The Pei family has already learned about the upcoming arrival of King Wei and his wife, and Yang Ji has also sent someone to notify them in advance to prevent the Pei family from waiting too long; this is a necessary process for formal exchanges, and before exchanging visits with envoys from the two countries, Delivering credentials is similar. It's a bit complicated, but in the Sui Dynasty, it was the most basic respect for the master and oneself. If it were a familiar relative or friend, or if Pei Ju had not sent a formal invitation, this would naturally be unnecessary.
Pei Mansion is located in the northeast of Yongxing Fang. When Pei Ju learned that Yang Ji drove into the gate of the Fang, he led his family and clan members out to wait.
"Alang, King Wei is here." The steward ran towards the gate from a distance and loudly reported to Pei Ju from a distance.
Everyone greeted the crowd and saw a carriage approaching with twenty guards escorting it. Soon it stopped in the middle of the square. Two servants of the Pei Mansion quickly lifted a stepladder and placed it in front of the car door.
A guard got off his horse and stepped forward to knock on the door. The door suddenly opened from the inside. Yang Ji got out of the carriage, and when Qiu Shui and Qiu Yue helped Xiao Ying, who was dressed in fine clothes, the couple walked slowly side by side towards the steps.
Yang Ji was wearing a purple robe and a purple gold crown, looking well-dressed and unparalleled in beauty; Xiao Ying was wearing a goose yellow narrow-sleeved short jacket and an aqua skirt. The gentle swaying adds a touch of elegance to the dignified, smart, delicate and charming figure; when the two of them walk together, they look like a beautiful picture.
Pei Ju and Mrs. Pei came forward with their families. The couple first bowed deeply and said, "Welcome King Wei and Princess Wei to your humble home."
"The younger couple are so rude, they kept Mr. Pei and Mrs. Pei waiting for a long time!" Yang Ji and Xiao Ying also returned the favor.
While saluting, Yang Ji also took the opportunity to look at Pei Ju and his wife. Needless to say, Pei Ju's appearance and demeanor, Mrs. Pei also comes from a famous family. Although she is middle-aged, she does not look old at all. Instead, she has a mature and elegant charm. When the husband and wife stand together, they are a perfect match. They complemented each other perfectly. When they were young, they were obviously a couple of gods and goddesses that envied others.
"The arrival of the virtuous couple is a great honor for the Pei family. Not to mention the long wait, even the long wait is worth it." Pei Ju said with a smile. He saw that Yang Ji and his wife were only wearing luxurious ordinary clothes instead of royal robes. , knowing that they were visiting as ordinary people, which was consistent with the "family banquet" held by the Pei Mansion, and they began to speak much more casually.
At this time, Yang Ji looked at the more than ten young children of the Pei family behind Pei Ju. Most of them were gentle people. Only one young man about fourteen or fifteen years old was unusually brave. He looked at him with a look in his eyes. A stunning light.
"These are all the children of my Pei family. Some are my contemporaries, and some are my nephews." Pei Ju introduced Yang Ji with a smile: "This is my younger brother Pei Shiqing, who is currently Wenlin Lang and works in the Ministry of Secretary."
Pei Shiqing is a civil servant in his twenties. He is polite and elegant, giving people the impression that "a stranger is like jade, and a young man is like no other." He stepped forward and bowed deeply: "Welcome King Wei and Princess Wei to the Pei family." Be a guest.”
"Excuse me." Yang Ji returned the salute with clasped fists, and Xiao Ying also saluted.
Pei Ju pointed at the heroic young man and said with a smile: "His name is Pei Xingyan. He is only fourteen years old this year. He is a rare young warrior in our Pei family. His father, Pei Renji, serves as a cavalry officer in the Han Dynasty and a member of the military in the same capacity."
It turns out to be the "enemy of ten thousand people" Pei Xingyan. This is not just a rare young warrior in the Pei family, but a rare young warrior and warrior in a century. There are legends about him in the novel.
Pei Xingyan stepped forward and saluted, and said with reverence: "In addition to his military exploits, King Wei is also unparalleled in cavalry, archery and weapons. He is the number one among the younger generation. If King Wei is free, can you give me some advice?"
Yang Ji shook his head and said: "In the Sui Dynasty, there were outstanding people, hidden dragons and crouching tigers. What does my meager skill count for? The so-called unparalleled in the world is just a rumor passed down by people. Don't believe it. My strength is actually good luck. A good tire.”
Everyone laughed, and Pei Ju laughed and said: "King Wei is too modest, but as a general, he should learn more about King Wei's strategizing skills instead of the courage of an ordinary man."
