I'm seventy years old this year, and you want me to have many children and much happiness?

Yi Shuhe's words were forceful and resounding.

A token from the City Lord's Mansion was also placed on the table.

Lu Xuan glanced calmly at Yi Shuhe, then his eyelids drooped slightly, as if he were considering whether this was worthwhile.

After all, having this token is equivalent to having an official identity for protection, but at the same time, one is also very likely to be regarded as an official in the future.

However, in Lu Xuan's view, those who rejected this official status and were unwilling to get involved with the imperial court were somewhat foolish and too aloof.

After all, one hand cannot clap. No matter how talented you are, if no one supports you or sets you up, how fast can you run?

It is foolish to reject a broad and promising path in the name of youthful ambition.

Once you can obtain resources and help from the other party, how can the other party restrict you when you are truly powerful?

If I can restrict you, it means you're not strong enough!

Lu Xuan was just afraid of trouble in the past.

At that time, Lu Xuan was weak and afraid of revealing his identity too much, so he did not agree to Chu Xiao's request.

But things are different now. Lu Xuan's strength is so great that while he might not be able to disregard heaven and earth, he can at least protect himself in the officialdom without any problems.

If the strength shown today is insufficient.

The city lord's mansion probably wouldn't come in this manner either.

It's inevitable that Lu Xuan will be taken away for questioning.

After all, you did this in broad daylight, first destroying a casino, then wiping out an entire family.

This is such a big case, even though Lu Xuan is in the right.

But without a good reason, it's impossible to get through it.

Lu Xuan quickly figured out what was going on.

He immediately raised his hand and took the token from the table.

"Since the city lord is so hospitable, it would be ungrateful of me to refuse."

"I will accept this contract for now, but if anything is found out, I will not tolerate it."

Lu Xuan said with a light laugh.

They saw Lu Xuan accept the token.

Everyone present breathed a sigh of relief.

A smile also appeared on the face of City Lord Yi Shuhe.

"Hehe, good, good... With the help of a senior like you, Jin Yuan City is like a tiger with wings! You can ensure the peace and tranquility of the people in our city!"

"Commander Xiao, you have had contact with Senior Lu before. From now on, you will be in charge of handling any matters concerning Senior Lu. You do not need to ask me about matters within your authority."

Yi Shuhe said, and summoned Xiao Yunshan.

Xiao Yunshan also stepped forward to respond.

"Yes, Lord City Lord."

"Senior Lu, this is my summoning talisman. Just activate your spiritual power into it, and I will be able to sense it and come to wait for you at any time... Uh, however, this thing has a limitation; it can only be sensed within the city."

Xiao Yunshan handed over the summoning talisman slip in his hand.

This summoning talisman is specifically used for communication within the city.

Xiao Yunshan's mission scope is only to protect Jinyuan City, so there's no need to look for him outside the city. That's roughly the idea.

Lu Xuan accepted it as well.

It was just a token gesture. How could Xiao Yunshan not know what was going on in the city?

However, there is no guarantee that there will be any problems later on. Being able to use Xiao Yunshan is also a precaution.

"I'll be relying on Commander Xiao from now on."

Yi Shuhe must be extremely busy.

There are so many things to take care of on a daily basis.

It's impossible to go to the city lord for every little thing; it's much easier to coordinate with Xiao Yunshan.

"You're too kind, senior."

"By the way, if Senior Lu is interested, there will be an ancient city ruins exploration activity in this county. There may be many rare treasures there, but of course, there are also certain dangers."

"If Senior Lu is interested, you can come with us from Jinyuan City. This ancient city ruin is not open to the public for exploration..."

Yi Shuhe said to Lu Xuan.

Ancient city ruins!

Not open to the public!

Sure enough.

In the past, I always heard that when some relics appeared, everyone rushed to the top with their martial arts skills.

But in reality, the truly good things always come from the most powerful forces, the imperial court.

It is definitely not something that outsiders can easily access.

You're not even qualified to get in!

Upon hearing Yi Shuhe's words, Lu Xuan's eyes lit up slightly.

Last time, I only went to the blessed land of Jinyuan City and I already gained so much.

Their own strength has been greatly improved.

If you go to the ancient city ruins this time.

Perhaps I can even raise my strength to the fifth rank!

"Of course, of course. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. I must thank the city lord for giving us this chance."

Lu Xuan said.

"Don't say that. It's our honor to invite Elder Lu to go... But there's one thing I need to remind Elder Lu: the ancient city ruins are so dangerous that you basically need a fourth-grade martial arts cultivation level, so it's quite dangerous."

"clear."

"Alright, let's leave it at that for now. I'll let Elder Lu know when there's any progress on opening the ancient city ruins."

"Alright, thank you very much, City Lord."

Lu Xuan bowed slightly.

They even personally escorted the person to the door.

Everyone wants to save face, and Lu Xuan, with his cultivation level, is so well-versed in etiquette, not to mention that Lu Xuan himself is an elder.

For a moment, Yi Shuhe felt quite proud.

Yi Shuhe left.

Xiao Yunshan naturally followed suit, but before leaving, he told Lu Xuan that he could contact him anytime if anything happened.

