Ye Fan's expression was calm as he recounted what he knew to Gu Lao in detail.
"As for why Chen Fatty didn't have his subordinates directly attack Gu Lao, I think it was to probe for some information from you?"
Speaking to this point, Ye Fan gazed into Gu Lao's eyes.
Sensing Ye Fan's intense gaze, Gu Lao, however, let out a bitter laugh.
"It's merely some secrets from many years ago. That Chen Fatty is wishful thinking."
Gu Lao merely uttered a brief statement, but he didn't elaborate further.
Clearly, the old man did not intend to reveal the secret to Ye Fan.
However, Ye Fan did not press the issue. Everyone had their secrets, and he didn't need to force Gu Lao to reveal his.
Moreover, Ye Fan firmly believed that if the secret were truly important, Gu Lao would eventually be willing to share it.
"If that's the case, Gu Lao, you must protect yourself. Although I saved you today, Feng Xiao will find out sooner or later. As long as they want to know that secret, they will surely make a move against you again."
Ye Fan's expression turned serious. His words were filled with earnest concern.
"Hmph, if they dare to make a move again, I will definitely let them know my capabilities."
Gu Lao had spent half his life in Jiangnan City and naturally had many connections and disciples who followed his every command.
Therefore, if Gu Lao wished to act, he could easily contend with Feng Xiao.
For so long, Gu Lao had been mindful of their past relationship, and besides, Feng Xiao was nominally his disciple. Thus, he had been reluctant to make a move against Feng Xiao.
But now, he had also seen the situation clearly. Even if he was unwilling, Feng Xiao would never let him off.
Seeing Gu Lao's demeanor, Ye Fan felt reassured.
"Currently, Gu Lao is still in danger. Therefore, it would be best to stay at Xiao Ran Pavilion for the time being. This way, we can look out for each other, and even if Feng Xiao's men come looking, they won't dare to easily attack Xiao Ran Pavilion."
Ye Fan suggested.
Hearing Ye Fan's words, Gu Lao pondered for a moment before nodding. "That would be excellent."
The old man uttered no words of gratitude, merely agreeing with a nod.
The car sped along and soon stopped at the back door of Xiao Ran Pavilion. Dongzi was the first to get out. Seeing that there was no one around, he opened the car door.
Ye Fan led Gu Lao directly into the room.
Seeing Ye Fan bring in an old man, Elder Li and Elder Wang were stunned.
Xiao Liuzi, who had known Gu Lao before, became teary-eyed with excitement upon seeing him again.
"Grandpa Gu, is it really you?"
In the past, Gu Lao had been very good to Xiao Liuzi. Because Xiao Liuzi was young, Gu Lao had taken extra care of him and often looked out for him, so they had a very deep bond.
Seeing Xiao Liuzi, Gu Lao was also filled with warmth. "Xiao Liuzi, I never expected that this old man would still be able to see you."
Afterward, Ye Fan introduced them to each other.
Elder Li and Elder Wang had both heard of Gu Lao's reputation. Moreover, Gu Lao was older than them and even more capable, so both of them undoubtedly addressed him as Elder Brother Gu.
Gu Lao was also in good spirits about meeting people of similar age like Elder Li and Elder Wang here.
As a junior, Ye Fan had Dongzi prepare a banquet.
The three old men clinked glasses and drank, leaving Ye Fan aside.
Watching the three old men, whose combined age was nearly two hundred years, Ye Fan smiled wryly and, along with Dongzi, left first.
In the living room, Ye Fan and Dongzi sat closely, drinking tea.
"Brother Ye, although we have rescued Gu Lao now, that Feng Xiao will not let this matter rest. Should we think of a way to extinguish their intentions?"
Dongzi looked at Ye Fan and asked with a serious expression.
Dongzi had always been meticulous, especially after following Ye Fan. He was constantly cautious, allowing no slip-ups.
After all, Ye Fan's safety was paramount, so he would not allow any problems to arise on his end.
Ye Fan nodded indifferently. "This is indeed a problem, but it's not that easy to extinguish Feng Xiao's intentions. Although this eldest young master of the Feng family isn't particularly cunning, his methods are extremely cruel. Once he harbors hatred, it becomes a life-or-death situation. Even if we can stabilize things for a while, it's unlikely to last long."
Ye Fan's expression grew increasingly serious. Having dealt with Feng Xiao for so long, he understood him thoroughly.
Narrow-minded, vengeful, and ruthless.
"But even so, we must temporarily dissuade him from dealing with Gu Lao, so as to ensure Gu Lao's safety. Otherwise, it's easier to dodge an open spear than an arrow in the dark. If Feng Xiao sends people to act covertly, even with us guarding him, Gu Lao will likely be in constant danger."
Ye Fan frowned and looked at Dongzi.
A moment later, he nodded. "You're right. Ensuring Gu Lao's safety must be the top priority. This Feng Xiao will definitely not give up."
After thinking for a moment, Ye Fan's lips suddenly curved into a cold smile.
"Do you know where the Feng family's largest industry is?"
Dongzi nodded. Having followed Ye Fan for some time, he had already thoroughly investigated the Feng family's situation.
"Feng's Pawnshop. That is the Feng family's largest industry, and the pawnshop's annual turnover accounts for thirty percent of the Feng family's annual income. It can be considered the Feng family's pillar industry."
Ye Fan nodded lightly.
"If that's the case, tonight we will go and check out the pawnshop."
Ye Fan smiled mysteriously again.
Seeing the smile on Ye Fan's face, Dongzi felt a surge of dread.
The last time Ye Fan smiled like this, Feng Xiao had suffered greatly.
This time, it was Feng Xiao again.
Even Brother Dong felt pity for Feng Xiao.
Why did you have to provoke Ye Fan when you could have provoked anyone else?
Moreover, after suffering so many losses at Ye Fan's hands, he still hadn't learned his lesson and refused to back down, insisting on facing the challenge head-on.
Such a person truly deserved his fate.
"I'll go and prepare right away."
Brother Dong nodded heavily, a smile also appearing on his face.
Ever since he began following Ye Fan, there had been no shortage of risky endeavors.
As a result, his originally dormant heart had become fiery once more.
He knew very well that as long as he was by Ye Fan's side, things would never be peaceful, and there would always be adventurous tasks to undertake.
A true man should be like this: advance bravely and fear no death.
Ye Fan was satisfied with Brother Dong's attitude.
As he interacted more with Brother Dong, Ye Fan came to understand him better. He was simply a man who disliked idleness.
Furthermore, this man was extremely loyal to his promises. Once he recognized you in his heart, he would follow you to the death, without batting an eye even when facing mountains of knives and seas of fire.
It was precisely because of Brother Dong's loyalty and righteousness that Ye Fan looked upon him with great admiration.