After some friendly conversation, it was time for lunch. Brothers and martial uncles from the Green Pine Sect came together to keep company with the guests, and Father Li, Li Chenglin, had a lavish banquet prepared to welcome Zi Donglai, who had traveled all the way from the Capital City.
"Although His Majesty has ordered me to assist you, I must admit that I'm not really capable of much, save for the martial arts skills I possess, which I can proudly speak of."
At the dining table, after three rounds of wine and five courses of dishes, Zi Donglai had a good talk with Li Ming's martial great-grandfather, Feng Jianming, and once they had their fill of conversation, Zi Donglai turned to Li Ming and said, "My duty from now on is to protect your safety, and I hope the Duke won't find me unworthy!"
