"It's true!"
Yang Zixin chimed in, "Little Fan, you don't need to be embarrassed to admit it. The statue in the courtyard was specially carved by someone I hired. Doesn't it look a lot like you?" Su Dan Novel Network
"Actually, it's not necessary!"
Lu Fan said directly, "I'm not as great as everyone imagines, and I don't deserve this statue!"
"Then you're mistaken. It's not just our family that has carved this statue. Throughout Chu Zhou City, there are tens of thousands of these statues. In the central area of Chu Zhou City, there's even a colossal statue!"
Hearing this, Lu Fan was a little touched. He hadn't expected his statues to be so widespread.
"Little Fan, you're a celebrity now. Your likeness is everywhere you go. However, it is indeed a bit inconvenient," Yang Shiwen said with a smile.
As they were talking, several cars arrived outside the courtyard. These cars looked quite extraordinary. The City Lord of Chu Zhou alighted and hurried into the courtyard. Upon seeing Lu Fan, he staggered and said, "Your subordinate just received the news and rushed here personally. The Nation Master's arrival in Chu Zhou City has made me tremble with fear!"
"Why are you here?"
Lu Fan glanced at him. "I don't recall summoning you."
"Your subordinate learned of the Nation Master's arrival and rushed here. Does the Nation Master have any instructions?"
The City Lord of Chu Zhou quickly replied, his eyes filled with excitement. Lu Fan was now the master of the Dragon Dynasty. Without Lu Fan, there would be no Dragon Dynasty as it was today. How could he not understand this?
"You can just go back. I have no instructions for you!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "And from now on, without my summons, do not appear before me, especially in Chu Zhou. After all, I only wish to reunite with my family and don't want to discuss official matters with you!"
"Your subordinate understands, your subordinate understands!"
The City Lord of Chu Zhou quickly nodded and left the courtyard dejectedly, his expression filled with helplessness.
After leaving the courtyard, the City Lord of Chu Zhou turned to the men and said, "You all stay behind and protect the Nation Master's safety. Do not let him face any threats, especially within Chu Zhou territory!"
"This..."
The men exchanged glances, looking somewhat embarrassed. "City Lord, are you sure you're not mistaken? The Nation Master is so powerful, why would he need our protection?"
"You talk too much!"
The City Lord glared at them. "How could I not know the Nation Master's power? But nothing should happen within Chu Zhou that might displease the Nation Master. That is something we cannot afford."
"Your subordinate understands!"
The men nodded in unison, their expressions solemn. Lu Fan was spending the New Year in Chu Zhou, and their task was quite demanding. If they were to displease Lu Fan, they would be in trouble.
Seeing the City Lord of Chu Zhou leave, Lu Fan smiled and said, "Second Uncle, no one in Chu Zhou has troubled you, have they?"
"What are you saying? With you here, who would dare?"
Yang Shiwen chuckled, his expression appearing indifferent.
"Someone has!"
Yang Zixin spoke up, "I recall not long ago, Father was targeted in an assassination. I don't know who it was. If it weren't for a skilled expert intervening, he might have been in danger."
"There was such a thing?"
A cold glint flashed in Lu Fan's eyes. Anyone who dared to harm his family would not be shown mercy, especially during this sensitive period.
"Little Fan, don't listen to his nonsense!" Yang Shiwen quickly said. "He just ran into some petty thieves, but they've already been dealt with."
"Second Uncle, you can't hide some things from me!"
Lu Fan stated, "I will personally go to the City Lord's mansion then and get to the bottom of this matter!"
"This matter has nothing to do with the City Lord of Chu Zhou!"
Yang Shiwen shook his head. "If you go to the City Lord's mansion, won't it seem like you're seeking retribution?"
"You don't need to worry about this matter, Second Uncle."
Lu Fan waved his hand, his expression turning cold.
If it were just ordinary experts, he wouldn't care much. He was worried it might be people from ancient times, which would surely stir up trouble.
After all, no matter how much they cursed, there were no defenses, and no experts. If people from ancient sects found this place, everyone would likely be in danger.
"This matter is of great importance. I'll accompany you to the City Lord's mansion right away!"
Lin Ke spoke up. "If this matter isn't clarified, it might be difficult to resolve!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly at this suggestion and then looked at Granny Yang. "Grandmother, I'm going to the Chengdu Mansion and will be back soon!"
"Alright, Grandmother will wait for you at home!" Granny Yang said. "I'll have someone prepare some of your favorite dishes!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly and left with Lin Ke. He knew that Yang Shiwen wouldn't tell them many things, fearing they would worry. However, some things had to be said, and Lu Fan understood this naturally.
After Lu Fan left, Yang Shiwen looked at Yang Zixin. "I told you not to tell Little Fan about this, why did you still say it?"
"I always felt that the previous incident wasn't that simple. Although we escaped by a whisker, there's still a hidden danger," Yang Zixin said directly. "Let Little Fan go! Perhaps he can uncover something."
Yang Shiwen was somewhat helpless and couldn't say anything more. He had not wanted to alarm Lu Fan, but it seemed that was the only way now.
Not long after, Lu Fan arrived at the City Lord's mansion of Chu Zhou. As the City Lord of Chu Zhou entered, he saw Lu Fan and trembled, quickly kneeling down. "Nation Master, why have you come?"
"I heard that Second Uncle was once pursued?"
Lu Fan asked. "As the City Lord of Chu Zhou, you must know the most about this!"
"This..."
The City Lord of Chu Zhou's face changed drastically. He hadn't expected this matter to be revealed.
"Do you still want to hide it from me?"
Lu Fan's gaze instantly became sharp. "Don't think I don't know what you're thinking, but you should also know how important my family is to me!"
"Your subordinate has no intention of hiding anything from the Nation Master!"
The City Lord of Chu Zhou quickly said. "I only learned about this matter later. It seems people from the Dragon Group were involved. If it weren't for the Dragon Group, the danger would have been immense."
"Dragon Group?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "You mean people from the Dragon organization saved my Second Uncle."
"That's right!"
The City Lord nodded. "The Dragon Group knows this matter best. As for who intervened, I've been investigating, but unfortunately, I haven't found any traces."
"Could it be people from ancient sects?"
Lu Fan asked. "As the City Lord of Chu Zhou, can't you even distinguish this?"
"If it were truly people from ancient sects, then it's not something I can investigate!"
The City Lord of Chu Zhou looked helpless. "People from the Dragon Group should know more."