Lu's father and Wang Zhengguo had a sudden realization, which made them understand the high status Xibao held in front of the old leader. They realized it was a luxury for Xibao to be taught the Three Character Classic by the old leader himself, a privilege that wasn't bestowed on just anyone.
Wang Xinsheng went back early the next day, only to be immediately called over by the old leader's guards.
"I heard from Lu Shuai, you went to see Little Xibao yesterday?" The old leader asked directly.
"Yes, Little Xibao's grandfathers and uncles were all there, so I went to visit them. I ran into some old acquaintances and we inevitably had a few drinks."
Wang Xinsheng, Lu's father, and Wang Zhengguo had discussed this and decided not to bring up the issue of sworn brothers, treating it as a meeting with old friends instead.