"Mmm..."
Wan Yunting's internal pressure was evident on his face, making his expression melancholic and heavy these past two days. Ouyang Zhixin noticed this and asked, "So you're under a lot of pressure right now, afraid you can't protect the safety of those around you, is that right?"
Wan Yunting looked at his father and nodded, saying, "The Heavenly Eye Main God Cult would do anything. Although they wouldn't dare to act openly in our Huaxia, they could threaten us at any time from the shadows, so I'm very worried."
"I can understand."
Ouyang Zhixin could feel his son's current stress. He said, "But Xiao Wan, don't put too much pressure on yourself. After all, this is Huaxia, not abroad, where they can act with impunity."
"You don't need to worry about our safety at all. After all, in the capital, our Ouyang family is not someone anyone can provoke casually!"
These words were spoken with great authority, but this was also a testament to the Ouyang family's powerful influence, as demonstrated by their backing during Wan Yunting's recent overseas endeavors.
"As for your second brother and sister-in-law, I will also arrange for people to protect them in secret, so you don't need to worry too much," Ouyang Zhixin said with a comforting smile.
Wan Yunting nodded, feeling immensely warmed, but the more this was the case, the greater his sense of responsibility became. Strengthening himself was the goal he needed to pursue next!
In the evening, in their room, Wan Yunting and Fang Yanxi were leaning against the headboard, embracing each other. Stroking her belly, he smiled and said, "I feel our son moving!"
Fang Yanxi glanced at him out of the corner of her eye and said speechlessly, "It's not even two months yet, and you already know it's definitely a son?"
"Of course, but a daughter would be even better," Wan Yunting said, hugging her with a smile.
Fang Yanxi rested her head on his right shoulder and said playfully, "If you want it so badly, then let your other women give you sons!"
Her words made Wan Yunting cough awkwardly. He smiled and said, "Don't you want to ask me about what happened overseas during this period?"
Fang Yanxi replied, "What's there to ask? Even if I did, you'd just tell me not to worry. It's pointless to ask."
"You really don't need to worry about me," Wan Yunting said, hugging her with a smile.
The next second, Fang Yanxi’s small fist landed a heavy blow on his chest. The internal injuries, which had not yet fully healed, made Wan Yunting cry out in pain. Fang Yanxi stood up, glaring at him with resentful eyes, "Is this what you call being fine?"
Wan Yunting knew that even though she didn't say it, she was definitely angry about his safety. "Aren't I back alive?"
Fang Yanxi pushed him away, her eyes reddening, and said angrily, "You say it so easily. If something had happened to you, would you have let our child in my belly not meet its father?"
"Pah, pah, don't say such things."
Wan Yunting quickly spat twice and hugged Fang Yanxi, comforting her with a smile, "I, Wan Yunting, am blessed with good fortune. How could I die so easily?"
"Hmph, even like this, you're still being stubborn with me."
Fang Yanxi's eyes welled up with tears. She resentfully looked sideways at this scoundrel. She had been extremely worried during this period, fearing he might encounter trouble outside. If something truly happened to Wan Yunting, what would she do in the future?
"Yes, yes, yes, I was being overconfident this time."
Wan Yunting hugged Fang Yanxi and quickly comforted her, knowing how worried she had been.
"Just listen to me. If anything happens to you outside in the future, I'll remarry with our child!" Fang Yanxi glared at him, issuing a dire warning.
Wan Yunting's expression froze. He reached out to wipe the tears from her eyes and said with a gentle smile, "Then I will strive not to let such a thing happen!"
Fang Yanxi grabbed his hand and hugged it as she lay down on her side, huffing, "You'd better keep your word..."
Wan Yunting also lay down and embraced Fang Yanxi from behind, whispering gently into her ear, "Sleep now..."
At five o'clock the next morning, Wan Yunting was already up and running outside. He leaped onto the eaves to meditate and practice, simultaneously circulating his internal energy to heal his injuries.
