Xie Ming

The Northern and Southern parties gathered in front of the gate, fighting and debating fiercely in the city.

With great difficulty, thanks to the mediation of Lin Zengzhi, both sides temporarily withdrew their troops and planned to move into the palace.

However, Ma Shiying, who had just been defeated, took advantage of the opportunity and stepped in front of Xiao Jingchuan, as if he still had something to say.

There was no other way, so Xiao Nai calmed down and returned the greeting to ask again.

"Oh?"

"Minister Ma, is there anything else you can teach me?" Xiao asked.

Hearing this, Ma Shiying spoke with a half-gloomy face and a forced smile.

"Oh, it's nothing serious."

"It's all because of my incompetence."

"Not long ago, the Ministry of Industry was to blame for the incident at the Zhenjiang River Administration Office. It was indeed responsible."

"Duke Jingguo was sent by the Emperor to relieve the floods and epidemics in Changzhou and Danyang."

"It can be considered as helping us."

"I should say thank you." Ma said Yin Yang.

"only"

"Haha, Mr. Xiao, you and I are officials in the same court, so we should share what we have with each other."

"From now on, if anyone below you is not careful in this kind of incident, you can just tell me directly."

"Why do we have to report this to the higher-ups?!"

"Since Mr. Qiu thinks highly of me, we can all be considered as one family from now on."

"Be one with the light and dust. Ah, haha, Ma, that's enough!"

After saying this, Ma Shiying did not even give Xiao a chance to defend himself. He bowed, turned around and walked away, chasing after those people and entering the mansion.

Xiao Lang was left alone, feeling messy, depressed and angry.

There are some big Buddha statues, which are really hard to deal with.
As night falls in Jinling, the buildings are brightly lit.

The area in front of the Duke's Mansion is as red as brocade, and the colorful red candles reflect the spirit.

By the time I got over this matter, two quarters of an hour had passed in a flash and it was already around You time (after 5 p.m.).

The front of the Duke's Mansion was still bustling with visitors.

Now, Changting returns to Xiao Lang's side.

Some officials from various departments in the city, especially the gentry who had never met him before, also came to visit with gifts.

For a while, Xiao was busy supporting the team and was exhausted.

Suddenly!

Da da da da
There was the sound of horseshoes coming from the alley not far away.

After hearing what they heard, Xiao and Gu both turned their heads to look for him.

I saw two riders galloping towards me side by side. When I looked closer, I saw that they were Liu Wenbing and Gong Yonggu. Who else could they be?
"Ha ha ha ha."

"Hahaha"

"Xiao Langjun, congratulations to you!"

"Congratulations, congratulations!"

They reined in their horses and stopped, then bowed their heads. Marquis Liu and Prince Consort Gong immediately clasped their fists in salute.

Hearing this, Xiao also smiled and hurried forward.

"Hahaha, Lord Liu, Prince Consort Gong!"

"Why did you two arrive only now?!"

"I thought you had forgotten about this matter, huh? Hahahaha"

Xiao Yan teased, and suddenly said this to gain the upper hand.

"Hey!"

"Hahaha, I'm telling you, Mr. Xiao, you're really sharp-tongued today!"

"Now, you are the Duke, and you are the sister-in-law of the Emperor. You are rising to prominence!"

"How dare we two neglect your business?"

As he spoke, Gong Yonggu dismounted from his horse, followed by Liu Wenbing, and the two chariots approached Xiao Qian.

"Hey, Qiyun (Liu Wenbing, courtesy name Qiyun), look at these people inside and outside the door!"

"He, Xiao Lang, is very rich now."

"The emphasis in your speech has changed. If it goes on for another month, you're going to start yelling at us if you see us! Huh?!"

Gong Yonggu was not merciful with his words and took the initiative back.

It seemed that Xiao Shishi surrendered and begged for mercy, admitting defeat.

"Haha, I dare not!"

