Chapter 2353: Chapter 2354: Return

Since Tang Ming’s injuries have not been completely eradicated and he remains unconscious, Lin Chen continued to stay with the Fang family.

During this period, people from the Jiang family did come by. It’s likely because Jiang Liang brought back the news of Jin Ming’s death.

After this incident, Jiang Liang lost the courage to confront Lin Chen.

Instead, he sent people to procure the soul-returning herb from an unknown source and handed it to Lin Chen, approaching him several times at the Fang family estate.

Clearly, he saw the immense potential within Lin Chen. Someone like him, without a formidable backing, Jiang Liang wouldn’t believe it.

Now that Jin Ming is dead, he can’t use his connection with the Crimson Flame Sect.

His cultivation level has reached its peak, and without aid, he fears he won’t be able to break through in this lifetime. His ambitions don’t end here; naturally, he seeks a breakthrough.

"That old fox is truly cunning. Initially, at the Jiang residence, he gave us a hard time, but now he’s eager to perform favors."

Fang Lin said disdainfully, clearly contemptuous of Jiang Liang’s actions.

Lin Chen didn’t speak, just smiled slightly. He’s seen too many of such things; they don’t provoke much emotional upheaval in him.

He didn’t intend to foster a good relationship with Jiang Liang, but he accepted all of the soul-recovery herbs without hesitation as compensation promised by Jiang Wei previously.

"Everyone is inclined to seek benefit and avoid harm. Now that he wants to establish a good relationship, it’s understandable."

A cool voice suddenly rang out, and Fang Qianqian gracefully approached.

In these few days of rest, Fang Qianqian’s complexion improved visibly, especially the confidence emanating from her stride. It’s only natural, as her body is fully recovered, and regaining her former cultivation strength is only a matter of time.

"It seems your recovery is quite good." Lin Chen assessed Fang Qianqian and nodded slightly.

"I owe it to your miraculous Cultivation Technique," Fang Qianqian said, expressing her gratitude sincerely. If it weren’t for Lin Chen, she wouldn’t be able to return to her cultivation. As for Lin Chen, Fang Qianqian felt nothing but gratitude.

"Though the Cultivation Technique is excellent, if you lack a promising future, no matter how profound it is, it’s useless," Lin Chen said softly.

"Regardless, without this Cultivation Technique, I wouldn’t be able to resume my cultivation, so I must express my gratitude."

Fang Qianqian smiled gently.

Lin Chen didn’t say more; after these days of interaction, he had understood Fang Qianqian’s temperament.

"Since you are all here, it’s the right opportunity to bid farewell."

After storing the soul-recovery herbs sent by Jiang Liang into his Storage Ring, Lin Chen announced.

"Lin, young brother, why not stay a little longer?"

Upon hearing Lin Chen’s words, Fang Lin was first surprised, then urged him to stay.

"It’s been quite a while, and I’ve gathered most of what I need. Plus, someone is waiting for this herb; I cannot delay further."

Lin Chen spoke slowly; if it hadn’t been for Tang Ming being in a coma, he wouldn’t have stayed this long.

"Since that’s the case, it’s best to return soon."

Fang Qianqian nodded slightly, understanding it’s impossible to delay matters of life and death.

"Alas."

Fang Lin sighed softly. He was quite fond of Lin Chen during this period, not only because Lin Chen healed Fang Qianqian but also due to the immense potential he carried.

"Aren’t you going to bid farewell to Tang Ming and the others?" Fang Lin asked again.

"No need, I have to leave anyway, telling you is sufficient. Besides, they’re now a couple; it’s inappropriate to disturb them."

Lin Chen touched his nose, speaking with a hint of humor. Since Tang Ming woke from his coma, he’s been quite content, benefiting from Jiang Ningyan’s care without interference from Jiang Wei.

"So be it."

Fang Lin could only nod. Regarding Tang Ming, it would be enough to inform them when they seek out Lin Chen later.

"Father, let me escort him part of the way."

"Hmm."

...

Qingmu City is neither big nor small, but because both walked quite slowly, the journey took longer.

Walking side by side in the street alleys, Fang Qianqian lowered her head slightly, seeming a bit uneasy.

It was quite peculiar.

The two didn’t talk much, making the atmosphere somewhat awkward.

In this awkward atmosphere, they reached the city gate.

"This is it for now. I’ll drop by when I pass by again," Lin Chen said, turning sideways.

"Take care on your journey."

Fang Qianqian pursed her lips, after some thought, she spoke softly to Lin Chen.

"Mm."

Lin Chen turned around again, waved his hand as he walked towards the city gate.

Fang Qianqian watched Lin Chen’s graceful figure disappear in the morning sun, then finally turned around and walked back home.

"Feeling reluctant?"

On Lin Chen’s shoulder, Xiao Bai had been gazing toward Fang Qianqian’s direction with eyes full of reluctance.

Lin Chen could naturally sense this, he lightly turned his head, stroking Xiao Bai’s soft white fur, teasingly said.

Woo.

Xiao Bai seemed to understand Lin Chen’s words, responding with a few gentle whimpers.

"If fate allows, they’ll meet again."

Lin Chen comforted it with a soft murmur.

Although he didn’t know what it was about Fang Qianqian that resonated deeply with Xiao Bai, she was special to it, special enough for Xiao Bai to let go of its guard towards humans.

However, Lin Chen couldn’t decipher it now; Chen Jie was far away in the sect, delayed here in Qingmu City for so long, he couldn’t linger anymore.

The scenery was lush as verdant hills extended into the horizon; amidst the greenery, Lin Chen sprinted forward fast on ground.

Perhaps due to the previous events depleting many cultivators from Qingmu City, the forests were devoid of people.

And Xiao Bai rested motionlessly, eyes half-shut, seeming to nap. Although its speed surpassed Lin Chen’s, he had no intention of enlarging it, as it would become too conspicuous, uncertain if there was any trace of the demon sect here.

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