"It's not entirely useless, after we return, these merits will elevate our status, useful for the next step in our plan."
"What's the next plan?" Du You asked curiously.
But Xi Qianxue did not tell Du You directly: "Rest for a day first. We can't fight in the coming day. I'll tell you when the time comes." Hearing this, Du You refrained from questioning further.
He understood that Xi Qianxue was worried he would secretly complete the next step of the plan. Although he was antisocial, Du You had not stooped to that level yet.
However, he felt such precautions were necessary, another lesson learned for the day.
They returned to Border City. As they approached, they saw the City Lord rushing out to greet them.
"Your Lordship, we are not deserving of such a grand welcome," Du You said, a bit bewildered. Although they looked down on the inhabitants of this world, it was quite extraordinary for the City Lord to personally greet them.