"That's right." Ruan Xiaowu interjected: "Chao Gai, the Tota King who is in charge of East Road Green Forest, is the youngest among the four heavenly kings. He is naturally very high-spirited, and it is said that Chao Gai is one of the four great kings. He is the one with the highest martial arts among the Heavenly Kings. Rumor has it that his martial arts is even higher than Meng Xiongwei, the current leader of the Green Forest Alliance.
However, precisely because Chao Gai is the youngest, his power and prestige in the Green Forest League is not as good as that of the other three kings. Now is the critical moment to compete for the leader of the Green Forest League. King Chao Gai is eager to increase his strength. This is why we, our brothers, and Brother Boren’s Liangshan must be brought into the group! "
"Then I wonder what second brother thinks about joining Green Forest?" Wang Lun asked, looking into Ruan Xiaoer's eyes.
"Tell the truth." Ruan Xiaoer chuckled and said: "We three brothers have clearly rejected Chao Gai's invitation. I think we three brothers can live a more miserable life by fishing and ferrying in Shijie Village and supporting our mother. , but fortunately, it is unfettered, free and happy.
Moreover, since we made the alliance with Liangshan, thanks to the care of Brother Boren, we people in Shijie Village can go fishing in the Liangshan water pool. These days have become better and better each day, and the people in this Green Forest League The water is so deep that we can't see the bottom, and we don't want to wade in this muddy water. "
"It's just that the power of the Green Forest Alliance is not small." Wang Lun asked again: "And now is when Chao Gai is eager to expand his strength. If we reject him, will he give up so easily?"
"I'm afraid he will do something serious. The more than 800 people in Shijie Village are not vegetarians." Ruan Xiaowu snorted coldly.
"That's right." Ruan Xiaoqi also came out of the kitchen and said: "It's okay if Chao Gai doesn't come here to cause trouble. If he dares to come, our Shijie Village vows to fight him to the end. Besides, if the Green Forest League comes to our Shijie When trouble occurs in the village, can you Liangshan just watch?"
"Seventh brother, don't be rude!" Ruan Xiaoer saw that Ruan Xiaoqi was a little reckless with his words, so he immediately scolded him.
Wang Lun laughed loudly and said: "Brother Xiaoqi is quick to talk, and that's exactly what I mean. I want Liangshan and Shijie Village to keep their land, live in peace, and have our own happy life. How can we be suppressed by others? As long as we help each other and stay united, we will not be afraid of anyone."
After Wang Lun said this, he stretched out his hand and put it on his chest, and said to Ruan Xiaoer, "I wonder what my second brother thinks?"
Ruan Xiaoer laughed loudly, stretched out his hand, and gave Wang Lun three slaps. From then on, Liangshan and Shijie Village were united and the alliance to advance and retreat together was formally established, and everyone laughed.
Liangshan and Shijie Village became allies and supported each other. This covenant was established with just a high-five between Wang Lun and Ruan Xiaoer. There was no need to write a document, just because people in the world were most trustworthy, they had already high-fived each other. I have made an oath that I will not change until my death. If anyone breaks the promise, he will be ridiculed by everyone in the world.
At this time, the food and wine were also prepared. Ruan Xiaoer's wife Zhang, Ping'er, and Ruan Xiaoqi put the food and wine on the table. Ruan Xiaoer invited everyone to sit down. The three Ruan brothers all recommended Wang Lun to take the first place, but Wang Lun declined. No, I have to sit down.
Ruan Xiaoer brought another portion of wine and food to the back hall to enjoy with his mother. Then he turned around and sat down under Wang Lun to drink with everyone.
The children of Jianghu were informal, and the three girls Zhang, Xiao Wu, and Ping'er also sat at the table together. Everyone was sitting around, ready to have a drink, but when everyone was about to raise their glasses, they suddenly heard a very clear voice outside the window. He said, "Brother Ruan, are you at home? My old friend Wu Lai is here to visit."
"Why is he here?" Ruan Xiaoer exclaimed, quickly put down the wine glass, complained to Wang Lun again, and then got up and went out to greet the guests.
Ruan Xiaoer was heard laughing loudly outside the door: "What kind of breeze is this, blowing the pedant here unexpectedly? It's really unwelcome and unwelcome, please come in quickly."
As soon as he finished speaking, Ruan Xiaoer had already led someone in from outside the house. Wang Lun and others also stood up to greet him, only to see that it was a scholar.
I saw this scholar wearing a moon-white gown and holding a feather fan in his hand. He was less than thirty years old. His appearance was extremely elegant, his eyes were dark and deep, and there was a faint smile on his face. The sunlight outside the room reflected the scholar. There was actually a halo on his face.
When the scholar saw someone in the room, he calmly stepped forward with a feather fan in his hand, saluted, and sang a fat song: "I don't know that Brother Ruan has a distinguished guest coming to his home. Wu Yong, a young man, came here presumptuously. I hope we can forgive each other."
Wang Lun looked at Wu Yong in front of him calmly, but his heart couldn't help but move, because Wu Yong was so famous in Water Margin, comparable to a Zhuge Liang-like figure, and he had long thought about when he could meet him. I didn't want to meet him at this time.
In Water Margin, Wu Yong Wu Jialiang and Chao Gai were friends since they were young, and they had an irreconcilable relationship. He was the main initiator of the matter of outsmarting the birthday card, and he was also the one who dragged the three heroes of the Ruan family into the water.
I just don’t know what Wu Yong’s intention is to come to the Ruan brothers at this time. Calculating the time, it should be a long time before he outwit the birthday card. Wu Yong should not be here for this matter. Then Wu Yong What is the purpose of coming here? Could it be that he is also a lobbyist for Chao Gai and wants to invite the Ruan brothers to join the Green Forest Alliance? It seems that we have to wait and see what happens.
