Chapter 930 The Lair
The people at the table, while not masterminds, were all at the peak of Grandmaster realm.
Wei Zhenru's expression was clearly visible to everyone.
Chen Yang feigned confusion and looked at Wei Zhenru, pretending to be surprised, "Brother Wei, what's wrong? Could it be there's something wrong with my wine?"
"No, no, the wine is very good."
Wei Zhenru forced a dry laugh.
This divine wine represented Chen Yang, how could he dare to say anything?
"By the way, Chen Yang, to be honest, the reason I met with Zhou Lihao first after returning was originally to invest in him."
Although Wei Zhenru was the business representative of the Wei family, many matters were still subject to the patriarch's decision.
"After all, the Zhou family is currently the number one family on the surface. As the Wei family plans to develop here, they will inevitably cooperate with the Zhou family."
"But don't worry, after I go back this time, I will definitely explain the Zhou family's wickedness to my family clearly!"
As he said this, Wei Zhenru's gritting of teeth was plain for all to see.
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After the banquet, Chen Yang told Liu Ran about Wei Zhenru's intentions.
Liu Ran lay in Chen Yang's arms, pondered for a moment, then asked curiously, "Why would the Wei family choose us? At least on the surface, the Zhou family is still more powerful."
"Even if Wei Zhenru was cheated by Zhou Lihao, from my understanding of such families, they would absolutely not destroy the entire family's plan because of one person."
"Do you trust Wei Zhenru that much?"
Chen Yang understood Liu Ran's thoughts.
After all, Wei Zhenru had first gone to the Liu family in the morning, and it was natural for Liu Ran to be wary of him.
"Wei Zhenru is at the peak of the Grandmaster realm. Although the Wei family is a martial arts family, he is the only one at the peak of the Grandmaster realm among the direct descendants."
"To cultivate Wei Zhenru, the Wei family has invested countless resources over the years; otherwise, he wouldn't have been able to control the Wei family's business lifeline."
"Wei Zhenru says he needs to go home to discuss, but in reality, he can make the final decision on this matter."
"Dealing with someone like him is relatively easy, as long as he is given enough benefits."
Chen Yang's view of Wei Zhenru was that he could be befriended, but not closely.
There was no irreplaceable attribute between the two parties.
As for why Wei Zhenru was so eager to please Chen Yang, even after knowing Chen Yang's intention to destroy the Zhou family?
It was nothing more than wanting to obtain some benefits from the Zhou family through Chen Yang.
The conversation between Chen Yang and Zhou Zeyao at the table was not just idle chatter.
"Mm, I'll listen to you on this matter. Since the Wei family wants to get involved, have them come find me at an appropriate time. I was actually worried about the cash flow for a few projects!"
"With the Wei family as a cash cow, I can also free myself up for expansion."
Seeing the exhausted excitement in Liu Ran's eyes, Chen Yang said helplessly, "Su Ya is managing the company, so you can also rest appropriately."
"You've started cultivating too, I'll teach you a secret method!"
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The next morning, as soon as Chen Yang stepped out of his room, he saw Chen Shu reading in the living room.
After they exchanged glances, Chen Shu glanced at Liu Ran, who was still sleeping in the room, and mused, "Your secret method seems to be quite effective. Liu Ran's internal energy has increased so much in just one night?"
Hearing this, Chen Yang's hand trembled, and the teacup he had just picked up almost fell to the ground.
"Su Ya's progress is a bit slow now. Could you teach her this cultivation technique too when you have time?"
Chen Yang's face darkened, and he said sternly, "How could you eavesdrop?"
"How is that eavesdropping? I know everything that happens in this mountain villa, so it's not eavesdropping."
"Besides, your internal energy fluctuations were very strong last night, and I was the one who helped you conceal them."
After Chen Shu said this expressionlessly, he tossed the item in his hand to Chen Yang, "This is useless to me, but it might be a way to break through to the peak of the Grandmaster realm."
Chen Yang naturally knew what secret manual Chen Shu was looking at. It was the inheritance from Qin Yi that Chen Yang had given him before Chen Shu went into seclusion yesterday.
After Chen Yang put away the item, he could only shake his head helplessly and say, "How can it be that easy? Qin Yi, who claimed to be the foremost expert at the peak of the Grandmaster realm, failed to overcome that heavenly tribulation!"
"Oh? The foremost expert at the peak of the Grandmaster realm? What a boastful claim." Chen Shu had met many peak Grandmasters during this time, but he had never encountered anyone who called themselves the foremost expert.
He told Chen Shu about the encounters with the demonic beasts on the snow mountain, and Chen Shu fell silent.
Subduing several powerful demonic beasts single-handedly was indeed not something an ordinary peak Grandmaster could achieve.
"I don't want to think about these bothersome things anymore. Those three demonic beasts have all woken up now, and I plan to go out for a trip."
"How about leaving the guarding of the house to those three?"
Chen Shu's sudden remark left Chen Yang somewhat bewildered.
Chen Shu was leaving?
As the incarnation of the Bronze Tree, where could Chen Shu go?
Chen Yang raised an eyebrow and asked, "Why didn't you mention this before?"
"Actually, I've been thinking of visiting a few places since I first took form, but my origin was injured. It's not too late to tell you now. I'll be back soon."
As Chen Shu spoke, a smile appeared on her face, and she looked at Chen Yang strangely, "What? Are you reluctant to see me go?"
When it came to appearance, "beauty that could topple cities and nations" was fitting.
Although Chen Shu was transformed from the Bronze Tree, she had only gained sentience not long ago. During this process, she had absorbed a lot of complex memories and had become a complete person. With human form came emotions, and for a special existence like Chen Shu, she harbored a special feeling for him.
"Cough, cough, I'm just worried about your safety! The lair of the Holy Moon Divine Venerable still hasn't been found, and I suspect he's been secretly watching you!"
Chen Yang's suspicion was not an excuse.
The Holy Moon Divine Venerable went through great lengths to bring out the Bronze Tree. Now that he knew about its incarnation, Chen Yang didn't believe that fellow would give up so easily!
The reason he hadn't appeared during this period was probably due to the injuries within his body.
But not appearing didn't mean Chen Yang wasn't on guard against him.
The reason the mountain villa was built like an iron bucket was precisely to guard against the Holy Moon Divine Venerable.
"Haha, don't worry, even if I can't beat him, I can still run away!"
"Moreover, if I continue to stay here, it won't be safe for everyone. It's a good opportunity to go out and relax. I haven't been out since I took human form!"
Chen Shu's departure went unnoticed by others, except for a few women.
After all, even when Chen Shu stayed in the mountain villa to protect them, she rarely appeared.