Chapter 4, The Way of Dog Training

Cai Feng smiled at his two brothers and said, "It's alright." He then turned to the middle-aged man and said, "Uncle Ma, if you don't say anything, I won't say anything, Brother Changsheng won't say anything, and Sanzi won't say anything either. How would my father know, right? I'm just going to get him some wine to drink, it won't be a big deal."

Tian Lu glanced at the four large black dogs brought by Cai Feng behind him, then turned and walked towards the west gate courtyard

In fact, my father and Uncle Huang are both easy to talk to and handle; as long as you get them tipsy with some wine, everything will be just fine, " Cai Feng said casually.

Well, I still want to keep a few tricks up my sleeve. If you were to strip me of all my unique skills, would you still invite me to enjoy the famous dishes of 'Four Seasons'? Who knows, one day you might see me and not even greet you at all!

Tian Lu glanced nervously at Cai Feng, fearing that he might decide to go home again

That young man is over there," the person pointed towards the counter.

Tian Lugang smiled and said: "This opponent is Li Chong's son, Li Zhan"

"What, are you scared?" Tian Lu expressed his skepticism.

These dogs are certainly not ordinary local dogs; a discerning person can tell at a glance that these dogs are bred from wolves. Their tall and powerful appearance indeed evokes a sense of unease.

The boy in black is Cai Feng. Time passes without notice in the mountains, and in the blink of an eye, Cai Shang has been living in seclusion in Yangyi for over ten years, and Cai Feng has grown up.

Cai Feng's eyes lit up, he licked his tongue, looking foolish, and said: "Really?"

The young man in black smiled brightly, his face radiating a glow akin to sunlight, and said: "You all go wait by Huzi's side for me. I will settle the bill with the shopkeeper and come down."

"That is another matter, and it has always had little to do with me. Please give me a straightforward answer." Cai Feng said without letting up.

"What are you laughing at?" Tian Fu said somewhat unhappily

"I have never seen such impatient people as you," said the young man in black with a silent smile, then turned to the shopkeeper and said, "Shopkeeper Liu, please continue with the accounts"

At that time, it was a different situation; now things have changed. Your father has laid the blame on me, and I could still go elsewhere. Hey, if Li Chong were to issue an order, there would be nowhere to hide, unless one were to flee to the Liang Dynasty, but how could that be..." At this point, Cai Feng deliberately paused, casting a glance at Tian Lu and Tian Fu. Seeing their faces filled with disappointment and anger, he couldn't help but chuckle and said, "Unless..." Yet he only uttered two words before stopping again.

Cai Feng cast a disdainful glance at the two servants, whistled, and the four dogs immediately regrouped, no longer surrounding the two servants, behaving like well-trained elite warriors

You, you... those two attendants did not expect Cai Feng's words to be so sharp, and by using the court as an example, they were left with no way to argue back, stammering with their faces turning red, yet unable to articulate their reasoning

"How should this be explained?" Tian Lu asked thoughtfully

"Is it Shusun Changhong from the Shusun family of Jincheng?" Cai Feng couldn't help but be startled and asked in surprise.

The two young gentlemen in brocade, however, were not concerned; they eagerly grabbed the innkeeper and asked, "Where is Cai Feng? Quickly take me to find him"

The noble lady cast a glance at Cai Feng, yet did not clearly see his features. She only felt that, dressed in coarse cloth, he must be a country boy. However, Cai Feng's courteous and unhurried demeanor and voice were unlike those of ordinary villagers, prompting her to gently inquire: "Are you called Cai Feng?"

The shopkeeper said with difficulty, "Two young gentlemen..."

Cai Feng patted his belly, stood up contentedly after a hearty meal, and laughed as he patted the shoulders of the Tianlu brothers, saying: "Now it's up to you. Bring that Li Zhan kid out, and let my Tiger Vanguard and Leopard Vanguard take the field, tearing those two Shushi dogs to shreds and see who is truly formidable."

The lady of the governor elegantly turned around, and the two strong servants glared fiercely at Cai Feng. Cai Feng, unyielding, coldly shot a glance back at the two, while Tian Lu and Tian Fu also cast a fierce glare at the two strong servants, which frightened them into leaving in discontent. The girl in the yellow dress turned her head and flashed a smile at Cai Feng that was sweet enough to make one sick. Cai Feng was so captivated that he felt as if his soul had left his body, yet he still shrugged nonchalantly, made a comical face that almost made the Tian brothers laugh, and unabashedly displayed a greedy expression, nearly shooting his eyes at the girl.

Young master! The two dog boys in the inner shed stood up respectfully, busy applying medicine to the injured dog.

Over the years, although the court has been corrupt and the common people have suffered greatly, there are still many engaged in small and large businesses. Most of those who engage in these businesses have backing to support them; otherwise, it would be difficult to survive. Furthermore, those involved in large businesses and small trades are more adept at navigating the complexities of the situation

The shopkeeper chuckled dryly and said: "Alright, alright, there are sixteen of these deer, priced at five coins and three per pound, totaling ... ... "

Woof woof ... ... ugh ... ... There are many dogs in the doghouse, and as soon as they see a stranger arrive, they all become agitated.