Chu Lingsheng, however, stayed.

"I've always heard Chu Xiao talk about the senior, but I never imagined that the real dragon was actually hidden in Wuling County."

"If it weren't for those beasts from the Mu family pressuring us so hard, I doubt you would have made a move at this time."

Chu Lingsheng poured Lu Xuan a cup of tea.

Just now, Chu Lingsheng had also made some guesses about Lu Xuan's situation, estimating that Lu Xuan really disliked showing his face in public.

If an ordinary person heard the city lord's mansion's offer of recruitment, they would probably jump right in.

They will definitely agree.

Lu Xuan pondered for a while before making a decision.

This shows that Lu Xuan was not a sycophant.

Moreover, if it were truly for wealth and glory, with Lu Xuan's strength, he could enjoy endless riches and glory if he so desired.

"There's nothing we can do about it; once you're in the world, you're not in control of your own destiny."

"What's meant to happen will happen."

"As for your injury, that guy hurt you quite badly before. Is it any better now?"

Lu Xuan asked in a tone of concern, like an elder.

As elders and seniors.

Regardless of cultivation level or seniority, he is also higher than Chu Lingsheng.

"Thank you for your concern, senior. I'm much better now."

Chu Lingsheng bowed slightly.

"You called me to ask about other businesses owned by the Mu family, right?"

Lu Xuan looked at Chu Lingsheng and smiled slightly.

The Mu family's vast fortune has now collapsed.

It also owns many other businesses, all waiting to be handed over to others.

However, even though many of the Mu family's businesses are currently idle, many people still dare not make a move.

This is Jinyuan City, not some small place like Wuling County.

You think the fat meat is right in front of you.

You can go up and take a bite anytime.

But in reality, if you don't understand the situation, then after you eat that big bite of fatty meat, you may have to face the real owner of the fatty meat.

That's why Chu Lingsheng came looking for Lu Xuan.

Chu Lingsheng nodded.

"The Mu family's businesses occupy one-fifth of the lifeline of Jinyuan City. No matter who it falls into, it will be a piece of fat meat."

"But this piece of fat meat, without your approval, no one dares to touch it."

Chu Lingsheng said.

"You can handle these things as you see fit."

"I, an old man, only went to the Mu family to collect a debt. Now that the debt has been collected, the rest is none of my business."

Lu Xuan said.

They did not take advantage of this opportunity to extort money.

After all, this money isn't so easy to get.

Chu Lingsheng's eyes lit up, but he also knew very well what was going on.

Senior Lu was generous enough not to take it, but the Chu family couldn't refuse.

During the previous intelligence gathering by the Chu family, it was learned that Lu Xuan preferred large houses, since Zihu Villa was very famous in Wuling County.

Furthermore, Lu Xuan was able to acquire Purple Lake Manor precisely because Chu Xiao facilitated the deal.

Otherwise, Purple Lake Manor might not have been unsealed so easily.

Therefore, Chu Lingsheng guessed that Lu Xuan had a special fondness for such quiet mansions. Furthermore, he had also heard that Master Lu seemed to have quite a few female confidantes.

Therefore, a very large mansion is necessary.

"In that case, we'll have more Elder Lu over there."

"By the way, Mr. Lu, have you ever owned property in Jinyuan City?"

"If Elder Lu doesn't mind, our Chu family owns a Xianhe Manor, which covers more than a thousand acres. It is nestled against the mountains and by the water, and is full of spiritual energy. The Chu family is willing to give this manor to Elder Lu."

"I'll have the innkeeper bring you the land deed in a bit."

Although Chu Lingsheng appeared to be asking questions, he didn't give Lu Xuan a single answer. He had already made a decision about the matter with what he said.

And coincidentally, Lu Xuan did indeed like this style.

This is a big house, who wouldn't like it?

Lu Xuan is just that kind of rustic.

It's no wonder that emperors liked to build their residences into magnificent palaces.

"Oh? Thank you very much then..."

Lu Xuan wasn't embarrassed at all.

At your age, if you're still so thin-skinned, you'll miss out on so many good things.

Seeing Lu Xuan's expression, Chu Lingsheng knew that he had given the right gift.

At this moment, the manager of the Liufu Inn also walked in from outside the house.

"Elder, Master Lu."

The innkeeper of Liufu Inn bowed and looked at Lu Xuan with a somewhat solemn expression.

"What happened?"

Chu Lingsheng frowned and asked.

Lu Xuan is a distinguished guest of the Chu family. If anything goes wrong, they will be held responsible.

Lu Xuan raised his hand, indicating that Chu Lingsheng didn't need to be so nervous.

"But is there any news about Lin Haichao?"

Lu Xuan asked.

The innkeeper immediately nodded and then handed the information in his hand to Lu Xuan.

Chu Lingsheng knew that Lu Xuan was looking for Lin Haichao, but intelligence was not under his jurisdiction, so he didn't know the details.

When Lu Xuan looked at the contents of the intelligence report, his brows immediately furrowed.

"Hmm? Huangsha City..."

"Flying Sand Arena?"