Chapter Seven May 1930

The faces of both individuals were darkened, and they appeared extremely solemn

It was later proven that the Li family was not skilled in warfare; otherwise, with some effort, they might have become a powerful force beyond the borders. Fortunately, they seized a small opportunity for themselves and prospered during the two Northern Expeditions, successfully becoming unscrupulous merchants

She was struck on the head by a brick and transported through time on February 14, 1930

Even if the young ladies are still just young girls, their common topics inevitably revolve around hairstyles, clothing, perfumes, jewelry, and trends. Their maturity and reading experience are not yet sufficient to participate in highbrow literary gatherings; at this stage, they likely only read others' poetry and prose and then critique them among themselves. It must be said that the lives of today's young girls resemble some of the English classical novels they have read. Young girls have social needs, such as tea parties, poetry gatherings, book clubs, and even interest groups.

It turns out that Zhang Dashuai also came from a bandit background, confirming that great heroes emerge in chaotic times

Another major gossip is that Lord Li was once a son-in-law by marriage

Poor Li Jiajun has only known the phrase "A Lin sister fell from the sky" since childhood. I wonder if singing it in public during this era of diverse voices and distinct musical genres would lead to a brutal backlash

Certainly, this is not her hobby; it is just that any slight political topic now could save her life. She has lost hope in her knowledge of modern history and can only grasp whatever little she can.

Oh, young lady, it is the first time I realize that your life is actually a comedy. You are undoubtedly the most loyal member of the FFF group in history. I truly have no words left for you! All I can do is shed countless tears, sob sob sob!

There are times when you cry

She has always liked pairing long coats with short skirts, leggings, and ankle boots. In this regard, the tailoring and shoemaking of the Republic of China were truly commendable. As long as it was for esteemed guests, everything was handcrafted without any compromise, and the details were nothing short of perfect. Wearing such outfits exudes an extraordinary sense of elegance. Coupled with some bold color clashes and mix-and-match styles, it even made the second brother consider becoming a fashion journalist

"The battle has begun, are you not afraid?" asked the lady.

To this day, she has not figured out what kind of official her father is; she only knows that he is involved in the business of arms and food, a powerful figure profiting from war. Moreover, it seems that he was once entangled with bandits. Her ancestors did not have a smooth experience as landlords; the world was too chaotic, and when they could no longer sustain themselves, some branches of the family resorted to becoming bandits, commonly referred to as "beards." In this brief yet glorious career as a bandit, they unexpectedly developed a subtle connection with the former General Zhang.

"What does the engagement banquet of a young girl have to do with us?" asked the matron, still composed.

Cheng Sizhu, her classmate, is only sixteen, and she is actually going to get engaged

The lady glanced at her, somewhat satisfied: "The third one is starting to show some promise."

It is as if one wishes to wrap oneself in all the trendy elements available

Wow, Miss Li San was once the enchanting female lead who fought for an actor!

Heaven pity, not to mention that the Huagu Opera, which once dominated her hometown's theatrical scene, is completely different from Peking Opera. Even if you combine her two lifetimes, she has never watched a complete performance. Even when the brother sings in "Farewell My Concubine," she only listens while jumping. The frightening thing is that now there is a fervor for Peking Opera all around her

Although only he knows this, Li Jiajun, who draws conclusions while holding a calendar, feels embarrassed to go out all day. Life is already hard enough; the original owner of this body has left, yet it still inflicts such mental torment. Living is too exhausting.

Oh? The lady took a sip of tea, "Why?"

It is still not clear in detail, but isn't it all just for the so-called meager power of the central government? Second Brother looked very disdainful, "They have all gone mad. Yan Laoxi, Feng Yuxiang, Li Zongren, all have started fighting with Jiang Zhongzheng. It is quite a commotion; I can't even imagine how chaotic the Central Plains are right now"

In contrast, Li Jiajun's attire has garnered praise from numerous gentlemen, especially from his second brother. As spring arrives and the young ladies begin to habitually adopt the Taobao style, this girl, who once seemed only fit to be hidden away in a doghouse, has now become someone worthy of admiration.

