Kyuxiaoyong watched Qu Honghai, "Commander, we can't go back immediately now. We should stay at least another one or two days to avoid giving others a chance to take advantage. If someone sees the favored one of Lord Huang, there's a fear that someone might notice him. If we go back now, those with ulterior motives will definitely think twice!"
Qu Honghai nodded in agreement, "Your words are very true, Lord Commandant. I was too hasty and didn't consider things thoroughly. You are indeed more thoughtful!"
Kyuxiaoyong shook his head, "I understand your concerns, but I also don't wish to engage in underhanded tactics. However, given my position, I cannot overlook certain aspects. Being cautious can lead to lasting success!"
The gate guardian reported, "Lord Commandant, the trusted man of the city lord is waiting outside the camp tent!"
Kyuxiaoyong nodded, "Let him in!"
Wei DeLiang greeted the Lord Commander, "I am here on behalf of the City Lord, fulfilling his command to have you lead your troops back to Yunduo City!"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at Qu Honghai upon hearing this, "Qu Deputy Commander, pass the order down to the men to prepare for the journey back to the mansion! Mr. Wei, you have been hard at work. I don't have much to offer in return, so here are a few spirit pearls for you. Please accept them as a token of my appreciation."
Wei DeLiang heard these words and felt very happy, "The Lord Commander, this was indeed something I should do. I cannot accept such a precious gift. It is only right that I return it to you without accepting any favors!"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at Wei DeLiang and replied, "Wei Administrator, you speak too modestly. The effort it took to travel from Yunduo City here, enduring hardships along the way, is indeed commendable. Please accept the token of my appreciation."
Upon hearing this, Wei DeLiang no longer refused. Since the Lord Commander insisted so firmly, he would not be disrespectful to refuse. Thank you, Lord Commander, for your generous gift!
Kyuxiaoyong laughed heartily upon hearing this, "Wei Administrator, your words are too polite. We are not strangers to each other. You don't have to stay with me. I am preparing to leave now. Send Wei Administrator out of the secret realm!"
Wei DeLiang said, "Lord Commander, please don't worry about me. I won't disturb you as you prepare. I will take my leave now!"
Kyuxiaoyong saw off Wei DeLiang and then turned to Mo Wenjie, "Brother, we're about to head back to Yunduo City. I don't know if you'd like to go back with me. If you're willing to join me, brother will arrange for your food, drink, accommodation, and transportation. And I'll also help you contact the Alchemy Association people to evaluate your alchemy skills. Whether you're a senior alchemist or an ordinary one, remember, we're brothers. If anyone bullies you in Yunduo City, just tell them that Kyuxiaoyong is your brother. See if they dare to do anything to you!"
Mo Wenjie heard these words and quickly stood up, bowing respectfully to Kyuxiaoyong, "Thank you, brother!"
Kyuxiaoyong quickly stepped forward to stop Mo Wenjie. "Brother, you're going the wrong way! You're not treating me as your own brother. If you see me as your own brother, you wouldn't be so polite with me!"
Mo Wenjie smiled and said, "Since brother has said that, from now on, I won't be polite with you anymore. In the future, as long as there's anything I can do for brother, I will definitely stick to you like a knife in the ribs and wouldn't hesitate at all!"
Kyuxiaoyong heard these words and laughed heartily. "With you saying that, we are indeed like brothers from now on!"
Mo Wenjie nodded, "Brother, you can rest assured. In the future, I will definitely follow what brother says!"
Qu Honghai walked into the tent, "Lord Commander, everything is ready. Shall we give the order to return to Yunduo City now?"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at Mo Wenjie and said, "Brother, you should go back with me. The monsters here have been hunted almost to extinction. There's nothing for you to do here. Alright, if you come back with me, I will help you refine medicines that can improve our strength. I promise I won't let you down!"
Qu Honghai didn't follow up with this comment, "Now that you are the brother of the Lord Commander, there are not many people in Yunduo City who dare to provoke you. As long as you have a reason, you don't need to fear anyone. What's bothering you? Is it because helping us refine medicines feels too taxing?"
Mo Wenjie shook his head and said calmly, "What Lord Deputy Commander Qu is saying is nonsense. It is an honor for me to be able to refine medicines for you. As long as your strength increases, my brother's position becomes more stable. I understand that logic. So, Lord Deputy Commander Qu has misunderstood my intentions!"
Qu Honghai heard these words and quickly said, "It's my fault. I should not think of it that way. I am also straightforward and quick to speak. Please don't take it to heart!"
Mo Wenjie quickly waved his hand, "Lord Deputy Commander Qu, please don't say that. We are all our own people, and there's no need for such formalities. We should help each other move forward!"
Qu Honghai nodded, "From now on, we are like a family. As long as we unite and protect the Lord Commander, no one will dare to plot against him in the future!"
Mo Wenjie nodded, "Don't worry, Lord Deputy Commander Qu. I promise that I will never let my brother be in any danger. I will keep my promise and ensure your safety!"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at them and said, "What's going on between the two of you? Does it seem that I am so fragile that I constantly need your protection? Is the Lord Commander really so weak that he can be easily defeated?"
Mo Wenjie shook his head and quickly said, "Brother, it's our fault. We didn't consider your feelings, and it's my mistake. Please scold me!"
Kyuxiaoyong heard these words and laughed heartily, "Brother, you really think that I'm angry? I was just joking with you! You two took it too seriously! Let's not talk about it anymore now. We should quickly tidy up and then we'll head back together!"
Qu Honghai nodded and said, "I will go and have them get ready to leave!"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at the two of them and said, "Both of you go ahead and prepare! I'll get ready too, and then we'll head back!"
Mo Wenjie nodded, "Actually, there's nothing much to prepare. It's just the meat of those monsters in the cave. I think it's better not to take that meat after all. There's nothing else of value."
Kyuxiaoyong waited until Mo Wenjie and Qu Honghai arrived at the tent, "Are you both ready?"
Qu Honghai and Mo Wenjie nodded.
Kyuxiaoyong said, "Let's set off for Yunduo City!"
They left the secret realm together and headed towards Yunduo City.
They returned to Yunduo City without realizing it.
Kyuxiaoyong said, "Qu Deputy Commander, take Wenjie back to the military camp. I'll go to the City Lord's mansion to report. I'll find you in the military camp later. Let's discuss finding the Alchemy Association and arranging for you to undergo a test for being a alchemist!"
Mo Wenjie nodded, "Thank you, brother for your concern. I'll wait for you to come back!"
Mo Wenjie followed Qu Honghai back to the military camp.
Kyuxiaoyong arrived at the City Lord's office.
Master Zhang saw Kyuxiaoyong and asked, "Lord Commander, what were the gains from your hunt for monsters in the secret realm?"
Kyuxiaoyong shook his head and said, "We only gained some spirit stones. Otherwise, there were no other significant gains. I even thought there would be some resources for cultivation. It turned out that we didn't find any rare medicinal materials along the way. This time, my distant cousin had to go in vain!"
Master Zhang looked at Kyuxiaoyong and said, "How is your distant cousin involved with your hunt for monsters in the secret realm, Lord Commander?"
Kyuxiaoyong looked at Master Zhang and said, "You see, Master City Lord, my distant cousin is an alchemist. I wanted him to go with me to look for some good medicinal herbs that could be used to refine some elixirs to enhance our strength!"
Master Zhang nodded and said, "I see, it's like that! What level is your distant cousin as an alchemist?"
