At that moment, Old Liu was sorting books in the study. When he heard the sound of breathing, he immediately turned around and looked toward its source.
Huo Yuhao and Dai Luoli immediately came into view.
His pupils contracted slightly as he cried out in delight, "My Lord Duke, you've finally returned!"
As he spoke, he hurried over to Dai Luoli and began checking his body, trying to see whether he had been injured. Once he discovered that Dai Luoli was unharmed, he let out a sigh of relief.
To be honest, during the days Dai Luoli had been away, he had been constantly on edge, afraid that something might happen to him. Fortunately, he had returned safely to the Duke's Mansion at last, and Old Liu could finally put his worries to rest.
"Old Liu, have the chefs at the Duke's Mansion prepare some food. I wish to host a private banquet for Senior!" Dai Luoli ordered.
Dai Luoli's complexion was rosy, and his entire body exuded a stern, killing aura, as though he had fought his way out of a desperate realm between life and death. His words were firm and resonant, while the lingering timidity he had once possessed seemed to have vanished completely.
What exactly had Dai Luoli experienced during those twelve days?
Old Liu was somewhat puzzled, yet he also felt gratified. As a loyal supporter of the Duke's Mansion, he was naturally glad to see Dai Luoli grow. After all, that was a good thing for the Duke's Mansion.
"There is no need. I'll be leaving the Duke's Mansion shortly. Dai Luoli, just don't forget what you promised me." Huo Yuhao directly refused Dai Luoli's suggestion.
During the twelve days he had taken Dai Luoli away, he had not only helped him resolve the