Fighting: I am Han Feng, I respect my teacher

"You will surely stand at the pinnacle of this continent in the future. When that time comes, never forget that the foundation of this continent is these myriad living beings."

Gu Xun'er nodded, seemingly understanding but not quite.

It was past dawn, and business at the small shop was gradually picking up. Han Feng prepared to leave with the little girl.

"Sir, you spoke very well just now, but you haven't paid for your tea yet!"

The waiter called out to Han Feng.

Gu Xun'er burst out laughing and quickly covered her face with her hands.

Han Feng smiled elegantly but with a hint of embarrassment, left a silver coin, and hurriedly left.

"Sir, we haven't given you your change yet!"

"keep the change."

Han Feng and Gu Xun'er disappeared into the crowd.

"Mr. Han, I understand what you mean, but you also need to practice more in the mortal world!"

Gu Xun'er said with a smile.

Han Feng shook his head and muttered to himself.

"I knew it, I've been detached from the world for too long."

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After that, Gu Xun'er was in a hurry to return to the Xiao residence to continue making her secret gift.

Han Feng was also kicked out of the house, told not to peek.

Sitting on the rooftop with Ling Ying, Han Feng said, "To be honest, I'm quite puzzled as to why the Gu Clan sent Miss Gu to the Xiao Family."

"Hmm? Could it be that Mr. Han made up what he just said?"

Ling Ying laughed in a frivolous manner.

Han Feng sighed helplessly. His words were based on the premise that Gu Xun'er had already been sent to the Xiao family.

If we disregard this fact, then the ancient tribes themselves were definitely better at educating their children; now they are simply letting them roam free.

"Actually, the patriarch's meaning should be similar to Mr. Han's. As a Dou Di family, the Ancient Clan's young patriarch has an extraordinary status, but the pressure he has to bear is beyond what ordinary people can compare to."

Ling Ying said, "The clan leader would prefer to give Miss a normal childhood."

Han Feng nodded. It seemed that even large clans had their own problems; every family had its own troubles.

"Of course, the above are all just my speculations about the clan chief's behavior. Mr. Han, just take them as a joke."

Ling Ying is being careless again; she's quite humorous, actually.

Han Feng smiled and shook his head.

"By the way, Elder Ling, there's something I still need to tell you."

"You said."

Han Feng glanced in the direction of Xiao Zhan's residence and said, "In the future, try not to get involved in the affairs of the Xiao family, and don't expose them to outsiders so they know that the Xiao family is related to the ancient clan."

"I will naturally keep this a secret, and most people probably don't know as much about our ancient tribe as Mr. Han does."

Han Feng sighed.

"The Xiao family may seem calm on the surface now, but if any noticeable ripples are stirred up, they will quickly attract the attention of those with ulterior motives."

Ling Ying frowned: "You mean... someone is eyeing the Xiao family?"

Han Feng glanced at Ling Ying, a half-smile playing on his lips.

"Don't look at me like that. If the clan leader had any ideas, he would have made me take action long ago."

Ling Ying retorted.

"In short, please be careful, Elder Ling, and don't act rashly. You can also communicate with Patriarch Gu. I think that for the Xiao family now, survival is more important than inheritance."

"If you change your mind and decide to take action later, please spare the lives of the entire Xiao family."

Ling Ying looked at Han Feng, her tone somewhat amused: "I'm rather curious, what exactly is the power behind you?"

"The Starfall Pavilion probably doesn't care about these things, right?"

"Furthermore, I've heard that Venerable Medicine has gone missing?"

Han Feng remained expressionless.

"Yes, I killed him."

"cut!"

Ling Ying clearly didn't believe it and jumped off the roof.

"Alright, I will remember what you said, and please keep Miss Gu's matter a secret."

"I will."

The two men made a promise to each other, and then Lingying disappeared into the shadows.

Han Feng was left alone on the rooftop, silently gazing into the distance, his eyes filled with deep sorrow.

Chapter 10 Parting

The Xiao residence was brightly lit even in the darkness of night.

Perhaps it was because of this happy occasion that the entire Xiao family celebrated until dawn.

If Xiao Zhan's trip to the capital goes smoothly, it will mean that the Xiao family and the Nalan family have officially become in-laws.

For the Xiao family, who have now fallen into obscurity in Wutan City, this is undoubtedly encouraging news.

In contrast, while Han Feng's conversation with Xiao Zhan served as a wake-up call for the Xiao family's future, it could not be made public.

Han Feng met many core members of the Xiao family at the banquet.

There were also the First Elder and the Second Elder, who were also high-ranking members of the Xiao family.

