Mainland Martial Arts

Chapter 309 Comforting Huang Yu

Jin Haoming came to his senses, a wave of fear welling up in his heart. He suddenly realized that this was the eunuchs' quarters, known for their gossipmongering. If word of this were to spread from here, it would spread like wildfire throughout the palace and even the entire world, causing a massive uproar. He looked at Lin Feng and said sternly, "General Lin, you are reckless! How can you say such a thing out loud here? The Star Blade, ranked third on the weapon rankings, has inestimable value and influence, enough to drive the entire world into a frenzy." His eyes betrayed a hint of reproach and deep worry, his brow furrowed, and beads of sweat even formed on his forehead.

Chen Yu also said anxiously, "Brother Lin, this matter is of great importance. We should keep our mouths shut. If this news gets out, who knows how many people will covet it, and the situation will be out of control." His eyes were filled with worry. He looked at the eunuchs around him, secretly groaning, regretting not stopping Lin Feng in time. His hands unconsciously clenched, and his body leaned forward slightly, showing his current nervousness.

Lin Feng smiled slightly, with a cunning flash in his eyes. He pretended to be grateful and said to the two of them: "Thank you, Commander Jin and Brother Chen, for your reminder. I was reckless." His tone was sincere, but when the two of them were not paying attention, an imperceptible smile appeared at the corner of Lin Feng's mouth. There seemed to be some deep meaning hidden in that smile, just like a chess player who placed a key piece on the chessboard. Everything was in his plan.

Lin Feng and Chen Yu exchanged a glance. Their original purpose in coming to the palace was to retrieve the Star Blade. Now that they knew the Star Blade was no longer in the Emperor's possession, they felt there was no need to meet with him again.

Lin Feng looked at Jin Haoming and clasped his fists, saying, "Commander Jin, since the Star Blade is not with Your Majesty, we will not disturb you any further. We will take our leave now." His tone was sincere, but his eyes revealed an eagerness, as if he could not wait to find the Star Blade. He stood tall and straight, with a determined aura.

Jin Haoming looked at Lin Feng with some doubt, but didn't stop him. "General Lin, since you've made up your mind, go ahead. I hope you can recover the Star Blade soon. If necessary, you can come to the palace again. However, you must be careful. Once news of the Star Blade spreads, all forces will take action. The danger involved cannot be underestimated." His eyes were filled with worry. He knew that Lin Feng was about to face an extremely difficult challenge. He patted Lin Feng on the shoulder, as if to cheer him up.

After bidding farewell to Jin Haoming, Lin Feng and Chen Yu turned and headed out of the palace. Their steps were hurried, each one punctuated by a firm resolve. In the palace corridors, the lights stretched their figures outward, as if bidding them farewell. Their figures gradually shrank in the light, but that aura of determination still permeated the air.

Leaving the palace, the air outside instantly made Lin Feng and Chen Yu feel much fresher. The night capital was serene, with only the occasional night watchman's drum and the distant barking of dogs. A gentle breeze blew by, bringing a hint of coolness and dispelling the tension they had felt within the palace. But they knew this was only superficial calm; once news of the Star Blade spread, this tranquility would be shattered.

They did not stop and headed straight for Anyuan Hall in Xixuan City. Along the way, neither of them spoke, but they were both thinking about the whereabouts of the Star Blade and the Cao family's conspiracy.

Lin Feng and Chen Yu appeared at the entrance of Anyuan Hall, their steps hurried and chaotic, their eyes filled with fatigue and worry. Before they could even stand firm, Huang Yu, the doctor from Anyuan Hall, came rushing over in a panic. His face was as pale as paper, beads of sweat dripping down his forehead. His lips trembled, and he knelt before Lin Feng, his hands tightly grasping the corner of Lin Feng's clothes.

"Sir, I... I am guilty!" Huang Yu's voice was filled with tears, and his eyes were full of self-blame and regret. "Miss Chen disappeared in my shop. It was all my negligence. I... I am to blame for this." He buried his head deeply in the ground, his body shaking constantly, as if waiting for Lin Feng's punishment.

Lin Feng quickly bent down and helped Huang Yu to his feet. His eyes held no trace of blame, only deep understanding and tolerance. He placed his hands on Huang Yu's shoulders and spoke in a sincere and gentle tone, "Doctor Huang, what are you doing? Get up quickly. Xin'er's disappearance is not your fault. We all know that many eyes are watching her from the shadows. They are so deliberate and scheming, it's hard to guard against them."

Chen Yu also nodded hurriedly. He walked over and patted Huang Yu on the back, comforting him softly: "Yes, Doctor Huang, don't be like this. You have been doing your best, and we have all seen it. This is not a situation you can control, so don't blame yourself anymore." There was a hint of helplessness in his eyes. Everyone was heartbroken about Chen Xiner's disappearance.

However, Huang Yu still couldn't let it go. Tears welled up in his eyes and he said in a choked voice, "No, if I had paid more attention and arranged more people to protect her, Miss Chen would not... would not have disappeared. I deserve to die!" He broke free from Lin Feng's support and was about to kneel down again. The pain on his face became more and more intense.

Lin Feng held Huang Yu's arm tightly to prevent him from kneeling again. His expression was serious and firm: "Doctor Huang, you are a doctor, and it is your mission to save the world. Xin'er's matter is the conspiracy of those evil people and has nothing to do with you. We can't lose our composure now. The most urgent thing is to find a way to find her." His eyes were bright and firm, and that firm look was like a ray of light, illuminating Huang Yu's panicked and self-blaming heart.

After repeated persuasion from Lin Feng and Chen Yu, Huang Yu's emotions gradually calmed down. The group gathered in a corner of the hall, gathered together, and began to discuss countermeasures. The candlelight flickered between them, illuminating the solemnity on each of their faces.

After chatting for a long time, Lin Feng stood up and walked towards Xu Tian's room. The room was filled with the strong smell of medicine, which was a bit pungent and mixed with an oppressive atmosphere. Xu Tian lay in bed, staring blankly at the ceiling. He heard the door open and turned his head with difficulty. A glimmer of hope flashed in his eyes.

"Lin Feng, is that you? Xin'er...is there any news? Have you found her?" Xu Tian struggled to sit up, but his injuries were too severe. The slightest movement made the wound feel as painful as if it were torn apart. His brows were tightly furrowed, and veins bulged on his forehead.

Lin Feng hurried to the bedside, gently held Xu Tian down, and let him lie down, his eyes full of heartache: "Xu Tian, ​​don't move, be careful of your wound. Xin'er is still missing, but don't worry, we will find her. The most important thing now is to heal your wound. Only when we are all intact and go to find her together, will the chances of success be greater." His voice was low and powerful, and every word was like a reassurance, trying to soothe Xu Tian's panicked heart.