Returning to the real world in disappointment, Mark took a nap to clear his head from having any sort of negative thoughts.
After taking a nap for an hour, he freshened himself with a shower and then dressed up for the grand banquet arranged by King Shen Niu in his welcome.
The courtiers, officials, top military personnel, and wealthy individuals all attended the banquet. Song Yue and Shen Ling joined the other ladies.
Mark felt the atmosphere is quite similar to the one he had at the Eastern Sun. There, he was a visiting guest. So, he was fine. But, here, he is going to be the son-in-law and he didn't like these things to stay that way.
Upon remembering Shen Ling's ambition behind this marriage with him, Mark felt like he should play more of an active role rather than standing behind her as the princess was going to overthrow the patriarchal system in the kingdom.