After Apocalypse, I Got Rich With Superpower

After sending the officials off, Li Pan finally had a moment to rest.

It would soon be winter downtime, and a year had passed by without her realizing it.

And the Base Commander specifically called her to his office for a talk.

"Uncle, what did you want to see me about?"

Li Pan had just been busy with the renovation of No. 6 Farm. Previously farmland, it had remained untouched, but after this autumn’s harvest, everything was to be uprooted and cleared away. They wouldn’t be growing crops anymore but would instead cultivate Spirit Trees, Spiritual Medicine, Spirit Grass, and the like, and even add expensive facilities like protective nets. She was currently busy with all these things.

"You shouldn’t only be busy with work. Isn’t it about time you and Xue Dong considered getting married? It’s been several years, and if you wait any longer, it might be difficult to have children."

"Married?"

Li Pan was stunned for a moment.

"Yes, don’t you want to get married, or is there something about Xue Dong that dissatisfies you?"

The Base Commander had taken on the role of the marriage-pushing parent.

"Xue Dong hasn’t mentioned marriage to me."

"I’ve asked him long ago. He said he would wait until you’re ready, to give you time to achieve your dreams and career. A woman can also strive for her career her entire life. He admires you a lot and is willing to wait for you."

"But child, you’re growing older too. I’m not trying to rush you on purpose. In a few more years, you’ll be in your thirties, and waiting any longer could make it difficult to have children."

"Oh, I’ll think about it."

Li Pan was so absorbed in her career that she truly had forgotten about this matter.

"Then go back and think about it. Getting married won’t interfere with your career. The key is who you marry. If you marry a good-for-nothing, of course, that would mess everything up, but if you marry the right person, nothing will be compromised."

The Base Commander said with a smile.

"I’ll go back and talk to Xue Dong."

Li Pan, a bit befuddled, left.

"Where’s Xue Dong?"

"He’s busy at No. 6 Farm."

"Do you need something?"

Grandpa looked up at her, his expression a bit bewildered.

"Grandpa, Uncle Wang asked me when I’m getting married."

Li Pan cradled her head, pondering the matter.

"Do you want to get married, or would you like to marry Xue Dong and spend your life with him? It’s the kind of being together for a lifetime."

"I thought we would be together forever."

"Yes, being together forever, but he’s clearly much more devoted to you than you are to him. He’s willing to wait so many years for you, wait for you to become successful, wait for you to reach the Peak Transformation Period without a word of complaint. Pan’er, if you’re not willing, you should say so sooner rather than later. And if you are willing, you should also say so sooner. You can’t keep dragging it on."

Grandpa said with a smile.

"But if I get married and have children, will I need to step back to a secondary role?"

Li Pan’s fear was exactly this: having to compromise and give up her career for the sake of family, which she was unwilling to do in her heart.

"If you retreat to your family, who’s going to make the Medicine? Who’s going to invent new Medicine? Xue Dong won’t, Xie Ling isn’t nearly strong enough yet, and the other few are not up to it either. Who could replace you?"

Grandpa counter-queried.

After thinking a moment and calculating on her fingers, Li Pan realized that indeed, no one could replace her.

"It seems there isn’t anyone."

"So what are you afraid of? If you’re irreplaceable due to your strength, whatever tricks he tries won’t work on you; what he says doesn’t count."

Grandpa said, winking at her with a laugh.

"Besides, Xue Dong isn’t that kind of person. He values his career too. In the future, when there are children, we old folks will be around too. I’ll help you look after them. Kids grow fast; in a few years, they’ll be off to school, and you won’t need to worry so much."

Li Pan thought about it and realized there wasn’t much of a problem after all.

"Then I’ll go look for Xue Dong."

Saying this, she felt happy again and ran off to find him.

"This child, always lost in wild thoughts. Everyone’s situation is different; you can’t generalize like that."

Grandpa said, laughing to himself as he continued to weave baskets.

