The twenty-seventh day of the twelfth lunar month.
At this time, Ling Su and others, who had already met the emperor separately, were finally able to move freely in Jiankang. The three of them bought some gifts in Jiankang East Street, then carried them in their hands and came to Jiangdu Uncle's Mansion together.
Well, now it is no longer a listed mansion.
In this era, giving gifts is not that taboo. What's more, they have followed Shen Yi for so many years and have not been to the Shen family a few times. It is reasonable to visit their boss now.
Of course, in order not to cause trouble to Shen Yi, the things they bought were not particularly valuable. After all, they were going about their business in Jiankang City and their every move could be traced.
Around 6 o'clock in the morning, the three people entered the Shen family's house. At this time, Mr. Shen was still sleeping in. Lu Ruoxi and her father Lu Anshi were talking about Shen Yi's campaign in Shandong and the rewards from the court.
Maybe it was because he was too tired from being in the north. After returning to Jiankang, except for the day of the 25th meeting, Shen Yi didn't get up very early at other times, as if he wanted to make up for the lack of sleep in the north and recharge his energy.
After knowing that the three people came to visit, Lu Ruoxi first asked someone to wake up Shen Yi, and then said with a smile to her father: "Dad, some of Qi Lang's subordinates have arrived. My daughter should go and greet them, so as not to be rude."
Master Lu thought for a moment and asked, "Are they General Ling, General Xue and General Su?"
Lu Ruoxi nodded, a little curious: "Dad seems to be very familiar with them?"
"I saw it in the Di newspaper, and they were also mentioned in Ziheng's letter to me."
Master Lu admired: "These three men are really rare generals. They not only have no fear when facing the Qi people, but also win consecutive battles."
"If they can conquer another place as big as Shandong, these three people can be called famous generals in the world."
Having said this, Master Lu shook his head: "No, based on their current achievements alone, the three of them are already famous generals in the world."
"I really don't know where Ziheng found them."
Master Lu naturally couldn't understand that it was not Shen Yi who found three famous generals in the world, but cultivated three famous generals in the world.
At this point, Master Lu said: "I haven't met these three people yet. Qingque, you lead the way, and I will go and get to know them."
Lu Ruoxi nodded, took Shen Yuan's hand, and said softly: "Yuan'er, your father probably won't be able to get up for a while. Let's go and greet your three uncles together."
"Remember not to be rude."
Shen Yuan nodded quickly.
"I know, mother."
So, the three generations came to the front yard of Shen's family together.
At this moment, the three generals happened to walk in together, still carrying the things they bought from Dongshi Street. Although they did not recognize Lu Anshi, they recognized Lu Ruoxi and Shen Yuan. After seeing the three of them, they hurriedly stepped forward. Put down the things in your hands, clasped your fists and bowed your head respectfully.
"Ling Su has met Madam and the young Marquis."
"Su Ding has met Madam and the young Marquis."
"Xue Wei..."
Lu Ruoxi was not particularly surprised to see the three of them bending down deeply. After all, they were the same way last time.
Master Lu on the side stood there in astonishment.
In his opinion, these three world-famous generals should be somewhat proud...
Lu Ruoxi smiled and said: "The three generals are too polite, Yuan'er, I have met your three uncles."
Shen Yuan nodded, without saying a word, he knelt down with a plop, lowered his head and said, "I've seen Uncle Ling..."
As soon as he said four words, Xue Wei, who had sharp eyes and quick hands, helped him up. He could no longer kneel down. General Xue's eyes widened, he looked up at Lu Ruoxi, and said with a wry smile: "Madam, how are you, little Marquis?" Can you kneel down for me..."
Lu Ruoxi smiled and said: "My husband said that in the army, the three generals are subordinates. When not in the army, they are like brothers. In any case, they are Yuan'er's elders, and they deserve to be kowtowed by him. "
Ling Su looked at Shen Yuan, lowered his head and advised: "Although the Marquis expresses his love, it is really inappropriate to kowtow."
Lu Ruoxi did not force herself and ordered to Shen Yuan: "I will bow to your three uncles."
Only then did Shen Yuan bow and salute.
