C14 Goodbye Mr Bond

June 1, Lotus House.

Early in the morning, the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant was ready. The attendants in the building were dressed and dressed appropriately. Ever since they received the news that Liu Biao was going to hold a literary meeting in the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant, the owner of the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant, Deng Xu, had made preparations early.

Deng Xu was from the Southern Sun and had come to the Jing Prefecture early in his life.

He did not study much, but he was well-versed in all aspects. In just a short period of time in the Jing Prefecture, he had opened up the situation and had a wide network of connections. After the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant was opened, many people came to support him. Over time, the reputation of the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant spread.

With his hands behind his back, Deng Xu raised his fat belly and instructed: "All the guests today are important guests. You must be careful and not let anything go wrong. If anyone makes any mistakes, break their legs, put away their bags, and scram."

The cold and stern words caused the attendants in the restaurant to be extremely attentive.

"Deng Xu, how are your preparations?"

Cai Di walked over with large strides and asked in a well-dressed manner.

Although it was the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant, Cai had sent Cai Di over to supervise in order to avoid any mistakes. Those who participated in the meeting were all scholars from Jingxiang. A slight neglect would affect Liu Biao's reputation.

Deng Xu's face was full of smiles as he promised, "Don't worry, Manager Cai. Everything has been arranged. In the private room on the second floor, I have removed all the curtains and changed the layout of the windows. The second floor is now spacious and elegant. Sitting on the second floor, one can overlook the lotus lake behind. "Especially since it's currently June, the lotus flower is opening up first. It's the best time to appreciate it."

Cai Di said," Come, follow me to take a look. "

"Please!"

Deng Xu waved his hand and said.

Cai Di nodded and walked straight to the second floor.

The second floor had been rearranged and a table was set up. The lighting on this floor was very good. As the sun rose, golden rays of light shone into the room. It was bright and comfortable, and it was even more comfortable to enjoy the lotus lake outside the window.

Cai Di said in satisfaction: "You do things so that people can rest assured."

Deng Xu said, "It is my honor that the Prefecture Overseer chose to hold a literary conference at the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant."

"It's good that you understand!" Cai Di said, "As you see fit, this old man will go down."

Cai Di went down the stairs and checked on the preparations for the wine and dishes. While Cai Di was busy, Liu Qi, Liu Cong, and Liu Xiu arrived at the restaurant first.

Cai Mao looked at Liu Qi and Liu Xiu and ordered, Young Master Qi, Young Master Xiu, Young Master Cong and I will welcome you here. You guys can go upstairs and rest."

"In that case, thank you, Mr. Degui," Liu Qi said.

Without thinking, Liu Qi turned around and went upstairs.

Liu Xiu smiled and said neither servile nor overbearing, "Mister Degui, I will follow behind Second Brother and not speak. I will broaden my horizons. You and Second Brother are busy. Don't worry about me. "

Cai Mao frowned and looked at Liu Xiu. He was silent for a while and finally nodded.

After all, Liu Xiu was Liu Biao's son.

Cai Mao stood on Liu Cong's side, but he could not go too far. Furthermore, Liu Xiu's request was reasonable.

Liu Cong harrumphed unhappily. However, he thought about it. When people came and went, Liu Xiu would stand behind him like a follower. He felt refreshed and said, "Fine, I'll let you follow. But remember, don't talk nonsense."

Liu Xiu said, "Don't worry, Second Brother. I understand."

Liu Xiu's heart was as clear as a mirror about Cai Mao's arrangement. He knew it very well.

The reason why Liu Cong was invited to the reception was because Cai Mao wanted to introduce Liu Cong to the people participating in the social meeting. This way, Liu Cong would at least be able to get acquainted with all the people participating in the conference. Cai Mao did not introduce him, but he stood behind Liu Cong. Through Cai Mao's introduction, he could tell that the people who came were those people. After the conference started, he would be able to deal with them.

"Mr. Yi Ji is here!"

Not long after, an attendant of the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant shouted, "Yes, Sir!

Cai Mao nodded to Liu Cong and walked up to him.

Yi Ji was in his forties. He was tall, handsome, and had a long beard under his chin. He had an elegant demeanor and an extraordinary aura. Yi Ji was from Shanyang Prefecture of the Yanzhou Prefecture. He was a good friend of Liu Biao when they were from the same hometown. In Jing Prefecture, Yi Ji was not only Liu Biao's subordinate, but also a friend. He had a special status. Even when Cai Mao met Yi Ji, he was polite.