In the blink of an eye, spring has arrived in Shenyang. The spring in the north still carries a slight chill, yet the young women have donned beautiful attire. Those from ordinary families wear plain padded jackets and cotton trousers, while others sport wide-brimmed floral skirts. The majority are dressed in classical and loose-fitting qipaos, complemented by capes or overcoats, strolling through People's Square, exuding a fashionable aura reminiscent of the legendary Champs-Élysées.

Killed by oneself on Valentine's Day

Li Jiajun thought for a moment, and seeing his two older brothers walking in, he couldn't help but raise his voice to respond: "I'm afraid! I'm afraid that we Chinese will exhaust ourselves in internal strife, and it will be the Japanese who reap the fruits of victory! I'm so scared I want to bite you!"

Men are generally more ordinary, with long running jackets, short padded trousers, and suits paired with overcoats. Most wear a type of round hat, along with very artistic apple hats, which are quite stylish and fashionable

Elder brother, with a step: "What are you going to do?"

In that era, the Qing Dynasty had already declined, and the so-called noble princes among the Eight Banners were everywhere. The servants no longer remembered the specific surname of the first lady; they only knew that initially, Master Li had married into the first lady's royal residence. However, after Master Li became wealthy, he moved out with the first lady, and soon after, the royal residence quickly fell into ruin. The reason was that the first lady's father had developed a smoking addiction.

The two individuals stepped forward to give a small bow to the lady, hesitating as they stood by the sofa. The elder brother pursed his lips, while the younger brother's lips moved as if he wanted to say something but did not know how to express it: "The banquet tonight has been canceled"

Due to the presence of various peculiar shapes and forms, the men and women of the early 1930s appear to be much more open-minded than those in modern times... At least, Li Jiajun would not have dared to go out wearing a qipao, high heels, a mink coat, lace gloves, and a floral hat adorned with a mosquito net back then

The madam could not be bothered anymore, and Mr. Li seemed to want to prove something by generously providing cigarettes to Li Jiajun. Poor Li Jiajun, who originally found great joy in competing with his elder brother and sister at home over this high-end, sophisticated hobby reminiscent of a young marshal, did not expect that just as the situation regarding smoking became clear, he would be hit with a brick from hetushucomcom, attracting a "fool" who knew nothing of the nuances and was determined to quit smoking at all costs.

It is also the fate of this body to be thus

Fortunately, there are always some circles that do not place much importance on these matters, such as the "socialite" circle she is currently involved in

Li Jiajun could not help but wonder whether his past smoking addiction had any connection to his grandfather

Should we always be on high alert in the future? It's too torturous; it's not that she doesn't love traditional culture, she just prefers action-packed war films

Thus, the little smoker Li Jiajun became an awkward yet fortunate presence in the family

I don't want to star in a war film! I don't even want to be a supporting role

Li Jiajun is not particularly interested in these matters; she is more interested in certain political topics

As the fiancé of a high-ranking official's daughter, he is naturally an exceptional young man. Their families arranged for a brief meeting before the engagement was set, and the engagement banquet invited numerous prominent social figures. This can be considered the first high-class banquet that Li Jiajun has attended in his life. Even the matriarch personally emerged from the prayer room to enhance Li Jiajun's etiquette and social skills. Ai Jia, who had always placed great importance on these aspects since childhood, found that her current learning was merely supplementary. The two sat in the living room, sipping tea and chatting, with an atmosphere so pleasant that even the two women, who had once been at odds, couldn't help but smile.

Li Jiajun had not yet taken a seat; standing straight, he pondered for a moment but still felt a bit confused. The interior? Then it wouldn't be the Three Eastern Provinces. How did the conflict start? Don't tell me the July 7 Incident happened before the September 18 Incident! Otherwise, she would immediately end up in a mental hospital.

After attending various types of gatherings just once to try them out, she no longer participated. In fact, most of the time, she was just smiling and observing from the sidelines, playing the role of a background figure, except for that one time when she organized a viewing... She fell asleep

At this moment, the elder brother and the second brother returned. Jin He opened the door, while the first lady remained seated without moving. Li Jiajun stood up to greet them, just as he was about to subtly flaunt his success in winning over the first lady, he immediately retracted his smile upon seeing their expressions.

www.hetushu.com.com Li Jiawen, you fool, are you still watching from the sidelines and feeling pleased?

On a day in early May, Li Jiajun had just returned from having dinner at his mother Aunt Zhang's small mansion, and he saw another invitation at the Li family mansion.

