Respectfully

Marshal Lou's mansion was full of guests and friends today, and it was extremely lively.

Marshal Lou's only son got married, and officials from the six northern provinces, big and small, no matter how far or near, would come to congratulate him and ask for a glass of wedding wine.If you are really stuck by something and can't come, you have to ask someone to send a congratulatory gift, just like a competition, and the red envelopes are thicker than each other.

The civil servants' gifts can be described as varied, ranging from antique paintings from the previous dynasties to imported goods from the West, and the military officials are all silver coins.

A teacher who has been with Commander Lou for more than 20 years, patted his fat stomach, and said with a smile: "Commander, we and our brothers are all rough, and we can't learn the elegance of those literati. In fact, these are just a little bit of our heart, you must not be picky! Don't care about everything, money is the best!"

After finishing the speech, the hall roared with laughter, and even the civil servants, who were not always in tune with these warriors, couldn't hold back and laughed.

In the northern government, officials from the six northern provinces formed their own line. Most of them started their careers with Marshal Lou, and followed him all the way. There is no doubt about their loyalty to Marshal Lou.No matter how big the internal conflict is, it can be twisted into a single rope when it comes to the outside world.

The reason why President Sima has been so taboo towards Marshal Lou in the past two years has something to do with the official system in the six northern provinces.According to the old saying, the northern government is a big court, and the six northern provinces are a small court.Even if Marshal Lou didn't turn his back on him, the president would still be restless.Fortunately, there is still Zheng Huai'en in the south, otherwise, it would be a matter of time before President Sima and Marshal Lou broke their faces.

Marshal Lou's family held a happy event, and many important officials from the northern government came to congratulate him. Among them, the current Minister of Communications, Zhan Changqing, was Marshal Lou's brother-in-law, and his wife was Mrs. Lou's sister. , and almost got closer to Marshal Lou and became in-laws.Minister Zhan and Mrs. Zhan looked at the bustle in front of them, feeling sorry in their hearts, who to blame, or to blame their daughter for being unlucky.

Mrs. Lou and Mrs. Zhan are sisters of the same father and mother, and their relationship has always been very good.The two sisters regretted that they didn't get married before.It was once rumored that the two sisters had turned against each other, which made Mrs. Lou's eldest brother intervene in person.Now that Mrs. Zhan came to congratulate her personally, all the rumors were self-defeating.Mrs. Lou was also moved by her younger sister's heart, and hurriedly took Mrs. Zhan's hand, "But I'm looking forward to you."

Mrs. Zhan smiled and said, "Are you looking forward to me? Are you looking forward to my red envelope?"

"You don't feel shivering when you say this. Your nephew is married. As an aunt, shouldn't you show something? You have the nerve to say it."

"My parent, Qingna, is in the Qingshui yamen. I'm just stingy, so I came to the banquet empty-handed. What else can you do? Maybe you still kick me out?"

"You!"

When Mrs. Lou heard Mrs. Zhan mention Zhan Changqing's matter, her heart skipped a beat, but right now she didn't have time to ask in detail, so she gestured to Mrs. Zhan, waved her hand, and said later.

Mrs. Zhan understood, so she stopped talking and helped Mrs. Lou greet the officials and women who came to congratulate her.

It was bustling here, and suddenly there was a commotion outside the door, "The President is here!"

"The President is here?"

Marshal Lou greeted him immediately, and Mrs. Lou also walked forward a few steps. The couple exchanged glances. No one else knew it, and they only thought that the president was thinking about his brother, but Marshal Lou and Mrs. Lou were friends. Qing, the president's trip probably won't be as simple as drinking a glass of wedding wine.

The black car with the five-color flag of the Presidential Palace was parked in front of the Marshal's Mansion, and the accompanying guards scattered in all directions, followed by several other cars.

The driver opened the car door. President Sima was wearing a western suit and black leather shoes, which accentuated his tall stature, square chin, and thick eyebrows. Judging by his appearance, he really didn't look like a politician, but more like a politician. A general who leads troops in battle all the year round.Who could have imagined that such a seemingly rough man would occupy the position of the president of the northern government and hold a strong army in his hand, so that all the warlords in the north could only bow their heads and bow their heads.