"Let's go, you inconsiderate fellow, go treat your dog’s wounds. Perhaps it was your left and right flag generals who bit him on the rear end, who knows." Cai Feng said angrily.

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were so embarrassed that they did not dare to raise their heads, and could only glance sideways at Cai Feng, secretly seeking help.

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were utterly astonished, gazing at Cai Feng as if he were a monster. Such a look made Cai Feng feel a chill run down his spine, prompting him to angrily exclaim: "What are you staring at? I'm not a woman, am I that captivating?"

"Indeed, Mother, I would never do such a foolish thing. Moreover, we have already made arrangements with Li Zhan, so how could we feel ashamed because of a dogfight?" Tian Fu replied obediently.

Cai Feng looked at the two self-proclaimed experts with a mix of anger and amusement, swiftly launching two punches that struck the arms of Tian Lu and Tian Fu before they could react, scolding, "This is truly despicable, to play tricks on me like this, without an ounce of loyalty."

The brocade-clad youth was completely unconcerned and quickly ran upstairs

Cai Feng cast a cold glance at the two strong servants and said nonchalantly: "I do not know what crime I have committed. I am here to treat the injuries of the young master's dog. If anyone doubts my medical skills, I must prove to them that if this is considered a crime, then the one who proved that Liu Han Ba Ling is the leader of the rebellion must also be guilty of a great crime. If there is no evidence, how can the court recklessly send troops north to deal with the bandits? I would like to hear from both of you where you believe my crime lies"

The governor's wife felt that Cai Feng was indeed being somewhat excessive. The two strong maids behind her seemed to understand her intention and angrily shouted, "You audacious one, how dare you be so disrespectful to Miss Yuan? Do you not know your crime?"

Li Chong's son? Are you mistaken? Isn't Li Chong in the capital? How could he be here?

"What a son of a grandmother! We haven't seen much of the world, and this guy speaks without any sense of propriety." Tian Lu humorously grabbed Cai Feng's arm and pointed at him while scolding Tian Fu with a laugh.

This ... ... Tian Fu couldn't help but glance at Tian Lu, appearing as if he wanted to say something but hesitated.

In the year 523 AD, the Rouran invaded the six towns in the northern part of the Northern Wei (the six towns generally refer to Woyea, Huaishuo, Wuchuan, Fuming, Rouxuan, and Huaihuang. In addition to these six towns, there are also towns such as Yuyi, most of which are located on the northern border of Northern Wei, in present-day Inner Mongolia. Woyea Town refers to the northeast of Wuyuan County in Inner Mongolia; Huaishuo Town refers to the southwest of Guyang in Inner Mongolia; Wuchuan refers to present-day Wuchuan in Inner Mongolia; Fuming refers to the southeast of Siwangzi Banner in Inner Mongolia; Rouxuan Town refers to the northwest of Xinghe County in Inner Mongolia; Huaihuang Town refers to the north of Zhangbei County in Hebei.) The people of Huaihuang Town requested the opening of granaries to distribute grain, but General Yu Jing of the Wuwei refused unreasonably. The townspeople, unable to contain their anger, rose in rebellion, killing Yu Jing. Meanwhile, the people of Woyea Town, led by Liuhan (surname) and Baling (given name), also gathered to revolt, killing the garrison commander of Woyea Town and declaring the establishment of the Zhenwang era. The various ethnic groups from the other towns responded one after another, and the rebel forces rapidly expanded.

Mother! Tian Lu and Tian Fu called out softly with their heads lowered.

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were momentarily taken aback, but then they couldn't help but burst into hearty laughter. They playfully punched Cai Feng on the arm and jokingly scolded, "What a bold fellow, daring to set his sights on my cousin's idea; you deserve a good beating"

Then I shall thank the shopkeeper in advance. Cai Feng said with a smile, turning around with the silver in hand and heading downstairs.

Let me go and see your Left Flag General and Right Flag General" Cai Feng said as he stepped into the mansion

Then let's go first said Cai Feng as he playfully pulled Tian Fu and Tian Lu towards the middle-aged man

No, no, the market is good now, the price of meat has risen, it has risen, and since you are a regular customer, it is as such, the total is seventy-six taels of silver

Cai Feng, upon hearing that melodious and enchanting voice akin to a yellow oriole emerging from the valley, felt his heart stir and could not help but smile with utmost confidence. He tilted his head slightly, gazing unabashedly at the young lady's charming face with a subtle squint, and casually remarked: "If the young lady does not believe, she may accompany us to witness my methods of healing, and then she will truly know the answer."

Of course it is true, when has Tian Lu ever told a lie or deceived his brothers?" the tall, well-dressed young man assured eagerly

"Get lost, you big-headed ghost, just speak up!" Tian Lu scolded.

"Not busy, not busy, Cai Feng will not be going home today. You all stay here as well, and we can go back together tomorrow. I will cover the expenses in between." Tian Fu generously stated

With a loud "bang," a person who was about to go downstairs was unexpectedly knocked to the ground

The young girl felt her pretty face flush, and in her charming eyes, besides a hint of shyness, there seemed to be a great deal of resentment. However, this only accentuated a different kind of allure, leaving Cai Feng somewhat dazed

What is your cousin's name? How old is your cousin this year? Where does your cousin reside? Does your cousin have a fiancé?

