The banquet that night was extremely lively. With the Duchess lending her support, quite a few nobles were willing to do the new Baron Xu Huo a favor, especially since he looked so wealthy.
Before the banquet had even ended, quite a few noble ladies had come over to make conversation with him. Out of curiosity about the newcomer and consideration for the dignity of the old nobility, most of the older ones merely exchanged polite pleasantries and did not show too much enthusiasm.
The banquet hall was filled with the aroma of food and fine wine. As the host, Xu Huo had drunk quite a bit and was feeling a little tipsy.
"Does Mr. Xu have a faith?" Serin came over with a wineglass.
This was the eighth time that evening he had used that question to start a conversation.
Xu Huo looked at him with an ambiguous smile. "You didn't really come to District 011 to preach, did you?"
Serin laughed heartily. "As a believer, shouldn't I remember the god I worship at all times and in all places? Besides, I'm a man of noble character. I never refuse to help others, which is in accordance with my doctrine."
As he spoke, he turned the conversation back to his earlier question. "Are you really not planning to join a religion, Mr. Xu? It isn't just in District 011—even in other sub-districts, it's a good way to break the ice when interacting with people. There are quite a few High-level Players who believe in religion."
"What do you think is the purpose of religion?" Xu Huo asked, rotating his wineglass.
"Of course, it's to save all living beings." A sacred light seemed to shine from Serin's fairly handsome face. "Most people in this world are ignorant and unenlightened. They