“Steward Wu, how about we let things rest for today!”
Steward Wu spoke, his expression becoming serious. Although he was surprised by Lu Fan's strength, he knew clearly that if this continued, Lu Fan would be the one to suffer.
The Chen family, one of the three major families in Profound Emperor City, was not as easy to bully as they appeared.
After all, the Chen family had a Half-Emperor expert. Such a powerful existence could not be compensated for by a Great Saint level expert.
If there was even a slight misstep, it could lead to eternal damnation.
“Steward Wu, do you think this matter can just be let go?”
Chen Jianyi's voice was icy as he looked towards Steward Chen, his anger evident.
As the Second Master of the Chen family, being so humiliated in Profound Emperor City would bring shame to their family name if it got out.
“Second Master Chen, why must it be this way!”
Steward Wu forced a smile and quickly looked at Lu Fan, “Kid, why don't you apologize quickly? Do you want to live? You dare to provoke the Second Master Chen!”
“Second Master Chen, I was rash just now. I hope you won’t hold it against me!”
Lu Fan clasped his fists slightly, revealing a smile as if all this was beneath his notice.
“Hmph!”
Chen Yijian snorted and turned to leave. He knew very well that his current strength was not enough to regain his dignity here today.
Watching Chen Yijian leave, Steward Wu frowned, unsure of what to say. If his guess was correct, Chen Yijian was preparing to inform the Chen family head about this matter. At that time, Lu Fan would likely be in trouble.
“How about it? Are you going to stay in the dungeon, or leave like your Second Uncle?”
Lu Fan looked at Chen Jianbei, his words carrying a hint of provocation.
“You are facing imminent death, yet you still dare to be so arrogant!”
Chen Jianbei said coldly, “If you had only offended me, it would have been one thing, but you dared to offend my Second Uncle. You truly are tired of living!”
Facing these words, Lu Fan remained indifferent, paying them no mind. In his eyes, even if the Chen family head himself came, he would not be afraid.
After leaving the dungeon, Steward Wu looked at Lu Fan, “You brat, you're incredibly bold. Do you know what consequences await you if you offend the Chen family?”
“I know very well!”
Lu Fan shrugged. “But don't worry, Steward Wu. This is my problem. If the Chen family really seeks trouble, I will not blame the City Lord's Mansion!”
“I didn't expect you to be so righteous!”
Steward Wu smiled. “In that case, I'll make an exception for you this once. Leave Profound Emperor City as soon as possible, and you won't have to worry about the Chen family’s troubles!”
“Steward Wu, according to the regulations for ascenders, one cannot leave the city for three years!”
Lei Batian interjected, “Wouldn't this violate the city's rules!”
“What, are you going to watch him die?”
Steward Wu said directly, “You should know the consequences of offending a Half-Emperor in Profound Emperor City!”
Lei Batian was momentarily stunned and immediately fell silent. He knew that Steward Wu was doing this for Lu Fan.
If not for this, Lu Fan would surely die, unless the Profound Emperor personally intervened.
Lu Fan was merely an ascender, and the Profound Emperor would naturally not intervene for Lu Fan’s offense against a Half-Emperor.
“I'm not leaving!”
Lu Fan said solemnly, “If I leave, the Chen family will trouble you!”
“I am the steward of the City Lord’s Mansion. Who in the entire Profound Emperor City dares to trouble me!” Steward Wu declared, “You brat should worry about yourself! Offending a Half-Emperor is something an ascender in this Celestial Realm cannot possibly bear.”
“Steward Wu has said so, what are you still waiting for, brat!” Lei Batian urged, “If you don't leave now, the Chen family will be here. By then, you won't be able to leave even if you want to.”
“Let's go, leave Profound Emperor City quickly!” Jian Yu advised, “At least this way you can save your life!”
Lu Fan also hesitated. He knew very well that even with his exceptional talent, and even though he had reached the Great Saint realm, he was still not qualified to contend with a Half-Emperor. Therefore, the best he could do now was to leave quickly to avoid such apprehension.
Just as Lu Fan was hesitating, outside Profound Emperor City, it was already surrounded by members of the Chen family. The Chen family head, along with many Chen family experts, had completely encircled the City Lord's Mansion, creating a formidable presence.
Seeing the unfavorable situation, Steward Wu hurried outside. He saw the Chen family head standing outside the City Lord’s Mansion, with Chen Jianyi also by his side, his gaze filled with arrogance.
“So it’s the Chen family head!” Steward Wu quickly clasped his fists, appearing to be overly solicitous, not daring to show any disrespect.
“Steward Wu, you should know that not just anyone can provoke my Chen family!”
The Chen family head narrowed his eyes. “Are you sure you want to oppose my entire Chen family for the sake of an ascender?”
“You jest, Chen family head. I am merely a steward of the City Lord’s Mansion, how could I dare to oppose the Chen family!” Steward Wu quickly shook his head. “However, there seems to be a misunderstanding. I hope the Chen family head will not take it too seriously. I will release the young master immediately!”
“No need. If he was willing to come out, he would have done so long ago. Wasn’t that brat so formidable just now?” Chen Jianyi said coldly. “Let him come out then! I’d like to see if he's still so arrogant.” Su Dan Novel Network
Steward Wu’s expression changed, and Lei Batian also frowned. It seemed the Chen family had no intention of letting Lu Fan go, and their words were sharp. This would likely be a disaster for Lu Fan.
“He's just an ascender. Does Steward Wu intend to offend my Chen family because of him?” The Chen family head spoke again, his tone becoming unfriendly. If not for his apprehension of the Profound Emperor, he would have acted directly. Within the entire city, no one dared to oppose their Chen family.
“Chen family head, although that person is only an ascender, he is still someone from my City Lord's Mansion. If anything happens to him, it will be difficult for me to explain to the Profound Emperor!” Steward Wu stated frankly, “You should know that the Profound Emperor is currently on his travels and will return before long. When he returns, if he finds out that the Chen family has brought so many people to surround the City Lord’s Mansion so tightly, it will not be easy to explain.”
“Are you threatening me?” The Chen family head narrowed his eyes, his gaze shifting back to Steward Wu, but this time with a hint of sharpness. Steward Wu’s words clearly showed he did not regard him with respect.
“I am merely stating the facts. I hope the Chen family head will not be offended!” Steward Wu clasped his fists. “After all, if the Profound Emperor learns of this, it will not be good for anyone!”
The Chen family head, however, let out a cold laugh. “In other words, you are determined to protect that brat?”
“I dare not!”
Steward Wu clasped his fists. “If the Chen family head truly intends to deal with him, I can allow you to enter the City Lord’s Mansion. However, after the Profound Emperor returns, I will personally report this matter and explain the situation.”