Yet she managed to persevere, embarking on a new life that belongs to Li Jiajun, a lifestyle characteristic of the upper-middle-class socialites in Shenyang

Li Jiajun, relying on her self-proclaimed confusion, asked questions and groped around. Two months later, she seemed to have regained some semblance of normalcy, and her life was somewhat back on track, yet it had not returned to the trajectory of her former life. The difference lay in the fact that she was no longer a mere ticket holder.

After starting school, everything followed the Gregorian calendar, and she finally breathed a sigh of relief, casting aside the lunar calendar that she could hardly calculate even with her fingers. She began to sort out the days since she arrived here, and ultimately, after considering various clues, she reached a rather awkward conclusion

Oh, look at our Northeast Army, strong and well-equipped. Let’s write a report to inspire the masses, it will feel good in our hearts

At the beginning of the year, Mr. Mei Lanfang performed in the United States, captivating the audience. Since then, the popularity of Peking Opera has soared, akin to the allure of stars. Initially regarded merely as a form of entertainment, it has now reached a point where merely watching is considered outdated, and not being able to engage in a few lines is simply seen as extremely lowbrow.

Now that Master Li's business has grown significantly and his sons have also become successful, he has not shown any intention of designating an heir to inherit his legacy. This piques her curiosity, but the thoughts of such a master are not something that the gossiping servants dare to speculate on.

Hehe. Li Jiajun smiled ingratiatingly.

At this critical juncture, the fact that there is still such a civil war infuriated Li Jiajun, who felt a surge of anger within. It was easy to fight against one's own people, but why did they not resist when the Japanese came? A bunch of trash!

The old smoker is the leg that was pedaled years ago

No one is left, the Young Marshal is stationed here, so the fire won't reach us. However, everyone inside is watching. We have well-trained troops, ample supplies of food and ammunition, and to those people inside, aren't we just letting things rot? Father has already prepared to stay at the Chamber of Commerce, and the Young Marshal has gathered a group of people, probably to hold meetings for many days. " Second Brother said, but he saw Elder Brother already walking inside. "Hey, Brother, wait for me. I'll go to the camp with you in a bit."

She is afraid that Aijia will see.

Hehe. Li Jiajun silently sat down to drink tea.

What caused the fight to break out? It seems to have originated from within the borders, yet the lady remains quite composed

This incident was quite sensational at the time. Lord Li had long lost both parents, and the First Lady had also lost her mother at a young age. It can be said that the only proper elder was the old prince. Lord Li was in the prime of his career, yet due to his wife's insistence, he could only watch helplessly as his father-in-law descended into madness and died from the inability to smoke opium, all while saving money. Public opinion was in an uproar, with very few praising the First Lady's righteousness; instead, most were criticizing the couple for their heartlessness and unfilial behavior. Their already shaky marital relationship plummeted to an all-time low, with the First Lady retreating to seclusion to practice Buddhism, while Lord Li openly began to favor Concubine Zhang.

"What has happened, where is the master?" The madam remained as still as a mountain, holding the tea and inquiring in a deep voice

Within the borders, a conflict has erupted

The old prince was originally a fallen noble, living a life of depression. Perhaps his greatest pride was that his daughter married a wealthy and promising son-in-law. However, little did he expect to encounter a heartless daughter who would rather see him dead than allow him to smoke. After struggling for a short while, he aged rapidly.

The madam is actually a princess!

Unfortunately, Li Jiajun does not provide street photography

The Li brothers stopped in their tracks and turned around, looking at her in surprise

This caused a greater sensation than her being a backdrop at various parties, and it was only when Cheng Sizhu inquired that she remembered it

It is said that Lord Li is indifferent to his father-in-law's "refinement"; he would give some money if asked. However, the madam does not allow it. Her stance is that she will not permit the indulgence of your illegitimate daughter, as people say I am being abusive. Therefore, I will not take responsibility; my father smoking opium is considered unfilial, yet I must intervene!

Falling asleep while watching a performance is simply unacceptable for an audience member It is a disgrace to culture and a violation of moral principles

With this thought, her mind paused again. No, if she didn't embrace a more artistic and refreshing style, in the future, even if she wanted to avoid action-packed war films, it would be impossible.

Li Jiajun's life here began in such a mundane manner