Northern Prefecture Rivers and Mountains

Chapter 24 Celebrities
It was only then that Diao Kui glanced at Liu Daogui, but his expression gradually became gloomy.

In his opinion, he had already given Liu Daogui a lot of face, and being rejected in public would undoubtedly be a loss of face in front of the distinguished guest.

Immediately, several servants came forward with swords in hand.

Snap, snap, snap...

The scholar nearby applauded and laughed, "You remain unmoved by poverty and humbleness, a true hero. I'll pay for the 30,000 yuan."

"Brother Zhiyuan..." Diao Kui was slightly surprised.

Not only was he surprised, but Liu Daogui was also surprised. It was completely beyond his imagination that a stranger could help to this extent.

"If Bodao doesn't want to, then forget it." The scholar stood up and was about to leave.

Diao Kui quickly said, "Brother Zhiyuan has spoken, how dare I disobey? Humph, you two brothers have met an honorable person. If it weren't for Brother Zhiyuan's plea, you two would never leave this place today!"

Liu Daogui quickly saluted the scholar and said, "Sir, your righteousness is unwavering. My two brothers will remember it in our hearts. May I ask your name?"

Although he was being polite, he felt more and more disdainful of Diao Kui in his heart.

No wonder Diao fell from a first-rank noble family to a second-rank one. If it were someone else at this time, they would have pretended to be magnanimous and waived the 30,000 coins in order to show their magnanimity in front of this distinguished guest.

Instead, he threatened Liu Daogui, exposing his petty and narrow-minded nature.

"Wang Mi, from the Wang family of Langya." This man was also very generous and did not care about the gap between the families. He stepped forward to support Liu Daogui and said with a pleasant face, "No need to be so polite."

The Wang family of Langya, descendants of Prime Minister Wang Dao...

Liu Daogui was extremely surprised. The Wang family of Langya had been prosperous until now, and it was indeed because of their unique features.

"This jade ruyi is worth some money. Let's use it to settle the debt." Wang Mi handed the ruyi in his hand to Diao Kui.

Whether in terms of material, style or workmanship, this Ruyi is the best of the best and it is no problem to sell it for one hundred thousand yuan.

Diao Kui was also a man who knew the value of the item. He quickly took it with both hands and kept praising Mosuo, "Hahaha, the things of Wang family of Langya are indeed extraordinary. I have finally seen it today."

"It's getting late today. I will report your request to my brother, and you will get the position of Governor of Guangzhou soon." Wang Mi smiled.

Liu Daogui knew something about the court structure.

I have long known that Diao Kui was plotting to seize the position of Governor of Guangzhou. Today, he finally got what he wanted by getting close to the Wang family of Langya.

At present, the secret struggle between Sima Daozi, Wang Guobao and Wang Gong and Yin Zhongkan is in full swing. Both sides are trying to win over the nobles of all sizes. The Diao family is also a powerful family in Jingkou and Guangling, and is also within the scope of winning over.

"From now on, the entire Diao family will obey Brother Zhiyuan's orders. Quick, bring Liu...Liu Yu up." Diao Kui's brows were filled with joy.

After being appointed as the governor of Guangzhou and holding a salary of two thousand stones, Diao's family status rose significantly.

Not long after, Liu Yu was carried up by four servants.

In just one day and one night, the man was tortured beyond recognition.

The sackcloth was covered in shocking bloodstains, and his hair was disheveled. It was unclear whether he was dead or alive.

Liu Daogui was very anxious and rushed forward. Fortunately, the man was breathing evenly, so he must have just fainted.

After checking up and down, I found that my arms and legs were not broken, and I felt relieved.

The most frightening thing is that the Diao family will break my limbs, leaving me disabled and useless...

"I am deeply grateful for Mr. Diao's kindness and will always remember it in my heart." Liu Daogui bowed and said this in a sonorous and powerful voice.

If it weren't for Wang Mi's help, Liu Yu would have survived but would have been left with a disability...

