In the blink of an eye, it was Chinese New Year's Eve, and after arranging the duty, the officials of the Yamen began to take vacation, and Tang Tong was on duty on the first and ninth days of the junior high school. In the afternoon, Tang Tong came back from the yamen, the Tang Mansion had already put up lights, the relationship between Huzi and Chen Xiao was very harmonious, and now Chen Xiao had to sleep with him, Huzi kept shouting every day, and Chen Xiao completely became a nanny. Today is the second Chinese New Year's Eve to come to the capital, there are more Hu Xinggang, He Wang and Chen Xiao, this year Susu went back for the New Year, Lao Kuang's family, Ruan Zhan, Lu Jinlian, Lao Jing couple, Mao Zongxie, Tang Tong father and son, a total of fourteen people, sat down at two tables, Lao Kuang's family, Ruan Zhan, Lu Jinlian six people sat at one table, after Tang Tong took Huzi to sacrifice to the ancestor, Huzi sat at the main table for a while and ran to another table to stay with Shi Suo, Tang Tong was too lazy to care, just seven people at a table.

After lighting the firecrackers, the Chinese New Year's Eve banquet began, and Tang Tong first gave a speech, "This year's New Year is different from last year, the number of people is also increasing, and the Tang family's business is also thriving, come and have a drink together!".

After drinking a glass of wine, Ruan Zhan asked, "When will the master marry his wife?"

Tang Tong just smiled, "Everyone will know when it's time to marry!" Don't talk about this during the Chinese New Year today, everyone should drink well!".

Ruan Zhansheng said from the heart, "It's our luck to meet such a good master, I salute the master, I wish you to find your favorite lady next year!", everyone followed and coaxed, they were all very happy.

Tang Tong raised his glass, "As long as you're happy!" Drink dry after speaking. Then he toasted with everyone, and when he was half drunk, Tang Tong stopped drinking, and hurriedly ate and withdrew. Tang Tong came to the study to read, and at this time Chen Xiao served tea, and Tang Tong read while drinking tea. When it was time for Tang Tong to practice, half an hour of practice, Tang Tong sweated profusely, took a good bath, and changed into new clothes. I came to the study again to keep the New Year's Eve and went to sleep after the time had passed.

On the first day of the Lunar New Year, Tang Tong came to the Xidingmen military camp very early to pay New Year's greetings, and after a visit, Tang Tong came to his office to read the documents, and I don't know how long it took for Lan Tingshu to walk in and arch his hand: "Happy New Year to Tang Duwei!".

Tang Tong immediately gave up his hand, "Happy New Year to Mr. Lan Qian!", Tang Tong asked with some surprise after speaking: "Why didn't Mr. Lan Qian stay in the house, did he come to greet his brothers?".

Lan Tingshu did not hide what he was thinking, "Greeting my brother for the New Year is a reason, mainly because I came to Tang Duwei!".

"I don't understand!", Tang Tong's face was full of doubts.

"I have something to ask Tang Duwei today, my sister has made an appointment with Miss Xia to meet in Xia Mansion, if Tang Duwei sincerely apologized that day, can you go with me?", Lan Tingshu did not hide it.

Tang Tong felt that Lan Tingshu was a bit reckless in this matter, so he was a little worried, "I will definitely go!" It's just whether it's proper for me to go.".

"Captain Tang sees things very thoroughly! I also called Yao Can, he waited outside, just to see if Tang Duwei practiced it!", this is the case, I really don't know what Lan Tingshu is going to do.

Tang Tong saw that he was so persistent, so he had to agree, "Okay!" Let me explain the matter, and I will go with you.", Tang Tong went to find another official on duty, Li Shao, and explained the matter clearly. He Wang and Lan Tingshu were called out of the camp to meet Yao Can, and the group went to Xia Mansion.

Xia Zhan's Mansion is in Xingxiang Lane, Kuimu Street, and the military department is on the same street. Lan Tingshu and the three of them did not go to the gate of the Xia Mansion, but went to the side gate on the east side, and waited at a store opposite. It seems that it is still early before the agreed time, and Tang Tong is sure that Lan Tingmei's participation is indispensable for this matter. Lan Tingshu looked at the side door of the Xia Mansion anxiously, Yao Can was oppressed and was not in a hurry, he found a stool in the innermost part and sat down, as if it had nothing to do with this matter. Tang Tong also seemed very leisurely, just asking for a cup of tea and drinking.

At this time, the side door of the Xia Mansion opened, and the two Yahuan who came out first to hold the things, followed by Lan Tingmei and Xia Xunqiu, the two Yahuan went to the store first, spread the cushion on the opposite side of Tang Tong's table, and looked at Tang Tong, Tang Zhi left to sit with Yao Can, Yao Can glanced at Tang Tong proudly, as if saying that he was prescient.

