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Wu Lingshuang was clearly much more talkative than before, teasing him:

"When I saw you at the border city back then, you were only a Fourth Turn Martial Master. Who would have thought you'd change so much in such a short time?

"When I heard of your reputation on the front lines, I thought you were merely someone who shared the same name. It was only after asking around that I learned it really was you."

As she spoke, her tone carried a trace of genuine emotion.

Li Xiao smiled as well, but he knew better than anyone that everything he had today had been fought for step by step through his own efforts.

Wu Lingshuang continued:

"My cultivation has improved somewhat too. I've started taking over more of the affairs in the Military Governor's residence.

"Father intends for me to take over his responsibilities."

Li Xiao was slightly taken aback, though he was not overly surprised.

Wu Lingshuang was indeed outstanding. Whether in Martial Dao talent or her ability to handle affairs, she was a cut above her peers.

He asked:

"What about your other brothers? Can they accept that?"

Wu Lingshuang smiled, her tone carrying a touch of certainty and composure:

"What can they do even if they're unwilling? Other than my second brother, the rest are all mediocre.

"Though my second brother has made some achievements in the Martial Dao, he knows nothing about strategy or governance. He can't shoulder the burden of an entire prefecture."

Li Xiao smiled and cupped his hands. "Then congratulations, future Military Governor."

Wu Lingshuang waved her hand. She was not coy about it, though her tone held a trace of sincerity:

"It isn't what I want. It's simply what fate has decreed.

"If I had a choice, I'd rather live carefree