Chapter 757 The Patriarchal Seat
However, regarding Chen Yang, Zhu Wenyu felt a sense of gratitude. It was evident that Chen Yang trusted the Zhu family implicitly.
"By the way, what was the reason you decided to confront the peak Grandmaster of the Zhou family?"
Since learning that Chen Yang had clashed with people from the Zhou family's mine, this question had been nagging at Zhu Wenyu.
Chen Yang didn't seem like an impulsive person, and having led the Heavenly Physician Hall for so long, he wouldn't have made such a decision lightly.
Chen Yang could only shrug helplessly. "I believe you're already aware of the relationship between myself and Zhou Zeyao."
Zhu Wenyu nodded. While this matter was highly classified, the elder had personally spoken with Zhou Zeyao.
Initially, upon learning about this, Zhu Wenyu's feelings were not shock, but fear.
Everyone considered Zhou Zeyao to be a member of the Zhou family. After all, they wouldn't have sent someone to guard the mine in the southwest unless he was their most trusted confidant.
Yet, who could have imagined that Zhou Zeyao was an internal mole within the Zhou family?
The conflict between Chen Yang's Yangyangyang Company and the Zhou family had existed for a long time.
But to be able to win over a peak Grandmaster informant in such a short period, if Zhou Zeyao hadn't personally revealed himself, Zhu Wenyu would never have believed it, no matter who told him.
Chen Yang's methods were truly terrifying.
Thinking back, every action Chen Yang had taken since arriving in the southwest seemed decisive and impactful.
And none of them were minor matters!
He formed an alliance with the Zhu family. After visiting the village, he heard from Zhu Sanqian that Chen Yang had already established contact with the village's most powerful Gu master.
Upon his return, he immediately declared his intention to undertake the largest poverty alleviation project in the southwest.
Concurrently, he dealt with Xu Guodu and others, and even Ji Jingyi of the Southwest Prefecture pledged allegiance to Chen Yang.
These were merely the overt actions. In secret, Chen Yang had dismantled the Zhou family's mining operations and eliminated a peak Grandmaster!
When Zhu Wenyu looked at Chen Yang again, his gaze held more than just simple shock.
Chen Yang continued, "The peak Grandmaster the Zhou family assigned to the mine had been keeping a close eye on Zhou Zeyao. Zhou Zeyao somehow slipped up and was discovered. I had a friend who was being held at the mine, and I originally just intended to rescue them. But in the end..."
This was indeed Chen Yang's honest account. Initially, he hadn't intended to fight to the death.
But as his anger and hatred grew, Chen Yang found himself unable to stop.
"Zhou Zeyao... can you really win over anyone!"
"And if I recall correctly, the Zhou family's peak Grandmaster at the mine was the oldest peak Grandmaster in the Zhou family, not just in age, but more importantly, his strength was definitely among the top ranks."
"Zhu Wenyu eliminated such a powerful individual with a single strike. Our Zhu family has truly gained some prestige!"
Zhu Wenyu's final sentence, though meant as a jest, carried an undeniable trace of sorrow.
The Zhou family's formidable peak Grandmaster had died without a whole corpse.
Although the Zhu family was known as the strongest family in the southwest, yet...
"Chen Yang, can I ask you a favor?"
Zhu Wenyu's sudden question caught Chen Yang off guard.
"What kind of favor are you talking about? Just say it directly."
After Chen Yang finished speaking, he suddenly felt something was amiss.
Just as he was about to add something, Zhu Wenyu cut him off, "You've seen the situation of our Zhu family. There's no talent among the younger generation."
"In my opinion, Zhuque is the most suitable candidate. If she stays, I can definitely make her the patriarch of the Zhu family!"
Zhu Wenyu elaborated on the benefits of Zhuque becoming the patriarch, not just to win over Chen Yang, but also to plan for the future of the Zhu family.
Faced with this plea, Chen Yang's face showed a hint of a wry smile.
"If it were anything else, I could make the decision. But this matter concerns Zhuque herself. I think it would be best to call Zhuque over and ask her directly."
Seeing Zhu Wenyu about to speak again, Chen Yang quickly gestured to stop him. "I understand the Zhu family's intentions. To be honest, I also hope Zhuque can become the patriarch of the Zhu family, as it would be more convenient for our Heavenly Physician Hall's future operations."
"However, Zhuque is more than just a friend to me. I cannot force her to do something she dislikes."
Chen Yang had made his stance clear. Zhu Wenyu naturally didn't press Chen Yang further and said, "Regarding this matter, can you..."
Before Zhu Wenyu could finish his sentence, Chen Yang turned his head towards the courtyard gate.
Zhu Wenyu's reaction was slower than Chen Yang's, but he also sensed the person at the entrance.
It was Zhuque.
"Since the person has arrived, let's talk. I won't stop her."
Chen Yang didn't want to linger any longer. This was a family matter for the Zhu family.
As he brushed past Zhuque, he whispered, "I'm going to handle some matters. I'll be back tonight."
Chen Yang wouldn't say much about Zhuque's choice. However, after understanding what Chen Yang had said, she immediately made her decision.
"Since you require me to lead the entire Zhu family, I will do it now!"
"I want to gain control of the Zhu family as quickly as possible."
Zhuque spoke with a blank expression, but Zhu Wenyu could clearly sense the firmness in her tone.
As for Chen Yang, he had gone to a basement.
After a brief exchange with the Grandmasters guarding the entrance, Chen Yang entered the innermost room.
There was only one person inside: Hu Feng.
Hu Feng had been living in fear during this period. Not only was she connected to the Saint Moon Divine Venerable, but she also knew about the existence of the mysterious space...
The thought that she knew so many secrets brought tears to Hu Feng's eyes.
Just then, the sound of footsteps from outside the iron door immediately stopped Hu Feng's crying.
When the iron door opened, Chen Yang saw Hu Feng lying weakly on the ground. He frowned and said, "Logically speaking, your injuries should have healed after such a long time."
Saying this, Chen Yang bent down, intending to examine Hu Feng's body.
However, before Chen Yang's hand could touch Hu Feng, his spiritual power had already swept over her.
Upon seeing the reality of the situation, a cold smile curled on Chen Yang's lips. "Well done. Your recovery is so fast, and your illusionary techniques have also improved considerably!"