Nie Tong had not yet finished his seclusion and could not leave. Coupled with Chief Diao Yong's invitation, Nie Yun did not refuse. He took Fei Tong with him and headed toward the tribe.
Having fooled Fei Tong, he no longer needed to worry about his "identity" being exposed. The two chatted and laughed, soon entering the Qing Shan Tribe.
When they returned to where the chief lived, they found a massive bonfire burning in the room. The upper ranks of the two tribes sat in a circle around it. Though things were still somewhat awkward between them, it was far better than the sword-drawn tension from before.
"Lord Nie Yun, Lord Fei Tong!"
Diao Yong and Feng Zhen hurried over.
"Chief Diao Yong, I plan to leave tomorrow..."
The table had been prepared with countless fine wines and delicacies. After several rounds of drinking, Nie Yun spoke.
No matter what, Chief Diao Yong had taken him in. Since he planned to leave, it was best to say so.
"Leave? So soon..."
Although Diao Yong had long guessed that his little temple could not accommodate such a great Buddha, and that the other man would leave sooner or later, he had not expected it to happen so quickly.
"Fei Tong still has matters to attend to. I want to go with him, so I can only leave... Thank you, Chief, for your hospitality during this time!" Nie Yun said.
"If my lord wishes to leave, I will not stop you. It is just... does my lord not wish to take a look at the valley where that Qiu Long Beast lives?" Diao Yong asked hesitantly.
Nie Yun knew the man would not say this without reason. There had to be more to it. He did not press him and simply