Did he actually compare Winter Spring City to a snotty-nosed child?

Hearing Maria's suggestion, Alexander couldn't help but laugh out loud.

He should take Maria's protection?

The Alexander of now was far from the person who could be bullied at will. Since he gained control of elemental affinity, his own strength had risen to a terrifying level.

What's limited right now is that Alexander's level is tied to the City of Hope. However, the resources and manpower required to build a city far exceed his own cultivation.

Therefore, the upgrade of Alexander's level will be a relatively lengthy process.

Even though his own level is not high, Alexander is accompanied by Alice and the Turkey, two super "terrifying" beings.

Any one of them possesses the ability to destroy a city on their own.

Therefore, when someone says they want to protect Alexander, he couldn't help but laugh. Even though it was very impolite, Alexander really couldn't help it. He thought Maria was very cute, a kind-hearted little girl.