The Taihang Mountains are plagued by rampant banditry, leaving the people in dire straits, while the court lacks the main force to quell these small bandit groups, allowing them to run rampant. However, in the small town of Yangyi near Wu'an, there is a remarkable tranquility, with no bandits in sight. This is due to its location in the mountains, making access difficult. Even the harsh policies of the court are not strictly enforced here, allowing these few dozen households to enjoy a semblance of peace.

"Mother, he is a friend of the child." Tian Lu secretly tugged at Cai Feng's coat from behind.

Mother! Tian Lu replied somewhat at a loss.

"Alright, no problem. Young Master Cai, you can come and collect it anytime you wish," the shopkeeper said enthusiastically.

Dancing with wolves, sleeping with dogs! Cai Feng said nonchalantly, yet there was a hint of barely perceptible pride in his expression

The most famous dishes at "Si Ji Fa" include "Chestnut Braised Chicken" and "Prosperous Chicken" among others, which are affordable for the average person. There are also some dishes that ordinary people would not dare to consider. Nevertheless, the business at "Si Ji Fa" is indeed thriving. In this relatively secluded area, the residents are mostly wealthy families. Their wealth makes them more fearful of war, as money becomes less valuable amidst conflict. Life can be lost at any moment, rendering wealth useless. Consequently, many affluent individuals prefer to relocate to safer places. They have connections in the government and possess both material and human resources. Relocation is indeed a relatively simple matter. In this atmosphere of corruption, land can be bought and sold through connections, making everything quite straightforward.

In Yangyi Town, the inhabitants primarily rely on hunting for their livelihood, although they also engage in farming the mountainous land, which is not their main occupation. Everyone in the town is an excellent hunter, and as a result, bandits and robbers do not dare to target this town, as it would be a disgraceful endeavor.

"Can you treat a dog's injury?" the girl in the yellow dress, who had remained silent until now, suddenly asked.

"Then what would it take for your father to agree?" Tian Lu asked anxiously, looking at Cai Feng with eager anticipation

Tian Lu and Tian Fu could not help but be taken aback, laughingly scolding: "If you have gas, just let it out; if you need to defecate, then do so. Why bother with so many adjectives and be so verbose? Isn't it a hassle?"

Relatively speaking, Wu'an is located in the central part of the territory of the Northern Wei, and its situation is not like that of the border. Within the city, apart from some soldiers defending against the bandits of the Taihang Mountains, there are not many stationed troops. Of course, there are still several hundred city guards, which is nearly sufficient to protect the city from bandit incursions. Additionally, the soldiers maintained by various local gentry can almost respond to any sudden incidents within the city

Cai Feng could only find it amusing, yet he did not know how to interject. Although he was fearless, he still had to show a degree of respect towards the governor's wife in the governor's residence. However, he certainly could not pass up the opportunity for free fine wine. Thus, he steeled himself and said in a low voice: "Madam, the two young masters are merely youthful and playful, and their dog-fighting with Young Master Li is simply out of a desire for excitement. In fact, the two young masters have a very good relationship with Young Master Li. The reason they invited me here this time is solely to treat the dog, with no other intentions. If Madam disapproves of their actions, the two young masters are the most filial and will certainly heed your instructions. When the two young masters play with us, they often say they listen to Madam the most, right, young masters?"

Cai Feng let out a painful cry and cursed, "What the hell, why hit so hard? Your cousin isn't female, I'm male, and it's perfectly normal for males to like females. What's so strange about that? No matter who she is to you, even if she's a princess, it doesn't matter. Truly, you've never seen the world."

"Dancing with wolves? Sleeping with dogs?" Tian Fu asked, puzzled, a hint of confusion in his eyes

"Cai Feng, I beg you, have you not always been unafraid of the powerful? Back then, when you found out I was the son of the governor, did you not still want to beat us until our bottoms were swollen?" Tian Lu said almost pleadingly

Although the governor's wife regarded Cai Feng with a different perspective, she was well aware of her son's personality. Therefore, she did not relent and asked sternly, "Then do you not wish to regain face for your two dogs?"

The two attendants never expected Cai Feng to be so fierce, nor to speak so recklessly. Seeing that the two young masters did not respond, they could not help but shout angrily: "Where did this wild brat come from, daring to cause a ruckus at the governor's residence!" As they spoke, they attempted to grab Cai Feng, thinking he was indeed here to collect debts. They were well aware that the Tianlu brothers often engaged in dog fighting, so it was not surprising for them to owe money. Moreover, upon seeing the four massive dogs behind Cai Feng, they thought that the Tianlu brothers' dogs would have no chance of winning, thus they intended to give Cai Feng a show of authority.

Outside the mountain lies a world, while inside the mountain exists a community; each has its own chaos, and I follow my own path. In such a tumultuous world filled with conflict, having such an environment is already a remarkable blessing

Tian Lu could not help but shake his head and let out a bitter laugh, saying, "It seems that there is truly no remedy left." He sighed again and added, "My cousin's in-laws are from the Shusun family in Jincheng, specifically Shusun Changhong."

