After looking at his son who was concentrating on holding his knees with both hands and not caring much about life, Sun Tucai smiled and said: "Hutou was born when I was fighting chaos in Jiangnan and winning successively, so I chose the word "Sweet". This is a commemoration, and secondly, Jie also means quickness and health, and it is also our best wishes for our children."
"Sun Jie..." Ya'er read the name twice and nodded vigorously in agreement: "The tiger head will be called Sun Jie from now on. I only hope that he can be like his father and be a good man who stands upright and upright."
Hu Rong smiled and said: "I thought you would name him Sun Hu, third brother..."
"How can it be so casual? Your nickname doesn't matter, your big name must be loud and meaningful." Ya'er immediately glanced at her sisters with feigned anger, then rolled her eyes again and said, "Why don't you wait? Sister Rong, after you have your son, will you call him this name?"
"That can't be done, how can two brothers' names collide..." Hu Rong immediately shook his head and objected, and then realized that Ya'er was making fun of herself, which made her pretty face blush involuntarily, and then the three of them They looked at each other and laughed. Sun Jie, who was somewhat ignorant, giggled when he saw his father and mother-in-law suddenly burst into laughter. He seemed to think this was quite fun.
While his family was enjoying such peaceful family happiness, the steward of the inner house came to the door cautiously: "Master Marquis, there is an official from the Di family asking for an audience. I wonder if the Marquis wants to see him?"
"An official of the Di family?" Sun Tu muttered, then glanced at Ya'er, who nodded, thinking that it must be his newly recognized brother from his mother's family. After just thinking for a moment, Sun Tu stood up and said, "Since we are members of our own family, we always want to see each other. Please invite me to the side hall for tea first. I will change my clothes and go over." Living in the back house, Sun Tu I dress casually, but when foreign guests arrive, I naturally have to dress more formally.
"Third brother, should I go?" Ya'er asked with some concern, but Sun Tu waved his hand in denial: "You'd better stay behind. Since he asked to see me by name, he didn't come as a brother. , If you really want to say something, it won't be too late to come forward." This was the first guest he came to after returning to Bianjing, so he naturally had to deal with it easily.
After a meal, Sun Tu finally saw this visitor in the side hall of the front yard. He was a tall man in his thirties, with a somewhat cynical face. He was sitting there with his back straight. From his upright appearance, it can be inferred that this person is also a member of the military. He has already developed a habit of standing as loosely as a loose stool and sitting as if like a bell.
After seeing Sun Tu arriving, he did not dare to neglect, and quickly stood up and clasped his fists: "Di Yingyang, a humble official, has seen the Marquis of Yue." It was considered a courtesy. When Sun Tu saw this, he hurriedly made a few fists. She supported him and prevented him from actually giving the gift: "Brother Ninth, there is no need to be so polite. They are all members of our own family."
Di Yingyang was not a person who really followed the rules. When he saw this, he followed the trend and smiled at the same time: "It seems that the Marquis already knows the life experience of sister Ya'er?"
"Yeah, I really didn't expect that my Ya'er would have such a bizarre life experience. The kidnappers in this world are really hateful. How many people have suffered the pain of separation because of them." Sun Tu sighed, and then Inviting someone to sit down at the guest seat, he followed suit and sat casually at the head seat.
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When Di Yingyang said this, he was also observing his brother-in-law who had suddenly arrived. Seeing his free and casual style and the majesty in his movements made him feel a little pressure. This Sun Tuyuan is more powerful than they thought.
However, he had also seen many big scenes, and he quickly calmed down and said with a smile: "Fortunately, my little sister is very lucky. Although she suffered a lot in the early years after being separated from us, she finally got married because of it." You have a good husband."
"Brother Ninth is serious. If you really want to say it, this should be my Sun Tu's good luck. If it weren't for those kidnappers, how would I have found a good match like Ya'er?" Sun Tu said with some emotion. He briefly talked about all the things he had experienced with Ya'er, and his words were full of love for Ya'er.
Although Di Yingyang did not come today to test the sincerity of Sun Tu, his brother-in-law, towards his sister, after hearing this story, his heart was still full of joy, and his attitude towards Sun Tu became closer: "You can get along? It has been fate for many years, and now they are husband and wife, and they are so loving, which is even more enviable to others. In fact, in my opinion, as long as my little sister can live a stable life, it is enough to have a husband who loves me. Now, Lord Marquis, you are enough to make everyone in my Di family grateful."
"Brother Ninth, you are serious again. Since Ya'er is my wife, I should treat her well and never let her suffer any injustice. As for being grateful, let alone mention it. But Brother Ninth, you guys helped me before. I, you know, I'm grateful."
"Haha, it's just that my little sister misses her husband, and I happen to have some connections with her at Guanyi. It's just a simple matter."