"Brother, today my nephew is getting married, and I'm here to ask for a glass of wedding wine for my brother, wouldn't you be welcome?"

"How can it be!" Lou Dashuai laughed, "Brother is here, but you have given me a great face! Being a younger brother is only a pleasure, how can you not welcome it? But brother, you are here, and there is no courtesy. Take less?"

Marshal Lou intentionally made his words rude and straightforward. Anyway, in the eyes of outsiders, he is a rough warrior. This way of speaking and doing things is normal.

Mrs. Lou took a look at Mr. Lou, and smiled at President Sima, "Brother, don't pay attention to him. It's a big gift for you to come."

"Your siblings can still talk." President Sima smiled, and continued, "I'm not the only one here. Look, who else is there?"

Only then did everyone turn their attention to the cars following the president's car, and as the doors opened one after another, there was a sudden sound of breathing.

The first person to get out of the car was a dry, skinny little old man, dressed in a long robe and mandarin jacket, but he looked like a Westerner.Although this foreign little old man looks inconspicuous, no one dares to underestimate him. He is Zhu Erdian, the British ambassador to China. Orthodoxy, but the ministers of various countries headed by Zhu Erdian did not make a clear statement. They did not recognize the South, nor would they offend the North.

"Marshal Lou, congratulations." Zhu Erdian imitated the Chinese people, clasped his fists with both hands, and smiled wrinkledly.

Marshal Lou naturally didn't dare to be negligent, and hurriedly clasped his fists in return: "Thank you!"

After Zhu Erdian, French Minister to China Pan Sunner, German Minister to China Hackshausen, United States of America Minister to China Calhoun, Italian Minister to China Sforza, Russian Minister to China Kosovitz, Japanese Minister to China Hikokichi Ijuin, Minister to China, did not come in person, but Kumataro Honda, Acting Minister of the Secretary, came.

Except for Zhu Erdian, several Western envoys were tall and burly, only Honda Kumataro was a small man about 1.5 meters tall, and he held his head high and put his chest out in an arrogant posture. No matter how you looked at it, it was ridiculous.

A few young people who came to congratulate with their parents hid behind the crowd, holding back their stomachaches from laughing.

As soon as the President and the foreign ministers to China arrived, the whole scene became even more lively.All the soldiers responsible for the defense of the Marshal's Mansion were all up to 12 points. Today, there are a large number of officials from the northern government gathered here. If something goes wrong, they will all be unable to eat and walk around!

Compared with government officials, most of the warlords and commanders who actually control the northern regions are more inconvenient to come, especially Han Anshan in Shandong and Song Qining in Hubei. The boat broke apart, firing two cannons every now and then, and firing a few shots. Hubei guarded by Song Qining has been the site of the Fourth World War since ancient times. There is also a Hanyang arsenal. Not to mention the south, even Ma Qingxiang, who is nearby, is also drooling at Hubei.

But Song Qining didn't arrive, but Li did arrive, just after President Sima.

"The governor of Hubei Song Dynasty offered a gift of one hundred thousand yuan!"

This is not a small amount. Everyone present, even President Sima, couldn't help being a little surprised.You know, in the present year, one hundred silver dollars is almost enough for a family of five to live for one year, and Song Qining is paying one hundred thousand at a time. Apart from showing that he is rich, what else does it mean?He and Lou Shengfeng really have an unusual relationship!

Marshal Lou did not expect that Song Qining would make such a big deal. Shortly afterwards, congratulatory gifts from Han Anshan in Shandong, Yan Huaiyu in Shanxi, and Ma Qingrui in Qinghai were also delivered one after another. Even the number of [-], at least [-].

When Ma Qingxiang arrived in Shaanxi and Gansu, he made a joke. The horse beard didn't send any money, but directly sent three hundred fat and strong horses to Marshal Lou. Besides, he also sent two round heads and round brains. Giant panda in black and white.

"This is a panda bear?"

Starting from Gansu in the west, the main body is located in the Qinling Mountains along the border between southern Shaanxi and northern Sichuan. It is one of the main living areas for giant pandas.Qinling giant pandas have always been known as the beauties of national treasures compared to the more bear-like Sichuan giant pandas.

