Chapter 97

Actually, there wasn't much to say. Fang Er, whose real name was Fang Ming, was the second son of the current head of the Fang family, one of the four major families in the Xia Kingdom. He was as famous as Lin Fan and was one of the four young masters who once dominated Yang'an. However, Fang Ming and Lin Fan had always been at odds, and everyone in the upper echelons of Yang'an society knew this. They had competed countless times, whether it was street racing, competing for women, gambling, or even fighting over parking spots... These two were evenly matched, each with their wins and losses. The last confrontation was over three years ago, half a month before Lin Fan was expelled from his family. The two had a horse race. That time, Lin Fan won 5 million yuan from Fang Ming. After winning the money, Lin Fan couldn't help but mock Fang Ming, who couldn't swallow this humiliation and kept thinking of ways to get back at him. However, before he could make a move, the Lin family experienced a major upheaval. The news spread throughout Yang'an City: Lin Zhen Tian had died suddenly, Bai Ling Xuan was imprisoned, and Lin Fan was expelled from the Lin family, becoming a discarded pawn. Upon hearing this news, Fang Ming was overjoyed. He immediately gathered Fang Yuan and a few lackeys to search for Lin Fan, intending to teach him a lesson, but they couldn't find him. Eventually, the matter was dropped.

A few days ago, Fang Yuan reported that Lin Fan's whereabouts had been discovered in Longcheng. Fang Ming had never forgotten his grudge against Lin Fan and immediately sent Fang Yuan to Longcheng to teach Lin Fan a lesson, reclaim the money, and bring the little girl by Lin Fan's side back.

After listening to Fang Yuan's account, Lin Fan crossed his fingers and rested his chin on them, squinting his eyes. In a low, deep voice, he said, "I want him dead."

Lin Fan's cold words made Fang Yuan feel the temperature around him drop. He shuddered and hurriedly said, "Master, absolutely not! Fang Ming must not be killed!"

Lin Fan snorted and raised his head to ask, "Why can't he be killed?"

Fang Yuan countered, "How much do you know about the four major families?"

Lin Fan frowned and said, "I only know that the four major families have been around for hundreds of years, with members holding key positions in politics, the military, law enforcement, and business. They also have many affiliated families across the country, making them very powerful. As for how powerful, I'm not sure."

At this point, Lin Fan couldn't help but feel disappointed in the original owner of this body. He had lived in the Lin family for over twenty years but only knew which way the main gate faced. He was clueless about everything else, and it was hard to understand how he had survived. Even the Lin family's servants knew more about the family than he did.

Fang Yuan explained, "Master, none of the four major families are to be underestimated. Besides their overt power and status, they all cultivate a formidable force of martial artists. This is the fundamental reason why the four major families have stood for hundreds of years. As far as I know, the Fang family has an Elder Council with at least ten elders, and the minimum requirement to enter the council is to reach the Qi Jing realm in martial arts!"

"What?" Lin Fan was surprised by this news. It seemed that the Fang family had at least ten Qi Jing masters, and this was just what Fang Yuan, a distant relative, knew. Given Fang Yuan's status in the Fang family, he definitely couldn't access the core. Therefore, the Fang family likely had Martial Arts Grandmasters, and not just one. Lin Fan was currently at the mid-stage of the Qi Lian realm, equivalent to a Martial Arts Grandmaster. Even if he were invincible at his level, being surrounded by multiple Martial Arts Grandmasters would still be dangerous. It was indeed unwise to make an enemy of the Fang family.

If it were the old Lin Fan, he would have killed Fang Ming regardless of the danger. But now, things were different. He had someone to care for, and his once unbreakable heart now had a soft spot. Because of Qiqi, Lin Fan wouldn't easily put himself in danger.

The Lin family, with such a strong foundation, wouldn't be so easily defeated. The fact that the family head could die mysteriously in the family's stronghold was simply impossible. But since it had happened, there was only one explanation: someone in the Lin family had colluded with outsiders to harm the family head!

No matter who you are, I, Lin Fan, will expose you, clear my father's name, and restore my mother's honor!

Fang Yuan's few words made Lin Fan understand many things.

Thinking about this, Lin Fan raised his head and said, "Since that's the case, let him live a few more days."

Fang Yuan bowed and said, "Master, you are wise."

Lin Fan waved his hand and said, "Don't call me Master anymore. I don't like it. Just call me Young Master Lin."

"Yes, Young Master Lin," Fang Yuan said respectfully. "Young Master Lin, from now on, I will follow you, serving you loyally. I will do whatever you command."

Lin Fan shook his head lightly and said, "No, staying by my side won't be useful. Go back to the Fang family and stay close to Fang Er. This way, you can provide me with timely information about any movements in the Fang family."

Regardless of whether the Fang family is involved in Lin Zhen Tian's death, just the grudge between Fang Ming and Lin Fan almost guarantees that they will be enemies in the future. Fang Yuan, controlled by the Soul Capture Talisman, would be absolutely loyal to Lin Fan and fearless, making him the perfect spy.

Once Lin Fan had the absolute strength, he would return to Yang'an, uncover the truth, and settle his scores. At that time, Fang Yuan might play a crucial role.

Fang Yuan, without any hesitation or resistance, immediately agreed, "Yes, Young Master Lin. From now on, I will be your eyes and ears in the Fang family, closely monitoring their every move."

"Good," Lin Fan nodded and added, "Besides keeping an eye on Fang Er, you have a more important task. Investigate secretly whether the Fang family is involved in my father's death and see if anyone in the Lin family is close to the Fang family. Report any findings to me immediately."

"Yes, Young Master Lin."

Lin Fan asked, "Do you know how to explain this to them when you return?"

Fang Yuan's face broke into a confident smile, "Young Master Lin, don't worry. Fang Ming is just a spoiled brat, easy to fool."

"Good, then that's settled. Remember my phone number and call me if you have any findings," Lin Fan said, "185****2781."

Fang Yuan took out his phone, entered Lin Fan's number, and saved it as a contact, noting it as L. He then called Lin Fan.

Lin Fan hung up, saved Fang Yuan's number as a contact, and noted it as F.

After doing this, Lin Fan said, "Alright, you can return to Yang'an. Be careful and don't rush to accomplish what I've asked. Make sure not to expose yourself."

"Fang Yuan understands."

Fang Yuan nodded, backed out of the villa, and then turned to leave.

After Fang Yuan left, Lin Fan sat on the sofa, looking out the window, lost in thought.