Inside the coffin, a person rolled out.
This person looked extremely weak and was still choking on the white smoke from the burning coffin, coughing violently.
"Is this... is this a zombie? How can a person appear in a perfectly good coffin! This is ghostly, run quickly, or we'll all be killed by this female ghost."
The villagers were so terrified that their souls almost flew away.
Having been exposed to superstitions their entire lives, they naturally connected this scene with the supernatural.
However, Zhou Jinbai and Lin Xingwan wore very calm expressions.
They looked remarkably composed.
Although Jia Yanzhen was prepared, the sudden appearance of a person from the coffin made his heart race.
He immediately hid behind Xuan Yin, trembling slightly from fright.
Xuan Yin glanced at Jia Yanzhen, a look of exasperation on her face.
It was the first time she had seen a man so cowardly.
Helian Diejin, finally escaping the coffin and breathing fresh air, was now restrained by Zhou Jinbai's subordinates.
She couldn't move, kneeling on the ground, looking utterly disheveled.
Helian Diejin's eyes were filled with hatred, as if she could devour Lin Xingwan.
Lin Xingwan's heart, which had been pounding, finally settled.
It seemed her gamble had paid off!
"You didn't expect it, did you? That I knew you were hiding in the coffin."
Lin Xingwan felt an indescribable sense of satisfaction watching Helian Diejin, who had been so arrogant not long ago, now reduced to a prisoner.
Seeing Lin Xingwan's smug demeanor, Helian Diejin felt as if her internal organs were about to fail from anger.
Damn it!
Even the heavens were helping this woman!
"Kill me or torture me as you please. Since I, Helian Diejin, have fallen into your hands today, it means I am inferior to you."
Although Helian Diejin was filled with resentment and unwillingness, she knew she had no chance of resisting.
Moreover, she knew Lin Xingwan harbored deep hatred for her and would not let her off easily.
"When I fell into your hands, you didn't kill me immediately, did you? I, Lin Xingwan, am a grateful person. How could I be so ruthless?"
Lin Xingwan had never realized she could be so vengeful. Looking at Helian Diejin's expression, which seemed to want to devour her alive, Lin Xingwan wore a triumphant smile.
Helian Diejin had plotted for so many years, cruelly killed her mother, and now intended to torment her in the same way. But she had overlooked that Lin Xingwan was not her mother and would not repeat the same fate. Most importantly, Helian Diejin's actions had angered the heavens.
"Lin Xingwan, you want to torment me? I will never let you succeed." Helian Diejin said, trying to break free from the two bodyguards restraining her. However, she was too weak; against the bodyguards, she was like a moth to a flame.
"That is no longer up to you." Lin Xingwan said, and Zhou Jinbai patted her shoulder. She looked to Zhou Jinbai for guidance.
"This place is too damp and poorly lit. Let's talk outside. Helian Diejin can't escape anyway."
Zhou Jinbai felt that the cave was still eerie. He wasn't superstitious, but he believed that in ancient tombs, ancestors often placed poisonous substances around the burial chamber to prevent disturbance.
Although Zhou Jinbai and his companions didn't feel unwell yet, it was best to leave this ominous place quickly.
"Alright, let's go out."
Zhou Jinbai and Lin Xingwan walked out first. Helian Diejin was carried out on a wooden pole, like a pig being taken to slaughter, without any regard for her image.
The villagers following behind didn't understand why Helian Diejin was being treated this way, but seeing the fierce expression on her face, they seemed to grasp the reason.
Such a dangerous woman deserved to be treated like this.
Meanwhile, outside the cave.
The sky was gradually brightening, and clouds were visible on the horizon on the other side of the mountain.
Cen Zhiyuan, Duan Muxing, Qingluan, and Rex, along with some subordinates, followed behind them.
A short distance away were Xu Jingkuan and Cen Jue.
Xu Jingkuan, in his characteristic extravagance, had set up a luxurious tent next to his helicopter and was now sitting inside, elegantly enjoying coffee.
Cen Jue sat in a chair, his face stern, his gaze fixed on the cave entrance.
"You've been standing there for so long. Who are you trying to impress? I always thought Lingru chose you because you had some extraordinary qualities, but now it seems your only extraordinary quality is your ability to pretend, moving yourself and others."
Xu Jingkuan's tone was filled with sarcasm. For him, the fact that his boss, whom he had protected for so many years, was ultimately "stolen" by Cen Jue was an insurmountable obstacle.
Therefore, every time Xu Jingkuan saw Cen Jue, he couldn't help but mock him.
"But in the end, I got what I wanted. You're just like a dog in the manger, wanting what you can't have!"
Cen Jue glanced lazily at Xu Jingkuan. Seeing the arrogant and smug expression on his face, he couldn't resist retorting.
Xu Jingkuan's blood pressure clearly began to surge early in the morning.
"What do you mean you got what you wanted? I remember Lingru gave birth to a child for me, right? What does it matter if you're with Lingru? Did Lingru give birth to a child for you in the end? You're not afraid of being laughed at!"
Xu Jingkuan and Cen Jue's eyes locked, and it seemed like sparks were flying in the air.
As for Cen Zhiyuan, she looked helplessly at the two men behind her. Their combined age was over a hundred, yet they were arguing like children!
And Cen Jue was her uncle!
