If it were really an irreconcilable vendetta, there wouldn't be so much talk— they would have probably gotten straight to fighting.
There's a saying, "Villains die from talking too much," which isn't without reason, as it not only gives the other side a chance to overturn things, but also diminishes one's own resolve to fight to the death.
Assuming He Kao were the villain tonight, he was clearly talking too much.
Gu Yunteng felt the atmosphere was about right, so he stood up slowly and said, "You finally came to find me today, and I'm delighted. Let's not just sit here talking—I'll make us some tea."
He Kao: "The power's out, you can't boil water."
Gu Yunteng: "No problem, I just boiled some water before you came—the kettle is insulated."
Gu Yunteng made a pot of tea himself, unaffected by the dark while he worked, and brought it over, pouring a cup for both He Kao and himself. These days in Qi Yuan's territory, not many have the privilege to enjoy such treatment.
