“A relic?”
Jiang Meili frowned. “If that’s the case, this jade pendant must be kept safe. Nothing must happen to it!”
“It seems I was too presumptuous!”
Long Yi quickly plastered on a smile. “I thought it was just an ordinary item!”
“It’s alright, but this jade pendant really can’t be exchanged with you. Although it’s not worth much money, it holds significant meaning for me,” Lin Ke said with a solemn expression.
“Naturally!” Long Yi nodded quickly.
However, just then, Lu Fan walked in from outside, saying, “Little Ke, I’ve found news about Grandma! We’re setting off tomorrow!”
“Really?”
Lin Ke’s face lit up with joy. “This is something you’ve been anticipating!”
“Yes, I’ve anticipated it for so long, and it’s finally happening!” Lu Fan nodded gravely. “Do you want to come with me tomorrow?”
“My body hasn’t been feeling well these past few days. I’m afraid I can’t travel far!” Lin Ke said with a solemn expression.
“If that’s the case, then let Miss Long accompany me!”
Lu Fan chuckled. “It will be a long and arduous journey. Having a girl to take care of me along the way will be quite convenient!”
“You want me to go?”
Long Yi blinked, looking incredulous. Even Lin Ke was mystified; he hadn’t expected Lu Fan to say that.
“Lord Lu, this might not be appropriate. Long Yi is a girl, after all. Wouldn’t something happen if she traveled with you alone?” Jiang Meili said sternly.
“How could it be just me traveling alone? Several experts from the Qingyun Sect will also be accompanying us, so nothing will happen!” Lu Fan stated directly.
“Didn’t you just express dissatisfaction with Long Yi earlier?” Lin Ke frowned. “Why do you want her to accompany you now?”
“I’m afraid she wouldn’t be safe by your side. As long as I’m here, she won’t be able to harm you!” Lu Fan said with a faint smile.
“It seems Mr. Lu still doesn’t trust me!”
Long Yi forced a wry smile. “Since that’s the case, I’d better not stay, lest people gossip.”
“That’s not what I meant. I simply want Miss Long to take care of my daily life. It won’t cause any misunderstandings for Miss Long!” Lu Fan chuckled. “I believe Miss Long won’t refuse.”
“If that’s the case, then I’ll accompany you,” Long Yi shrugged. “After all, Mr. Lu has invited me so kindly. If I were to refuse, wouldn’t that be rather ungracious!”
“Then thank you!”
Lu Fan cupped his fists, his expression appearing even more indifferent. In his eyes, this matter was not a big deal.
Lin Ke stood by the side, somewhat displeased. Lu Fan was a man, and Long Yi was a woman. If sparks were to fly between them and something happened, it would be hard to say.
However, Lu Fan had no intention of backing down. If he were to leave the capital, it would be too dangerous for Long Yi to remain by Lin Ke’s side. He would never allow such a thing to happen.
After Lu Fan left the room, Lin Ke looked at Long Yi. “If you’re unwilling, I’ll reject it for you right now!”
“There’s nothing to be unwilling about. Lord Lu is no ordinary person. I am naturally willing to accompany him and take care of his daily needs,” Long Yi said with a smile.
Lin Ke frowned slightly and couldn’t say much more. Long Yi was brought in by him, and now that Lu Fan made such a request, it was not unreasonable, especially since Long Yi did not reject it.
When Long Yi returned to her room, Jiang Meili asked in astonishment, “How do I feel like this Long Yi is different from the one on the street today? Could she have feelings for Lord Lu?”
“I believe in Little Fan. He won’t do anything to betray me!”
Lin Ke said seriously. “It should be fine. Don’t overthink it!”
“I’m not overthinking it! When the time comes for a fiery encounter, you’ll be the one regretting it!” Jiang Meili shot him a glare.
“Since I chose to save him, I won’t doubt him!”
Lin Ke stated directly. “My complexion has become much paler recently. I don’t know what’s happening! But for some reason, my own strength has also increased quite a bit!”
“Really? There’s such a thing?”
Jiang Meili exclaimed. “Could you have activated some talent and stepped into the martial path?”
“I’ve been frail since I was young. How could I possibly step into the martial path!”
Lin Ke gave a wry smile. “As for what’s happening, I’m not too sure either. But I’ve indeed been too tired recently, and I need to rest well!”
Jiang Meili nodded slightly, not wanting to say more. Not long after, she left.
Meanwhile, in Lu Fan’s room, after receiving Lu Fan’s instructions, Han Yunhai quickly cupped his fists. “I’ll bring my men tonight to investigate the matter. When Your Excellency arrives at Donghai City, you can head straight there!”
“There’s no need to be in such a hurry!”
Lu Fan waved his hand. “We have plenty of time for this trip to Donghai City. Moreover, with the alliance of numerous countries, the Cangqiong Kingdom dares not act rashly, and the Long Kingdom is also quite stable. You don’t need to rush things.”
“Everything is as Your Excellency commands!” Han Yunhai said quickly, cupping his fists.
As it was late at night, Lu Fan was preparing to sleep when there was a knock on the door. Long Yi entered Lu Fan’s bedroom, carrying a plate of fruit.
“Why did you come in?” Lu Fan glanced at her. “It’s so late at night!”
“I couldn’t sleep tonight and specially prepared a plate of fruit. I saw that Mr. Lu’s room light was still on, so I specially brought this over,” Long Yi said with a light smile.
“You played your part very well today. Even I couldn’t see through it!”
Lu Fan smiled faintly. “However, anything that is faked will have a slight flaw. I was still a bit suspicious earlier, but now I’m quite clear!”
“Mr. Lu still suspects me!” Long Yi gave a wry smile. “I’m just an unfortunate child. Why must Mr. Lu be like this?”
“I don’t know your purpose in approaching me, but it should be related to Canglong Academy, right?”
Lu Fan shrugged his shoulders, looking at Long Yi. If what he said was true, Long Yi would be extremely dangerous, possibly even an elite assassin. Su Dan Fiction Network.
“What is Canglong Academy?”
Long Yi looked astonished. “I have no idea about these things. Mr. Lu, please be careful! You can’t wrongly accuse a good person!”
“I’m not wrongly accusing anyone!”
Lu Fan sneered. “Don’t think I don’t know. Your purpose in approaching me is to get this Starfall Stone, isn’t it!”
Lu Fan directly brought the Starfall Stone to the bedside. “If you want it, take it. But you must tell me about Canglong Academy!”
Looking at the Starfall Stone in Lu Fan’s hand, Long Yi’s expression shifted slightly. She hadn’t expected Lu Fan to have such audacity, even showing it so openly.
However, as the eldest disciple of Canglong Academy, she had finally managed to leave the academy. If she handed over the Starfall Stone now, she would have to report back to the academy. She didn’t want to complete her mission so soon, otherwise, she wouldn’t have a chance to come out and enjoy herself again.
With this thought, Long Yi smiled and said, “Mr. Lu, you’ve misunderstood. It’s just an ordinary stone. What would I want it for!”