Beneath the Upper City

No one knows when it began—

But the world was split in two.

Those in the Upper City live in the sunlight, on vast lands, warm and free.

Those in the Lower City survive in a cram...

Chapter 589: Raw is not as good as cooked

The room fell silent.

Ning Fan looked at Alfonso.

After a long time, he was probably sure that Alfonso was not pretending.

His spirit was broken.

Ning Fan had suspected that Alfonso had deliberately come to him to act out a scene so that he would let down his guard.

But if you think about it, this doesn't seem like Alfonso's character.

If Alfonso's heart was still with Yefengkou, he would never come to Ning Fan to speak softly.

It's not a matter of face, but of thinking.

Because, if Alfonso didn't want to leave, he must have felt that he was capable of competing with Ning Fan.

If that’s the case, why should I be so humble in front of you?

Just like when the two met before, Alfonso didn't want to lose even a word.

So, now Alfonso's attitude is basically clear.

He wants to leave.

He didn't want to stay in Yefengkou anymore.

"Commander Alfonso, technically... we're not friends, are we?"

Ning Fan finally spoke softly.

Alfonso gave a wry smile, "What do you think?"

"Since we're not friends, aren't you afraid that I'll cause you some trouble before you leave?"

Ning Fan raised his eyebrows. "Everyone's been scheming against each other, both openly and covertly. Now that you've revealed your escape route to me, aren't you afraid that I might trip you up?"

However, after hearing this, Alfonso smiled as if he was relieved.

"Commander Ning, I know you are very smart."

What Alfonso said now was not a compliment.

Before, every time he mentioned Ning Fan, he showed a disdainful attitude.

He always felt that this kid only had a little cleverness, and with the guidance of an expert behind him, he was able to reach his current position.

The interesting thing is, after he decided to leave Yefengkou...

Instead, I can look at Ning Fan more objectively.

From the very beginning, when this person's name was spread from District G...

Alfonso calmed down and carefully studied the path Ning Fan had taken.

He gradually discovered that this child was indeed not simple.

Perhaps, he had this idea a long time ago, but he just didn't want to admit it subconsciously.

He didn't want to admit that he, who had been a leader for so many years, was actually outdone by a half-grown child.

But now, it doesn’t matter.

When he's gone, nothing will matter anymore.

That was why he was able to chat with Ning Fan so calmly.

"Commander Ning should know that I really want to leave."

Alfonso said calmly, "I'm leaving to live a better life, but if Commander Ning insists on making me uncomfortable, I can only fight back."

Ning Fan smiled.

Alfonso also laughed: "So, it's really unnecessary, isn't it?"

"That's really not necessary."

Ning Fan shrugged his shoulders: "I just can't bear to part with you."

"Can't bear to leave me?"

Alfonso scoffed, "I'm easy to deal with?"

Ning Fan smiled and didn't directly answer Alfonso's question. Instead, he changed the subject and asked, "Will you be transferred back to Region E?"

Alfonso continued the conversation, following Ning Fan's lead. "I think so. After all, I've gained half an extra [Path of Grace] and also recruited [Thousand Souls Ye Liang] for the headquarters. From every perspective, I'm qualified to return to the headquarters! It's just that I've taken the initiative to apply for a transfer, so the rewards from the headquarters might be reduced."

Alfonso spread his hands and said, "It doesn't matter. Anyway, as long as I can return to the headquarters and live a stable life, that's fine."

It's a very strange feeling.

When Alfonso no longer regarded Ning Fan as an opponent, the way he spoke also changed significantly.

It was as if, among those who were all in the same position, perhaps only Ning Fan could better understand what he was thinking!

"After you leave, District E will still send people over."

Ning Fan smiled and said, "You are free now, but I still have to continue scheming here."

Alfonso was about to reply, but paused.

He suddenly realized that Ning Fan's words seemed to be more than just a simple sigh.

There is something else in this statement.

"Region E will naturally not let go of Yefengkou."

Alfonso was a little more cautious.

Ning Fan nodded slightly.

"So, it's better for me to have a familiar old friend around."

Alfonso's smile faded.

Instead, there was a touch of solemnity.

"Commander Ning, what do you mean? Don't you want me to leave?"

"I really don't want to."

Ning Fan smiled and said, "But the problem is, Commander Alfonso has already made his decision. Even if I don't want to, it's useless."

Alfonso narrowed his eyes and remained silent.

He was waiting for Ning Fan's next words.

"Commander Alfonso."

Ning Fan really spoke.

But Alfonso could hear a slight change in his tone.

"We've known each other for a while now. Before you go, won't you leave me something?"

Ning Fan smiled.

Very sunny and easygoing.

However, Alfonso's expression became increasingly ugly.

He has given in.

From Alfonso's own point of view, he has been very sincere.

Moreover, he also handed over the sorting work of the [Road of Grace] in the north of the city to Ning Fan.

Although the ownership of this road may be under the name of District E, in fact, before he leaves, he can completely refuse any supplies sorted out from this [Road of Grace].

As for the people who were transferred later...

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