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"To not endure the small pains is to spoil the larger plans."
"I am born into a noble family, how could I stoop to the level of a mere commoner? Let him have his moment of pride for now."
Li Yi, the Ninth Young Master of the Li Family, kept comforting himself, searching for a reason in his heart.
After taking a deep breath and adjusting his emotions, he slowly bowed his head and said, "Lord Shen, if I offended you earlier, please do not take it to heart."
Li Yi thought he hid it well, but everyone around could see the subtle restraint in his words.
Seeing this, Shen Qing chuckled lightly and didn't pursue the matter further. He reached out to grab the wooden box raised by his opponent and, under the gaze of a few, gently opened it.
Immediately, a rich medicinal fragrance wafted out, invigorating the spirit.
Shen Qing looked down into the box.