"I am convinced. Is it not enough to be convinced?"

"You two are so honored to take the time to come."

"My humble abode is blessed with happiness and glory. I am so lucky!"

"The mansion has prepared a little wine. I hope you two won't despise it. Let's celebrate together and drink to our heart's content!" Xiao pretended to change his attitude and acted like a grandson.

"Hahaha, look, it's still Xiao Lang who is capable and knows how to behave!"

"I came up with this phrase much faster than your brain can."

Liu Wenbing continued to joke, and the atmosphere became more harmonious and warm.

While they were talking, Gong Yonggu did not stand there stupidly, but walked closer. Perhaps he suddenly thought of something, turned around, took a few big steps back to the front of the horse, and pulled out something.

When Xiao and Liu were laughing, he took advantage of the situation and quickly stretched out the object in his hand in front of Xiao Zhi.

Canglanglang, the sword comes out——

chap!
Another sound of the knife being sheathed.

After seeing it like this, it was clear without a second glance that Gong Erlangzi was holding a good sword!
"Here!"

"This Seven-Star Sword is yours!"

"Consider it all as a gift of congratulations!"

After saying that, he shook his hand and threw the sword to Xiao Chu.

Xiao Jingchuan hurriedly caught it and looked at it carefully.

"hiss--"

"This, this knife"

Just as Xiao Wei was stunned, Liu Wenbing, who was standing beside him, added to the story.

"Haha, Mr. Xiao, this knife is not just good-looking."

"It is a family heirloom of his Gong family."

"Gong Erlangzi is willing to give this item as a gift. This time, he has spent a lot of money!"

"It shows your sincerity!"

After hearing what Lord Liu said, Xiao Yuan was even more stunned.

"Oh?"

"Oh my, Brother Gong treats me so well, my little brother... this makes me..." Xiao Yu hesitated.

"Hey! All right, all right."

"Don't listen to what Liu Da said, this knife is really inherited from my ancestors."

"But how does the saying go?"

"A sword for a hero! Huh? Hahahaha"

"Just take it as a play."

"It's a pity to use it to chop people, but it's still pretty impressive to hang it on your body in the street and pretend to be handsome!"

"Hahaha"

Although Gong Yonggu's philosophy is different and they are not of the same kind, he is a straightforward person, which Xiao still likes.

We have never had a close friendship, and I feel quite regretful about that.

Today, on my wedding day, he actually brought some heirlooms to congratulate me, which clearly shows some genuine love between heroes.

Xiao appreciated the kindness, but couldn't express it out loud, so he quickly clasped his fists and bowed to express his sincere gratitude.

"Hey, I said, I gave all my things away, where's yours?"

"I didn't see you bringing anything with you. How come you didn't come empty-handed?"

"This is too rude!"

Xiao Xie was sincere, but after all, it was a matter between men, and Gong Yonggu didn't want to appear too pretentious, so he quickly changed the subject to Lord Liu and started to blame him.

"Huh? Why is it coming towards me?"

"Haha, I'm not as generous as you. I sent someone to deliver a set of armor this afternoon."

"How can I compete with you for such a small gift?!"

"It's just a way of expressing congratulations."

"Mr. Xiao, you can't be disdainful and favor one over the other in the future! Ah? Hehehe." Lord Liu thought cunningly.

Hearing this, Xiao Ben was speechless, thinking that the question was just a polite one, but Gong came to interrupt him.

"Definitely!"

"You are so cunning that you didn't even tell me about this. You must be playing tricks on me." Gong Zuo spoke up.

Moreover, at this moment, with his words, Xiao Lang's subsequent intention became easier to understand.

"Hehehe"

"What Lord Liu said is quite unorthodox."

"You two have already given me, Xiao Jingchuan, enough face by coming here tonight."

"It's just that armor, Lord Liu, to be honest, it does seem a bit excessive."

"But I appreciate your kindness, Xiao!"

(End of this chapter)