The Three Great Han Dynasties: Awaken Liu Bei with a scolding; you weave mats and sell sandals.

Cai Yong spoke again, and his words finally put Cai Yan's mind at ease.

But when I looked at the room full of scriptures and books, I couldn't help but feel a little reluctant to leave.

She knew very well that her father usually had a lot of knowledge about these rare scriptures.

These treasures, accumulated by the Cai family over generations, are highly valued.

But now, her father has gone to such lengths for her, his daughter, which makes her feel ashamed and uneasy.

"Father, there's really no need for this."

Cai Yan couldn't help but step forward and slowly said to her father.

"Ugh."

Upon hearing this, Cai Yong smiled and said, "My daughter is confused."

Now, you are my only daughter. If you weren't here, what use would these scriptures and books be to me?

Ultimately, it will all belong to you.

Cai Yong spoke again, and Cai Yan stepped forward and hugged her father. The father and daughter embraced each other, a rare display of their deep affection.

The next day, just after noon, Cai Yong appeared at the Liu family mansion.

Cai Yong remained expressionless.

He is the future father-in-law of the Liu family of Zhuojun, and is even considered the only elder in the Liu family at present.

Wu's parents have passed away, and there's no need to say more about Xu's side.

Now, Cai Yong, as an elder, is undoubtedly the only respected elder in the entire Liu family.

His status within the Liu family was exceptionally prestigious.

Whether they were Liu's retainers, gatekeepers, or anyone else in the clan, they all treated him with utmost respect and dared not be negligent in the slightest. Everyone greeted him and was mindful of all the proper etiquette.

Today, the Liu family of Youzhou is enjoying great renown.

"Go and fetch your patriarch. I have something to say to him today."

Cai Yong said.

The servants immediately went to report, and after several detours, they arrived at the inner quarters.

Today, Liu Hong, Wu Shi, Xu Shi, and Xu Shu's whole family were having a meal together when they suddenly saw the servant coming over, his words and actions showing a hint of panic.

When the servant told him about the matter, Liu Hong smiled slightly. He really hadn't expected that the famous Confucian scholar Cai Gong would be so eager one day.

Liu Hong chuckled and shook his head, but just because he didn't understand didn't mean the women around him didn't understand either.

"My lord, you should go quickly and not delay."

After all, she is someone else's daughter. How can a husband disregard a father's good intentions?

This is not the mark of a wise ruler.

Wu spoke slowly, and her words were full of reason.

After hearing this, Liu Hong nodded emphatically and also stopped smiling.

He looked around and realized that he wasn't going alone, but had taken Xu Shu with him.

In this way...

It would be most appropriate for the father and son to appear together, as it would also allow Cai Yong to see the harmonious situation within the Liu family and put his mind at ease.

"It's been a few days, but Lord Cai seems even more vigorous than before. His skills are still sharp, and his eyes are bright and clear. I greet you, sir. This is Yuanzhi, my son."

Liu Hong then introduced Xu Shu.

When Cai Yong saw that Liu Hong had brought Xu Shu to this occasion, he felt much more at ease. However, he still had to maintain the proper demeanor, otherwise, wouldn't his daughter really suffer such humiliation after marriage?

In the past, the bride's family always needed to be more powerful to keep the groom's family in line.

Even though few can rival the Liu family of Youzhou these days, Cai Yong remains undaunted.

He used to dare offend even powerful and influential people, which is why he ended up in this situation. He has an inherent sense of pride and arrogance.

Cai Yong snorted coldly, sat down in the seat next to him, and said to Liu Hong with disdain, "You, Liu Ziguang, have been in control of Youzhou for half a month and ten days now, why haven't you come to my residence to ask for my hand in marriage?"

Could it be that he has already begun to regret his actions?

If you truly have such intentions, then it wouldn't matter if the marriage were called off. With a family of your caliber, the Liu family of Youzhou, my humble Cai family is truly no match for you.”

Cai Yong snorted again; he hadn't actually been this angry with Liu Hong before.

Because he had also been a family head, he could naturally imagine how much effort Liu Hong had to put in and how many matters he needed to handle in order to establish himself in Youzhou.

But that's no reason for my daughter to wait in vain. She should at least send someone over to let us know so that we can feel at ease. Instead, there's no word at all, which is making us very uneasy.

"It was all my fault, and I hope that you can forgive me, sir."

"Recently, family affairs have been very busy, and I have been truly willing but unable to manage them."

"Today, Lord Cai will take the lead and choose an auspicious day to finalize the marriage proposal. There will be no further delay."

Liu Hong spoke slowly.

After these repeated words, Cai Yong finally managed to temporarily restrain his temper.

However, he still harbored some resentment towards Liu Hong.

Why is it that he came today and is perfectly fine, but if he hadn't come?

Could it be that Liu is really planning to get away with this?

Cai Yong was naturally somewhat unwilling.

However, after Cai Yong left the Liu family mansion, he made many inquiries and learned that even now, the Liu family's situation was not as easy as he had imagined.

Although Guangyang County has been stabilized, Liu Wen, the former governor of Zhuo County, has not yet expressed his opinion, and has not even arrived in Guangyang County yet.

Besides, the Gongsun family in Liaoxi and Liaodong counties also remained silent. Even more distant counties did not submit to the Liu family despite their control over the entire Guangyang County. Instead, they remained neutral, which was quite unusual.

After returning home, Cai Yong reflected on his actions and also summoned his daughter, Cai Yan, asking her to be more understanding.

"It was my presumption, Father. Please punish me."

Cai Yan's eyes reddened; she hadn't expected that Liu would have such a difficult time lately.

In this way, her urging for marriage would make it seem as if the Cai family, including her, were forcing her into marriage, and she would be the one in the wrong.

Thinking about it carefully, I felt even more guilty.

Although Cai Yan was a talented woman, she was kind-hearted and had the careful guidance of her father, Cai Yong. Over the years, she had done a lot of good deeds, so it was only natural that she would have this thought today.

"When the time comes, I will explain things to Liu Ziguang properly."

This matter concerns only your father and has absolutely nothing to do with you, daughter. If Liu Ziguang truly wishes to blame you in the future, he can simply blame your father.

Cai Yong said this.

These words left Cai Yan speechless, both amused and exasperated.

What kind of logic is there in the world for a son-in-law to complain about his father-in-law?

If that were to happen, the name Liu Ziguang would truly become a disgrace among the gentry in the future.