Urban Most Awesome Dad

Chapter 635: Chapter 635: It Blew Up – Part 1 Chapter 635: Chapter 635: It Blew Up – Part 1 Xu Fan waved his hand nonchalantly and smiled, “Don’t worry, everyone.

I will certainly obtain the inheritance of the Northern Territory Sovereign.

As for a hefty reward, there’s no need for that.

I only need some of the treasures from the ruins that I can use.”

The primary goal of Long Guhuang was the inheritance of the great power, so he agreed without hesitation, “Naturally, apart from the inheritance of the Northern Territory Sovereign, all other items, as long as they are obtained by Patron Xu, will belong to Patron Xu.”

“Okay.”

Xu Fan smiled to himself, thinking that he had become a mercenary employed by the Flame Dragon Organization.

He then dismissed it from his mind, after all, it was a small matter that required little effort, and it was by no means difficult.

Watching from the side, Zhu Yangyuan didn’t bring up the hope of Xu Fan joining the Taiyi Sanqing Palace anymore either.

Once the serious matters were discussed, the cruise ship returned.

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The group took a private plane from the port and quickly returned to Yanjing.

After disembarking, they exchanged brief farewells.

Long Guhuang returned to the headquarters of the Flame Dragon with the high-ranking members, ready to select suitable candidates to receive the inheritance of the Northern Territory Sovereign.

Xu Fan took a taxi back to the Xu Family’s old house.

Upon arriving home, as the afterglow of the sun bathed the earth, at the entrance of the house, Zhang Qingning, Xu Yixue, and everyone else waited anxiously.

Seeing Xu Fan return unscathed, they all heaved a huge sigh of relief, their faces beaming with joy.

“Daddy, Tongtong has been waiting for you for so long; why did you take so long to come back?”

From a distance, Tongtong waved her chubby little arms and shouted loudly.

Xu Fan instantly switched his mindset, feeling like he was back in the warmth of his happy home, softening both in body and spirit.

After reuniting, everyone asked about the situation, but Xu Fan only smiled without answering.

Once in the living room, Xu Fan took a seat on the sofa and described both sides of the battle in a minimized tone, trying to make it seem lighter than it was, such as the surging waves which were actually only as high as a person.

Hearing this, Zhang Qingning and Xu Yixue finally placed their hands on their chests and whispered, “That’s good, that’s good.”

Soon after, Zhang Qingning instructed with concern, “Fan’er, mother’s expectations are low; I only hope that you live a safe and smooth life.”

“Mom, I know.

My life is precious; I must protect it well, and for you all, I will not rashly involve myself in danger.”

Xu Fan cheerfully replied in Zhonghai dialect and then patted his chest with conviction, “However, I estimate there’s no one in this world who can beat me.”

The arrogant tone wasn’t quite Xu Fan’s style, but it served to reassure his mother and wife.

“Better safe than sorry, don’t overestimate yourself.”

Zhang Qingning then asked, “By the way, did you dissolve Yue’er’s engagement?”

Xu Yue eagerly looked over, and Wang Xiaolong listened intently.

Xu Fan nodded with a smile, “That’s right, as long as Xiao Yue doesn’t agree to it, then nobody can force her to.”

“Bro, you’re the best; I love you to death.”

Xu Yue excitedly cheered and couldn’t help but throw herself into Xu Fan’s arms.

“Thank you!” she said, choking up.

Remembering how she felt when she was used by the family as a tool for an arranged marriage, Xu Yue was filled with despair.

As a young girl who had never dated nor lived a life of independence, and with many unexperienced experiences in life, she naturally couldn’t accept being constrained by an arranged marriage, especially to a stranger.

The frustration and depression of these days were finally being released.

“That’s enough, it’s all small stuff.

You’re a big girl now; don’t cry so easily all the time.”

Xu Fan teased playfully, patting her back gently with his hand while helplessly looking at Xu Yixue to show she was out of his control.

Xu Yixue responded with a smile, understanding Xu Fan’s meaning, yet she wasn’t a jealous woman and had no reason to be so possessive.

