Courtyard House: New Life, New Silly Zhu

Chapter 102 Marriage

This was the first time He Yuzhu had gotten up so early. He went to the matchmaker's house first, picked up the matchmaker, and then arrived at the bus stop. The bus had just started to arrive.

"Master, I'd like to take my bicycle with me in a bit." He Yuzhu parked his car next to the bus, got on the bus with the matchmaker first, and then offered a cigarette to the bus driver.

After accepting the cigarette, the bus driver got off the bus.

"Young man, bring your bicycle over here." The bus driver called He Yuzhu over, while the matchmaker sat on the bus to rest.

After He Yuzhu pushed the bicycle over, the bus driver untied the rope, hung the bicycle on the hook at the back of the bus, and then secured it with the rope before returning it to the bus.

"Thank you, driver." He Yuzhu thanked the bus driver immediately after getting on the bus.

The bus driver waved to indicate he didn't mind, and instead asked He Yuzhu, "Young man, what brings you to the countryside so early in the morning?"

He Yuzhu smiled brightly and replied, "I'm getting married today, I'm going to pick up my bride."

With a series of puffing sounds, the bus started moving, and the bus driver then said, "Congratulations, congratulations! Well done, young man."

"Thank you, Master." He Yuzhu said nothing more.

However, on this first train, there were only a few passengers besides the ticket seller.

The bus driver asked curiously, "Young man, a few years ago there were quite a few women from the countryside getting married, but I haven't seen any rural women marrying into the city in the last two years. Young man, was this an arranged marriage between childhood friends, or what, and you ended up marrying a woman from the countryside?"

"Hey, I met my wife in the city too, but she came from the countryside to the city, so we still have to go to the countryside to pick her up for the wedding, it's a custom," He Yuzhu explained.

"So that's how it is. I was wondering why. I thought I'd been scammed. It's not that I look down on rural areas, it's just that there's no quota for rural families, so it's hard to raise children. And the kids will have to be registered in the countryside later. Raising kids is tough," the bus driver sighed.

He Yuzhu could only smile; he couldn't offer his own opinion on the matter.

Soon, the bus arrived at its stop, and the matchmaker got off. He Yuzhu put down his bicycle and then rode it directly towards Shuangyang Village with the matchmaker on the back.

Today, He Yuzhu carried a large bag of melon seeds, peanuts, and candies. He gave a piece of candy to every child he saw, a handful of melon seeds and peanuts to every woman he saw, and a cigarette to every man he saw.

Before long, He Yuzhu and the matchmaker were surrounded by people.

At this time, He Yuzhu and his group had not yet arrived at their second uncle's house, but he had already seen Guang Lei.

"Guang Lei, come here quickly," He Yuzhu called out.

Yang Guanglei didn't dare to delay and quickly ran over, calling out, "Uncles and aunts, please let my brother-in-law and the matchmaker go over there."

The crowd dispersed, and He Yuzhu pushed his bicycle and followed Yang Guanglei into the courtyard, arriving at his second uncle's house.

"Hello, Second Uncle," He Yuzhu called out.

"Zhu Zi and Sister Zhang are here! Come in, come in! You haven't eaten yet, have you? Have something to eat first." Uncle Er warmly greeted He Yuzhu and the matchmaker.

Although He Yuzhu was physically strong, he was covered in sweat when he rode over.

He walked to the water tank, picked up the large water ladle, and poured two ladles of water into it before he felt a little better.

When he stood up, the matchmaker was drinking tea in the room, her mouth moving swiftly, showering him with sweet words.

Several elders were sitting inside. He Yuzhu went in and greeted them.

They couldn't wait to look at Yang Lifang's room.

At this moment, Yang Lifang was pushing and shoving her second aunt, saying, "Second aunt, I don't want this money," and was about to stuff the money into her second aunt's pocket.

Auntie grabbed Yang Lifang's hand and said, "You child, why are you so disobedient? Your parents passed away when you were young. Over the years, I have always treated you like my daughter. Take this money and live a good life."

Upon hearing this, Yang Lifang burst into tears: "Thank you, Second Aunt, I know, I know everything. But I can't accept this money, I really can't accept it."

After saying that, Yang Lifang stuffed the money into her second aunt's hand. Seeing Yang Lifang's behavior, her second aunt had no choice but to give up.

Hearing the commotion outside, the second aunt got up and went out to see what was going on. She saw He Yuzhu and the matchmaker standing in the main room.

Second Aunt turned around and said to Yang Lifang, "Lifang, come out quickly, Zhuzi is here."

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Upon hearing this, Yang Lifang wiped away her tears before getting up and following her second aunt out.

"Hello, Second Aunt," He Yuzhu greeted them as soon as she saw them come out.

"Zhu Zi, we're family now. Li Fang is in your care. Take good care of her, okay?" Auntie Er instructed.

He Yuzhu nodded vigorously and assured her, "Second Aunt, don't worry, I will definitely treat Lifang well."

It was getting late, and they had to get back to the city. Yu Zhu rode his bicycle, with Yang Lifang sitting on the back. They rode around the village once and then headed towards the town along the main road.

My second uncle drove the oxcart behind, with the matchmaker and Yang Guanglei in the cart, while my second aunt and Xiao Huzi did not go.

The oxcart was loaded with Yang Lifang's dowry, not much, just some of Yang Lifang's clothes and a quilt, nothing else.

This time, I didn't stop in the town; I rode my bicycle straight into the city.

When they arrived in the city, He Yuzhu was covered in sweat. Yang Lifang took out a handkerchief and wiped away his sweat with concern.

He Yuzhu stopped his bicycle and waited for his second uncle's oxcart to catch up before slowly heading towards Nanluoguxiang.

When He Yuzhu arrived at the entrance of the alley, he saw Xu Damao waiting there.

"Zhu Zi, you've finally arrived! I've been waiting for ages," Xu Damao said as soon as he saw He Yuzhu.

He Yuzhu laughed and said, "Da Mao, my wife's house is a bit far, so I'm a little late, but this time is just right, isn't it?" He Yuzhu pointed to the sky and said to Xu Da Mao.

"Alright, enough of this, let's go." Zhang Daya, sitting on the back of Xu Damao's bicycle, urged.

Xu Damao nodded upon hearing this, then rode off on his bicycle, with He Yuzhu following closely behind, the two riding side by side.

When they were halfway there, Liu Haizhong's son, Liu Guangfu, saw them and quickly ran back, shouting, "Dad, they're here! They're here!"

Liu Haizhong, heavily pregnant, came out and, upon seeing them, laughed, "The bride is here! Everyone, light the firecrackers!"

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The crackling of firecrackers filled the air, and the crowd clapped and cheered, creating a lively atmosphere.

He Yushui and an older woman also squeezed out from the crowd and saw He Yuzhu with Yang Lifang, the little girl's face full of joy.

When He Yuzhu and Xu Damao stopped their bicycles, the older woman said to them, "Alright, alright, Yuzhu and Damao, you two carry your wives home."