"That's not what I'm referring to. It's that when we entered the city, someone publicized our origins and merits to the people at the city gate." Sun Tu said, his eyes staring at Di Yingyang with a half-smile, making his eyes There is nowhere to escape.
Di Yingyang was stunned for a moment, then shook his head with a smile and said: "Master Hou has really good eyesight, can't he hide such a small thing from you? Yes, it was a coincidence at that time, I happened to be patrolling there, so I Let the city gate guards, who are friends there, send the message inside first, and it is nothing more than a simple effort."
"Brother Ninth, since we are members of our own family, there is no need to call me Marquis or anything like that. Just call me Sanlang." After Sun Tu got the answer he wanted, his attitude became even closer and he took the initiative to ask for a change of title. After the other party nodded, he smiled again and said: "It seems that Ninth Brother is really well-connected. You have friends everywhere, and these two things are said to be easy, but in fact they have helped me a lot. .”
Di Yingyang had completely relaxed at this time, and smiled somewhat complacently after hearing this: "I don't have any other abilities, but I am easy to make friends. In addition, my Di family is somewhat thin-faced in the military, so I still There are some brothers who can be of use."
Sun Tu nodded understandingly. Although both Di Qing and Di Yong have passed away for a long time, their shadows are still there. Their subordinates and trusted subordinates will naturally take care of them in recognition of the past. , In addition, several sons of the Di family are now serving in the Forbidden Army, and their status is not low. As long as you let your hands and feet go freely, it is naturally not difficult to make friends. And it seems that this Di Yingyang is a brother who can be called a brother.
The master who got along quickly.
"I heard that Ninth Brother, you are also on duty in the Forbidden Army?" After chatting for a few more words, Sun Tu finally brought the topic down to business. He believed that the other party did not come here today simply to recognize a relative.
Di Yingyang nodded: "I'm ashamed to say that I have been in the Forbidden Army for more than ten years. Now I am just a small battalion commander in the Tianwu Army. I can't compare to you, Sanlang. I only have a few years. He has already served as a high-ranking official before entering the palace, and he has become my immediate superior."
If his words were put elsewhere, they would actually be a bit boastful. Today, the Tianwu Army, as the Imperial Guards, is an extremely important guard for the emperor, and as the commander of the army, his status is extremely high. He may even be under Zhao Ji. I have a name in my heart, and once it is really released, it will quickly become a jurisdiction or even higher within a few years. Of course, if this is compared with the current Sun Tu, after all, it is still far behind. After all, his official position among military generals is coming to an end. The next step is to join the Privy Council as Deputy Privy Envoy, which is the same status as Di Qing back then. .
Sun Tu chuckled and said modestly: "This is just a chance meeting and His Majesty's appreciation. If Ninth Brother, you were sent to Jiangnan, you might have made greater contributions than me."
"Stop praising me. I still know very well how much I have. To be able to command a position in the Forbidden Army is the limit of what I can do. Beyond that, let alone lead an army to quell the rebellion of hundreds of thousands in the south of the Yangtze River. , even if I go to defend a place, I may not be able to do it." Di Yingyang is a frank person, and he is not afraid that Sun Tu will underestimate him, so he will admit defeat with a smile.
Sun Tu already somewhat understood why the other party was able to make so many friends in Beijing. With his temperament, it was hard not to fall in love with him. He was a self-aware person who was also enthusiastic and sincere.
After a pause, Di Yingyang looked serious again and said: "But there is one thing that you may not know, Saburo. Things in the Forbidden Army are very different from those outside. I want to make those who have higher eyesight The officers and soldiers of the Forbidden Army must bear in mind that it is impossible to rely only on past merits. Even real military exploits may not be taken seriously by those many guys whose ancestors have made illustrious military exploits for our Song Dynasty. Especially when a general has no He was suddenly promoted to a high-ranking official in the military without any basic circumstances, and because of this, some people were forced to give up their positions. When some people's hopes failed, even more people were unwilling to accept it."
Sun Tu's heart moved, and he finally understood the real purpose of Di Yingyang's sudden visit today. It was to get to know him, and more importantly, to give him a warning. Obviously, many people in the Forbidden Army are now very hostile to him. After all, he has cut off their promotion opportunities. In addition, there is Gao Qiu behind the scenes, fueling the flames or planning everything, so once he really takes up the post, he is bound to encounter a lot of trouble.
After understanding this, Sun Tu nodded gratefully to Di Yingyang: "I saved it, thank you Brother Ninth for reminding me, but the Forbidden Army is still an army in the end, and you can't escape the rule of respecting the strong no matter what."
Seeing his confident look, Di Yingyang laughed again: "Of course, and it is said that the new season of the military competition is about to start again, maybe you, Sanlang, will really have a chance to show your face. "At this time, his nature of enjoying watching the fun was finally exposed.