wealthy lord

Chapter 207 Hongmen Banquet

So everyone was very active and lined up to toast Qiu Yi.

At this moment, the only people sitting at the banquet table were Qiu Yi, and Ma Ji and Wang Chuanzhong sitting opposite him.

Both of them are Lin Yun's people, especially Ma Ji. He has learned that Master Fu Yin is willing to serve Lin Yun, so it is even less possible for him to give Qiu Yi this face.

While Qiu Yi was drinking the wine toasted by the officials, he stared at Ma Ji and Wang Chuanzhong with evil eyes.

In his eyes, the two people in front of him were a thorn in his flesh, and he wanted to get rid of them quickly.

But Qiu Yi understood that now was not the time to take action.

Moreover, he did not dare to touch Lin Yun's people easily.

He didn't care about Wang Chuanzhong, after all, he was just a small commander under his command, but Ma Ji was different.

Being in charge of the Yucheng Internal Affairs Office is equivalent to controlling the money bags of Yucheng officials. Even Qiu Yi dare not offend him too much, otherwise he will not get any good results.

However, Qiu Yi also understood that Ma Ji would be resentful if he read a copy of his book at his father's place during the day.

After thinking about it, Qiu Yi dismissed the officials who were flattering him, poured two glasses of wine himself, stood up and walked towards Ma Ji.

Ma Ji was still chatting with Wang Chuanzhong, seemingly talking and laughing, but in fact most of his attention was on Qiu Yi.

Therefore, when Qiu Yi came over with a wine glass, he understood what it meant and immediately stood up to greet him.

Although he hated this eldest young master in his heart, he did not have the courage to turn against him face to face. He could only wait for Lin Yun to slowly deal with this boy.

Ma Ji cupped his fists and smiled, and said: "Young Master Qiu is so polite! You are the host. How can I ask you to give me a toast? You should be allowed to toast you!"

With that said, Ma Ji immediately picked up a glass of wine.

Qiu Yi smiled bitterly and said: "Mr. Ma, I know that during the day, I asked my father for a copy of your book, which will definitely make you feel resentful, but... to be honest, the person I want to offend the most is you, and, today You are also the official I value most during this banquet, so I really hope you can stand by my side!"

With that said, he forced a glass of wine into Ma Ji's hand.

Qiu Yi seemed to be a little drunk, and his words and movements seemed very stiff.

But he also said a lot of things from his heart.

The officials around him heard clearly and looked at Ma Ji with envy.

To be favored by Master Fu Yin and the newly powerful eldest son at the same time is not an ordinary feat.

Qiu Yi nodded and smiled without being arrogant, and said: "Is the eldest son drunk? From the first day he took over the post of head of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, he has only loyal to one person, and that is Mr. Fu Yin!! If the eldest son can one day sit down If you take this position, your subordinates will also swear loyalty to you!"

Qiu Yi's words were very particular. He said he was loyal to Lord Fu Yin, but he did not say he was loyal to Qiu Guangri.

The profound meaning was to tell everyone present that he had not chosen to take sides, nor did he intend to join the Qiu family and his son.

This is why Qiu Guangri always wanted the outside world to think so.

Because Ma Ji is the keeper of his wealth, he must not be suspected by the outside world, although the outside world has long thought so.

The officials around him sneered at Ma Ji's remarks, thinking that he was being arrogant and scolding him inwardly.

Among those present, only Wang Chuanzhong and Qiu Yi really understood what Ma Ji said.

Qiu Yi nodded depressedly, raised the wine glass with both hands, and said with a smile: "Okay! Let's not say this. In short, I hope Manager Ma will not be angry. I would like to offer you a glass of wine, which is not respectful!!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Qiu Yi raised his hand and did it.

Ma Ji also drank the wine in one gulp, but he finally understood that Qiu Yi was worried about offending him, so he kept his posture so low in public.

However, Ma Ji was not grateful to Qiu Guangri in his heart. He understood that Qiu Yi was willing to bow his head not because Qiu Guangri was speaking for him, but because of Lin Yun's existence.

As soon as Qiu Yi put down his wine glass, Wang Chuanzhong also stood up, picked up the wine glass, and said with a smile: "Young Master Qiu, I am a low-ranking official..." "Stop talking about it, Wang Dutong! I will not drink your wine! Moreover, I will not drink your wine today!" I didn’t invite you! I didn’t kick you out directly, so I’m giving you face!”

Ever since Wang Chuanzhong rejected Qiu Yi's kindness last time, he had completely resented going to the Wang family. If Lin Yun hadn't interfered, the Wang family would have been the loser.

Wang Chuanzhong was so reprimanded by Qiu Yi that he couldn't get off the stage in front of everyone. His face turned very ugly and he was embarrassed and at a loss.

The officials around him were whispering and looking at him with unkind expressions.

Everyone knew that Wang Chuanzhong was definitely not popular with Qiu Yi.

In fact, Wang Chuanzhong knew this a long time ago, because his old leader Wei De was not invited today, so how could he receive any good looks?

At this time, Ma Ji said in a deep voice: "Wang Dutong, it's getting late! Let's retreat first!!"

Wang Chuanzhong cast a grateful look at him and nodded awkwardly in agreement.

"Hey, Mr. Ma, why are you so anxious? I will have a program specially prepared for you later!!"

Qiu Yi smiled mysteriously, as if to please him.

Ma Ji shook his head and said: "Forget it! I have finished the official duties assigned by Master Fu Yin today, and I am a little tired! What's more..."

Suddenly, Ma Ji thought of something and looked at Qiu Yi.

But she saw that he was smiling at her, which made Ma Ji's heart skip a beat.

"What's more? Manager Ma seems to have something on his mind!!"

Qiu Yi smiled even brighter.

Ma Ji slightly narrowed his eyes, said nothing, cupped his fists and said, "I'll take my leave first!"

After saying that, he turned around and left without giving Qiu Yi any face.

And Wang Chuanzhong immediately followed.

Qiu Yi stared at their leaving figures, the smile on his face gradually solidified, and his eyes became sharp.

At this time, a confidant came behind him and whispered: "Master, do you want to kill him?"

Qiu Yi glanced at him suddenly, looked him up and down, and said: "I'll kill you! Will you grow a brain? Get out..."

The confidant also reminded him kindly, but was disappointed and could only lower his head in embarrassment.

The surrounding officials looked at each other in shock. They all heard the conversation between the two and felt very panic in their hearts.

If my guess is correct, it seems that their Yucheng Prefecture's military commander is going to take action against Ma Ji, which is a big deal.

The confidant did not leave, but stood behind him without saying a word.

Qiu Yi took a deep breath and asked, "Is everything ready over there?"

"Everything is ready, just waiting for the master's order!"

"Very good, give me the order and we'll do it in the early hours of the morning! Do it cleanly and don't let them discover it!!"

"Subordinates obey orders!!"

After that, the confidant turned and left.

Qiu Yi smiled again, lowered his head and poured a glass of wine. Then he looked at the officials around him and said loudly: "Everyone, you are all our heroes in Yucheng. I am happy today. Everyone here will be rewarded with a hundred taels of silver! Let's You won’t come back until you’re drunk!!”

(End of this chapter)