Reborn in the 1980s: I became a stepmother in the 1980s

Part 123 Wedding 2 Zhou Yueshen's secret

Because she didn't have her family's support, she wasn't treated well by her mother-in-law after marrying her husband. She didn't even have a red outfit when she got married; she did her hair herself. She never expected that one day, she would personally send her daughter off to marriage. Lin's mother's eyes welled up with tears for a moment.

In reality, Si Nian didn't have much emotional attachment to the Lin family, considering she hadn't spent much time with them. But the Lin family was honest and kind to her. She genuinely treated them as family. While she didn't cry bitterly at the parting, there was a hint of sadness in her heart.

Soon, the bridal party arrived. Outside, firecrackers crackled, signaling the start of the feast. There were fewer people from the Lin family, so only a few tables were set up in the courtyard. None of the Lin family members came because of the incident where meat wasn't provided earlier, which offended both families. They didn't even come to see their granddaughter off, clearly trying to assert dominance over Si Nian. The neighbors whispered amongst themselves, and Lin's parents didn't look pleased, but Si Nian didn't care. She saw them as strangers; why should she bother? At this moment, the bridal sedan had already arrived at the gate.

The car was impeccably clean, and the men behind were all from Zhou Yuanshen's farm, tall, strong, and handsome, knocking gongs and drums. The sight made the young girls from the Lin family's feast blush, afraid to look too much. Zhou Yuanshen stepped out of the car in a crisp military green uniform, wearing a hat. He stood tall and straight, with a slender figure, towering and stern. His chest was adorned with medals, ranked from high to low. Standing in front of the car, the morning sun casting a halo behind him, a gentle breeze brushing past, he seemed like a deity standing on high, his angular face becoming more three-dimensional with the interplay of light and shadow, his expression aloof. The military green uniform was buttoned up to the neck, emanating a restrained air of a century-old military officer. Everyone was stunned; they had never seen Zhou Yuanshen like this before. They had only heard that he used to be a soldier, but no one knew the details, let alone that Zhou Yuanshen had so many merits. Clad in military attire, carrying a sense of honor, he came to marry the woman he loved the most. Previously, everyone had thought that Zhou Yuanshen was willing to spend so much money because he was at a disadvantage, considering his older age and lack of background, despite running a pig farm. They unanimously believed that he was just luckier than others, having made money. Little did they know, Zhou Yuanshen possessed more than just wealth. Though his soldier days had passed, his military spirit remained. Everyone admired soldiers, and in that moment, they couldn't help but feel a deep respect. Zhou Yuanshen nodded slightly to the crowd as a greeting. Those who had been clamoring to play games and prank the groom's party now dared not step forward.

Indeed, Zhou Yuanshen's stern expression, cold demeanor, and dark gaze were sharp as blades, making people's legs go weak with just one glance. Who would dare to muster the courage to confront him?

So much so that Si Nian hadn't even reacted yet, and Zhou Yuanshen had already, amidst the gazes of the crowd, arrived at her room. She wore her bridal gown, her back turned to the man. From the perspective of the onlookers, one tall and one short, one rigid and one gentle, they formed a breathtaking picture.

Si Nian heard the commotion and instinctively turned her head. In an instant, her pupils contracted, her lips parted slightly. She was stunned. By the time she snapped out of it, Zhou Yuanshen had already taken her to the car.

Si Nian opened her mouth, looking at her parents outside, who were hiding their tears. It was only then that she found her voice. "Why... why are you dressed like this?" She knew Zhou Yuanshen had served in the military before, but wasn't he discharged? Each of those medals on his left chest was something civilians like her couldn't even dream of touching. And they were all officer-level. She had never seen anyone wear a military uniform with such a cold and stern demeanor.

In that moment, Si Nian felt like she was seeing Zhou Yuanshen for the first time when she met him at the Zhou family's house. Back then, she had felt that this man had a different aura, exuding a sense of leadership. And now, it was confirmed.

It seemed that Zhou Yuanshen had long anticipated this moment. His voice was clear and light, "I haven't exactly been discharged. Previously, I was seriously injured, and there were issues at home. Several children only had me as their relative, so I couldn't ignore them. I intended to leave the army, but I didn't get permission."

"My situation is rather unique, and it's not something that can be explained in a few words. But bearing this military rank, if the country calls, the mission will be fulfilled."

So he wore military attire to marry her? Si Nian's heart was shaken! As a citizen, she naturally admired soldiers. And he was exceptionally outstanding.

"My apologies, due to certain reasons, this matter couldn't be made public, so I kept it from you."

"So that's why you kept asking me repeatedly if I was ready?" Zhou Yuanshen nodded slightly.

Si Nian sighed, "How could I blame you for such a thing? My husband is a soldier serving the country, I am proud of you beyond measure."

Zhou Yuanshen looked at her beautiful face, a hint of emotion flashing in his dark eyes. He had never imagined that, at this age where words fail, he would encounter the woman he wanted to spend his life with.

She was amazing.

For him, Zhou Yuanshen, she was worth reaching for, despite all odds.

The wedding car had just left when the car from the Si family swayed slowly over. Mr. and Mrs. Si, dressed in neat gray suits and glasses, coincidentally passed by the bridal party. Mr. Si noticed another decorated wedding car heading toward a different village not far away and was slightly surprised. "Is someone else getting married today? There's another wedding car?" His tone clearly expressed surprise that anyone in such a remote village could afford a wedding car, without even considering Si Nian.

Zhang Cuimei also glanced over and remarked, "Must be from the town? It's normal for people in the town to afford cars."

Upon hearing this, Lin Sisi frowned and looked over. That road wasn't the way to the town but to Happiness Village. A certain possibility flashed through her mind, but she was reluctant to believe it.

Soon, the car stopped in front of the Lin family's house. The Lin family was still standing at the door, with Mr. and Mrs. Lin's eyes slightly red. The sudden stop of the car caught everyone's attention. Then, Lin Sisi's family got out of the car. Everyone was surprised to see her there.

Mr. and Mrs. Lin were also surprised but didn't dwell on it. They hurriedly approached and said, "Sisi, you're here too. There's just one table left. Come in quickly and have a meal."

Before Lin Sisi could speak, Zhang Cuimei, who had a poor opinion of the Lin family, spoke up sarcastically, "No need. We're here to send Nini off. After all, we raised her for eighteen years. We wanted to see her off, and now that she's gone, we'll leave. No need to have a meal."

There wasn't much good food at this rural feast anyway. Lin Sisi had heard her daughter say that the Lin family didn't even have meat to eat twice a year. Zhang Cuimei's eyes showed disdain. They had raised Si Nian so well, yet their own daughter had to treat meat as a luxury.

Lin's mother felt extremely uncomfortable hearing this. "Okay, okay. But Nini was just taken away by Xiaozhou. I didn't expect you to come. Otherwise, I would have made them wait for a while."

Thinking that the Si family had raised their daughter for eighteen years, it was only natural for them to come all the way to see her off. It was just unfortunate they were a step late.

"What? She's gone? When did this happen?" Mr. Lin frowned.

Lin's mother pointed towards the departing bridal procession. "Not long ago, just now. You can still see the car."

The couple followed her gesture and saw the same sedan they had just been discussing pulling away.