Cai Mao walked up and cupped his hands. "Brother Jibo, welcome."

Liu Cong cupped his hands. "Mr. Jibo greets you."

Liu Xiu followed and said, "Greetings, Mr. Jibo!"

Cai Mao smiled and pointed at Liu Cong. "Lord asked Young Master Cong to come with me to welcome you. "Pardon me for not accompanying you, Brother Jibo. Please come in and enjoy the lotus flowers on the second floor."

"Sure, go ahead."

Yi Ji nodded at Liu Cong and glanced at Liu Xiu before walking straight into the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant.

Liu Cong's eyes were dark. "Didn't you hear what I said?" he asked. I told you not to say anything."

Liu Xiu said, "Second Brother, I can't bow. It doesn't matter if the other party doesn't recognize me. However, if the other party recognizes me and sees me standing there stiffly, I'm afraid he will think that father's teachings are inadequate, so I have to bow. If the other party doesn't ask, I won't speak. "

Liu Cong said coldly, "You take care of yourself!"

Liu Xiu said, "Don't worry, Second Brother. I know what to do."

Cai Mao looked at Liu Xiu seriously.

From the simple conversation just now, Cai Mao felt that Liu Xiu was very mature and steady. He did not have the impetuous arrogance of a young man. His words were neither servile nor overbearing. It even made people feel uncertain.

"Mr. Kuai Liang has arrived!"

"Mr. Kuai Yue has arrived!"

A loud voice was heard one after another.

Cai Mao led Liu Cong and Liu Xiu to welcome them personally. After that, it was Liu Biao who arranged for them to receive them. Liu Xiu followed suit and bowed. He did not say anything else.

Liu Xiu understood that Cai Mao was deliberately trying to deepen Liu Cong's position in everyone's hearts.

One after another, the officials of Jing Prefecture and the scholars who attended the meeting arrived.

Zhuge Liang, Pang Tong, Xu Shu, Meng Jian and Shi Tao had also come to the Lotus Fragrance Restaurant. When Liu Xiu saw them, he was really excited for a while, and then he regained his calm.

These people were all talented people.

However, no one recognized him. Liu Xiu only greeted them one by one and did not speak.

More and more people came. Some people Liu Xiu knew, and some people Liu Xiu didn't know. Liu Xiu perked up and memorized their names one by one. It did not matter if they did not know Liu Xiu. Liu Xiu remembered their names. It was always useful.

The sun was high in the sky, and most of the people had already arrived.

Cai Mao thought about it and said, "There is also Master Pang De, Sima Hui and Huang Chengyan."

"Mr. Master Pang De is here!"

"Mr. Sima Hui is here!"

"Mr. Huang Chengyan is here."

A loud and clear voice was heard one after another.

Cai Mao's expression was solemn. He stretched out his hand to tidy up his wrinkled clothes and crown and instructed. "Young Master Cong, this is the most important person. Follow me to welcome him. Be careful when dealing with him." Cai Mao attached great importance to Master Pang De and the other two. Master Pang De and the other two had a great influence in the Jing Prefecture. If Liu Cong was praised and favored by them, it would be very helpful for Liu Cong to take over the Jing Prefecture.

Not long after, Master Pang De, Huang Chengyan and Sima Hui walked over together. The three of them were all dressed in big shirts with a neat crown. They walked in the clothes as if they were walking in the wind. They were elegant and extraordinary, which made people admire them.

Cai Mao took the initiative to greet them. He bowed and said, "Gentlemen, it has been tough on you all the way here."

Liu Cong said, "Greetings, sirs!"

Liu Xiu arrived. "Greetings, sir," Liu Xiu said.

Liu Xiu was a little excited when he saw the three of them, and his face was calm.

Cai Mao waved his hand and pointed at Liu Cong. "Gentlemen, this is Young Master Cong. This time, the Prefecture Overseer asked me and Young Master Cong to come and welcome the Jing Prefecture Cultural Gathering."

Liu Cong smiled and bowed respectfully.

Master Pang De and the other two praised him, but they were just trying to get him to know what was going on. In a flash, Master Pang De looked at Liu Xiu and asked, "Degui, who is this?"

Cai Mao's heart skipped a beat. Why did Master Pang De ask about Liu Xiu?