Return To 1977 Chapter 368: There is a difference between inside and outside
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It should be said that this kind of banquet is definitely not as comfortable as eating and drinking in a restaurant.
Not to mention the people coming and going in the yard and the stools and tables swaying left and right. The key point is that the two earth stoves and the gas stove in the kitchen are both in use, which cannot withstand four tables sitting at the same time.
Although there are many dishes, it will definitely become a mess if picked up by many pairs of chopsticks. In addition, when the wind blows occasionally and there is some dirt on the table, it is really difficult to have a good appetite.
However, the family banquet-style wedding of ordinary people also has an extra advantage. That is festive and lively.
Although today's particularities such as sedan chairs, hijabs, "Heaven and Earth Codes" and extremely complicated ceremonies have quickly disappeared, the ceremony at the wedding banquet is not simple.
The wedding between "Xiapaizi" and Xiang Hong can be divided into the following parts.
1. Bow.
Two people should bow three times to the leader, three bows to the parents, three bows to the officiant, three bows to the guests, and three bows to each other. In the end, the emcee deliberately said proudly, "Give me three bows!"
The two of them calculated it dizzyingly and found that they had to bow more than eighteen times in total.
2. The officiant delivers a congratulatory speech. Parents speak. Congratulations to the guests.
These speeches really have nothing to say. They are basically composed of decent people from the unit leaders, parents, elders, relatives and friends speaking a few words, mainly praising and blessing the newcomers. This link is quite serious in this day and age, and the shorter and more concise it is, the more popular it is.
3. Ask the bride and groom to "honestly explain" their love story.
This link is very interesting. Because there will definitely be someone who will deliberately interrogate some details.
Everyone is also happy to see the newlyweds blushing and making fun of each other in unison.
Anyway, if the bride and groom are not forced to the point where they are red-faced, embarrassed, and begging for mercy frequently, they will never be allowed to pass.
4. Make a fuss in the hall.
This is a more humane, dramatic and popular program than the previous one.
The more traditional way is to let the two newlyweds bite a piece of candy together or compete for an apple.
Although newcomers will also be embarrassed, it is different from being forced to ask questions that are too embarrassing to ask. There are also many people participating in the interaction, and everyone is cheering and encouraging, which contains a sense of fun and happiness.
And precisely because of the "explanation" just now as a foreshadowing, I won't suffer from stage fright.
In short, although the dining arrangements were not satisfactory, it was still very interesting for Hong Yanwu and the others to watch the newlyweds go through the entire wedding process amidst the crackling firecrackers and be entertained by everyone. , very happy.
What’s more, wine can be drunk openly. As long as men can change cups and cups, they can overcome everything else and still have fun.
Hong Yanwu was only afraid of wronging "Tang Xin'er" because he didn't see her take a few bites.
But when he asked with concern, "Tang Xin'er" held his hand under the table and poured wine and food very gently. Apparently to show that she didn't feel uncomfortable at all.
In this way, Hong Yanwu put his attention on the wine table with a hint of sweetness.
Needless to say, after all the ceremonies are over, the bride and groom have to cheer up and continue to entertain the relatives and friends at the banquet, toasting wine and cigarettes one by one.
And because of the close relationship, the buddies were getting along with each other. At the "Hai Bing Zi" table, the bride and groom came last.
In particular, "Old Saury" and "General" saw that they were exhausted, so they didn't let anyone make things difficult for them. He only asked everyone to raise their glasses together and clink their glasses together, thus sparing the newlyweds the trouble.
Seeing the "Hai Bangzi" people being so considerate, "Xiapaizi" and Xiang Hong were certainly very touched.
If nothing else, compared with the "important people" who sent pillow covers, quilt covers, sheets, washbasins, and steamers, these "sea bumpers" who "cannot get on the stage" are deplorable. Someone gave me a big gift of one hundred yuan. "Lao Daoyu" and "General" gave more, each of them paid two hundred.
The young couple had already discussed it, taking it from the people and using it for the people. No one should be treated badly, but these brothers and sisters who have fought together through thick and thin and shared weal and woe.
So "Xiaobizi" said to everyone during the banquet, "Please forgive me for the poor hospitality. I know you didn't have a good time, let's make up for it in friendship. We will go back and have a rest later. At 7pm Let’s meet here and let’s go have some meat! I’ll worry about whoever doesn’t go!”
Just like that, the evening really ushered in the moment when the "Hai Bangzi" gathered together to celebrate the young couple collectively.
Except for the old couple "Old Swordfish" who are really tired and don't want to mix with young people, everyone else is there.
The place where "Xiapaizi" and Xiang Hong took everyone to was actually a ten-story, dazzling building on the seaside. It's quite surprising.
Because this brightly lit building is not only located on the best part of the coast, but you can have a clear view of the sea from above. There was still a scene of people interlacing and cheering on the roof.
You can see below that there is a fairly broad platform on the roof, which is surrounded by a unique stone railing.
On the top of the platform is a small pavilion padded by a high platform, and in the pavilion is a band playing.
In addition, there were figures shaking under the band. There are also some waiters wearing red dresses with high curls on their temples walking around, carrying glasses of various colors.
