"Master Zhao, are they your subordinates?" Lu Fan narrowed his eyes. "This old man admitted it himself!"
"How could my Zhao family have such subordinates!" Master Zhao said repeatedly. "I beg your pardon, sir. They are merely a few guard dogs. I never expected 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 to do anything to me? Do you believe me now?"
"I believe, I believe!" Ninth Master quickly nodded. "I beg you, sir, to show mercy and spare my life!"
"Whether I show mercy or not is not my concern!" Lu Fan shrugged and looked at Master 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!" Master Zhao quickly nodded and waved his hand. "Take them away!"
"Sir, forgive me, sir, forgive me!"
Ninth Master knelt and begged for mercy, his heart filled with despair. If the Zhao family wanted to deal with him, he would have no power to resist.
Lu Fan, however, was indifferent. He never showed mercy to people like this.
After Ninth Master and the others were taken away, Master Zhao cupped his fists. "Please calm your anger, sir. This matter was due to my lack of attention!"
"You have already done very well!" Lu Fan waved his hand. "Don't take it to heart. The battle in Jiangdong showed the Zhao family's resolve. How could I punish the Zhao family for this matter!"
"Thank you, sir!"
Master Zhao quickly cupped his fists, his expression filled with joy. Lu Fan's words made his heart churn. It turned out the Zhao family had long been recognized by Lu Fan.
Meanwhile, in the banquet hall, everyone looked at Lu Fan's figure with great shock. Some were constantly guessing Lu Fan's 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 aristocratic family.
After Master Zhao left, the banquet was also nearing its end.
Lu Fan, along with Yang Zixin and others, left the 'World's Best Chef'.
"Xiao Fan, shouldn't you explain today's events properly?" Yang Zixin pulled Lu Fan. "Lord Lu of Jiangnan? What a great reputation. How come I've never heard of it?"
"This..." Lu Fan looked a little embarrassed.
Hu Yu stood by the side, also quite curious. Today's events were too shocking, even deeply touching him.
"Sister Zixin, if I told you that I just knew Master Zhao, and that's why he helped me resolve the trouble, would you believe me?" Lu Fan tested.
"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 personally. Let's see how you answer!"
"My dear sister, the reason I didn't say anything was just to let you live more peacefully, without any 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 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 resolve so many troubles!"
"Actually, I am Lord Lu of Jiangnan!" Lu Fan stated directly. " Within Jiangnan, I am the one in charge!"
"If you are so powerful, why haven't you avenged yourself for what happened back then?" Yang Zixin asked in surprise.
"I've said it before, the five great families have been destroyed, and their members have been brought to justice!" Lu Fan said seriously. "It's just that Sister Zixin didn't believe me!"
"So it's true!" Yang Zixin's face lit up with joy. "You really avenged your family!"
"My purpose in coming to Chuzhou this time, besides reuniting with you, 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 be under pressure!"
"I understand!" Yang Zixin nodded. "I will respect your choice and not tell Mom and Dad, but you must also be careful!" Su Dan Novel Network
"Thank you, Sister Zixin!" Lu Fan nodded solemnly.
After parting ways with Lu Fan, Hu Yu sighed, "No wonder, no wonder he has such great influence. It turns out he's such a big shot. My judgment is good, but it's a pity I'm not worthy!"
"If Xiao Fan were not married, you would still have a chance!" Yang Zixin said with a wry smile. "But he has suffered all these years, carrying the deep hatred of blood, wandering alone until now, and avenging that deep hatred!"
Hu Yu nodded solemnly, his heart deeply touched. He felt a sense of resonance with such an inspiring figure.
A short while later, Lu Fan returned to the courtyard and saw the strange old man lying on a rocking chair, looking quite pleased with himself.
"Too slow. At your pace, when will you achieve great success?"
The strange old man, while cracking melon seeds, was instructing Lin Xiaojia. Every move and every stance was quite graceful.
"Senior, your requirements are too harsh," Lin Xiaojia frowned. "I fear I will not be able to achieve them!"
"If you can't even do this, do you still want to become a great person?" The strange old man waved his hand. "If your roast chicken wasn't so delicious, I wouldn't bother teaching you!"
Lin Xiaojia was helpless and began to practice again. Although she had the power of her bloodline, to become a strong person, she had to cultivate diligently. She was very clear about this.
"Why are you back, kid!" The strange old man glanced at Lu Fan. "Isn't it time for you to help me heal my injuries? After all, the lingering injuries within me have not been removed."
"Wait until tonight!" Lu Fan rolled his eyes. "When did you become his master?"
"What a joke, I'm not his master at all," the strange old man glanced dismissively. "With his aptitude, he's 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 want to take him as your disciple. Don't deny it. But having a disciple isn't bad, at least someone can 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 is not weak. If you can become his disciple, why worry about avenging your tribe in the future!"
"Please, senior, accept me as your disciple!" Lin Xiaojia knelt on one knee. "I will surely avenge the deep hatred of blood."
"You kid are truly ill-intentioned!" The strange old man glared. "I won't easily accept disciples."
"If you're not accepting disciples, how can you enjoy others' hospitality?" Lu Fan grabbed the roast chicken on the table. "Xiaojia, did you make the roast chicken?"
"I did indeed make it. Senior gave me some pointers, so I made it as a thank you." Lin Xiaojia nodded.
"In that case, there's no need to offer the roast chicken to him, since he won't accept you as a disciple anyway!" Lu Fan said casually.
The strange old man immediately became anxious and lunged for the roast 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.