And then there are those young men from the Xiao family who haven't yet cultivated their fighting spirit, but possess limitless potential.

Han Feng silently drank and ate, watching the Xiao family's lively gathering without joining in.

Xiao Yan, the protagonist of today's banquet, was like a little adult, with a calm smile on his face, politely responding to the praises from the elders.

However, Han Feng did not take the initiative to get involved, but Xiao Yan walked up to Han Feng with unhurried steps.

"Mr. Han, Xiao Yan thanks you again for your guidance. Last time it wasn't formal, so this time I'd like to offer you a toast!"

Xiao Yan picked up the teacup, tilted his head back and drank it all in one gulp, then gestured that he had finished it.

Seeing the three- or four-year-old child in front of him deliberately adopting a solemn posture that didn't match his childish demeanor, Han Feng couldn't help but laugh.

"Good, I hope you will continue to work hard and become a pillar of the Xiao family in the future."

This time, Han Feng didn't refuse and drank a full cup as well.

However, the focus of the banquet was now on Han Feng.

Everyone became curious about Han Feng's identity, but after asking around, they only learned that Han Feng was a friend whom the clan leader entertained in private, and that he did not have any special identity.

Therefore, the focus of attention gradually dispersed.

Amidst the jeers of his clansmen, Xiao Yan took a sip of wine, his face flushed, and his laughter became somewhat unrestrained.

Han Feng took a small sip of his wine.

The Xiao family's special osmanthus wine carries a hint of autumn night coolness, with a rich and lingering sweetness that brings joy.

If this is a traditional craft of the Xiao people, then the real osmanthus wine might have a completely different flavor.

Han Feng is a food lover.

Perhaps the food provided by the Xiao family was also a factor in his decision to stay an extra day.

Who can say for sure?

However, the Xiao family's kitchen must be a mysterious place.

The banquet ended, and the people dispersed.

Han Feng returned to his room to continue perfecting the gift he had prepared for Gu Xun'er. He continuously used his soul power to strengthen the engraving and increase the number of times the book could be used.

It only stopped when the green spirit wood reached its limit.

Finally, Han Feng engraved the character "薰" (xun) on the book cover and wrote a message:

"I hope this gift will make your childhood more colorful."

Han Feng's time in Gu Xun'er's childhood was destined to be short, so it was impossible for him to develop deep feelings for her.

Perhaps in seven or eight years, my image will become blurred.

But it doesn't matter.

In one's life, one will encounter all sorts of people, some of whom you will remember for a lifetime, while others you may forget the next day.

What's important is the process of spending time together.

That night, Han Feng did not cultivate anymore, but lay in bed and slept until he naturally woke up.

The next morning, Han Feng got up and began packing his things.

It's time to set off. Today we leave the Xiao family and embark on the next leg of our journey.

After storing the package in his Netherworld Storage Ring, Han Feng, dressed in a blue robe, walked out the door once again.

Arriving at Gu Xun'er's cottage, the little girl had gotten up very early today. She was sitting on a small stool in the garden, resting her chin on her hands, staring blankly at the doorway.

When Han Feng appeared at the corner of the path, Gu Xun'er's eyes lit up.

"Mr. Han!"

Han Feng was taken aback when he saw the little elf waving at him in the garden.

He has always been moved by the pure beauty in life, and Gu Xun'er has given him that feeling again after a long time.

Good morning, Miss Gu.

Han Feng walked into the garden and greeted Gu Xun'er earnestly.

Good morning, Mr. Han.

Gu Xun'er returned the greeting in a very convincing manner, then looked up at Han Feng with anticipation in her eyes.

"Miss Gu, would you like to guess first?"

Han Feng took out the gift box and gently handed it to Gu Xun'er.

Gu Xun'er weighed it in her hand; it wasn't light.

However, judging from the shape of the gift box, it's not very big.

what is it?

Han Feng waited quietly for Gu Xun'er with a smile on his face.

Half a minute later, the little girl cautiously gave her answer: "Mr. Han, is it a book?"

Han Feng looked somewhat surprised.

"How did you guess that?"

Seeing that she had guessed correctly, Gu Xun'er smiled excitedly and even jumped up and down a little.

Then, she eagerly took out her gift box and said to Han Feng, "Sir, guess what I'm giving you first. If you guess right, I'll tell you."

Han Feng took the gift box from Gu Xun'er, pretended to think for a few seconds, and said, "Is it a pendant?"

Gu Xun'er's fox-like smirk froze, her mouth agape in an "O" shape.

"Oh? How did you guess that, sir?"

"Tell me about yours first."

Gu Xun'er didn't hide anything: "It's just... I like reading."

"that's it?"