted, looking even more exquisite at a glance.

Besides the separated tables and chairs, there was also a high platform covered with a red carpet that would only be laid for formal occasions.

Large loudspeakers, a background stage, a rose flower wall, and melons and fruits that were easy to grab—the scene was grand, showing how much effort the organizers had put in.

When Jiang Ye rode his bike away, he glanced at it simply and didn't look again.

He was not a bachelor now; he was taken.

"Regiment Commander Jiang."

A female voice rang out, but whether it was because her shouting voice wasn't loud enough or the man didn't hear it at all, in short, the man didn't slow down his bike and soon disappeared from view.

"Jiaojiao, come quickly and draw your seat sign."

"Oh, coming."

Li Jiaojiao withdrew her gaze with a restless heart, a shallow arc appearing on her pretty lips.

Her aunt had been sick for the past two days, so she had asked for leave to take care of her at home. It wasn't until today, when her aunt's health improved and she urged her not to forget the important matter—

Participating in the matchmaking event.

Yes, today was the matchmaking event organized by Political Commissar Ji. All the single men and women and officers on the island would participate!

Jiang Ye, as the officer with the brightest future in the military, would definitely be ordered to participate!

Three years. Since the first time she saw this man three years ago, she had decided he was her future husband.

Besides her, who else was worthy of him?

Jiang Ye, this man, she was determined to have! ===== CHAPTER 42 =====