dkrc Chapter 38 A Grand Wedding, Love Blossoms Under the Sun
Chapter 38 A Grand Wedding, Love Blossoms Under the Sun
As dusk settled, it resembled a piece of velvet soaked in champagne.
The sunset gently and extravagantly enveloped the skyline of this city that never sleeps, and the ripples of the Shanghai-Pukou River shattered into countless golden points of light under the afterglow of the setting sun.
The shimmering waves seemed to be sprinkling gold dust over the entire city for this belated celebration, creating a breathtaking spectacle.
Mr. and Mrs. Tang Muyang stood quietly in front of the glass curtain wall on the top floor of the Qingyun Center.
My fingertips lightly touch the cool glass, looking down at the bustling metropolis below, which is about to be completely illuminated by lights.
Beneath my feet lies the bustling, noisy world of cars and people, before my eyes stretches the city's dazzling starry sky.
When they turned around and looked back, all they could see were the five couples who had weathered storms and finally achieved their happy ending.
This involves more than just geographical latitude and temporal distance.
It is the steel backbone forged in the smoke of business battles, and also the arduous transformation of Qingyang Industry from a ragtag bunch to a high-ranking official.
At this moment, the evening breeze swept through the hall.
Tang Muyang felt an unprecedented sense of peace and clarity.
That is the vast sky and sea after a storm, the calm and tranquility after experiencing vicissitudes.
On the evening of May 20, 2019, a day that young people have given the ultimate romantic meaning to "I love you".
The banquet hall on the top floor of the Qingyun Center in Shanghai was decorated like a dreamlike starry river.
Thousands of Swarovski crystal chandeliers cast a soft and holy light.
Every inch of space is bathed in a shimmering glow, luxurious yet warm.
There was none of the hustle and bustle and complicated rituals of a traditional wedding.
Instead, there is a solemnity and reverence after weathering the storm, and a tender warmth after surviving the catastrophe.
For Qingyang Industrial Group, this day was more like a belated celebration.
It was a milestone for these self-made heroes to take off their straw hats, put on formal attire, and officially step into the hall of formalization.
The air was filled with the fragrance of top-quality perfume lilies and rich champagne.
It was a unique flavor called hope and victory, refreshing and delightful.
Tang Muyang, arm in arm with Gong Yiqing, stood deep behind the side curtain of the main stage.
His gaze pierced through the light and shadow, looking down at the assembled heroes and their families.
Looking at those familiar faces, faces etched into my very bones.
There are a group of veteran officials, including Zhang Haoting, Tang Jianguo and Yang Liu, Peng Jiahui and Zhou Yanting, Gu Zhixing and Ye Zhiqi.
There are also five pairs of newlyweds: Zhou Zhengqi and Su Man, Li Huixin and Qin Fendou, Zhao Gang and Zhu Xiaohui, Hao Haining and Xu Yichen, and Fu Dayi and Liang Xinyi.
Tang Muyang took a deep breath, his palms warm, and gripped his wife's hand tightly, saying in a low voice, "Yiqing, thank you."
This thank you is for the silent companionship through thick and thin.
He is even more grateful to her for standing shoulder to shoulder with him to witness this historic moment. She is his soft shield and his armor.
Gong Yiqing responded with a gentle yet firm smile, her eyes glistening with tears of emotion.
Her slender, pale fingers gently adjusted her husband's bow tie with delicate movements.
"Muyang, this is our Qingyang, and it is also the big family they fought for with their lives."
The words were gentle as water, yet they contained the cohesive force of the people of Qingyang, who were united as one and vowed never to betray each other—the very soul of their family culture.
As the melodious strains of "Für Elise" flowed gently through the hall.
Five couples walked hand in hand, step by step onto the stage amidst starlight and applause. They were not the traditional golden couples.
His face bears the marks of perseverance and hardship earned through the ups and downs of the business world—the medals that time bestows upon warriors.
Qin Fendou, who was walking at the front, was clutching a crumpled piece of paper tightly in his hand, his knuckles turning white.
Those were the "rules" that he and Hei Xiong had upheld with their wisdom in Longsu, and they were his lifelong beliefs.
Li Huixin, standing beside him, wore a snow-white wedding dress.
