He paused, then continued, "Everyone remembers the immense kindness you have shown our city. This gift also represents everyone's gratitude toward you."
After hearing this, Chen Xiaofan no longer declined. He knew this was the City Lord and the children's sincere intention.
Since this was a farewell banquet, the atmosphere throughout the feast was exceptionally solemn, and the City Lord appeared heavy-hearted.
After all, his Benefactor was about to leave. No matter what, he was somewhat reluctant to part with him.
After the meal, the City Lord slowly rose to his feet and took out an exquisite Red Wooden Box from behind him.
This Wooden Box had clearly been painstakingly crafted from sandalwood, and its value was beyond estimation. One could imagine that whatever it held had to be exceedingly precious.
"Benefactor, the children have all prepared gifts for you. Naturally, my wife and I cannot be left behind. Inside is a gift we specially prepared. Please, Benefactor, you must accept it." The City Lord smiled faintly, his tone firm.
Yet rather than calling it a gift, it was really more like a token of thanks. He secretly worried that if he did not call it a gift, would Benefactor be willing to accept it?
After all, Benefactor had repeatedly saved his entire family from dire straits. He could never forget such great kindness. Moreover, he had to express the gratitude in his heart through practical action, so that he could feel somewhat at ease.
"Benefactor, this is a small token from the two of us. Please be sure to accept it. If you refuse, we will be terribly saddened." The City Lord's Wife smiled as she spoke gently.
Seeing the sincere expressions on the City Lord and his wife's faces, Chen Xiaofan smiled slightly and answered frankly, "Since you