In the guest room of the Taoist temple, Guo Shao sat on a chair and sighed, wiping the sweat off his forehead with his sleeve. Fu Jinzhan stood in front of him, using her fingers to push away the wet black hair that was stuck to the corners of her mouth, and gathered them up on top of her head and put on a fu head. Her collar was open, her bra was messy, and her round shoulders were covered with sweat and shone white. Seeing that Guo Shao was still staring at her, she silently pulled up her collar and tied her belt.
Jinzhan, please pretend to be the second sister and come home with me, Guo Shao couldn't help but suggest.
Fu Jinzhan was bending down to pull down the trousers that were curled up at the ankles under her robe. She blushed and shook her head and said, "We will be discovered. Those people who serve my second sister in your family can't tell who is who."
Guo Shao did not force it, thinking that he would definitely be discovered. The attendant Yuqing grew up with the second sister, so he would definitely be able to tell it right away. Even the two concubines in the family often stayed with the second sister, so it was easy to tell them apart.
Fu Jinzhan said softly: It’s getting late, you have to take me back to the palace later.
In the palace, Fu Ermei was clinging to Jinzhan that day and didn't know what to say. She didn't go home and stayed in the palace. This didn't affect Guo Shao's daily routine. On the afternoon of the third day, he went home from the Palace Front Office and picked up the things he ordered at the pastry shop on the way, putting them in a food box basket.
Dong Zunhui's family invited everyone to a dinner party because all the relatives had to be on duty today and could only go to celebrate Mrs. Gao's birthday after they got off duty.
In addition to preparing this cake, Guo Shao also prepared 50 strings of cash as a gift. He took a bath, changed out of his military uniform, and put on a more breathable sesame uniform. After getting ready, he saw that it was still sunny and hot outside, so he spent time in the cool room.
At this time, Guo Shao took out the pair of round earrings from the bag, thought for a while, and took out a small mahogany box from the cabinet and put the earrings in it. The wooden box was placed on the table. Guo Shao took a look and then took out a red silk ribbon, tied the box and tied a bow on it. Now he felt very satisfied.
As the hour of You approached, Guo Shaocai leisurely took his things and rode his horse to Dong Zunhui's house.
As expected, there were not many guests, just Gao Huaide and his wife, Dong Zunhui, and some of the Dong family's family members. The Dong family should have other relatives, but they were not in Tokyo. It didn't look like a banquet at the mansion, it should be a family dinner, and Guo Shaoneng was really happy to join their family members.
Madam Dong Gao and Dong Zunhui and others came to the hall door. Guo Shao saw that he hadn't seen his sister for a long time. She looked plumper. Perhaps it was because she lived a life of luxury and slaves after returning to Tokyo. She was well-fed. She was in her thirties, very tall, and her face was not delicate. Mo Yanger was very generous, but her eyes were big and beautiful, and her facial features were good. Gao was actually good-looking, otherwise she would not have been snatched away by the Khitan. If the gentle Yang Yue'e looked like a plate of exquisite dim sum, then Madam Gao would give people the feeling of rich fish and meat.
She was wearing a red skirt, just like any other noble lady; but her tall and plump figure gave her a wild temperament. Sister Yi was in her thirties, so her skin was certainly not as delicate as that of a young lady, but her light makeup made some details look very lively; her pampered life also made her face look very rosy. With her increasingly plump figure, her bulging chest seemed to burst her top, and she looked like Jingniang.
It was just a small gift, not a sign of respect. Guo Shao smiled and asked someone to bring up a box. The fifty guan would have to be put in a small box.
Gao glared at him, her eyes, which were filled with smiles and a little bit of resentment, were very eye-catching. We are all family, why is your brother bringing this thing
Guo Shao felt a little complicated when he saw this look. He couldn't help but think of the absurd things that happened with Gao a long time ago. Although Gao said that it never happened and never mentioned it again, who can forget it easily? And that complaining look is the attitude that only very close people would have, which made Guo Shao feel embarrassed in front of others, but also enjoyed this feeling of closeness.
Of course, there is absolutely no harm in this. The Gao family is a close relative of the two generals of the imperial guards, and a good sworn brotherhood is something that everyone wants.
Gao Huaide clasped his fists and saluted, smiling and greeting. Dong Zunhui also said: Uncle, what other gifts do you have? Please come in quickly.
Guo Shao felt uncomfortable every time he heard this big man, who was not much older than him, calling him uncle, and he could never get used to it.
At this time, Gao Huaide introduced his wife, and Dong Zunhui also introduced his wife. Guo Shao politely greeted him and followed him into the hall. Family banquets generally do not invite outsiders, even friends, for this reason. If there are female relatives attending, they cannot meet other people's families unless they are close enough.