Lan Tingshu greeted him, "Miss Xia!" Please go inside and sit down.", Xia Shunqiu ignored it, and went straight to the cushion laid by Yahuan and sat down. Lan Tingshu immediately followed, "Miss Xia! Always good?".

Xia Xunqiu turned her head away angrily, "I'm better off without you, don't worry about it!".

Lan Tingshu's purpose here was to explain his helplessness, and he was a little shy, "The matter has come to this, you and I have no fate, but at least we are still friends, so we won't even say anything, right?".

Xia Xunqiu also expressed his attitude, "If it weren't for the two old friends, I wouldn't be too lazy to meet each other!", suddenly turned around and shouted: "Happy New Year to Tang Duwei!", his eyes were not looking at Lan Tingshu.

Tang Tong politely stood up and responded, "Miss Xia, Happy New Year!" I haven't seen them for a long time.", still standing still, not wanting to disturb the two of them, so he didn't lean over.

Xia Xunqiu smiled at Tang Tong, nodded and saluted: "Tang Duwei!" If there is still something in the house, just say goodbye first! In the future, find a time to get together with Miss Lan and the three of us.", said Xia Xunqiu without hesitation, and walked straight to the side door and entered the Xia Mansion.

At this time, Lan Tingmei, who didn't say a word, saw her brother's appearance of the six gods and no owner, and stepped forward to comfort, "Don't be discouraged!" Miss Xia can come and show that she no longer resents you in her heart!".

At this time, Tang Tong also walked over, "Mr. Lan Qian!" Even your sister can see this, I'm just the head, I'm sure Miss Xia knows your difficulties in her heart!, but she can't get over it.".

Lan Tingmei looked at Tang Tong and became angry, "It's nothing to do with you, go cool down!".

This sentence hurt Tang Tong, but he didn't say anything, so he could only bear it silently, "Then I'll take my leave!".

Lan Tingmei saw that she would be mistaken about what she meant, and scolded: "I told you to stay, but I didn't let you go!".

In the face of such a reprimand, Tang Tong was not angry, "I'm fine anyway, just wait here!".

Lan Tingshu was not here, so he walked to Yao Can's side, too lazy to care about his sister's affairs. Lan Tingmei asked jealously, "Why do I think you and Sister Xia are chatting more and more, what's so boring?".

Tang Tong asked rhetorically without a pause, "What do you say?" Obviously, she didn't want to talk to the little marquis and just found me. Miss Lan thinks too much.".

Lan Tingmei stared at Tang Tong, seeing that he was not at ease at all, she knew that she was telling the truth. A little embarrassed said: "I'll just ask that, are you still serious?", said a little shaken face, head to the side.

Tang informed her of her willfulness, so she could only bow her head first, "It's my mistake, please don't care, why don't I invite you to dinner?", seeing that Lan Tingmei didn't pay attention to it, she walked to the opposite side of her, hooked her head and looked at her with a wink.

Lan Tingmei was amused by his actions and couldn't help but laugh out loud. Hit Tang Tong, "This is what you said, the New Year is only open to the whole banquet, have you figured it out?".

Tang Tong tilted his head and said very confidently: "Call your brother, let's go!".

As soon as Lan Tingmei and her brother said, Lan Tingshu was so interested, he didn't pay attention to her at all, and left with Yao Can. Seeing this scene, Tang Tong smiled at Lan Tingmei, turned around and was about to leave. Suddenly, I heard Lan Tingmei's voice, "Don't go!" I can't pay my bills!".

Tang Tong turned around and shook his head, "It's just the two of us, I'm afraid of gossiping. Or forget it?".

Lan Tingmei stubbornly stopped, "You wait! I'm going to find a companion.", he said and walked towards the side door of the Xia Mansion.

Tang informed her what she was going to do, and shouted at the top of her throat, "If you call Miss Xia, I'll stop your brother.".

Lan Tingmei turned her head when she heard this, she was very surprised and grateful, this was something she didn't expect, she admired Tang Tong's wit from the bottom of her heart, nodded and said, "Go and stop my brother first, wait for my good news.", After speaking, she quickly entered the side door of the Xia Mansion.

When Lan Tingmei and Xia Xunqiu came out together, only Tang Tong was waiting outside the door. Lan Tingmei was worried that her brother was here, and she had just told Xia Xunqiu that Tang Tong was the only one, for fear of revealing her stuffing, so she secretly breathed a sigh of relief in her heart.

Xia Xunqiu saw that Lan Tingmei didn't coax herself, and said happily in her heart: "Let Lord Tang break the bill again!".

Tang Tong replied with a smile, "It's all friends, it should be!" Besides, Miss Xia is not someone who can invite her, I'm not very honored!", Seeing Tang Tong say this, Xia Xunqiu was a little embarrassed, and turned around to see Lan Tingmei staring at Tang Tong..

"Thank you very much! I heard that your business was good last year, so I slaughtered you well!", Lan Tingmei said viciously.

Tang Tong accompanied the smiling face and did not reply. The two of them got into the carriage and followed away.