CHAPTER 769: CHAPTER 774: BATTLE WITH CHU HUAIYANG (3)

"Feel free to speak," said Ling Chen.

His heart was filled with curiosity; Zhu Hong’s appearance this time was too unusual. Zhu Hong used to be an ordinary person, at most a low-level manager in the God Organization. But now, Zhu Hong had completely changed, surrounded by so many masters for protection; not only the masters from the Dragon List but even those from the Earthly List were deployed.

Thus, Ling Chen really wanted to figure out what exactly Zhu Hong had experienced to have transformed this way.

"Do you want to know?" Chu Huaiyang looked at Ling Chen, asking with a deep and meaningful tone.

Ling Chen nodded, saying, "Tell me, and perhaps I might let you off."

"Since you want to know, I can tell you. However, you also have to tell me something."

"What is it?"

"I am really curious why your strength..."

"Why it suddenly increased?" Ling Chen suddenly laughed as he spoke, "I have you to thank for that."

"Me?" Chu Huaiyang was puzzled as he looked at Ling Chen, not understanding what he meant. Having been outside the warehouse this whole time without any contact with Ling Chen, how could it be related to him?

Amid his contemplation, Ling Chen continued, "It’s because of the medicinal powder you gave Wanqing."

Hearing this, Chu Huaiyang was even more bewildered. The potent medicine he gave to Nanrong Wanqing was only effective on her; what did this have to do with Ling Chen?

Observing Chu Huaiyang’s confused appearance, the corners of Ling Chen’s mouth slightly lifted as he chuckled to himself.

His words were indeed not wrong, the sudden increase in his strength was completely due to Chu Huaiyang.

After Nanrong Wanqing had taken the potent medicine, she had inadvertently displayed all her charm. At that moment, seeing Wanqing, Ling Chen felt his evil desires being stirred.

Under the effect of the Prajnaparamita Sutra, a strong evil fire blazed wildly within him. When the fire grew intense enough, there was a reaction in the Dantian, and the Prajnaparamita Sutra began to operate automatically.

The stronger the fire, the faster the Prajnaparamita Sutra ran, and it eventually broke through the bottleneck.

Honestly, even Ling Chen had not anticipated this.

As his strength broke through the bottleneck, elevating him to the ranks of the Earthly List masters, Ling Chen instantly freed himself from binds and effortlessly killed the two masters from the Dragon List. It was because of this that he could catch Chu Huaiyang off guard and defeat him.

However, even if he explained this, Chu Huaiyang would likely not believe it.

Therefore, Ling Chen thought for a moment and found some random pretext to brush Chu Huaiyang off.

"I have said what I needed to say, now isn’t it your turn?"

"I willingly serve Zhu Hong not for any other reason but mainly because of his Master."

"Master?" Ling Chen was startled, a hint of confusion flickering in his eyes. Zhu Hong had mentioned his Master before, named Liang Tian. So, he could not understand how a Liang Tian could have such great influence and power to mobilize so many people to protect Zhu Hong.

If Liang Tian had such great power, why would he condescend to stay in Yangxin Pavilion? He could simply establish his own sect, why should he follow orders from the Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion and serve others.

"Exactly who is this Liang Tian?" Ling Chen asked.

Since Chu Huaiyang seemed to know so much, he surely must be well-acquainted with Liang Tian.

Hearing Ling Chen’s inquiry, Chu Huaiyang shook his head and said, "Sorry, that’s all I can tell you." After saying that, Chu Huaiyang glanced at the warehouse door. By now, Zhu Hong had already escaped without a trace.

"Ling Chen, you’re lucky today. You’d better be careful, Zhu Hong won’t let things go so easily." After saying this, Chu Huaiyang didn’t linger any longer and quickly ran outside.

Watching Chu Huaiyang’s figure getting farther away, Ling Chen did not attempt to stop him. He had already promised Chu Huaiyang that as long as he told him the reason, he would let him go. Moreover, he could tell that Chu Huaiyang served Zhu Hong unwillingly.

Liang Tian... who exactly are you?

Just as he was thinking, several figures suddenly appeared at the warehouse door. Seeing the person in the lead, Ling Chen quickly waved his hand and called out, "Third brother, I’m here."

"Sixth brother." Once Yuan Yun saw Ling Chen, he immediately ran over to him, looking and feeling here and there with a concerned expression, asking, "Sixth brother, that kid Zhu Hong didn’t harm you, right?"

Ling Chen grinned and said, "Third brother, do I look like someone who’s been troubled?" After speaking, Ling Chen changed the topic and asked, "Third brother, where are the others?"

"They are still outside. I didn’t expect Zhu Hong to arrange so many people, wanting to ambush us. But, he underestimated the strength of the ’Eight Eccentrics.’ Hmph! With Second Brother there, these little fish stand no chance. Eh, Sixth Brother, how come it’s only you here, are the others alright?"

"No worries, just some minor injuries."

Then, Ling Chen quickly took Yuan Yun to a corner of the abandoned warehouse. After moving a pile of miscellaneous items, they saw Nanrong Hao, Jiang Hao, and Nanrong Wanqing all hiding behind.

While Nanrong Hao and Jiang Hao were still conscious, Nanrong Wanqing had once again fallen into unconsciousness. Unable to help it, as Nanrong Wanqing had taken a strong medicine, Ling Chen had to knock her out and performed simple treatment. At this moment, the effects of the medicine were not yet clear, and Nanrong Wanqing’s pretty face was still flushed red, breathing hurriedly, requiring immediate treatment.

Immediately, Ling Chen picked up the delicate body of Nanrong Wanqing and said, "Third brother, do me a favor, take these two out."

"Okay."

Yuan Yun nodded, supported Nanrong Hao and Jiang Hao with both hands, and then led them outside.

Upon coming out of the warehouse, Ling Chen looked around and saw Qiu Yong and others rushing over.

"Big brother, Second brother..." Ling Chen greeted each of them.

"Big brother, are those people taken care of?" Yuan Yun asked.

Qiu Yong shook his head and sighed, "Only got a few small fish, the big ones got away. Zhu Hong has too many capable protectors, we couldn’t handle him."

"Never mind!" Ling Chen glanced at Nanrong Wanqing’s flushed face and said, "Let’s not worry about that now, rescuing people is more important."

...

Half an hour later, Nanrong Wanqing, Nanrong Hao, and Jiang Hao were all sent to the hospital.

While the three were receiving treatment, Ling Chen and Qiu Yong and others sat outside, patiently waiting, while discussing the recent events.

After hearing the information from Chu Huaiyang that Ling Chen shared, Qiu Yong frowned and said, "Liang Tian? I didn’t expect it to be him."

"Hmph! That old man is indeed no good. Big brother, let’s go to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion immediately and settle the score with that old man."

Qiu Yong glanced at Yuan Yun who was speaking and said, "Don’t be impulsive just yet." After saying that, Qiu Yong turned back to Ling Chen and asked, "Sixth brother, what are your thoughts?"

"I..."

Before Ling Chen could finish speaking, Xu Ming, who was beside him, said, "This matter might not be as simple as you all think."