Gao Xuan didn't really care, and at this moment, there was no need to be different and cause trouble for Ma Li. After all, it's just about making a living.

After enduring for two or three months, when his body functions reach their peak, he might be able to leave this world. There's no need to worry about these details.

Gao Xuan didn't find anything worth learning in this world. Just pushing an ordinary human body to its limits, which is somewhat challenging. It's also a kind of cultivation experience.

Gao Xuan and Ma Li waited for more than ten minutes before the mistress, Qi Yan, came downstairs from the second floor.

Qi Yan was wearing a purple cheongsam, with exquisite makeup and a high bun, stepping down the stairs with a mature, glamorous charm. However, her gaze was a bit cold and arrogant, with an air of superiority in her demeanor.

Ma Li respectfully went up to greet her, and Qi Yan stood in front of Gao Xuan, carefully examining him up and down.

Qi Yan observed many details; Gao Xuan was dressed cleanly, with no sweat marks on his white shirt collar. He had no body odor and was even wearing socks.

Overall, he appeared particularly spirited and clean, completely unlike those bottom-tier paupers—greasy, dirty, and poorly dressed—shifty in behavior, with wandering eyes.

Especially Gao Xuan's bright eyes, even she felt somewhat hesitant to meet his gaze.

Qi Yan nodded at Ma Li: "He looks quite spirited, but how is he at work?"

Ma Li hurriedly said, "My junior brother is efficient at work. He's also honest and obedient."

These words were a bit exaggerated, but in front of the household, he had to praise his junior brother a little.

Qi Yan thought it worth a try; she was about to speak when the elder housekeeper frowned and said, "Madam, the city has been unsettled lately. This person is supposed to escort Miss to school every day, but who knows about his skills?"

The elder housekeeper, named Li Gui, was an old hand of Qi Yan's husband. Though his name wasn't pleasant, he had worked for the Li family for decades, earning the trust and reliance of Qi Yan's husband.

Qi Yan wasn't very close to the elder housekeeper, but she trusted him quite a lot. Since he said so, they had to test him one way or another.

She asked Gao Xuan, "I heard you've been practicing martial arts since childhood, how are your skills?"

Gao Xuan thought for a moment and said, "Madam, to be honest, I'm very strong."

Qi Yan couldn't help but laugh. To say such a thing in front of her, this person didn't seem as honest and straightforward as Ma Li said. However, she appreciated this kind of confidence.

At critical moments, one must dare to step forward.

The elder housekeeper was a bit unhappy and said, "Young man, you shouldn't speak carelessly."

He beckoned to a tall bodyguard beside him, "Go have a bout with him."

As he spoke, he gave the bodyguard a look, indicating to give Gao Xuan a hard time.

The bodyguard understood and nodded, pointing at Gao Xuan, "Watch out."

Saying this, he lunged at Gao Xuan. He was more than a head taller than Gao Xuan, weighing about 220 pounds. His whole body lunged forward, completely overshadowing Gao Xuan.

Ma Li's expression changed; this tiger fist was indeed fierce. Although the moves were simple, they won by height and strength, and the speed was quick, with a ferocious momentum. It was evident he was a veteran of many actual combat encounters.

Even if he went up, he might not win. After all, the differences in height and weight were too great. His martial skills weren't that pure, and it would be hard to win with technique alone.

As for Gao Xuan, it seemed even less likely. Ma Li was anxious inside but couldn't help, so he could only watch with wide eyes.

To his surprise, Gao Xuan didn't dodge; instead, he met the attack head-on.

Gao Xuan briefly raised his fists, then drew the opponent's arms close and, using the opponent's charging force, threw him over his shoulder.

The throwing stance was very stylish; the bodyguard landed directly on the marble floor, bewildered from the fall. He lay on the ground unable to get up, his face filled with pain, and his eyes looked dazed.

The fight ended so quickly, catching everyone off guard.

Qi Yan's eyes showed appreciation: "Not bad."

Gao Xuan modestly said, "It's nothing, I could take on ten of this kind."

Ma Li jumped in shock; lucky to win and yet Gao Xuan was bragging! The elder housekeeper's face looked unpleasant, but Qi Yan laughed and said, "Good, from today on, you will be my family's bodyguard."

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