Han Su was usually steady and capable, rarely showing such a side of himself before others.
Today, when he saw Xu Changqing come to his door, the grievances he had bottled up for years could no longer be held back and came pouring out.
Xu Changqing listened quietly without rashly interrupting, occasionally refilling Han Su's cup.
The two had known each other for decades, and he knew the other man's difficulties.
His potential was average to begin with, yet he still had to cultivate diligently, earn spirit stones, and endure a life that was far too grueling.
Once he had vented enough and Han Su's emotions gradually settled, Xu Changqing finally spoke to comfort him. "Junior Brother Han, things have already come to this. You need not blame yourself too much.
"Xianglin doesn't refuse to let you see the child because she hates you. It is more because she resents you.
"You needn't rush it either. Take it slowly.
"One day, she will let you see the child."
After a pause, he added, "As for the disturbances in the Earth Vein, you needn't shoulder them alone.
"If there is anything you need my help with, just say the word.
"Between you and me, there is no need for such courtesy."
Hearing this, Han Su's eyes were filled with gratitude. He immediately cupped his hands. "With those words from you, Senior Brother, I feel much more at ease."
Xu Changqing nodded slightly, then changed the subject. "The Earth Vein has been growing increasingly unstable lately. If one day this place can no longer be guarded, or if you grow tired of staying here, what plans do you have?"
Han Su froze with his wine cup suspended in midair, a trace of confusion flashing through his eyes.
In truth, he had never