The severity of his internal injuries exceeded his own expectations, even causing blockages in his internal organs, making it difficult for him to circulate his energy smoothly and practice.
"It seems I need to ask Daoist Master Zhang for a healing pill..."
Wan Yunting muttered to himself and continued meditating and circulating his energy for healing. He didn't come down until eight in the morning. However, his injuries had not healed, and he appeared somewhat sickly, although his mobility was still intact.
At nine o'clock, the Old Heavenly Master was scheduled to return to Longhu Mountain. Wan Yunting and Ouyang Zhixin escorted him to the gate. Zhang Xian'er clung to him, wanting her master to stay longer in the capital to enjoy himself. However, the Old Heavenly Master, accustomed to living on the mountain, found it difficult to adapt to matters outside the mortal world and insisted on returning to Longhu Mountain.
"Kid, take good care of Xian'er. This old man is leaving," the Old Heavenly Master said with a smile, turning back to instruct Wan Yunting.
"Don't worry, Old Heavenly Master, I will definitely take care of Xian'er for you." Wan Yunting cupped his fists and bowed respectfully as he saw the Old Heavenly Master into the car.
"If you encounter any difficulties, you can come to Longhu Mountain to find me," the Old Heavenly Master said with a smile, looking back at him as he sat in the car.
Wan Yunting's heart was filled with joy. He smiled and nodded at him, then went forward to close the car door himself. "Safe journey, Old Heavenly Master..."
As everyone watched the car that was taking the Old Heavenly Master to the airport disappear from sight, a sedan slowly drove over. Ouyang Zhixin said, "Xiao Wan, why don't you rest at home for a couple more days before going to the Chinese Medicine Association?"
Wan Yunting shook his head and smiled, "Dad, I'm fine. I still need to return to Huadu City tomorrow. I have to go to the Chinese Medicine Association today. After all, I've been away for so long, and the association must have matters waiting for me to handle."
Seeing this, Ouyang Zhixin didn't persuade him further. "Then don't overexert yourself. Come back early to rest."
Wan Yunting nodded and told Zhang Xian'er to rest well at home, as her injuries had not yet healed.
At this moment, in the office of the Beijing Chinese Medicine Association, everyone had returned to work as usual. Meanwhile, Gu Luotang, dressed in a Hanfu long dress, was at her desk with Qi Miaomiao, processing documents from the school.
Liu He, dressed casually, his tall and upright physique, approached with a document in hand. He smiled and said, "Luotang, these are the documents the school requires."
"Okay, thank you, Vice Chairman Liu," Gu Luotang replied with a smile, taking the document and thanking him.
Liu He looked at her strangely, wondering why Gu Luotang, who had been listless before, was so happy today. But before he could ask, Qi Miaomiao, who had seen something, suddenly shouted excitedly, "Senior sister, look, Brother Yunting is back..."
Gu Luotang's eyes lit up with joy. She quickly turned around and indeed saw Wan Yunting walking in alone. Unable to hide her joy, she dropped the documents in her hand and rushed forward without a word, throwing herself into his arms, "Brother Yunting, you're finally back..."
This scene caused everyone present to stare, but no one found it particularly surprising, as everyone knew about the relationship between Wan Yunting and Gu Luotang.
However, Liu He's eyes narrowed, and a flicker of jealousy appeared beneath the surface.
"So many people are watching."
Wan Yunting held Gu Luotang for a moment. Seeing everyone watching, he realized the impression wasn't ideal. As he released her, he noticed her eyes were red and teary. Wan Yunting gently wiped away her tears, and Gu Luotang shyly stepped back, her glistening eyes examining him as if afraid he had lost a pound of flesh, "Your complexion is a bit off, are you injured?"
Wan Yunting smiled and said, "It's nothing, just a minor injury. I'll be fine after a couple of days of rest."
Gu Luotang immediately became anxious, "Then hurry upstairs to your office to rest. There's nothing urgent to handle at the association..."
"Alright, but I'll say hello to Vice Chairman Liu before I go upstairs."
