Chapter 41 Nie Zhenbang is mine

  The paramount leader, what an identity. The soul of the army, a mastermind who planned the reform and opening-up with one hand. Whether it is identity or status, they are all special.

  Generally speaking, someone like a head of state would not do something like this, even if it was to curry favor.

  This is a great honor for Nie Zhenbang and even the Nie family. To put it bluntly, Nie Zhenbang has now thoroughly established his identity as the number one young master of the capital, with the added status of being the grandson of the head of state, plus having the support of the Nie family from behind. As long as Nie Zhenbang is not a murderer or an arsonist, it's likely that no one in the country can control him.

  Seeing Nai Lao and Nai Zhenbang's gaping mouths, the Yuan Shou also rarely humorously said: "What? Old Nai, do you think that such a good grandson is not willing to share with others? You, old Nai, are still as narrow-minded as before. During the War of Resistance against Japan, you were so petty and stingy, hiding away those Japanese canned goods. Now even your own grandson has become a treasure."

  Nan Lao's words made Nie Lao laugh too. The Premier's wisdom was indeed extraordinary, and using such humorous language to express himself could even dissolve the awkward situation, even if he didn't agree with it.

  Nie Lao was also weighing the gains and losses during this period. If he agreed, he would thoroughly enter the reformist faction. Moreover, with Yuan Shou's attitude, the Nie family's position would be transcendent. At this time, the Nie family had no other choice. Wanting to be independent, in this situation, was clearly impossible. Nie Zhenbang's plan was not bad, but now was not the time.

  Then, Nie Lao also smiled and said: "You're the one who's good at talking. If it weren't for those canned goods of mine back then, you might have been finished off during the War of Resistance against Japan. My grandson is your grandson too, isn't he? Whatever you say goes, I don't have any opinions."

  The head of state, having heard this, burst out laughing and said: "Good, indeed an old comrade, with a bold and generous spirit. Alright, let's set it for five days later at my place, we'll have a small gathering. Let's go through the formalities."

  Saying that, Yuan Shou looked at Nie Zhenbang and said: "Zhenbang, after the ceremony, we'll have a good talk about your trip to the Soviet Union."

  In just five days, the news spread like wildfire. In these few days, every major family in the capital received an invitation from the Emperor. The Emperor had taken Nie Zhenbang as his adopted grandson, and this news immediately spread throughout the entire circle.

  This afternoon, Mei Xiang Garden is decorated with lanterns and streamers. In the courtyard, a buffet table was set up in the style of a Western cocktail party. Many staff members from the Forbidden City have already started to get busy.

  Red Wall, the reason why it has such a nickname, is mainly because the national residence, the central core leadership's office and residential location, was originally the Imperial City, outside of which was a red wall, hence the name Red Wall.

  In the courtyard, all the prominent families in Beijing have gathered together.

  At this moment, Mr. Yang led the second and third generations of the Yang family in. Next to him, Mr. Li walked up with a smile: "Old Yang, today we've really seen something. The younger generation is indeed formidable."

  Yang Lao took a look, the Li family came, and the conservative faction's backbone, the Guo family also arrived. The neutral faction, the Zhou family also came over. However, the faces of these families didn't look so good.

  9:10

  Yuanshou, Nie Lao, Li Lao, and Dong Lao, who had long since retired behind the scenes, walked out together from inside. Yuanshou's face was filled with a smile.

  Next to it, according to the traditional domestic customs, various items required for the ceremony have been arranged. Next to it, Dong Lao served as the host and master of ceremonies. Although Dong Lao is now 87 years old, he has a strong presence and speaks loudly: "Comrades, today we are all witnessing the ceremony of Yuan Shou and Nie's family becoming sworn brothers. Please take your seat."

  Under the command of Dong Lao, Yuan Shou and Nie Lao sat down on their chairs at the same time. Nie Zhenbang stepped forward, first bowing to Nie Lao, then immediately kneeling in front of Yuan Shou. After a solemn ceremony of three bows and nine knocks, Nie Zhenbang shouted "Grandfather".

  The ceremony is over. People are all typical atheists. The traditional set. It was just a formality to begin with. In the capital, every family attaches importance to the meaning behind it.

  The leader burst out laughing: "Good, good. This time, I got the better of Old Nie. Such a great grandson, and I get to take half of him away. Zhenbang, hurry up."

  After the ceremony, it was a free-for-all. At this point, cliques had formed. The conservative faction quickly dispersed. The neutral faction, on the other hand, gathered together, occasionally discussing something. However, regardless of which faction they belonged to, there was a general consensus: after returning home, they would warn their children and grandchildren not to provoke Nie Zhenbang unnecessarily.

  At this time, Nie Lao and Yuan Shou gathered together. Dong Lao was also smiling at Nie Zhenbang at this moment. Last time when the Nie family recognized their ancestors, Dong Lao had gone too. However, it was just a fleeting glance. Dong Lao did not expect that the grandson of the Nie family would be so powerful.

  It is said that onlookers see more clearly than those in the midst of things. At this moment, Dong Lao, an outsider, saw more clearly than anyone else. Others thought that the change in the Nie family was due to a change in Old Master Nie's attitude. Only Dong Lao understood that with Old Master Nie's temperament, he wasn't someone who would change his mind so easily. Considering all the changes before and after, it became clear that everything had changed since Nie Zhenbang entered the Nie household. This was no longer simple.

  Dong Lao smiled and said, "Premier. Old Nie ah. Today I saw Zhen Bang, indeed a dragon among men, handsome and extraordinary. I'd like to be the matchmaker for Zhen Bang."

  As soon as the words came out, not only were Lao Er and Yuan Shou stunned, but Yang Lao was also stunned. Yang Lao is a clever person, and he immediately whispered to Yang Shengli beside him: "Shengli, quickly go and call Anna over."

  Dong Lao looked at the surprised expressions of everyone and smiled, saying: "Zhen Bang is 17 years old this year. My family's little six's maid, Dong Wan, is also 16 years old this year. She looks quite presentable. If Old Nai doesn't have any objections, let's take this opportunity to settle their engagement."

  Dong Lao's granddaughter, and the youngest one at that. Dong Jia Xiao Liu Zi, this is something everyone knows. Back then in this city of 49, she was absolutely a number one figure. More importantly, this Xiao Liu Zi took a commoner woman as his wife. This is enough to prove the extent to which Dong Jia Xiao Liu is favored in the Dong family. Nowadays, Dong Lao Liu is only 43 years old, yet he has already become the Provincial Committee Secretary of Xue Yu Province. With such qualifications and abilities, he will absolutely be the core figure of the Dong family's future.

  Dong Laoliu's daughter was also a famous beauty in the capital. Describing her as stunningly beautiful might be an exaggeration, but describing her as captivating and enchanting would not be excessive.

  Nie Zhenbang furrowed his brow, Dong Wan? This name was very unfamiliar to Nie Zhenbang. Because, Dong Wan was a gentle and quiet person, never getting involved in the affairs of this circle. Naturally, not many people knew about it. Moreover, Nie Zhenbang himself also disliked this kind of arranged political marriage.

  "Third brother, you've definitely made a profit this time. Dong Wan, that's the number one cold beauty in Yu Ying School." Li Wen quietly said beside him.

  Looking at Li Wen's envious face, Nie Zhenbang knew that this Dong Wan must be quite good-looking. Otherwise, this kid wouldn't have reacted like this.

  But just at this moment, before Nie Lao could speak, Yang Anna jumped out in a rage: "Grandfather Dong, don't you dare mess with the mandarin ducks' picture. Zhenbang brother is mine. No one can take him away."