Chapter 678: Sworn Brotherhood
Amidst the clinking of wine cups, Song Qingshu gradually discerned Tang Kuo Bian’s intentions.
It turned out that the other man secretly looked down on him, seeing him as nothing more than a delicate pretty boy. However, unwilling to embarrass his sister, he decided to drown him in strong liquor instead.
‘People from the grasslands really have simple minds. Do you think just because you’re a rugged brute, your alcohol tolerance must be higher than mine?’ Song Qingshu sneered inwardly. Having been tempered by the high-proof spirits of the modern era, the alcohol in this world was nothing but child’s play to him.
Seeing Song Qingshu downing each large bowl of strong liquor without hesitation, a trace of admiration flickered in Tang Kuo Bian’s eyes. He gradually developed a liking for this so-called pretty boy, but at the same time, his competitive spirit flared. With a hearty laugh, he threw himself into a drinking contest with Song Qingshu.
Madam Tang knew her brother loved drinking, and she did not wish to dampen his enthusiasm. However, she couldn’t help but feel a little resentful. ‘I finally reunited with him after so much effort—if he drinks himself unconscious tonight, who am I supposed to pour my heart out to?’
The drinking contest between Song Qingshu and Tang Kuo Bian continued endlessly. Neither knew how long they had been drinking. Song Qingshu felt like stars were spinning before his eyes, yet Tang Kuo Bian remained composed as ever.
Song Qingshu was shocked. ‘What kind of monstrous alcohol tolerance is this?!’
Ordinarily, with his martial prowess, he could subtly expel the alcohol from his body as he drank. It wouldn’t have been difficult. But at the start, he had been so confident in his drinking ability that he saw no need for such trickery. As their bond grew stronger, he became even more unwilling to deceive his newfound drinking companion.
“Brother Tang Kuo Bian’s… ugh, drinking prowess… I… truly admit defeat…” Song Qingshu slurred, his speech already beginning to falter. “Slaughtering lambs and butchering cattle, drinking merrily, one should down three hundred cups at a time… I used to think such things were mere legend… but Brother Tang… your drinking ability… far surpasses three hundred cups! Respect… utmost respect!”