"Heaven and earth can bear witness, Xiaoxiao, I am sincere with you!"
Shen Beiton said with earnestness in his eyes, "However, I am the only legitimate son of my Shen family. If I were truly Yu Feiming, my Shen family would likely be furious, implicating the entire Han family!"
"You're quite good at finding excuses!"
Han Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes, "I see it now, you're just trying to get something for nothing. My Han family won't fall for your tricks!"
"Alright, alright, you two, no need to say more!" The Han family patriarch said with a wry smile, "After all, no matter what, Young Master Shen's personal visit already represents sincerity. However, Xiaoxiao already has another candidate, so Young Master Shen will likely be disappointed."
"Another candidate?"
Shen Beiton was slightly startled and turned his gaze towards Lu Fan, "Could it be this person?"
"So what if it is?" Han Xiaoxiao said abruptly, "You are far inferior to him. Do you still want to make things difficult for him!"
"Xiaoxiao, he's just a nobody, with no money or power. How can he be worthy of you!"
Shen Beiton said repeatedly, "You mustn't be confused by him. I am your suitable match!"
"Whether you are my suitable match, I know best, and I don't need you to remind me!"
With indifference in her expression, Han Xiaoxiao stated directly, "Moreover, if you continue to speak ill of him, don't blame me for turning hostile. Although you are a guest in the Magic Mall, you should also mind your words and actions!"
Shen Beiton trembled with anger, filled with unwillingness. Especially Han Xiaoxiao's words, which stoked his rage, but he was helpless. After all, as Han Xiaoxiao said, some things were beyond his control.
"Young Master Shen, no matter what Xiaoxiao chooses, I will respect her decision!" The Han family patriarch said directly, "I hope you can understand, the original intention of my Han family!"
Facing these words, although Shen Beiton's expression was unpleasant, he couldn't say much more. The situation had reached this point, and it was not something he could influence.
"Patriarch Han, there might be some misunderstanding," Lu Fan said with a smile. "Miss Han and I have no relationship whatsoever."
"Look at what you're saying. If you don't have a relationship now, you will in the future!" Han Xiaoxiao stated directly, "Besides, by speaking like this, aren't you not giving me face!"
"I am merely speaking the truth, I was afraid Patriarch Han would misunderstand!"
Lu Fan shrugged, "I hope you won't misunderstand me either!"
"Forget it, forget it, I don't want to talk to you anymore!" Han Xiaoxiao said with a cold face and clear dissatisfaction, especially with Lu Fan's words.
Lu Fan paid no mind. He was speaking the truth and didn't want to deceive anyone. After all, this matter was trivial. If the Han family patriarch were to misunderstand, it would likely be troublesome.
"Let's not talk about that. The moonlight tonight is beautiful. Let's enjoy the night, have a meal, and chat about everyday matters!"
The Han family patriarch smiled, and at the same time, his gaze fell upon Lu Fan, "Young man, where are you from? You don't seem to be from the Eastern Domain!"
"By rights, I am indeed not from the Eastern Domain!" Lu Fan nodded, "As for where I am from, even if I told you, you probably wouldn't know."
The Han family patriarch was slightly startled and looked at Lu Fan again, "Could it be that Young Brother is not from the Spirit Realm, but from another plane?"
"Another plane?"
Han Xiaoxiao and Shen Beiton were both startled and somewhat incredulous. After all, they had cultivated for so long but had never heard of another plane. Especially coming from the Han family patriarch, it seemed even more unusual.
Lu Fan was slightly surprised. He hadn't expected the Han family patriarch to know about another plane. This meant that besides the Spirit Realm and Earth, there might be other realms.
"Could it be that Young Brother has some unspeakable difficulty?"
Seeing Lu Fan's continued silence, the Han family patriarch asked again, "Actually, I'm just guessing. After all, we don't know if another plane even exists. I heard it from the older generation."
"So that's how it is!"
Lu Fan nodded slightly, "According to what you say, I am indeed from another plane. However, the strength of that plane is far inferior to the Spirit Realm."
"If that's truly the case, then how could..."
The Han family patriarch hesitated, his heart filled with surprise. Under normal circumstances, if that realm were truly weak, why would the Ancient Divine Body exist? This seemed like a paradox.
"Uncle Han, please don't be fooled by him!"
Shen Beiton interjected, "I think he's only slightly stronger than me. How could he be from another plane? There are plenty of people who brag these days."
"You can choose not to believe me, but I believe him!" Han Xiaoxiao said casually, "Since he says he's from another plane, then it must be true!"
"You believe him so much?" Shen Beiton's face turned ashen, and his eyes were filled with dissatisfaction. He was quite displeased with Lu Fan's attitude.
"Whether I believe him or not is not for you to dictate!"
Han Xiaoxiao said coldly, "You just mind your own business. Besides, this is my Han family, and it's not your place to make irresponsible remarks!"
Shen Beiton was rendered speechless and didn't know how to respond. He felt extremely stifled. As the young master of the prestigious Shen family, if this were his territory, he would have already taken action and wouldn't have endured it like this.
His main purpose for coming to the Han family this time was to marry Han Xiaoxiao. If successful, the Shen and Han families would form an alliance, which was what he most desired.
But now, it seemed things were not going as planned. Marrying Han Xiaoxiao would not be an easy task, which naturally had a certain impact on him.
"Patriarch Han, you control the entire Magic Mall, so you must know about refining a physical body!"
Lu Fan spoke, "Apart from Divine Fluid, are there any other methods to refine a physical body?"
"Refining a physical body?" The Han family patriarch frowned, "Why do you ask? Could it be..."
"I'm just saying it casually, I just want to understand," Lu Fan quickly said. "Patriarch Han, please don't overthink it."
After these words, the Han family patriarch nodded slightly, naturally understanding Lu Fan's meaning very well.
Just then, Han Xiaoxiao suddenly said, "I think it's rather dull for you all to be drinking here. Why don't I dance for you? It can also liven things up."
"Excellent, that would be wonderful!"
With joy in his eyes, Shen Beiton quickly replied. He had long heard that Han Xiaoxiao's dancing steps were graceful, and she was considered one of the best in the entire Magic Mall. He certainly wouldn't miss this opportunity.
Han Xiaoxiao ignored Shen Beiton and looked at Lu Fan, seemingly paying him much attention.