Hongyan Tower is one of the largest restaurants in Quan County with a long history. It is said that the "Hongyan Tower" plaque on the door was handwritten by Gao Yang, the founding emperor of the Northern Qi Dynasty.

When Changsun Sheng and the Gao family arrived in front of Hongyan Tower, local officials headed by County Magistrate Zhou had already come out to greet them. Supervisor Zhao was also present, and a middle-aged man next to Supervisor Zhao stood out particularly because of his bright bald head.

He is like a light bulb, his beard is trimmed neatly, and if he hangs a string of Buddhist beads around his neck, he looks like a Buddhist monk.

However, this guy is obviously not a monk. He has no ring scar on his head and does not wear a cassock. He only wears black cloth and dresses like an ordinary businessman. He always has a smile like Maitreya Buddha on his face.

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

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

When Gao Bufan heard this, he couldn't help but take another look at Boss Ma. He happened to be looking this way too. As soon as their eyes touched, Gao Bufan immediately responded with a harmless smile, revealing two rows of white and neat teeth. Ma Xing

Kong was stunned for a moment, but he actually smiled and nodded, seeming to be a very kind person.

At this time, Changsun Sheng, Magistrate Zhou and other local officials had finished their greetings and were heading to Hongyan Tower first. Changsun Wuji and his sister were accompanying their father, while Gao Shilian was on the other side of Changsun Wugou, carefully

She stood guard in the middle. Then came the older relatives of the Gao family first, and then the younger generation. Gao Kaishan had a relatively indifferent temperament, so he and his son Gao Bufan walked slowly at the end.

At this time, the big bald man in the crowd quickly moved towards the father and son, and said with a surprised look on his face: "So the owner of the venue is also here to attend the dinner?"

Gao Kaishan nodded calmly and asked: "Where is the racecourse owner?"

Ma Xingkong said cheerfully: "Thanks to the love of the Grand Servant, Young Minister, I have the honor to come here to open my eyes. By the way, Brother Gao, General Changsun and other county commanders of the Gao family are here together. Could it be that they are also relatives of the Gao family?"

Gao Kaishan said calmly: "That's right, 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: "I see, why haven't you heard Brother Gao mention it before?"

Gao Bufan said with a smile: "Ancestors are not a sign, so why bother talking about them all the time? The reputation of our ancestors is not our own ability. People with real ability do not need to rely on their ancestors to support them. For example, if they are a horse farm owner, their business will be successful."

Even though you are old, you haven’t mentioned to anyone who your ancestors are.”

Ma Xingkong was stunned for a moment, then raised his big finger and said: "Master Gao, this little brother must be your master. He is indeed a talented man and can speak well. However, Mr. Gao is wrong in one thing. I am actually an unreliable person."

If my ancestors were famous for their ability, I would definitely talk about it every day and everyone would know it, haha!"

Gao Bufan smiled and said: "Master Gao is really a bitch. If your boss could learn even half of your mind and ability, there wouldn't be any unpleasantness yesterday."

The corner of Ma Xingkong's mouth twitched imperceptibly, and he said seriously: "That naughty slave came to Gan County to sell horses on his own initiative, and even had a conflict with Mr. Gao. He really didn't know whether to live or die. I punished him severely yesterday, and he also

I hope Master Gao and Mr. Gao will be magnanimous and don’t take it to heart. I will hold a banquet to apologize to Master Gao another day.”

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

"Master of the racecourse, please!" Gao Bufan made a gesture of invitation in a very graceful manner, letting the other party go first.

"Haha, Mr. Gao should invite me first!" Ma Xingkong said cheerfully.

Gao Bufan no longer gave in, and quickly caught up with his father Gao Kaishan. He secretly calculated in his mind that this Ma Xingkong was undoubtedly a typical businessman, capable of bending and stretching, but he was so cowardly that he probably didn't have a powerful background, and

Yufang Huaji's relationship was most likely a simple monetary one, otherwise it would be impossible to recognize Sun Tzu so thoroughly.

In this way, Gao Bufan felt relieved. Since Yu Wenhuaji and Ma Xingkong didn't have a deep relationship, he shouldn't make great efforts to help him, nor would he risk breaking up with Changsun Sheng to help him, so

, what troubles Gao Bufan the most now is the two dead men. Who wants to kill his father and son? What is the motive?

Gao Bufan thought about it as he walked, and unknowingly entered the lobby of Hongyan Tower. Although Hongyan Tower only has three floors, it covers an extremely large area. It is a patio style in the middle, with a high platform on the second and third floors.

They are all equipped with guardrails, and you can lean on the railings to watch the high platform in the middle. At this time, the surroundings of the high platform have been arranged, and the pillars are covered with lanterns and colorful flags. It seems that there will be a song and dance performance for the banquet tonight.

It seems that County Magistrate Zhou spent a lot of money to clean up Changsun Sheng.

Gao Bufan was looking around when he heard a noise on the stairs. A group of people walked down from the second floor. The first person was wearing a purple robe and an Erliang Jinxian crown. He was about forty years old and had three long flowing beards under his chin.

The temperament is actually very elegant.

Gao Bufan couldn't help but thought: "No way, could this be the servant Shaoqing Yu Wenji, nicknamed Yu Wenhuagu, Bi Mawen's appearance is not bad!"

At this time, the purple-robed official had already walked down the stairs and came up to Changsun Sheng with his big sleeves fluttering. He stroked his beard and said with a smile: "General Changsun came to Bohai County and didn't even send anyone to inform me. He should be punished with three drinks.

"

Changsun Sheng greeted him with a smile: "Master Lu is busy with official duties and has many things to do. How can I dare to disturb you?"

Gao Junxian, who was standing next to him, saw Gao Bufan's confused look and knew that he did not know the purple-robed official, so he introduced him in a low voice: "This is Mr. Lu, the governor of our Bohai County. His name is Chisong, which means ovary. He comes from Fan Yang.

The Lu family is a daughter of a famous family. She probably heard that General Changsun was here, so she came all the way from Yangxin County to meet her."

At this time, the pretty boy Gao Qingyuan actually interrupted excitedly: "The Fanyang Lu family is one of the four high-ranking families. Together with the Qinghe Cui family, they are called "Cui Lu". Moreover, the Fanyang Lu family has passed down Confucianism and has produced many talented people in the past generations.

Everyone in the clan can read and write, and there are countless people who are good at poetry and painting, just like this Mr. Lu who is excellent at both poetry and painting, is proficient in the meaning of scriptures, and is the master of the true biography of his father Lu Sidao."

Gao Qingyuan paused for a moment and continued: "Master Lu especially likes to recite poems and compose poems, and often uses this to test the younger generations, so tonight's banquet will definitely involve testing 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 inevitably get a lucky draw!"

Gao Bufan found it funny when he saw Gao Qingyuan's pretentious look, so he paused and said, "That's such a pity. If I had known, I would have read more books!"

Gao Qingyuan said disdainfully: "Poetry requires understanding and inspiration, it is not as simple as reading a few books. I learned poetry at the age of six and have been immersed in this art for many years before I have achieved anything!"

Gao Shixiong leaned into Gao Bufan's ear and whispered: "Qing Qingyuan is the best at composing poetry. Even the county magistrate praised him for his good work."

Gao Bufan wasn't surprised when he heard this, just look at how strong this kid is.

At this time, Gao Shixiong said bitterly: "Although we are relatives, I just can't get used to his stinky look. Anyone who talks so much is sour. It's a pity that brother Changqing can't compose poetry, otherwise he will lose his head tonight."
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