"If there's nothing else, I'll be going back."
Samlet's words still carried a sense of distance, but Jin Hong no longer minded.
In fact, he hoped Samlet would stay that way.
That was how a change in someone's status and background could change another person's attitude.
"I have nothing else. But remember what I said. You mustn't be so rude in front of His Highness next time."
"And we won't disturb you for the next few days. If you want somewhere quiet, I can find you a courtyard. His Highness places great importance on your performance in the matches."
Samlet thought for a moment, then said:
"Just keep those useless fools away from me. I'll cultivate in the Attendant's courtyard."
Hearing that Samlet could cultivate in Felsher Doug's courtyard left Jin Hong feeling rather sour.
His family might have been exceedingly prominent, but that meant nothing before the kingdom's Attendants. Even the Sixth Prince had to bow and greet them with the utmost respect.
Even if he became crown prince one day, he would at most be spared the formalities when meeting them. He would still have to treat them with respect.
If Felsher Doug's position had not been somewhat awkward, Bulos would never have dared tell Samlet not to dream of a swan's flesh just because Samlet had that bond with him.
Bulos might even have rushed to curry favor with Samlet and gone out of his way to marry his younger sister to him.
With that, Samlet cupped his fists and quickly left.
Watching Samlet's figure disappear, Jin Hong decided he was merely a brute who knew nothing but force. He shook his head with a smile and left as well.
Samlet returned to the courtyard the academy had set aside for Felsher Doug. Seeing him return, Felsher