The restaurant in Wushanbao is quite luxurious.

The towering ceiling is inlaid with intricate carvings, and gemstones of various colors sparkle under the illumination of the huge magic crystal chandelier, showing an unparalleled atmosphere of nobility.

The mural occupies the entire wall, with mountains, water, mighty thunder-chasing beasts, and docile and cute small animals. It is like a gallery, adding a bit of splendor.

A long and exquisite dining table was placed in the center, with silver tableware and candlesticks on it. When Ronin arrived, the servants on both sides had already begun to prepare food, and the aroma wafting out was mouth-watering.

Ever since leaving the back mountain, Lu Lans had restrained his attitude towards Luo Ning and did not speak a word along the way. Especially after entering the restaurant, he went straight to the main seat and did not talk and laugh like he did in the mountain.

This was obviously done on purpose, so Luo Ning just let it go, walked to the side, found a seat and sat down.

"Haha, long time no see, my dear brother."

Along with a somewhat immature yet cheerful laughter, a young man with silver hair and black eyes opened his arms and walked in quickly from outside.

Breton's appearance is a bit like Diane, which makes him look more delicate and refined.

His expression was relaxed and confident, and he had a bright smile on his face, as if seeing Roning was a very happy thing.

"Long time no see, Brayden."

Luo Ning stood up, hugged the other person, and greeted him very naturally.

Bretton then saluted Lu Lansi, very formally and a little stiffly, "Good evening, Grandpa."

Lu Lan Si smiled and nodded, pointing to the seat next to Ronin, "Sit down, where are Wiggins and Diane?"

"Here we come, Father!"

Diane's figure appeared outside the restaurant and Roning looked over.

She was seen wearing a casual dress, pushing a wheelchair into the restaurant. On the wheelchair, sat Wiggins, with a stubble on his face, looking a little decadent.

"Father!"

Luo Ning stepped forward and said in a deep voice: "I am deeply saddened by your experience. But please cheer up, Wushan City and Wushan Territory still need you."

Wiggins nodded, his voice a little hoarse, "Thank you for your encouragement, Roning. I thought you would come back in December, but I didn't expect you to come back so early. It seems that you still have me as your father in your heart."

As he spoke, he motioned to Diane to push him to the dining table. The latter nodded to Roning and continued to push the wheelchair. After she was in position, she greeted Rulans.

Roning heard the sarcasm in Wiggins' words. The other party was blaming him for not coming to visit him as soon as possible.

However, it can also be seen that this blow has indeed changed Wiggins' temperament. If it were usual, the opponent would definitely jump up and curse a few words, but now he is just sarcastic.

"Now that everyone is here, let's start eating." Lu Lans said.

As his voice fell, the servants serving on the side lifted the lids of the silver plates. Some servants were cutting roast lamb, some were cutting steaks, and some were pouring a glass of wine for the masters at the table.

"It's a rare opportunity for our family to sit together."

Lu Lansi picked up the cup and said, "Cheers to Wushan."

"For Wushan..."

"For Wushan..."

"For Wushan!"

Several people raised their glasses together and drank them all.

Then there was a session of drinking with each other, but most of them just raised their glasses and nodded in greeting, then drank it all in one gulp without saying much.

Unlike the lively atmosphere of clinking glasses and chatting, this meal was a bit quiet.

Luo Ning was a little uncomfortable with it and could only focus on eating.

Not long after, Lu Lans put down the cutlery, said something, and left.

Luo Ning noticed that the atmosphere at the table seemed to be much more relaxed. It seemed that everyone was under some pressure in front of the old marquis.

Bretton stood up, picked up his crystal glass and raised it towards Ronin.

"Ronin, I heard that you conquered three wild tribes. I admire your courage and achievements. I also hope that I can contribute to the family like you!"

Luo Ning chuckled, stood up and clinked glasses with the other party. "They are all backward savages. To be honest, it is actually more difficult to find their hiding place than to defeat them."

"I heard you became a junior knight as well."

"Thank you!" Roning responded.

"Speaking of the Savage Tribe, I remember the days when I led the noble coalition to wipe them out."

Wiggins, sitting in a wheelchair, reminisced about the past.

At that time, he was young and energetic, much more motivated than before he broke his leg. It was a pity that he did not wipe out all the fleeing nobles in one go, which made him feel very frustrated.

"You conquered three wild tribes, and with Sean leading Leisen to conquer one, those criminals in the north have finally been purged, which is a relief for me."

Wiggins raised his glass, "You did a great job!"

Luo Ning raised his glass again.

It was the first time he heard Wiggins praise him. He didn't seem to remember ever receiving such praise in his previous life.

"Brother, my grandfather has already found out that the assassination attempt on my father was carried out by the Skull and Bones Society, which is a branch of the Black Gold Brotherhood. In order to avenge and to regain the dignity of the Wushan Family, my father and I both believe that we should send troops to attack the Black Gold Brotherhood in the early spring of next year!"

Bretton turned the topic to the assassination of Wiggins.

"In the past, my father always led the expedition, but it is inconvenient for him now, and my mother said that I am too young to go to the battlefield. So, how about you represent our Wushan family in the expedition next year?"

Breton's expression was serious, "The team needs a commander who can represent the Wushan family."

Luo Ning's heart trembled. This topic was a bit of a leap.

But if you analyze this sentence carefully, you will find that it is correct.

Now, there are only three people among the Wushan family who are suitable to represent the Wushan family in the battle - Lulans, Roning, and Breton.

Rulans will not go out easily, first of all, he will be ruled out;

Bretton is only thirteen years old and does not meet the requirements to go to the battlefield, so he is eliminated as the second choice.

In the end, it is obvious who is the most suitable.

"Will you set out in the spring of next year?"

Luo Ning pretended to be surprised, "Has it been confirmed?"

Wiggins nodded. "That should be about the same."

Luo Ning remained noncommittal. Lu Lans hadn't made a decision yet, so it might be too early for them to be so sure.

However, facing such a question, combined with his previous incarnation's personality and Ronin's current situation, he chuckled and said, "The battlefield is dangerous. As the heir of the family, Bretton, you are young and it is indeed not suitable for you to go to the battlefield. Your father's injury has not yet healed, and he is not mobile, so it is even more unsuitable."

He drank the wine in the glass and said, "It is my honor to contribute to the family. When we are sure to go on an expedition next year and Wushan Fort still needs me to command, I will definitely not refuse!"

After hearing this, Wiggins and the others all smiled with relief, but no one knew what they were thinking in their hearts.

Breton would feel that this brother still gave him face;

Diane will still think that Roning is simple-minded and poses little threat;

Wiggins will feel that his son has finally grown up and is of some use, and can step up when it is time to do so.

To Roning, he was just speaking nice words.

Not to mention that Lu Lansi is not sure whether to fight next spring. Even if he wants to fight, he will be in Shanlin Town by then, and there are many reasons to delay. At most, he will pay some money as a fine and accept some blame.

It would be too hasty to let him be the commander.

Although he was a man who had been deprived of his inheritance rights and wiped out the barbarian tribe, this was indeed not a big deal in the eyes of some nobles.

After all, it is difficult for Wiggins to convince the public, let alone someone with a bad past.

Even if he was pushed up by force, would those nobles obey his orders?

They are not McKen and Ridal, and Ronin, who has no prestige, cannot command them well.

On the battlefield, it is very dangerous if the troops do not obey orders.

(End of this chapter)