Great Power Reclamation

Chapter 2856 Ye Mao's Wedding

It's the end of July now, and there are at most two months left to prepare. Ye Mao can manage his time, but Ouyang Xue can't.

Because the foreign affairs department has a lot of work, and Ouyang Xue is a key member, she is busy like a spinning top all day long, mainly because there are too many overseas assignments.

In China, family background still matters. Someone like Ouyang Xue, with impeccable family lineage, a graduate of Tsinghua University, and who studied abroad for several years, was destined for a bright future from the day she graduated.

Unless she deliberately ruins her future by doing something she shouldn't.

However, with Ye Mao around, she's never short of money, so the mistakes that ordinary people make are simply impossible for her.

So she just worked hard and focused, and since she was already very capable, her progress was naturally rapid.

Although she wasn't as stunning as Ye Mao, she was undoubtedly one of the best among her peers.

After returning to Beijing, she naturally had to ask her employer for leave. Because her work schedule was very full, she needed to inform her supervisor in advance so that she could free up time during the National Day holiday.

Don't assume that it doesn't matter whether you take leave or not during a long holiday. In fact, for a certain group of people, there is no holiday at all.

However, Ouyang Xue was also struggling with one thing: whether or not to tell her family.

Her family also belonged to the "red family" category. Although they were not among the top-tier families, their status was not low.

Because Ye Mao had a falling out with his family, Ouyang Xue never stepped foot in her home again.

Her mother visits her from time to time. She hasn't been in contact with her father and grandfather for many years.

In fact, later on, when her mother visited her, she would always intentionally or unintentionally mention her father and grandfather, saying that they regretted it.

But Ouyang Xue ignored this. She knew those two people best; they were used to valuing their own interests above all else.

At first, she was disgusted by these things, but after working for a while, she got used to them.

In any family, sacrifices are necessary to benefit others in order to go further. This has been true throughout history.

However, Ouyang Xue had no intention of following suit. The Ye family's success was there for all to see; if she wanted something, she could just work for it herself, without making things so complicated.

Therefore, although she no longer hates that family, she has no intention of reconciling with them. After all, their values ​​are different, and even if they reconcile, the conflict will still exist.

What would she be asked to sacrifice for the family then? She definitely wouldn't do it, because she is who she is, and she won't compromise for anyone except Ye Mao.

Ye Yufan received a call from his sister-in-law, who wanted him to go to the Ouyang family to propose marriage. After all, the wedding date had been set, and time was so tight that the other family didn't know yet.

Ye Yufan understood what his sister-in-law meant. Originally, this matter should have been handled by Cuicui, since women are easier to communicate with.

The reason I called him must be because my sister-in-law takes this matter very seriously.

Moreover, the Empress Dowager also called Wang Honghua and specifically mentioned this matter.

Ye Yufan naturally had to discuss with Wang Honghua how to handle this matter.
Wang Honghua answered without hesitation: "Let's go together to propose marriage."

Ye Yufan was taken aback. Although the Ouyang family held a high position, it was already an honor for him, as a high-ranking official in a ministry, to personally visit them.

Wang Honghua is now in a high position of power, so there is really no need for her to personally appear. Although Ye Yufan doesn't care about social status,

But he understood that there were some people who didn't need to be given too much face, otherwise it would have the opposite effect.

However, he dared not refute Wang Honghua's words, because she was not only his leader but also family, and the person he respected most.

Once the time was set, the two of them went to the Ouyang family's house, and the family treated them with great respect.

Her grandfather, who was over ninety years old, personally came to the gate of the compound to greet her.

When Wang Honghua revealed her intentions, the Ouyang family readily agreed. After all, what kind of status does Ye Mao have now?
Given time, they will be figures that even the Ouyang family couldn't catch up to. In fact, they are already considered to be climbing high, since the two people in front of them are people they can't afford to offend.

The living room of the Ouyang family was filled with the aroma of tea, but it couldn't mask the subtle tension in the air.

The old man of the Ouyang family adjusted his reading glasses, his voice tinged with earnestness:

“Brother Ye, Comrade Yu Fan, holding the wedding in Beijing is convenient for us old folks to attend, and it also gives the children a grand and respectable ceremony.”

“In the capital, the venue and the scale are easy to arrange, and we can invite many prominent figures to attend.”

