A warm current flowed through Xu Fan's heart.

In all honesty, Xu Fan did not consider Song Ling'er as his family. Xu Fan had only helped Song Ling'er because she was alone and helpless. For Xu Fan, it was a trivial matter.

However, Song Ling'er treated Xu Fan as her family and did not hesitate to risk her life to protect him when he was in danger.

This kind of kindness, Xu Fan felt he could not repay.

"Silly girl..."

Looking at the girl sleeping gently under the pear tree, Xu Fan looked tenderly at her, removed his outer garment, placed it over Song Ling'er, and carried her into the room.

Xu Fan indeed had many questions to ask Song Ling'er, but now was not the time.

A Fourth Grade elixir had already exhausted much of her spirit, and coupled with the stress from the four elders of Mu, Song Ling'er was already mentally drained.

Gently pulling up the covers for Song Ling'er, Xu Fan turned and left.

...

"Young Master Xu! Please stay!"

As soon as Xu Fan stepped out of the room, an elder suddenly flashed out from the shadows and blocked Xu Fan with a broad smile on his face. It was Elder Niu!

"So it's Elder Niu. What instructions does Elder Niu have for me?"

Xu Fan's expression was calm, as if Elder Niu's sudden appearance did not surprise him at all.

Indeed, that was the case.

There was no blood relation between Elder Niu and Xu Fan, so why would Elder Niu risk offending the four elders of Mu to forcibly protect Xu Fan?

Song Ling'er had suddenly revealed her astonishing talent. Elder Niu wanted to ingratiate himself with Song Ling'er, which is why he had promised to protect Xu Fan.

Such things might escape Song Ling'er's attention, but in front of Xu Fan, they were entirely exposed.

Now, Elder Niu had bet many hopes on Song Ling'er, so Elder Niu was bound to have a conversation with Xu Fan.

This was something Xu Fan had long anticipated.

Seeing Xu Fan's composure, a glint appeared in Elder Niu's eyes, while his smile grew wider.

"Hehe, Young Master Xu, you are too polite. How dare I instruct the young master? I merely have some matters I'd like to discuss with you."

Elder Niu, while smiling kindly, looked like an amiable elder within the clan, with a particularly warm and respectful tone.

Song Ling'er was Elder Niu's big gamble, and this gamble could even change his life!

Therefore, after rescuing Xu Fan from Elder Mu's hands, Elder Niu promptly investigated Xu Fan's affairs. Song Ling'er was willing to die for Xu Fan! How could Elder Niu not care about Xu Fan?

With a little investigation, Elder Niu was astounded.

Originally, Elder Niu thought Xu Fan had misspoken, showing disrespect to the elders, which resulted in the four elders of Mu punishing him and even attempting to kill him on the spot.

However, as the truth surfaced, Elder Niu was stupefied.

With his own strength, Xu Fan had instantly killed nine Zhiwei Realm experts! Instantly killed Li Yu, a Zhiwei Realm expert! Simply using his presence, he intimidated seven Zhiwei Realm experts!

With no resources and drained spiritual power, Xu Fan still held on desperately under the hands of the four elders of Mu!

Even Elder Niu himself could not necessarily achieve such battle feats!

This was no longer just a youth in the Entering Dao Realm; clearly, he was a young Zhiwei Realm expert!

While a storm raged in Elder Niu's heart, he also felt a slight unease.

Originally, Elder Niu thought Xu Fan was insignificant, but now Xu Fan was clearly a major threat to Mu and the others!

Elder Niu worried that by supporting Xu Fan, he might be dragged into this deep and bottomless pool...

This was exactly why Elder Niu was visiting this time!

"Young Master Xu's extraordinary elegance at the grand competition drew the admiration of countless talents, overshadowing them all. Even an old man like me was compelled to submit respectfully to Young Master Xu's demeanor."

"However... what plans does Young Master Xu have for the future?"

The flattering words before were all meaningless; only the last sentence was what Elder Niu truly cared about.

Elder Niu was concerned that once Song Ling'er left, Xu Fan might see him as a trump card, recklessly provoking an incomparable force.

Geniuses are all proud. A peerless genius like Xu Fan is likely proud to the bone! If so, Elder Niu feared it would end in futility!

So, after asking this question, Elder Niu raised his head and stared at Xu Fan, watching closely for any change in his expression.

"Hehe, thank you for your concern, Elder Niu. As for the future, I haven't thought too much about it yet."

Xu Fan's expression remained calm, and there was no ripple in his tranquil eyes.

As for the future, Xu Fan had naturally thought about it long and hard. The four elders of Mu, Luo Yan, the Dragon and Phoenix, all required Xu Fan to cut them down one by one! At least, Xu Fan needed to seek justice from them!

However, Xu Fan naturally would not share these plans with Elder Niu, as Xu Fan already understood Elder Niu's intentions!

"Young Master Xu, forgive my presumption, but I have a suggestion. Would you be willing to hear it?"

Elder Niu's lips curled into a smile, and he felt a long sigh of relief in his heart.

At least now, it seemed that Xu Fan was not someone who flaunted his talents and looked down on everyone, making Elder Niu feel that his efforts had not been in vain.

"Please speak, Elder Niu. I am all ears."

Xu Fan's expression remained calm throughout. Although Elder Niu saved him for personal reasons, Xu Fan did not mind; Elder Niu was greedy but still much better than the vile faces of Mu and Liu Fei.

"Young Master Xu, to be honest, I have already reported Ling'er's situation to the Pill Divine Valley. Within three days, someone from the Pill Divine Valley will come to take Ling'er back for intensive cultivation!"

"And Young Master Xu, although you are not skilled in elixirs, your talent in martial arts is equally exceptional. I have already spoken on your behalf, and in three days, you can go to the Pill Divine Valley with Ling'er!"

As Elder Niu spoke, the smile on his lips grew wider.

"Young Master Xu, this is a tremendous opportunity! Once you join the Pill Divine Valley, you can serve them, your status will rise above countless others! Even the four elders of Mu will not dare to target you."

"Moreover, with Young Master Xu's aptitude, using the Pill Divine Valley's elixirs, your strength is bound to advance rapidly in a short time!"

"For Young Master Xu's sake, I have expended a tremendous amount of effort and cost just to secure this great fortune for you!"

Elder Niu smiled warmly, staring at Xu Fan with eyes full of ingratiation.

In reality, Elder Niu had not paid any enormous cost; he merely mentioned Xu Fan in passing. However, this favor which cost him nothing also brought tremendous benefits.

Song Ling'er was exceptionally talented, and Xu Fan was equally extraordinary!

As long as they felt grateful to him, once they rose in the future... it would be difficult for Elder Niu not to walk tall and proud!

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