Reborn in the Three Kingdoms Novel - Chapter 36

Chapter 36 Beg For Marriage
At the entrance of the Cai Manor, the housekeeper and the others had already lined up to wait respectfully.

Normally speaking, when a distinguished guest came to greet him, the host should welcome him personally. With Cai Yong’s identity and talent, there were not many people in the world who could let him personally welcome him. At least, Zhang Chao could not obtain such an honor.

Fortunately, Zhang Chao did not care about these vulgar people, so he happily got off the horse and brought Zhao Yun and the brocade guards into the courtyard. Behind him, twenty large boxes containing gifts were carried into the courtyard.

“Hahaha, is nephew Zhiyuan here?” As soon as he was admitted to the hospital, an elder in his fifties with a kind expression walked out.

The person who came was Cai Yong. Although he did not welcome him at the gate, standing in the courtyard did give Zhang Chao enough face.

“Hello, Scholar Cai.” Upon seeing Cai Yong, he didn’t even need to introduce him, so Zhang Chao quickly stepped forward and bowed to the end. He looked like a Buddhist worshipper, extremely devout.

Seeing Zhang Chao, not only was he a good looking person, he also understood etiquette and respected himself. Cai Yong couldn’t help but feel even more delighted in his heart. He laughed loudly and said, “Good, good, Zhiyuan, please speak in a private room.”

As they spoke, Cai Yong reached out and grabbed onto his wrist. Then, the two of them laughed loudly and headed towards the Cai Manor’s hall.

In the hall, someone had already prepared tea. Liu shi and CAI Yan had already sat here. However, compared to his mother’s difference, CAI Yan’s mood at this time is a little excited, some sit uneasy.

Although he had wanted to see Zhang Chao’s true appearance a long time ago, when he really had to face him, he was still a little scared, or shy.

“Daughter, what’s wrong? Are you feeling unwell? Your complexion seems to be very red. Don’t tell me you have a fever.” Noticing the changes in her daughter, Mrs. Liu asked with concern.

“Mother, everything is fine.” CAI Yan hurriedly said, and then try to do a deep breath, set his state of mind.

“Mm, it’s good that you’re fine. Your father asked you to accompany him this time. You need to say a few more words when you have the chance. Our Cai Clan has no men, only you and your sister. Your sister is still young, so everything depends on you.” Seeing that there was nothing wrong, Mrs. Liu nodded and instructed.

“Yes, mother, daughter knows.” CAI Yan answered filial piety again.

The mother and daughter had just finished talking when the hearty laughter from outside the door came over. Cai Yong and Zhang Chao walked into the hall hand in hand.

“Haha, come, Zhiyuan, let me introduce you. This is my wife, Mrs. Liu, and this is my daughter, Yan’er. Haha, this is the Chen Liu Zhang Clan’s second young master, Zhang Chao, Zhang Zhiyuan.” As the master, Cai Yong introduced everyone to each other.

When Zhang Chao introduced Cai Yong, he hurriedly greeted Liu shi. When it was CAI Yan’s turn, he looked carefully. Speaking of which, this was also the reason why Zhang Chao was very curious about it. A talented woman with such a great reputation had a chance to meet each other. No matter what, it depended on the truth.

At this time, coincidentally CAI Yan opened his big eyes to him, both sides of the eyes, immediately made a big red face. Especially the latter, whose face was already very red, turned even redder.

Cai Yong only cared about laughing loudly this time, and did not notice the change in his daughter’s expression. After introducing his identity, he invited Zhang Chao to sit down and let people serve tea.

After Zhang Chao sat down completely, Cai Yong still smiled and said, “Young nephew, you’re too polite. You came to see me with a heart. Why did you bring so many gifts? I can’t even enter my courtyard anymore.”

Of course, this was an exaggeration. How big was the courtyard of the Cai Clan? How could twenty boxes of gifts not fit in? This was just to show that Zhang Chao valued him and respected him.

“Scholar Cai, don’t be so courteous. Most of these are Chen Liu’s specialties prepared by your elder brother. Thinking about the inconvenience of transportation, I came to the capital this time, so I brought a few more with me.” Zhang Chao also said politely, as if bringing these things was nothing, as if it was only natural.

“Mm. It has been some years since Chen Liu returned. I think your brother wasn’t a satrap when I was there. Fortunately, he came to Beijing to discuss his post. We met once, and now I hear that he managed his hometown very well. It’s gratifying.” Speaking of Chen Liuzhi, Cai Yong also said with emotion.

‘”That’s right. Brother praises Scholar Cai endlessly. He would often arouse your talents in front of us. This time, he knew that I had come to the capital, so he instructed me to come. It was late yesterday, so I didn’t disturb you. I came here early this morning. If there is anything rude, please forgive me.” Zhang Chao cupped his fists at Cai Yong.

“Ah, you didn’t even go to see the Emperor, but you did come to see me first. What else is there to be rude about? Hahahaha.” Cai Yong laughed loudly. Obviously, he felt very honored to see Zhang Chao the first time he entered the capital.