Wang Honghua took a small sip of tea, and before she could speak, Ye Yufan responded with a smile:

“Brother, we understand what you’re saying. It’s just that Ye Mao grew up in the military reclamation city and has too deep feelings for that place.”

As they were talking, the living room door was pushed open, and a person dressed casually strode in.

He traveled a long way back for his son's wedding, and the pressure from his mother and wife made it impossible for him not to come back.

The Ouyang family naturally knew who Ye Yuze was. However, in their eyes, they didn't care much about the status of a businessman.

If Ye Mao didn't have his current status, and if Wang Honghua and Ye Yufan didn't exist, they might not have agreed to this marriage.

The group returned to their earlier topic: the wedding location. Ye Yuze immediately gave his opinion.

"Hold it in Beijing? No way!"

Ye Yuze's voice was loud and clear, carrying an undeniable determination: "Ye Mao is a child of the military reclamation area, a son of the military reclamation city. His roots are there. His wedding should be held in the military reclamation city!"

The expressions of the Ouyang family members changed slightly, and Ouyang Xue's father frowned:

"Comrade Yuze, holding the wedding in Beijing is good for the future development of the two children. The connections, the influence..."

"Influence?"

Ye Yuze interrupted him, his gaze firm, "Ye Mao's success today is not due to these empty influences."

"Every blade of grass and every tree in Junken Town watched him grow up, and the people of Junken Town cherish him like their own child. His wedding must be witnessed by all the elders and folks of Junken Town!"

Grandpa Ouyang frowned, looking at Wang Honghua and Ye Yufan with displeasure.
"Is that what you mean?"

Wang Honghua and Ye Yufan nodded at the same time: "The son is his, so it's naturally up to him to decide. Besides, he's the groom's father, and it's his family getting married."

Ouyang Xue's father's face immediately turned ugly:

“Although it’s your family’s wedding, Ouyang Xue is my daughter, and I have the right to make some decisions.”

Grandpa Ouyang was furious and cursed, "Can't you just talk things out properly?"

The first visit ended badly, and the three people said goodbye and left, leaving the situation at a standstill, but Ye Yuze remained unmoved.

As soon as they stepped outside, Wang Honghua complained, "Can't you just talk things out? We're about to become in-laws, why do you have to make things so awkward?"

Ye Yuze smiled and shook his head: "Sister, you all know how they treated Xiaoxue before. To avoid future trouble, they have no say in anything at this wedding."

Wang Honghua fell silent. She knew Ye Yuze was right, but how could she explain it to the Empress Dowager? She was eagerly awaiting her granddaughter-in-law. In the small courtyard in Beihai, Ye Yuze and the others sat together and explained the situation to Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue.

Ye Mao looked at Ouyang Xue, who glanced at everyone, then shyly took Ye Mao's hand and whispered:

"Ye Mao, I'll listen to you."

Ye Mao looked at her, his eyes gentle yet firm:
"Xue'er, everything I have is thanks to Junken City. This wedding should be held there. I want all the grandparents, uncles, and aunts who watched me grow up to come and have a drink at my wedding."

The Ouyang family, however, found it difficult to give in easily. They had discussed privately that if the marriage alliance with the Ye family could be held in the capital, it would greatly help to elevate the family's status.

So, over the next few days, the two sides communicated repeatedly, but remained deadlocked.

Seeing the stalemate, Wang Honghua quickly made a phone call to the Empress Dowager.

After all, this was a joyous occasion, and she didn't want things to really fall apart, so she wanted Mei Hua'er to come up with a compromise.

Unexpectedly, Mei Hua'er's attitude was the same as Ye Yuze's.

"Ye Mao is a child who grew up in the military reclamation city. We all know his feelings for the place. Holding this wedding in the military reclamation city is his wish and also our Ye family's gratitude to the military reclamation city."

When Wang Honghua heard that Meihua shared the same attitude, she finally made up her mind.
"Mom, don't worry, I'll talk to the Ouyang family."

Wang Honghua personally visited the Ouyang family and spoke frankly:
“Brother, I know your concerns. But we’re all doing this for the child’s sake. Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue truly love each other, and their happiness is the most important thing.”

“Junken City holds extraordinary significance for Ye Mao. Holding this wedding there is his lifelong wish. Moreover, the people of Junken City are all Ye Mao’s relatives, and they will make this wedding a grand and lively affair.”

After Wang Honghua finished speaking, the old man glanced at Ouyang Xue, who hadn't been home for several years, seemingly wanting his granddaughter to support the family this time.

