The spring rain is continuous and the drizzle is as fine as silk.

The spring rain was drizzling.

The work of paving cement roads could not be carried out.

Zhuang Zhou didn't go to see Mount Li either.

I plan to go back to modern times to see what the situation is.

But before I leave, I have to do one thing.

The goal is to get all the calligraphy works in Cheng Yaojin's hands.

Zhuang Zhou already had a plan in mind for this.

Although Cheng Yaojin was a military general, he had a generous personality.

But he also likes to drink and have fun in private.

He also has a unique appreciation for calligraphy and painting.

Zhuang Zhou planned to use calligraphy and painting as a medium to build a closer relationship with Cheng Yaojin and obtain his calligraphy works.

Go out.

Instead of riding a motorcycle, he let Niu Dali drive the car.

First we went to Zhuangji Grocery Store.

After asking about the situation, I learned that the shop now needs to restock.

Finally, he asked Ma San to draw up a list and picked out a few bottles of good wine.

Before leaving, I glanced at the instant noodles and spicy strips on the shelves.

I picked up some more.

Go to Cheng Yaojin's mansion.

When they arrived at the gate of Cheng's house, Niu Dali stepped forward to report.

After a while, Cheng Chumo came out to greet me:

"Brother Zhuang, why did you come here in person?!"

Zhuang Zhou was stunned for a moment, then suddenly realized:

"I'm here to visit your father, how can I not come in person?!"

Well, it seems to be true.

"Brother Zhuang, come into the mansion!"

"good!"

Zhuang Zhou got off the carriage and straightened his clothes.

Then he asked:

"Where's your dad? What's he doing?"

"A group of singing girls just arrived at the mansion, and my father is enjoying their dancing and music!"

“…”

Damn it!

What a carefree life these days are!

But!

After fighting for a lifetime, it’s time to enjoy it!

…

Zhuang Zhou followed Cheng Chumo into the mansion.

Then he went straight to the hall in the back garden.

At this time, laughter and joy could be heard in the hall.

Cheng Yaojin was already drunk, singing and dancing, showing his lofty ambitions.

"Dad, Master Zhuang is here!"

Upon hearing this, Cheng Yaojin stopped dancing and laughed heartily:

"It's Brother Zhuang! Come and take your seat!"

Cheng Yaojin stood up to greet him and enthusiastically pulled Zhuang Zhou to sit down.

Zhuang Zhou was not polite and presented the wine he brought one by one and tasted it with Cheng Yaojin.

Zhuang Zhou doesn't know how to dance, but you can still appreciate him.

The two of them got along very well, talking about everything from calligraphy and painting to poetry and songs, and then to court affairs.

Cheng Yaojin was greatly impressed by Zhuang Zhou's talent and insight, and could not help but exclaim in amazement.

Zhuang Zhou also took the opportunity to ask Cheng Yaojin for advice on military strategies and tactics, just to make conversation.

The two got along better and better as they talked, as if they were old friends who hadn't seen each other for many years.

After three rounds of drinking.

Seeing that the time was ripe, Zhuang Zhou tactfully mentioned his love for calligraphy.

Cheng Yaojin is wise but appears foolish, and as clever as a monkey.

Hearing this, he laughed out loud and said:

"Brother Zhuang, since you and I are close friends, there's no need to beat around the bush.

To be honest, I have collected quite a few calligraphy works.

If you really like them, I'll give you a few.

But, you can’t give it away for free…”

Having said that, Cheng Yaojin stopped talking.

He looked at Zhuang Zhou meaningfully and laughed.

Zhuang Zhou understood and said quickly:

"Brother Cheng, what are you talking about?

Of course such a good thing can’t be given away for free!

Let me tell you, I brought some goodies to exchange.

I hope Brother Cheng likes it."

As he spoke, Zhuang Zhou presented the gifts he had brought.

When Cheng Yaojin saw the fine wine and strange little items, his eyes lit up and he laughed heartily:

"Brother Zhuang, you are so polite!

I love these gifts so much!"

The two smiled at each other, and the atmosphere became more harmonious.

Cheng Yaojin ordered his servants to accept the gift and invited Zhuang Zhou to his study to appreciate calligraphy and paintings.

This is showing off!

After entering the study, Cheng Yaojin took out several treasured calligraphy works.

You know what, this guy really has a collection of quite a few fine calligraphy and paintings.

After looking at several paintings in a row, Zhuang Zhou liked them all very much.

"Brother Cheng, these are all good treasures!"

"That's right, I spent a lot of money to get these."

As he spoke, he opened another calligraphy and painting and said with a proud smile:

"Come, come, Brother Zhuang, take a look at this calligraphy!"

Zhuang Zhou looked over and saw something!

At the first glance, I felt that this word was so beautiful!

Although I didn't understand a single word.

"Brother Zhuang, how is it?"

Zhuang Zhou actually didn't understand it at all and gave a thumbs up:

"This calligraphy... is absolutely amazing!"

"Of course!"

Cheng Yaojin laughed and said:

"This is Zhang Zhi's calligraphy."

Zhang Zhi, the master of cursive script?

He is known as one of the "Four Sages of Calligraphy" along with Zhong Yao, Wang Xizhi and Wang Xianzhi.

No wonder this word looks so extraordinary.

Damn!

You have to find a way to get it.

Then, Cheng Yaojin pulled Zhuang Zhou closer:

"How about taking another look at this one?"

Zhuang Zhou took a closer look and saw a painting of a woman sitting in front of the window, embroidering with her head down.

The woman had a beautiful face and a gentle temperament, as if she had walked out of a painting.

Her embroidery skills are even more exquisite, with fine stitches and smooth lines, which is breathtaking.

Zhuang Zhou couldn't help but exclaimed:

"Brother Cheng, this painting is truly amazing!

I wonder which master created this?"

Cheng Yaojin smiled proudly and said:

"This is an authentic work by the great Eastern Jin Dynasty painter Gu Kaizhi!"

My dear, there is more to this chapter. Please click on the next page to continue reading. It will be even more exciting later!