My younger brother Lü Fengxian

Chapter 143: Passionate Literary Uncle
"How can Cai, a criminal, accept the courtesy of the county magistrate?"

Wang Zhi and Wang Li treated Cai Yong with such courtesy.

But Cai Yong had a calm expression and remained unmoved.

"Uh...this..." Wang Li saw that Cai Yong did not play by the rules and obviously did not like him. He did not know what was going on and stood there awkwardly for a moment, looking at Wang Zhi in a daze.

"Haha, everyone knows that Mr. Bo Ji was framed by the treacherous minister Yang Qiu and was unjustly convicted. With your great talent and the weight you hold in the emperor's heart, you will surely be cleared of your grievances and return to the court soon."

Cai Yong's behavior made Wang Zhi, who was eager to curry favor with him, feel a little embarrassed and his smile faded a little.

However, Yang Qiu was not only Cai Yong's political enemy but also the number one enemy of his brother Wang Fu. On the surface, Wang Zhi was impressed by Cai Yong's talent.

But in fact, he was attracted by Cai Yong's reputation and connections, hoping to form a political alliance with him to deal with Yang Qiu and the forces behind him.

Therefore, even though he was met with a cold shoulder from Cai Yong, he still suppressed his anger and spoke flattering words to Cai Yong.

"In that case, I will accept the good words of Governor Wang."

Cai Yong, however, remained indifferent.

"County Magistrate Wang, why are you still standing in the hall like an idiot? Take a seat quickly. You have no manners at all!"

Wang Zhi was angered by Cai Yong's attitude, but he had no way to vent his anger on Cai Yong. He could only vent his anger on his cousin.

"My Lord Governor, you are teaching me a lesson. I am the one who has been reckless! I will take my seat right away."

Wang Li had no choice but to sit down obediently without complaining.

Seeing this, Wang Zhi vented his anger and felt much better.

Cai Yong's eyes suddenly caught sight of someone standing in the hall, so he asked curiously.

"It seems that Governor Wang has another distinguished guest visiting?"

"I dare not hide the truth. The man in the hall is Lü Yi, the head of the Ninth Courtyard. My brother, the County Magistrate of Jiuyuan, came to report to me this time. He heard that this man was brave and took him with him to protect him. He is not an honored guest."

Wang Zhi naturally would not take the initiative to reveal the evidence that Lu Yi came to bribe him. He just made up an excuse and spoke in a disrespectful manner to Lu Yi.

"Lv Yi?" Cai Yong suddenly raised his eyebrows when he heard this, and his gloomy expression changed for the first time.

"Could it be the eldest brother, Lü Yi, or Lü Sixiao, of the Jiuyuan Lü brothers, who were famous for their bravery and chivalry in Bingzhou?"

Since Cai Yong offended Yang Qiu, he had to take refuge in Wuyuan County for a long time. He had long heard of the reputation of the two brothers Lu Yi and Lu Bu.

In the Han Dynasty, transportation basically relied on walking, communication basically relied on shouting, and public security basically relied on dogs.

A person's reputation is his best business card.

Although Cai Yong was a scholar, he was open-minded and admired heroes like Lu Yi who were able to fight against foreign invaders with a righteous heart.

"Oh? I didn't expect that this little Jiuyuan Pavilion Chief would have such a reputation and be heard of by Mr. Bo Ji."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhi began to look up to the little character whom he had not cared about before, and asked Wang Li in the hall.

He had just taken office in Wuyuan County not long ago and did not have as deep of an understanding of the situation in Bingzhou as Wang Li.

"Mr. Bo Ji is right. The person in the hall is Lu Yi."

When Wang Li saw that his men were praised by Cai Yong, he couldn't help but look proud.

"Since this is a great hero, why doesn't Governor Wang invite him to the table?"

Cai Yong nodded upon hearing this and gave Wang Zhi a suggestion.

"Mr. Bo Ji has given an order, and Wang will obey it!" "Come here, summon Lü Tingzhang to the table immediately."

When Wang Zhi saw that Cai Yong's attitude had changed, he immediately sent the old slave behind him to summon Lu Yi.

"Young man, it seems that what I said is true. Your luck has come!"

I don't know if it's because of Lu Yi's filial piety or Lu Yi's attitude, but the old slave now treats Lu Yi well and laughs.

"My master's distinguished guest has taken a special liking to you, and my master has specially invited you to the banquet. It's rare for a pavilion chief to be able to attend my master's banquet!"

"Come with me now!"

"Distinguished guest?" Lu Yi heard this word several times along the way. Now seeing that his situation seemed to be thanks to this distinguished guest, he could not help but secretly remember this person in his heart.

"Jiuyuan Pavilion Chief Lu Yi pays his respects to Governor Wang." After arriving in the hall, Lu Yi observed etiquette strictly, leaving Wang Zhi with nothing to complain about.

Cai Yong, who was standing by, couldn't help but admire the heroic young man in front of him even more.

"Well, you are a guest, so please check in."

"Thank you, sir, for the invitation to sit down." Lu Yi clasped his fists again and then sat down.

"The governor has never invited anyone lower than the county magistrate to his banquet. It is thanks to Mr. Bo Ji's kind words that Mr. Lu can be the governor's guest. Why don't you toast Mr. Bo Ji to show your gratitude?"

Wang Li wanted to help Lu Yi who followed him, and immediately laughed and livened up the atmosphere.

"Mr. Bo Ji!?" Lu Yi was stunned when he heard this, and looked up at the elegant middle-aged scholar opposite him.

When Cai Yong saw Lu Yi looking at him, he smiled back.

His attitude was completely different from the one he showed to Wang Zhi, who was a eunuch. Wang Zhi couldn't help but snort coldly when he saw this.

The names of Cai Yong and Cai Boqi may not be known to later generations.

But thanks to her daughter, Lu Yi still had a deep impression of her.

His daughter was Cai Wenji, the tragic and talented woman who created the Eighteen Beats of the Hujia.

Lu Yi's current status is limited and he is still too isolated from the news. He did not expect to meet the famous Cai Yong when he came to Wuyuan County to seek connections.

Although Cai Yong had literary talent, he was too impulsive. Because he was treated with courtesy by Dong Zhuo and mourned for him after his death, he was killed by Diao Chan's adoptive father Wang Yun.

"It seems that Cai Yong admires me very much. I wonder why?" Lu Yi was puzzled, but he immediately put on a respectful look and toasted Cai Yong.

"It turns out that it was Mr. Bo Ji who spoke well of me. I have the audacity to borrow the governor's wine to offer you a toast."

"Haha, Sixiao is a young hero. He has fought against the barbarians several times and defended his hometown. This is a noble act. I admire warriors like Sixiao the most. I only regret that I am too weak and old to do anything. Otherwise, I would have followed Sixiao's example!"

Seeing Lu Yi toasting, Cai Yong drank with him out of respect, which made Wang Zhi's face look even uglier.

"A passionate, literary young man?

When Lu Yi heard this, he suddenly realized something and a word popped up in his mind.

Wang Zhi saw that the banquet he was hosting to entertain Cai Yong was about to turn into a scene for Cai Yong and Lu Yi to get to know each other regardless of their age difference. While he was getting angry, he suddenly had an idea.

"Haha, I didn't expect that Mr. Bo Ji actually likes martial arts. I have nothing to do here. I am not talented enough, but I am willing to personally dance with the sword for Mr. Bo Ji to help him get in the mood for drinking."

Having said that, Wang Zhi did not wait for Cai Yong to answer. He walked into the hall on his own, drew his sword and started dancing.

(End of this chapter)