HBWnovel Chapter 178 Expectation
Chapter 178 Expectation
Lin Feng followed Xu Tian silently, his eyes never leaving Xu Tian's back, his eyes full of concern and worry. He wanted to comfort Xu Tian, but he didn't know where to start.
"Xu Tian, don't be too sad. Life must go on." Lin Feng finally couldn't help but break the silence. His voice was soft and gentle, as if he was afraid of disturbing Xu Tian's fragile heart.
Xu Tian still didn't speak, but just shook his head gently. His lips trembled slightly, as if he wanted to say something, but in the end he didn't open his mouth.
Suddenly, a loud noise reached their ears. Lin Feng stopped and listened attentively.
"I heard something happened to the Qi family. It seems like they were retaliated against."
"The young master of the Qi family is in such a pity. He is so young..."
When Lin Feng heard these words, he couldn't help but feel doubtful. He frowned and fell into deep thought.
"Why does the explosion at the Qi family feel so similar to the sudden explosion at Xu Tian's house? Is there any connection between them?" Lin Feng thought to himself.
Xu Tian also heard the villagers' discussions. His body shook slightly and he stopped.
"Lin Feng, I want to go and take a look." Xu Tian suddenly said, his voice low and firm, with a glimmer of hope in his eyes.
Lin Feng looked at Xu Tian, hesitated for a moment, and said, "Xu Tian, this could be dangerous. We don't know the situation yet, and any rash action could get us into trouble."
Xu Tian clenched his fists tightly and said, "If it's the same murderer, I must avenge my uncle!" His eyes were full of anger and determination.
Lin Feng sensed Xu Tian's determination, nodded, and said, "Okay, then we'll go to Xihai City tonight to check it out. But you must listen to me and not act impulsively."
Xu Tian nodded vigorously.
As night fell, a bright moon hung high in the sky, casting a cool glow. Lin Feng and Xu Tian returned home and began to prepare for tonight's operation.
Xu Tian walked into the room and took out a sharp dagger from the cabinet. He gently stroked the blade with his hand, and a look of determination appeared in his eyes.
Lin Feng checked his sword, ensuring it was sharp and the hilt secure. His expression was serious and focused, as if he were about to face a life-or-death battle.
"Xu Tian, you must be careful on this trip. We don't know what dangers we will encounter." Lin Feng reminded again.
Xu Tian took a deep breath and said, "Don't worry, Lin Feng. I'm ready."
The two packed up their belongings and set off towards Xihai City under cover of night. Along the way, the surrounding scenery looked particularly eerie and terrifying under the moonlight. The occasional cry of a night owl echoed through the woods, sending chills down one's spine.
Xu Tian's mood became increasingly heavy. He thought of the love and care his uncle had given him when he was alive, and tears welled up in his eyes.
Lin Feng remained alert at all times, observing the movements around him, holding his sword tightly in his hand.
Finally, they arrived at the gate of Xihai City. The gate was closed, and guards on the city wall were patrolling back and forth with torches in hand.
Lin Feng and Xu Tian hid behind a big tree outside the city, observing the situation at the city gate.
"It seems that the Qi family incident has made them more vigilant. We must be careful." Lin Feng said in a low voice.
Xu Tian nodded, a hint of nervousness in his eyes.
Suddenly, Lin Feng heard footsteps.
"Oh no, someone is coming, let's hide quickly." Lin Feng pulled Xu Tian and hid in the grass behind the tree.
Several guards walked past them, still talking about the Qi family.
"The Qi family is so unlucky that something like this happened."
"I heard that the master was very angry and was determined to catch the murderer."
After the guards walked away, Lin Feng and Xu Tian poked their heads out from the bushes.
"Xu Tian, I'll distract the guards later, and you can take the opportunity to enter the city." Lin Feng said.
Xu Tian looked at Lin Feng worriedly and said, "You must be careful, Lin Feng."
Lin Feng nodded, then picked up a stone and threw it hard into the distance.
The sound of stones falling to the ground was particularly loud in the quiet night.
"Who is it?" The guards on the city wall shouted loudly and ran towards the direction of the sound.
Lin Feng took the opportunity to run in the opposite direction, attracting the attention of the guards.
Xu Tianze took advantage of this opportunity, quickly ran to the city gate, flipped over, and jumped into the city.
After entering the city, Xu Tian hid in a dark corner, his heart beating rapidly. He waited for Lin Feng, his heart filled with tension and anticipation.
After a while, Lin Feng got rid of the guards and met up with Xu Tian.
"Let's go and visit the Qi family." Lin Feng said.
The two of them walked cautiously along the narrow alley towards the Qi family.
At this time, the Qi family's house was brightly lit and heavily guarded. Lin Feng and Xu Tian hid in an abandoned house not far away, observing the Qi family's movements.
Night, like a vast veil of black silk, enveloped Xihai City. The bright moon hung high in the sky, casting a cool glow, yet it could not penetrate the dense darkness. In the moonlight, the Qi family's towering mansion loomed like a silent behemoth, emanating a mysterious and unsettling aura.
Chen Xin'er leaped gracefully onto the roof of a house near the Qi family's home. Her movements were as nimble and silent as a night cat, leaving only the slightest sound as she landed. Crouching on the rooftop, she watched the Qi family intently, alert to every movement.
"Lin Feng, will you come?" Chen Xin'er muttered silently in her heart, a hint of anticipation and nervousness in her eyes. Her breathing was slow and even, and she tried hard to control her emotions, waiting for the opportunity that might arise.
Meanwhile, Lin Feng and Xu Tian, taking advantage of the cover of night, quietly arrived at the Qi family's rooftop. Lin Feng was agile and lithe, like a ghost, while Xu Tian followed closely behind, looking a little nervous.
Lin Feng lowered his voice and said, "Xu Tian, don't move yet, let's observe the situation. The Qi family definitely doesn't know either. We won't get any results if we go down rashly. Let's wait and see if there are any new clues." His voice was low and steady, with a reassuring power.
Xu Tian nodded, his eyes full of trust: "Okay, I'll do as you say."
The two of them lay on the roof, as if blending into the night. Their figures were faintly visible in the moonlight.
Chen Xiner's view was obstructed from where she stood. She frowned and decided to move to a higher rooftop for a better view. She stood up carefully, the tiles under her feet making a slight creaking sound.
This subtle sound was particularly clear in the quiet night and instantly attracted the attention of Lin Feng and Xu Tian.
"Who?" Lin Feng's eyes flashed, and his sharp gaze like an eagle shot towards the direction of the voice.
Xu Tian also became nervous instantly, his body tensed, and he was ready to deal with any emergency.