Young Master Cai is upstairs settling accounts with the shopkeeper and will be coming down shortly. The young waiter moved the hand of the richly dressed youth aside and then continued to nag, saying: "Using so much force, you almost tore your clothes."

Haha ... ... the three of them couldn't help but laugh simultaneously

"Your beloved? Oh my!" Tian Lu said with a comical expression, reveling in the misfortune.

"Madam did not instruct me to raise my head, how could I dare to do so? Would that not be a great disrespect?" Cai Feng said as he raised his head, casting a glance at the young girl without any reservations

Then I won't be polite, we are all friends, right? Why should we be so clear about who owes what to whom? If you contribute, it is as if I contribute too, isn't it?" Cai Feng pretended to be courteous as he patted the shoulders of the two and smiled

"It's all good, it's all good. Here's the thing: for the sake of my brother, I don't mind taking a bit of a loss. However, if my father finds out, he will definitely give me a good beating, and the consequences would be far worse than Li Chong's orders. As long as my father and my Uncle Huang do not object, I am willing to help my brother regain some face." Cai Feng's tone softened a bit as he said this with a sly expression.

Cai Feng, with a look of disdain, said: "Hmph, who have I, Cai Feng, ever been afraid of? I even dare to provoke the son of the Minister of Personnel. What is so remarkable about the young scion of the Shangsun family? You truly underestimate me, Cai Feng."

Cai Feng hurriedly clasped his fists and bowed respectfully, saying: "Cai Feng has met the lady." However, his cunning eyes wandered to the charming young girl beside the noblewoman. The girl had bright eyes and white teeth, exuding an ethereal beauty, her slender figure tightly wrapped in a light yellow dress, exuding an indescribable allure

Cai Feng, Cai Feng! Those two young men in brocade disregarded the people who were enjoying their meal and shouted out loud.

Yes, it is precisely these eight characters! Cai Feng reiterated once again

I will go right away and say that we will start the battle in one hour, wouldn't that be better? That kid Li Zhan is very arrogant, always thinking that his dogs are invincible across the world, and he will definitely look down on us. No matter what, he will accept the challenge, wouldn't that save us more time?" Tian Fu suggested

To train a dog, one must first understand, cherish, and empathize with it. The ancestors of dogs were wolves; thus, to know dogs, one must first recognize and understand wolves. Therefore, understanding wolves is an essential step. Cherishing and empathizing with dogs does not merely mean providing them with food and a comfortable living environment. Dogs trained in such a manner will at best become inferior watchdogs, much like the dogs in your outdoor shed, which may bark at strangers for a while but can never be trained to become fierce and combative war dogs. The potential of dogs is immeasurable, just as no one knows the extent of human latent power. To cherish and empathize with dogs means to understand them, to treat them as one would treat oneself, one’s children, or one’s brothers, and to earn their trust by removing their basic wariness towards you. Wolves are ancient fierce beasts, and their vitality and fighting spirit are hard to imagine. The ancestors of dogs are wolves, yet today’s dogs have lost the ferocity and wildness of wolves while needing to possess the gentleness and stability of dogs. Therefore, one must dance with wolves and sleep with dogs. The details of this process, I naturally cannot explain to you one by one. I consider you friends, which is why I have shared the secrets of dog training with you without reservation. As for how you will apply this knowledge, that will depend on your own fortune.

The two young men in brocade looked like defeated roosters, sticking out their tongues and making faces, they shyly laughed and said: "Are you missing us so much!"

The young man in fine clothes raised his sword-like eyebrows and shouted, "Stop babbling and get out of the way. Where is Cai Feng? Tell me quickly."

"Cai Feng, you have finally arrived." The two young men in brocade joyfully ran towards the young man in black by the counter

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were both exasperated and amused. Cai Feng, who was being overly serious and verbose, was only doing so for such a trivial matter. He couldn't help but shake his head and sigh: "It seems you are resolutely stubborn, with your lustful ambitions clouding your judgment, and there is no hope for you now"

The most alluring place in Wu'an City is not the brothel, but the restaurant, among which "Four Seasons Fa" is the best. It is unknown where the chefs here were hired from, but the dishes they prepare are particularly enticing. There are people outside the building who, upon catching a whiff of the food's aroma, find their mouths watering profusely. However, not many can enjoy such exquisite dishes, as few possess the means to afford them.

Let us go and take a look at General Zuo Qijiang, and by the way, offer some comfort to your Four Great Vanguards

The young man turned his head to glance at the people around him, then turned back and glared fiercely at Cai Feng, scolding, "Overconfident."

