At the Fang Clan mansion, all the Fang Clan members stared wide-eyed at the scene before them, utterly astonished. They couldn't believe their eyes—how could their own elders actually step in and stand in front of their patriarch?
If it weren't for the three elders' clear words reaching their ears, these people might have actually doubted whether there was something wrong with their eyes.
"Uh... Elder, I truly didn't know what had happened before. I can only apologize for what happened earlier. I will try my best to make it up to the three of you after this, but Mr. Xiao Yan..."
Seeing his three elders blocking his way, Fang Chi felt utterly helpless. He then sincerely bowed to them, hoping to gain their forgiveness. At the end of his words, Fang Chi also turned his gaze to Xiao Yan, his eyes so sincere that no one could possibly have any doubts.
To be honest, Xiao Yan was being treated this way by a powerful expert at the Origin King Great Realm. An ordinary person would have already forgiven him, but he didn't. Even though he could see that Fang Chi's words came from the heart, his previous actions had already touched a nerve with Xiao Yan. How could this be easily resolved with just a few words?
" Fang Chi, although you are the head of the family, what you did today has gone too far. No matter the reason, you have now affected the operation of the entire Fang Clan. Therefore, the three of us have decided to temporarily retain your position as the head of the Fang Clan. As for Mr. Xiao Yan, from now on, he is an honorary elder of our Fang Clan. Unless it is urgent, I think you should not approach him casually."
Even though the three elders already knew that Fang Chi had regained his senses, the damage he had just caused could not be easily repaired. Just like the ruins before them, the reception hall had been completely destroyed. To rebuild, they would have to build a new one. But before that, they had to solidify the foundation and make the ground more stable.
At this moment, that is exactly what the three elders need to do.
The temporary retention of Fang Chi as the family head was to allow Xiao Yan to vent his anger over the previous oppression, and the offering of the elders was also to compensate Xiao Yan to the greatest extent possible. Such actions were far better than the original demands made by Fang Chi.
Of course, the power that Xiao Yan had previously emitted must also play a significant role in this.
If there weren't a certain level of strength as an incentive, how could these guys possibly treat you this way?
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan couldn't help but laugh at himself. In the end, he was still benefiting from Xiao Xuan's influence. Otherwise, with his own cultivation level, how could he have attracted the attention of these guys in front of him? At most, they would be a little more polite to him because of Fang Zhicong's matter. Once Fang Zhicong's condition improved, the outcome would not be hard to imagine.
But things are different now. With the aura that Xiao Xuan had previously exuded, these guys will naturally take him seriously. Regardless of whether that power actually belongs to Xiao Yan, as long as it can be used by him, that's enough to make these people treat him politely.
Given immense power, no one cares about the source of that power.
"Mr. Xiao Yan, what happened before was indeed my fault, and I apologize to you. However, the poison in Cong'er's body has flared up again, and there is no time to delay. Please, Mr. Xiao Yan, take action and treat my son's injuries!"
Fang Chi wasn't stupid; he immediately understood the meaning behind the three elders' words. Although he didn't quite understand the exact reason, Fang Zhicong's poison had already flared up again, and if it continued to drag on, the consequences would be unimaginable. So, he had no choice but to bite the bullet and ask Xiao Yan for help again.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Yan's expression did not change much. He glanced at the three elders in front of him and noticed that they were also glancing at him out of the corner of their eyes. Although they did not say it explicitly, they were all clearly waiting for his attitude.
These three old men clearly hoped he would agree. After all, they were helping their own people, and they couldn't possibly hurt their own people's feelings for someone whose intentions were still uncertain. They would never do something that would result in losing both their loved ones and their money.
Just as Xiao Yan was about to speak, a warm hand suddenly landed on his shoulder. Turning his head, he saw Luo Jin, with Xiao Yi Xian and the others following closely behind. Although their complexions had recovered, Xiao Yi Xian's face still showed some paleness.
The gap between Dou Di and Origin King was simply too vast. If Fang Chi had truly intended to kill them back then, Xiao Yi Xian and Mu Leng would probably have been the first to die.
Thinking of this, Xiao Yan's composure, which had been calmed by Xiao Xuan, fluctuated once more. He exchanged a glance with Luo Jin beside him, then looked at Xiao Yan Fang Chi, raised his eyelids slightly, and said calmly:
"I can agree to detoxify Young Master Fang..."
Upon hearing this, the three elders and Fang Chi felt a slight sense of relief. Then, Xiao Yan continued to speak.
"However, Fang Clan Head, you must bow and apologize to her."
As he spoke, Xiao Yan pointed to Xiao Yi Xian beside him. Only then did the latter realize what he meant, and her expression froze for a moment. She opened her mouth, but then fell silent.
"What! This woman is only a Three-Star Dou Di!"
"This is unacceptable! How can the head of my Fang Clan apologize to a Three-Star Dou Di? Absolutely not!"
The moment these words left his lips, the surrounding Fang Clan disciples erupted in clamor. How could the dignified head of the Fang Clan possibly apologize to someone of unknown origin, especially since this person's cultivation was far inferior to Fang Chi's?
Xiao Yan's actions were practically a self-inflicted embarrassment for the Fang Clan!
"Mr. Xiao Yan, isn't doing this a bit too much...?"
"If Fang Clan Head is unwilling, he can go to Mao Xun. I believe that even if you approach him now, he would be very willing to cooperate with you."
Before the elder could finish speaking, Xiao Yan spoke again, instantly silencing the elder.
Although they knew that Xiao Yan was retaliating for what had happened before, it was still too much for Fang Chi to bow and apologize to Xiao Yi Xian in front of all the Fang Clan.
However, if Fang Zhicong is unwilling to apologize, his life will be threatened. Xiao Yan's actions are forcing him to apologize!
"Well..."
After all, he was a father. Fang Chi struggled for a long time, but finally sighed bitterly, took a few steps forward, and came to the front of Xiao Yi Xian. Under the incredulous gazes of the Fang Clan members, he respectfully bowed to Xiao Yi Xian and apologized word by word.
Treated like this, Xiao Yi Xian was almost stunned. She quickly glanced at Xiao Yan beside her, and seeing the latter nod, she followed suit with a slight nod, accepting Fang Chi's apology.
Only now did Fang Chi manage to calm his tense expression and composed himself. He then looked at Xiao Yan and said in a somewhat suppressed tone:
"Mr. Xiao Yan, is it alright now?"
Upon hearing this, the latter nodded, ignoring the expressions on the faces of the three elders, and, holding the Xiao Yi Xian beside him, turned and walked into the courtyard.