The City’s Strongest Son-in-law

Chapter 1020: Chapter 1019: Turning the Tide

Su Changfeng shook his head and said to Shen Hanxue, ”Stop worrying about me. I’m fine, and I’ll be better in a while.”

”How can you be fine? I just saw you coughing up blood.” Shen Hanxue said with a face full of concern. To Shen Hanxue, the injuries on Su Changfeng were particularly severe, and he was just saying that to prevent her from worrying.

”I’m really not in serious danger. If it puts your mind at ease, we can go to the hospital after the banquet ends. What do you think?” Su Changfeng said with a smile.

”When the banquet ends, who knows when that will be.” Shen Hanxue replied without thinking, ”You need to go to the hospital with me now. I need to be sure you’re okay before I can feel at ease.”

Su Changfeng looked at Shen Hanxue’s worried face, with tears at the corner of her eyes, clearly overwhelmed with concern for him. He knew that if he didn’t agree, Shen Hanxue would not let it go.

”Zhu Lie, I’m leaving the banquet matters to you. Shen Hanxue and I are going to the hospital,” Su Changfeng instructed Zhu Lie.

”Go ahead, don’t worry about things here.” Zhu Lie assured, patting his chest.

Su Changfeng nodded, satisfied, and went to the underground parking lot with Shen Hanxue.

Unlike before, Su Changfeng wasn’t driving this time; Shen Hanxue was, heading directly to the hospital.

While everyone sat at the banquet, two people remained by the lakeside, Elder Wu and Yang Junming.

”Elder Wu, does Su Changfeng still not know your true identity?” Yang Junming asked after thinking for a long time.

”I haven’t planned to reveal my true identity to him yet, so you must be cautious with your words when speaking before him,” Elder Wu said calmly.

Yang Junming didn’t understand the reason behind Elder Wu’s arrangement, but since he instructed so, he could only comply.

”Rest assured, I will be prudent,” Yang Junming replied respectfully.

”By the way, you just fought with Su Changfeng, what do you think of the kid?” Elder Wu suddenly asked.

Yang Junming didn’t answer immediately but pondered for a moment, gathering courage to say, ”I feel I have some speaking rights, having just fought him in battle. If he joins Tuo Shi, he might replace Guan Shan’s position and become the most formidable figure in Tuo Shi in years. I believe with his growth rate, it might not take five years to achieve such accomplishments.”

Before Yang Junming met Su Changfeng, he looked down on him, thinking he was merely strong among ordinary folk and no match for him. He believed one move could kill him.

He didn’t understand why someone as formidable as Guan Shan would fear Su Changfeng.

But after the battle, Yang Junming figured out those questions.

Su Changfeng is indeed an opponent worth respecting, and with his prowess, Guan Shan’s apprehension is justified. Given his current identity, defeating Guan Shan in Tuo Shi is only a matter of time.

”You think five years?” Elder Wu shook his head and said, ”In my view, it would be quick, one year at best or maybe three years to achieve such accomplishments.”

In Yang Junming’s perspective, five years seemed unbelievable, but Elder Wu’s estimation spoke volumes of his appreciation for Su Changfeng.

”Elder Wu, after just battling with him, I sense Su Changfeng harbors great secrets. Otherwise, he wouldn’t possess such strength. I notice his power increases with emotional intensity, which isn’t just physical. There must be other reasons,” Yang Junming said.

Elder Wu’s lips curved into a smile, saying, ”Anyone able to join Tuo Shi is mysterious. If the world knew of our existence, they would erupt with chaos!”

Yang Junming nodded slightly, acknowledging that Tuo Shi is unknown to the world, separate from the ordinary realm where Su Changfeng is mysterious, though in Tuo Shi, it’s nothing remarkable.

”Elder Wu, you took Su Changfeng as a direct disciple because you believe he can help Tuo Shi through a crisis?” Yang Junming hesitantly asked after much thought. Although no longer part of Tuo Shi, it involved secrets beyond his concern, yet curiosity got the better of him. Elder Wu never announced taking a disciple before, now showing concern for Su Changfeng of the mundane world prompted curiosity. Yang Junming trusted Elder Wu had a plan.

Elder Wu gazed into the distance, contemplating for a long time before responding solemnly, ”Lately, there have been frequent disturbances there. I reckon it won’t be long before the world falls into chaos.”

Yang Junming’s expression turned complex, fear and worry filling his heart, knowing its significance from his time with Tuo Shi.

”Su Changfeng may change fate; perhaps only this kid can stand against it,” Elder Wu remarked with profound intent.

Yang Junming’s face turned pale, legs buckling as he knelt before Elder Wu.

”Yang Junming deserves death for almost killing him!” bowing his head, Yang Junming regretted attempting to harm Su Changfeng, narrowly avoiding disaster, relieved at Elder Wu’s timely intervention. If he had killed Su Changfeng, he would become a world criminal.

”You are not at fault. I knew you’d come, not letting him hide because I wanted to assess his abilities. He needs battles to grow stronger. I was present throughout, preventing any chance of you killing him,” Elder Wu reassured calmly.

Feeling some embarrassment now, Yang Junming realized a task like safeguarding Su Changfeng involved wild anticipation. Elder Wu’s presence assured Su Changfeng’s safety, knowing killing him required defeating Elder Wu, which was impossible given Elder Wu’s unmatched prowess.