He had never thought about what his future wife would be like. It always seemed too far away for him.
Today, the two of them went out to get their marriage certificate. Mom and brother didnât oppose it, but itâs based on the condition that everything goes smoothly. If they felt it was inappropriate, they definitely wouldnât agree to her being with Han Yi, which would be troublesome.
Sheâs not that old now, even if Mom agrees for them to date, she wouldnât let her get married so early. Besides, they are thinking of letting her attend night school. She knows Mom and brother too well; if she goes to night school, theyâll definitely want her to graduate before getting married.
Three years, she canât wait that long; itâs certain that Han Yi canât wait either. Why such a good condition, such a rush to get married? There must be a reason. Otherwise, he wouldnât joke about his lifelong happiness.
"Did you bring photos?" As soon as they entered the civil affairs office, the staff inside asked.
The two shook their heads.
"Without photos, you can only use the old version of the marriage certificate. The new certificate has a photo section. Comrades, why donât you go take a photo and come back in a few days? Itâs a good opportunity, having a photo as a keepsake is nice. If youâre not willing, we can give you the old version today." The staff kindly showed them a new marriage certificate.
Lin Wan didnât expect this to happen and turned to Han Yi, saying, "Letâs go take photos. I want the new version."
"Alright, if you like, letâs take them." Since itâs his first time getting married, Han Yi didnât know much. He just knew that his fellow soldiers went back to get married with only their military introduction letter and officerâs ID.
"Comrade, do you want the photos in black and white or color?" Lin Wan asked, and the staff paused, saying, "These days, the new versions are in black and white, but there are one or two in color. You choose which one you want; we donât have regulations on that." Although thereâs a new version, some couples still use the old version without a photo to save money, or use black and white photos. Color photos are expensive, and most families canât afford them.
The old version will probably be discontinued by the end of this month. They still suggest using the new version.
Lin Wan took Han Yi to the store where she developed restaurant menu photos. The main thing is the owner himself can develop the photos, so thereâs no long wait.
"Can the photos be ready today?" Han Yi seemed very anxious about the marriage certificate.
"Comrade, if you arenât short on money, considering youâre a regular customer, you pay five bucks, and I can rush it for youâthe photos will be ready in two hours." He had just changed the film a few days ago, and developing now would waste quite a bit.
"Alright, please rush it for me."
Lin Wan puzzledly tugged on Han Yiâs sleeve and said, "Why spend so much more? We can wait two days."
Han Yi shook his head, "I have to return to the team tomorrow, probably wonât be back for another month or two."
"... Oh." Hearing heâd leave tomorrow, Lin Wan felt a bit lost.
Han Yi noticed Lin Wanâs thoughts but didnât know how to explain. He secretly mustered some courage, raised his hand to hold Lin Wanâs hand, and said, "Sorry, Iâm a soldier; I have to bear this responsibility. Rest assured, Iâll accompany you whenever I have time."
Lin Wan looked up straight at him, smiling, and said, "Itâs just unfamiliar for now; Iâll get used to it gradually. Donât worry, Iâll wait for you to come home peacefully."
"Thank you."
Lin Wan wanted to say weâre husband and wife but thought that they hadnât registered yet, and in the end, didnât say it.