Lu Fan's shout sent shockwaves through Huarong Mansion. More than thirty people rushed out, staring at Lu Fan in a daze, seemingly speechless.
"Hua Thirty-Five! We all heard about you... you're amazing!" Hua Laoda was the first to rush over, grabbing Lu Fan's hand with excitement.
*Clap, clap...* Suddenly, someone started applauding, followed by a wave of applause.
"The Shadow Organization is too powerful. They probably have over a hundred members now, spread across the globe. I only managed to kill seven. However, I've compiled some information, and perhaps you can use it to track down some more of them." Lu Fan handed an envelope to Hua Laoda.
This was the information he'd extracted from the heads of the seven individuals, the truly valuable stuff! Shadow was a global organization, not something he could solve alone. Thus, he gave this information to Hua Laoda, confident that the higher-ups would make arrangements based on it.
"Hua Thirty-Five! Someone from above wants to see you!" Hua Laoda suddenly added.
"Alright! I'll go now." Hua Thirty-Five nodded.
...
In the same room, the elderly gentleman looked at Lu Fan with a serene expression.
"Young man! I never imagined you would accomplish something so sensational globally. You've done things those old fellows never dared to dream of in their lives. Truly a young man! It seems our country must focus on nurturing young people, on their spirit! Their courage to act!" The old man seemed very excited and stood up upon seeing Lu Fan.
"You have demonstrated the might of our Huaxia this time, but I have another piece of exciting news for you. Look at this!" The old man raised his hand, and a projection suddenly appeared on the opposite wall. It showed the elder Lu Fan had treated previously, sitting at a computer, excitedly watching a satellite ascend into space.
"Because of your contributions, our satellite launched into space ahead of schedule. This is our leverage," the old man said, turning off the projection and speaking with profound earnestness.
"Since you joined Huarong Mansion, in just a few months, you've achieved what they couldn't accomplish in years. Whether it's the Budding Plan, the Shadow Organization, or our scientists, you've been a hero in every aspect.
Therefore, I'm preparing to have you train a group of young people like yourself. So they can become pillars of the future." The old man suddenly looked at Lu Fan and said.
"Yes! I will definitely train a group of outstanding talents for the country," Lu Fan immediately replied.
"Well done, young man! I'll have specific personnel arranged. Hua Laoda will inform you then!" The old man patted Lu Fan's shoulder.
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Back at Huarong Mansion, Zhuge Xian had already left. Hua Laoda had arranged for her to be sent back to Zhuge Mountain Villa. Lu Fan didn't linger and drove directly back to Twelve Ravine Village.
Today was a special day in Twelve Ravine Village; Sister Feng was getting married. However, this time Sister Feng took a bold step and took in a live-in son-in-law. The wedding was quite lively, with dozens of tables set up in the village. Men, women, old, and young from the village attended the wedding feast. Moreover, the groom's side arrived with a large convoy of escorts.
Even though Sister Feng was over fifty and thought her life was settled, she actually wore a wedding dress once more. She recalled her own wedding, being so poor she only had a new outfit made and was brought by an old ox cart. Then she followed a poor man and endured half a lifetime of hardship.
Now, she was having a grand wedding feast again, more lively than a young maiden's wedding. She even found a younger man seven years her junior. Her life hadn't been lived in vain! She had tasted young grass!
Lu Changfu, Zhao Rongrong, and Liu Ruyan's family also came to the feast. Wang Yan accompanied them throughout. After watching the wedding ceremony, everyone took their seats for the feast.
Village banquets were always lively with many people, especially since many who had been working outside had returned to the village, boosting the atmosphere. Of course, Lu Fan's own wedding last time was even more lively, but that was beyond ordinary people.
*Ring, ring...* Liu Ruyan's phone suddenly rang. Liu Ruyan took out her phone, glanced at it, and her face lit up with a smile. She quickly answered.
"Ruyan! Whose call is it?" Zhao Rongrong glanced at Liu Ruyan and asked.
"Xiao Fan...!" Liu Ruyan leaned over and whispered into Zhao Rongrong's ear, "Mom! I'm going home now!" With that, Liu Ruyan happily ran off.
"The meal hasn't even started, why is she running off? The dishes are already served! Is something wrong?" Wang Yan's eyes darted around, and she immediately wanted to follow.
Zhao Rongrong grabbed Wang Yan's arm, "Wang Yan, you eat. Don't mind her!"
"Auntie! Who called Ruyan?" Wang Yan leaned over and asked. She was somewhat asking the obvious, as Liu Ruyan's expression suggested she had guessed who called.
"Xiao Fan is back!" Zhao Rongrong said quickly.
"Oh! Xiao Fan is back. Then we should hurry back and make something delicious for Xiao Fan." Wang Yan stood up, ready to leave.
"You... you come back here!" Zhao Rongrong quickly stood up and grabbed Wang Yan, saying in a low, exasperated voice, "You... you're not young anymore, how can you be so thoughtless? Don't you know about 'absence makes the heart grow fonder'?"
"Heh... I, I was just happy to hear Xiao Fan was back! I forgot! Well! Let's eat! Let's eat!" Wang Yan gave an embarrassed smile and quickly urged Zhao Rongrong to eat. She herself also wanted to see Lu Fan and couldn't wait to run back. But... alas! She had to endure.
As Lu Fan's car drove into the villa compound, Mo Xiong immediately came forward and drove the car into the garage.
"Xiao Fan!" Liu Ruyan, who had been waiting at the main gate, rushed over and threw herself into Lu Fan's arms.
"Ruyan! You missed me, didn't you?" Lu Fan hugged Liu Ruyan and spun her around on the ground, asking excitedly.
"Let's... let's go back to the room, and I'll tell you slowly!" Liu Ruyan suddenly whispered into Lu Fan's ear.
"So eager? Where are Dad and Mom?" Lu Fan looked around in surprise. Usually, when he returned, his parents would have come out long ago.
"Sister Feng is getting married today, so they all went to the feast! Hurry... they'll be back soon." Liu Ruyan impatiently pulled Lu Fan into the villa.
"My goodness...! Today is indeed a good day, huh!" Lu Fan immediately understood and smiled.
...
"Wang Yan! What are you rushing for? Eat slowly! Come, have another drink with your uncle!" Zhao Rongrong, seeing Wang Yan gobbling down food, wanted to snatch the chopsticks from the young widow. She reached out and took the wine bottle beside her, pouring a glass for Wang Yan.
"Auntie! Your son is back, why aren't you flustered? Xiao Fan... isn't he your biological..." Wang Yan suddenly looked at Zhao Rongrong with surprise. However, she didn't finish her sentence, glancing at Lu Changfu beside her and refraining from saying more.
"Tsk! Of course, Xiao Fan is my biological son. I miss my son, but I also miss my grandson! What do you know!" Zhao Rongrong rolled her eyes and said.