A few traces of a smile appeared on Xie Xuan'an's face as he praised, "Good! You truly cut a fine figure! You rendered great service this time. As Alliance Leader, I will certainly seek due credit for you!"
Hearing this, Chen Ye hurriedly put on an overwhelmed expression and said, "Alliance Leader, you flatter me! This subordinate was merely fortunate enough to encounter Yuan Muzhi while he was seriously wounded, and only managed to succeed by luck.
"How could this subordinate's true abilities possibly compare with those of the Alliance Leader and the honored gentlemen? I truly dare not claim credit!"
Seeing how modest he was, Xie Xuan'an's eyes flashed with a hint of surprise. "Luck is also part of one's strength. Marquis of Fei, do not be overly modest. This credit is yours, and yours alone!"
Cui Changfeng, watching from the side, interjected at just the right moment. "Though Marquis of Fei came from humble origins, he is a rare talent. He is certain to accomplish great things in the future."
Xie Xuan'an smiled. "Naturally. At such a young age, Marquis of Fei already possesses such courage and insight. His future prospects are limitless."
Hearing this, everyone else chimed in as well, praising Chen Ye for being young and promising.
For a time, the banquet was filled with words of praise.
When the celebration banquet had passed its halfway point, the trusted aide Xie Xuan'an had sent to search for Sun Bo'an finally hurried back.
Without drawing attention, he approached Xie Xuan'an and whispered, "Young Master... bad news! Elder Sun... Elder Sun... he is dead!"
Xie Xuan'an's expression changed drastically. Instinctively, he looked at Chen Ye.
Chen Ye's senses were exceptionally sharp, and he immediately noticed Xie Xuan'an's gaze.
In that instant, he felt as though a venomous snake