His eyes, which revealed the rigor and insight unique to auditors, were now overflowing with tender love.
Next up were Zhao Gang and Zhu Xiaohui.
Zhao Gang, dressed in a sharp dark suit, exuded the demeanor of a refined businessman.
But the dark marks on his neck, from the rainy season in Vietnam, are still there—the marks of the pioneers.
Zhu Xiaohui wore a simple haute couture gown, her eyes filled with both heartache and pride.
Next up were Hao Haining and Xu Yichen.
Although Hao Haining is young, the naivety between his brows has faded, replaced by the persistence and composure characteristic of a tech man.
He held Xu Yichen's hand tightly; she was the "behind-the-scenes guardian" who built the early data firewall for Qingyang.
Xu Yichen wore a light champagne-colored dress, with a serene smile on her face, a gentle harbor that supported Hao Haining through countless sleepless nights coding.
The last couple to appear were Fu Dayi and Liang Xinyi.
Fu Dayi was a burly man, and even in a fitted suit, he couldn't hide his tough, bandit-like demeanor. But at this moment, he seemed a little flustered, like a big boy who had made a mistake.
Liang Xinyi, dressed in a classic white gown, was gentle and graceful. She was the "beast tamer" who could make Fu Dayi instantly sheathe his fangs and obey his commands.
As the five couples stood in the center of the stage, Tang Muyang and Gong Yiqing walked onto the stage side by side.
The lights converged, drawing everyone's attention.
Tang Muyang took the microphone, his eyes sharp as he scanned five familiar faces, each etched with a story.
The voice was deep and powerful, penetrating every corner of the banquet hall.
"Everyone, today is May 520th. Many people say that love is about romantic moments under the moon and flowers, sweet words, and the beauty of nature."
"But for us Qingyang people, love means fighting side by side, sharing joys and sorrows, and standing together through thick and thin."
"These five couples gave the best years of their youth to Qingyang, and left their courage and scars on this land."
"Today, we won't talk about performance, performance indicators, or those cold, hard numbers."
"We only talk about family, about the warmest human kindness."
The audience fell silent instantly; you could hear a pin drop.
Tang Muyang spoke with the weight of a thousand pounds, his voice booming like a bell: "You gave your youth to Qingyang, and today, Qingyang is giving you back a home."
May you spend the rest of your lives together, sharing joys and sorrows, facing the vastness of the world, and spending countless days and nights together.
Gong Yiqing took the microphone, her eyes filled with tears, her voice gentle yet firm.
May you hold hands and grow old together, in good times and bad, in wealth and poverty.
"Qingyang will always be your strongest support."
The atmosphere at the dinner gradually warmed up.
The champagne tower gleamed under the lights, reflecting on the joyful and slightly tipsy faces.
Tang Muyang raised his glass, officially starting the victory celebration banquet and also setting the stage for recognizing the meritorious officials.
"Next, it's time for the awards ceremony."
As soon as the words were spoken, the noisy banquet hall fell silent.
The lights are focused, like a trial under a spotlight.
Tang Muyang presented awards and honors to the meritorious officials who had contributed to the expansion of the territory.
The first to take the stage was Qin Fendou, a pioneer in Northwest China.
He strode onto the stage, his dark face etched with the rugged features of wind and sand.
When the trophy, symbolizing the highest honor, is handed to you.
Instead of offering thanks like most people would, he pulled out the crumpled, sweat-soaked note from his pocket.
The entire audience held their breath.
Qin Fendou's voice was hoarse but firm: "The rules are written here. During the incident at the Northwest Teahouse, I relied on my brains and my courage to protect it."
"Today, I pass on these rules to Huixin. From now on, listening to her will be my highest principle."
"If she tells me to go east, I'll never go west!"
Immediately, applause and sobs erupted!
Immediately afterwards, Zhao Gang changed the subject, his eyes suddenly sharpening like an eagle's, and raised his glass, saying loudly:
"To expand Qingyang's territory and establish a bridgehead in Southeast Asia, we are willing to defend this position for another three years! At Chairman Tang's command, the Zhao family army will certainly fulfill its mission!"
