Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1640: Chapter 1635: Volcano Rescue

As the saying goes, actions speak louder than intentions; Fu Qian never imposes meaningless demands when it comes to employing people.

For instance, whether the person involved wants to do it or not.

Ms. Xiao Ying came here to secretly report the important news of the Night Watchman’s visit to the upper echelons of the Huang Family.

Although acts of unauthorized intrusion seem to be strictly forbidden.

The significant operation taking place here clearly does not allow for disturbances.

As for why Ms. Xiao Ying chose to bring me here despite knowing this, it was naturally because I gave her an irrefutable reason — the Night Watchman’s intrusion was very peculiar.

To a family that recently had some incidents, this is a rather serious indication of an event.

As a responsible guard, after some inner struggle, Xiao Ying chose to prioritize expediency.

Why was there such a confirmation of the prohibition?

”Impossible, how could he come? And doing it secretly?”

After quietly moving a bit further, Fu Qian held his breath and took a vantage point, focusing on the exchange ahead.

Indeed, Xiao Ying, who came here, was stopped, not allowed to pass.

The gatekeeper was even someone familiar — Huang Jianyuan, Elder Huang Leji’s son.

Always known for his fiery temper, he was even more uncompromising at this moment.

Even regarding the news conveyed by the other party, he obviously held a certain amount of skepticism.

”Considering our previously good relationship, he should have been restricted by the new person in charge from contacting us.”

”Never mind that the Night Watchman wouldn’t know the matters inside here, even if some news leaked out, it’s unlikely he would come to sneak around and investigate?”

Despite not having seen each other for days, the gatekeeper, appearing to have made no progress, quickly analyzed with a frown.

”Initially, I thought the same, so I specifically tailed him for a while before confronting him.”

Guard Xiao Ying undeniably seemed urgent but didn’t dare show any slack towards this gatekeeper, patiently explaining.

”I am very sure he is deliberately avoiding being discovered, even changing his clothes.”

That’s because we deliberately didn’t change ours.

For Ms. Xiao Ying’s professional conduct, Fu Qian still gave a certain level of acknowledgment and silently added a note in his mind.

Pinching his face didn’t alter the disguise; Captain Qiao wearing his original clothes was, of course, unusual, but a sneaky Captain Qiao was not necessarily so.

The principle of two negatives making a positive had been explained before, and now it was proving quite effective again.

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”But this still doesn’t explain why they would send him.”

It could be seen that Ms. Xiao Ying’s words held a certain weight.

After she supplemented the details in an excessively firm tone, even though unwilling to accept reality, Huang Jianyuan remained silent momentarily, ceased unnecessary questioning, and began to ponder the reason within.

”At first, I didn’t understand either, but on the way here, I suddenly realized something — could it be that he wasn’t sent here, but came on his own, wanting to provide some information?”

And taking a deep breath, even though no one was around, Ms. Xiao Ying still lowered her voice.

”His concealment isn’t targeted at us, but at the Night Watchman.”

”With unfavorable news, did he specifically come to warn?”

Showing a twinkle in his eye, Huang Jianyuan displayed the acuity of a new generation leader.

”I had no idea he shared such a deep bond with my father, but I have to say, this makes things a lot more reasonable.”

An ally instead of an enemy, no matter how it was said, seemed like a good thing.

But if true, what it represented behind the scenes was yet unsettling.

”I thought the same; which is why after temporarily securing the person, I rushed here at the fastest pace.”

”I felt it crucial to notify immediately of such matters.”

Xiao Ying, with a gratified expression, expressed that great minds think alike.

”I understand your point... However, communication devices inside here can’t be used, so I can only find a way to contact my father and others quickly.”

Huang Jianyuan once again agreed with her view, nodding slightly as he glanced at the depths behind them.

”Haven’t found Blood Lion yet? I’ll just go in and notify directly.”

Glancing over, Xiao Ying was clearly somewhat dissatisfied with this efficiency.

”Sorry, my father has issued strict orders not to let anyone in.”

Unfortunately, Huang Jianyuan shook his head in an instant, leaving no room for negotiation in his words.

”Just as I must stay here, unable to leave a step.”

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So, the incident’s origin was Blood Lion went missing?

The elite of the Huang Family was dispatched actually for a volcano rescue mission?

Ms. Xiao Ying’s question undoubtedly revealed a very important piece of information, making Fu Qian increasingly satisfied with his patience in waiting for this occasion.

Although the main topic of discussion involved the identity I was impersonating, a few words made the situation much clearer.

It seemed as though since returning to his ancestral land and becoming unusually low-key, something special had happened to Huang Zhixun, along with definitive information allowing the Huang Family to confirm its relation to the inner workings of the mountain, thus organizing this rescue operation.

Of course, this was only the surface reason.

The objective of this search and rescue might not be that straightforward.

Huang Leji and the others might indeed be aware of something.

The reason for stating so is quite simple —

If it was just an ordinary disappearance, already such a huge affair, why would capable guards like Xiao Ying be left out of the operation?

Even the gatekeeper had to be absolutely trustworthy family members.

Huang Zhixun’s intent in bringing people home wasn’t straightforward; even an outsider could sense it somewhat, so Old Master Huang couldn’t possibly overlook it.

This search and rescue operation seemed far from straightforward.

No wonder it’s inside a volcano; entering it, one could almost smell the tension in the air.

”Alright... I’ll head back first then; I’m worried that guy might cause additional trouble with the time spent.”

Clearly, Huang Jianyuan’s adherence to principles had piqued the family guard somewhat.

After hesitating for a few seconds, Xiao Ying sighed deeply and decisively chose not to insist further.

Not even attempting to hide her disappointment in her words, the very next moment, she turned around and left.

”Thank you for your hard work.”

Nodding slightly, Huang Jianyuan didn’t seem inclined to offer any comfort and even fixed his gaze on her, clearly ensuring she truly left.

And although Xiao Ying was turned away, she seemed fully aware of this too, her figure darting, and once out of sight, quickly made her way close to Fu Qian’s hiding spot — and suddenly halted in the next moment, her body blending swiftly into the shadows.

The earlier reaction appeared to be a mere diversion; she not only was unwilling to be kept out but seemed ready to make some move.

Observing this with interest, Fu Qian had already thoughtfully initiated the Blood Conquest, awaiting the lady’s act.

Despite Xiao Ying’s decent concealment skills, the tight space from where Huang Jianyuan wasn’t a complete fool left a slim chance of successfully sneaking inside undetected.