"So it's settled. You two will go to Laine Town tomorrow."
Judging by Andrew's words, he seed unlikely to send anyone else along.
Ning Fan couldn't help but ask, "Andrew Duke, just the two of us?"
"Yes."
"What about Alice's safety?"
Andrew feigned surprise, "Isn't she with you? Who could possibly harm my precious daughter, or are you thinking of sitting back and watch?"
"That's not what I ant, it's just..."
Saying this, Ning Fan didn't quite know how to explain.
William seed to have picked up on sothing and smiled, "Don't worry. Private battles are forbidden in Laine Town, or you'll face eviction and pursuit. Even those from the Sanctuary of Light must obey those rules."
"If that's the case, then I'm relieved."
Ning Fan nodded, realizing that Andrew must have complete confidence in ensuring his daughter's safety.
As long as they're not trapped in so dead end, with the Blood Clan's speed, Alice could smoothly escape or wait for Blood Clan rescue if danger arose.
Initially, Ning Fan's concern was the terrain. If soone blocked them in Laine Town, Ning Fan couldn't guarantee Alice's safety.
"That old sly fox is clearly creating an opportunity. He didn't even allow Alice to bring a bodyguard."
Looking at Alice, Ning Fan sighed internally, "Too bad I'm not her type."
At that mont, Alice said, "Daddy, I'll go with Ning Fan to buy so gifts first."
"Of course, you can. Take your ti, no rush to co back; there's plenty of ti."
Andrew squinted his eyes with a smile, but beneath his soft features lurked a chilling presence.
Murphy had already reported that everything was settled.
The human who dared deceive his daughter was now enduring the punishnt he deserved.
The world no longer knew of Adams, but it had gained a disheveled, street-wandering holess man.
Watching Ning Fan and Alice leave, William said gravely, "I'll make a trip to the castle, what about you?"
"Just like you."
Andrew nodded, then chuckled, "If Ning Fan can enter the Supre Committee, it'd be great news for both our families."
"Originally, all of this should have been exclusive to the Philip Family."
William comnted quietly, then turned angry, "But you're such a shaless old fox, you got involved and even used your daughter, absolutely shaless old bastard."
"I'm shaless? I think you're the shaless one. What's going on with those new Blood Clan mbers?"
Finished speaking, Andrew squinted with a cheeky grin, "A dignified Blood Clan Duke participating personally, if word got out..."
"You..."
This remark hit William's sore spot, blackening his face instantly.
Andrew was right; if this got out, he'd have no choice but to cleanse the Philip Family's sha with his death.
"What did I say wrong... Ah! You old coot actually dare to hit!"
"Hit you, I will!"
"Still hitting, now you're serious... who's afraid of who!"
What ensued looked like two street punks duking it out with foolish punches.
The final result of this street brawl was William's victory, who had once been a soldier.
Both Grand Dukes lay panting heavily on the ground with bruised noses and faces.
Elegant mages were truly unfit for physical work.
Though they didn't unleash powerful magic, the magic-infused fist strikes were still formidable.
As William's magic power flowed through his body, his bruises disappeared instantly.
"Albert, co in. I have things to instruct you."
"Murphy, you co too."
...
"Where to now? The mall?"
Alice gently requested, "Can we go sowhere else first?"
"Sure thing."
The two stepped out of the elevator and headed straight for the hotel's entrance, and Ning Fan sensed Alice's plan. Otherwise, they should be heading to the parking lot, not standing here hailing a cab.
"Hey! Those four Viscounts didn't follow."
Seeing this, Ning Fan chuckled, naturally, understanding it was Andrew's instruction.
"This little girl is too naive. She knew about the four bodyguards but thought she could hide from Andrew."
Ning Fan didn't grasp the real story.
Social activities served as a kind of training, and Andrew wouldn't limit his daughter in this aspect.
Alice's nervousness was purely guilty-minded, worried her affection for a human would be discovered by her father.
"Hey! Is this your girlfriend, bro? Wow! She's as pretty as a Hollywood star..."
Listening to the driver babble on, Ning Fan was speechless.
During his few rides in Arica, Ning Fan found that every driver was a chatterbox, bantering tirelessly about anything and everything, especially the blacks, with their rhythmic banter that felt almost musical.
"Wonder what Bick is up to now. Did he literally run out of luck?"
Thinking of certain images gave Ning Fan the chills.
Looking at the black driver, Ning Fan asked curiously, "Do you know a black guy nad Bick, he seems to work for the sa cab company as you."
"Bick? You an that coward Bick, of course, I know him, we're best buddies. Are you Bick's friend?"
Hearing that nickna, Ning Fan knew they were talking about the sa person.
"Kind of friends. Haven't t in a while."
"Bro, you wouldn't believe it, Bick that dog food raised, hit the jackpot..."
Listening to the black driver ramble, Ning Fan finally understood,
Within just a few days, Bick had beco a legend in their black community, envied by everyone.
Every day wine and feast, songs and dances, surrounded by beauties, most importantly, he beca a guest of the Wild Wolves Gang, instantly becoming soone of significance.
"That lucky guy. This ti he really struck gold. Why don't I ever et such a benefactor..."
"Benefactor?"
"Yeah. This guy got lucky, t a benefactor who hired him for driving, supposedly a bigwig even the Wild Wolves Gang would cozy up to, so this guy enjoys the good life..."
"So just like that, I'm the benefactor huh."
Realizing this, Ning Fan's nose twitched, feeling like slapping this chatterbox to death.
"Hah..."
Seeing Alice covering her mouth and giggling, Ning Fan was utterly embarrassed.
At that mont, the driver turned around, flashing a bright white smile, "Hey bro, we're here."
"Here's your money."
With a face full of frustration, Ning Fan couldn't help but think anyone called a benefactor to his face might harbor murderous thoughts.
"No need. You're Bick's friend, so you're my friend too, Zabi. I'm heading to the airport, hoping to et a generous benefactor myself..."
In a puff of exhaust, only Ning Fan remained lost.
"Alice, tomorrow let's drive to Las Vegas, can't keep my driver idle."
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