"Come on, you guys go buy some things. Let's celebrate properly today. I'm going to the bank now to withdraw my savings. I wonder how much interest I've accumulated over the years!" Chen Fan said loudly.
"Oh..." They were naturally happy to hear that everyone was still alive, and they would definitely have a feast to celebrate;
Chen Fan took his two children out and went to a bank in a nearby town.
"I'm sorry, Mr. Chen Fan, but since you haven't appeared for many years and we received news of your death from the Magic Council, your account has been closed."
"What do you mean? So you're saying I have no money left? That your bank swallowed all my money?" Chen Fan shouted, slamming his fist on the table.
"No, sir! Because you have been building orphanages and nursing homes, as well as various charitable causes, all this money has been spent in your name on these causes, and people are very grateful for your great kindness."
Speechless, Chen Fan turned around, squatted down, and bit his thumb with some frustration, whispering to his two children, "Should we just take this place?"
The bank clerk was startled upon hearing this, his body trembling uncontrollably. He had heard of Chen Fan Daimyo; he was known as the Strongest Man in Fereor. Although it was seven years ago, if Chen Fan were to unleash his power, it wouldn't be something they, as lowly employees, could stop.
Wells and Alice exchanged a glance, both understanding each other's thoughts. "Dad's really gone crazy with poverty this time, he's even robbing a bank!"
"Dad, didn't you say you still had quite a few men?"
"Subordinates? So many years have passed, everyone says they've all disappeared. Dad's various chain stores have all become privately owned," Chen Fan said helplessly.
"Then go to the ghost first. Don't you think there is still 50 million J in mental damage fees? ≮Alternative:≯ヵ≮Alternative:р≯
"That's right!" Chen Fan clapped his hands, asked around, and arrived at the Phantom Lord. However, the place was deserted, with a note left on the door that read, "Guild disbanded! Don't miss us!" Suddenly, a gust of wind blew, carrying the note into the sky.
The three men stared at each other, dumbfounded. "Yes! The bank is the right choice!" Chen Fan shouted loudly. Everyone around turned to look. Who was so audacious as to shout "rob a bank" in public? Was they crazy?
"Please...! Then all the reputation you worked so hard to build up will be gone. A good reputation is the most important thing these days."
When Chen Fan returned empty-handed, he found everyone already prepared and waiting for him.
Chen Fan suddenly felt incredibly awkward, unsure of what to say, especially when he saw the expectant looks in the guild members' eyes. No! Those didn't seem like expectant looks; Chen Fan recognized those looks—mockery, pure mockery.
"Hahahaha... I can't take it anymore! I can't stand it!"
"Chen Fan's expression is so funny...!"
"Yes! This is the first time in my life I've ever seen him with that expression!"
"Hahaha..."
"No... my stomach hurts a little, haha... oh no."
The Fairy Tail members were all slapping the table and laughing, which left Chen Fan somewhat bewildered. What was wrong with everyone? Why were they so happy?
"Slap...!" Macao laughed as he walked over to Chen Fan and patted Chen Fan on the shoulder. It took him a while to straighten up again before he spoke, "We knew you'd come back empty-handed. It's been seven years. While not much has changed on your side, a lot has changed here. We knew your money in the bank was divided up a long time ago. It's no wonder the Phantom Lord ran away when they knew you were coming back; after all, they're just a small guild."
"Yeah, but Chen Fan, your embarrassed expression is so funny. It's been so many years, more than ten years, hasn't it!"
"Hehe, Chen Fan's predicament of being broke is quite amusing."
"Back then, we worked hard Tenten doing quests, while you were out there having a good time, chatting with pretty girls. We've always felt resentful about that."
"From now on, you'll only be able to do missions!"
"Go and accept the quest obediently, you bastard!"
"The days of the rich, handsome, and successful man are over!"