At this moment, Hao Haining walked onto the stage with a slightly shy expression. What she was holding in her hands was not a trophy, but a custom chip engraved with binary code.
He looked at Xu Yichen, adjusted his glasses, and spoke in a soft but unusually firm voice:
"Ariel, before, I only knew how to code and didn't understand human relationships. You taught me that technology should have warmth and a company should have a soul."
"Hidden inside this chip is a love letter of code for you. From now on, my server will only crash for you."
Xu Yichen smiled through her tears and gently punched him: "Silly boy, you're not allowed to stay up all night anymore. If you stay up all night again, I'll unplug your internet cable."
Then, Fu Dayi walked onto the stage with heavy steps. Unlike the others who were refined and cultured, he carried a rough and unruly air about him.
He scratched his head sheepishly, looking at Liang Xinyi below the stage:
"I'm a rough guy, I don't know what romance is. I used to think that having the strongest fist was the only way to be right, but after meeting Xinyi, I realized that bowing your head is also a skill."
He pulled a brand-new key from his pocket—the key to the first property he bought in Zhejiang—and presented it to Liang Xinyi with both hands.
"This key used to open the warehouse door, to keep out thieves. Now, it opens the door to our home, to welcome you. Xinyi, from now on, you're in charge in this house. Anyone who dares to disobey, I'll beat them to a pulp first!"
Liang Xinyi covered her mouth and laughed, her eyes filled with happiness and helplessness. She quickly stepped forward, took the keys, and took his strong arm.
Just as the atmosphere was getting lively, Su Man walked onto the stage in a smart business suit, looking sharp and confident with a commanding presence.
She didn't give a long speech; her gaze swept across the audience with lightning speed.
"The journey is long, but our bond is sealed. This toast is to every brother who returns in glory and walks alongside us, and to our undying youth."
Everyone raised their glasses and drank it all in one gulp.
As night deepens, the city lights begin to illuminate the night.
The stage lights softened into a warm yellow hue, and the ring exchange brought all the emotions to a climax.
The first couple to appear were Qin Fendou and Li Huixin.
Li Huixin picked up the custom-made wedding ring, her fingertips trembling slightly. Looking at his calloused hands, her eyes instantly welled up with tears.
She carefully slipped the ring onto his ring finger, her voice choked with sobs, "Fendou, you uphold the rules, you protect Qingyang, you protect this sky. From now on, I will protect you."
Qin Fendou's Adam's apple bobbed, his eyes reddened, and he nodded heavily: "Okay."
When it was Zhao Gang and Zhu Xiaohui's turn, there was no deliberate attempt to be sentimental, but it was full of tenderness that touched the heart.
Zhu Xiaohui did not accept the ring first, but instead took out a wet wipe from her handbag.
She tiptoed and gently wiped away the black mark on his neck that she couldn't wash off no matter what she did.
"Zhao Gang, let me wipe away the hardships you've endured along the way."
From now on, I will bear your burdens through thick and thin.
Wiping away the marks, Zhao Gang's eyes showed emotion as he solemnly pulled a heavy document from his suit's inner pocket.
He knelt on one knee: "Xiao Hui, this is the 'dowry' I've prepared for you: the planning document for the establishment of the Vietnam branch of Qingyang Hospital."
"Would you be willing to work with me to transform this barren land into a field of blooming flowers?"
Tears streamed down Zhu Xiaohui's face as she nodded firmly, "I do. To the ends of the earth, I will never leave you."
Then, Hao Haining put a sapphire ring on Xu Yichen's finger, symbolizing the deep digital ocean.
In return, Ariel Xu gave him a ring engraved with "∞" (the infinity symbol), symbolizing the infinite cycle and unbreakable connection of their love.
Fu Dayi awkwardly held the ring, his hand trembling slightly, almost dropping it.
Liang Xinyi smiled and took his large hand, guiding him to slip the ring onto her finger: "Dayi, take your time, we have a lifetime together."
Fu Dayi grinned sheepishly, revealing a set of white teeth: "Wife, from now on, if you tell me to go east, I'll never go west. I'll be even more obedient than Brother Fendou!"
At the end of the ceremony, the five couples bowed deeply to Tang Muyang and his wife.
