At the end of the Sui Dynasty

Chapter 30 Dinner Party ([-])

Hongyan Tower is one of the largest restaurants in Yi County, with a long history. It is said that the plaque of "Hongyan Tower" on the gate is still written by Gao Yang, the founding emperor of the Northern Qi Dynasty.

When Changsun Sheng and the Gao family came to the front of the Hongyan Tower, the local officials headed by Zhou County Magistrate had already greeted them, Zhao Mujian was also present, and a middle-aged man next to Zhao Mujian was particularly eye-catching, because this guy's bald head was so bright. Like a light bulb, with a neatly trimmed beard and a string of Buddhist beads around his neck, he would be a living Sha Monk.

But this guy was obviously not a monk, he didn't have a ring scar on his head, and he didn't wear cassock. He only wore black cloth clothes, dressed like an ordinary businessman, and always had a smile like Maitreya Buddha on his face.

Gao Kaishan frowned when he saw this person, Gao Bufan asked in a low voice: "Dad know that bald man?"

Gao Kaishan nodded and replied in a low voice: "This person is Ma Xingkong, the owner of Feiyu Racecourse."

Hearing the words, Gao Bufan couldn't help but look at the boss horse again, and it happened that the other party was also looking in this direction. When the two eyes met, Gao Bufan immediately responded with a harmless smile, showing two rows of white and neat teeth.Ma Xingkong was stunned for a moment, then nodded with a smile, he seemed to be a very kind person.

At this time Changsun Sheng, Zhou County Magistrate and other local officials had finished exchanging pleasantries, so they went to the Hongyan Tower first, the two brothers and sisters Changsun Wuji accompanied their father, and Gao Shilian was on the other side of Changsun Wugou, carefully holding the She is in the middle.Immediately afterwards, the elders of the Gao family went first, and then the younger generation, Gao Kaishan's temperament was relatively indifferent, so he walked slowly with his son Gao Bufan at the end.

At this time, the big bald head in the crowd quickly moved towards the father and son, and said with surprise on his face: "It turns out that Master Gao is also here to attend the dinner?"

Gao Kaishan nodded calmly, and asked, "Where's the owner of the racecourse?"

Ma Xingkong said cheerfully: "Thanks to the favor of my servant Shaoqing, I am fortunate enough to come here to open my eyes. By the way, Brother Gao came with General Changsun and the governors of the Gao clan. Could it be that they are also relatives of the Gao clan?"

Gao Kaishan said calmly: "Well, I come from the lineage of King Langya of the Northern Qi Dynasty."

Ma Xingkong's eyes flashed, his smile was a little forced and he said: "So that's the case, why didn't I hear Brother Gao mention it before?"

Gao Bufan said with a smile: "The ancestor is not a brand name, why keep talking about it, the fame of the ancestor is not his own ability, and those who have real ability don't need to rely on the ancestors to support them, such as the owner of a horse farm. No matter how big it is, it’s not that I haven’t mentioned who my ancestors are.”

Ma Xingkong was stunned for a moment, then raised his thumb and said: "Master Gao, this little brother must be your son. He is indeed a good-looking talent and can speak well. If my ancestors are famous, I will definitely talk about it every day, and everyone knows it, haha!"

Gao Bufan smiled: "Master Gao is really grumpy. If your boss can learn half of your heart and skills, there wouldn't be any trouble yesterday."

The corners of Ma Xingkong's mouth twitched imperceptibly, and he said with a straight face: "That Diao Nu came here to sell horses in Yan County on his own initiative, and even had a conflict with Mr. Gao. He really didn't know how to live or die. I have already punished him severely yesterday. I hope Master Gao and Young Master Gao are magnanimous, don't take it to heart, and I will hold a banquet to plead guilty to Master Gao in another day."

Gao Kaishan said calmly: "No need, it's a trivial matter, let's go in!" After speaking, he walked forward.

"The owner of the racecourse please!" Gao Bufan made a gesture of invitation very gracefully, letting the other party go first.

"Hehe, Mr. Gao will invite you first!" Ma Xingkong said cheerfully.