Running to No. 6 Farm, she found Xue Dong busy inside the house.

"Xue Dong."

"Why are you here?"

"I have something to tell you."

"Alright, I’m coming now."

Xue Dong washed his hands before coming out.

"Uncle Wang spoke to me today."

"About what?"

"He asked me when I’m getting married. Do you want to marry me?"

Li Pan, acting on her thoughts, was straightforward and generous.

Xue Dong’s eyes clearly lit up, and his gaze overflowed with laughter.

"Of course, I’m willing. I thought you didn’t want to get married so soon, knowing how much you value the farm and are focused on developing your career."

"Then, would you stop me, even with kids and all in the future?"

"No way, the farm wouldn’t function without you. In terms of medicine, you’re a big shot now. Even if I wanted you to stay at home and stop working, the government would find someone else to replace you, it just wouldn’t work."

Xue Dong shook his head and laughed heartily.

Li Pan climbed to the top of the pyramid on her own; now no one could replace or bully her. She had made it and could now choose to say no.

"You’re right, let’s get married."

"Really?"

"Mm."

"Great, then I’ll go get the license tomorrow. It’s too late today, it’s already six o’clock, and the office has closed."

Xue Dong lifted his wrist to check his watch, a luxurious brand, which she had bought for him as a gift when she was in the imperial capital, and he had worn it ever since.

"Sounds good."

"Then let’s go tell everyone the good news."

Xue Dong was particularly excited, rushing to spread the cheerful news to everyone.

After waiting so many years, he had finally received his chance.

That evening, everyone was thrilled. They dug through their wardrobes, sorting out clothes for Xue Dong, citing that he had to look sharp for the license photo—preferably in a suit, to appear spirited and handsome.

Meanwhile, Li Pan was held down by everyone to dress up and trial photos, aiming to select the most stunning dress for the occasion.

Feeling everyone’s excitement, she too began to feel a delayed sense of happiness and anticipation.

Her relationship with Xue Dong seemed natural and inevitable. There were no heart-stopping moments, but rather a mutual nurturing, support, and companionship.

In truth, they had become inseparable. Having lost all their relatives on the journey, they had supported and encouraged each other to this day, perfectly in sync.

Xue Dong understood her lack of security, her stubbornness, and her defiance. Silently guarding and accompanying her, waiting, and supporting her until this day.

Marrying him was something she wanted. Having realized this, Li Pan also began to feel joyous; the future would only get better. Having someone to walk with her was indeed a happy affair.

The next day, they smoothly obtained their marriage certificate and took photos. Li Pan chose a red cheongsam, her hair elegantly styled up, a look crafted by Xie Ling and Zhang Yu, which made her stunningly beautiful.

Xue Dong wore a white suit, perfectly complimenting Li Pan’s red cheongsam, making them the most dazzling couple at the registry office that day.

They looked at their marriage certificate several times, exchanged glances, and then burst into laughter.

"From now on, you’ll be at my beck and call."

Li Pan twisted his ear, speaking triumphantly.

"Of course, I’ve always been at your beck and call. Wherever you point, I’ll charge; I’m very effective."

Xue Dong’s will to survive was remarkably strong.

"So, what shall we do now?"

"I’m not sure, maybe show our marriage certificate to the Base Commander."

Xue Dong pursed his lips, pondering, wanting to give Old Wang a reason to be happy.

"Let’s go, we have to collect the congratulatory money from everyone we know, no one gets out of it."

Li Pan held her head high, seizing the opportunity to collect gift money.

"Hahaha! I would have forgotten if you hadn’t mentioned it. Let’s go, don’t let them get away."

"Should we host a dinner afterward?"

"Let Jianzhong and Zhang Qi take care of it. You focus on your stuff, no need to worry about these troublesome matters. I’ll handle the rest."

Xue Dong took on the responsibility for all the minor details, allowing Li Pan to do what she loved, just as before. Each stuck to their roles, not interfering with each other’s careers and hobbies.