Chapter 411: Chapter 410: Master Calls
According to the customs of his hometown, after someone’s death, the descendants needed to stay at home for a few days, visiting the grave every evening to place lantern grass.
Yang Fei, Yang Hao, Yang Wen, and Huang Qiaoqiao spent every day at home accompanying Li Guiju.
Li Guiju, having lost her husband in middle age, naturally suffered a great blow. Her mental state had deteriorated significantly, and she had become much more haggard.
But without her husband, she became the head of the family; life had to go on for those still living, so she gathered herself, even consoling Yang Hao and Yang Wen, and apologetically saying to Huang Qiaoqiao that the two were supposed to be married next year, but now, with the death of a father in the family, their wedding might have to be postponed.
As the year’s end approached, according to the original plan, the wedding of Yang Fei and Qin Yanyang was only a few days away. But now, with the death of his uncle, and since it was because of him, both he and Qin Yanyang tacitly agreed not to mention the matter of getting married.
Even the Imperial City Qin Family had released a statement, saying that Qin Yanyang would not get married this year.
Three days later, Yang Fei, Yang Hao, and Huang Qiaoqiao took Yang Wen to the airport.
Yang Wen had taken a long leave; the family matters had been settled, and she needed to go back to continue her studies.
Just before boarding the plane, Yang Wen said to Yang Fei, "Brother, I have a few words I want to say to you."
Yang Fei was taken aback and looked up at her.
Yang Wen smiled slightly and said, "Let’s talk over there."
Yang Hao said with a curl of his lip, "Still whispering secrets, huh?"
Huang Qiaoqiao surreptitiously pinched his arm to stop him from interrupting.
Yang Fei and Yang Wen walked to a corner of the departure hall.
"Brother, I admittedly did blame you before. I felt that if it weren’t for you, our dad wouldn’t have died, but I’ve come to terms with it now. No matter what troubles you’ve caused outside, we are still your family. If dad were alive and knew I blamed you, he would definitely not forgive me. I want to apologize first; I really don’t blame you at all now. Do you believe me?" Yang Wen looked at Yang Fei with sincere eyes.
Although Yang Fei was a martial arts expert, he had some difficulty controlling his emotions. Knowing that Yang Wen had hated him for the past few days, he didn’t quite know how to react when he heard her say this, but he felt a warm gratitude, appreciating her comforting him like this.
"I wanted to tell you, don’t carry any burden in your heart. Even if I, or mom, and Brother Yang Hao get dragged into your issues again in the future, we won’t blame you because we are a family. United we stand, divided we fall. All that matters to me is that my brother is an honest man, who has never done anything against society. As for what those bad people think or do, that’s their business, not something you’re responsible for," Yang Wen continued.
Yang Fei was profoundly moved, and he opened his arms wide.
Yang Wen smiled and leaned in to hug her older brother.
The siblings embraced each other, and a determined and stubborn light flashed through Yang Fei’s eyes.
He swore never to let his family suffer because of him again.
Gently patting Yang Wen’s back, Yang Fei said softly, "Focus on your studies. With Yang Hao and Huang Qiaoqiao here, they’ll take good care of your aunt. As for anything else, you shouldn’t worry at all. I can promise you, your brother is definitely not a bad person."
"Mhm, I believe you," Yang Wen nodded.
...
Imperial City.
The highest base.
Qin Yanyang, dressed in a military uniform, stood tall and proud, like a spear, inside a massive office.
Behind the desk, a man in his sixties with an authoritative face was seriously supporting a newly issued special operations order.
"Qin Yanyang, this move is of great importance. Once the operation starts, it means a complete fallout. Are you clear about the various troubles we’ll face down the line?" the elder asked gravely.
Qin Yanyang replied formally, "Reporting to the commander, Qin Yanyang will follow all orders."
Those who should be concerned are you, not me, Qin Yanyang.
Moreover, wouldn’t various troubles arise in the future even if the operation didn’t start?
If we do not act soon, the situation will only spiral further out of control.
Once all the departments are infiltrated by the Hidden Sect, then at that point, the country will be completely under their control.
The elderly man seemed to have read Qin Yanyang’s thoughts and said solemnly, "After the final decision, we agree to this operation. Remember, behind you is the entire Divine Continent Country, and this operation must be perfectly accomplished."
"Yes, I guarantee to complete the mission!" Qin Yanyang said loudly.
Her gaze was firm, and her beautiful face brimmed with strong confidence.
The interests of Divine Continent outweigh everything.
Anyone who dares to covet the national treasures will be punished by law without exception!
The elderly man handed the operational orders to Qin Yanyang.
Qin Yanyang’s gaze swept over them, seeing the toughness and determination from above.
...
Yang Fei had called Qin Yanyang several times, but her phone was turned off.
He thought for a moment and called Qin Huai’an.
"Grandpa, is Yanyang still in Imperial City?" Yang Fei asked, "I can’t get through to her phone, has something happened?"
Qin Huai’an was silent for a moment and replied, "She is carrying out an important mission."
"What mission?" Yang Fei asked, his heart stirred.
"It’s top secret, I’m not very clear," Qin Huai’an answered.
Yang Fei furrowed his brow.
Qin Huai’an’s voice came again, "There might be a change of situation, but it shouldn’t be anything bad. If you’re worried, come to Imperial City. If something happens, it’s good to have someone to rely on."
Yang Fei agreed.
After dealing with his uncle’s funeral, he was determined to go to the Hidden Sect, but with Qin Yanyang also in trouble, he was very worried and thought of waiting until there was a result on Qin Yanyang’s side before making other plans.
"You’re not caring for your aunt and Yang Hao anymore?"
Seeing Yang Fei decided to go to Imperial City, Wang Lei frowned and reminded him.
Yang Fei pondered briefly, about to speak, when his phone rang.
He took out his phone and his eyes lit up, immediately choosing to answer.
"Master, you finally remembered you have such a disciple?" Yang Fei spoke as soon as he answered the call, his tone carrying a hint of reproach.
"Hey, kid, your wife is too rash, she might cause serious trouble," the Fatty Taoist’s voice came from the phone.
Yang Fei’s expression changed and he asked, "Trouble, what happened?"
"She plans to purge the Hidden Sect’s infiltrators within various departments. This will make her a target of the entire Hidden Sect, and forces from all sides will go against her. It will end very badly for her," the Fatty Taoist said.
Yang Fei’s heart sank.
His identity as a Taoist Inheritor had been leaked, making him a target for the forces of the Hidden Sect, and it could even bring trouble to Qin Yanyang.
He hadn’t expected Qin Yanyang to also become a thorn in the side of the Hidden Sect.
He and Qin Yanyang truly were a perfect match by fate.
"With things having reached this point, being her husband, I’ll face it together with her," Yang Fei said.
"Face it together? Haha, do you think you’re invincible in the world? Even if you’re undefeated personally, the Hidden Sect has countless strong members, and you two alone can’t fight against many. The fate that awaits you..." the Fatty Taoist coughed, "Anyway, you can’t just confront this head-on, you need to find a way to mediate and resolve this slowly."
Yang Fei heard that he seemed to be hiding something, but he didn’t rush to ask, instead asking, "Do you have any ideas?"
Having been unable to contact this elusive master for so long, and now with such a big issue at hand, he took the initiative to contact him, making Yang Fei believe he might have a way to help him resolve the current crisis.