Orion's pretty daughter-in-law

Chapter 309 Housewarming Banquet

The Ding'an Marquis Mansion where we just moved in was very lively that day, and there was an endless stream of guests. There were guests who had invitations sent by Yun Jinghao and Luo Jinxiu a few days ago, and there were guests who came with invitations and generous gifts.

No matter what kind it was, on such a good day, Yun Jinghao didn't stop people from the door, he had expected that there would be many people coming, and the prepared banquet had enough seats, so he wasn't afraid of any mistakes.

However, in order to prevent too many guests from being able to handle it, the brothers in the security hall were also called to maintain order today.

After seeing Yun Jinghao, the guests who came to the door enthusiastically approached him, either to say congratulations or to salute him.

"I've met Marquis Ding'an, this is a small gift, not a respect, please accept it with a smile, Lord Marquis."

"Master Hou, your residence is really grand! It's a great honor for Liu to come to the housewarming banquet today!"

"I met Lord Hou. I wonder if you remember Zhang? Last time, Zhang made an order at the Security Hall."

"Master Hou, this is—"

Most of these people who came together were businessmen, and the counties who did not get invitations did not mention it. Those who could get invitations were all made by Yun Jinghao who had joined the Anbaotang before he had no title. If now It was only too late when I wanted to start a relationship with Yun Jinghao who was the Marquis of Ding'an, so those who had invitations expressed their congratulations, but they were also very grateful for their foresight.

Because Yun Jinghao is the only Marquis in the local and surrounding prefectures, most of the officials in the prefecture were also present, and the most important ones were the magistrate, officials of other yamen, and even those who usually work with each other. These civil servants had nothing to say, and some of the local military generals who were not willing to get in touch with each other came.

These people were mainly because they learned that Yun Jinghao was also a military general, and he had made a lot of contributions as a general at the border, and they directly pulled the newly released Marquis Ding'an into their camp of generals. In fact, they were indeed right.

The civil servants, on the other hand, regard the magistrate as a weather vane. In addition, Yun Jinghao does not have a military officer now, only has a title of Marquis, and Madam Hou is the owner of 'Splendid Fate', no matter how you think about it, you should make good friends. ignore or offend.

Because the people who came to the door were all seeking friendship, or even pursuing the idea, the atmosphere of the housewarming banquet was very lively, and the guests were quite harmonious.

Even occasionally, some officials sat at the same table with some merchants, and no one shook their faces, and said a few words of greetings politely. Great opportunity to network.

After Luo Jinxiu woke up, she also put on loose clothes and came out to have a banquet together, but in order to take care of her pregnant woman, half of the meals at the main table where they sat were made with her situation in mind, or they were her favorite food, Or it is suitable for pregnant women to eat.

The people at the same table are Mrs. Xu, Jing Shu, Mr. Xiao Shanchang and Mr. Wei, Jinshu Jinyu, Bai Siqing and Tingyu. It was also deliciously cooked, and there was nothing wrong with eating them.

Moreover, the food cannot be prepared according to their preferences, but the drinks are enough, and the whole housewarming banquet adds up to [-] tables, and the drinks on each table are the best old wines sent by the capital before, and a jar will be several times larger Ten taels of silver.

For ordinary people, is that drinking?That's drinking money!

This is also because Yun Jinghao is not very good at wine, except for leaving some for Xiao Shanzhang and Mr. Wei, and giving a few jars as gifts during the New Year, the rest was taken out today.

Luo Jinxiu is very interested in these mellow wines, but it's a pity that he can't get them in a short time. The Duke's Mansion will definitely find opportunities to send them in the future, so there is no need to keep too many.

In addition to the high-quality drinks, there are two seafood dishes on each table, sea prawns and crabs, which are quite large and served in large plates. Although it may not be possible for the guests to eat to their heart's content, everyone can taste it Not a lot.

Whether it is seafood or famous wines in the capital, they are not usually enjoyed. Even the wealthy businessmen and officials who hold their own identities are very satisfied with eating and drinking. , I am afraid that none of the people here may be able to show it.

The eight people from Shangxi Village sat next to the main table with Yuan Qingqing. The table was full of chicken, duck, fish, seafood and wine, all of which were good things they had never eaten in their life. Although they tried their best to restrain themselves, they still It is inevitable that the food is not as refined as the people at other tables.

Fortunately, most people have winks. Even if these people look a little different from them in their clothes, you can see the position of their table and the fact that Marquis Ding'an and Madam Hou will talk to them from time to time. Several people have a very close relationship with Marquis Ding'an, and no one would be so foolish as to show contempt and disdain.

Their attitude also made Liu Lizheng, Zhou Xi'er and the others relax from being cautious at the beginning, and gradually relaxed.

