in2ebook Chapter 441 Think of another way
Chapter 441 Think of another way
Cao Lei sighed and said, "Let's wait and see. The situation in Lingyuan City is becoming more and more complicated. We must act with caution." There was a hint of fatigue and worry in his voice, as if he had foreseen the difficult situation that the Cao family would face in the future.
After Chen Xin'er led Xu Tian and Chen Yu out of the Cao family's gate, the sunlight shone upon them, but it couldn't dispel the gloom in their hearts. Xu Tian said somewhat dissatisfiedly, "Xiner, why don't you let me speak? Maybe they'll change their minds." His eyes revealed a hint of unwillingness and doubt, and he waved his hands in the air, as if venting his emotions.
Chen Xiner stopped and looked back at Xu Tian and Chen Yu, her eyes revealing a hint of calmness and wisdom: "Xu Tian, you are too impulsive. The Cao family is in trouble now, and they will not easily take the risk of sheltering us. What we have to do now is to find a way to deal with tonight's banquet, rather than pinning our hopes on the Cao family." Her voice was firm and powerful, which made people involuntarily convinced.
Xu Tian asked in a hoarse and low voice, "Xiner, the Cao family is unwilling to help, what should we do?" There was a hint of helplessness in his words, and his hands clenched into fists unconsciously, his knuckles turning white from the force, as if this would allow him to grasp the hope that was slipping away rapidly.
Chen Xin'er tilted her head slightly, facing the blood-red setting sun, her eyes revealing a hint of resilience and calmness. She bit her lower lip lightly, as if pondering a response. After a moment, she slowly said, "Don't panic. Since the Cao family can't help, let's go back and wait for tonight's banquet." Her voice was gentle but firm, as if she had found a sense of direction in the chaotic situation. She folded her hands lightly in front of her, trying to steady herself and convey a sense of composure to Xu Tian and Chen Yu. However, a subtle worry lingered deep in her eyes. After all, tonight's banquet was fraught with danger. A single misstep could lead to irretrievable disaster.
Upon hearing this, Chen Yu's face lit up with anxiety and worry. He paused unconsciously, his eyes widening as he asked, "Xin'er, if we go out like this tonight, wouldn't that be like walking into a tiger's mouth?" His eyes were filled with fear, and he rubbed the corners of his clothes with his hands, as if he could already see the dangerous scene unfolding before him. Beads of sweat formed on his forehead, gleaming in the afterglow of the setting sun, a reflection of his inner tension.
Chen Xin'er shook her head slightly, a look of reassurance in her eyes. She patted Chen Yu's shoulder gently and said softly, "Brother Yu, don't worry. Let's go back and think of a solution." She looked at Chen Yu with a determined gaze, trying to give him some courage. At the same time, her mind was rapidly thinking of countermeasures, but for a moment, she couldn't think of any foolproof plan. Her heartbeat unconsciously quickened, and an unprecedented pressure enveloped her, but she knew that she had to remain calm at this moment, otherwise everyone would fall into despair.
Xu Tian's face was filled with regret. He slammed his thighs with both hands and blamed himself, saying, "This is all my fault. If I hadn't acted impulsively, nothing like this would have happened." His eyes were filled with self-blame and remorse, and his facial muscles twitched slightly. He kept blaming himself for his reckless behavior, which had put everyone in such a dangerous situation. He thought back to his impulsive behavior at the Li family yesterday and wished he could turn back time and make a new choice.
Chen Xin'er stepped forward and gently patted Xu Tian's shoulder again, her eyes revealing a hint of heartache and comfort. She said, "Xu Tian, it's not your fault. The conflict caused by the Li family's attitude is unavoidable. Don't worry, there will always be a solution." Her voice was gentle and soothing, like a spring breeze, trying to calm Xu Tian's inner turmoil. However, wasn't she also feeling uneasy? She just didn't want Xu Tian to feel more guilty, so she pretended to be calm.
Xu Tian nodded slightly, took a deep breath, and seemed to be trying to calm himself. Although Chen Xiner's comfort reassured him, he knew that things were not that simple. Danger still loomed over their heads and could strike at any time. He looked up at the sky. The blood-red setting sun was gradually sinking in the west, and darkness was about to cover the earth. Just like their current situation, the future was dark and filled with unknown fears.
The three of them returned to the inn in silence. The inn was filled with noise, and the travelers' laughter and chatter sounded particularly harsh to Xu Tian and the other two. They returned to their room and closed the door, shutting out the noisy world.
A gloomy atmosphere permeated the room. Xu Tian sat on the edge of the bed, his head in his hands, his eyes fixed on the ground, his thoughts drifting away. He replayed the events of the past few days in his mind, trying to find a glimmer of hope, but each scene only deepened his despair. He thought of his mission, of those who were still waiting for him, and his guilt and anxiety grew even stronger.
Chen Yu leaned against the window, staring blankly out, his heart constantly praying for a miracle. His hands gripped the window frame tightly, his knuckles white from the strain, as if the window alone offered him a sense of security in this predicament. He gazed out at the bustling streets, the people coming and going, the traffic, yet he felt an immense loneliness and helplessness, as if the three of them were abandoned children in this world, with no one to help, no one to save them.
Chen Xin'er sat at her desk, her chin resting on her hands, her brow furrowed, her eyes fixed in thought. The flickering candlelight illuminated her slightly exhausted yet resolute face. She weighed the pros and cons, trying to formulate a perfect plan, but she rejected each idea one by one. Time ticked by, yet she still had no clue. A hint of fatigue and frustration lingered in her eyes, but she refused to give up, constantly searching her mind for possible solutions.
The sky gradually darkened, and lanterns lit up the street outside the inn. The dim light flickered in the night, a reflection of their uncertain fate. Xu Tian and the other two waited in the room, anxiety and unease thick in the air. Every passing moment felt like a growing burden, but the solution to their problem remained unanswered, seemingly unresolved.
Xu Tian's brow furrowed, his eyes revealing a hint of anxiety and helplessness. He broke the silence and asked in a low voice, "Xin'er, what should we do? Time's almost up. Should we go or not?" His hands unconsciously clenched in his lap, trembling slightly, revealing his inner uneasiness. Beads of sweat formed on his forehead. Despite his efforts to remain calm, his flickering eyes betrayed his inner panic.