Chapter 524: Chapter 523: Dialogue
"Wang Chengcuo and Luo Yong," Qin Yanyang said.
Yang Fei frowned and said coldly, "Why are these two people? When Zhang Wenfeng fled and the Zhang Family was suppressed, didn’t these two disappear without a trace and hide themselves? How are they your people now? Plus, one of them once wanted to kill you, and the other indirectly forced Senior Tong Yan to death, even going to Huangyang County to try to leverage Yang Hao and threaten me—they’re on my must-kill list. How can you use them?"
Yang Fei was a vengeful person. Luo Yong had once pursued Qin Yanyang and even fought against him. If it were not for the powerful combat power demonstrated by the two of them working together that time, he and Qin Yanyang would have died in the deep forests at the border.
As for Wang Chengcuo, that goes without saying.
The enmity between Yang Fei and him originated from Wang Wenqian of the Wang Family in the Provincial City.
At that time, Yang Fei had killed Wang Wenxuan and became enemies with the Wang Family. As it turned out, the biggest supporter was Wang Chengcuo. Wang Chengcuo was overly indulgent towards his disciple, Wang Wenqian, which led him to defend the Wang Family and became enemies with Yang Fei.
Later in the struggle with the Zhang Family, Wang Chengcuo also stood on the side of the Zhang Family.
So now, when Qin Yanyang mentioned Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo, Yang Fei was greatly surprised and psychologically a bit unable to accept it.
"Heh, I knew you would say that."
Qin Yanyang’s voice came through: "But it’s time to employ people now. Precisely because they once chose the wrong side and offended you, they need a chance to make amends."
"No need. I’d rather not trust such people, and I’ve already found my help, so you don’t need to worry about it," Yang Fei said.
He didn’t plan to give Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo any chance.
Qin Yanyang’s voice softened a lot: "Husband, can you do this as a favor for me?"
Yang Fei was a bit baffled by the address ’husband.’
He just heard Qin Yanyang continue, "The Martial Arts World isn’t only about fighting and killing; there’s also the matter of personal relationships. We need to be inclusive and think big."
"Alright, alright, you’re the boss, you make the call," Yang Fei said, seeing Tong Yunshu in the rearview mirror continually glancing at him and speaking into the phone: "If you can forgive Luo Yong, what can I say?"
"Hmm, don’t be upset. It was everyone acting for their masters at that time. Also, if Luo Yong had really decided to kill me from the start, I might not have lasted until you came to rescue me. He did show some mercy. Now, as the Divine Continent urgently needs people, these individuals could still be of use if they adopt the right attitude," Qin Yanyang patiently explained.
"As for Wang Chengcuo, he was originally an instructor in the Military Department. He and the Wang Family have made contributions to the country in the past; people have even pleaded for him before me. Such a person deserves a chance to turn over a new leaf."
Listening to Qin Yanyang patiently explaining, Yang Fei internally admired her magnanimity and foresight.
Truly worthy of the woman who had risen to the position of acting director of the Military Department.
She was already looking at the bigger picture.
As her husband, having promised to support her work, he could not make things difficult for her.
"Got it, I’ll do as you say," Yang Fei said.
Qin Yanyang chuckled and added, "I’m thinking of your interest, too. Once we reach Japan, if we really have to reveal our identities, let these two take the fall. I’ve promised them, neither the Luo Family nor the Wang Family will face retribution."
Yang Fei felt a warmth in his heart.
After all, the wife still cares about him.
She was worried about him facing great dangers going to Japan, and so she used the future of the Luo and Wang Families as leverage to have Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo assist him.
It also gave both men a chance.
At the same time, it also fulfilled a favor to those influential figures who had spoken on behalf of Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo.
"So that’s settled then, they will contact you. Have a smooth journey, husband. I’ll be waiting for your good news at home," Qin Yanyang said, and then hung up the phone.
Yang Fei put away his phone, smiling helplessly as he shook his head.
This wife of mine is too shrewd; I really have no way to handle her.
He and Qin Yanyang’s conversation had not been on speakerphone, but both Zhu Tianshou and the present Tong Yunshu in the car had extraordinary hearing and had heard every word of their conversation.
