Twenty Seven Years

  Chapter 390 Farewell

   night.

  The wedding scene has been set up in the living room of the Equality Building. Nord and Catherine are busy going to the rehearsal, and Verac asked Keating for advice before writing tomorrow's speech in his room.

"Snapped."

  A cigarette is lit.

  He frowned, holding the pen, unable to write even half a sentence on the draft paper for a long time.

  In the past year, he has written more things than before, but those contents are completely different from this time, making him unable to rely on experience to write a sincere blessing.

   After an unknown amount of time, there was a knock on the door, and Nord, who was busy with the rehearsal, walked in with a smile: "Writing a speech?"

   "Well, it's too difficult..." Verak smiled wryly and invited Nord to sit down.

   "Let me see...how is it blank paper? You haven't started writing yet?" Nord glanced curiously at the draft paper in front of Veraker, unexpectedly finding that Veraker didn't hold back a single word.

   "You have to give me some time to come up with ideas, after all, this is my first time writing..."

   "Did you ask Mr. Keating?"

   "Ask, but..."

   "Okay, you think about it slowly, don't think so much and be so formal, just speak from the bottom of your heart." Nord felt a little amused seeing that Veraker was very serious about this matter.

  Verak nodded and changed the subject: "Are you done with your work?"

   "Well, Chairman Boyne helped to make it very good. Although there are some things missing, it is as formal and thorough as possible." Nord said.

   "I can tell by your expression that you are very satisfied." Verak put down the pen he had been holding, "I really didn't expect time to pass so fast. In a blink of an eye, you will be married."

"Yeah... During this period of time, I feel like I am dreaming every day. Our pilot factory is up, the club school is about to be completed, and the most important thing is that we have occupied Laizein, which is about to change this land. Even I Personally, I have found my own happiness..." The smile on Nord's face seems to have been fixed, and he has not changed his expression today, "I don't know if you still remember, when you just escaped from prison and returned to Laizein, I It’s hard to understand why you came back. I didn’t want you to be in danger at the time, but now, I am very grateful for your persistence at that time, allowing you to regain your life and bring me to live.”

  Verak smiled and said nothing.

"Thinking about it further, I remembered that I was imprisoned by the Thomas family, when you found me." Nord also laughed, "Dempsey is dead, you became crazy and strange for money, and I couldn't even get out of a small room... At that time, I was desperate and confused like never before."

   "Do you still hate me?" Verak asked.

  If he hadn't taken the initiative to bring Nord and Demps to Lazein a year ago, Demps would not have died.

"I never hated you." Nord shook his head, "I'm not a fool, Dempsey betrayed you, and I would have done the same thing as you, but at that time I was immersed in sadness and couldn't bear it. adapt to a more complex world."

"Sometimes I don't know whether I should regret it... If I had a chance to choose many things again, I would definitely make a different decision, but it is precisely because of these mistakes that we are today." Wei Wei Lark said with emotion, "I heard a sentence some time ago, saying that life is the process of being hurt, healed, hurt again, and healed again. I think our life is similar to this, make mistakes, make up, make mistakes again, and make mistakes again. make up…"

   "Don't think about so many things in your heart." Nord has witnessed the changes in Veraker throughout the year. As Veraker's earliest brother, he understands those things too well.

"No, I didn't think about anything, at least today is easier than ever." Verak leaned forward and punched Nord in the chest, "Seeing that you have improved, I feel very comfortable."

Nord was silent for a few seconds: "...The matter of getting married is indeed because I learned that you are going to Bash, and Catherine and I have this idea. Of course, this is just the cause. It is impossible for us to decide on such an important matter. Just take that into consideration."

"Ok, I know."

"The war is about to start, and there is a shortage of manpower. Catherine and I also intend to join the battlefield and contribute our strength where we are needed more. This is very dangerous. After we really go, no one can guarantee that we can live to see equality The flag is planted in more places. So... we thought that we should do all the things that should be done earlier. In the difficult days to come, we will be each other's comfort, get through it together, and strive to see the dawn come As Nord spoke, his voice became choked, "You should understand what I mean, right? This time, I just hope that everyone can meet again, let's all be happier, sing, drink some wine, and talk about the past, Let's talk about the future... Next time, I really don't know if there will be a chance..."

