Afterward Shi Bo privately said to Duke Zhuang that from Guan Yiwu’s expression he did not look like someone who would die on the road.He was a rare talent under heaven.If he survived he would surely help Qi grow strong and once Qi became strong Lu would inevitably be threatened.Shi Bo suggested thinking in reverse.Lu could request Qi to spare Guan Yiwu’s life.If Guan Yiwu did not die he would certainly remember Lu’s favor and this could be useful for Lu in the future.