Wan Yunting gestured towards Liu He, who was walking over. He smiled and greeted, "Chairman Wan is back."
Wan Yunting went up and extended his large hand to shake Liu He's. He nodded and smiled, "I've been away for a few days, thank you for your hard work, Vice Chairman Liu, and everyone else."
"Not at all, this is our job. However, with Chairman Wan away, there were indeed many major decisions for you to make," Liu He said with a smile.
"Yes, after I go upstairs to greet Vice Chairman Gu, we'll have a meeting later to resolve them. What do you think?" Wan Yunting asked with a smile.
Liu He nodded and smiled, "No problem. Then prepare the meeting room later."
"Okay, thank you for your trouble."
Wan Yunting nodded with a smile and then went upstairs with Gu Luotang. Qi Miaomiao also followed, and as they ascended the stairs, she eagerly questioned Wan Yunting about what had happened overseas.
Arriving at Gu Yuanbai's office, Qi Miaomiao pushed the door open and exclaimed, "Master, Brother Yunting is back..."
Gu Yuanbai, who was sitting at his desk, immediately looked up as he saw his granddaughter and Wan Yunting entering together. He stood up and smiled, "Xiao Wan, why are you here today? Why aren't you resting at home for a few more days?"
"No need, Elder Gu, my body is fine."
Wan Yunting waved his hand and smiled, "Besides, I've been away for so many days, and you've been responsible for the association's matters. I feel guilty about it."
"Look at you talking like that. Please sit down..."
Gu Yuanbai pulled him to sit on the sofa in the reception area. Gu Luotang began making tea for them. Looking at Wan Yunting, Gu Yuanbai couldn't help but ask, "Xiao Wan, quickly tell me what exactly happened in Country H back then, and how is Sima Boyong now?"
Wan Yunting nodded and said, "Sima Boyong is dead!"
"Ah, dead?"
Qi Miaomiao exclaimed in surprise.
Gu Luotang, who was making tea, also looked astonished. Gu Yuanbai's eyes widened even further as he looked at Wan Yunting and asked, "Was it you..."
"I didn't kill him."
Wan Yunting shook his head and said, "The Main God of the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult killed him in front of me, and the entire Sima family was annihilated!"
"Heavens..." Qi Miaomiao gasped in disbelief.
Gu Luotang couldn't help but say, "Isn't Sima Boyong part of the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult? Why would they kill him?"
Wan Yunting shook his head slightly and said to Gu Yuanbai, Gu Luotang, and Qi Miaomiao, "Perhaps Sima Boyong was no longer valuable to their Heavenly Eye Main God Cult. As for me, I possess something their Main God desires, so they agreed to kill Sima Boyong on the spot!"
These words greatly astonished Gu Yuanbai and Gu Luotang. They then asked, "What is it that you possess that they desire?"
"The Thirteen Needles of Ghost Gate!"
Wan Yunting did not conceal it, directly stating, "The Thirteen Needles of Ghost Gate is originally a divine martial art and acupuncture technique of the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult!"
"What? The Thirteen Needles of Ghost Gate belong to the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult? This, how is this possible?" Gu Yuanbai's old eyes widened, and he was utterly shocked by this news, which completely subverted his understanding.
Wan Yunting nodded and said, "Whether it's true or not, it's currently impossible to confirm. This is just what their Main God said. I will have to return to Wuliang Daoist Temple to ask Master Gui later to see if he knows whether the Thirteen Needles of Ghost Gate is indeed a divine martial art and acupuncture technique of the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult."
Wan Yunting had already planned that after returning to Huadu City tomorrow to bury Fierce Tiger and Wild Dragon, and after settling the matters of the Chinese Medicine Association in the capital, he would go to Wuliang Daoist Temple to ask Master Gui if the Thirteen Needles of Ghost Gate had any connection with the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult.
Also, he wanted to know if Ren Daozi was indeed a member of the Heavenly Eye Main God Cult.