"After all, we are just dog friends!" Cai Feng responded with a carefree smile and turned to walk out through the back door

"Not bad, I Tian Fu can also guarantee it," another young man in brocade said, raising his hand to express his stance

The young girl was also astonished by Cai Feng's arrogance, and could not help but be impressed by his indifference to everything. Even the governor's wife was greatly surprised by Cai Feng. Indeed, she could not articulate what crime Cai Feng had committed; it was merely from a perspective of status and traditional values that Cai Feng seemed somewhat unjustifiable. However, all of this was merely a fixed notion in people's hearts, and there was fundamentally no basis for any accusation. Cai Feng appeared to have a clear understanding of the affairs of the world. It should be noted that the uprising of Liu Han and Ba Ling was only a little over a month ago, and the news of the court sending troops to quell the bandits had only recently emerged. Moreover, Cai Feng's casual references were evidently not the quick wit one would expect from an ordinary hunter's son. However, since Cai Feng was a friend of her son, it was possible that this information came from her son, thus her doubts were not profound. She could only lightly say: "Then you all should hurry and go, do not let me know that you are involved with Li Zhan's dog, otherwise I will certainly have your father deal with you severely."

Young Master! The two doormen respectfully greeted the Tian Lu brothers, then coldly glanced at Cai Feng, who was dressed in plain clothes, clearly puzzled as to how their young master could be associated with a country bumpkin.

Tian Fu asked with a smile, "Brother, do you still want to challenge that kid Li Zhan?"

"You go and challenge that kid Wei Zhong, meet at the usual place this afternoon. You must let that kid Li Zhan know the consequences. But don't tell him that it will be Tiger and Leopard fighting, otherwise they will be too scared to place their bets, and that would ruin the fun" said Tian Lu to Tian Fu

"Madam, when asked, I dare not conceal the truth. I am the son of a hunter from the mountains. Your son and I hit it off upon our first meeting, and thus we became friends," Cai Feng replied with neither humility nor arrogance.

The young man looked at Cai Feng in astonishment, and Cai Feng shrugged and smiled, saying: "Brother Changsheng, please be understanding. It’s fine if we return tomorrow morning. Besides, we don’t have to spend extra money, right? You can invite Uncle Ma and Sanzi to stay at 'Four Seasons Inn.' There’s no need to worry about food and drinks; the manager has already made arrangements for you. I will come back to find you and Uncle Ma tomorrow. How does that sound?"

Cai Feng couldn't help but come to his senses, turning his head to gaze foolishly at Tian Lu and Tian Fu, and jokingly scolded, "Damn it, I'm about to drool. With such a beautiful girl in your family, why didn't you call me earlier to treat your dog's wounds? I wouldn't mind helping you raise the dog either"

Tian Lu and Tian Fu shouted "Hush!" and the pack of dogs immediately fell silent, leading the fearless Cai Feng through the outer shed and towards the inner shed. The four black dogs behind Cai Feng stood out distinctly among the dogs in the shed, causing the others to quickly part and create a path, as if they were extremely intimidated by these four dogs

"A Feng, your father will be unhappy if he finds out." A middle-aged man also entered 'Four Seasons Hair' and sat down beside Cai Feng.

Tian Lu could not help but burst into laughter, while Cai Feng's expression showed a hint of disappointment as he angrily said: "What is so funny? Taking pleasure in someone else's misfortune is not very friendly. You should actually feel sorry for your cousin for losing such a talented and unparalleled husband like me."

The shopkeeper was taken aback by this scene, his eyes wide open in disbelief as he looked at the young man in black before him, then glanced at the two young men in brocade.

Cai Feng smiled faintly and said: "In fact, it is not a difficult task to raise dogs as magnificent as my four great vanguards, but to say that you could raise such brave dogs, I fear you truly lack the will to do so"

Although this man was half a head taller than the young men in brocade, he did not dare to retaliate or evade; instead, he pretended to smile and said, "I misspoke, I misspoke!" As he spoke, he covered his face and left the two young men in brocade with a disgruntled expression.

You all, how inconsiderate! Quickly tell me, does Ye Mei have a husband? Or where is her husband's family from?

Cai Feng felt somewhat displeased; seeing the doorman's contemptuous gaze, he coldly said: "What are you staring at? I am here to collect a debt from your young master. Is there anything inappropriate about that?"

Cai Feng turned his head and gazed deeply at the two, calmly saying: "What is the rush? Your dog is not in any life-threatening danger, and besides, these are merely superficial injuries. There is no need to overreact; let me take care of them."

The lady of the governor shot a fierce glance at Cai Feng, who surprisingly shrugged and said: "Madam, if there is nothing else, I would like to treat the dogs' injuries as soon as possible to alleviate their suffering."

"Which few characters? Which characters?" Tian Luqi asked.

"Young Master Cai, you have counted it; this is seventy-six taels, not a single coin less," the shopkeeper said, presenting a small pouch of silver.

"Lu Er, Fu Er, what are you two up to again?" A voice, both authoritative and kind, floated over.

By the way, I have three companions with me. Since we have decided to fight for you, we must stay here for a night. This..." Cai Feng cast a disdainful glance at the Tian Lu brothers, hesitating to speak.

Cai Feng, deeply engrossed, saw that Tian Fu was being so unreasonable. He abruptly interrupted and couldn't help but grab Tian Fu's arm, urgently asking: "When did you become so annoying, always teasing people?"

"All of this is on me, I guarantee you will live comfortably, as long as you can help my brother and me save face," Tian Lu said generously

In the stable behind "Four Seasons", four tall black dogs were crouching, panting like wolves, which indeed caused some alarm, even making the horses feel a bit uneasy. However, two young boys in splendid attire, upon seeing the four large dogs, could not help but feel overjoyed. They exchanged glances and then squeezed through the back door into "Four Seasons".