Moreover, she was sincerely happy for Xu Yue.

Xu Yue quickly wiped the tears from the corner of her eyes, sneakily wiped them on Xu Fan’s clothes, and then stepped back, all smiles: “Bro, thank you so much.”

“Brother Xu, I want to thank you too,” Wang Xiaolong also approached with a beaming face, wearing a broad smile.

However, in the presence of his future mother-in-law, he didn’t dare to be too cheeky and refrained from any banter.

Xu Fan glanced at Wang Xiaolong indifferently, not piercing his little schemes, but simply laughed, “You this snotty crybaby, being so big and yet still wiping your tears on me.”

“Hehe, it’s because I like you, that’s why I take liberties.”

Xu Yue giggled, recalling a phrase from the internet: “Presumption is for liking, love is only for restraint.”

By saying this, she not only expressed her closeness to Xu Fan but also made it clear that it was love between Xu Fan and Xu Yixue, which is why there was restraint.

Immediately, she stood up, glared fiercely at Wang Xiaolong sitting next to her, and then returned to her seat with graceful composure.

Wang Xiaolong, however, just smiled nonchalantly.

If Xu Yue’s words had been for someone else, he would have been heartbroken, but since Xu Yue and Xu Fan were siblings, that was impossible.

As for glaring at him, that meant she cared—it was also a hint that “you too should protect and cherish me like my brother.”

Thinking this way, Wang Xiaolong suddenly felt relaxed in body and spirit.

I still have a chance!

Yes, I really have a chance to successfully pursue her.

The prized flower has no owner, I am near at hand, and most importantly, Xu Yue does not dislike or hate me.

Another point is that I have thick skin, hahaha, that gives me even more hope.

At this moment, Wang Xiaolong felt invigorated with a robust force, his fighting spirit high, brimming with confidence.

“Hey, why does your smile look so smug?” Xu Yunji bumped his shoulder without warning.

“Uh…

that’s a secret, a secret you’ll never understand,” Wang Xiaolong exclaimed, immediately replying with a sly smile.

“Pah!” Xu Yunji made no attempt to hide her scorn.

…

The news spread, and the Ancient Martial World of Yanjing instantly exploded with buzz.

The news was: The Flame Dragon Organization has appointed a new Patron today, named Xu Fan.

Anyone who had been in the Ancient Martial World knew that a Patron of the Flame Dragon enjoyed the same treatment as an Elder, along with benefits and certain corresponding powers, only ranking below the leader of Flame Dragon.

Therefore, those who became Patrons were influential figures with notable reputations, top-tier powerhouses, and bigwigs with considerable influence over their domains.

This was evident from the current list of Flame Dragon Patrons.

Patron number one: Chu Lie, the Supreme Elder of the Kunlun Sect from the Western Regions, a genuine Dongxu Realm.

Patron number two: Shen Qianmang, the current Sect Master of the Sword Heaven Sect, a confirmed Dongxu Realm.

Patron number three: Li Tianyao, head of the Shushan Sword Sect.

Although a pseudo-Dongxu, his combat strength was ferociously formidable, able to battle head-on with a real Dongxu Realm without falling short.

Patron number four: …

Before today, the Flame Dragon Organization had sixteen named Patrons, each one a significant figure in the Ancient Martial World, their actions powerful enough to cause seismic waves.

Today, suddenly, the seventeenth Patron emerged.

What virtues and abilities does he have that make him special?

The previous Patrons were all renowned for many years, exceptional in strength, status, and standing.

But this Xu Fan came virtually out of nowhere, without any fame to speak of.

However, since the Flame Dragon Organization is under state supervision, such a significant announcement wouldn’t be in error, so even with numerous doubts, no one disputed Xu Fan’s mediocrity.

Instantly, countless Martial Artists began speculating about Xu Fan’s identity, leading to a multitude of plausible theories.

Some said he was an ancient ancestor from a reclusive Sect who had lived for hundreds or thousands of years.

Some suggested he was from the Dragon lineage proper, with the capacity to carry great responsibilities.

Others claimed he was an intelligent being from another world.