Xie Ming

All the cabinet members were present, and the northern and southern parties were all in front of the government office.

On this side, the two elders, Li Shichun and Lin Zengzhi, came over to tease us out of reminiscing about their old friend.

On the other side, Qiu Weizheng, with Ma Shiying and Gao Hongtu as his followers, also came to win over the enemy.

Moreover, Qiu Ge's leader is an experienced and cunning man. He once said that Xiao Langlu rescued Shen Hongpan and that it was a match made in heaven. He had a sharp eye and was secretly pointing out that Xiao was plotting something good. He intended to contact the Shen family in Yangzhou, hoping to use this opportunity to establish a relationship with the emperor.

On the surface, they praise his good fortune and say that he is blessed by heaven, but in reality, there is a certain amount of irony in the words.

At the same time, he thought about it and compared it with himself, and asked a famous matchmaker to mediate.

These words, when spoken to Li and Lin, were even more straightforward, as they were intended to force Xiao Lang to join the Southern School.

Xiao Yi thought he was no match for this cunning plan, and could not think of any clever way to counter it in the short term.

There is nothing you can do but pretend you don't understand and try to muddle through.

"Hahaha"

"It is all thanks to Elder Qiu's matchmaking that I am able to have such a blessing!"

"You are the one who recommended me to you for marriage. I cannot thank you enough."

"Wait a minute, you will be seated at the table. I should offer you a couple of glasses to show my gratitude!"

After he finished speaking, Xiao bowed deeply with a humble attitude.

With such an agreement, I thought that Qiu Weizheng would have no reason to complain in front of the mansion at this moment.

"Ouch, ouch, get up, get up."

"Mr. Xiao is the master of the house today. Seeing such a happy event for the Duke, I am already very satisfied. There is no need to talk about thanking or not."

"Hoo Hoo Hoo"

"I am an old man now. Before I am buried, I can still be your matchmaker. I am honored to do so!"

"Besides, I and the Shen family have been friends for many years."

"It's a close relationship, so don't be strangers in the future. After all, we are all family, huh?!"

Qiu Weizheng went a step further in his words, fearing that he might force Xiao to join the gang.

Such sharp words were hard for Xiao to bear for a moment.

Looking at the two elders, Li and Lin, standing beside them, it was obviously even more awkward.

Without waiting for Xiao to feel embarrassed, he had nothing to say in reply. Li Shichun, who had a bad temper, could not stand it and took the initiative to attack and refute him.

"Humph!"

"Mr. Qiu has good intentions!"

"Even if I want to win over Xiao Langjun, you can't force him like this, right?!"

"Recently, Mr. Ni and Xianzhi (Shi Kefa, courtesy name Xianzhi) have been negotiating peace with the north, which has established the situation in the world and has also allowed the court to finally breathe a sigh of relief."

"That's what a loyal minister should do."

"If you ask me, even though the Emperor is still young, his eyesight when it comes to judging people is really terrible!"

“Who can be used and who can be relied on?”

"Oh, who is it again? He is just sitting there doing nothing but trying to smooth things over. Your Majesty knows it clearly!"

"Cliques and factions, ganging up on those who are different, are the source of disaster and chaos!"

"It is harmful to the country and not beneficial."

"Mr. Xiao, you have to weigh the rights and wrongs here carefully!"

"Don't be tricked by others without realizing it, or you will regret it later."

Li Shichun's words seem to be a case of him taking advantage of the power of another.

Although it is said that it is for the purpose of refutation, the frank and offensive words are too aggressive and violent, which is very inappropriate and will not end well.

Look, Qiu Weizheng had a resentful look in his eyes and remained silent for a moment. However, Ma Shiying behind him was so angry that he hurriedly stepped forward to curse and quarrel with him.

"You! Li Erhe, you bastard."

"You" Ma Shiying raised his arm and pointed a finger at him, and was about to resist.

Unexpectedly, Qiu Weizheng did not condone it as usual, but hurriedly stepped in to stop it.

"Okay, okay." "Mr. Ni, Xianzhi's move to the north to negotiate peace is a major national event."

"They are both brave and resourceful, and have made great contributions to the court. I admire them very much and am very pleased."

"But, why didn't you go, Minister Li?"

"Haha, showing off your verbal skills and taking advantage of others' prestige is hardly what a gentleman does."

"Let's get back to the topic. Today is the wedding day of Lord Jingguo Xiao."

"Everyone knows that General Xiao was originally in charge of the battle."

"Since ancient times, scholars died for remonstrance and warriors died for battle. This way, the country can be protected. There is no need to talk about other idle talk."

"But what exactly do you want to do by showing off at someone else's door?!"

"Minister Li, in the past, you and I had many disagreements on politics, so it's okay to talk about it."

"But, at this moment, in front of Mr. Xiao, it's okay if your words are directed at me."

"If you tease the groom, it would be inappropriate, wouldn't it?"

Who is Qiu Weizheng? He is so worldly-wise and calculating, how could he be willing to be defeated by a man like Li Shichun?
Then he uttered a bunch of cunning words, retreated to advance, and actually took the initiative, killing Li Sizhi's army so badly that it was completely routed.

"you!"

"Master Qiu, stop confusing people and slandering them!"

"It's true that Princess Jingguo is fighting, but I, Li Shichun, have no intention of tearing him apart at this moment!"

Got it!
Once these words are spoken, it becomes clear that this is a case of trying to cover up one's own guilt!

In the end, he was embarrassed by Xiao Jingchuan next to him and couldn't escape, and was actually scolded by others.

But Li Shichun was not convinced by the tone of the words, and seeing the situation, he was so speechless that he wanted to say more to clarify right and wrong.

Lin Zengzhi, who was standing behind him, saw that the situation was not good, and also realized that Li Shichun in front of him was actually a fool and a stupid man, and was not worthy of being killed by his opponent.

So, I had no choice but to take the initiative to get involved, hoping to say a few words to help make the matter less serious.

"Hi"

"Oh, okay, okay."

"We are all colleagues, serving in the same court. Why do we have to be so hostile?!"

"Besides, it's not nice to be in front of the Duke's Mansion with so many people coming and going."

"Everyone, we are here to congratulate you on your new happiness."

"What are you doing standing here?"

"I think so. Let's go in first, sit down and talk slowly."

"It also saves Mr. Xiao from having to accompany the Marquis. If we delay the auspicious time later, it will be our fault!"

Lin Zengzhi mediated and reconciled the situation.

What he said made sense on the part of the host, and everyone listened, unable to argue any further.

Therefore, it was in this way that the bigwigs of the two factions, after competing with each other, were finally willing to move into the mansion.

"Hehe, everyone please move into the mansion first. I will accompany you later!"

"various"

But, just when Xiao Jue could finally breathe a sigh of relief.

Ma Shiying, who was originally following obliquely, suddenly paused and stood at the end. While waiting for others to move, he took advantage of the opportunity and approached Xiao Lang.

"Haha, Duke Jingguo!" Ma bowed and said.

Judging from the situation, there is actually more to come.

Although Xiao was impatient, he was the host after all, so he had to greet him with a smile out of courtesy.

So he quickly gathered himself together and went to accompany the greeting.

"Oh?"

"Minister Ma, is there anything else you can't do?!"

(End of this chapter)