A flicker of surprise crossed Tantai Mingjing's eyes as well.
He gave Gu Sheng a long look, and his understanding of him seemed to undergo another subtle shift. He had initially thought this young man was fierce and unyielding, someone who would rather break than bend and showed no mercy toward enemies. Yet unexpectedly... he would even subdue captives for his own use? It seemed he was not blindly reckless after all. He also knew how to assess the situation and make use of every available resource.
"You... know how to adapt."
Tantai Mingjing's tone was subtle.
Gu Sheng's expression remained unchanged as he said calmly,
"To gain a foothold in Central Continent, relying on one man's strength alone will inevitably leave one stretched thin. Some matters, and some people, require manpower to handle and investigate. I cannot possibly... rely on Myriad Treasure Hall, Uncle Jing, and Xue Li for everything."
His words were blunt, but also candid.
Upon hearing this, Tantai Mingjing laughed instead, his smile lending even more brilliance to his handsome features.
"The way you put it, brat, makes it sound as if Myriad Treasure Hall treats you like a parasite. Xue Li, Xuefei, what do you two think?"
Miss Tantai hurriedly shook her head.
"Brother Gu Sheng, you are overstating it. We have never thought that way."
Tantai Xuefei curled her lips as well.
"Exactly. Brother Gu, you helped us refine the Mystic Violet Golden Pill, and... and you're so amazing. Helping you is only right."
Gu Sheng smiled at them, then looked toward Ning An and said to Tantai Mingjing,
"I promised her that as long as she completed her 'pledge of allegiance,' I would spare her life. I, Gu Sheng, keep my word."
Tantai Mingjing nodded, no longer dwelling on Ning An's identity, and