Siheyuan: Forced to exchange rooms with Qin Huairu at the beginning

"Xiao Zhang, you should eat more. Your work must be very hard."

Ran's mother picked up a lot of dishes for Zhang Zhiqiang and piled them up into a small mountain.

"Okay Auntie, you eat too, the food will get cold soon."

Although Zhang Zhiqiang was crying and worried about how he could finish the food, he still responded politely. He could tell that Ran's mother must like him very much.

"I heard from Qiu Ye that you, Xiao Zhang, are already a level 5 fitter. You are young and promising."

"I just passed the Level 6 exam two days ago. I'm now at Level 6."

Zhang Zhiqiang replied with a smile.

"Ah? Level 6, how much does it cost per month?"

As a woman, Ran's mother didn't know how difficult it was to become a level 6 fitter, but she still thought her son-in-law was very capable.

"I earn more than 70 yuan a month. I am the team leader of the workshop and I also receive a subsidy every month."

Zhang Zhiqiang said that the economic base determines the superstructure, and a marriage without material support is like a castle in the air. In this way, the Ran family can rest assured to hand Ran Qiuye over to him.

"Hiss, more than seventy."

Now Ran's mother understood why Zhang Zhiqiang could bring so many things to her family and even ride a bicycle. This was all because of the child's hard work and he earned so much at such a young age.

"Xiao Zhang, when can you arrange a meeting between our two families to settle your affairs?"

Ran's mother doesn't want her rich son-in-law to run away. There are so many people eyeing such an outstanding man, so the right thing to do is to settle the matter quickly.

Ran Qiuye lowered his head and said nothing. The piece of meat in the bowl was almost poked into meat paste.

"Old Ran, why are you pulling me? What I said is not right."

Mother Ran pushed Father Ran's hand away and scolded angrily.

Father Ran quickly said something in Mother Ran's ear, and Mother Ran's eyes changed from surprise to sympathy.

Looking at Zhang Zhiqiang apologetically.

"It's okay, Auntie. My parents are not here. You can handle our affairs."

Zhang Zhiqiang said it was okay, he didn't understand these things, so he would just leave it all to Ran's father and mother.

"Okay then, I'll tell you, don't be offended if there's anything, Xiao Zhang."

"We have no objection to your affairs, as long as you live a good life."

Ran's mother was very satisfied with Zhang Zhiqiang's conditions and gave instructions.

It is hard to find outstanding young people like Zhang Zhiqiang nowadays.

Not only does he have a bicycle, but his background is also good. His father is a martyr and his mother is from the working class, a level 6 fitter who earns a lot of money. My daughter will definitely not have to suffer if she marries him.

"Don't worry, Auntie. After we get married, I will definitely treat Qiuye well. All my salary will be handed over to Qiuye for safekeeping. I will be your and uncle's son and provide for you in your old age."

Zhang Zhiqiang quickly stood up and assured.

“Who wants your salary?”

Ran Qiuye retorted in a low voice that men are the masters of the household nowadays and are the managers of the family, so she should give the money to him for safekeeping.

If Zhang Zhiqiang gives all the money to her now, how will others see him as Brother Zhiqiang?

Ran's mother didn't expect Zhang Zhiqiang to say that. She was so moved that tears came to her eyes. Every family is having a hard time now, and few men are willing to take care of their wife's parents' home.

Everyone knows that Qin Huairu has been married to the Jia family for so many years, serving the family like a slave. When she goes back to her parents' home, not only can she not bring anything home, but she also has to take things back from her own home to help the Jia family.

Ran's mother increasingly felt that Zhang Zhiqiang was a good son-in-law that was hard to find even with a lantern.

Father Ran's eyes gradually softened as he looked at Zhang Zhiqiang. This meant that not only did he not lose a daughter, but he gained a son instead, and maybe even a grandson in the future.

Zhang Zhiqiang has no parents, so who will take care of the child in the future? Father Ran has already imagined the happy scene of playing with his grandchildren in the future.

"That's what I mean. The proper procedures must be followed. Qiangzi, you should find a matchmaker to propose marriage. This is the most polite and courteous way."

The Ran family was a family of scholars, so naturally they attached great importance to gifts. First a matchmaker came to propose marriage, and then they got the marriage certificate and held a wedding banquet. Only then could Ran Qiuye be considered to be truly married.

"I know, Auntie. I will find a matchmaker to propose marriage when I return."

Zhang Zhiqiang clenched his fists excitedly. The change in Ran's mother's address was also a recognition of him. Zhang Zhiqiang himself had also decided who to find as a matchmaker.

The three uncles in the courtyard have status enough, but they are all beasts. Zhang Zhiqiang doesn't want to have anything to do with them. No matter who he finds for this matter, he will owe them a favor.

Zhang Zhiqiang planned to go find Director Zhou from the street office. The marriage of residents on the street was the responsibility of the street office. Zhang Zhiqiang felt that Director Zhou would not refuse. Besides, didn't she ask him to call her Aunt Zhou? How could she not support her nephew's marriage?

"Okay, that's fine. What about the betrothal gift? You decide, Old Ran."

Ran's mother handed the issue of the bride price over to Ran's father. According to her, no bride price was wanted. After all, it must not be easy for Zhang Zhiqiang to live alone.

Besides, bride price has been a problem since ancient times. If you ask for too much, the man may not be happy, and in the end both families will be unhappy because of the bride price.

It's too little to ask for, and it makes your daughter seem cheap. Besides, it is now deeply rooted in people's minds that the bride price is a guarantee for the woman.

According to Ran's mother, it would be better not to have it. This way, Zhang Zhiqiang would be considered to owe their family a favor. Wouldn't he be able to not give in to Qiu Ye when there are some bumps in life in the future?

"Tell me, when have I ever been the boss at home?"

Ran's father said in a soft voice that intellectuals are more henpecked, and Ran's father is famous for it. If Ran's mother gets angry, she will even hit him.

Mother Ran was very satisfied with Father Ran's performance, nodded and spoke.

"According to me, I am marrying off my daughter. As long as you treat Qiu Ye well and you two live a good life, that's more important than anything else. I don't want any betrothal gifts."

Mother Ran stared into Zhang Zhiqiang's eyes, wanting to see his reaction.

Zhang Zhiqiang was surprised and at the same time, a hint of emotion flashed across his mind. He thought how lucky he was to have such sensible parents, and he quickly made a promise.

"Uncle and aunt, don't worry. Qiuye will definitely not tolerate any grievances if she follows me. I will definitely learn from you and take on more responsibilities so that Qiuye can live the best life."

Father Ran nodded with satisfaction, thinking that he really needed to pass on some of his post-marital experience, seeing how much Zhang Zhiqiang admired him.

Ran Qiuye also looked at Zhang Zhiqiang with sparkling eyes. She knew that her choice was definitely right.

“Okay, then we won’t allow Qiu Ye to be wronged in the future.”

Ran's mother said half-jokingly.

Zhang Zhiqiang nodded and said nothing.

"Wait until the matchmaker comes to propose marriage and then you can get the marriage certificate. Qiangzi, you and Qiuye should get the letter of introduction next week."

Ran's mother made the decision.

In this era, to get a marriage certificate, you need not only a household registration but also a letter of introduction.

In the village, it is issued by the production team; in the city, it is issued by the street or unit. Only with a certificate of issuance can you get a marriage certificate.

These certificates can prove your date of birth, age, ethnicity and marital status.

If you go directly to the Civil Affairs Bureau without a letter of introduction, you will definitely not be able to get a marriage certificate because the colleagues there will not recognize it.