"Well, I know." Verak has learned not to interfere with other people's solemn decisions. He patted Nord on the shoulder while trying to restrain his emotions, "I quite support your decision, because I also I don’t know when he will be able to come back after leaving this time, and whether he will never come back again. Boyin is also very supportive, because everyone knows his physical condition, and we may all…”

   "Huh..." Nord wiped away his tears, "Verak. I used to be really afraid of death, but I don't know why, but now I'm not afraid at all."

   "Don't say those unlucky words." Verak's eyes were red, but he tried to smile and said, "How can you think about your own life and death before going to the battlefield."

  Nord sniffled: "Be careful when you go out."

"I will definitely be careful, otherwise how do you think I have survived?" Verak blinked, not letting himself cry, "You should be careful too, but since you have decided to go to the battlefield, don't give me any trouble at that time." I'm cowardly."

"I will not."

   "Okay, let's go to rest, don't disturb me to write a speech." Verak rushed Nod to leave.

   "What I just said is the truth, don't think I'm joking with you." Seeing that Veraker's tone has always been relaxed, Nord was afraid that Veraker would misunderstand him.

   "Are you kidding me and I can't see it?" Verak glared at him, "Hurry up and go back to rest."

   "You also go to bed earlier." Nord wiped away his tears again, and left Verak's office.

  After the door was closed, Verak was in a daze for a long time, and finally took a tissue to wipe the tears from the corners of his eyes.

how is this possible?

  Who is not afraid of death?

  Everyone Verak met was afraid, and Nord was no exception.

   It's just that they still chose to do nothing.

"Snapped."

   With a heavy heart, Verak lit the cigarette again, picked up the pen while he was puffing, and wrote down his sincere wishes.

  —

  June 25th, 11 am

  Pingyong Building, a conference hall decorated as a grand wedding venue

  Whether it was Joseph and Morais who hadn't seen anyone at all a few days ago and was busy expanding the army, or other ministers who didn't know how long they hadn't rested, they all gathered in the conference hall today.

  Villac also temporarily borrowed a set of dresses that barely fit, and sat in the first row with Boyne, Keating, Winston and others, watching Comrade Piaf as the host and advancing the wedding.

   "Dear ladies and gentlemen, hello everyone. First of all, on behalf of today's groom, Mr. Nord, and bride, Miss Catherine, I would like to express my heartfelt thanks to all the guests for coming..."

  With the opening remarks of Piaf, the officiant, the wedding ceremony officially began.

   After some speeches, Nord and Catherine walked slowly, holding each other's hands amidst the beautiful sound of Ross playing the piano.

  In Veraker's impression, it was the first time for Nord to wear such formal clothes, which perfectly brought out his handsomeness. And Catherine, who is usually simple and low-key, is so eye-catching after wearing a wedding dress.

   "That's great." Boyin smiled and looked at Nord, and Catherine came right in front of the guests.

   "Well..." Verak sat upright, and the moment his eyes met Nord, he felt the exuberant excitement and tension of the other party.

  The wedding process continued, and soon it was time for the couple to exchange vows.

"Marriage is a love that is further interpreted with responsibility, and it is a more complete destination of love. Today, Mr. Nuode and Miss Catherine will solemnly declare their commitment to each other's love and trust. Mr. Nuode and Miss Catherine, Now please declare your wish to get married to the guests here."

   "Groom Nord, are you willing to accept Catherine as your wife?"

   "I do."

  "You should be gentle and considerate to your wife, respect and love her and her parents. From now on, don't have feelings with other people and keep chaste. No matter if she is poor, sick or disabled, until she dies. Can you promise in front of everyone?"

"I can."

   "Bride Catherine, are you willing to admit Nord as your husband?"

   "I do."

