Chapter 976: Chapter 540: Return to the Capital! The Position of Divine Envoy! (Part 2)
This was all done by Wei Jinfeng.
Yet all the credit went to him!
If one says there was no guidance from the court in this, Chen Yuan would not believe it at all. Although this is more beneficial to him, he cannot help but think more— the court’s apprehension towards Wei Jinfeng has reached its peak.
In the future, whenever there’s a chance, they will definitely try to take down Wei Jinfeng again.
After getting a sense of the happenings and current events in the Capital, Chen Yuan let out a heavy breath, thought for a moment, and decided to visit the Zhang Mansion to see Zhang Yantong before discussing other matters.
Their relationship was very deep, practically like grasshoppers tied to the same rope.
And when Chen Yuan revealed his true identity and appeared at the gate of the Zhang Mansion, the entire mansion was shaken. Butler Chen hurriedly invited him inside, at the same time sending someone to inform the lord.
Of course, with this, the news of Chen Yuan’s return to the Capital would inevitably leak.
But it doesn’t matter, he came this time to be rewarded, not to do anything sneaky. So if the news spreads, so be it; it’s no big deal.
Chen Yuan was respectfully led to the main hall of the Zhang Mansion by Butler Chen and was served Spiritual Tea.
The reception had changed drastically from before.
More respect was shown, but with some distance as well.
Even if Chen Yuan did not mind, after all, he was already a strongman at the same Realm as Zhang Yantong. Even if his official position and power didn’t match his own, they were not worlds apart.
Butler Chen, having been a steward for decades, was not senile.
Holding the Spiritual Tea, Chen Yuan, with a faint smile, was chatting with Butler Chen. Just then, Zhang Yantong’s second daughter, the elder sister of Zhang Xuan, ‘coincidentally’ arrived on the scene.
Upon seeing Chen Yuan, she feigned surprise and asked:
“Chen… Chen Yuan, you’ve returned to the Capital?”
“Second Sister, it’s been a long time.”
Chen Yuan set down the teacup, smiled faintly, carrying an air of transcendent elegance, presenting the demeanor of a gentleman, causing the Second Sister’s face to unknowingly flush with a tinge of red.
The somewhat wrinkled old eyes of Butler Chen shifted slightly, as if recalling something, and he amiably rose from his seat, and after exchanging a few pleasantries, excused himself to leave.
As he left, he even took the maids and guards with him, providing space for the Second Sister and Chen Yuan.
This gesture further embarrassed the Second Sister, who, after seeing them leave, moved her steps and approached Chen Yuan to ask with concern:
“The incident in Liangzhou City before had me worried sick every day….”
Chen Yuan opened his mouth slightly, unconsciously smiled. Su Ziyue had already mentioned these matters to him before; it wasn’t just Zhang Wanshu, but Shangguan Yu’s sister, Shangguan Hong, as well.
They all showed an unusual level of concern when he was in danger.
As the saying goes, the most difficult kindness to repay is that of a beauty.
Moreover, before leaving, Zhang Wanshu had given him the Divine Talisman, making Chen Yuan somewhat hesitant for a moment. If it were an ordinary woman, it would be another matter.
But Zhang Wanshu was the sister of Zhang Xuan, the daughter of Zhang Yantong; they had all shown him kindness. Merely taking her as a concubine, they definitely wouldn’t agree.
As for a legitimate wife… Chen Yuan currently had no intention of marrying.
Indeed, it’s quite a difficult decision.
“Thank you for your concern, Second Sister. It’s my fault,” Chen Yuan averted his eyes from meeting hers and said softly.
“No, your safety is what matters. Now that you’ve returned to the Capital, you’d better not go outside anymore, it’s too dangerous. It’s better to stay in the Capital for an official position.” As she spoke, Zhang Wanshu’s face turned slightly crimson with embarrassment.
This was somewhat blatant already.
“It’s… I am still a court official; my future assignments are up to His Majesty’s judgment.”
Staying is definitely not an option; the Capital is too dangerous. Leaving the Capital is the only way to thrive. However, I can’t say as much—one, to consider Zhang Wanshu’s feelings, and two, to not expose my ambition.
“Ah Xuan is soon to be transferred too.”
Zhang Wanshu continued.
Upon hearing this, Chen Yuan raised an eyebrow and asked:
“Brother Zhang… has he broken through?”
“Father said not yet, but he’s close. Staying in Qingzhou is not suitable. With someone overseeing him in the Capital, the breakthrough can be assured.” Zhang Wanshu candidly disclosed Zhang Xuan’s situation without reservation.
It was as if she was saying, your good friend is also being transferred to the Capital, you won’t be alone in the future, it’s better to stay in the Capital, with high status and limitless prospects.
“That is indeed good news.”
Chen Yuan chatted casually with Second Sister Zhang.
Overall, it was rather harmonious.
The only thing a little out of line was Zhang Wanshu’s frequent blush, drastically different from before. Chen Yuan thought it might be due to him accepting her Divine Talisman earlier, which made her mistakenly believe their relationship had taken a step forward.
And his immediate visit to Zhang Mansion upon returning to the Capital contributed to many misunderstandings.
After a chat, just when Chen Yuan was pondering how to handle the situation, Zhang Yantong returned!
With Chen Yuan’s cultivation skyrocketing and his status elevating, the treatment he received naturally also changed significantly, not only reflected in Butler Chen and some servants of the Zhang Mansion but also exhibited in Zhang Yantong himself.
If it were before when Chen Yuan came to the Zhang Mansion to see him, usually he would wait till dusk or until he finished his work. But now, it seemed that as soon as the servants of the Zhang Mansion notified him, he hurried over.
“This subordinate Chen Yuan, pays respects to the Divine Envoy.”
Chen Yuan looked at Zhang Yantong, cupped his fists and slightly bowed.
Yet Zhang Wanshu pursed her mouth, seemingly displeased that Zhang Yantong returned too quickly, disrupting her intentions.
Zhang Yantong noticed his daughter’s expression, gently coughed twice, and approached to scrutinize Chen Yuan with a glance, nodded, and smiled:
“Not bad, not bad. This time in Liangzhou, you narrowly escaped death. Breaking through to Yang Transformation because of that, indeed, misfortune is often the blessing in disguise. Safety is paramount.”