Now the giant panda has not become a national treasure, but it is rarer than other animals.

"This Ma Qingxiang is also interesting." Marshal Lou looked at the two cute-looking animals in the cage, and stroked his bald head: "Why would he think of sending this?"

Compared to Mr. Lou, Mrs. Lou loves these two giant pandas very much. The other wives and ladies are also amazed. This thing looks silly. If it is not separated by a cage and does not know its habits, maybe someone I reached out and touched it.

"Young Marshal is back to greet you!"

At this moment, there was another commotion, the sound of horseshoes and suonas getting closer and closer, everyone in the Marshal's Mansion knew that it was Marshal Lou who welcomed the bride back, Marshal Lou and Mrs. Lou burst into smiles, Compared with just now, the smile is much more sincere.

However, when Lou Xiao and his party appeared in front of everyone, the scene was silent for 3 minutes.

Marshal's Mansion is here today to welcome relatives, not snatch them, right?

Those people following the young marshal's cavalry are the family members who were married off by the Li family, right?How can you be so embarrassed?And those who played the suona and the waist drum, some of them had their eyes white, and they were almost foaming at the mouth.

This is a wedding, right?

When Mrs. Lou saw Li Jinyan struggling to get out of the cloak, she knew her son must be messing around again.

Li Jinyan was helped down from the horse by Lou Xiao, his legs felt a little weak as soon as they landed.He no longer said that riding a horse is a good thing. He has not received special training and ran all the way on horseback. He really suffered!

Lou Xiao's hand never left Li Jinyan's body from the beginning to the end.Mrs. Lou saw that this was not a good look, could it be that the son will hold his daughter-in-law in his arms and go all the way into the bridal chamber?

Marshal Lou didn't take it seriously, he nodded, yes, this kid is not bad, he has the demeanor of his father back then!

After everyone came back to their senses, they also opened their mouths to congratulate. No one would say something wrong with the rules at this moment, why the bride didn't cover her head, and so on.

As for the fact that the bride is a man, there is nothing unusual about it.The name of Lou Xiaoke's wife is like thunder, and the Taoist priest ordered him to marry only a male wife. It's not a secret, most of them have heard of it.

Although Young Marshal Lou is domineering, he won't really go his own way regardless.

Mrs. Lou glanced over, and he let go of Li Jinyan. Li Jinyan immediately felt his breath clear, and secretly touched his lower back, it must be blue.

The person sent off by the Li family was entertained by the housekeeper of the Lou family, and the next step was the newcomer's visit.Lou Dashuai politely let Sima Jun take the right seat, and President Sima waved his hand quickly: "This is not acceptable, today is your son's marriage, I can't sit here!"

Marshal Lou just wanted to make a point. Seeing President Sima's resignation, he and Mrs. Lou sat on the top seat. President Sima and other ministers from other countries watched the ceremony from the sidelines. Seats, but it is still clear at a glance who is not against whom, and who is on the same side.

There are many Catholics and Christians among the ministers from various countries, and they didn't show much discomfort about the fact that Marshal Lou's wife is a man.

Sure enough, in the face of politics and interests, religious beliefs will also be thrown into the corners to make dust.

Lou Xiao and Li Jinyan walked into the main hall, kowtowed in front of Marshal Lou and Mrs. Lou, and the ceremony officer sang congratulations loudly.

After paying homage to heaven and earth, a banquet will naturally be held. Today, the Marshal's Mansion invited all the chefs from several big restaurants in Guanbei City, and opened hundreds of tables. There is still no room for them, so they simply put them in the yard and opened another one. seats.

Behind Lou Xiao was a string of adjutants, all of whom were in charge of blocking the wine for the young marshal. Li Jinyan was not sent back to the new house directly, but first toasted with Lou Xiao, and after the main tables were toasted, he was pulled by Mrs. Eighth aunt, the wife of this minister and the wife of the bureau chief.

Li Jinyan's face almost froze with laughter.

Several foreign envoys also came empty-handed. The wedding gifts they gave to Young Marshal Lou and his wife were very special, all of them were guns.