"You should marry him at this age, love him, be loyal to him, help him, respect him, support his career, do your duty as a wife, do not have feelings for other people in the future, and remain chaste. Can you Promise?"

"I can."

"Mr. Nord, Miss Catherine, please face each other, hold each other's hands, and swear to each other as husband and wife." Piaf stood in the middle and presided over, "Mr. Nord, please follow me, Catherine, I am willing to marry you as my wife and make the following promises, starting today, whether in adversity or prosperity, poor or rich, I will always love you..."

  …

  Verak watched Nord and Catherine finished their respective oaths and put the rings on each other's hands, with a look of relief, and applauded warmly with the others.

   "...Next, we invite Mr. Nord's best friend, Mr. Verac, to send his blessings." The wedding was completed one by one under the guidance of Piaf, and finally it was time for Verac to speak.

Verak stood up, nodded to the people present, and stood there looking at Nord and Catherine: "First of all, I am honored to be the second most important person in Nord's life to deliver a speech for this pair who cherish each other and cherish each other. My most sincere blessings to the beloved newlyweds."

  Hearing "the second most important person in life", everyone present laughed.

  Nord smiled the brightest, anticipating what Veraker would say next.

"Nord used to say that he was the most complete witness to my life, and I would say the reverse is also true. I watched you mature and become a comrade of the International Equality League, found here The value of my life and the love of my life. But, starting today, I will entrust this important task of "witnessing" to Miss Catherine. I hope she can witness more of your achievements in the future, and a more splendid second half of your life. As for me, I will be responsible for witnessing the two of you living together in the future, and growing old together," Verak said.

   "That's a good point!" Nord praised Veraker for not thinking in vain last night.

"Nord is my best friend. I couldn't sleep last night, tossing and turning, thinking about what kind of blessings I should send as a best friend." Verac didn't finish speaking, "I wish them love each other This is too mediocre. May they be united forever? It seems that it is not enough... Fortunately, when the sky is about to dawn, I thought of it. Nord, Catherine, I sincerely hope that you can heal each other's hearts forever The uneasiness, can always learn the courage to fight to the end from each other when going through hardships, can always lean on each other, and be each other's light..."

   "Thank you, brother." Nord stepped forward and embraced Verak.

  …

  At the end of the wedding, Boyne suggested that everyone take a photo together as a souvenir.

  Villac volunteered, arranged for everyone to sit and stand, and then worked as a photographer again, taking a photo for everyone. Then, at the strong request of Nord, Boyne and others, he also sat down, and other comrades helped to take pictures as souvenirs.

In the final photo, Nord and Catherine in wedding dresses are sitting in the middle, Verac and Boyne are sitting on both sides, Keating, Morais, Rose, Winston and others are lined up in sequence, and other comrades They were sitting or standing behind, smiling, leaving the most beautiful figure at this most beautiful moment.

  …

   "I'm leaving." The wedding was still going on, but Verak just drank a few glasses of wine, then changed back to simple clothes, and came to bid farewell to everyone.

   "The photos will be sent to you when the time comes, just take a look if you miss us." Rose reluctantly hugged Verac.

   "Pay attention to safety over there, don't look at our side is also busy, if you really need anything, we will provide you with support at any time." Morais urged.

   "Keep in touch, I will send you every chapter of the total theory." Winston said.

   "The task is very difficult, but I am very relieved for you. I hope that we can continue to send good news to each other in the future." Boyin sat on the wheelchair and patted Verak's body.

   "When you win, we will meet up and go to Montrego." Murphy remembered Diaz's last wish and the agreement with Verac.

   "Take care of yourself, and remember to take care of others." Keating didn't say much, but Verac had tears in his eyes the first time he saw him.

   "I said everything I needed to say last night, we won't see you off, let's go." Nord tensed, driving Verak away just like Verak drove himself away yesterday.

Verak looked at the people in the conference hall, and recalled the time when he and Mr. Keating went to the Old South York Covenant together: "Whether you are tired of hearing it or not, I still say the same thing, we will win in the end. But, This time we really have to wait for victory to see each other again. Take care, everyone."

  (end of this chapter)