Cai Feng laughed heartily and pretended to be arrogantly proud, saying: "What a masterpiece this is, how could anyone else possibly learn it!" He then feigned seriousness and said, "Now, I am going to ask you a matter with utmost seriousness and caution, and you must answer me honestly."

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were taken aback and asked unhappily, "Then what have you been watching here for so long?"

The young girl could not help but feel amused, yet she was also unable to suppress her shyness. She had never encountered a boy as bold and wild as Cai Feng, which she found quite amusing. However, due to the presence of the governor's wife, she dared not laugh out loud and merely turned away gracefully, moving like a swaying hibiscus, both beautiful and elegant.

Tian Fu also appeared timid and innocent, with a look of complete innocence on his face

Indeed, Mother! Cai Feng is speaking the truth. We will no longer seek out Li Zhan for the fighting dogs. It is only because we cannot bear to see the dogs suffer that we called Cai Feng to treat their injuries. Tian Lu chimed in, taking advantage of the situation, while simultaneously casting a grateful glance at Cai Feng.

"Alright, then we must hurry back to the town tomorrow," said the middle-aged man, taking a deep breath.

"Why don't you lift your head?" the noble lady asked.

"Unless how?" Tian Lu and Tian Fu's spirits immediately surged, asking eagerly.

Tian Fu couldn't help but laugh heartily and asked, "Damn it, Cai Feng, when did you come up with such a good phrase—son of a grandmother, it's really fresh, and it feels so satisfying to curse like that"

"Waiter, come here and take these three to the guest room, and serve them well. All expenses will be charged to the account of the gentleman from the library," Tian Lu shouted loudly.

"What are you two ghosts shouting about? Haven't you seen this is a restaurant? If you keep bothering people, how can we do business? If you annoy me, I'll have Huzi bite your backside in half," the young man in black said, revealing a set of white teeth as he scolded.

At this moment, it was Cai Feng's turn to laugh heartily, laughing so hard that he could hardly catch his breath. He even exaggeratedly elongated the arc of his laughter, leaving Tian Lu feeling both angry and resentful, yet helpless. After all, they truly feared his father, and could only swallow their anger and accompany Cai Feng to the doghouse.

The Northern Wei court was shaken. The common people, unable to endure the oppression of the Northern Wei court, began to rise in unrest everywhere, leading to a scattering of hearts. A large number of refugees surged southward, while more people took refuge in the mountains, banding together as outlaws.

Li Chong's sister is the wife of Wei Langen. That brat Wei Zhong deliberately called Li Chong's son over and brought along two exceptionally fierce dogs, which bit both me, the 'Left Cavalry General,' and the 'Right Cavalry General' all over, leaving us unable to fight any longer. " Tian Lu said unwillingly

I have never dreamed of being an adult. Adults are burdened with countless responsibilities, while the petty can enjoy a leisurely life. Adults are constantly under scrutiny, as if being watched, whereas the petty can act freely and without concern, and need not worry about false reputations. The two brothers have expressed my thoughts perfectly. Cai Feng shamelessly winked at the Tian Lu brothers and made a funny face, laughing.

Cai Feng, with a dazed expression and a look of astonishment, shouted with a smile.

Wuan City is not very large, located near the mountains, and the wooden and stone structure of the city walls is very sturdy

"A Feng, has the deal been made?" a young man asked joyfully as he set down the wine jug in his hand

Cai Feng laughed shamelessly and said, "This way, it can better reflect the seriousness of the issue"

Alas, this is what it means for a soldier to die for those who understand him, there is no other way!" Cai Feng feigned helplessness and sighed.

Cai Feng quickly counted the silver coins in the bag and said with a smile: "Indeed, there is no mistake. Please turn around and ask the shopkeeper to prepare twenty jin of good wine for me, it should be aged."

Oh, what do you do? The noblewoman asked elegantly, her gaze becoming calm and serene like still water.

What are you doing? Tian Lu waited for a long time but still did not see Cai Feng take any action to treat the injury, and could not help but ask with some confusion and urgency

The governor's mansion is very luxurious, and there are hardly any honest officials left within the court

Indeed, you are the king among dogs. Cai Feng, how did you train these few "vanguards"?

Tian Lu and Tian Fu's footsteps, which were about to run, seemed to be nailed down, and they reluctantly turned around slowly.

Cai Feng shrugged his shoulders and handed the silver coins in his hand to the young man, saying, "You go meet Uncle Ma, I still have some things to do."

Tian Lu and Tian Fu couldn't help but pause for a moment, then cunningly said, "You pay the bill for me first, then we'll talk."

A group of unreliable friends, not taking anything seriously, go quickly. The young man laughed and scolded.

Tian Fu shook his head and smiled bitterly, imitating Cai Feng's tone and replied, "My cousin's name is Yuan Yemei, she is fifteen years old, and she is from the fairyland of Handan. My cousin..." He stopped talking at this point.

Ha ha ha... Tian Lu and Tian Fu couldn't help but burst into laughter.

Tian Fu's words make sense. Go ahead and speak your mind. I want to show Li Zhan that the dog I trained is the most powerful.

