"You can tell too?"
Xuan Di's voice was weak, and he looked at Steward Wu, his face gradually paling.
"If Xuan Di weren't injured, he would have already annihilated the Chen family. How could he have let them escape!"
Steward Wu said with a wry smile, "Who indeed dared to attack Xuan Di!"
"The Heavenly Realm is filled with experts. Although I am Xuan Di, there are still those I cannot defeat!"
Xuan Di sighed, "I just didn't expect that as soon as I returned to Xuan Di City, such a thing would happen!"
"It is this old servant's fault for not protecting Xuan Di City properly, which has led to this situation!"
Steward Wu said repeatedly, his eyes filled with gravity. He hadn't expected things to reach this point, catching them off guard.
"This matter has nothing to do with you!"
Xuan Di waved his hand, "However, you must keep an eye on the Zhao family's movements at all times. Since you can see that I am severely injured, the head of the Zhao family can likely see it too!"
"The Zhao family head is loyal to Xuan Di and should not attack Xuan Di!"
Steward Wu said earnestly, perhaps believing it to be true.
"I know the character of the Zhao family head, but I am still somewhat worried about this matter!"
Xuan Di's voice was heavy, "But now that I am severely injured, you must not be careless!"
"Rest assured, Xuan Di. I will guard the City Lord's Mansion until my death!"
Steward Wu said repeatedly, his gaze becoming more serious.
Some time later, Xuan Di began his seclusion, preparing to heal his injuries as quickly as possible.
On his recent travels, he had offended an extremely terrifying existence. If that existence were to learn he was in Xuan Di City, the entire city would be plunged into disaster.
A few days later, Lu Fan woke up from his sleep, looking a bit tired and with a slightly pale complexion.
"You're finally awake!"
Ling'er looked at Lu Fan, her eyes filled with joy.
"Have you been here all along?" Lu Fan asked, slightly surprised.
"Miss was particularly worried about you and has been guarding here these past few days!"
Jian Yu spoke up, adding directly, "You must be feeling much better now, right?"
"I am indeed much better!"
Lu Fan nodded, "But has the head of the Chen family..."
"Don't worry, the head of the Chen family has already committed suicide, and the other members of the Chen family have been driven out of Xuan Di City!"
Ling'er smiled, "From now on, no one will dare to act recklessly in Xuan Di City!"
As they were talking, a figure approached from outside, exuding a sense of authority.
"Dad!"
Ling'er saw Xuan Di and quickly called out, "You've been in seclusion all these days. You're finally out!"
"Just resting and recuperating!"
Xuan Di nodded slightly and looked at Lu Fan, "You should be fine now, right?"
"Thank you for your concern, Xuan Di. I am fine!" Lu Fan said quickly.
"Since that is the case, I will host a banquet today to thank you properly. If it weren't for your intervention, Ling'er might have been in danger!"
Xuan Di said, then turned and left, not waiting for Lu Fan's reply.
"Hosting a banquet? Xuan Di personally entertaining?" Jian Yu stood by, feeling envious.
They were merely guards. Under normal circumstances, how could they receive such treatment from Xuan Di? Lu Fan, however, was clearly different.
"You're quite lucky!"
Ling'er smiled at Lu Fan, "My father personally hosting a banquet, not many people have such honor!"
"It seems to be my honor then!"
Lu Fan smiled slightly, his expression appearing detached, as if all of this meant little to him.
Not long after, a banquet was set up in the courtyard of the City Lord's Mansion. Ling'er and Xuan Di were already seated, and Lu Fan arrived at this time.
"All of you, come and sit!"
Xuan Di looked at Steward Wu and the others, appearing exceptionally amiable.
Steward Wu and the others exchanged glances, finding it difficult to refuse, and then sat down.
"You have merit for saving Ling'er. Speak directly if you desire anything!"
Xuan Di raised his wine cup and said to Lu Fan, his words filled with sincerity.
"I dare not. It was merely my duty!"
Lu Fan shook his head, his gaze earnest.
"That's not true!"
Ling'er shook her head, "If it were just duty, how could you have risked your life to protect me!"
At these words, everyone present was slightly moved. Ling'er's statement caused a stir.
Even Xuan Di's brows furrowed slightly, but he said nothing more, only feeling a touch of displeasure.
"According to regulations, ascenders must perform menial labor for three years before they are unbound. You have saved my daughter and earned merit, so I now grant you freedom!"
Xuan Di declared, "From today onwards, you are no longer a guard of my City Lord's Mansion, nor do you need to remain in Xuan Di City!"
"Dad, how can this be!"
Ling'er instantly became anxious. Steward Wu beside her also blinked in surprise. Xuan Di's words seemed to hold a deeper meaning.
"What is there to not do!"
Xuan Di said sternly, "Do you perhaps have feelings for him? Do you not want him to leave Xuan Di City?"
"I..."
Ling'er's face instantly turned red, and she didn't know how to respond. She had not expected her father to speak like this, putting her in an awkward position.
"Since that is not the case, then let him do as he pleases!"
Xuan Di looked at Lu Fan, his expression becoming more indifferent.
The banquet soon concluded, but due to Xuan Di's presence, everyone remained somewhat tense.
When night fell, Lu Fan stood on the city wall, quietly gazing at the distant scenery, which appeared rather captivating.
"Young man, I didn't expect to find you here!"
Steward Wu's voice sounded, and he walked towards Lu Fan, "Do you understand what Xuan Di said today?"
"Naturally, I understand. Xuan Di does not wish for me to get too close to Ling'er, so I plan to leave Xuan Di City tomorrow!"
Lu Fan said with a light smile, "This would be for the best!"
"Xuan Di has always been decisive. Since you understand Xuan Di's intentions, it makes things easier!"
Steward Wu nodded slightly, "But this Heavenly Realm is full of dangers. You must be extra careful and avoid causing trouble outside!"
"Thank you for your guidance, senior!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, but said no more. If his guess was correct, Xuan Di must have sent Steward Wu to inform him.
However, this was also good. At least Lu Fan would no longer be bound and could quickly find better opportunities in the Heavenly Realm. Sudan Fiction Network
Upon returning to the City Lord's Mansion, Steward Wu informed Xuan Di of the matter. Xuan Di narrowed his eyes and smiled, "I didn't expect this young man to be so understanding!"
"Xuan Di, the young lady has feelings for him. Doing this might..." Steward Wu said softly, his expression solemn.
"He is not worthy of my daughter!" Xuan Di waved his hand, appearing rather indifferent.
Faced with these words, Steward Wu could not say more, feeling a sense of helplessness in his heart.
At the same time, Xuan Di's eyes deepened. As the daughter of Xuan Di, she should form alliances through marriage with other Emperor-level experts. This was his true intention.