Amid the crowd, Gao Jiye was showering Li Xiao with flattery, an almost imperceptible smile curling at the corner of his mouth.
"Brother Li, I never imagined you were not only so powerful, but could hold your liquor so well, too! When I grow up, I'm definitely going to become someone as strong as you!"
Li Xiao nodded with cool arrogance. "Ambition is a good thing. But remember, guard against arrogance and impatience, and keep your feet on the ground."
"Yes, yes, I'll remember that."
After flattering Li Xiao for a while, Gao Jiye set his sights on Xiao Yi.
He raised his glass of juice to toast Xiao Yi a few times, then immediately brought up a subject that greatly interested him.
"Brother Xiao Yi, I heard you've been searching for the Laser Sword?"
Xiao Yi smiled without betraying anything. "It's the Divine Sword, Laser."
"Brother Xiao Yi, when I was studying in the Federation, I bought a sword at an auction. It should be the Divine Sword, Laser, you're talking about.
"Unfortunately, I don't know any sword techniques, and I'm afraid I might accidentally hurt myself using the Divine Sword, Laser.
"How about this, Brother Xiao Yi? The Divine Sword, Laser, would only go to waste in my hands, so why don't I give it to you?"
Xiao Yi was tempted. He had no love for wealth, only renowned swords, and he had spent a long time searching for the Divine Sword, Laser, in particular.
But remembering Gao Bancheng's assessment of Gao Jiye, he dismissed the idea.
"I can't accept a reward I haven't earned. You should keep such a precious treasure for yourself."
Gao Jiye smiled. "A fine sword belongs with a hero. It can realize its true worth in your hands, Brother Xiao Yi. Please don't