Li Yun's mind stirred as he glanced at the jade box in Han Feng's hand.
[Dusk Realm (Heavenly Grade treasure), exchangeable for 1,300 Secret Points.]
"Great Wilderness City Lord is truly too kind." A smile appeared on Li Yun's face as he reached for the jade box. Free benefits were not to be refused, especially when it was a Heavenly Grade treasure being offered. Li Yun immediately felt a surge of goodwill towards the yet-unseen Great Wilderness City Lord.
"All of this is what our City Lord should do. If it weren't for the senior yesterday, Great Wilderness City would have been in ruins," Han Feng humbly expressed. In the presence of the terrifying senior of the Heavenly Secret Pavilion, he dared not be presumptuous, maintaining a humble posture.
"Yesterday?" Li Yun was puzzled. What had he done yesterday? After careful consideration, it seemed that Yang Qiu had visited, but did Yang Qiu intend to destroy Great Wilderness City? It wasn't entirely impossible.
After all, Yang Qiu's disciple died near Great Wilderness City, and it was reasonable for a Holy Lord-level figure to harbor resentment, especially considering that Li Chengxue was still hiding in Great Wilderness City. If Li Yun weren't present, the fate of Great Wilderness City might have been uncertain.
Realizing this, Li Yun continued to wear a warm smile and gestured towards a chair. "Come, Fellow Daoist Han, please have a seat."
"In the presence of a senior, I dare not accept the address 'Fellow Daoist.' Just call me Han Feng," he said respectfully. The term 'Fellow Daoist' should be reserved for peers. If the formidable expert of the demonic path from yesterday knew that he and this senior addressed each other as 'Fellow Daoist', he might not even know how he would die in the future.
"Then I will address you as Commander Han," Li Yun suggested. Just now, he had glanced at Han Feng's information. He was the Chief Commander of the guards of Great Wilderness City, with only Early Stage of the Aperture Connection Realm. His strength was lower than Li Chengxue's, making him relatively insignificant in the broader cultivation world.
"Senior is too kind," Han Feng replied. He hadn't expected this senior to be so gentle and amiable, without the air of a lofty expert. If it weren't for yesterday's incident, he might have mistaken this senior for an ordinary person.
"Hehe," Li Yun chuckled, lifting a tea cup and gesturing for Han Feng to sit. Beside him, Li Chengxue timely brought over a cup of tea, placing it next to Han Feng. Han Feng took a glance at Li Chengxue and marveled inwardly. This senior was truly extraordinary – even a serving girl had such formidable cultivation, likely higher than his own. Moreover, she was exceptionally beautiful.
With a quick glance, Han Feng dared not look too long. Just as he was about to reach for the tea, he seemed to recall something and turned to look at Li Chengxue once again. This time, he couldn't sit still, standing up abruptly from his chair.
What kind of servant girl was this? Clearly, she was a disciple of the Great Luo Sword Sect! There was a golden long sword embroidered on her sleeve, unmistakably a core disciple!
In such a status, at the very least, her master would be an elder of the Great Luo Sword Sect, or perhaps she might even be a direct disciple of the Sect Master! Such a person was serving as a maid for Senior?
Han Feng withdrew the hand that was initially reaching for the tea. While he could tolerate tea made by others, he dared not drink tea served by a core disciple of the Great Luo Sword Sect. Such individuals, when they visited Great Wilderness City, were treated as honored ancestors. Who would dare to drink tea that an ancestor had poured?
"What's wrong?" Li Yun raised his head, expressing surprise. While Han Feng had his merits, his composure seemed lacking.
"N-nothing," Han Feng forced a stiff smile. He bowed and said, "Something urgent came to junior's mind suddenly; I need to return and deal with it. I won't intrude further."
"Oh?" Li Yun's expression faltered. What's going on? We haven't even begun discussing business, and you're leaving?
"Oh, right." Han Feng seemed to recall something. He inquired again, "May I ask, Senior, when would be a convenient time for you? Our City Lord wishes to visit and express gratitude for your assistance yesterday. Since we were in a hurry, he sent me to inquire about your availability."
"Anytime is fine," Li Yun replied. Now he understood. Apparently, Han Feng was not the primary customer; it was the City Lord behind him.
"That's excellent," Han Feng sighed in relief. Regardless, the matter was settled. The next steps depended on the City Lord. Wiping the sweat from his forehead, he didn't dare stay any longer, bowing and saying, "I take my leave."
"Alright," Li Yun nodded.
After leaving the Heavenly Secret Pavilion, Han Feng didn't pause for a moment. With his subordinates, he headed straight to the City Lord's mansion. Even before reaching the mansion, he saw the Great Wilderness City Lord eagerly waiting at the gate.
"How did it go? Is the senior willing to meet me?" The Great Wilderness City Lord greeted him anxiously.
"Fortunately, Senior did not refuse. He is a refined and approachable person. He said the City Lord can visit him at any time," Han Feng reported.
"That's wonderful!" The Great Wilderness City Lord rubbed his hands together, muttering to himself, "The gifts I prepared will take about two days. Let's go to the Heavenly Secret Pavilion two days later!"
"City Lord…" Han Feng hesitated.
"What's the matter?" The Great Wilderness City Lord glanced at Han Feng, asking, "There are no outsiders here. Speak what's on your mind."
"Just now… I saw a disciple of the Great Luo Sword Sect in the Heavenly Secret Pavilion," Han Feng said.
"Oh? And there's more to it?" The Great Wilderness City Lord's interest was piqued. Having encountered a formidable expert of the demonic path yesterday and now seeing a disciple of the Great Luo Sword Sect today, was this senior skilled in both light and dark?
Typically, those who can achieve this are either opportunistic, trying to please both sides, or possess formidable strength, making both sides eager to please them. The mysterious master of the Heavenly Secret Pavilion clearly falls into the latter category.
"Did you get a clear look? Who is that person from the Great Luo Sword Sect?" Great Wilderness City inquired in a serious tone.
"I can't provide specific details, but based on what I observed, it seems to be a core disciple of the Great Luo Sword Sect. Furthermore, she's serving…" Han Feng paused for a moment and continued, "…as a maid for the senior."
"Hmm?" Great Wilderness City Lord was stunned. After contemplating for a while, he slowly said, "The identity of the senior from the Heavenly Secret Pavilion probably exceeds my expectations. The gift I prepared seems too insignificant."