"Old man, who do you think that person is? Why is the Southeast City Lord so solemn!"
"I don't know the specifics, but one thing is certain, he must be from the Dragon Capital!"
The Xia family head frowned, "Only someone from the Dragon Capital could make the Southeast City Lord this solemn!"
"From the Dragon Capital!"
Xia Junwen's expression shifted slightly. He didn't know what to do. He knew very well that if he offended someone he shouldn't have, he would bring disaster upon himself, and it might even implicate the entire Xia family.
"You don't need to worry too much. When we go to the Yang family this time, you must not offend them again. I will personally go to apologize, and there shouldn't be any major issues!" the Xia family head reminded him.
"That's right, although I had a conflict with him, I was the one who got hurt!"
Xia Junwen nodded, "As long as I get through this ordeal, I will definitely behave myself from now on!"
The reason for his感慨 was that he knew this matter was not simple. How could something that made the City Lord treat it so solemnly be a trivial matter?
Not long after, the Southeast City Lord, with his entourage, arrived at the Yang family's doorstep. They walked with caution, not daring to show the slightest disrespect.
In the Yang family's main hall, Yang Shiyun frowned, "Dad, the Xia family is here, and even the City Lord has come!"
"Let's go out and meet them!"
Yang Shihai frowned. Lu Fan was in the room accompanying the old lady. If Lu Fan were to handle this matter, it would likely make things even worse. He could only brace himself.
Looking at the figures approaching, Yang Shihai said directly, "Are you all here to question me, Yang family?"
"Yang family head, I hope you are well!"
The Southeast City Lord smiled, "Please don't misunderstand. I am here today to visit Mr. Lu, not to be an enemy of the Yang family!"
"Visit Mr. Lu?"
Yang Shihai looked suspicious, not understanding what these people meant.
"That's right, that's right. We are here today to visit Mr. Lu. May I ask where Mr. Lu is now?"
The Xia family head said repeatedly, "Please, Brother Yang, introduce us."
"I see you are prepared. Are you here to capture my nephew?"
Yang Shihai said coldly, "As long as I am here, I will never let you act recklessly!"
"Brother Yang, you are truly mistaken!"
The Southeast City Lord said respectfully, "Mr. Lu's status is noble. How could I dare to act rashly? I am indeed here to meet Mr. Lu!"
Seeing the Southeast City Lord's sincerity, Yang Shihai was incredulous. This was the dignified City Lord of Donghai City, coming in person and seeming to be quite flattering towards Lu Fan.
"Uncle, what's going on?"
As they were talking, Lu Fan's voice sounded, and he strode over. His gaze fell upon the Southeast City Lord and his group, his eyes sharpening, "Why are you all here?"
"It is my incompetence that caused the Xia family to offend Mr. Lu!" the Southeast City Lord said repeatedly, "I have come specifically today, hoping I have not disturbed Mr. Lu!"
Lu Fan did not answer, his gaze fixed on Xia Junwen, "What, didn't you say you would make me look bad? Now that you're here, why are you still so pathetic?"
"It was my momentary foolishness before. Please, Mr. Lu, do not blame me!"
Xia Junwen quickly cupped his fists, his expression shifting between gloom and uncertainty. If he had known Lu Fan's status, he would never have dared to be so reckless.
"You brat, why aren't you quickly apologizing to Mr. Lu!"
The Xia family head said coldly, "If Mr. Lu is unhappy, you'll be in serious trouble!"
Yang Shihai and Yang Shiyun exchanged glances, finding it somewhat unbelievable. They had thought these people were here to deal with Lu Fan, but it seemed they had overthought it.
"Mr. Lu, if you need any help in Donghai City, I am at your service!" the Southeast City Lord said quickly.
"This Southeast City of yours is not very good!"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, "There are probably many people like the Xia family who bully the weak. This is a tumor!"
"Mr. Lu, you are right!"
The Southeast City Lord quickly cupped his fists, "I will pay attention in the future and will never let them act with impunity!"
"Please, Lord Lu, show mercy!"
The Xia family head said quickly, "It's all my fault for being foolish and offending Mr. Lu. As long as Mr. Lu lets bygones be bygones, the Xia family is willing to serve you like oxen and horses."
"Family Head Xia, why bother!"
Lu Fan smiled, "I am just an ordinary person. You are all-powerful in Donghai City. Why do you need to apologize to me!"
"Mr. Lu is joking," the Xia family head said quickly. "To have the City Lord come in person, Mr. Lu's status is extraordinary. How could my Xia family not know!"
"So you are here to apologize because my status is noble?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes, "If it were someone else, wouldn't they have already been dealt with by the Xia family?"
The Xia family head's expression changed drastically. Hearing Lu Fan's words, he felt a chill down his spine and sensed Lu Fan's hostility.
Xia Junwen was also quite frightened. He wouldn't pay attention to minor figures, but now he had kicked an iron plate. He didn't dare to be too presumptuous, or it would be seeking his own death.
"By the way, these ancient calligraphy and paintings are specifically here to show respect to Mr. Lu!" the Xia family head said quickly. "I hope Mr. Lu can spare my Xia family. From now on, the Xia family will never dare to act recklessly!"
"Since you are so sincere, I will accept them!"
Lu Fan waved his hand, "But I will say this upfront: the Yang family holds a very important position in my heart. If anything happens to the Yang family in the future, whether it's the City Lord's mansion or the Xia family, they will face severe consequences."
"Mr. Lu, please rest assured. As long as I am the City Lord, such a thing will never happen!" the Donghai City Lord said directly.
"Thank you then!"
Lu Fan cupped his fists. He didn't pursue the matter further. These things were ultimately minor issues. Since they could be resolved now, there was no need to make things too awkward.
"City Lord, since you've come all this way, why don't you stay for dinner tonight?"
Yang Shihai smiled, "We can have a few drinks!"
The Southeast City Lord froze, looking at Lu Fan, but not daring to answer easily.
If he really stayed, and Lu Fan was unhappy, he would be in trouble. But if he directly refused, Yang Shihai was Lu Fan's uncle, and it would be difficult to refuse.
"Uncle has personally invited you. I presume the Donghai City Lord will not mind!"
Lu Fan's expression was indifferent, not taking it too seriously.
"Of course, of course!"
The Southeast City Lord nodded quickly, his face showing joy. To dine at the Yang family was his honor.
If it were the Yang family on any other day, it would be fine, but now the Yang family was different. With Lu Fan presiding, let alone a mere City Lord, even a elder from the headquarters would probably not dare to put on airs.
Lu Fan's status was not low. In the Dragon Country, he had a great reputation and was even revered as a guardian god. The Donghai City Lord was well aware of this.
"Family Head Xia, would you like to stay for a drink?" Yang Shihai looked at the Xia family head.