After parting with Du Ge, Huang Xiao returned to the inn reserved for the Six Gates.
This time was nothing like his previous visit, when no one had paid him any attention. As soon as the inn's manager saw Huang Xiao enter, he hurried forward and said respectfully, "Lord Huang, you're back at last."
"Is something the matter?" Huang Xiao asked.
Huang Xiao was not surprised by the manager's attitude. After all, the man had been present last night when he defeated Tuoba Shun and the others.
"Congratulations on passing the First-Class Constable Examination, my lord. Your magnificent display of power at the examination was truly astonishing," the manager said, unable to resist flattering him.
So that was it, Huang Xiao thought. The manager was certainly well informed. After all, they were all within Kaifeng City, and he managed this inn, where quite a few first-class constables were staying. With so many people coming and going, news naturally traveled fast.
Huang Xiao said nothing, however, and waited for him to continue.
"My lord, the higher-ups sent two officials here to present you with your first-class constable token. Since you were away, they're waiting in the inner hall," the manager said.
Huang Xiao nodded. "Then we mustn't keep them waiting. Take me there."
Huang Xiao had not expected the Six Gates to work so efficiently, confirming his appointment as a first-class constable in such a short time. Still, there was nothing particularly surprising about it. Given that he was strong enough to fight Tuoba Xing, anyone with eyes could see that his standing went far beyond that of a first-class constable. Thus, those in charge of examinations at the Six Gates had not dared drag their feet and had completed all the formalities as quickly as possible. They knew perfectly well