After serving the mutton, it took a while before the stewed venison was served.
The venison has been pickled and is not very fresh, but various spices such as bay leaves and bay leaves are used, and a little dogwood and peppercorns are added to completely cover up the excess fishy smell. Only the rich meaty aroma stimulated by the spices, of course the taste
Seems a bit heavy.
Qin Liang knew why the mutton was served first. If his mouth and tongue were stimulated by the strong aroma of the stew first, and then tasted the plate of fresh roast mutton, he probably wouldn't be able to fully appreciate the taste again.
Then another bowl of pheasant soup was served. The soup was not only delicious, but also had a slight sweetness due to the red arrows and red dates. After eating two pieces of fragrant venison, drink the pheasant soup. If you eat it again, you can eat a peach.
The honey-pickled fruit has a unique flavor.
The guests at the banquet toasted each other while tasting the delicacies. Music was playing in the hall, and beauties and dancers added to the fun, which made people very happy.
Slim figures of green and green intertwined, and the elegant colors swayed between the dreamy rays of sunshine. The girls danced and sang sweet and moving songs along with the music.
When singing "Zhonggu Lezhi", the last word "Zhi" drags a melodious ending. The beauty leans forward, and the thin sleeves also stretch, echoing the ups and downs of the song. People seem to feel the emotion of longing.
Gradually it rises higher and then further and further away, as if seeing the beauty in a dream standing on a small boat, floating along the river into the white mist.
Company commander Shi Xunxu was also intoxicated. From time to time he raised his head and closed his eyes, listening carefully to the music. The inscriptions, music, instruments, rulers, and rhythms were all adjusted by Xunxu. He was obviously very satisfied with his results.
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You can tell that the pronunciation of the lyrics has been changed by Xun Xu. Xun Xu may no longer be able to verify the ancient pronunciation, but after cleverly changing the syllables and intonations, it does sound more harmonious and pleasant.
The pronunciation of the language at this time was more complex and rich, especially the tones. Many poems could be sung. When people wrote poems, they noticed the rhythm. Just look for a Qing Shang poem written by a Wei Dynasty person, such as the work of Emperor Wen Cao Pi
, there is no need to deliberately compose music to sing, just read it once, and it is actually the same as singing, with cadences and ups and downs, and it can already be similar to the tune of acting singing.
Of course, if you use this tune to sing the Book of Songs, or even Han Yuefu, there must be some problems. So after Xun Xu modified it, people can hear the exquisiteness of it.
Although Sun Li is about the same as Qin Liang, he may not be very expert in this kind of in-depth research; but even if he doesn't understand the rules and regulations of elegant music, he can at least hear that the pronunciation of the poems has been changed. Therefore, he may not realize it.
, do you think the food, color, and sound at today’s banquet are all very elegant?
After finishing the song, Sun Li picked up the wine and said, "I am flattered by the general's kindness."
Sure enough, as Qin Liang expected, the exquisiteness of the dishes and music can naturally make the guests feel the host's sincerity and enthusiasm.
Qin Liang said: "I hit it off with Gongtai back then, and I was favored by Gongtai, so I had long wanted to have a good chat over wine. Now that I have the opportunity, how dare I neglect it?"
Sun Li said politely, then looked around and said, "It's a pleasure to meet you all today." After that, everyone drank together.
The maid then came forward and filled Sun Li's glass of wine. Xun Xu, the chief minister, raised his glass and made a toast. Sun Li asked about the change of the music. The two complimented each other, and then drank to each other.
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Then Ma Mao also joined in, talking about the different accents in different places, and naturally toasted to Sun Li.
Sun Li probably understood that with so many people drinking with him, if he drank too much, he would have to get drunk; he began to talk to Ma Mao about what he had seen in the state of Wu to delay the pace.
Ma Mao seemed to have another role during the banquet, and could add some topics. Because there were relatively few people who knew the top officials of Wu State, this topic was indeed new and interesting.
This is the case at a banquet with a large number of people. You can basically only talk in general terms and are not suitable for in-depth exchanges. Many topics are inappropriate to talk about in public, and it is boring to talk in clichés all the time. However, Ma Mao's scenery and experiences can be discussed.
However, between the lively banquets, there are still opportunities for individual communication.
When the dancers continued to perform, people went to talk and drink alone with the people next to them. Sun Li got up and walked outside, and Qin Liang also walked out. At this time, the two started talking next to the railing.
Sun Li drank a little too much and his steps were a little unsteady. Qin Liang saw this and helped him. Sun Li held Qin Liang's hand and said with emotion: "Back then, I just treated Zhong Ming normally. I didn't want Zhong Ming to value justice.
, treat me as before, no change."
Qin Liang looked at Sun Li and said in a sincere tone: "Young Master and I are no strangers to each other. I will never forget this kindness."
Sun Li also glanced at Qin Liang: "I am already old, and I have often felt that I am unable to do what I want in recent years. I was going to retire, but I was rewarded so generously by Zhong Ming. I really deserve it, and it's not a lie."
