"Mr. Yefan?"
Could it be that the man standing before them was…
They suddenly recalled the legend they had heard the previous night.
Their eyes widened in realization.
There was a tale circulating about a mysterious man who had unleashed incredible power, defeating hordes of invaders and beasts in both Tianlong City and Lian City.
It was because of this mysterious man that those cities had been saved.
Moreover, this man had even taught the people of those cities a method to cultivate and grow stronger.
"You must be Commander Zhao," Yefan said calmly, looking at him.
"Yes, that's me," Commander Zhao replied, wiping the sweat from his forehead.
He was a little anxious, wondering if Yefan was angry that his men had fired at him earlier.
After all, Yefan's power was beyond comprehension.
Commander Zhao had just received the latest report from the other city—Yefan had killed a demigod-level creature!
Demigods were immensely powerful beings in the otherworldly realms.
"I'm truly sorry about earlier," Zhao said hastily. "Everyone, apologize to Mr. Yefan immediately!"
"Sorry!" the soldiers behind him shouted in unison.
They hadn't realized that Yefan was the legendary figure they had heard so much about.
"No harm done," Yefan waved his hand dismissively.
He understood that the soldiers had mistaken him for an enemy, and they were simply fulfilling their duty. Besides, their attacks hadn't caused him any harm.
"Are my parents still in the city?" Yefan asked seriously, looking at Commander Zhao.
The reason he had come to Tianyun City was simple—he wanted to find his parents.
After so many years…
"They're here. I've already arranged a new and secure residence for them," Commander Zhao nodded.
"Good, take me to them."
"Of course."
Under Commander Zhao's guidance, Yefan walked toward another part of the city.
Yefan felt a mix of tension and excitement.
After all, it had been so long since he had last seen his parents.
How could he not be emotional?
Before long, they arrived at a gated community.
Soldiers patrolled the area, ensuring its safety.
Within the community, there were several detached villas.
Commander Zhao led Yefan to one of them.
In the courtyard, an elderly couple in their sixties with graying hair were tending to the plants and flowers.
Seeing this scene, Yefan froze for a moment. His nose tingled, and his eyes grew slightly red.
After everything he had been through, all the battles and hardships over hundreds of years, Yefan thought his heart had become unshakeable.
But he realized there was still a soft spot deep inside.
Slowly, Yefan walked toward them.
Commander Zhao, noticing the scene, hesitated for a moment, then decided not to follow. He smiled and stood at a respectful distance.
As Yefan approached, his parents seemed to sense something. They stood up and looked toward him.
"Mom, Dad," Yefan called out, smiling as he tried to compose himself.
The watering can in his mother's hand fell to the ground with a thud.
"F-Faner!?"
"Am I seeing this right?" His father rubbed his eyes in disbelief.
"It's me. I'm back."