1970s: My childhood sweetheart ran away, and I turned around and married the wildest chief.

Qiao Yuanhe said, "He prepared his marriage application overnight and went to see the leaders overnight. The application was approved this morning. He also applied for family housing, and the logistics department is already preparing furniture for him."

"I told him to think it through, so he wouldn't blame you for his future career setbacks, causing discord in our marriage and making you suffer. He said it was his own choice, he's an adult, he knows the consequences, he won't blame you, marrying you means taking responsibility for you, and he'll hold a wedding ceremony, he'll never let you suffer!"

Upon hearing this, Qiao Wanqing couldn't help but smile. It would be a lie to say she wasn't happy. The person she liked had gone to such lengths for her, and she felt incredibly sweet inside.

Qiao Yuanhe looked at his younger sister and said, "Tell me the truth, did you two...?"

"No!" Qiao Wanqing denied. "I really haven't met him many times. Apart from when you brought him back for dinner, we've only run into each other a few times and haven't spoken much."

Qiao Yuanhe frowned. "Then how was he able to do that?"

Qiao Wanqing smiled. "Perhaps I'm just too charming; he fell in love with me at first sight, and then swore he'd never see me again?"

Qiao Yuanhe: "..."

Looking into his younger sister's somewhat cunning eyes, Qiao Yuanhe became uncertain. "We've run into each other a few times. How did we run into each other?"

"A chance encounter".

"Are you sure?" Qiao Yuanhe asked, somewhat incredulous.

Qiao Wanqing said helplessly, "I went to see him on purpose, but he thought we met by chance."

Qiao Yuanhe: "..."

Qiao Yuanhe then asked, "What do you like about him?"

"Good-looking."

"Chen Jin and Gao Zhan are both good-looking."

"Not as good-looking as Lu Mingzhou."

Qiao Yuanhe frowned, somewhat unable to understand his sister's aesthetic sense.

Lu Mingzhou is indeed quite good-looking, he admits that, but to say that he is so handsome that he is hated by heaven and earth and as handsome as Pan An, he feels that it does not reach that level. A person who has been on the battlefield for several years and has carried out several dangerous missions after returning has been worn down even if he is good-looking.

Lu Mingzhou now seems to him to be a typical rough man, tall, dark-skinned, and exuding a murderous aura—a kind of fierceness honed on the battlefield. How could his sister, a gentle and refined young lady from a prominent family, like someone like him?

His younger sister liked it, and there was no better way at the moment. The marriage application had already been approved, so no matter how reluctant Qiao Yuanhe was, he had no choice but to accept it.

He told his sister, "Wanwan, if he mistreats you after you get married, don't tolerate it. If you can't make it work, then get a divorce. Our family can support you."

Qiao Wanqing smiled and nodded, "Mm!"

Qiao Wanqing agreed verbally, but in reality, she still trusted her own judgment and didn't think Lu Mingzhou was a rough man.

Lu Mingzhou was just a bit tougher. He had spent so many years on the battlefield, so he inevitably carried a bit of a fierce aura. Compared to Chen Jin and Gao Zhan, she felt that Lu Mingzhou had more of a manly spirit.

She likes the wild!

At 28, he was a full-fledged brigade commander; there were few in the entire country more outstanding than him.

Chen Jin is twenty-four years old this year. Even with his family paving the way, and even if he were given another four years, he still wouldn't be able to rise to Lu Mingzhou's position, and might never even achieve it in his lifetime.

As for Gao Zhan...

A hint of sarcasm flashed in Qiao Wanqing's eyes. The Gao family might have money, but as for power, they could never catch up with Lu Mingzhou in this lifetime.

Brother Qiao remained silent for a while, then, as if remembering something, his tone was full of regret, "Actually, Grandpa's favorite was Gu Xun, but he..."

"He's married, so let's not talk about him. I don't like him either."

Qiao Yuanhe: "...Fine!"

In fact, Qiao Wanqing knew that although Lu Mingzhou's family was from the countryside, their conditions were not too bad. His father was the head of their commune and had also retired from the army.

It's not easy to get information on these high-ranking military officers. All that Qiao Wanqing knew was what Lu Mingzhou himself told her.

This guy likes her. Males show their charm when courting, and strength is a man's greatest charm.

Although she was puzzled as to why Lu Mingzhou hadn't proposed marriage before, she was certain that he liked her. In their few interactions, he had intentionally or unintentionally revealed his family situation. She had asked him about it, and his answers were much more detailed than hers. After further inquiries and verification, she naturally learned more.

She wouldn't just marry someone she knew nothing about; Lu Mingzhou was someone she had seriously considered.

The two came out of the room. Qiao Wanqing went to get her household registration booklet, then smiled and took Lu Mingzhou's arm, "Let's go!"

Seeing that she was smiling, Lu Mingzhou was very happy, believing that she was truly willing to marry him.

Seeing Qiao Yuanhe following along, Qiao Wanqing asked in surprise, "Brother, are you going too?"

Lu Mingzhou answered, "Yes, I had him come with me. I have something very important to do after we get the marriage certificate, so I won't be able to take you back. I'm worried the Bai family might harm you if you're alone, so it'll be safer for him to come with you."

Qiao Wanqing nodded. This was good. Although she was also quite skilled in martial arts, it was always better to be safe than sorry. With her older brother around, she would feel more secure.

The process was quick; the two arrived in the city and soon obtained their marriage certificate.

Looking at the marriage certificate in his sister's hand, Qiao Yuanhe still felt a sense of unreality.

His beloved younger sister got married just like that?

I had imagined countless times the grand scene of my sister's wedding, but I never expected it to end like this.

Qiao Yuanhe's eyes reddened, and he turned away so that Qiao Wanqing wouldn't see it.

Lu Mingzhou walked over and looked at the girl in front of him, feeling very happy. He had finally won the heart of the girl he had liked for so long, so naturally he was overjoyed.

"Don't be afraid, I will protect you. We've already registered our marriage, so Bai Zhengxiong won't dare to make things difficult for you anymore. Otherwise, the army won't let him off the hook, and neither will I."

"Whether it's the military family compound or the research institute's family compound, I've specifically instructed that no one will be allowed in easily. Even if Bai Zhengxiong's side tries to find a reason to arrest you, the guards won't agree. They'll only report it up the chain of command, and only after I give my approval will they let those people take you away."

"So don't worry. If someone really causes you trouble, someone will definitely notify me. Since your house hasn't been taken back, you can continue to live there. You must be exhausted from being worried these past few days. Go back and get some rest. I'll come back to see you after I've finished my business."

Qiao Wanqing hadn't expected that he could do so much in such a short time.

He nodded obediently, "Mmm!"

Seeing how well-behaved she was, Lu Mingzhou wondered if he had been too serious and scared her.

Then, her voice became gentler, "Don't worry too much about the future. We've already registered our marriage, so there's no point in making things difficult for your parents now. Bai Zhengxiong might not necessarily break ties with me, and your parents might not necessarily be labeled as such. So, don't worry too much about my future."

"The worst outcome is simply stagnation. With my current position, I'll have a good job even after I retire. I won't make you suffer."

It's nothing more than stagnation?