Everyone was startled to see Lang Man entering the room. The people from the Commitment Domain hurriedly knelt to their domain lord. The guests from the Devotion Domain quickly reacted and gave a respectful bow.
"Sit, everyone. No need to be so formal on my behalf," Lang Man uttered. "Continue doing what you are doing. Do not let my presence bother you."
The aide beside Lan Mei hastily left his seat when he saw Lang Man approaching. Lang Man took that seat like it was meant for him. The others slowly sat back down.
Hai Lao cleared his throat before saying, "As I was saying, we need to decide the settlement for the unfortunate battle that happened between our two domains in Free Incarcerated City several years ago. The losses from that conflict amounted to…"
"How are your days here, my love? Is it boring?" Lang Man asked Lan Mei. His sudden question interrupted Hai Lao's speech.
