At this moment, Yao Xuan noticed Xiao Ding standing there in a daze.
Thus, Yao Xuan smiled faintly and said in a deep voice:
"Commander Xiao..."
"There is no need to be so alarmed. I already said that this was merely done in passing."
"As for those mercenaries outside who have fainted, I will leave them for Commander Xiao to handle. Whether they live or die is entirely up to you."
Hearing this, Xiao Ding finally came back to his senses.
He immediately clasped his hands and spoke to Yao Xuan with utmost respect.
"Th... thank you for intervening, my lord!"
Yao Xuan nodded and slowly rose to his feet. "All right..."
"Commander Xiao, I only came to Stone Desert City while passing through..."
"Moreover, Qing Lin wishes to go out and train with me, so I came here specifically to inform you two..."
As soon as Yao Xuan finished speaking, Qing Lin nodded repeatedly at his side.
Xiao Ding did not hesitate in the slightest. A smile appeared on his face.
"That truly is wonderful..."
"To be honest, Qing Lin is a pitiful child. For her to be favored by someone like you, my lord, is her good fortune..."
At this moment, Qing Lin deeply bowed to Xiao Ding and Xiao Li.
She said in a solemn voice, "Commander, Deputy Commander..."
"Qing Lin came today to bid you farewell..."
"Qing Lin is deeply grateful for the care you have shown her. Qing Lin will always remember your kindness..."
Hearing this, Xiao Ding smiled faintly. He walked over to Qing Lin, patted her head, and spoke softly.
"Qing Lin, meeting Lord Yao Xuan is your blessing..."
"Following Lord Yao Xuan from now on, I doubt anyone will dare bully you again..."
After listening to their brief exchange, Yao Xuan slowly