Chapter 3 — Every Day Waking Up With You

5 The next morning, Hooc Tran rode his bicycle to take me to the district very early. I sat sideways on the back seat, holding his shirt tightly with both hands. The country road is bumpy, every time the wheels roll over gravel, I almost slip down. “Hold tight.” — He didn't turn his head, his deep, hoarse voice rang out. I hesitated for a few seconds, then slowly wrapped my arms around his waist. His body was as solid as iron, through the fabric of his shirt one could still feel clear muscle lines. The bullet immediately rushed in: 【Finally, Mieu Mieu touched my hand!!!】 【How does it feel to touch Hoc Tran's abs~~】 My face was hot, I quickly changed the subject: "Which department store are we going to?" “Newly opened Huu Nghi store.” He paused for a moment, then added: "I heard there are goods sent from Shanghai." Arriving in town, Hoac Tran stopped the car right in front of the store. I was just about to step in when I suddenly saw a familiar figure — Ha Phi Phi! She was wearing a dark red dress, standing in front of the counter choosing snowflake ice cream, with a graceful appearance as the color. I reflexively wanted to dodge, but Hoo Tran grabbed my hand and pulled me back: "What are you afraid of?" Ha Phi Phi turned her head and immediately widened her eyes: "Sister? Brother-in-law? Why are you two here?" Her eyes quickly slid down, staring at the clasped hands of me and Hoc Tran, her face changed slightly. Hoo Tran ignored her completely, grabbed my hand and pulled me straight towards the clothing area. But Ha Phi Phi followed: "Are you also coming to buy things?" She deliberately raised her voice: "The things here are very expensive~ There are dozens of yuan at a time!" Several sales staff and customers in the store began to turn their heads to look this way. Ammunition urgently reminded: 【She's joking!】 【Don't be afraid, Mieu Mieu! Hoac Tran has a lot of money!】 I laughed coldly, walked straight to the most expensive row of dresses, and randomly chose a light blue dress: "Let me try this." The salesperson glanced at the price tag and said politely: "Comrade, this is forty-eight yuan." Suddenly, there was a sound of cold air inhaling around. Forty-eight yuan — equal to an entire month's salary of an ordinary worker! Ha Phi Phi pretended to be shocked and covered her mouth: "Sister, you buy such expensive things... how hard does your husband have to plow the land to have money!" Without saying a word, Huo Zhen reached into his pocket, pulled out five great solidarity bills (10 yuan each) and slammed them down on the counter: "Pack it up." The whole store was as quiet as paper. Ha Phi Phi was stunned as if being slapped in the face. Bullets exploded: 【Aaaaaaa it's so cool!】 【Slapping money in the face is the most fatal move!】 I took the carefully packed dress and deliberately smiled gently at Ha Phi Phi: "Thank you for worrying~ but... my husband likes to spend money on me." The corners of Hoc Tran's lips slightly curled up, then continued to take me shopping for leather shoes, hairpins, and finally bought two jars of genuine Shanghai alabaster ice cream. Throughout the process, Ha Phi Phi followed behind, his face increasingly black as the bottom of a pot. As soon as I got out of the store, she suddenly stopped in front of me and made a "kind" face: "Sister, Mr. Loi Dan will be transferred to the province as an officer next month." She lowered her voice and whispered: "If you regret it, there's still time..." Hoo Tran's eyes suddenly turned cold as ice. I immediately took his arm, smiled and replied: "Is that so? Then... congratulations to him." But I raised the bags in my hand and shook them: “Yes But... I live very well now, I don't need anyone to worry about me." Ha Phi Phi gritted his teeth: "Don't be complacent! Everyone in the village says you are effeminate, young lady, not worthy of—” “Not worthy of what?” Hoo Tran suddenly spoke, his cold voice echoed: "My wife wants to live her way, no need for others to discuss." He wrapped his arms around my shoulders and led me away, leaving Ha Phi Phi so angry that he stomped on the spot. On the way home, I sat sideways behind the saddle, hugging Hoac Tran's waist, my heart as sweet as drinking honey. “Hoo Tran.” “Um?” "Thank you." He was silent for a moment then asked: "Thank you for what?" “Thank you…” I hesitated, then said softly: “Thank you for treating