After Xie Jue mentioned having a hidden ailment, the banquet fell silent for a moment. He stood up, toasted the generals with a cup, and then left. The veteran generals watched the tall and graceful figure of the Second Young Master Xie Jue as he walked away, and they couldn't help but glance toward a particular spot.
The man casually spoke of his hidden ailment, so calm and composed—truly a Second Young Master, fearless and indifferent. Was there really nothing left in this world that he cared about?
The awkward silence left by Xie Jue was soon warmed back by Xie Xun. None of the generals could best him in drinking, even with rounds of challenges. He drank one after another under the table. This Mid-Autumn banquet was organized with a clear understanding—there were no songs or dances, making it feel more like an ordinary family feast. People drank freely, ate large chunks of meat, and after a few rounds, the atmosphere became quite lively.
