Three Slashes, unlike the furious crowd, showed no sign of anger. He smiled and cupped his fist towards Li Qiye: “I am a member of the Biandu. If you don’t mind, please be a guest at our residence.”

His amiable nature and politeness despite being the future ruler of Black Wood Cliff earned him points from the crowd.

“I’m sure our region will prosper under his rule.” Someone from the last generation nodded approvingly.

“If there’s a chance.” Li Qiye curtly answered.

The contrast between Three Slashes’ hospitality and Li Qiye’s bluntness only served to further annoy the ...