This is definitely a place where gods stay. Except for Hong Yanwu, who knew what was going on inside, the "Hai Bangzi" were dumbfounded when they saw it.
Xiang Hong proudly told everyone that this was the newly built hotel "Guanhai Tower". A sister of hers came here once and said that the food, drink, accommodation, and supplies inside were all not available outside. Things are just too expensive. But we have money, and they are treating us today. Everyone, feel free to go in and have fun.
After hearing this, can everyone still bear it? All the interest came.
After cheering, everyone hurried inside.
But the guy guarding the door refused to let the "Hai Bingzi" in, and insisted on each of them showing their work ID and letter of introduction.
Of course not. While he was in a hurry, he saw two yellow-haired and green-eyed foreigners next to him, swaggering and doing whatever they wanted.
Not only did this kid not care, he opened the door diligently and wagged his tail like a dog.
So the "Hai Bangzi" were collectively furious. Just ask the doorman who the two foreigners were. Ask him why he doesn't check the foreigners.
Although the guy was hesitant and unable to speak, he also had his stubborn persistence. He actually said arrogantly, "This is a foreign-related hotel that receives foreign guests. Of course foreigners don't need to check. There are so many people in Bincheng. If they all come here, won't the place be overcrowded?"
The "Hai Bangzi" couldn't bear it any longer and roared together.
"This is Bincheng, and we are all from Bincheng! This place is no longer a **** colony. Are the foreigners your father or your mother?"
Perhaps it is due to righteousness, or perhaps it is due to the public anger. The guard boy was furious at that time. He was no longer unscrupulous, but broke out in a cold sweat.
Thanks to an old guy running out in a hurry, otherwise this kid would really get beaten.
The old guy seems to be the person in charge here. His attitude was completely different from that of the janitor boy. He was smiling and very kind.
After clarifying the dispute, he quickly settled it.
"Anyone can enter here, especially the revolutionary masses in Bincheng. Foreigners are not checked at the door, and of course we will not check our own people. It's just that it's high-end and luxurious, and the fees are very high..."
The "sea bumpers" almost shouted at the same time, "We have money!"
"What money do you have? US dollars, Japanese yen or Hong Kong dollars?"
Although the old guy continued to act patient. But Hong Yanwu could tell from the sharpness in his smile that he was deliberately setting a trap in his words.
Sure enough, these unfamiliar words suddenly dwarfed the "Hai Bangzi" by half. They looked at each other in confusion and lost their confidence.
For this reason, both the old guy and the young guy looked happy and proud.
However, these two guys were not happy for a long time, because with Hong Yanwu here, he would not let everyone suffer.
He deliberately acted like he didn't understand, to protest on behalf of the "Hai Bangzi".
"Can't we use RMB? Does this hotel only accept foreign money? Is there a place in our own land where we are not allowed to use our own money?"
These "can'ts" are too scary. The old guy was immediately overwhelmed and felt overwhelmed.
"It can be used, but it costs two yuan for a cup of coffee. There are regulations above that the RMB is 30% more expensive than foreign currencies..."
The old guy has indeed changed his mind and given in, but he obviously still has the last glimmer of hope, which is to let this group of people give up because of the high price.
He never expected that upon hearing his release, all the "Hai Bangzi" would swarm in, shouting excitedly.
"As long as the domestic money is easy to use, it doesn't matter what percentage the difference is!"
Such a generous statement made the old guy swallow in surprise and did not dare to stop him.
But the most embarrassing thing is the janitor guy.
Hong Yanwu didn't spare him. He passed by him and opened the door with a smile, but his words were particularly hurtful.
"Comrade, if I understand correctly, foreigners call your job a 'doorman'. The scope of responsibilities assigned to you by the Communication Office is limited to opening doors for guests and picking up luggage, right? Now, you How can you let us open the door by ourselves? It's a bit remiss. But it doesn't matter. We are not the same as you. But please remember that foreign-related establishments are not only entitled to enjoy your services. . Don’t make the mistake of opening the door next time.”
Hey, just these few sentences, not to mention the relief, are quite good. Once you hear it, you will be like an expert who knows the inside story of foreign-related hotels.
The gatekeeper immediately blushed and was speechless after being scolded. Even the old guy looked frightened and said, "I accept criticism."
Looking at that look, I'm afraid they really misunderstood that Hong Yanwu was a big shot with some background.
But the goal was achieved, Hong Yanwu was no longer interested in paying attention to them, and entered the lobby with a smiling and admiring "Tang Xin'er".
When the "Hai Bangzi" inside heard his words, he became happy and started to quarrel again.
"Hey, Xiao Wu, you still have the strength to speak. It's all money, why should we be treated differently?"
"Haha, don't bully us for not understanding. With you as a big shot in the capital, no one can fool us."
"Humph, a good dog won't block the way. That means Yang Zi has returned to the capital. If he is here, let him bring his troops. Let's see who dares not to let us in..."
The last sentence was clearly heard outside the door. The old guy and the gatekeeper were even more frightened, and their faces turned pale.