"Speaking of which, I have heard that Mrs. Hou's younger brother, the senior student of Chief Xiao Shan, got a good grade in the county examination not long ago. Today, I borrow flowers to present a Buddha. I also wish my younger brother in the next government examination. He also got a good rank in the college examination." The magistrate stood up with a glass of wine, turned his head and said to Yun Jinghao and Luo Jinxiu at the next table.

If the magistrate flattered Yun Jinghao or her, the couple would at best deal with it in a face-to-face manner, and let it go after hearing it, but the magistrate cleverly mentioned Jin Shu, and the smile on Luo Jinxiu's face instantly became more obvious.

"Then, with the auspicious words from the magistrate, I hope that the child Jinshu will achieve such outstanding grades in the future." She naturally has enough confidence in her younger brother, but she is certainly happy to be felt that way, and she is happy for it pride.

"But I'm pregnant, so it's inconvenient to drink, so I substitute tea for wine." Luo Jinxiu raised her teacup as a signal.

Naturally, the magistrate would not force himself to do so, and Luo Jinxiu happily drank up half of the tea when he saw this, and Yun Jinghao who was next to him poured her another cup of hot water in due course.

Seeing her reaction, the others knew that the magistrate had found the right topic, and when they thought about the "Splendid Fate" that was still doing activities, the reason for giving back to the guests was to celebrate Luo Jinshu's passing the county examination!It can be seen from this that Mrs. Hou attaches great importance to this younger brother of her natal family, and they have always asked that Marquis Ding'an loves Mrs. Hou very much, and everything goes smoothly. It is said that all the family properties are placed under Mrs. Hou's name.

After trying to understand the various reasons, many people began to feel annoyed, why didn't they think of being the first to speak!Didn't Madam Hou look at the prefect with admiration in her eyes?
They didn't forget that the concubine's younger brother of the magistrate once went to Mrs. Hou's shop to make a fuss. Later, although the magistrate promptly dealt with the aftermath and made compensations, most people still felt that Lord Hou and Mrs. Hou must have something in their hearts. Grievance, but today, what the prefect said might make this grudge go away and re-establish a friendly relationship with Marquis Ding'an!

However, it doesn't matter if you can't be the first to speak, it's not too late to speak now!
Not to be outdone, the other officials at the same table picked up their wine glasses and stood up to toast Yun Jinghao and Luo Jinxiu, pouring good words one after another.

"Your brother Ling looks young, but he passed the county examination, and he is still the head of the county's case. It shows that he is smart and has a bright future." The person who said this added another sentence deliberately, "Of course, the teachings of Xiao Shan are also important. essential."

"Extremely, extremely! My younger brother is very talented. I think he followed Mrs. Hou. Mrs. Hou's 'Splendid Fate' is well-run and well-known, and everyone knows it. I think my younger brother can also be better than others Lan, make a career in the officialdom in the future."

Listening to them almost exaggerating the brocade book, Xiao Shanzhang silently curled his lips while drinking a small wine, but he just passed a county examination, and it wasn't that he won the first prize in the palace examination, so what's so fast, besides, Isn't it a matter of course for his students to get good grades in the exam, and they are still used to boast?

Taking a special look at the brocade book again, the face was flushed red by the praise, not only could not see the slightest pride or pride, on the contrary it seemed particularly embarrassing.

Mr. Xiao Shan was quite satisfied with it. Children of this age are most likely to be proud and complacent. They think they can go to heaven if they get a little grade. Tingyu who obviously got the No.2 good result but no one mentioned it.

Ting Yu has always been very well-behaved, and was taught well by Mr. Wei, even though she lost to Jin Shu in the county test, she still kept her mind calm.

Only by being open-minded like this, you will not be shaken by a small gap in grades, and you will be able to go further in the future. Not only Mr. Xiao Shan, but Mr. Wei also observed his little disciples without any trace. He didn't seem to have any expression on his face, but his eyes were clearly satisfied with Ting Yu's performance.

After these officials, including other merchants who followed suit, praised them fiercely, Yun Jinghao and Luo Jinxiu felt that it was almost done, so they interrupted them, and continued eating, drinking and laughing.

Some people focused on making good friends with Yun Jinghao, the Marquis, while others, especially businessmen, still remembered that Mrs. Hou had the title of Imperial Merchant, and tentatively asked Luo Jinxiu about cooperating with 'Jinxiu Yuan'.

These people may not have cooperated with 'Jinxiuyuan' before, but ever since the imperial business plaque was hung in the shop of 'Jinxiuyuan', they know better that the future of this shop is not limited to Fucheng, maybe soon The business will expand to the entire Yunshui country. Will the light that can be enjoyed by then be compared with what it is now?

There are too many monks and few meats, so if you want to seize the opportunity, you have to act first, and further cooperation is finalized, even if it is impossible to reach a cooperation right now, if you leave a deep enough impression on Mrs. Hou, it will be easy to operate in the future!

(End of this chapter)