Seeing the tribe leaders' hesitation, Tan Pengtai clasped his fists and said, "Tribe leaders, please enjoy your stay. This general still has other matters to attend to, so I will take my leave first."
The leader of the Rong Tribe returned his salute and said, "Thank you for your hospitality, General Tan."
Tan Pengtai nodded, then glanced briefly at the innkeeper before leaving the inn.
Outside, fifty elite soldiers remained stationed to guard the building.
The Rong Tribe's leader exchanged glances with the other tribe leaders when he saw this before turning back to the servant and saying in fluent Yu Empire language, "I'm sorry to trouble you, Little Brother. Please, lead the way."
Surprised and flattered by the man's courtesy, the servant's smile grew more genuine. "It's my honor, honored guest. Please, this way."
With the servant leading the way, the nine tribe leaders followed him up to the third floor.