Clap! How dare you call him a kid! The tall, well-dressed young man gave the man who had just gotten up a slap and angrily said.

The noblewoman coldly scrutinized Cai Feng, who had extraordinary eloquence yet was neither humble nor overbearing. She saw in his clear and limpid eyes an unconcealable expression of proud self-confidence, as well as the exaggerated lines on his face, which displayed a resolute and leisurely temperament. She couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction at the thought that her son had such a friend, and no feeling of disgust arose in her.

Tian Lu and Tian Fu couldn't help but laugh. They whispered, "This is different. Although Li Chong is the Shangshu Ling, he is not a Xianbei noble. In the Northern Dynasties, everyone has to consider the Xianbei people's opinions when acting. Even Li Chong is afraid of them. No matter how powerful you are, you can't compete with them."

How about this: I will first help you deal with those two lackeys of Li Zhan, and then I will drink and apologize. It shouldn't be too much of a problem. Considering the drink, my father might just give me a couple of slaps and let it go.

Cai Feng smiled lightly and said: "In fact, there is nothing particularly secretive about this; the main point can be summarized in just a few words."

The boy in black asked curiously, "Isn't it five taels of silver each?"

Tian Fu looked at him sympathetically and said, "I'm afraid you won't be able to handle the blow!"

Cai Feng walked down the stairs leisurely and approached the young man, saying with a smile, "I have a natural talent for success. How about 76 taels of silver?" Cai Feng proudly lifted the bag in his hand.

Tian Lu, feeling deflated like a flaccid bag, weakly said: "I think it’s better to avoid it; I fear my father’s tiger bench."

The middle-aged American woman slightly furrowed her brow; Cai Feng's actions were indeed somewhat excessive. The young girl seemed to sense this as well and shot Cai Feng a fierce glare, yet there was not much anger in her expression

Oh, oh! Those two tall and somewhat thin black dogs pounced over like lightning.

There's nothing better than this. I will definitely bring back the best wine from Wuan City for you.

Tian Lu and Tian Fu could not help but smile in agreement, saying: "That is indeed the case." Then they added: "But wait, how could Li Chong's dog possibly be more formidable than your Huzi? Any two of the Four Great Guards would scare Li Chong's son to the point of losing control of himself."

Tian Fu and Tian Lu came to their senses and simultaneously said to Cai Feng with admiration: "If what you say is true, it seems that in our lifetime we will never be able to truly train a large dog as magnificent and fierce as your four great vanguards."

In fact, it was not only the shopkeeper who was astonished; everyone on the upper floor was greatly surprised. No one could have imagined that the two precious sons of the governor would be so respectful towards the son of a hunter.

Afeng, it's time for us to return to the town.

Everyone here cherishes life as if it were their very existence. In this era, having a day of peace is considered a day of happiness, though perhaps the people here have long since become numb to this feeling. However, they often travel to Wuan County, where they exchange furs or game for the necessities they require. This is the simplicity of their life, which could not be more basic. Yet, in Wuan, no one is unaware of the significance of Yangyi, this small town; when conducting business, they do not dare to take small advantages. More importantly, they respect every individual from Yangyi. The game they hunt is often prey that many hunters would prefer to avoid, which is a source of pride for them. Recently, however, it is not the game that has piqued the interest of the young gentlemen of Wuan County, but rather a boy—a boy who is always followed by several dogs. The game he carries is certainly not insignificant, nor is it simple, and what astonishes people even more is the way his dogs are tamed, as if they were his own sons.

Tian Luxing excitedly said: "No problem, with you as the vanguard of the Tiger and Leopard, Li Zhan will definitely be shocked and forget about the four seasons."

Hurry up!" the tall, elegantly dressed young man cheerfully urged.

"Tiger cub, leopard cub!" Cai Feng shouted in a low voice.

"Rest assured, if they are not well-fed, how can they have the strength to go into battle?" Tian Fu said with a smile

The middle-aged man could not help but shake his head, pulling the dazed young man to follow the waiter as they ascended the stairs.

This is called "officials are powerful and their dogs are fierce". Li Chong is the current Shangshu Ling, and the dog he raises is extraordinary. It's really interesting, interesting. Cai Feng laughed.

Cai Feng looked deflated like a punctured bag, devoid of any spirit, with a face full of disappointment, yet he did not forget to angrily declare: "I will definitely have the dog bite off half of Uncle Sun Changhong's butt. Damn it, how dare he take away my beloved."

Ah--Cai Feng was startled and quickly said, "That won't do!"

Yes, mother, the child understands. Tian Lu and Tian Fu said respectfully.

Those young gentlemen are very fond of dog fighting. Indeed, in this era where life and death are uncertain, wealthy individuals know how to indulge in pleasure, and dog fighting is a very enjoyable pastime.

Ah, ah! Those two servants had not yet reacted when they were bitten in the pants by two black dogs, leaving two bite marks on their backsides. Meanwhile, two other black dogs were poised to pounce, their pairs of eyes, resembling copper bells, greedily fixated on the throats of the two men, causing the servants to be utterly terrified.

