"It is indeed!"
Yang Zixin spoke up, "Little Fan, you don't need to be embarrassed to admit it. The statues in the courtyard were specially carved by me. Don't they look a lot like you?" Sudan Novel Network
"In fact, it was completely unnecessary!"
Lu Fan stated directly, "I am not as great as everyone imagines, nor do I deserve this statue!"
"Then you are mistaken. We are not the only ones who have carved statues. Throughout Chuzhou City, there are tens of thousands of these statues. In the central area of Chuzhou City, there is even a massive statue!"
As he spoke, Lu Fan was somewhat touched. He hadn't expected his statues to be so widespread.
"Little Fan, you are a celebrity now. Wherever you go, your presence is felt. However, this does make things a bit inconvenient!" Yang Shiwen said with a smile.
As they were conversing, several cars arrived outside the courtyard. These cars were not ordinary. After the Lord of Chuzhou City alighted, he hurried into the courtyard. Upon seeing Lu Fan, his demeanor faltered, and he exclaimed, "Your subordinate just received the news and personally rushed over. Your presence in Chuzhou City, my Lord, has made me tremble with apprehension!"
"Why are you here?"
Lu Fan glanced at him. "I don't recall summoning you."
"Your subordinate learned of your arrival and specifically rushed over. Does my Lord have any instructions?"
The Lord of Chuzhou City 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. How could he not understand this?
"You can just go back. There's nothing I need to instruct you on!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "Furthermore, without my summons, do not appear before me again, especially in Chuzhou. After all, I just want to reunite with my family and don't want to discuss official matters with you!"
"Your subordinate understands, your subordinate understands!"
The Lord of Chuzhou City nodded repeatedly and left the courtyard dejectedly, a look of helplessness on his face.
After leaving the courtyard, the Lord of Chuzhou City turned to the men and said, "You will remain here to protect my Lord's safety. Do not let my Lord be threatened in any way, especially within the borders of Chuzhou!"
"This..."
The men exchanged glances, their faces showing a hint of awkwardness. "City Lord, are you sure you are not mistaken? Our Lord is so powerful, why would he need our protection?"
"You talk too much!"
The City Lord rolled his eyes. "How could I not know my Lord's immense power? But within Chuzhou, nothing must go wrong that might displease my Lord. For us, that is an unbearable consequence!"
"Your subordinate understands!"
The men nodded one after another, their expressions solemn. Lu Fan was spending the New Year in Chuzhou, and their task was quite demanding. If Lu Fan were to be displeased, they would be in serious trouble.
Seeing the Lord of Chuzhou City depart, Lu Fan smiled and asked, "Second Uncle, is anyone giving you trouble within Chuzhou?"
"What are you saying? With you here, who would dare?"
Yang Shiwen chuckled, his expression appearing more indifferent.
"Who says no one does!"
Yang Zixin interjected, "Remember not long ago, Dad was almost assassinated. I don't know who was behind it. If it weren't for a master intervening, he would have been in grave 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 met with mercy, especially during this sensitive period.
"Little Fan, don't listen to his nonsense!" Yang Shiwen quickly said. "It was just a few petty thieves, but they have been dealt with."
"Second Uncle, you cannot hide certain 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 Lord of Chuzhou City!"
Yang Shiwen shook his head. "If you go to the City Lord's mansion, won't it be seen as an accusation?"
"You don't need to worry about this matter, Second Uncle."
Lu Fan waved his hand, his expression becoming colder.
If it were just ordinary experts, he wouldn't pay much attention. He was afraid it might be someone from ancient times, which would inevitably cause an uproar.
After all, no matter how much they cursed, there were no defenses, nor were there any masters. If people from ancient sects found this place, everyone might be in danger.
"This matter is of great importance. If you permit, I will accompany you to the City Lord's mansion now!"
Lin Ke spoke up. "If this matter is not clarified, I fear it will be difficult to resolve!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly at this suggestion and then looked towards Grandma Yang. "Grandma, I'm going to the Chengdu Mansion and will be back soon!"
"Alright, Grandma will wait for you at home!" Grandma 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, but some things had to be said. Lu Fan understood this naturally.
As Lu Fan departed, Yang Shiwen turned to Yang Zixin. "I told you not to tell Little Fan about this. Why did you mention it?"
"I always feel that the previous incident was not that simple. Although we escaped by a narrow margin, there are still hidden dangers," Yang Zixin stated frankly. "Let Little Fan go! Perhaps he can uncover something."
Yang Shiwen felt helpless and couldn't say anything more. He hadn't wanted to alarm Lu Fan, but now it seemed unavoidable.
Not long after, Lu Fan arrived at the Lord of Chuzhou City's mansion. As the Lord of Chuzhou City entered, he saw Lu Fan's figure, trembled, and quickly knelt down. "My Lord, why have you come?"
"I heard that Second Uncle was once pursued and attacked?"
Lu Fan stated, "As the Lord of Chuzhou City, you must know the details!"
"This..."
The Lord of Chuzhou City's face changed drastically. He had not expected this matter to be revealed.
"Do you intend to keep it from me?"
Lu Fan's eyes instantly sharpened. "Don't think I don't know what's on your mind, but you should also know how important my family is to me!"
"Your subordinate does not wish to conceal anything from my Lord!"
The Lord of Chuzhou City quickly said, "I only learned of this matter later. It seems that people from the Dragon Group intervened. If it weren't for the Dragon Group, the danger would have been immense."
"Dragon Group?"
Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "Are you saying that people from the Dragon Group saved my Second Uncle?"
"That's right!"
The City Lord nodded. "The Dragon Group knows this matter best. As for who intervened, I have been investigating, but unfortunately, I could not find any trace."
"Could it be people from ancient sects?"
Lu Fan asked, "As the Lord of Chuzhou City, can't you even distinguish this?"
"If it were truly people from ancient sects, it would be beyond my ability to investigate!"
The Lord of Chuzhou City looked helpless. "People from the Dragon Group should know more."