Su Yueyuan forced out a smile. “It is our citizens’ fortune, and also the Su family’s fortune, that General Zhao is willing to fight for us.”

At the mention of Qianye, Nighteye smiled faintly. “All he knows is about fighting and killing.”

“That might be so, but the neutral lands are far from peaceful and there’s danger lurking everywhere. Only an expert can ensure the safety of his family.” Su Yueyuan felt that he no longer knew how to talk. His conversation had no substance.

“Only a character like City Lord Su can be called an expert.” Whatever Nighteye said, she made everyone feel as though it was a matter of fact and not intentional praise.

Su Yueyuan had a strange feeling that only an expert like Su Dingqian could leave a mark in her heart.

After chatting a while longer, Su Yueyuan excused himself and left. He was practically fleeing as he exited the courtyard.

Liu Daoming was rushing over at this moment, looking quite anxious and his every step as quick as the wind. He couldn’t help but become startled upon seeing Su Yueyuan coming out from the compound. “You’re out?”

“Of course.” Su Yueyuan’s brain was still muddled. He...