Chapter 240 - 239: Noticing Something Wrong
"It’s nothing, I’ve been wanting to rest lately. The pressure from years of work is taking a toll on my body, and I just want a few quiet days."
When Gu Haijun spoke, his eyes seemed a bit uneasy. Chen Tianlong could tell from his face that he probably hadn’t slept well last night, as his eyes were a bit swollen and red.
"Haha, as long as there’s nothing wrong, then we’ll take our leave."
Mr. Hu made a gesture of farewell and left with Chen Tianlong.
"Hmm, no need to see us off! Butler, see them out."
Gu Haijun was somewhat listless and naturally didn’t bother to show much courtesy.
As the two reached the door, the middle-aged man from before came over to see them off. Chen Tianlong already sensed that something was amiss, so he intentionally asked, "Sir, it’s so quiet in the courtyard. Doesn’t Master Gu have any children?"
"Well... there’s a daughter named Gu Mei, but she’s been studying in the Capital City and only comes home two or three times a year..." The middle-aged man probably wasn’t aware of Gu Haijun’s situation.
"I see, then we’ll be going."
Chen Tianlong seemed to have understood something, and the two turned around to leave.
However, they didn’t actually leave but sat in the car for a while. Chen Tianlong suddenly said, "Mr. Hu, do you have anyone in the Capital City?"
"Yes, we have a branch company there, and also a secret intelligence group. What’s up, Chen Tianlong?"
Mr. Hu asked somewhat puzzled.
"That’s great. Contact the intelligence group right now and help me check on Gu Mei’s current situation!"
Chen Tianlong didn’t explain further.
He had just noticed that Gu Haijun seemed physically fine, but his expression suggested he was worried about something. If it wasn’t that he himself was threatened, then it must be that there was a problem with his family.
The most crucial point was that his daughter was studying in the Capital City, which happened to be the headquarters of the Celestial Wolf Gang, and the Hao Family was intricately connected with the Celestial Wolf Gang.
Thus, it’s very likely that the entire situation was orchestrated by people from the Hao Family.
"Alright, I’ll get someone to check it out immediately."
Though Mr. Hu didn’t know what Chen Tianlong intended to do, he knew he wasn’t just being nosy for nothing.
About ten minutes later, a message came through on the phone....
"I’ve heard that Gu Mei has been missing for two days, and the police in the Capital City are searching diligently. It’s estimated that she’s been kidnapped, but it’s strange that if it’s a kidnapping, how come Gu Haijun acts as if nothing’s happened," Mr. Hu asked in confusion.
"Heh, Mr. Hu, that’s exactly the issue, Gu Haijun is part of the problem," Chen Tianlong said with a smile without further explanation.
"Hiss... Chen Tianlong, do you mean...."
"Exactly, I need to contact Mr. Lin, have him dispatch some experts from Tianshu Manor, and arrange five plane tickets for me. I need to make a trip to the Capital City...."
Chen Tianlong was quick-witted, leaving Mr. Hu somewhat stunned, yet Mr. Hu was perceptive enough not to ask too many questions since time was limited and things needed to be resolved quickly.
"Alright."
Mr. Hu nodded and started arranging the flight tickets.
Meanwhile, Chen Tianlong dialed Lin Batian’s number. After a brief exchange, Lin Batian understood the situation and sent Chen Tianlong his father-in-law Sima Dong’s contact number.
He believed that Chen Tianlong’s current status at Tianshu Manor carried more weight. With even the leader of the Black Panther Assassin Group as his mentor, who would dare not listen to him.
Two minutes later, Chen Tianlong dialed the Manor Master Sima Dong’s number, and after a few moments, the call was picked up.
"Hello, who is this?"
An elderly, robust voice came from the other end.
"Is it Grandmaster Sima Dong? This is Chen Tianlong, you know...."
"Ah, Chen Tianlong, haha, no need to explain, how could I forget you, young man? Your master Fang Yan has been missing you.... So, what’s the matter this time?"
Ever since Chen Tianlong became an apprentice to Fang Yan, he and Sima Dong had occupied similar circles, so their conversations bore little reservation.
"Grandmaster Sima, it’s like this, I need to hire three of your experts, I have some troubles to sort out." Chen Tianlong got straight to the point.
"Haha, why use the word ’hire’? Your status now is different; as the apprentice of Fang Yan and thus Little Master of the Black Panther Assassin Group, you can command them as you wish. Here’s what I’ll do, I’ll give you Uncle Sima Fei’s number, you can directly contact him to arrange everything, he knows your current status."
Sima Dong dared not put on airs; Chen Tianlong was not only the Little Master but also someone with exceptional skills, destined to be the excellent successor of the Black Panther Assassin Group, perhaps even its future leader.
"Alright, Grandmaster, please go ahead."
Chen Tianlong didn’t delay any further and got to the matter at hand.
In no time, Chen Tianlong used the number given by Sima Dong to call Sima Fei, the manager of the Black Panther Assassin Group. Upon knowing it was Chen Tianlong, Sima Fei immediately agreed.
Moreover, he promptly dispatched three top-class experts to rush to the airport.
Around 1 PM, Chen Tianlong met the three experts at the airport, who were the absolute main force of the Black Panther Assassin Group. Since Little Master was on a mission, they couldn’t be too stingy and were sent the best.
Wei Li was the team leader among the three, with a sincere demeanor and an amiable appearance. He was an ancient martial cultivator, though his exact strength was temporarily unknown. Another was somewhat aloof, known as the Cold-faced Killer, Bao.
The last one often wore an unwavering smile, yet his face often belied hidden murderous intent, this person was named Zhang Xiao.
All three were ancient martial cultivators, with their exact combat power unknown.
"Greetings to Little Master, Wei Li, Bao, and Zhang Xiao are at your service!" Wei Li said respectfully with fists held, speaking on behalf of the group.
"No need to be so formal, just call me Chen Tianlong, I’m not used to being addressed otherwise."
Chen Tianlong felt slightly overwhelmed by the enthusiasm of these people, but he understood that all this favor was because of his master Fang Yan.
"Hehe, alright, we’ll call you Chen Tianlong then."
Wei Li was very smart, knowing one’s limitations, and when the Little Master states his preferences, it’s best to follow.
"Hehe, alright then... let’s set off, I’ll brief you on the details once we get to the Capital City." Chen Tianlong thought the airport was too crowded for discussions and planned to settle down in a hotel for a detailed conversation.
"Alright, Chen Tianlong."
Wei Li nodded, efficient and straightforward, the three trailing closely behind Chen Tianlong as they boarded the plane moments later.
This time, there was no melodrama on the plane, and the tense situation left Chen Tianlong on edge, knowing that one misstep could ruin everything.
If it was indeed the Celestial Wolf Gang that had orchestrated the kidnapping, rescuing people from their grasp would be no easy task.