'I owe him far too much for this!'
Lin Changheng calmly accepted the bow. "Brother Xu, you're being too formal," he said evenly. "We are neighbors, our fates intertwined. The enemy was aggressive, clearly planning to defeat us one by one. By intervening, I was also saving myself. Besides, your refusal to retreat from a fight to the death created an opportunity for me."
His words were part truth and part polite rhetoric, clarifying their mutual interests while also affirming Xu Maoling's contribution and showing Mr. Xu a great deal of respect.
Hearing this, Xu Maoling was filled with even greater emotion.
He took a deep breath, suppressing his churning Qi and Blood. He knew that while the other man could say such things, he absolutely could not think that way. In a somber voice, he said, "Mr. Lin, your integrity is truly noble. Now that this matter is concluded, allow me to reorganize. I will be sure to reward you generously!"
