Zhao Ying looked at Zhao Shuo, who stood rigidly in place, and could not help sighing inwardly. A trace of helplessness showed in his eyes.
"Daoist, I'm entrusting Shuo'er to you. I humbly ask that you protect him at all costs..."
The smile on Su Fan's face remained unchanged as he chuckled.
"Rest assured. Since I've accepted this task, I'll certainly bring him out of the 'Archaic Secret Realm' without a scratch. I guarantee he won't lose a single hair..."
Zhao Ying's heart was filled with disdain, and he could not help curling his lips inwardly.
Whether you'll even be alive by then is still unknown. Who knows how many forces are currently salivating over the Zhao Family's precious entry slot to the 'Archaic Secret Realm'?
Although those people wouldn't dare lay a hand on Shuo'er lightly, they certainly wouldn't show you any mercy.
However, Zhao Ying ultimately endured his displeasure, cupped his hands toward Su Fan in salute, then turned and slowly left the courtyard.
After Zhao Ying departed, more than a dozen maids emerged from various corners of the courtyard.
When they saw Zhao Shuo standing rigidly in place, unable to move, looks of horror immediately appeared on their faces. Their eyes were filled with worry and confusion.
The beautiful maid leading them first glanced at Zhao Shuo with concern, then gathered her courage and walked up to Su Fan, respectfully bowing.
"This junior pays respects to the Heavenly Venerable. We..."
Before she could finish, Su Fan impatiently waved his hand, cutting her off.
"From now on, I call the shots here. Whatever I tell you to do, go do it immediately..."
The maid hurriedly nodded upon hearing this, then cautiously asked, "Then Young Master Shuo..."
Su Fan glanced at Zhao Shuo, who remained frozen there, and said