Gao Bufan didn't give in any more, he quickly caught up with his father Gao Kaishan, thinking secretly in his heart, this Ma Xingkong is undoubtedly a typical businessman, able to bend and stretch, but this person loves so much, he probably doesn't have a strong background, and Yufanghua is most likely a simple money-bank relationship, otherwise it would be impossible to recognize Sun Tzu so thoroughly.

In this way, Gao Bufan was relieved a lot. Since Yu Wenhua and Ma Xingkong didn't have a deep relationship, he shouldn't make great efforts to help him, and he wouldn't risk breaking his face with Changsun Sheng to help him, so Now, what bothers Gao Bufan the most is the two dead soldiers. Who wants to put his father and son to death?What is the motivation?
Gao Bufan walked and pondered, and unconsciously entered the lobby of Hongyan Tower.Although the Hongyan Building has only three floors, it covers an extremely large area. The middle is a patio, with a high platform. The second and third floors are equipped with guardrails, so you can watch the high platform in the middle by leaning on the railing.At this time, the surroundings of the high platform have been arranged, and the pillars are covered with lanterns and colored flags. It seems that there will be a song and dance performance for tonight's banquet. From this, it can be seen that in order to cleanse Changsun Sheng, Magistrate Zhou, It can be said that it has paid enough.

Gao Bufan was looking around when he heard the sound of the stairs, and a group of people came down from the second floor. The first person was wearing a purple robe and a two-beam Jinxian crown. He was about forty years old, and there were three flowing long beards under his jaw. The temperament is actually very elegant.

Gao Bufan couldn't help but his heart moved: "No way, could it be that this is the servant Shaoqing Yu Wenhuaji nicknamed Yu Wenhuagu, Bi Mawen's appearance is not bad!"

At this time, the purple-robed official had already walked down the stairs, and with his sleeves fluttering, he came up to Changsun Sheng, stroking his beard and smiling loudly: "General Changsun didn't send anyone to inform me of his visit to Bohai County, he should be punished with three glasses of wine. "

Changsun Sheng greeted him with a smile: "Master Lu is busy with official duties and manages a lot of things every day, how dare I bother you."

Gao Junxian next to him saw the puzzled look on Gao Bufan's face, so he knew that he didn't know the purple-robed official, so he introduced in a low voice: "This is Mr. Lu, the sheriff of our Bohai County. , who is a descendant of the famous family, probably heard that General Changsun is here, so he came here from Yangxin County to meet him."

At this time, the little white-faced Gao Qingyuan interrupted excitedly: "Fan Yang Lu is one of the four surnames, and it is called "Cui Lu" along with Qinghe Cui. Moreover, Fan Yang Lu inherits Confucianism and has produced many talented people in the past. Everyone in the family can read and write, and there are countless people who are good at poetry and painting, just like this Mr. Lu who is excellent in both poetry and painting, and is proficient in scriptures, and he is the true biography of his father Lu Sidao."

Gao Qingyuan paused for a moment, and continued: "Master Lu likes to compose poems and Fu, and he often uses it to study the younger generation, so tonight's banquet must be to study everyone. It's a pity that Brother Changqing can't compose poems." , You must know that every time Mr. Lu pays attention to the younger generation, he will always get a lottery!"

Gao Bufan found it funny when Gao Bufan saw Gao Qingyuan's pretended regret, so he stamped his feet and said, "That's such a pity, I should have read more books!"

Gao Qingyuan said disdainfully: "Poetry is about comprehension and inspiration, it's not as simple as reading a few books. I learned poetry at the age of six, and I have been immersed in this way for many years before I can achieve something!"

Gao Shixiong leaned close to Gao Bufan's ear and whispered: "Gao Qingyuan is the best at composing poems, even the county officials praised him for his good writing."

Gao Bufan was not surprised when he heard the words, just look at how excited this kid is.

At this time Gao Shixiong said resentfully: "Although he is a relative, I just can't get used to his stinky appearance. He is full of words, and he is sour. It's a pity that brother Changqing doesn't know how to write poems, otherwise he will win the head tonight." Cai, look how proud he is!"

(End of this chapter)