"I've met Uncle Ling, Uncle Su, and Uncle Xue."
Hearing these words, the three of them felt a little happy.
Because the young Marquis of the Shen family knew their ages.
Of course, Su Ding is actually a few years older than Ling Su, but these are all trivial and insignificant.
After asking her son to salute, Lu Ruoxi introduced Master Lu to them.
"This is my father. Hearing that the three generals defeated the Qi people, he was very impressed and came here to meet the three generals."
The three people quickly became serious and saluted Lu Anshi with clasped fists.
"Meet Mr. Lu."
Mr. Lu quickly returned the salute: "Three generals are too polite."
"The three generals fought for the country on the front lines and made countless meritorious service. It is Lu who should salute the three of them."
The three of them were frightened. Even Su Ding, who was more honest, waved his hands and said: "Old sir, you must not do this. We are just following Shen... following Mr. Hou and doing our little bit. Northern Expedition All the merit lies with the Marquis alone."
Neither Ling Su nor Xue Wei had any objections to this sentence, and both nodded.
Just when Lu Anshi was stunned, Mr. Shen finally changed his clothes and walked out of the inner courtyard. After hearing the conversation of several people from a distance, he felt a little funny and said: "Father-in-law, don't stand here anymore. , let’s invite the three generals into the main hall for tea.”
Lu Anshi responded and nodded quickly.
"The three generals are serving tea in the main hall."
After hearing Shen Yi's voice, the three people turned around in unison and saluted Shen Yi with clasped fists: "I've met the Marquis!"
Shen Yi said "Huh".
"I changed my name suddenly, and I'm still not used to it."
He then added.
"But in Jiankang, it's not wrong to call it that."
He cupped his hands in front of the three people and smiled narrowly: "Three generals."
Seeing Shen Yi holding his hands, even though he was standing straight and holding his hands, the three of them were still a little uncomfortable and even subconsciously wanted to hide.
But soon, the group of people arrived in the main hall.
Mr. Lu still admired the three of them very much. He asked a lot about the Northern Expedition. After he finished asking, he stood up and said with a smile: "You guys probably have something to discuss, so I won't disturb you anymore."
Everyone, including Shen Yi, stood up to see him off.
After the old gentleman left, Xue Wei asked: "Mr. Shen, is this the Mr. Lu you mentioned before?"
"Yes, he is both my father-in-law and my mentor. Now he has set up an academy in Jiankang to teach and educate people."
Mr. Shen sat back on the main seat and said with a smile: "If your children are studying and they reach the appropriate age in the future, you can come to me through the back door and I will arrange for you to study in the academy."
The three of them looked at each other. Xue Wei was the first to speak and said with a smile: "That's great. When my son grows up, let him come to Jiankang and study more."
After joking for a while, Mr. Shen lowered his head, took a sip of tea, and asked, "I've been a little busy these two days and haven't had time to see you. Are you staying at the Ministry of War Hall?"
The three people nodded: "Yes."
Shen Yi smiled and said: "Now we are all second- and third-grade generals conferred by His Majesty. How do you feel?"
Ling Su exhaled a breath: "It's like a dream."
Su Ding also nodded and said with some emotion: "When I was walking on the street just now, sometimes someone could recognize the three of my subordinates and even refused to take our money when buying things. These are my subordinates. I never thought of them before. past things.”
Xue Wei scratched his head and said: "Mr. Shen, everything else is fine, but there is one thing..."
Shen Yi put down the tea cup and asked, "What's the matter?"
"Yesterday when I went to the palace to meet the Holy Emperor, His Majesty asked about the two Northern Qi princesses. I told the truth. Your Majesty..."
"Speaking of which, His Majesty actually wanted to give the Northern Qi princess to his subordinates..."
Xue Wei's face turned red, he lowered his head and stopped talking.
The other two people smiled half-heartedly, obviously knowing about this.
Master Shen also smiled and thought: "This is a good thing, you didn't accept it?"
"Could it be that you think the Princess of Northern Qi is unclean?"
Xue Wei's face turned red and he lowered his head.
"My subordinates want to come no matter what, and I have asked Mr. Shen for your opinion..."