Zhu Tianshou sighed, "Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo once had such glory, being among the Eight Great National Level Strongmen in the Divine Continent. It’s unexpected that they would end up in such a situation now."
"The path is made by one’s own steps, who else can you blame?" Yang Fei said indifferently.
Zhu Tianshou nodded, looked at Yang Fei, and smiled, "One’s journey in life indeed calls for some fortune. Had I not met you, I would still be paralyzed in bed. As for Qin Yanyang’s decision, I think there is no problem. She prioritizes the bigger picture. After all, Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo are treasured talents in the Divine Continent Martial World. If she can utilize them, it would also be an additional help for the entirety of the Divine Continent in the future."
Although Yang Fei was not pleased with Luo Yong and Wang Chengcuo, he had to admit that Zhu Tianshou was right.
In managing the overall situation, Qin Yanyang was indeed admirable.
The phone rang again.
It was an unknown number.
Yang Fei answered and heard a vaguely familiar voice, "Is... cough cough, is this Yang Fei? It’s Wang Chengcuo."
"It’s me," Yang Fei said.
"Luo Yong and I are together. We are reporting to you as per Minister Qin’s orders. We don’t know where you are, but is it convenient to meet?" Wang Chengcuo, aside from some initial awkwardness, quickly adjusted his attitude, and his voice sounded very calm.
Even though Yang Fei fundamentally disliked this man, since he had accepted his wife’s arrangement, he would not make it difficult for him, and said, "Where are you guys?"
"Imperial City."
"Head to Japan Osaka as quickly as possible, and contact me once you arrive," Yang Fei said and then hung up the phone.
"These two are quite proactive," Yang Fei chuckled.
Zhu Tianshou sighed, "Even as Innate Realm Cultivators, who stand high above, in the face of a powerful national machine, and with concerns in their hearts as well as a massive family to care for behind them, they must also bow their heads."
Thinking of the people and matters he has concerns for, Yang Fei silently nodded, "Indeed, everyone has their weaknesses."
After Tong Yunshu saw the two off to the airport and admonished them to be careful, they entered the terminal and she reluctantly departed.
That afternoon, Yang Fei and Zhu Tianshou arrived in Japan Osaka.
The Umekawa family was located within the territory of Osaka.
After getting off the plane, Yang Fei first contacted Xu Yunshan, but the phone was out of service area, so Yang Fei knew that he and his brothers must be on a plane.
As for Wang Chengcuo and Luo Yong, Yang Fei had no plans to contact them proactively.
Zhu Tianshou knew the location of the Umekawa Family. The two did not give prior notice to Umekawa Taro and headed straight to the Umekawa family estate.
At that time, Osaka was enveloped in the rainy season.
A fine rain had been falling continuously for a day and a night with no sign of stopping.
A layer of cloud hung over the skies of the Umekawa family estate, never dispersing.
The ancient estate was immersed in an atmosphere of desolation and sorrow, with piles of white paper and wreaths forming circles; all the juniors of the family were dressed in black, with a white vine ribbon tied on their heads, wearing expressions of heavy sorrow as they mourned the deceased of their clan.
In a chamber within the main family courtyard, Umekawa Taro was kneeling opposite a woman.
This woman was his birth mother, Fujiwara Hosokai.
The mother and son were conversing in Japanese.
"Now, you are the only one in the clan capable of taking on great responsibilities. If you do not assume the position of the clan leader, what will become of our people? The heritage of the Umekawa family, which has been passed down for hundreds of years, will also fall into the hands of outsiders," Fujiwara Hosokai pleaded earnestly.
Since the shocking changes in the clan, Fujiwara Hosokai had discussed the matter of the clan leader with her youngest son multiple times; today was the seventh discussion.
Umekawa Taro did not continue along his mother’s lines, but instead asked, "Before the incidents with Grandfather and my elder brother, Mother called me, saying something had happened at home and that I should come back immediately. I never expected to return home only to encounter these vexing matters. Now that I have a moment, may I ask what exactly had happened in the clan, as mentioned over the phone before?"