Royal Gold Medal County Magistrate

The next day.

Meng Weimin set off with his men on time.

Following the rehearsal, they headed towards the home of the couple getting married. Five or six teammates followed behind on bicycles, with firecrackers from Taoyuan County in their baskets.

Meng Weimin had good skills and rode a bicycle.

He also held an empty bike in his left hand.

This empty bike was no ordinary one! It was shiny and new, obviously well-maintained, and had a large red flower on the handlebars.

It looked extremely festive.

When the Jinyiwei arrived at the scene, it was already crowded with people because the newspaper had given a preview. Fang Zheng and his men were also mixed in.

As soon as Meng Weimin arrived, the crowd of onlookers surrounded him.

The newlyweds also looked up in the direction of Meng Weimin.

Fang Zheng and Li Yuanzhao mingled in the crowd, watching the excitement. Qian Desheng, who had come with Meng Weimin, also squeezed to Fang Zheng's side as soon as possible.

Qian Desheng said, "Master, everything has been arranged! Is there anything else you need me to do?"

"Anything else... I don't think so. Tsk, isn't it a bit inappropriate to disturb the newlyweds? Meng Weimin's popularity is too high."

"Not disturbing at all! Master, I've taken care of everything for you. The couple couldn't be happier!"

"All the expenses for today's banquet and celebrations will be covered for them. After it's over, Meng Weimin will meet them alone. This was their request."

"I've also taken care of the couple's family..."

Fang Zheng nodded.

Qian Desheng was indeed experienced and handled things properly. With everything arranged in advance, there were no problems.

For ordinary people, getting married is likely a once-in-a-lifetime event. It wouldn't be good to mess it up for them.

Since the couple had no objections, they would continue with the plan.

"Has Meng Weimin been performing well recently?"

"Yes, he just complains occasionally."

"Well, tell Ruyun not to overdo it! Even livestock aren't used as much as she uses him. It's almost too much."

Qian Desheng looked embarrassed: "Yes, yes, I will tell her when I get back."

"There's also something else, Master. Recently, some troublemakers seem to have some opinions about the Jinyiwei."

Fang Zheng and Li Yuanzhao perked up at the same time.

"Speak."

Qian Desheng nodded: "Yes... Some people are saying that the Jinyiwei are too clean and don't look like men. They're all catamites. Most of this is jealousy, but we can't really punish them!"

"So, they're saying our men are sissies!"

"Sissies? Uh... I don't know, but it sounds quite fitting. Master, I think requiring a bath once a day is a bit too frequent..."

Li Yuanzhao chuckled: "Exactly! Lao Fang, the men under you are all like women. They even use powder and bathe every day, more fair-skinned than women. Aren't they just sissies?"

Fang Zheng's face darkened: "Don't talk nonsense. What's wrong with sissies? There were no sissies when people couldn't even get enough to eat! Sissies represent wealth and prosperity. Only men in a prosperous era use rouge and powder."

"Besides, it's just a marketing strategy. It's still working now. When the trend changes in the future, the marketing angle can be changed. We can give them a tough guy persona too."

While they were talking, Meng Weimin had finished greeting the people.

The wedding ceremony returned to normal.

However, most people's attention was still occasionally drawn to Meng Weimin.

Fang Zheng observed for a moment and said, "Isn't this good? The people seem to like it."

Li Yuanzhao curled his lips: "I still don't like him. Just a pretty boy. The Jinyiwei are responsible for military affairs."

Fang Zheng smiled disdainfully.

In his previous life, the trend of 'pretty boys' and the like started from the places people considered the most masculine.

Everyone has a love for beauty, there's nothing wrong with it.

On the contrary, those who oppose it always smear the loyal fans as haters, which is really hateful!

"Alright, Your Highness, let's watch the show. Isn't it good to have more types of people in society? Life is more interesting when it's diverse. If you don't like it, just don't watch it."

Li Yuanzhao nodded and said nothing more.

After a while, the ceremony was almost over.

Meng Weimin stood up at the right time, cupped his fist, and said loudly: "I, Meng, have come here to congratulate the two of you on your marriage on behalf of the Jinyiwei! The Jinyiwei also has a generous gift to offer, please be sure to accept it!"

After speaking, he picked up the bicycle and walked towards the couple.

The reporters behind Meng Weimin began to write furiously.

The three stood together, and Meng Weimin began to explain how to use the bicycle to the couple, who were very happy.

They stared at Meng Weimin with admiration in their eyes.

The onlookers also listened carefully to his explanation, while also staring jealously at the brand new bicycle.

After Meng Weimin finished explaining, he faced the crowd and said loudly: "In order to congratulate the two of you on your eternal union, the Jinyiwei has also prepared a second gift to give. That is the firecrackers produced in Taoyuan County, specially used to celebrate newlyweds and festive occasions. It represents driving away bad luck and welcoming the new year."

"There will be a loud noise after the firecrackers are lit, please do not panic and trample each other!"

After saying that, he pointed to a place not far away. Several Jinyiwei had already prepared bamboo poles and hung the firecrackers on them.

The firecrackers were lit, and a crackling sound rang out immediately.

Smoke flew everywhere.

Many people were shocked, but fortunately, due to their trust in Meng Weimin, they did not panic too much.

After more than ten seconds, they quickly became familiar with the situation and watched the magical scene in front of them with great interest.

After the firecrackers burned out, a wave of applause rang out from the crowd, and everyone's faces were filled with smiles.

It was like celebrating a festival.

Li Yuanzhao grinned foolishly: "That's great. Lao Fang, you actually hid such a good thing from me. This is also made of gunpowder, right?"

"Your Highness is wise."

"I can smell it too."

The cheers and applause from the onlookers gradually subsided.

The ceremony continued again, but Meng Weimin was still on stage.

But at this moment, an old man suddenly rushed in front of everyone!

Holding a bottle in both hands.

The couple shouted "Dad" in surprise and then fell silent.

The old man held the bottle and shouted excitedly: "Great Hero Meng, my daughter is getting married today, thanks to Great Hero Meng for attending! This jade porcelain is a treasure that I have collected at great expense, please be sure to accept it!"

Fang Zheng covered his face in shame.

Look at this clumsy acting, the temporary actor is really not good.

I should have found a professional.

Meng Weimin's face stiffened, he stared at the bottle and then pushed it away fiercely, saying very seriously: "Old man! I would never dare to accept this gift!"

"I have also heard of the name of jade porcelain. I heard that it is from the Ministry of Works...., this thing violates the way of a gentleman, I appreciate this gift, but please take it back."

Jade porcelain, worth a thousand gold, extravagant and lewd, violates the way of a gentleman, luxury consumption by court officials...

The reporters buried their heads and wrote frantically...

The old man shouted: "Oh dear! It turned out to be such a vulgar thing, I even used it to insult a gentleman like Great Hero Meng, I really shouldn't have! Then I might as well smash it!"

After saying that, the old man took the bottle and slammed it hard on the ground!

The bottle shattered suddenly, and the fragments scattered....

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