novelraw Chapter 409: Being Followed
Chapter 409: Being Followed
"Are you guys going on a trip?"
Kong Lingwen asked subconsciously. She actually wanted to travel a bit, too, but it would be too odd for her to tag along.
Yang Cheng understood her meaning and conveniently asked, "Yeah, why don’t you bring my sister along?"
"No need, I’ll stay here to handle company matters, but I hope you can come back soon. The company still needs you to oversee things."
In the end, Kong Lingwen still declined, but felt a bit disappointed inside.
Yang Cheng didn’t extend the invitation again, since taking Ye Ling’Er out wasn’t really for fun, it was primarily to avoid trouble.
That assassin probably wouldn’t give up and might even pursue them. With one less person around, there’d be less to worry about, and he only needed to focus on closely protecting Ye Ling’Er.
"I won’t be gone for too long. The new factory is almost finished, and it’ll likely be ready for normal production when I get back."
Yang Cheng had faith in Kong Lingwen and Chu Xiaoyu’s capabilities, and with Kong Jingshan’s support in the background, even Yun Mei wouldn’t dare to overstep.
"I’ll be going now, and I’ll leave the rest to you two for now."
He smiled, waved to the two, and then left with Ye Ling’Er.
Since they were on the run, there was no time to waste—it was best not to let the assassin detect their trail. After leaving the factory, they drove straight out of Peach Blossom.
Yang Cheng decided to head to Yun Chuan city first. The scenery there was beautiful, and it’s close enough to Peach Blossom County to drive back anytime.
As soon as the car left Peach Blossom County, Yang Cheng sharply noticed a vehicle trailing not too far behind—not expecting that the other side would get the news so swiftly and chase after them immediately.
Yang Cheng’s expression turned a bit grim; this time, he couldn’t let that female assassin get away.
He intentionally changed direction, steering the car onto a small road, leading them further into secluded areas.
At this moment, Cheng Qiyue in the trailing car, fearing being spotted, had no choice but to slow down. However, upon reaching a fork in the road, Yang Cheng’s car vanished without a trace.
Cheng Qiyue hurriedly stopped the car, got out to examine the tire marks on the road.
Just as she approached the roadside, a shadow suddenly emerged beside her. She instinctively raised her hand to block and in one motion, drew a dagger from her waist to counter.
Yang Cheng grabbed her wrist, easily twisting her arms behind her back, effortlessly subduing her.
"So it’s you! Who sent you this time?"
Yang Cheng asked through gritted teeth.
Last time, Cheng Qiyue almost killed Yang Rou. Considering Kong Lingwen, he didn’t pursue the matter, yet here she was causing trouble again.
"I don’t know what you’re talking about?"
Cheng Qiyue, pressed to the point she had to puff out her chest, struggled, her soft chest swaying continuously, revealing a hint of pale skin.
"Still playing dumb with me? Let’s see where you can run today!"
Yang Cheng’s eyes scrutinized Cheng Qiyue, noting she didn’t wear a jade bracelet, then reached out and patted her shapely backside a couple of times.
"Hmm~ stop touching me."
Cheng Qiyue moaned softly, her body involuntarily wriggling.
"No, you’re not that assassin."
Yang Cheng frowned slightly. Cheng Qiyue and the last assassin shared attractive figures, yet he could sense differences.
Only he might discern such subtle variances, but he could basically confirm she wasn’t that assassin.
"What assassin? I’ve explained everything to you about last time, don’t misunderstand me."
Cheng Qiyue spoke with a tinge of grievance, slightly turning her head to look at Yang Cheng.
Confirming she wasn’t an assassin, Yang Cheng quickly released his grip on her hand, frowning, and said, "Since you’re not an assassin, why are you stalking us?"
"I... I wanted to see you."
Cheng Qiyue rubbed her sore wrist, her cheeks blushing slightly.
"Why see me? Didn’t you return to Zhonghai with Kong Jingshan?"
Yang Cheng looked puzzled, noting her hesitance, and growing concerned that leaving Ye Ling’Er alone in the car was unsafe, he led her towards the vehicle hidden in the bushes.
Ye Ling’Er, seeing him suddenly bring a woman over, widened her eyes and quickly opened the car door to ask, "Who is she? Why is she here?"
"You go back to the car first, I have something to discuss with her."
Yang Cheng waved his hand to signal her to go back to the car.
Ye Ling’Er was somewhat reluctant but obediently returned to the car, although her eyes remained fixed on the two of them.
"Hurry and spill, what do you really want from me? My patience is running thin."
Yang Cheng crossed his arms, sternly looking at Cheng Qiyue.
At this point, Cheng Qiyue realized there was no need to hide anymore, took a deep breath, and said, "I have practiced martial arts for many years, dreaming of becoming a cultivator, but after trying many ways, none worked. Later, I discovered by chance that absorbing the essence of someone with a Pure Yang Dragon Physique would enable one to obtain True Qi and thus become a cultivator."
"I asked Lin Er to help me find someone with a Pure Yang Dragon Physique, she coincidentally met you, and when I went to kill Yang Rou, I saw the Compass light up with my own eyes, confirming you are indeed the Pure Yang Dragon Physique. So, I’m seeking your help to become a cultivator."
Yang Cheng stayed silent, connecting thoughts in his mind. No wonder Cheng Qiyue’s attitude made a 180-degree turn upon learning he was the Pure Yang Dragon Physique; this was her intent all along.
"Was it you who instructed Lin Er to store my essence?"
He raised an eyebrow and asked.
Cheng Qiyue felt a little embarrassed, "I asked her to do it. I just wanted to try some essence to see the effect, but perhaps my constitution was too poor; even after drinking all the essence, I couldn’t become a cultivator, so..."
She bit her lip, suddenly grabbed Yang Cheng’s hand, her beautiful eyes full of pleading.
"Yang Cheng, could you do it with me just once? As long as you help me become a cultivator, I’ll agree to whatever you want."
The woman’s voice was sweet and tender, her gaze intense, softening Yang Cheng’s heart instantly.
Inside the car, seeing that woman actively grab Yang Cheng’s hand, Ye Ling’Er became unhappy, pushing the car door open and rushing over.
"Yang Cheng, aren’t you done talking yet? I’m getting hungry. Let’s hurry, or else we won’t reach Yun Chuan before dark."
Ye Ling’Er affectionately clung to Yang Cheng’s arm, raising her eyes to haughtily glance at Cheng Qiyue.
This woman was indeed pretty, with a full figure, a slim waist, and dressed very sharply, but her eyes appeared pitiful, surely trying to seduce Yang Cheng on purpose.
"There’s enough time; go wait in the car first."
Yang Cheng waved her away, but Ye Ling’Er refused to leave this time.
Feeling a bit helpless, he decided to ignore it and reached out to grasp Cheng Qiyue’s wrist, probing her internal energy, confirming she wasn’t a cultivator.
Though her constitution was a bit lacking, to be Kong Jingshan’s bodyguard meant her prowess was surely not to be underestimated.
"You just said as long as I help you, you’d agree to anything, is that for real?"
Yang Cheng asked.