Everyone sat down at a round table. Guo Shao placed the food box on the table and opened the lid. It was a plate-shaped birthday cake, a little different from modern cakes, but the appearance was similar. The ingredients inside should not be much different, but the cream on the outside made the appearance very similar.
This thing was obviously quite rare. Gao looked over and saw a few words written in red jam on the cake: Happy Birthday.
Oh, Gao exclaimed with joy, my dear brother is so thoughtful.
The people around also came to watch in surprise. The woman did not talk to Gao. Guo Shao calmly took out three thicker candles and three thinner candles from the box. There were sharpened bases under the candles. He stuck the candles on the cake and said with a smile: "It's just a little trick, just to make my sister happy. Today is her birthday and she should be happy."
Gao smiled from ear to ear: "I have a brother, but he is not as good as your sworn brother." Of course, Gao Huaide was not angry.
Guo Shao took the candles and lit them on the lamp stand, then lit the candles on the cake, and said: "Let's bless my sister today. On this auspicious day, close your eyes and make a wish, then blow out the candles. It's very effective. This is the fashion in my hometown."
Gao's cheeks were red, and she closed her eyes shyly. Guo Shao suddenly clapped his hands and sang: Happy birthday to you, happy birthday to you
The people around him burst into laughter when they heard his funny singing. Gao opened her eyes when she heard this. Guo Shao raised his chin to signal her, and she pursed her red lips again and gently closed her eyes.
You have to blow out all the candles in one go, pay attention. Guo Shao said with a smile.
Gao looked at Guo Shao, then at the lit candle, and blew it away. At this time, Guo Shao took out a wooden box and a small gift from his arms to please his sister.
You are so unruly. Gao looked around at the people around her with embarrassment, and after a little hesitation, she had to accept it. She was a little embarrassed, but after doing this, all the relatives were paying attention to her, and being valued by others was not a bad thing.
Gao took a look, easily untied the red ribbon, and stared at the earrings inside for a moment. A woman nearby went to look curiously, but Gao immediately closed the box and put it in her arms with a red face.
Guo Shao then took out a knife and instigated Gao to cut the cake into pieces and give them to the family members who were celebrating her birthday. After such a fuss, everyone stopped being particular and started talking and laughing, making all kinds of jokes.
The servants put all kinds of delicacies and fine wine on the table one after another, and the cups and glasses were clinking. As soon as the wine was served, Gao Huaide and Dong Zunhui also became excited, and they kept urging people to drink. Guo Shao was no match for them.
At this time, the sky was gradually getting darker and the night had completely fallen outside. The red and yellow light of the lanterns in the hall was even more beautiful, and the wine table was noisy.
The women were just eating and chatting, and then watching the three men drinking and having fun. Gao Huaide said: "I've tasted the wine, let's play a drinking game." What kind of drinking game does Guo Du Dianjian like to play
He was not familiar with the drinking orders of this era. As a general who had quickly climbed up from the bottom, how could he compare with the generals from aristocratic families in this regard? But Guo Shao had a way. If the rules were not in his favor, he could make his own rules.
I have a more interesting way to play, Guo Shao said with a smile.
Gao Huaide waited for the next words with great interest. Guo Shaodao: Do you have dice in your house
Dong Zunhui simply waved his hand to call a servant over, gave her an instruction, and the servant hurried away.
Soon, the servant brought the dice and the dice tube to the table. Guo Shao took five dice and threw them into the dice tube and shook it: this way of playing is called step by step and big talk dice.
The two were very interested when they heard it. This name is indeed a good one. Gao Huaide asked: How did you get promoted step by step
Guo Shao then explained the rules, and everyone listened to them. Gao Huaide and Dong Zunhui were still a little confused. Gao smiled and said, "I know what it means, brother. I'll bet with you a few times and let them watch."
Very good, after everyone has learned it, we can split into two teams. General Gao and Dong Zunhui and I will be in one team, and you ladies will be in another team. Otherwise, if the two ladies don’t get to drink, they will say that Sister Yi is not hospitable. Guo Shao laughed.
The woman next to Gao said: We seldom drink, and it is not good for a woman to get drunk, but I won’t blame my sister.
So Guo Shao and Gao each took a dice roll and shook it. Gao covered the roll with her hands, tilted her head and opened it. She raised her eyes and glanced at Guo Shao: "Don't peek."
Guo Shao chuckled, opened the dice cup and took a look: five fives.
Isn't it going up? Gao said.
Guo Shaodao: I count well, so I shout high.
Gao smiled and said: You are cheating me. She thought about it and subconsciously bent her index finger and placed it under her lips. Her posture was indescribably cute. Guo Shao couldn't help but look at her a few more times.