Li Jinyan looked at the box held up by the servants of Lou's family, three black lines slid down his forehead, is he too village?What do these people think about sending guns at weddings?

Lou Xiao was still unsmiling, but when he met the German envoy, he rarely showed a little familiarity.Young Marshal Lou's five years in the Empire-Military Academy was not for nothing.It is no secret that Marshal von Schlieffen looked at an oriental man differently in the German high society and the army. Even Marshal Hindenburg was very optimistic about Lou Xiao. Kaiser Wilhelm II once wanted to summon him, but Lou Xiao Back home by then.

Hux Shaoshen had served in the army and was very well informed. Coupled with the telegram sent back from China, he naturally showed just the right enthusiasm for Lou Xiao when he thought of what he was going to do next.

Li Jinyan was next to Lou Xiao, and he didn't feel anything when he saw the young commander-in-chief talking to the German minister in fluent German. Later, when he heard English, French, and even Italian in his mouth, Li Jinyan couldn't hide the surprise on his face. Living.When he was in front of the Russian minister, Young Marshal Lou suddenly stopped talking. Obviously, Marshal Lou's attitude towards Lao Maozi also directly affected Young Marshal Lou.Kusowitz's face was a little ugly, but compared to Honda Kumataro, his treatment was pretty good, at least Marshal Lou nodded to him, as for the Japanese who was not taller than Marshal Lou's shoulders , was directly ignored by the young commander as air.

Li Jinyan couldn't help but want to laugh, Lou Xiao looked down at him, and suddenly pinched his ear: "Laugh if you want to."

"what?"

"It's really funny."

"..."

Li Sanshao obviously couldn't keep up with the thinking speed of the young marshal upstairs.After thinking about it, he couldn't help but raise his brows. This young handsome man seems to be different from what he thought before. Why do you think this person is a bit sluggish?

Most of the people present were warriors, and when the wine was hot, they became more and more unscrupulous.Mrs. Lou knew that it was not easy for Lou Xiao to be able to cope up to now, so she found an excuse and asked Lou Xiao to take Li Jinyan down to rest.

"Your father's brothers, it's not safe to fight, don't mess around with them." Mrs. Lou instructed Young Marshal Lou twice, then turned to look at Li Jinyan: "Good boy, are you tired today?"

Li Jinyan's face was a little red. He thought he could drink well, but he was still incomparable with this group of army ruffians, and he couldn't stand the crowd. This uncle and that uncle's head felt a little dizzy after one round.

"Ma'am, I'm fine."

Mrs. Lou smiled, "You still call me Madam? They are all from my family. Shouldn't this be changed?"

Li Jinyan opened his mouth, but finally called out: "Mother."

"Hey!" Mrs. Lou smiled happily. Because she was so happy, she couldn't help drinking two more glasses just now. She was a little dizzy now that she was drinking, so she ordered the girl to send Lou Xiao and Li Jinyan to rest. The tall army ruffian clamored to make trouble in the bridal chamber, and immediately raised his eyebrows: "Whoever dares to make trouble in my son's bridal chamber, I will ask the commander to deduct his army's salary for a year!"

As soon as these words came out, the few people who made the most noise slid directly from their chairs to the floor, not daring to speak.

Ma'am, mighty!

Lou Xiao strode forward, dragging Li Jinyan's arm all the way into the new house.

The red characters for happiness were pasted on the wall, the red bed curtains were hanging down, and the quilt was embroidered with patterns of mandarin ducks playing in the water.The arm-thick dragon and phoenix red candles were burning, and there were more than a dozen plates of nuts and pastries on the table. Li Jinyan moved his eyes to the bed, and couldn't help but think of what he had seen in TV dramas. Maybe this bed was sprinkled with osmanthus and lotus seeds. Something like red dates, right?Two men give birth to a son early?That would be a joke.

and many more!

Li Jinyan suddenly realized a very serious problem, and looked up at Lou Xiao. Young Marshal Lou expressionlessly unbuttoned the two buttons of his military uniform jacket, revealing his white shirt collar and protruding Adam's apple.

There was still no expression on his face, but those eyes were so black that they shone brightly.

Li Jinyan's heart was beating a bit, and he couldn't help but take a step back. This matter seems to be a bit bad...