When I was young, I often traveled with Bao Shuya, and Uncle Bao knew that he was talented. Translation is: When I was young, I often dated Bao Shuya, and Uncle Bao knew that he was talented.
Guan Zhong, also known as Yiwu, was a native of Yingshang. When he was young, he often dated Bao Shuya. Uncle Bao knew that he had talents. Guan Zhong's family was poor and he often occupied part of Uncle Bao's property. However, Uncle Bao always treated him very well and did not complain about it. Later, Uncle Bao served the young master Xiaobai of Qi State, and Guan Zhong served the young master Jiu.
When Xiaobai was established as Duke Huan, Prince Jiu was killed and Guan Zhong was imprisoned. Uncle Bao recommended Guan Zhong to Duke Huan. After Guan Zhong was appointed, he took charge of political affairs in the state of Qi. As a result, Duke Huan of Qi became hegemonic. He called the princes to make alliances many times to rectify the world. It was Guan Zhong's strategy.
Historical background:
This ancient article comes from "Historical Records·Biography of Guan Yan" and is an excellent work describing the friendship between Guan and Bao. Guan Baozhijia has always been used in our country to describe the close and trusting relationship between oneself and good friends. Later, "Guan Bao's acquaintance" was often used as a metaphor for a close friend.
The profound friendship between Guan Zhong and Bao Shuya has become a favorite story passed down from generation to generation in China. In China, people often use the term "Guan Baozhijia" to describe the close and trusting relationship between themselves and their good friends.