Chapter 249 - 248: Can’t Find Him
Shangguan Ba took the opportunity to recruit people, and Hao Shuai was a promising talent. As his uncle, he had long wanted to bring Hao Shuai into their Pure Yang Martial Arts Hall.
"Haha, it depends on Hao Shuai’s willingness. After all, he has his own business to attend to," Hao Dahai quickly said.
"That’s true. Anyway, if Hao Shuai ever wants to come over, just let me know in advance," Shangguan Ba acquiesced, as cultivation is not something that can be forced.
Even though the situation was urgent, since they were relatives, they stayed for a meal and spent the night, returning the next day.
They were anxious when they went, unsure if Shangguan Ba could resolve the issue, but they returned relaxed. The matter was mostly settled, and they even brought back two elite fighters.
Today is Thursday, and the situation in South Sea City remains grim. Currently, the Lin Family holds control, while Chen Tianlong is slightly unsettled, feeling uneasy with a heavy heart.
Chen Tianlong had an unusual ability; when danger was imminent, he would feel chest tightness and headaches.
"Sigh... looks like changes are about to happen again."
Chen Tianlong got up from the bed in the school, feeling uneasy.
Though South Sea City seemed calm, each power was striving to secure its position. Although the Lin Family was in a leading position, Chen Tianlong recognized the potential threats after this incident.
To stabilize the company, it’s essential to get most of the shares in hand. Only with his own control will he not worry about being overthrown.
Although Gu Haijun was being watched by his people, any accident could result in the three major shareholders being taken away, which would destabilize the company — a concern for Chen Tianlong.
The fourth shareholder, He Tongping, has sold his shares, so he’s not an issue. The remaining is the fifth shareholder, Liang Hongwei. As long as Liang Hongwei is under their control, the situation will stabilize.
After having breakfast, Chen Tianlong drove his Audi to the Lin Group. He had taken leave these days. At such a critical moment, he had no mind for studies, opting to deal with matters first.
Wu Mengting hadn’t seen Chen Tianlong for a while and missed him.
Sometimes she thought she’d rather Chen Tianlong not be a heroic figure, just an ordinary person. Then, he would have plenty of time to spend with her, living a regular couple’s life.
But everyone has their own dreams, and Chen Tianlong was chasing his. Of course, Wu Mengting wouldn’t blame him.
"Wushuang, do you know what Chen Tianlong has been busy with lately? I’m a bit worried," Wu Mengting finally couldn’t help but ask Lin Wushuang over lunch on Wednesday.
"Mengting, this is what’s happening. South Sea City is going to hold the Four Family Selection Meeting. As my father’s temporary bodyguard, he might be busy following him these days, but rest assured, Chen Tianlong will be fine."
Lin Wushuang revealed the truth to Wu Mengting.
"Haha, alright, that’s how it is. I was just worried since he hasn’t been around lately," Wu Mengting, knowing the truth, took a deep breath, feeling pity for Chen Tianlong.
"Feeling heartache, huh? When he’s done with the affairs, you both should seize the opportunity," Lin Wushuang’s words sounded ambiguous to Wu Mengting, making her feel a bit sour.
"Got it."
Wu Mengting blushed, not knowing how to respond. She knew Lin Wushuang’s interest in Chen Tianlong, as did everyone else. But since they had become friends, they’d keep this relationship.
After all, the path taken is Chen Tianlong’s choice, not theirs.
Inside the abandoned flour factory, Hao Shuai had been trapped for a day and night, his lips dry, stomach growling. Most frustratingly, the place was filled with mosquitoes at night. Bound by ropes, he felt hopeless.
But he knew if this continued, he might really die here. These black-clad men were vicious enough to hide him there; no one would think of searching there.
"Mr. Kang, has Young Master Hao been found yet?"
Mo Shaoyun hurriedly asked the butler after heading to the Hao Family.
"Ah, Young Master Mo, not yet. We’ve searched all of South Sea City, even the police couldn’t find him. It’s really strange," Mr. Kang sighed.
"What? He’s still missing? What have you been doing, searching for a day and night without finding a single person?"
Hao Dahai flew into a rage upon hearing this. If anything happened to Hao Shuai, he’d never forgive himself, as he agreed to Hao Shuai’s exchange for Mo Shaoyun.
"Sir, we’ve mobilized all resources. The Mo Family also dispatched many people, but we haven’t found a trace of the Young Master," Mr. Kang explained.
"Sigh... alright."
After hearing the explanation, Hao Dahai slumped onto the sofa.
Mo Shaoyun frowned; among the three black-clad men, one seemed familiar. After thinking, Mo Shaoyun recalled who it was.
"Chen Tianlong..."
Mo Shaoyun often secretly watched Chen Tianlong in the school, studying his physique. Even now, wearing black clothes, upon reflection, he recognized him.
Recalling Chen Tianlong’s style, Mo Shaoyun suddenly thought of something and urgently said, "Master Hao, I roughly know where Hao Shuai might be."
Understanding Chen Tianlong as his adversary for long, he usually works against conventional thinking.
If no one can find him, the hiding place must be somewhere unlikely. Even as an adversary to Chen Tianlong, Mo Shaoyun has a good understanding of him.
"Oh? Where is it?"
Hao Dahai, hearing this, suddenly brightened up and urgently asked.
"The old abandoned flour factory. If I’m right, they never took Young Master Hao away!" Hao Shuai spoke confidently.
"Gasp..."
Hao Dahai never thought of this. They had been there before but didn’t find anything due to cursory search and left.
"Alright, Mr. Kang, quickly take people over, search the flour factory thoroughly, and find the person." Elder Hao commanded loudly.
"Okay, sir."
Upon receiving the order, Mr. Kang swiftly led the team to the abandoned flour factory.
Sure enough, an hour later, word came that Hao Shuai was found. Mr. Kang quickly brought Hao Shuai back, immediately feeding him and letting him rest for the night.
Hao Shuai finally recovered, but now it’s Friday morning. The Four Family Selection Meeting is about to start, and despite his condition, Hao Shuai got up straight away.
"Hao Shuai, where are you off to?"
Master Hao saw Hao Shuai rushing out, already sensing his urgency.