Unexpectedly, Ouyang Xue stated unequivocally: "Regardless of our identities, I am the daughter-in-law of the Ye family, that's for sure. The wedding will naturally be held in Junken City. If you don't agree, I'll go myself!"

After a long silence, the old patriarch of the Ouyang family finally sighed, "Fine, fine, let it be as the children wish. But the scale of this wedding..."

"Don't worry," Wang Honghua said with a smile, "The people of Junken City may not have the luxury of the capital, but their enthusiasm and sincerity are the most precious. This wedding will surely be unforgettable for everyone."

And so, the wedding location was finally decided to be Junken City. When the news reached Junken City, the entire city was in an uproar.

The older comrades wiped away their tears and said, "Maowazi has made something of himself, but he hasn't forgotten his roots!"

The young people, meanwhile, were eager to get started and began preparing for the wedding.

The streets of Junken Town were swept clean, and every household hung up red lanterns.

The elderly people spontaneously organized themselves to discuss the wedding day's schedule.

The women gathered together to sew festive red silk; the men were busy setting up the venue and building the wedding platform.

A few days before the wedding, Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue returned to the military reclamation city.

As soon as I got off the bus, I was surrounded by enthusiastic villagers.

"Maowazi, we've been waiting for you to come back!"

"Snow Girl, you're so pretty!"

The warm greetings brought tears to Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue's eyes.

Although the Ouyang family failed to achieve their goal, they still invited many relatives and friends to the military reclamation city two days before the wedding.

Ye Yuze cleared out the Peninsula Hotel, leaving the entire hotel solely to accommodate his family, which made the Ouyang family feel they had regained some face.

On the wedding day, the military reclamation town was bustling with activity. Before dawn, the streets were already packed with people.

Weddings are traditionally not held with a banquet, so that no gifts are accepted; it's just a meal for relatives and friends.

As a result, people from nearby ethnic groups also came to visit, bringing their homemade wine and roasted beef and mutton.

They danced a lively folk dance to offer their blessings to the newlyweds and then announced...

Everyone could eat and drink for free—not for the wedding, but just for fun! Then, the people of Junken City, who had initially been somewhat dissatisfied with the Ye family, suddenly erupted in excitement.

The wedding was held in the square of the military reclamation town. There were no luxurious decorations or expensive flowers, but there were wedding cakes made by the villagers, wildflowers picked by the children, and blessing couplets written by the elders.

Ye Mao, dressed in a sharp suit, and Ouyang Xue, in a pure white wedding dress, walked slowly down the red carpet under the watchful eyes of the crowd.

"Worship heaven and earth!"

As the host announced loudly, Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue bowed deeply to the sky and earth of the military reclamation city.

"Two thanks to the high hall!"

They turned around and bowed to the Ye family members and Ouyang family members sitting in the main seats.

"Couple greetings!"

The two looked at each other and smiled, then bowed slightly.

At that moment, cheers, applause, and blessings rose and fell.

The sky over Junken Town was a clear, bright blue, and the sunlight shone on the newlyweds and on every villager whose face was beaming with happiness.

After the ceremony, all the restaurants, big and small, in the military reclamation town were booked out.

All the tables were brought out, each laden with delicious food, all free for passersby to eat and drink.

People, whether they knew each other or not, sat together, drinking, chatting, singing, and dancing, celebrating this wedding that belonged to the military reclamation city.

Children set off fireworks in the streets and alleys, ran and played, and occasionally grabbed a handful of food from the table.

Parents at this point don't care about restraining their children; they themselves are behaving so dissolutely, how can they be so shameless as to say anything?

As the Ouyang family members watched the lively scene unfold before them, their initial dissatisfaction gradually dissipated.

They felt the love that the people of Junken City had for the Ye family, and they also understood Ye Mao's deep affection for this place.

Ouyang Xue's father remarked with emotion, "Although this wedding was not extravagant, it was the most meaningful and touching wedding I have ever seen."

As night fell, a bonfire was lit in the square of the military reclamation town. People sang and danced around the bonfire, and laughter echoed over the small town.

Ye Mao and Ouyang Xue held hands, looking at everything before them, their hearts filled with happiness and emotion.

This wedding, though lacking the glitz and glamour of Beijing, was filled with the most sincere blessings, the warmest family affection, and the deepest hometown sentiments, becoming a cherished memory for everyone.

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