“Patriarch Zhao, are they your subordinates?” Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. “This old man admitted it himself!”
“How could my Zhao family have such subordinates!” Patriarch Zhao said repeatedly, “Please forgive me, sir. They are just a few guard dogs. I didn't expect them to disturb you!”
“So that’s how it is!”
Lu Fan nodded slightly and looked at Ninth Master. “Didn’t I tell you before that even if the head of the Zhao family were here, he wouldn’t dare do anything to me? Do you believe me now?”
“I believe, I believe!” Ninth Master nodded quickly. “Please have mercy, sir, and spare my life!”
“Whether to spare you or not is not my concern!” Lu Fan shrugged and looked at Patriarch Zhao. “Since they are the Zhao family’s guard dogs, you should discipline them properly. If they like to bite people randomly, there’s no need to keep them!”
“You speak wisely, sir!” Patriarch Zhao quickly nodded, and at the same time, he waved his hand. “Take them all down!”
“Forgive me, sir, forgive me!”
Ninth Master knelt and begged for mercy, despair growing in his heart. If the Zhao family wanted to deal with him, he would have no power to resist at all.
Lu Fan, however, was indifferent. He never showed mercy to such people.
After Ninth Master and the others were taken away, Patriarch Zhao cupped his fists and said, “Please forgive my anger, sir. This is my negligence.”
“You’ve already done very well!” Lu Fan waved his hand. “Don’t take it to heart. With the battle in Jiangdong, the Zhao family has shown their resolve. Why would I punish the Zhao family for this?”
“Thank you, sir!”
Patriarch Zhao quickly cupped his fists, a look of joy on his face. Lu Fan’s words made his heart churn. It turned out that the Zhao family had long been recognized by Lu Fan.
Meanwhile, in the banquet hall, everyone looked at Lu Fan with astonishment. Some were constantly speculating about his identity.
Unfortunately, they did not understand martial arts and were unaware of Lord Lu of Jiangnan. They assumed Lu Fan was a disciple of a super family.
After Patriarch Zhao left, the banquet was almost over.
Lu Fan and Yang Zixin left the restaurant.
“Xiao Fan, you owe me an explanation for today’s events, don’t you think?” Yang Zixin pulled Lu Fan. “Lord Lu of Jiangnan? What a great reputation. How come I don’t know about it?”
“This…” Lu Fan looked slightly embarrassed.
Hu Yu stood beside them, also quite curious. The events of the day were too shocking, even stirring his heart.
“Sister Zixin, if I told you that I merely knew Patriarch Zhao, and he helped me resolve the trouble, would you believe me?” Lu Fan probed.
“Do you think I would believe you?” Yang Zixin said coldly. “After we get home, I’ll tell Dad about this, and let him ask you himself. Let’s see how you answer.”
“My dear sister, the reason I didn’t say anything was just to let you live a more stable life, without psychological pressure!” Lu Fan said seriously. “After all, what happened back then has always been a pain in my heart. I will never allow you to suffer it again!”
“Xiao Fan, what happened back then was not your fault!”
Yang Zixin comforted him. “You don’t need to dwell on it. Actually, I should have realized long ago that you are no ordinary person. Otherwise, how could you have helped the Yang family solve so many problems?”
“Actually, I am Lord Lu of Jiangnan!” Lu Fan said directly. “Within Jiangnan, I am the leader!”
“If you are so powerful, why haven’t you avenged your family?” Yang Zixin asked in surprise.
“I’ve said it before, the five great families are annihilated, and everyone has been brought to justice!” Lu Fan said seriously. “It’s just that Sister Zixin didn’t believe me.”
“So it’s true!” Yang Zixin showed a look of joy. “You really avenged your family!”
“My reason for coming to Chuzhou this time, besides reuniting with you all, is also to find the person behind the five great families,” Lu Fan frowned. “That person is extremely mysterious. The reason I kept it from you is that I didn’t want you to feel pressured.”
“I understand!” Yang Zixin nodded. “I will respect your choice and not tell Mom and Dad, but you must be careful too.”
“Thank you, Sister Zixin!” Lu Fan nodded solemnly.
After parting ways with Lu Fan, Hu Yu sighed, “No wonder, no wonder he has so much influence. He’s such a big figure. It seems my judgment is good, but I’m not worthy of him!”
“If Xiao Fan were not married, you would still have hope!” Yang Zixin said with a wry smile. “But he has suffered all these years, carrying the deep hatred of blood and wandering alone until now, and he has also avenged his blood feud!”
Hu Yu nodded solemnly, his heart deeply touched. He felt a sense of resonance with such an inspirational figure.
Not long after, Lu Fan returned to the courtyard and saw the strange old man lying on a rocking chair, looking quite pleased.
“Too slow. At your pace, when will you achieve great success?”
The strange old man cracked sunflower seeds while instructing Lin Xiaojia, his movements and every move exuding a unique charm.
“Senior, your requirements are too harsh,” Lin Xiaojia frowned. “I fear I cannot achieve them!”
“If you can’t even do this, do you still want to become a great figure?” The strange old man waved his hand. “If your roasted chicken wasn’t so delicious, I wouldn’t bother teaching you!”
Lin Xiaojia was helpless and began to practice again. Although she had bloodline power, becoming a strong person required constant and arduous training. She was very clear about this.
“Why are you back, you brat!” The strange old man glanced at Lu Fan. “Isn’t it time you healed me? After all, my lingering injuries haven’t been removed.”
“Wait until tonight!” Lu Fan rolled his eyes. “When did you become his master?”
“What a joke, I am not his master at all,” the strange old man scoffed. “With his talent, he is not qualified to be my disciple.”
“Not qualified to be your disciple, yet you say it so lightly?” Lu Fan rolled his eyes. “I think you old man just wants to take him as a disciple, don’t deny it. But having a disciple is quite good, you’ll have someone to cook for you in the future.”
“Sir, do you not want me anymore?” Lin Xiaojia’s eyes instantly welled up with tears. “If that’s the case, I’ll leave now.”
“You little girl, I’m helping you find a master, and you’re arguing with me?” Lu Fan said helplessly. “This old man’s strength is not weak. If you can become his disciple, why worry about not avenging your tribe in the future?”
“Please, senior, take me as your disciple!” Lin Xiaojia knelt on one knee. “I will avenge the deep hatred of blood.”
“You kid are really ill-intentioned!” The strange old man glared. “I won’t easily accept disciples.”
“If you don’t accept disciples, how can you enjoy others’ hospitality?” Lu Fan grabbed the roasted chicken on the table. “Xiaojia, did you make this roasted chicken?”
“I did indeed make it. Senior gave me some guidance, so I made it as a thank you,” Lin Xiaojia nodded.
“In that case, you don’t need to offer the roasted chicken to him, since he won’t accept you as a disciple!” Lu Fan said casually.
The strange old man immediately became anxious and lunged for the roasted chicken in Lu Fan’s hand.
Unfortunately, Lu Fan’s skills were extraordinary, and he dodged the strange old man in an instant. The old man was not to be outdone and immediately gave chase.