After Pei Ju finished speaking, he introduced them one by one. Seeing that Yang Ji and his wife were all equipped with guards and maids, he quickly ordered the housekeeper to lead them into the house through the side door.
Their family led Yang Ji and his wife into the mansion through the large main entrance.
Yang Ji and Xiao Ying followed Pei Ju and his wife and walked in front. When they walked around the screen wall, their eyes suddenly opened up. In the front yard, there were pavilions, rockeries, lotus ponds, and precious green trees. Even though it was midsummer, they did not feel the heat. Entering it will make you feel relieved from the heat.
Pei Ju said with a half-serious smile: "If King Wei doesn't come again, I'm going to rob him."
After saying that, he still stared at Yang Ji with feigned anger, and even rolled up his sleeves. It seemed that if Yang Ji came up again, he would forcefully go to the palace to drag people away.
Yang Ji cupped his hands to accompany him as a gift: "When Mr. Pei and I first met with Hu Xi of Shu, we had a very happy conversation, and we had long wanted to come to ask for help. But people can't help themselves in officialdom, so please forgive me and give me a lot of help, Mr. Pei. Forgive me."
"What a man who can't help himself in the officialdom. I've heard King Wei say it for a long time. I finally saw it today." Pei Ju looked at it carefully and felt that this "people can't help themselves in the officialdom" refers to the busy schedule after becoming an official, but also can It is explained that the struggle in the officialdom is inescapable, which is really meaningful.
"Pei Gong should have said it out loud, I'm just being serious." Yang Ji chuckled and said, "Have you forgotten how I tricked Hu Xi of Shu?"
Pei Ju laughed loudly and raised his finger to praise: "If you trap those disasters one more time, I, the Sui Dynasty, will enjoy more blessings. Why not? It's a pity that I don't have this opportunity, otherwise it would be the same."
"Guild Pei has a chance." Yang Ji said with a smile.
"Thank you for your words!" Pei Ju cupped his hands and said back to the point: "I know King Wei doesn't want to make public, but you saved my daughter's life. Anyway, you have to come to this banquet, so I plan to toast you three glasses today. Three more drinks as a penalty."
"I accept this punishment. There is no need for a toast. After all, I am the one who has caused your wife to suffer." Yang Ji glanced at Pei Shuying subconsciously, and she happened to be secretly looking at him, with a pair of beautiful eyes full of joy. When her eyes met Yang Ji's, she looked away like a frightened deer in a panic, not daring to look at him.
With his shy and timid appearance, how could he have the same calm demeanor that he had when he was talking freely a few days ago? Yang Ji was very funny, thinking that she was at home, so he restrained his nature.
Pei Ju shook his head and said: "The cause is not important, the important thing is that you saved my daughter's life. Respect is due."
"That's okay!" Yang Ji didn't expect Pei Ju to think so. It seemed that the father and daughter both had the same temper.
Before the group walked into the main hall, Mrs. Pei warmly invited Xiao Ying to talk in the middle hall, while Yang Ji followed Pei Ju and the children of the Pei family into the main hall.
Pei Ju took great pains to entertain Yang Ji. If Yang Ji didn't come, he would have a headache, and he would also have a headache if he came.
Because Yang Ji was from a good background and had a high status, and it was his first time as a guest, in theory he should dine in the front hall, but there were only a few dozen people there. If he ate in the huge main hall, it would be so empty and deserted. Fortunately, it was a "family banquet", so it was changed to the small guest hall next to the main hall.
This problem was solved, but a new problem came again. The reason was that Yang Ji's achievements were comparable to those of important officials in the court, and no one had the nerve to rely on his seniority or seniority in front of him. In this regard, Pei The government should have called all the important people to accompany him, but since he was young, he would definitely feel very uncomfortable and awkward if he was facing a bunch of old guys. Therefore, Pei Ju selected all the outstanding young men and young couples from the Pei family to accompany them, and then the couple personally took charge, which gave Yang Ji and his wife enough face.
The layout of the guest room is very simple. On the front of the snow-white wall is a picture of strong pine trees and cranes fluttering their wings. There are calligraphy and paintings on both sides.
Nineteen double couches have been placed in the hall. There is a small door covered by a screen on the side and back wall. The overall layout is simple and elegant.
Pei Ju is the host, so he naturally sits on the first horizontal seat, and the first seat on the left is undoubtedly for Yang Ji and his wife. However, there was still about half an hour before the meal time, and Pei Ju did not directly invite Yang Ji to the table. Instead, he and Pei Shiqing invited him to go to the back hall through the back door to talk.
Yang Ji also knew that this time period was the key point, so he followed the brothers in casually.
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