Chapter 75

"There's no need, no need. You're in college now, who would live in your room? Xinxia is better off staying with your aunt. We big men can't take good care of her. I give your aunt money every month... Speaking of which, you gave me a card with about a hundred thousand, plus the eighty thousand I've earned from driving over the years, that makes two hundred thousand. We can buy a magic tool or something. I heard this thing is very important for mages," Mo Jiaxing continued.

"Magic tool, I have one!"

"Oh, oh, I forgot. You got a magic tool from Zhan Kong. Speaking of which, you really made your father proud. I've heard the old hunters at the post station talk about that incident countless times!" When it came to this matter, Mo Jiaxing's face was full of pride, though he didn't realize it had been a year.

"Tomorrow, I will go to the Mu Family Manor to duel a mage named Yu Ang," Mo Fan said seriously to Mo Jiaxing.

"I know, I know. I've asked some of the elders in the Mu Family to persuade Yu Ang to go easy on you. After all, you're just there to add some color to his coming-of-age ceremony. It's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to showcase yourself in front of so many influential figures in Bocheng. How did you come up with such a brilliant idea to stand out... But next time, don't offend Old Master Mu again. He was still upset about the incident with Ningxue. You really did something, almost running off with another family's precious daughter at such a young age!" Mo Jiaxing said.

Regarding that incident, Mo Jiaxing didn't blame Mo Fan.

At the time, Mo Fan was just a few years old, and it was normal for him to do some foolish things. Moreover, the problem wasn't entirely on his son's side; the issue was that the other family's influence was too great.

Sigh, if Mu Ningxue were just an ordinary girl, he would have another daughter-in-law. This brat has no other skills, but he's exceptionally good at luring girls, even at a young age.

This magic duel, Mo Jiaxing saw as a tremendous opportunity.

Many children with better conditions were eager to appear at this grand coming-of-age ceremony, even if it meant being a mere supporting act for Yu Ang, which was an unparalleled honor. Mo Fan, this introverted youth, had a great opportunity. He just hoped Mo Fan wouldn't be too arrogant and actually think of winning. The other family has deep roots; being a supporting act or a minor character is more than enough. If Yu Ang really becomes a big figure in Bocheng in the future, at least there will be a "fought with him" reputation!

"Dad, I can win!" Mo Fan said sincerely.

"Don't be too arrogant, don't be too arrogant. I'm already very satisfied with your current achievements," Mo Jiaxing said, patting Mo Fan's shoulder with a smile.

Mo Fan was puzzled by Mo Jiaxing's attitude.

Why do you all think I'm just there to be cannon fodder?

...

The Mu Family's invitation was sent out early, and the entire Mu Family Manor was filled with distinguished guests. The workers living around the manor were busy, even removing a single weed from a flower bed.

Mu Zhuoyun had put a lot of effort into this coming-of-age ceremony, making it known throughout Bocheng.

Mo Fan had been puzzled before, why Mu Zhuoyun had arranged for him to duel Yu Ang. It turned out the old fox had planned it all along, to add a grand highlight to their grand banquet.

Just eating and drinking would be boring. Watching the young people fight was much better. Not only would it publicly deal with Mo Fan, this gutter rat, but it would also bring great honor to the Mu Family. Why not?

To be honest, Mo Fan really didn't expect Mu Zhuoyun to make such a big deal out of it.

As Principal Zhu and Deng Kai said, this was a showdown between the scions of noble families and school students in Bocheng.

Mo Fan was now the top student at Tianlan Magic High School. Even if he hadn't offended Old Master Mu, he would likely have ended up in a fight with a noble family's scion.

Fine, let's settle all old and new grudges at once!

"Old bastard, the bigger you make this, the more I'll make you lose face!!!" Mo Fan stood in front of the old house, looking up at the brightly lit and festively decorated Mu Family Manor, a cold smile on his face.

...

At the manor, Mu Zuoyun sneezed for no reason.

Sitting in the tea room, he stroked his mustache, looking proudly at Mu Ningxue, who had returned early for the summer vacation.

"Originally, this coming-of-age ceremony was meant for you, but I didn't expect you to be far more outstanding than we imagined. Little Bocheng is no longer a place for you to compete. This coming-of-age ceremony is for Yu Ang, who is devoted to our family and can be a strong ally for you and the scions of other noble families!" Mu Zhuoyun said.

For this daughter, he, Mu Zhuoyun, had put a lot of effort.

"Why do you still hold a grudge against him? Even if you need a legitimate reason for Yu Ang to get the opportunity to reach the Sacred Spring, you could have chosen someone else," Mu Ningxue finally couldn't help but speak.

Mu Ningxue was, of course, referring to Mo Fan.

"That little bastard insulted me in front of so many people. How could I let him off easily? Isn't he so proud and thinks he's so great? What's wrong with giving him such a perfect opportunity? I've already arranged it. You just need to watch from the side," Mu Zhuoyun's expression changed when it came to this matter.

Still protecting that brat even now?

Mu Zhuoyun couldn't understand why she wouldn't even bother to chat with any of the many outstanding scions of noble families, but cared about a poor brat who was all talk and no talent.

"Tell Yu Ang to know his limits!" Mu Ningxue knew her father wouldn't back down, so she set her own boundary.

"Don't worry, I know my limits. I just want this ignorant brat to understand that the dignity he had back then, which I trampled, was nothing. Tomorrow, he will understand that being utterly defeated in front of everyone is what it means to lose face!" Mu Zhuoyun couldn't help but laugh.

Little brat, you're playing with me, Mu Zhuoyun. When I was making waves in Bocheng, you were still in your mother's womb.

I, Mu Zhuoyun, can make you never hold your head up in Bocheng again!