Chapter 2720: Secrecy

"You… don't you think you should be a bit more humble?" The commander of Fortress 73's face twitched.

"Hmm… if you and I were in the same Realm, I wouldn't be able to beat you either," Xiao Fan nodded.

The commander of Fortress 73: "…"

"Forget it, don't say any more…" The commander of Fortress 73 felt it was better if Xiao Fan just spoke the truth.

Xiao Fan sighed. It was for the best that they didn't continue fighting; if they kept going, he would have no choice but to find a way to run.

"Kid, you're quite impressive," Commander Gong Xiao praised. "I am Commander Gong Xiao. What is your name?"

"Xiao Fan," Xiao Fan said calmly.

"Xiao Fan, not bad. A good name." Commander Gong Xiao nodded, thought for a moment, and said, "Xiao Fan, why don't you consider joining our Fortress 73?"

Commander Gong Xiao had the idea of recruiting Xiao Fan. A monster-level Prodigy like him would surely be dazzling in the future. If Xiao Fan joined Fortress 73, it would be of great benefit later on.

Furthermore, Commander Gong Xiao believed Xiao Fan had a powerful backer. By maintaining a good relationship with Xiao Fan, he might have a chance to build a connection with the person behind him.

In that case, the benefits would be endless…

Nearby, the Gray-armored Warriors of Fortress 73 were all stunned.

Their leader actually wanted to recruit Xiao Fan into Fortress 73?!

What was he planning?!

Was he just appreciating talent?!

But on second thought, it made sense. Although Xiao Fan's Realm was low, his strength was obvious to everyone. If Xiao Fan joined Fortress 73, everyone would be genuinely impressed.

"Forget it. If I come, I'll only bring you trouble," Xiao Fan shook his head.

Xiao Fan knew very well that Immortal Lord Wen Zhen would never forgive him and would surely find ways to target him. He wasn't safe in the Heavens Battlefield.

Commander Gong Xiao seemed like a decent person so far; if Xiao Fan came to Fortress 73, they might end up suffering along with him.

Moreover, Hou Yangbiao was also here. If he got too close to Hou Yangbiao and Immortal Lord Wen Zhen discovered something, the Immortal Lord might capture Hou Yangbiao, Yang Yun, and the others to use as leverage against him. What would he do then?

Therefore, it was best for Xiao Fan to remain at Fortress 199.

"Alright then." Commander Gong Xiao nodded, feeling even more certain that Xiao Fan had a great backer and must have other intentions for staying at Fortress 199.

Otherwise, who would be willing to stay in the shabbiest fortress?!

Especially a Prodigy like Xiao Fan?!

As for the "trouble" Xiao Fan mentioned, Commander Gong Xiao completely dismissed it as an excuse.

Commander Gong Xiao didn't believe a word Xiao Fan just said, but he didn't expose him because there was no need.

Did he want Xiao Fan to reject him to his face?

Wouldn't that be even more embarrassing?

"Xiao Fan, why don't you come inside and sit for a while?" Commander Gong Xiao invited with a smile, intending to strike up a friendship.

Xiao Fan thought about it and shook his head. "No, I've been out for a long time and need to head back. I've just arrived at the Heavens Battlefield and am not familiar with the place yet."

"That's fine too…" Commander Gong Xiao nodded.

He was convinced Xiao Fan was just making excuses!

If a Prodigy like this returned a bit late, what could that trash Commander Jia You do?

Would he even dare to have an objection?

With Xiao Fan's strength, he could easily suppress Commander Jia You!

"I have one thing I'd like to ask of you," Xiao Fan said after some thought.

"Go ahead." Commander Gong Xiao was startled. What could Xiao Fan possibly need from him?

"Hou Yangbiao—I hope you'll treat him a bit better…" Xiao Fan said.

"Hou Yangbiao? That White Armor?" Commander Gong Xiao was surprised.

"Yes… that's him," Xiao Fan nodded.

"Sure," Commander Gong Xiao nodded, agreeing readily.

"Thank you," Xiao Fan said with a nod.

"Xiao Fan, I've agreed to your request. Shouldn't you agree to one of mine as well?" Commander Gong Xiao said after some thought.

"What is it? Tell me," Xiao Fan wondered what he could possibly do for Commander Gong Xiao.

"It's simple… just don't leak the news about our fight or the fact that you caused a scene at Fortress 73, okay?" Commander Gong Xiao said.

If it got out that someone in the Wanwu Realm had caused a massive scene at Fortress 73, the consequences were predictable.

Commander Gong Xiao and everyone in Fortress 73 would lose face completely. How could they show their faces in public after that?

Hearing Commander Gong Xiao's words, the experts of Fortress 73 nodded one after another, feeling their commander was right. This was embarrassing and couldn't be leaked.

They all looked at Xiao Fan hopefully, wishing he would agree.

One must realize that for someone in the Heavens Battlefield, this was a perfect opportunity to make a name for oneself.

Taking on half the people of a fortress single-handedly… wasn't that impressive enough?

If Xiao Fan leaked this matter, he would surely become famous, but in contrast, the reputation of Fortress 73 would be severely damaged, they would be looked down upon, and their Fortress Ranking might even drop.

A drop in the Fortress Ranking meant that the treatment and resources for everyone in the fortress would decrease…

This was something no one in Fortress 73 wanted to see.

"That… of course, I can do that," Xiao Fan agreed with a smile.