me so well.” Hoo Tran's spine stiffened slightly. He was silent for a long time before forcing out a sentence: "You are my wife." My heart skipped a beat, and before I could say anything — “Creak!” The bike suddenly braked suddenly. A huge yellow dog jumped straight from the roadside into the middle of the road, blocking right in front of the car. Hoc Tran used his legs to steady the car, and because of inertia, I fell forward, pressing against his back. “Are you okay?” — He turned his head and asked. At that moment, our faces were close together, our breaths mixed together. I looked into his bright black eyes and suddenly... forgot what I was going to say. 6 Early in the morning, I was drying clothes in the yard, when the village secretary suddenly rushed in with a few people. “Is Hoac Tran home?” The secretary's face turned red, waving a newspaper in his hand: "That's great news!" Hoc Tran walked out of the house, his hands still covered in flour. “What's going on?” — He frowned and asked. The secretary immediately thrust the newspaper into his hand: "Look at it!" The front page of the provincial newspaper!” I curiously poked my head closer, only to see Huo Tran's photo occupying a large corner, the title in bold letters stood out: 《New Era Farmer Representative: Huo Tran's Road to Wealth》 "You were voted as a National Advanced Figure in the agricultural industry!" The secretary patted Hoac Tran's shoulder, his voice unable to hide his excitement: "The district just informed us, tomorrow we will go to the province to receive the award!" I looked at him with wide eyes, and he was... so calm that it was scary: "Oh." Bullets exploded in the sky: 【Aaaaaaa big man, hide!】 【This reaction is too cold?!】 The secretary rubbed his hands and smiled: "The district leaders also said that they must organize a conference to praise you, and invite you to speak and share your experiences!" Hooc Tran turned around and went straight into the house: "No time." Tomorrow we still have to harvest rice." The secretary almost choked: "This... this is a big deal!" I quickly ran out to fight the fire: “Go! He's definitely going!” Then I ran into the house and pulled his sleeve: "You idiot, why don't you go with such a good opportunity?" Hoo Tran lowered his head and looked at me: "You want me to go?" "Of course!" — I nodded without hesitation. I happily laughed: "I want to see you receive the award with my own eyes!" The corner of Hoo Tran's mouth raised very slightly: "Then... help me find a nice outfit." I rummaged through the wardrobe, finally choosing an outfit that he rarely wore: a white shirt and black pants. The next morning, I woke up early and carefully ironed out every fold in my suit. When Hoc Tran finished changing and walked out... I was stunned on the spot. The white shirt accentuated his wide shoulders and slim waist, and black pants made his legs look long and his whole body exuded looks sturdy, stylish, stands straight and is breathtakingly handsome. The bullet went completely crazy: 【WTF? This person is... a farmer?!】 【With beauty like this, he still has the strength to beat a bunch of stars!】 Hoc Tran was so uncomfortable when I looked at him, he gently pulled his collar: "So uncomfortable." I immediately rushed forward to fix his collar: "Don't move! You're the main character today!" The Jeep sent by the district stopped outside the gate. Before getting in the car, Hoc Tran pulled out a red velvet box from his pocket and gave it to me. “What is it?” I opened it to see - it was a pair of gold earrings, delicately designed, with a small ruby stone attached, looking at it, I knew it was of no small value. “Last time I saw you looking like this for a bit too long.” He said it like it was no big deal, his tone was light, as if he just conveniently bought a stalk of white cabbage at the market. I just remembered - the other day when I was at the cooperative, I actually stopped in front of the jewelry counter and looked for a few seconds. The bullets roared like a flood: 【AAAAA HE'S NOTICED IT!】 【What kind of man is as delicate as an angel!】 The district's commendation ceremony took place very solemnly. When Hoc Tran stepped up to the podium to receive the certificate of merit, there was thunderous applause from below. The reporters gathered around to take pictures, and someone even turned to interview me: "Mrs. Hoac, your husband is so excellent, how do you feel?"