HBWnovel Chapter 472 I’m late
Chapter 472 I’m late
Upon hearing this, Chen Xiner immediately stood up, with a hint of gratitude on her face, but she said with great determination: "You go first, Xu Tian is our friend, we can't ignore his life or death. This matter has nothing to do with you, so there is no need for you to accompany us to take risks here." There was a resolute light in her eyes, as if at this moment, the weak her also possessed a will of steel.
Hong Ze was slightly stunned, then shook his head, his expression becoming more sincere: "You two, since we have met, we are friends. Of course, we can't let you wait to die here. If we go together, there may still be a chance of survival." His voice was full of enthusiasm, trying to persuade Chen Yu and Chen Xiner to leave with them.
Just as they were deadlocked, each arguing with their own opinion, the door to the antique trading shop slowly opened with a creak. Everyone's attention instantly focused on Ming Zeshu, who walked in first, a pleased smile on his face. Then, he stepped aside and made an elegant gesture of invitation.
Afterward, Lin Feng steadily entered the store, carrying the unconscious Xu Tian on his back. His figure was as tall and straight as a pine tree. Despite carrying Xu Tian, his steps were steady, each one a measured rhythm. His eyes were filled with determination and indifference, as if no external danger could shake him in the slightest.
The moment Chen Xiner and Chen Yu saw Lin Feng, their gloomy faces lit up with surprise. Especially when they saw Lin Feng bringing Xu Tian with him, the worry in Chen Xiner's eyes was instantly replaced by joy. Her eyes moistened again, this time with excitement and relief.
"Lin Feng!" Chen Xin'er could no longer suppress her inner emotions. Like a fledgling returning to its nest, she rushed forward, opening her arms and hugging Lin Feng tightly. Her body trembled slightly, and her voice was filled with tears: "Why did you come just now? We were bullied." Her words were filled with both the grievances of the previous experience and her dependence on Lin Feng's arrival.
Mingzeshu and Hongze stood aside, watching this scene, both with bewildered and puzzled expressions. Their eyes were filled with doubts, as if they had no idea what was behind this sudden hug and words.
Chen Yu, on the other hand, smiled with relief after a brief moment of surprise. However, beneath this smile, there was a subtle sense of loss. He felt mixed emotions. At such a crucial moment, he felt like an outsider, unable to offer any help. This feeling of powerlessness caused a dull pain in his heart.
Lin Feng sensed Chen Xiner's dependence and grievance, and his eyes instantly became extremely gentle. He gently patted Chen Xiner on the back, his voice low and soothing: "I'm sorry, I'm late, but it's okay now. I will make those who bullied you pay the price." His words, like the warm sunshine on a spring day, dispelled the haze in Chen Xiner's heart.
When Chen Xiner heard this, the uneasiness and grievance in her heart gradually dissipated. She slowly let go of Lin Feng, wiped her tears with her hands, nodded vigorously, and replied softly: "Yeah!"
Seeing this, Ming Zeshu coughed lightly and spoke to break the slightly awkward atmosphere: "Everyone, please go in and sit down first. It's not convenient to talk here at the door." His eyes showed concern and kindness, and he hoped that everyone could go to a safer and more comfortable place to communicate.
Led by Ming Zeshu, the group slowly walked into the shop. Inside, antiques, weathered by war, were scattered about in a chaotic manner, as if telling of the city's vicissitudes. They arrived at a spacious room furnished with several rustic tables and chairs.
Lin Feng carefully placed Xu Tian in a nearby room and covered him with a blanket. His movements were gentle and meticulous, his eyes filled with concern. He then returned to the room where everyone else was and sat down with Chen Yu, Chen Xiner, Ming Zeshu, and Hong Ze.
Ming Zeshu picked up the teacup, took a sip, looked at Lin Feng with a hint of curiosity in his eyes and said, "Friend Lin Feng, have you ever had any conflicts with the Li family and the Ding family before?" His voice was steady and gentle, and it was particularly clear in the slightly silent room.
Lin Feng raised his eyes slightly and responded calmly: "You can just call me Lin Feng. Before, when I was traveling with the Cao family's caravan in the canyon on the way to Lingyuan City, I encountered an ambush by the Ding and Li families, and I took advantage of the situation to solve them." His tone was flat, as if he was talking about just a trivial matter, but Ming Zeshu and others knew very well that it took a terrifying strength to be able to easily solve the ambush of the Ding and Li families.
Ming Zeshu nodded slightly, with a hint of emotion in his eyes: "The target is the Cao family, but with Lin Feng here, the Cao family is lucky." He imagined the scene at that time. If Lin Feng had not been there, the Cao family caravan would probably have been killed.
At this time, Chen Xiner, who had been listening quietly, couldn't help but speak: "Before the banquet of the Ding and Li families, we wanted to ask the Cao family for help, but unfortunately the Cao family was unwilling." Her voice was crisp, but it inadvertently caused a subtle change in the atmosphere.
Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's brows furrowed instantly, and a trace of contempt flashed in his eyes: "I didn't expect the Cao family to be a family that is afraid of death." He was extremely disgusted with this behavior of retreating in the face of danger. In his opinion, facing it bravely is the right attitude.
Seeing Lin Feng's unfriendly expression, Chen Xiner felt nervous and said quickly, "But it's all over." She tried to ease the sudden tense atmosphere and looked at Lin Feng with a hint of worry in her eyes.
Ming Zeshu also keenly noticed that the atmosphere was amiss and quickly changed the subject: "Lin Feng, did you really come to Lingyuan City just to find General Li?" His eyes swept across everyone's faces one by one, trying to restore the relaxed atmosphere of the chat.
Lin Feng relaxed his brows slightly, and his expression regained some calmness: "Actually, our target is Taixu Valley, but it is all in the north. Fortunately, we came to see General Li first." His eyes revealed a hint of yearning for Taixu Valley, as if there was something important there that attracted him.
After hearing this, Ming Zeshu showed a gentle smile on his face: "Okay, okay, why don't you all come to my house to rest for a few days? I will send someone to invite General Li over, okay?" He extended the invitation enthusiastically, hoping to do his best to be a good host, and at the same time he also wanted to establish a deeper relationship with Lin Feng and others.
Lin Feng shook his head slightly and declined politely: "Sorry to bother you, but we also want to see how the general is doing and see if he is doing well." His eyes were full of concern, and he was very concerned about General Li's condition.
Ming Zeshu nodded in understanding: "That's right, but the Ming family will always treat you as VIPs." His voice was sincere and firm, making Lin Feng and others feel the Ming family's sincerity.
However, just as the atmosphere eased, Chen Xiner fell into worry again: "When Xu Tian lost his mind, he killed a lot of people..." Her voice was low and heavy. This question was like a sharp knife, piercing everyone's heart again.
Ming Zeshu tried to comfort him, "With Lin Feng's strength, it should be no problem to protect Xu Tian." He looked at Lin Feng, his eyes full of trust. In his heart, Lin Feng's strength was enough to deal with all difficulties.