Peach Blossom Divine Medical God Chapter 1926 - 1920: Farewell to Chen Tianmin
Previously on Peach Blossom Divine Medical God...
As the exact arrival time of Chen Tianmin remained uncertain, Chen Yang and Wang Jingman, overcome by hunger, decided to order some dinner.
The meal was substantial, featuring a variety of meat, fish, and seafood dishes.
By the time they concluded their meal, the clock had already passed midnight.
Merely two to three hours had elapsed since they had allowed the members of the enemy alliance to depart.
Glancing at the time, Chen Yang opted to wait a little longer.
Consequently, he selected another movie for Wang Jingman and himself to watch.
When the movie concluded, it was approximately two or three in the morning, yet there was still no sign of anyone arriving.
Observing the absence of any visitors, Chen Yang began to lose hope.
It was possible that something had gone awry during the process, or perhaps Chen Tianmin was preoccupied with other pressing matters, leading to his non-appearance.
However, just as he was contemplating retiring for the night, a knock echoed at the door.
Thump thump...
The sound was faint and deliberate, as if testing the waters.
"Someone's here!"
Wang Jingman, having endured the long wait alongside Chen Yang, was equally on edge and immediately turned to him upon hearing the knock.
Chen Yang, too, had heard the sound.
Yet, he did not hasten to open the door, choosing instead to pause for a moment.
Thump thump...
As the knocking sounded once more, he rose, slipped on his shoes, and proceeded to open the door.
Upon opening it, four individuals were revealed standing outside!
The two men from before, the woman Chen Yang had apprehended, and leading them was none other than his uncle, Chen Tianmin!
"Yang Zi, it truly is you!"
Chen Tianmin, upon seeing Chen Yang standing there, expressed a mixture of surprise and delight! He was visibly taken aback.
After examining the note and hearing the woman's account, he found the situation astonishing, as he had not disclosed any information about the enemy alliance to Chen Yang and had no idea how Chen Yang had managed to locate him.
At the time, it had seemed like an impossible feat.
Nevertheless, he had still made the journey.
"Uncle!"
Chen Yang, seeing Chen Tianmin, was equally thrilled! To think he had found him so swiftly.
"Yang Zi, this isn't the place for conversation; let's head inside first." Chen Tianmin, while pleased, also exhibited caution, glancing outside briefly before quickly stepping into the room.
Chen Yang understood; given the prevalence of spies from the Blood Bat Hall, any exposure would undoubtedly lead to significant trouble.
"Alright, please come in."
Chen Yang promptly moved aside, gesturing for Chen Tianmin and the others to enter his room.
After ensuring that the hallway outside was deserted, he closed and secured the door.
Once inside, Chen Tianmin and his companions visibly relaxed their guard, removing the masks and baseball caps they had used for their disguise.
"Yang Zi, it’s really you. I heard from Xiran that it was you, but I found it hard to believe. How did you ascertain my involvement with the enemy alliance?" Chen Tianmin inquired, his gaze fixed on Chen Yang, a look of deep curiosity on his face.
He was, without a doubt, profoundly surprised.
"It's quite a lengthy story; let's all sit down and discuss it."
Chen Yang indicated the sofa, inviting them to sit.
"Certainly."
Aware that a substantial discussion awaited them, Chen Tianmin, along with the others, took their seats.
Following their seating, introductions commenced.
Chen Tianmin initiated the introductions.
"Yang Zi, as fate would have it, the three individuals you encountered today are members under my recent command. Allow me to introduce them."
"This is Pei Yong."
"Greetings."
Pei Yong, the burly man, possessed a towering physique, resembling an unmoving wall.
"Hello."
Chen Yang offered a polite greeting in return.
Chen Tianmin then proceeded to introduce the other two, He Xiran and Cao Zhenghao.
Once all introductions were concluded, the conversation between uncle and nephew began.
Initially, Chen Tianmin sought to understand how Chen Yang had managed to find him.