Wang Lun also cupped his fists and returned the salute, but Xiao Wu laughed out loud: "This scholar is really sour."
"This beautiful young lady is ridiculous. I am not a scholar." Wu Yong shook his feather fan lightly and shook his head and said: "Xiaosheng has been reading poetry and books since he was a child. He thinks that he is talented and knowledgeable. I thought that I would be a scholar." It’s easy to get a good name in one’s talent and learning, but I didn’t expect that I failed the exam three times in a row, but failed all three times. I am already twenty-nine years old this year, but I didn’t even pass the exam. It’s really embarrassing to say that, I’m ashamed!”
Wu Yong said he was ashamed, but there was no hint of shame on his face. He waved his feather fan slightly, looking a bit proud.
Xiao Wu listened to Wu Yong's long talk and became impatient. She frowned and said, "If it's not, it's not. Who asked you how old you are?"
Wu Yong was not angry, and still had a smile on his face. He continued to shake his head and said: "Not only did the young student fail to pass the exam, but he has not even married a daughter-in-law. It is really embarrassing to say that!"
Seeing that Wu Yong was getting more and more out of shape, Xiao Wu was so angry that she rolled her eyes and was about to get angry on the spot.
Upon seeing this, Ruan Xiaoer quickly stepped forward to introduce everyone. The first one was to introduce Wang Lun to Wu Yong.
When Wu Yong heard that Wang Lun was here, his eyes suddenly flashed with excitement. He immediately took a few steps forward, bowed to the ground, and said loudly: "I have heard for a long time that Master Wang Lun is famous in the world, and it is like thunder in my ears. Everyone in Shandong knows that it is truly a blessing to see his true face today, and Xiaosheng Wu Yong is so polite."
Wang Lun quickly stretched out his hands to help Wu Yong up, and said with a smile: "Wu Xuexue is too polite. How can Wang Lun be so virtuous? His reputation is just for the love of friends in the world. How dare he be worthy of the word "Thunder and Thunder".
Xiao Wu curled her lips and said to Ping'er: "These men are really boring. They are just some hypocritical politeness."
Ping'er patted Xiao Wu's hand, but just smiled and said nothing. Wang Lun and Tao Zongwang knew Xiao Wu's temper, but no one could do anything about her, so they could only pretend they didn't hear anything.
The three Ruan brothers were in a daze. They didn't expect Xiao Wu to be so quick-tongued, but Wu Yong didn't feel embarrassed at all. Instead, he laughed and said, "This girl is innocent, quick-tongued, and straightforward. Xiaosheng’s temperament is what I admire the most.”
Xiao Wu rolled her eyes and said, "Who wants your admiration?"
Ruan Xiaoer quickly came up to introduce Xiao Wu, Ping'er and Tao Zongwang to Wu Yong. Wu Yong's eloquence was very convenient. Every time Ruan Xiaoer introduced someone, he had a set of compliments to offer. It was really colorful and innovative, and it was absolutely amazing. Without repeating it, Xiao Wu was in a daze with her mouth open.
Everyone chatted for a long time before the introductions were completed. Of course, Wu Yong was talking alone most of the time, and everyone could only listen.
Everyone sat down again, and Ruan Xiaoer pushed Wu Yong to sit on Wang Lun's right side. Wu Yong was just a little polite and sat down firmly, making Xiao Wu roll his eyes again.
Everyone chatted and gossiped while eating. In between chatting and laughing, they could hear Wu Yong talking eloquently. Eight out of ten sentences were spoken by him. This Wu Yong was indeed a well-educated man with extraordinary knowledge. What kind of martial arts? It can be said that he knows everything about interesting stories and anecdotes about the world, and his eloquence is extremely good. Everyone listened with rapt attention, and Xiao Wu's eyes lit up.
While Wang Lun was listening to Wu Yong talking about the train, he speculated in his heart that Wu Yong must have come here for something, but now he is in a fog and doesn't mention anything serious. It doesn't matter if you don't mention it or I won't. Being calm, Wang Lun was not in a hurry at the moment, and just kept chatting with him.
Seeing that the wine was almost gone and it was getting late, Wang Lun stood up and said goodbye to the Ruan brothers.
Seeing that Wang Lun was about to leave, Wu Yong quickly stood up and bowed to Wang Lun. He smiled softly and said, "Brother Boren, don't leave in a hurry. I still have something to ask for. I wonder if Brother Boren can agree to it?"
Wang Lun smiled lightly and said, "My dear brother, you don't need to be polite. If you have something to say, it doesn't matter."
Wu Yong picked up the wine pot and filled it for Wang Lun and Ruan Xiaoer first, and then poured it for everyone else one by one. Finally, he poured a glass for himself, but he picked up the wine glass and drank it down in one gulp, and then filled it for himself again. Then he raised his glass and said: "Both brothers are well-known figures in the world, and all the brothers are also straightforward people. I, Wu Yong, never mince words, so I speak straightforwardly."
Xiao Wu said from the side: "I am not your brother."
Wu Yong was stunned for a moment, but then he smiled, drained the wine in the glass in one gulp, poured himself another glass, winked at Xiao Wu, and then continued: "Wu Yong's intention here must have been guessed by the two brothers. To be honest, the purpose of coming here is to invite heroes from Liangshan and Shijie to join the Green Forest Alliance on behalf of King Chao.
The younger brother and Chao Tianwang have known each other since they were young, and they know very well what Chao Tianwang is like. The two elder brothers must also be aware of Chao Tianwang’s talent and reputation in the world. This time, it is indeed true that many heroes from the two families are invited to join the alliance. It is intended to use the power of all heroes to strengthen the momentum of Green Forest on the East Road to help King Chao Tian seize the throne of the leader of the Green Forest League. "