This bow is to express my gratitude for your kindness and protection.
Tang Muyang and his wife returned the greeting solemnly, and the six figures blended together under the lights.
As if forming a whole, it embodies Qingyang's original aspiration: harmony in the family brings prosperity, and harmony in the enterprise brings peace to the world.
As the banquet came to an end and the guests departed, the hustle and bustle subsided into tranquility.
All that remained was the cozy scene of scattered cups and plates.
The heavy soundproof doors blocked out the residual heat from the banquet hall.
The atmosphere in the top-floor boardroom suddenly turned serious, and the air conditioning was turned up high.
An emergency meeting was convened to prepare for the relocation to Shanghai.
Outside the huge floor-to-ceiling windows, the lights of countless homes in the city shone brightly.
Tang Muyang sat upright in the main seat, a lit cigarette between his fingers.
Gazing at the night view outside the window, I lightly tapped my fingertips on the table, the sound breaking the deathly silence.
"The wedding is over, everyone is back to normal. The celebratory drinks are finished."
"Next, we're in for a tough battle."
He looked around, his gaze sharp as a hawk, landing on Su Man, Peng Jiahui, and Lin Mo.
"I have decided that in early 2020, the headquarters of Qingyang will be officially moved to Qingyun Center."
These words shocked everyone present.
Su Man immediately turned on her computer, the screen's dim light reflecting off her calm face.
The complex data architecture diagram is presented clearly and logically.
Her tone was calm and pragmatic: "President Tang, server migration, global data integration, and the resettlement of thousands of personnel."
"Three months, an extreme operation."
Tang Muyang looked at Peng Jiahui and Lin Mo, his tone firm as iron, and gave the order.
"Time is tight, the task is heavy, and there is no room for negotiation. Suman, digital transformation is the core prerequisite for relocating to Shanghai, and the framework must be completed before the end of the year."
"The system must be online on the day the headquarters moves in; it cannot be down for even a minute."
"This is a death order; if you fail, you'll be beheaded."
Peng Jiahui and Lin Mo exchanged a glance, their backs soaked with sweat.
They responded in unison, their voices booming like thunder: "We guarantee to complete the mission! We will not let you down!"
"In addition," Tang Muyang stood up, put his hands behind his back and stood in front of the window, his figure appearing aloof and majestic in the neon lights.
His voice was steady and powerful, resounding: "This relocation to Shanghai is not simply a change of office location; it is a watershed moment for Qingyang, marking its transition from the bottom to new heights."
"I want to see a brand new Qingyang established in Shanghai, radiating across the country, and reaching out to the world."
"This is not a multiple-choice question; it's a mandatory question."
Their words were resounding, outlining a grand blueprint for Qingyang's future.
It also suppressed the restlessness and unease in everyone's hearts, leaving only awe.
The night was deep and quiet, all was still, and a cool breeze blew.
Mr. and Mrs. Tang Muyang went up to the rooftop terrace to enjoy this moment of tranquility.
Beneath our feet flows the ever-flowing Huangpu River.
Before them lay a vibrant scene of countless lights illuminating the two figures leaning against each other.
Gong Yiqing leaned gently on his shoulder, her hair ruffled by the evening breeze, her voice soft and tender, carrying a hint of anticipation:
"Muyang, when the headquarters moves here next year, bring Zhenyang and Shiyang along too. Let them leave the old house in Jiaxing and see the empire that Mom and Dad built together."
Tang Muyang held her hand; his palm was warm.
Looking out at the dazzling lights in the distance, it's as if I've traversed time and space to see my children's curious and proud faces.
"Okay." He pulled her into his arms, his voice firm yet gentle, filled with endless doting affection.
At this moment, the smoke of business warfare dissipates, the struggle for power fades away, leaving only the warmth and stability of companionship, and the tranquility of life.
This grand wedding is a testament to the eternal love of five couples.
This is a milestone for Qingyang Industry.
It builds upon the glory of blood and fire from Chapter 37, ushering in a new chapter of formalization and rapid development.
It also adds a heartfelt touch to the harmony of the extended family.
Warmth and toughness coexist, family and career go hand in hand.
The story of Qingyang embarks on a brand new journey, grand and magnificent.