Of course, Cen Zhiyuan found this kind of uncle quite good. At least he seemed more human. In the past, Cen Jue had felt like a walking corpse to Cen Zhiyuan.
Besides needing to eat and drink, the man seemed to have no other needs and would rarely engage in conversation, let alone arguments.
"It's about time they came out, isn't it? I wonder if Helian Diejin was in the cave, and if Zhou Jinbai and the others encountered any danger."
Cen Zhiyuan muttered to herself. Duan Muxing, sitting in his wheelchair, heard her and explained in a calm tone, "All exits from this place were blocked, and so many people were sent to search. Since Helian Diejin hasn't been found yet, this cave is the most likely location. Many people went into the cave, so I suspect they have already encountered Helian Diejin."
Duan Muxing was incredibly intelligent; he seemed to be able to predict everything in the world.
However, because of this, Duan Muxing had always been more mature than children his age, and had lost much of his childhood joy.
"If Lin Xingwan gets her revenge this time, and you get yours, what are your plans? Do you still want Lin Xingwan to be with you? I'm curious, how did you convince Lin Xingwan to leave you?" Cen Zhiyuan had always known how deep the feelings between Lin Xingwan and Zhou Jinbai were. But Duan Muxing's appearance and ability to persuade Lin Xingwan to leave Zhou Jinbai made Cen Zhiyuan suspect he had used some trick.
"That's my business. I think instead of being curious about my affairs, you should think more about yourself. I don't recall you being such a busybody?"
Duan Muxing retorted, then cast a teasing glance at Rex, who was standing behind Cen Zhiyuan.
Rex was of mixed heritage. Although he had the appearance of a Chinese man, his eyes were like those of a wolf in the forest, filled with untamed pride.
After Cen Zhiyuan rescued Rex, strangely, he only trusted her. Even when he saw his father, Moses, Rex showed little emotion!
To ensure Rex received proper treatment, Rex's family had recently informed Cen Zhiyuan that if she agreed to let Rex stay by her side, the Rex family would cooperate with the Cen family!
It was known that the Rex family had developed rapidly in recent years, and their history was even longer than that of the Cen family. Such a powerful family cooperating with the Cen family was undoubtedly a great honor for the Censes.
Therefore, Cen Zhiyuan agreed to Mr. Moses' request to always bring Rex with her, wherever she went. Even at night, Rex slept in Cen Zhiyuan's villa. After all, there were many empty rooms in the villa, and adding Rex wouldn't be a problem!
"I can't help it. He's a walking money tree. And in this world, who would dislike having more money?"
Cen Zhiyuan's tone held a hint of helplessness.
Although Cen Zhiyuan was born into a privileged family and received the best education, she was not a pampered princess. In fact, over the years, while creating significant profits for her family, Cen Zhiyuan had also endured much hardship.
Cen Zhiyuan had a characteristic: she preferred to work alone in everything she did!
Having Rex follow her like a shadow made Cen Zhiyuan feel uncomfortable.
"That's true. After all, no one in this world dislikes having more money. However, Rex seems quite capable. Perhaps you two might have some entanglements."
Duan Muxing said this with sincerity in his eyes.
He had met many different kinds of people over the years. Among them, besides Zhou Jinbai, Rex was the one who left a deep impression on him.
This man was intelligent, wise, and ambitious. He was even found after being kidnapped for so many years.
However, the harm inflicted on Rex's mind and body by the criminals over the years was too profound. It would take Rex a long time to recover.
"Are you joking? How could Rex and I have any entanglements?" Cen Zhiyuan felt as if she had heard a huge joke. After she spoke, Rex, standing beside her, looked at Cen Zhiyuan but quickly averted his gaze.
A fleeting emotion flashed in his eyes, but it was too quick for anyone to catch!
"They're coming out." Qingluan, who had been silent beside Duan Muxing, spoke up as soon as she saw figures appearing at the cave entrance.
Everyone's gaze turned to the cave entrance. As the sky fully brightened, Lin Xingwan and Zhou Jinbai emerged hand in hand from the cave.
The mask Lin Xingwan had worn was gone, and a long-lost smile graced her face.
Upon seeing Duan Muxing, Lin Xingwan did not let go of Zhou Jinbai's hand. Instead, she naturally walked towards Duan Muxing.
"I didn't expect you to be here too. Duan Muxing, I've completed the task you gave me. Look, I still have the necklace you gave me! Am I great!"
After Lin Xingwan spoke, a smile as warm as spring bloomed on Duan Muxing's face. "Yes, you are great. You have perfectly completed the task I gave you."
Duan Muxing finished speaking, and Lin Xingwan's smile became even brighter.
However, Zhou Jinbai, standing beside Lin Xingwan, was not in a good mood.
Seeing Lin Xingwan's radiant smile directed at Duan Muxing, he felt as if a jar of vinegar had been overturned in his heart.
Why did his wife need to be praised by another man?
Did his own praise not satisfy his wife's vanity?
Thinking this, Zhou Jinbai cast an impolite glance at Duan Muxing. His wife was so pure and kind; Duan Muxing, this scheming man, must have deliberately seduced her.
"Wife, you are truly amazing. I, Zhou Jinbai, am so happy to marry such an excellent wife." Zhou Jinbai also began to praise Lin Xingwan, but he found that his praise did not bring his wife as much joy as Duan Muxing's.
Had his wife fallen out of love with him during their separation?