Chapter 87 Xiao Zhan's Worries
"But since Young Master Mo Feng already knows about this matter, and he came here on his own initiative, what is his purpose?
Could it be that he wants to turn against me?
Does he want to hold the Xiao family accountable?
But judging from the current situation, it doesn't seem like that.
" Xiao Zhan had countless doubts in his mind. However, now that Xiao Feng had already spoken frankly, he could no longer hide it, he would truly be ungrateful.
"Please forgive me, Young Master Mo Feng. Xiao Zhan was only thinking of the Xiao family. However, I am truly indebted to you in this matter, and I apologize to you here." With that, he bowed to Xiao Feng.
Even with Xiao Zhan's composure, he couldn't remain calm about such a grand gesture towards someone younger than himself. He felt an indescribable bitterness in his heart, but there was nothing he could do. He had indeed done something wrong, and if he angered Xiao Feng or even the forces behind him, the Xiao family would be in danger!
Xiao Feng didn't have any other thoughts about Xiao Zhan's gesture and accepted the generous gift without hesitation. In Xiao Zhan's eyes, Xiao Feng was a junior, but in Xiao Feng's eyes, Xiao Zhan was the junior, so he didn't feel anything was wrong about it.
After doing all this, Xiao Zhan continued, "The Xiao family is just a small family, and we don't have any precious treasures to compensate you, young master. So, young master Mo Feng, you can stay in the Xiao family and wander around freely. All expenses incurred by you during this period will be borne by the Xiao family. In addition, the Xiao family's market will be open to you. If you see anything you like, just go and take it."
After saying this, Xiao Zhan's face was full of pain. He knew that his casual words would come at a huge price. If they were all realized, the Xiao family's annual income might not be enough!
But now that things have come to this, there is nothing he can do. If he had any doubts about Xiao Feng's identity before, those last doubts have now been dispelled. He was able to sense those guards, so his strength must be above four-star Dou Zhe. Only the heirs of powerful forces and families could reach such a level at his age.
Moreover, even if special circumstances arose, Xiao Feng's strength wasn't particularly high. He only managed to detect the surveillance of the guards by using special methods or treasures. Even so, someone who possesses such methods and treasures is certainly not an ordinary person! Coupled with his previous actions, he is undoubtedly from a powerful family!
That's why he tried his best to make amends to Xiao Feng, hoping to change his opinion of the Xiao family and restore their relationship. Otherwise, if the other party were to become enraged or even use this as an excuse to cause trouble, the Xiao family would be absolutely unable to withstand it! The Xiao family might even face annihilation as a result!
"Please rest assured, Clan Chief Xiao Zhan, Mo Feng understands this approach. After all, it's only human nature, and Clan Chief Xiao Zhan need not worry so much. Mo Feng's visit is not to hold anyone accountable or anything else, but simply to prevent anyone from secretly observing my daily life."
"As for the compensation, let's forget about it. Mo Feng doesn't lack anything. Right now, the Xiao family needs people and money. I appreciate the sentiment, but let's keep the compensation for the Xiao family to develop and grow stronger."
Hearing Xiao Feng's words, Xiao Zhan breathed a sigh of relief. Now all his worries would not come true. The worried look on his face instantly turned into a smile. The speed of his change was probably something that even those who specialize in learning face-changing techniques would admire!
"Young Master Mo Feng's magnanimity is beyond my comprehension, and I feel ashamed! Since you understand, I will not explain further. However, the Xiao family is determined to provide these compensations as an apology to you. I hope you will not refuse. If you do not accept them, I will not be able to eat or sleep properly!"
Hearing Xiao Zhan's words and seeing the sincere expression on his face, with his ability to judge people, he could naturally see that this was a genuine expression of Xiao Zhan's feelings, not just polite formalities. Therefore, he also knew that if he didn't accept anything today, it would probably really make him restless, just as Xiao Zhan said.
In fact, Xiao Zhan had his reasons for doing this. He didn't necessarily have to compensate Xiao Feng; in fact, he had to, understand? Even if this compensation might be the entire income of the Xiao family for a year, even if this compensation was too devastating for the Xiao family at present.
Although Xiao Feng said he didn't care about the matter and wouldn't pursue it, he couldn't really believe that it was all over.
These compensations can be seen as an apology, and if Xiao Feng accepts them, it proves that he has truly let go of the matter and will not pursue it further. After all, one is bound to be obligated to accept gifts, and having already received compensation, why would he make a big fuss over it? That wouldn't sound good if word got out. Therefore, only if Xiao Feng truly accepts the Xiao family's apology gifts can he show that he genuinely doesn't care about this matter, and only then can Xiao Zhan truly feel at ease.
Although Xiao Feng didn't know what Xiao Zhan was thinking, he could roughly guess. With his experience and knowledge, Xiao Zhan in front of him was like a blank sheet of paper.
"Alright, then I won't refuse any longer." Despite saying this, Xiao Feng had no intention of taking anything from the Xiao family. He was only doing this to put Xiao Zhan's mind at ease. As for the Xiao family and all their possessions, how could Xiao Feng possibly be interested in their things? Even if he were, he wouldn't lack those few gold coins.
As expected, Xiao Zhan felt relieved after hearing Xiao Feng's reply. Although he had not known Xiao Feng for long, he felt that Xiao Feng was a gentleman. Now that he had accepted the Xiao family's apology, he was sure that the matter would not be pursued further, just as Xiao Feng had said.
"This matter is finally resolved, but I just can't completely trust this suddenly appearing Young Master Mo Feng. How can I let him live in the Xiao family with peace of mind? Should I kick him out? But that would be a despicable act, and it would offend Young Master Mo Feng and the forces behind him. What should I do!"
Thinking about all this, the joy that had just risen in my heart vanished, replaced by deep worry.
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