Although the disciples of the Eternal Devil Sect and Jiang Xuansu had also been invited by Lin Bai, they could at most be considered guests accompanying him. They had no say at the banquet.
The banquet continued until midnight, when the Qi Tian Sect's ancestor finally led the many martial artists of the Qi Tian Sect away from the Tianshui Sect's palace.
"Thank you for hosting us, Tianshui Sect. We are deeply grateful."
Ancestor Zhang Bailiu and Lin Bai saw the members of the Qi Tian Sect to the entrance. The Qi Tian Sect's ancestor thanked them with a broad smile.
"Don't say that. We feel truly ashamed that we failed to treat all our fellow Daoists from the Qi Tian Sect properly."
"Once Chu Emperor's Birthday Celebration is over, our Tianshui Sect will prepare another feast to apologize."
Ancestor Zhang Bailiu also exchanged a few cordial words with a smile.
"In that case, we shall take our leave first." The Qi Tian Sect's ancestor turned around and climbed into the deer carriage, preparing to depart.
Lin Bai looked up at Jiang Xuansu. "Wait a moment, Senior Sister Jiang Xuansu. Don't I deserve to reminisce with this old friend of mine?"
Jiang Xuansu had intended to leave with the Qi Tian Sect, but Lin Bai suddenly called out to her, leaving her somewhat flustered. "Since Wolf Marquis has invited me, I should naturally accept, but it is already so late..."
"The imperial capital of Chu is the same day and night. There is no distinction between day and night here." Lin Bai smiled. "I know there is a little tavern ahead. The wine they sell is fairly good, and the side dishes are quite tasty too."
Before Jiang Xuansu could finish speaking, Lin Bai extended his invitation.
As Jiang Xuansu