Xiao Qiang spoke the truth, but Xu Fang simply refused to believe it.
At this moment, a fit of coughing echoed through the air, clearly signaling the arrival of the city lord. With the support of several maids, the elderly city lord slowly made his way out. Xiao Qiang looked closely and saw that the city lord's forehead was dark and his complexion ashen, a sure sign that his life was not long for this world.
Upon his arrival, the city lord first exchanged greetings with Elder Yu and Xu Fang, then addressed Xiao Qiang: "Mr. Xiao, I have been briefed on your situation by Lin Xuanshuang. Although I am not aware of the purpose for which Mr. Xiao has come to our great Xuancheng, I am sure there is one. Despite being advanced in years, I still wish to propose a deal with Mr. Xiao."
Xiao Qiang had not expected the city lord to initiate conversation with him, and he replied, "I am all ears."
