As time passed and it approached 10 o'clock, Sun Zhengguo saw that it was almost time and arranged for someone to go to the hotel.
Because there are too many relatives, the mode of transportation has become cars, bicycles, and walking. Fortunately, it is not far from Fengzeyuan.
Half an hour later, all the relatives had basically arrived. Sun Zhengguo called his sister over and gave her a task.
"Zheng Hong, as usual, you will be the accountant."
"Alright! Bro, I'll take care of it."
Sun Zhenghong was good at using people; after receiving the task, she immediately pulled Li Chunni in to help.
Actually, according to Sun Zhengguo's own thinking, he didn't care to accept this money at all.
But these are all old traditions. Even if you don't accept them, people will still give them to you. The main point is to create a festive atmosphere.
Then Sun Zhengguo found Zhou Weimin, Sun Zhengan and others, took them to some private rooms, and told them which guests they would be led to which room.
After explaining everything, Sun Zhengguo went to the kitchen and brought two packs of cigarettes to the chefs.
When the head chef of Fengzeyuan saw that such a high-ranking leader had come in person and brought gifts, he immediately expressed his gratitude.
"Director Sun, please rest assured, I will personally cook today, and I guarantee that the dishes will satisfy you."
"Thank you, Master Wang. I'm sorry to have troubled you."
"No trouble at all, it's nothing, it's all the best I can do."
As the head chef of Fengzeyuan Restaurant, Wang Yijun had met many high-ranking officials and dignitaries throughout his life.
But this was the first time he had met such a young and polite cadre as Sun Zhengguo, because the other party did not have that arrogance and contempt.
In addition, his good friend He Daqing had put in a good word for him, so he took this banquet very seriously.
Soon, when it was 11 o'clock, guests began to arrive one after another.
These people were mostly subordinates of their work units, and of course, there were also some friends. Sun Zhengguo and his wife were at the door, and they all expressed their welcome.
Then he handed it over to his younger brother and the others, letting them take it wherever they wanted.
At this time, the Chen family from the courtyard also arrived, and they were the only family invited by the courtyard.
"Zhengguo, Xiaowei, congratulations to your family on the birth of your daughter! May all your wishes come true."
Sun Zhengguo replied politely, "Thank you, thank you! Aunt Chen, Brother Guangming and Sister-in-law, please come in."
Ning Xiaowei added, "Thank you for your blessings, Aunt Chen. Please come in."
"Okay, okay, you guys are busy, don't worry about us."
As she spoke, Aunt Chen led her son, daughter-in-law, and children inside without needing anyone to guide them.
After entering, Aunt Chen first paid 20 yuan as a gift, and then found a place to sit down in the hall.
It must be said that Aunt Chen and her family were quite perceptive; they didn't have unrealistic ambitions and barged into the private room right away.
Not long after Aunt Chen went inside, several uninvited guests arrived at the door.
The reason they were considered uninvited guests was because Sun Zhengguo hadn't invited them.
But now that the person had arrived, Sun Zhengguo couldn't very well hit the smiling man.
The people standing at the door were He Daqing, Xu Damao, Liu Haizhong, Liu Gen, and Dongzi.
After exchanging pleasantries, Sun Zhengguo was quite polite and arranged for his younger brother to take them inside.
Next came the appearance of some prominent figures.
For example, Li Shengli and his entourage, leaders of several major steel rolling mills, leaders of the Iron and Steel Research Institute, leaders of the Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Institute, leaders of the Power Bureau, leaders of Dongcheng District, street offices, and so on.
After arranging these people, Sun Zhengguo knew that some important guests were about to arrive.
Sure enough, the first people to appear were Minister Bai and his wife from the Ministry of Metallurgy.
You should know that people who bring their wives are usually very close to each other.
After the two of them arrived, Minister Bai was very casual and made jokes.
"Zhengguo, Xiaowei, although I have already congratulated you before, I want to say it again now: I wish Yueyue a healthy and beautiful growth."
Zhang Nan added, "Then I wish Yueyue a carefree and peaceful life."
"Thank you, thank you, Minister and Madam." Sun Zhengguo's mouth was stretched into a wide grin as he politely shook hands with Minister Bai.
Ning Xiaowei replied politely, "Thank you, Uncle Bai and Aunt Bai. Please come inside."
Because someone had to be at the entrance at this time, the two were led inside by Zhou Weimin.
Immediately afterwards, Minister Li of the Ministry of Machinery, along with his wife, arrived at the hotel.
However, Minister Li was different from Minister Bai; he was followed by several other people, all of whom were members of the Standing Committee of the Ministry.
After some polite exchanges, Sun Zhengguo personally led the person inside.
no way?
Because there are quite a few people in this group, and the workload is substantial, it wouldn't be appropriate to send anyone else.
Guests continued to arrive, and Sun Zhengguo continued to receive Director Yu and his wife from the General Office, as well as Deputy Director Qin.
Next came Uncle Yang, Ning Dazhuang, and their group...
Even the Ministry of Commerce sent a vice minister to show his support today.
After being introduced by Director Jiang of the Foreign Trade Department, Sun Zhengguo very politely welcomed them inside.
However, seeing that all the guests had arrived, Sun Zhengguo did not go in but waited at the door.
Ning Xiaowei was puzzled and asked curiously, "Zhengguo, who are we waiting for?"
"Wife, wait a little longer, there might be a pleasant surprise."
Sun Zhengguo was also unsure, so he could only try to appease his wife first.
It's great if they come, but if they don't, so be it.
To everyone's surprise, less than a minute after he finished speaking, a Hongqi sedan slowly pulled up at the door, and then a person got out of the car.
Upon seeing the newcomer, Sun Zhengguo quickly went to greet him, "Secretary-General Jin, welcome, welcome!"
"Comrade Zhengguo! Am I not late?" Secretary-General Jin asked politely.
"Secretary Jin, you're too kind. Your presence is an honor for me. The timing is perfect. Please come in."
"etc."
As Secretary-General Jin spoke, he took out two sheets of Xuan paper from his bag and handed them to Sun Zhengguo.
"Comrade Zhengguo, those two couldn't come in person for various reasons, so they asked me to bring you a gift. See if you like it?"
"Thank you, thank you for your concern, leader."
Sun Zhengguo waited for so long, wasn't that all for this!
Therefore, he quickly took the gift and slowly unfolded one of the cards.
The inscription reads: "Possessing the qualities of orchids and the talent of poets."
Looking at the signature below, Sun Zhengguo smiled, and then he unfolded another sheet.
He wrote a lot on this sheet, but he still read it carefully.
After reading it and then looking at the signature, Sun Zhengguo was in a great mood and almost laughed out loud.
I never expected that something I've been longing for for so many years would finally come to me today. It really wasn't easy.
Thinking back to the gifts his sister received when she got married, he was incredibly envious at the time.
Today I not only got it, but I got it twice.
“Excellent calligraphy. I really like these two pieces. Secretary-General Jin, please convey my daughter’s thanks to the two leaders.” Sun Zhengguo said while folding the Xuan paper.
He moved with extreme caution, as if afraid of accidentally breaking it.
Secretary-General Kim nodded in satisfaction, "I'm glad you like it, I'm glad you like it!"
"I'm sorry, I got too caught up in the pleasantries. Secretary-General Jin, please come in." After putting away the Xuan paper, Sun Zhengguo gestured for him to come in.
"Okay, okay, let's do it together."
Secretary-General Kim was very accommodating, and the two then entered the hotel.
The banquet officially began.
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