Qin Liang shook his head gently and said: "Don't think so, Gongtai. It is entirely a favor from the court that Gongtai has served the country for many years. I am just saying a few words, the relationship is not
It's very big. Can An treat official business as a personal relationship in return and rely on his own merit?"
Although Sun Li was old, had spots on his face, and drank a lot, his eyes were not cloudy at all. He immediately looked at Qin Liang and said, "Oh, you are really..."
Qin Liang's face was also blushing from drinking, but he was always sober, and then he said: "The elders of the five dynasties in Gongtai are old and prestigious. They should uphold the authority of Her Royal Highness the Empress Dowager's edicts in the court, and don't let others think."
If it is unstable, the court will be in turmoil, and the officials and people will also suffer disaster."
Sun Li said: "This is a matter of duty, and it should be like this."
At this moment, several dancers in the hall came out. When they saw Qin Liang and Sun Li, they all knelt down and saluted, and then continued to walk down the steps. They did not go to rest, but went straight to the northeast along the path.
, and had to change the dancers in the female banquet hall so that the performances could be staggered.
...The ladies have already eaten in the banquet hall, because women don’t drink that much wine. However, several women have a bit of a face when they drink. Their gorgeous faces and rosy cheeks actually make people think.
The atmosphere may easily remind people of a blushing face.
Wang Lingjun was very satisfied with Mrs. Bai. He obviously found out that Mrs. Bai was very careful in cooking today. Because Lingjun often saw Mrs. Bai cooking in the Wang family residence, but he had never been so meticulous as today.
In addition, another guest, "Mrs. Zhang", also felt the importance from the elaborate dishes. She seemed to be in a good mood and did not hesitate to praise: "The mutton has an elegant taste without any unnecessary taste. The venison is full of aroma, which makes people's lips and teeth linger."
fragrant."
Mr. Bai said casually: "We still have to rely on good seasonings. The refined salt from the General's Mansion can't be used for any reason."
A little bit of bitterness and expensive and rare spices can make the venison hunted in Hanoi taste good."
Mrs. Zhang said: "Let you madams worry about it."
The women were sitting in the open hall chatting, but Bai didn't say much and seemed silent. Your Majesty was actually very kind to Bai, and he was worried that he was neglecting her, so he would sometimes say a few words to her specifically.
Mrs. Bai could actually feel Lingjun's kindness. The Wang family disliked Mrs. Bai, but Lingjun never did. They had done housework with her several times before. Mrs. Bai's lack of interest was indeed not because of Lingjun, but because of her heart.
Very messy!
Especially when I ate the game sent by my cousin just now, I felt even more mixed with emotions.
In the past, she thought that the Bai family had received many favors from the Sima family, but she would be ridiculed and reviled by the world because she lived an ignoble life and succumbed to her enemies. Especially her mother's family would definitely look down on her.
Unexpectedly, the Bai family actually didn't care about grudges and morals at all! When the rumor that Bai wanted to use a honey trap against Qin Liang reached the ears of his father and uncle, they became furious. The uncle had met Bai before and scolded her, for
She actually ignored the safety of the entire Bai family. She also said that the Sima family had been defeated. If she wanted to be buried, she could do it herself, so as not to involve too many people!
But it turns out that my father, uncles and aunts were not like this. They received a lot of benefits from the Sima family back then, and they were very considerate to Mr. Bai. Of course Mr. Bai understood that it was because he had brought benefits to the family, but he was his own family, so he would definitely not
Just because of the benefits!
However, she seems to have made a mistake. When she is ineffective and even drags down the family, in fact, even her own family will find it objectionable!
cousin
His thoughts were different. He heard rumors recently that he seemed to think there was an opportunity, so he came to Luoyang to test and find out if his cousin Bai could really seduce the general!
He had not paid any attention to Mr. Bai before, but he suddenly started to please him recently, and hinted in his words that Mr. Bai could switch to another family, try to please the general, and regain benefits for the family! Mrs. Bai mentioned Sima Lun, but her cousin said
They are from the Sima family, not the Bai family, so don't care too much.
The cousin has been complaining, talking about the Hanoi County Magistrate, all the famous families have robbed the Bai family of their land, houses and property, and now the family has nothing! He wanted to help his cousin, but he couldn't come up with the property, so he just
I can go hunting in the mountains and barely bring some meat and furs.
Things like this make Bai, who has lived for more than 20 years, wonder if she is wrong! She is even a little confused now. What kind of thing is a shame and what should be done rightly?
Qin Liang came to the kitchen in the morning and used blowfish to hint at her danger.
Mrs. Bai suddenly remembered that she should be resentful of the Wang family and the Qin family, but now she was preparing meals carefully to repay the kindness of Lingjun and his wife. Therefore, she felt very ashamed and remorseful at that time! But thinking of the words that the Bai family had given her, especially the old father who had raised her,
It was the same attitude, and she was very confused and entangled.
The pain and helplessness in her heart made her feel that living was suffering; but she was inexplicably afraid of death, and no one would appreciate her or feel sad for her after she died, so she didn't know what to do.
At this moment, Mrs. Bai could only suppress the feelings in her heart, and seemed to listen to people's chat. Sometimes she would try her best to smile so as not to spoil the fun. But her words were true.