I, Yan Jiefang, will live to 2025 in this courtyard house.

Director Li, seeing that the sky was gradually darkening in the west, decided not to delay any longer:

"Since both parties agree, let's go back to the city now, first go to the neighborhood committee to get a marriage introduction letter, and then go to the subdistrict office to get the marriage certificate."

The group rode their bicycles back, heading straight for the neighborhood committee.

Director Li verified the identities and letters of introduction of both parties in accordance with regulations, and then asked the two to go to the subdistrict office as soon as possible.

With all the paperwork in order, Sha Zhu, clutching the certificates, accompanied Liu Yuyan to the subdistrict office.

Soon, the three of them came out of the neighborhood office. Sha Zhu was holding a marriage certificate that looked like an award certificate, and he was grinning from ear to ear.

Looking at her brother, He Yushui was happy for him.

Today is a joyous day, and He Yushui had already taken out all her savings of more than 15 yuan, along with her grain and meat coupons, and put them all in her pocket.

At that moment, she secretly tugged at the sleeve of Sha Zhu, who was still grinning foolishly.

He stuffed ten yuan and some tickets into his hand and winked at him.

Sha Zhu was slightly taken aback, then understood his sister's meaning and quickly suggested:

"Today is a joyous occasion for our family, and it's time for dinner. Yuyan, how about we go to the state-run restaurant in Mao'er Hutong for a meal tonight?"

Liu Yuyan was quick-witted and naturally wouldn't spoil everyone's fun at this moment, so she nodded in agreement.

So, Sha Zhu led the way, with Liu Yuyan and He Yushui following behind, and the three of them walked together toward Mao'er Hutong.

After obtaining the marriage certificate, Liu Yuyan felt relieved and no longer worried about being deported.

She can finally settle down in this virtuous city.

If she saves money and gets a proper job, she will be able to transfer her household registration here.

If there's a chance in the future, I can bring my younger sister Liu Ruyan and mother, who are staying at home, to live in this bustling capital!

While keeping these things in mind, Liu Yuyan didn't forget to chat with her sister-in-law, He Yushui, to strengthen their relationship.

Earlier on the way, she had already heard her husband, Shazhu, praising his younger sister.

My sister-in-law is still in high school, but she has her own living allowance and can support herself.

Moreover, you can work at the post office after graduation, so you don't have to worry about finding a job at all!

This treatment is almost the same as that of those privileged vocational school graduates!

That's truly enviable.

Liu Yuyan was thinking that if she could get along well with her sister-in-law, she might be able to get a job at the post office through her connections in the future.

By chatting with her sister-in-law, she could also learn some information about the neighborhood.

Information about Widow Qin, in particular, is of paramount importance.

Meanwhile, it was already past closing time, and the workers at the steel rolling mill in the yard were gradually returning home.

Qin Huairu was already waiting at the courtyard gate.

Usually by this time, Sha Zhu would have already returned, bringing back his lunchbox.

But for some reason, she felt uneasy today, as if something bad might happen.

Sure enough, Sha Zhu still hadn't returned by nightfall.

Qin Huairu's face, which had been carrying a slight smile, slowly stiffened.

Jia Zhangshi was originally sitting at the dining table waiting for her daughter-in-law to bring back the dishes so she could have a big meal.

But no matter how long they waited, Qin Huairu still didn't return.

Thinking that Sha Zhu was harassing her daughter-in-law again, she, with her fiery temper, immediately jumped up and rushed towards the front yard.

As a result, only the heavily pregnant Qin Huairu stood there empty-handed in the darkness of night.

The gatehouse was also completely dark.

Clearly, Sha Zhu hasn't returned yet!

That wretched child! How dare he keep them waiting this long!

When he gets back, see how Zhang Xiaohua scratches his old face!

After waiting a while longer, Sha Zhu still hadn't returned.

Even the abacus-wielding Yan Bugui had already gone back to his room, leaving the mother-in-law and daughter-in-law to return to the central courtyard in disappointment.

They were all plotting how to punish Sha Zhu.

Little did they know, Sha Zhu was having a candlelight dinner with his wife, all smiles on his face!

While Sha Zhu was getting married, the Xu family was also busy.

Xu Damao's job as a projectionist is now stable.

Xu Fugui and his wife were planning to find a good wife for their son.

This daughter-in-law is no ordinary woman; she's known throughout the heavens for her ability to eat potato shreds upright!

It is also a popular spot for many time travelers.

One of the ultimate achievements of a courtyard house – making a mess!

Xu Fugui and his wife, along with Xu Damao, were very satisfied with and took the marriage very seriously.

This matter has actually been on the agenda for several months, and it has only been basically finalized now.

Their whole family took this matter very seriously and kept a close watch on it.

No one revealed a single word.

After all, as long-time residents of the courtyard house, they knew the birds in the yard all too well.

Hating others for having things and laughing at others for not having them are just basic tactics.

Secretly tattling is their traditional skill.

The slightest disturbance could cause all our efforts to be in vain.

The Xu family's intention is to move out after the New Year, leaving the house here for Xu Damao to use as his wedding home.

After all, their wedding is in March, and they can't wait for anyone.

Besides the Xu family, there is another family also preparing for their wedding.

As you, dear readers, have probably already guessed, it is the Yan family.

Previously, Yan Bugui's abacus beads bounced into the He family's house, only to be severely ridiculed by He Daqing.

Yan Bugui was not without temper.

Without you, Zhang the butcher, I'd be eating hairy pork?

Think more!

He instructed Yang Ruihua to find the most famous matchmaker, Wang, to act as a matchmaker for Yan Jiecheng.

The Yan family are now considered high-quality clients.

Yan Bugui is a primary school teacher who has taught for many years and earns a decent monthly salary.

Yan Jiecheng himself was a formal employee and had a relatively relaxed job as a warehouse manager.

Furthermore, the second son of the Yan family was a vocational school graduate, and upon graduation, he was given the status of a cadre.

These three points are a huge plus for any company.

The only concern is that the Yan family's reputation for being shrewd and calculating is widespread.

He was as famous in Nanluoguxiang as Jia Zhangshi's soul-summoning ritual, the nickname "Silly Pillar," Yi Zhongtian's childlessness, and Liu Haizhong's beating of his son.

These are all iconic scenes!

Fortunately, in this world, Yan Bugui's reputation was somewhat diluted by Yan Jiefang's admission to a vocational school.

Therefore, although Wang the matchmaker still had some worries, she still patted her chest and guaranteed that she would soon be able to introduce a good wife to Yan Jiecheng!

Hearing this, Yan Bugui and his wife, as well as Yan Jiecheng, were very happy.

Marriage is a big deal! Marriage is a big deal!

No one handles this carelessly.

While things were turbulent in the courtyard, Yan Jiefang continued his studies and ball training at school as usual.

However, aside from these things, he also took some time to lead his classmates in practicing the song "Me and My Motherland".

This song, adapted by Yan Jiefang, is even more catchy than the original.

The singing is incredibly smooth, and it carries the vibrant energy of this era.

It's so catchy that you want to listen to it again and again.

After listening, I felt full of energy and had the strength to do anything.

Originally, only about half of the students participated in the choir, but after listening to this song, the whole class joined in.

Within a few days, the song was being sung throughout the school and gradually spread in all directions.