Su Fan could have directly used Qi Ling. Given her hatred for the Grand Tutor's mansion, if Su Fan had exerted even a little effort, Qi Ling would have willingly helped him kill the Grand Tutor's son. However, Su Fan couldn't bear to exploit Qi Ling and devised another plan.
Following the plan, Su Fan went to the vicinity of the Grand Tutor's mansion and began investigating news about the Grand Tutor's son.
Then, Su Fan was astonished to discover that Xu Fengnian was the Grand Tutor's son!
This, however, made it even more convenient for Su Fan to implement his plan.
Su Fan stealthily followed Xu Fengnian's carriage, all the way to a restaurant.
Xu Fengnian walked into the restaurant with great displeasure.
Ever since Su Fan had robbed him of his silver notes last time, he had been feeling dejected for a long time. However, he hadn't found any news of Su Fan, making revenge impossible.
Just a few days ago, he had received news about the remnants of the Qi family. He had intended to capture them and claim credit in front of his father. Who knew that the group of good-for-nothings he had sent out had not survived, and were annihilated.
Now, having alerted the enemy and lost the trail of the Qi family remnants, he had been in a bad mood for the past few days.
"Brother Xu, you're finally here. I invited you for days, but you were always busy. Come, come, take a seat."
Several dissolute youths, who were friends with Xu Fengnian, rushed to greet him upon seeing him.
Xu Fengnian sat down at the head seat in silence.
"Brother Xu, what's troubling you so much?"
The dissolute youths could tell that Xu Fengnian was in a bad mood and asked with confusion.
"It has nothing to do with you."
Xu Fengnian snorted coldly, his bad mood affecting his demeanor towards everyone.
Everyone present felt awkward. Although Xu Fengnian's tone was harsh, no one dared to get angry. They all flattered Xu Fengnian and toasted him.
At this moment, Su Fan walked over.
"Young Master Xu, what a coincidence?"
Su Fan feigned surprise, seeing Xu Fengnian and acting astonished.
"Su Fan!"
Seeing Su Fan, Xu Fengnian wished he could have him executed on the spot.
However, he had left in a hurry today and hadn't brought any experts. His guards might not be Su Fan's match.
"Young Master Xu, there's no need to be so angry. It was my fault that day. I apologize to Young Master Xu here. I'll drink this first."
Su Fan unceremoniously walked over, poured himself a cup of wine, and sincerely apologized to Xu Fengnian with the cup in hand.
Xu Fengnian, unsure of Su Fan's intentions, frowned at him.
"If you're still not satisfied, Young Master Xu, I'll drink another cup!"
Seeing that Xu Fengnian was still angry, Su Fan poured another cup and downed it.
"Young Master Xu, just tell me what you want me to do to appease you, and I will do it!"
Su Fan said to Xu Fengnian, seeing that he was still not appeased.
Xu Fengnian frowned slightly. Why was Su Fan acting so unusually today?
"You like drinking? Fine, finish this whole jar, and I'll consider it as if nothing happened."
Xu Fengnian said with a cold smile.
Su Fan glanced at the jar of wine Xu Fengnian was referring to. It contained at least ten catties.
"Alright! It's a deal!"
Su Fan didn't hesitate. He directly picked up the wine jar and began to drink.
Su Fan was grateful to his "big brother" Cheng Yaoyin. If not for Cheng Yaoyin constantly dragging him out for drinks, Su Fan might not have known his own drinking capacity. Although he was only slightly better than Cheng Yaoyin, he was overwhelmingly superior to ordinary people.
This ten-catty jar was nothing to him. He drank twenty-five-catty jars with Cheng Yaoyin!
Gulp! Gulp!
The jar of wine was quickly emptied by Su Fan. His stomach only bulged slightly, and his face turned a little red.
Su Fan turned the wine jar upside down in his hand, not a single drop of wine spilling out.
"Good capacity!"
The dissolute youths were immediately impressed by Su Fan's drinking ability and clapped their hands in admiration.
Xu Fengnian was also surprised.
"Are you here specifically to apologize today?"
Xu Fengnian asked with a frown.
"Yes, I thought about it after I went home. Offending Young Master Xu, it would be difficult for me in Tianlong City. I hope Young Master Xu will be magnanimous and not hold it against me."
Su Fan said sincerely.
Xu Fengnian chuckled lightly.
He knew no one dared to offend the Grand Tutor's mansion. Su Fan must have realized his identity after returning home and specifically came to beg for forgiveness.
"Since I said I'd consider it as if nothing happened after you finished the wine, then this matter is settled."
Xu Fengnian wasn't interested in money; he wanted face. Su Fan's public apology had already given him enough face, so the matter was dropped.
"Thank you, Young Master Xu!"
Su Fan said with feigned surprise.
"Young Master Xu, as a token of my apology, allow me to pay for today's expenses?"
Su Fan seized the opportunity and suggested treating them to the meal today.
Xu Fengnian nodded proudly, agreeing to Su Fan's proposal.
"I'll go ask the kitchen to add a few more dishes!"
Su Fan, with a look of delight, ran to the back kitchen and asked them to add more dishes.
"Come, come, brothers, join us for a drink."
When Su Fan returned, the dissolute youths invited him to join them for drinks.
They were very willing to befriend a skilled martial arts champion like Su Fan, especially after he had seemingly mended his relationship with Xu Fengnian.
Now that Su Fan was also a baron, he belonged to the noble class. Although his status was not as high as theirs, having a capable friend would be beneficial in the future. Perhaps a young and talented martial artist like Su Fan could become a contender in martial arts competitions in a few years, and then it would be their turn to curry favor with Su Fan.
Su Fan didn't refuse and sat down to drink with them.
After Su Fan had drunk them all under the table, they were sent back to their respective mansions by their servants, one by one.
Su Fan smiled slightly. The first step of his plan was successful.
The next day, Su Fan continued to invite Xu Fengnian for food, drinks, and entertainment.
The third day was the same.
The fourth day.
The fifth day.
Su Fan spent every day with Xu Fengnian. Xu Fengnian was almost treating Su Fan like a brother; they were close to becoming sworn brothers.
He hadn't realized it before, but Su Fan was so much to his liking. They shared common hobbies, and Su Fan was an excellent drinker. Whenever he didn't want to drink, Su Fan could always tell and take the drinks for him. Where could he find such a brother?
"Su Fan, tomorrow I've invited some friends to go out of town for a trip. Want to join?"
Xu Fengnian invited Su Fan.
Su Fan's eyes lit up. He thought to himself, the opportunity has arrived!
"Okay, I'll definitely be there tomorrow."
Su Fan calmly nodded with a smile.
The next day, Xu Fengnian and his group, along with a few guards, left the city. They arrived by the river, set up tents, and began fishing and roasting meat.
"Young Master Xu, this place is deserted. Aren't you worried about any danger, considering you are all noble lords?"
Su Fan said with feigned concern.
"Don't worry, there are no bandits near Tianlong City. What danger could there be?"
Xu Fengnian said nonchalantly.
Near Tianlong City, let alone bandits, there were very few ferocious beasts. They had all been cleared out long ago, so there was no danger.
Su Fan sneered inwardly.
Such arrogance. You deserve to die here today.