Chen Yang provided a concise explanation of how he had obtained the necessary information.
Upon hearing Chen Yang's account, Chen Tianmin's brow furrowed slightly.
"I hadn't anticipated that anyone within the provincial capital would be aware of our enemy alliance's operational vicinity..." Chen Tianmin directed his gaze towards Pei Yong and the others, his expression tinged with concern.
He appeared somewhat uneasy.
Chen Yang, perceiving their disquiet, quickly interjected: "The elderly gentleman at the grocery store harbored no ill intentions. He simply provided directions, recognizing me as a familiar face. However, you must remain vigilant moving forward; it's understandable."
Chen Tianmin nodded in agreement: "Indeed, caution is paramount. Had it not been for you today, these three would have found themselves in grave danger."
While Chen Tianmin's statement was directed at Chen Yang, it also served as a pointed reminder to Pei Yong and the others.
Pei Yong and his companions offered awkward smiles, unable to voice any dissent.
They now recognized the formidable combat capabilities Chen Yang possessed, his cultivation far surpassing their own.
Had Chen Yang been affiliated with the Blood Bat Hall at that juncture, they would have stood no chance against him.
"Uncle Chen, it was indeed our negligence. We shall exercise greater vigilance henceforth," He Xiran stated, her tone laced with awkwardness.
He Xiran was the woman Chen Yang had previously apprehended.
Now aware that Chen Yang was not an adversary, her previously frigid demeanor completely vanished, replaced by a warmth that starkly contrasted with the person he had encountered earlier.
"Xiran, your animosity towards Blood Bat Hall is understandable, but your impulsive charge was unacceptable. Our enemy alliance has persisted this long due to our careful conduct; without it, we would never have managed to remain in the provincial capital." Chen Tianmin seized the moment to impart his wisdom.
Given Chen Tianmin’s esteemed position, his words resonated deeply with Xiran and the others, who readily concurred.
Following their assent, Chen Tianmin offered a nod, not adding further remarks.
Then, Chen Yang posed his inquiry.
Chen Tianmin’s abrupt departure had left Chen Yang perplexed.
Having finally encountered Chen Tianmin, Chen Yang was naturally eager for clarification.
"Uncle, why did you leave so suddenly? Did something transpire?" Chen Yang inquired.
Chen Tianmin turned, fixing his gaze upon Chen Yang: "Yang Zi, the risk undertaken to be here today was precisely to address this matter..."
For the subsequent thirty minutes, Chen Tianmin meticulously detailed the events of the incident.
It transpired that four months prior, after suffering betrayal by a mole, Chen Tianmin had indeed resolved to retire to Liuhe Village, living as a commoner.
Unexpectedly, just over a month ago, he was discovered by members of the enemy alliance.
They then informed him of the occurrences from four months prior.
At that juncture, Chen Tianmin remained oblivious to the betrayal orchestrated by a traitor during that operation.
It was only after receiving this information that he became aware of the treachery.
"To be perfectly candid, your uncle loathes traitors above all else. How could I simply act as though nothing had occurred? That is precisely why I journeyed to the provincial capital without informing you."
"Initially, my hope was to conclude this within a fortnight, but it has become protracted, thus preventing me from having the opportunity to notify you."
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Following Chen Tianmin’s comprehensive account, Chen Yang’s comprehension of the situation sharpened considerably.
His return was solely to aid the enemy alliance in apprehending the traitor.
Due to the traitor remaining at large, Chen Tianmin had never returned to Liuhe Village, instead remaining within the provincial capital.
"Brother Chen Yang, the Vice Alliance Hierarch occupies a pivotal position within our alliance. We are incapable of functioning without him. We implore you to persuade him to remain; the blood feud against Blood Bat Hall must not go unavenged."
Pei Yong interjected suddenly.
Hearing this, Chen Yang grasped that his uncle had genuinely been contemplating departing the enemy alliance and abandoning their quest for vengeance.