Nangong Ling said drunkenly, "Tianlang, you delivered the Secret Letter in time today. Once we capture that mysterious Four-star Warrior, I can bring you into Tong Pass to work for me."
Dong Tianlang was overjoyed, but he could not help saying, "My lord, the operation is tomorrow. You should drink less today."
"It's only ordinary wine. With a turn of my True Qi, the alcohol will dissipate completely. What's wrong with letting me enjoy myself for one day? You have no idea how overbearing that tigress at home is..."
Dong Tianlang did not dare listen to such words. "My lord, you've had too much to drink."
Nangong Ling shook his head and praised him. "I haven't had too much. Tianlang, I consider you a confidant. When my term ends next year and I return to the Nangong Family, you can come with me. I can tell that you're a capable and ambitious man. This Outer Domain of Tong Pass will ultimately only limit your talents."
"Thank you for your favor, my lord. Wherever you go, I'll follow... But my lord, what exactly is Town Guardian Qin's background? Why do I feel like he isn't even as formidable as you?"
After drinking too much, his mouth simply would not stop.
Nangong Ling was having trouble controlling his thoughts. He drank another cup and said, "That's not right. Qin Jian is still stronger than me, but that fellow is just a peasant-born bumpkin. His family farmed for generations. He merely happened to catch the eye of an important figure because of his talent and was taken in as a disciple, which was how he became a Four-star Warrior. Later, that important figure died of old age, and Qin Jian suffered suppression. He nearly lost his life..."
Dong Tianlang revealed a curious expression.