My younger brother Lü Fengxian

Chapter 144: Getting to the point
Wang Zhi is fat and his martial arts skills are poor.

It was called sword dancing, but even the way of holding the sword was wrong, which made Lu Yi, who had mastered the memories and instincts of his predecessor, frown.

But Wang Zhi himself thought he was carefree and relaxed, and was enjoying it, not caring at all whether other people could bear it or not.

Seeing Wang Zhi jumping up and down in the hall because of his self-importance, not only Cai Yong and Lu Yi felt embarrassed.

Even his cousin Wang Li had an expression of endurance on his face. He wanted to laugh but didn't dare to, and it was very difficult.

"Haha, Wang has been in a high position for a long time and has not practiced swordsmanship often. I am sorry to make you laugh."

After a long time, Wang Zhi was exhausted. He heaved a long sigh of satisfaction and returned to his seat with light steps.

He also did not forget to show humility to everyone.

But it is called humility when awesome people admit that they are not good enough.

You, Wang Zhi, are really bad in yourself, so saying this can only be called honesty.

Therefore, after this statement was made, Cai Yong and Lu Yi had an even worse impression of him, and his cousin Wang Li also felt even more miserable.

"Well, the swordsmanship of Wang Taishou is extraordinary, which really opened my eyes." Cai Yong suddenly took a look at the extraordinary sword on Lu Yi's waist, and his heart was moved. He said, "It's just that I have heard of Sixiao's great name for a long time, and he is also famous for his swordsmanship. I wonder if you can also dance in class and let me see it for yourself?"

"This..." Lu Yi himself was not so shy and did not dare to perform in class, but now it was Wang Zhi's territory, and he had something to ask of him, so he could not agree to it without permission. Therefore, he looked at Wang Zhi hesitantly.

"Haha, since Mr. Bo Ji wants to watch, why are you holding back, Chief Lu? Just dance. If you dance with the sword well and Mr. Bo Ji enjoys it, this prefect will give you a big reward!" Wang Zhi tried his best to show his truth, goodness and beauty in front of Cai Yong. Upon seeing this, he immediately waved his hand, signaling Lu Yi to let go.

"In that case, I will show you my ugliness!"

Lu Yi bowed to everyone and slowly stood up from his seat. After arriving in the hall, he did not immediately draw his sword and dance, but closed his eyes and began to think.

"Well, Wang Zhi is narrow-minded. Even if the predecessor's swordsmanship is not outstanding, it can be called a small achievement. Naturally, he cannot compare with me. If I steal his limelight, he will definitely be jealous. I guess I won't be able to get the position of Xiaolian in Wuyuan County next year!"

"However, Cai Yong is in person. This person is a famous scholar that even Wang Zhi wants to curry favor with. Although he lost power before, he has now been pardoned by Emperor Ling. Although he has not been reinstated, he has been allowed to return to his hometown. Moreover, his old friends are either from aristocratic families or powerful people in the court. Therefore, if we have the opportunity to show our face in front of him, we cannot behave too poorly and affect the impression in his mind."

"It's really difficult!"

Thinking of this, Lu Yi couldn't help but look embarrassed.

This means that one has to appear ordinary and inconspicuous, but at the same time, one has to show something extraordinary in the ordinariness so that one can stand out in front of Cai Yong.

"But even if it's difficult, we have to do it!"

Lu Yi opened his eyes slightly, and his right hand quietly grasped the handle of the sword.

When he suddenly pulled out the sharp sword from the scabbard, which was shining with a dark light because of having drunk so much blood, a murderous aura spread from his body, frightening everyone in the hall.

Those present here are either former high-ranking officials of the imperial court or the heads of counties. How could they have the experience like Lu Yi of frequently going into battle and fighting against enemies including brutal foreign races?

However, Lu Yi's momentum came and went quickly.

After the momentum dissipated, Lu Yi began to dance with the sword slowly.

He did not perform any spectacular techniques.

Instead, they focus on the basic skills of stabbing, chopping, swinging, cutting, and picking.

Although his movements were slow, his years of experience and great strength enabled him to keep his movements precise and precise, just like a textbook.

It did not make Wang Zhi, who was only interested in showing off his skills but had poor basic skills, feel that Lu Yi was just a novice who knew basic swordsmanship. It also made Cai Yong, who did not know martial arts but had a wide range of friends and a unique vision, feel that there was something extraordinary in Lu Yi's ordinary sword moves.

Moreover, because Wang Zhi had been in a high position for many years, his figure was out of shape and he had a big belly. His body was also hollowed out by alcohol and sex, and his movements were weak and feeble.

In contrast, Lu Yi has a dignified appearance, a tall and straight stature, wears a cloth robe but looks dignified, and holds an iron sword but exudes murderous intent.

The two danced with swords one after another, and the winner could be immediately predicted by comparison.

Only Wang Zhi, who was unaware of his own ugly behavior in the situation, remained stubborn and stubborn, thinking that he was so handsome and heroic that people like Lu Yi could not compare to him.

"Lu Yi is showing off!"

After a moment, a set of basic sword techniques was completed. Lu Yi clasped his fists and bowed to everyone, then went straight back to his seat.

"Sixiao has a solid foundation and is truly a master with the sword!" Cai Yong nodded in appreciation. With his vision, he could naturally see that Lu Yi was extraordinary.

"Mr. Bo Ji is right. Although Chief Lu is not as good as this county magistrate, he is still pretty good among the young people!" Wang Zhi commented self-righteously, making Cai Yong despise him even more.

"Mr. Bo Ji and Magistrate Wang are too kind!" Lu Yi immediately sensed the disagreement between the two and wisely chose to talk less and eat more.

After the sword dance, the banquet did not heat up, but became even colder.

Cai Yong did not speak a word after that, and his contempt for Wang Zhi was almost clearly shown on his face.

Wang Zhi felt annoyed after being ignored by Cai Yong for so long, and his words became less respectful than before.

So, not long after, Cai Yong used the excuse that he was not drunk enough to return to his residence to rest, and left on his own, which made Wang Zhi very angry.

When Lu Yi saw that Wang Zhi was in a bad mood, he realized that it would be difficult to succeed if he discussed the matter of recommending a filial and honest official with him at this moment.

Therefore, he began to pretend to please Wang Zhi.

A few words of flattery that went against one's conscience immediately made Wang Zhi feel a little unhappy.

Wang Li, who was beside Lu Yi, saw that Cai Yong had left and that no one here was an outsider, so he told Wang Zhi about Lu Yi's plan to become Wang Zhi's disciple and buy Wang Zhi's right to recommend filial and honest officials.

We have already known this matter, but we still have to abide by the rules of the game.

"Master Lu wants to become my disciple? You should know that although I am the governor of Wuyuan County, I am not a big deal, but my elder brother Wang Fu is the emperor's close attendant, and not everyone can become my disciple!"

As soon as Wang Zhi opened his mouth, Lu Yi understood what he was thinking.

The Wang Fu and Wang Zhi groups hold great power.

There are countless people who want to curry their favor, but very few can truly catch their eye.

Or they can unite the strong and consolidate their political power.

Or it is a combination of power and money that allows them to cash in on the power in their hands.

As for the former, Lu Yi naturally had no way to deal with it.

But for the latter, Lu Yi is fully prepared and I believe that Wang Zhi will be satisfied.

(End of this chapter)