Xu HanChen came in a hurry and left in a hurry.
After formulating the plan with Chen JinZhao, he set off back to the capital to preside over the overall situation, so as to prevent those who did not like him from misrepresenting facts and harming the imperial court.
For the sake of safety.
Only those closest to Chen JinZhao knew about this plan, to prevent any leaks.
Time passed day by day.
When he was admitted to the hospital, the plane trees outside the window were still lush and green. Now it was late autumn, and the leaves had turned yellow and fallen.
Days spent in the hospital were always boring.
Chen JinZhao stayed in the hospital for a full two months before preparing to be discharged.
On the day of his discharge.
Qin FengWu specially put aside his work to visit Chen JinZhao.
It was called a visit, but in reality, it was to test Chen JinZhao's strength, because a rumor had suddenly spread in the court – Chen JinZhao was seriously injured, and after narrowly escaping death, his strength had greatly diminished, no longer possessing his peak prowess.
What was even more strange was that Xu HanChen did not appear to refute the rumors, but instead used his influence to suppress these discordant voices, making the surface situation appear calm and undisturbed.
This was clearly a case of protesting too much.
Seeing Chen JinZhao again after three months, Qin FengWu could not help but show a hint of surprise.
Chen JinZhao was much thinner than before, and seemed somewhat sickly, as if a gust of wind could blow him away.
Qin FengWu suppressed his thoughts and said to Chen JinZhao, "General Chen, I was too busy with work these past two months and didn't have a chance to see you. You won't blame me, will you?"
"No, work is more important," Chen JinZhao said with a smile.
After saying this.
Chen JinZhao also coughed a few times, as if he had consumption, almost coughing up his lungs.
Qin FengWu frowned, thinking that Chen JinZhao's condition was much more serious than rumored, especially since Chen JinZhao was trying hard not to cough, which also indicated the situation.
He didn't want his weakness to be known.
Qin FengWu pondered for a moment, then frowned and said, "People outside are saying your health is not good. It must be a rumor, right?"
Chen JinZhao's expression changed slightly.
But he quickly recovered his composure and said with a faint smile, "Whatever they say, let it be."
Qin FengWu caught the subtle change in Chen JinZhao's expression, becoming even more convinced that something was wrong with Chen JinZhao's body, and inwardly mocked Chen JinZhao's clumsy acting.
"Alas..."
Qin FengWu sighed and said hypocritically, "I didn't know you were the Eye of the Candle Dragon before. If I had known, I wouldn't have had any conflict with you. Let the past be the past, and let's look forward. What do you think?"
Chen JinZhao had heard these pleasantries many times.
He also smiled and said, "Yes, I also think internal strife is not good. It's better to be friends than enemies."
Qin FengWu became increasingly convinced that Chen JinZhao was severely injured, otherwise, with Chen JinZhao's personality, he would not have easily made such a compromising statement.
After a few more pleasantries, Qin FengWu left with his entourage.
However, Qin FengWu did not leave the provincial hospital but visited Vice President Su Bing, who was Su CangHai's cousin and Yu HongZhi's legal wife.
When Qin FengWu visited, he was full of sincerity and did not put on airs. "Aunt Su, I'm so sorry for the sudden visit. If you don't mind, I'll leave now."
Su Bing put down the documents she was holding. "Not at all, not at all. It's just that you didn't inform me in advance, so I couldn't prepare."
Qin FengWu smiled and said, "I just came on a whim. I hope Aunt Su doesn't blame me."
Su Bing was also a smart person, otherwise, she wouldn't have turned a blind eye to Yu HongZhi's affairs. She smiled and asked, "Are you here to inquire about Chen JinZhao's injuries?"
"Aunt Su has sharp eyes, I truly admire you," Qin FengWu said some flattering words.
"Alright, no need for such pleasantries. Chen JinZhao's condition is a top secret, and with Old Master Xu being wary of our Su family, I don't know the real situation." Su Bing's words made Qin FengWu quite regretful. Before he could speak, Su Bing smiled again. "However, I learned through certain channels that Chen JinZhao was not lightly injured, much more seriously than you imagine. He almost didn't make it through that night."
Qin FengWu's eyes lit up.
With Su Bing's words, he had a better understanding.
"Thank you, Aunt Su," Qin FengWu said with a smile.
Su Bing chuckled and said, "Why are you thanking me? I didn't say anything."
Qin FengWu replied meaningfully, "I understand..."
As he left the Jiangning Provincial Hospital, Qin FengWu felt light on his feet, and his mood improved considerably. When he reached the entrance, he saw the car carrying Chen JinZhao driving away from the hospital. Qin FengWu smiled slightly and said, "This departure will probably stir up trouble again. However, this time, no one will give you a chance."
"Chen JinZhao, goodbye."
After saying this, Qin FengWu also got into his car and left. However, Chen JinZhao headed east, while Qin FengWu headed west.
On this same day.
A bombshell announcement suddenly appeared on the dark web: China's Eye of the Candle Dragon was seriously injured and had narrowly escaped death, but had lost most of his strength –
less than a tenth of his peak.
If only one person had said this, it would have been one thing, but then many mysterious individuals corroborated this news.
After all, the nicknames of these mysterious individuals were well-known figures on the dark web. They had accurately predicted China's actions multiple times and were suspected to be important figures within China.
As soon as the news broke, it instantly caused a stir in the international underground world.
The Eye of the Candle Dragon was a super-expert ranked in the top ten of the international single-soldier rankings. He had provoked several foreign organizations during his missions, and these organizations were eager to skin him alive!
Among them, the Black Blood Group was the most excited.
As a notorious violent organization, Black Blood had suffered many setbacks at Chen JinZhao's hands, and Chen JinZhao had almost nailed them to the pillar of shame.
They had been looking for an opportunity before, and now that it was presented to them, how could they let it pass?
Not only abroad, but some people within China were also making moves.
If Chen JinZhao died, the sword of Damocles hanging over their heads would be rendered useless! Therefore, major aristocratic families and clans turned their attention to Ning Hai, wanting to take Chen JinZhao's head.
That night.
Su Hao and Fang MingChao met at Taoyuan Villa.
They had come for this matter. Su Hao said with a smile, "Mr. Fang, have you seen the news circulating on the dark web today? Do you think it's true?"
Fang MingChao swirled his wine glass. "As far as I know, it's absolutely true!"
"Headquarters has sent people to infiltrate China. It's also an A-class expert, more than enough to deal with a crippled Chen JinZhao."
Su Hao burst into laughter.
"To be honest."
"Our Su family has also hired an expert to take Chen JinZhao's dog head. This ant actually dared to point fingers at aristocratic families and clans. Does he really think this world was conquered by him? It was conquered by my great-grandfather and the others! Our Su family has the right and the strength to regard Jiangnan as our own backyard."
Fang MingChao also couldn't help but laugh, and then clinked glasses with Su Hao.
"Then I wish us a successful cooperation."