Zhang Chao’s handsome appearance, the way he did things, and his elegant manner of speaking made Cai Yong like him from the bottom of his heart. At this moment, his gaze had the meaning of his father-in-law looking at his son-in-law.

Zhang Chao for sorted is also admired for a long time. This time, they could meet and talk happily, which also made him happy. To be honest, Cai Yong’s approachability was something he had never thought of before. And for CAI Yan, he is also very satisfied, although this woman does not have the appearance of overwhelming, but if you look carefully, you will find that there is a unique feminine temperament on her body. It is said that a person’s appearance will grow old with age, but a person’s temperament is not easy to cultivate and change.

In said, CAI Yan’s own image also belongs to the top color, even that kind of endurance, such a person to become a wife is also a good choice, is also worthy of their own.

Master Cai Yong’s enthusiasm made this meeting very smooth. Everyone chatted from Chen Liu to Luoyang, and then from Luoyang to the Battle of the Long Society. When Zhang Chao mentioned that he had brought his cavalry into the Yellow Scarf Bandits Camp, and that he only had hundreds of bandits to face, Cai Yong’s family was shocked by the scene, especially Cai Yan, who was tightly gripped in his heart.

After Zhang Chao talked about the victory of the great war, he killed He Yi and was forced by Zhu Yao to make the famous “Long Society War” in two steps, even Cai Yong couldn’t help but applaud when he heard about it.

“Alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright, alright.” Yong praised.

CAI Yan also showed envy, for zhang chao’s impression in the heart is a bit better.

Seeing that the atmosphere was lively and the time seemed to be ripe, Zhang Chao took out a letter from his bosom and said to Cai Yong, “This is a letter from my brother. Please take a look.”

“Oh, Meng Zhuo still has letters for me. Haha, why didn’t Zhiyuan take them out earlier?” Yong laughed, then picked up the letter and opened it to read.

After seeing this, Cai Yong’s expression changed from enthusiasm just now to calmness now. After looking at each word, he did not say anything for a long time.

Cai Yong’s performance made Zhang Chao’s heart sink. “What? Could it be that he isn’t willing? Or could it be that Cai Yan has already promised someone, but he shouldn’t. He sent his Heavenly Eyes to investigate and find out that this woman hasn’t come out of the pavilion. Then what’s there to be dissatisfied with about him?”

Zhang Chao’s heart was a little uneasy, but his face did not reveal the slightest bit. He had been sitting there quietly drinking tea, as if everything was normal.

Cai Yong was narrowing his eyes, but in fact, he was looking at Zhang Chao with his remaining light.

Miao suddenly proposed marriage in the letter, this is somewhat out of cai yong’s expectations, and even make his heart can’t help but be happy, this is with his own thought to go. He even had the idea of agreeing immediately.

But in the end, Cai Yong did not do so. Instead, he decided to observe Zhang Chao. He deliberately pretended to be unhappy, just to see how this man behaved. If he was afraid because of his attitude, then he would have to properly evaluate this marriage.

Fortunately, Zhang Chao did not disappoint anyone. He was still sitting there drinking tea, not changing because of his attitude. This made Cai Yong happy, and then he handed the letter to his wife, Mrs. Liu.

Mrs. Liu was also puzzled as to why the atmosphere had turned cold after she suddenly read the letter. Now that the letter was handed over, she naturally reached out to take it. With a quick glance, her gaze couldn’t help but reveal a look of astonishment.

She also knew a little about her husband’s intention to betroth her daughter to Zhang Chao. She never thought that Zhang Miao would also think of this matter. From the looks of it, this was truly a heavenly wish.

Mrs. Liu had just finished reading the letter when she noticed the look Cai Yongshi had given her. She gently nodded and smiled at Zhang Chao. Then, she came to Cai Yan’s side and said, “Yan’er, come, mother has something to tell you.”

“Ah!” CAI Yan is stunned, thought what things can’t wait to say, not before also let yourself accompany the guests? Why did he call himself to leave?

Before she could figure out what was going on, Mrs. Liu had already pulled her hand and walked out of the hall.

Out of the hall CAI Yan saw no outsiders, then said to his mother: “What is going on, could it be that something happened?”

“Take a look and you’ll know.” Mrs. Liu stretched out her hand and handed over the letter.

CAI Yan also know, everything is because of this letter, she is also very curious about what is written inside, this reached out to take a read.

In the following time, CAI Yan is the more look at the face is hot, the more look at the face is red. She did not expect that Zhang Chao would actually propose marriage to her this time, which really caught her off guard. No wonder he brought so many gifts with him on his first visit. So there was a betrothal gift among them!

CAI Yan looked at the letter some don’t know what to say, even some confused. However, Mrs. Liu, who was her mother, did not intend to let her go. Instead, she asked, “Yan’er, I feel that Zhang Chao is not bad. He is young and promising, and he has read poems and prose to his heart’s content. At the same time, he can lead troops to war. This is a real man.”