Cai Feng couldn't help but burst into laughter

The speaker is a dignified and graceful middle-aged woman, with her hair styled in a high phoenix crown, her steps slightly swaying, and amidst her delicate appearance reminiscent of willows swaying in the wind, she cannot conceal her imposing authority.

The young man in black feigned realization and said, "Oh, so that's how it is. Well then, seventy-six taels of silver is indeed seventy-six taels. We are truly old friends now"

Cai Feng smiled faintly, disregarding the barking of the two injured dogs, and squatted down beside them to observe closely

You truly do not know the heights of heaven and the depths of the earth. Can you afford to provoke the son of the Minister Li? Fortunately, nothing happened; otherwise, if things went awry, even your father would not be able to protect the two of you

Tian Fu and Tian Lu Yi Xi asked eagerly in unison: "What is the method of raising it?"

The young man in black slowly turned his head, revealing a face that was still somewhat mischievous yet strikingly handsome. The exaggerated lines on his face, combined with his wild eyes, made it immediately clear that he was a bold, untamed, and exceedingly treacherous individual

Tian Lu and Tian Fu, with a smile, commented: "As for this face, it is quite pleasing to the eye. However, the eyes are too wide open, as if they are about to devour someone. If it weren't for that fierce look, it would be acceptable. As for the mouth, it is too upturned; such a high tilt detracts from the overall image. It could be considered as having some talent, but to be truly outstanding, the mouth should not be so upturned. The nose is well-formed, but such noses are probably not rare in the world. The ears are also nothing special. The head is just passable. The feet are a bit large, and the hands are somewhat long, which is not ideal. However, when viewed as a whole, it does seem somewhat remarkable, possessing a unique charm, but it needs to be a bit gentler. A bad temper would not be good and would lead to deductions..."

"Yes, it is..." the shop assistant said, trembling and stammering

Haha... Tian Lu and Tian Fu couldn't help but burst into joyful laughter, praising, "Indeed, you are incredibly brave. You two dog servants are truly blind; you dare to strike my friend. If I don't teach you a lesson, you won't know the severity of the situation. Come on, Cai Feng."

Cai Feng still kept his head down and replied with neither humility nor arrogance: "Indeed."

"Hey, hey—why are you pulling so hard? You've torn the clothes, and I don't have money to buy new ones!" Cai Feng said casually as he moved the hands of the two away.

"Wine, but your father is not here. If you return to your mountain village and come back, wouldn't that take another two days? That is too slow," Tian Fu said anxiously

Ah! Tian Lu and Tian Fu were momentarily taken aback, yet they found themselves helpless, and could only angrily scold, "To measure a gentleman's heart with a villain's mind"

The two elegantly dressed young men exchanged an awkward smile and said: "This is easy to say, I will go buy you some good clothes, and even if it means going to eat 'Shijifa' 'Zhangtou Huzhua Ding', it is not a problem"

Tian Fu and Tian Lu let out a cry of pain, covering their shoulders and苦笑道, "Could you be a little gentler?"

Oh, if that's the case, I can still consider it, but I need to first clarify who the opponent is and how large your stakes are said Cai Feng, touching his nose with a sly expression

Tian Lu and Tian Fu were both taken aback, and Cai Feng immediately sensed that something was amiss. He was looking up at them, while the Tian brothers kept their heads down and did not see the expression on his mother's face, leaving them confused. Cai Feng hurriedly said: "In fact, the two young masters only keep dogs for entertainment; dogs can never be compared to humans. It would be foolish to jeopardize human relationships for the sake of a dog's pride. I believe the two young masters would never be so foolish as to do such a thing, especially since Young Master Li is a good friend of both of you!"

"Do not put on such a high hat; he is the son of the Minister of Personnel. A high-ranking official can easily crush a commoner like me. If I provoke him, it would be a dead end for me," Cai Fenggu said with difficulty.

Cai Feng smiled proudly and said, "Take some gifts to properly reward a few valiant warriors, so that they will work hard for you."

Tian Lu and Tian Fu helplessly shook their heads and sighed, saying: "I cannot compete with you no matter what, please treat my dog’s injuries quickly."

The noblewoman turned her head to glance at the four dogs behind the crowd, which were even more formidable than wolves. Not only did she show no signs of fear, but she also turned to Tian Luxun and reprimanded him: "I have heard that you are associated with the son of Minister Li, Li Zhandou, the fighting dog, is that so?"

The two young men in brocade were overjoyed to see Cai Feng come out, and they eagerly grabbed the sleeve of Cai Feng's garment, saying excitedly: "This time, you must help us and stand up for us brothers."

The young girl gazed in astonishment at Cai Feng, unable to believe that the son of a hunter in the mountains possessed such courage and spirit. Just the calm and composed expression on his face was enough to astonish one, as it was incongruous with his tender age

"Oh dear, it hurts so much, which one is it..." The man, dazed from the fall, was about to curse while rubbing his backside, but upon seeing the two young gentlemen in splendid attire before him, he quickly swallowed his words of reproach, his expression turning to one of utmost respect. He scrambled to his feet and fawned, saying: "Gentlemen, I sincerely apologize. I beg your pardon, please do not hold it against me. It was my blindness that caused this..."