The Liu family's grudges are clear, and a gentleman's revenge is never too late. Diao Kui's mind was entirely on Wang Mi and Yu Ruyi, and he didn't take the two brothers seriously at all. He didn't hear the hidden meaning of this sentence, and shook his hand, "Humph, next time, there will be no such good things."

Wang Mi waved his hand, and the servants behind the water pavilion came forward to help support Liu Yu.

Diao Kui followed Wang Mi all the way out of Diao's mansion, and kept saying flattering words along the way.

Wang Mi responded intermittently.

In this situation, Liu Daogui had many words to express his gratitude to Wang Mi, but he couldn't say them.

After leaving Diao's house, Diao Kui attentively helped Wang Mi get on the ox cart.

Liu Huaisu, Meng Longfu, Liu Zun and others stepped forward, supporting Liu Yu and following behind the ox cart. After walking a long way, Liu Daogui said, "I have never met the prince before. I wonder why the prince is helping me?"

The hooves of cattle clattered on the bluestone slabs.

The ruts squeaked.

Wang Mi sat upright, his face showing no trace of his previous laziness. "Brother Qing should be a hero of his generation."

At dusk, the sun sets, the alleys are slanted with shadows, and ox carts pass by, covering the ground with golden color.

Liu Daogui was speechless for a moment, his heart surging with emotion. If these words came from someone else, they would naturally be flattering nonsense, but who was Wang Mi? The grandson of Prime Minister Wang Dao, from the Wang clan of Langya...

With the status and power of the Wang family of Langya, there was no need for them to curry favor with the impoverished Liu family.

Even Liu Laozhi, who is currently in the limelight, has to be respectful in front of him.

Metaphysics was popular in the Wei and Jin dynasties, and the art of judging people was also a prominent subject.

When Huan Wen led an army of over 10,000 to attack Cheng Han, everyone in the court and the country thought it was impossible. Only Jiangxia Prime Minister Yuan Qiao and Shizhong Liu Xuan believed that this battle would be won. Later, Huan Wen did destroy Cheng Han.

After Huan Wen came to power, he commented on Xie Xuan and Wang Xun: "At forty, Xie Yuan will surely hold the banner and staff. Wang Yuan should be a black-headed official. Both are talented!"

Later, Xie Xuan really took the lead in the Northern Expedition and recovered the lost territories. Wang Xun, who was less than forty years old, had already become an important minister of the prime minister and was deeply trusted by the emperor.

"Your Excellency is joking..." Liu Daogui did not get carried away and just listened to these words.

"Then just treat it as a joke." Wang Mi stretched and reclined back on the ox cart. "The court is considering re-employing the Northern Palace Army. The Tianshi Dao group is too powerful to be eliminated. You two brothers are from the Pengcheng Liu family. You are brave and strong and have great respect in the army. You should join the army early and serve the country."

"Thank you for your guidance, Your Majesty!"

There is a lot of information contained in these few sentences.

First, it can be confirmed that the court really wants to reuse the Northern Army this time. In the past, when Xie Xuan was transferred back to Jingkou, the court also reported several times that it wanted to reuse the Northern Army, but they were all just rumors. Now that it is said from the mouth, it can be basically confirmed.

Secondly, the court relied heavily on the Northern Army, not only to prevent internal strife, but also to prevent the Tianshi Dao from causing chaos.

Nowadays, one can doubt the integrity and ability of those who can climb into the imperial court, but one must never doubt their intelligence and vision.

The threat from the Hu people was far away, but the threat from the Tianshi Dao was in Kuaiji County, right under their noses.

The emperor and Sima Daozi might not be able to see it, but there were always people in the court who noticed some clues.

"Go back and recuperate early. If you encounter any trouble in the future, send someone to inform the palace in Wuyi Lane, Jiankang." Wang Mi did not have the arrogance and domineering attitude of a child from a noble family.

You know, associating with people from poor families will lower his reputation.

Turning the corner of the alley, the ox cart rumbled as it headed westward, leisurely and comfortable.

Perhaps this is a true celebrity. Liu Daogui watched him for a long time before returning to the outer city with everyone else.

(End of this chapter)