Chen Benhao took a deep breath. When the Chen Family made a move, it was the most troubleso matter because he was acutely aware of just how powerful the Chen Family really was.
Although Chen Benshuang had told him about Su Yang’s current situation, that his strength had increased significantly and he was now capable of defeating Chen Benhong and even Zhao Dongming.
However, inside the Chen Family, there were several individuals who had broken through the bottleneck to beco Sovereigns; among them were so old fellows who had been in seclusion for many years, their strength now unknowable. These people couldn’t be judged by common sense. In a one-on-one fight, even Lü Donglin might not be a match for these old tirs, let alone Su Yang!
After much contemplation, Chen Benhao said in a low voice, "Shuang’er, please convey a ssage to Su Yang for . Tell him to stop seeking revenge for the next few days. No matter where those people who watched Wang Hao get beaten are, he shouldn’t bother with them."
"Why?" Chen Benshuang was surprised. "Su Yang can’t deal with Huang Mingshan, so he must target these people first. Plus, Su Yang is engaging in guerrilla warfare, which is actually a pretty unpredictable approach!"
Chen Benhao glanced at Chen Benshuang; he didn’t know how she had changed her mind. But he knew Chen Benshuang very well. She was not one to lie; if she said she would help Su Yang, she would surely help without being two-faced. Thus, Chen Benhao felt so trust toward Chen Benshuang.
"I’m afraid Chen Benhong might use these people as bait to lure out Su Yang. Once that happens, Su Yang could be in danger!" Chen Benhao said gravely.
Chen Benshuang’s expression changed instantly. She hadn’t considered this possibility until Chen Benhao ntioned it, and now she fully understood the risks involved.
"We must indeed be cautious!" Chen Benshuang imdiately responded. "Alright, I will find a way to contact Su Yang and tell him to hide for a while no matter what."
Chen Benhao looked at Chen Benshuang, unsure why she had suddenly decided to help Su Yang. Yet her willingness to do so allowed him to breathe a sigh of relief.
"Shuang’er, thank you!" Chen Benhao sincerely expressed.
Chen Benshuang glanced at him and said, "I said I would do three favors for you; consider this the first. If there’s anything else in the future, I will still help you!"
Chen Benhao smiled. He actually had no intention of asking Chen Benshuang to do anything for him, but such was her character; once she decided on sothing, no one else could change her mind.
Chen Benshuang took the Qijing Pill and left the dungeon. At the exit, she saw Elder Jiu, who was standing there looking inside from afar.
It was apparent that Elder Jiu was deeply concerned about what was happening inside.
"Don’t worry, he’ll be fine!" Chen Benshuang said. "Once this is over, I’ll go and beg the Patriarch to release Chen Benhao."
Elder Jiu was taken aback; he knew that the relationship between Chen Benshuang and Chen Benhao was rather average, so why was Chen Benshuang suddenly speaking on Chen Benhao’s behalf?
"This...this might not be appropriate..." Elder Jiu said in a low voice. "Locking up Hao’er was a decision by the Council of Elders, and our eldest brother is also aware of it. If you go to him, this...this would be ddling in the family’s affairs, which isn’t good for you!"
"I know, I’ll find another way to persuade him." Chen Benshuang took a deep breath, then suddenly said in a low voice, "Elder Jiu, do you...do you know about Chen Pu being locked up here?"
Elder Jiu visibly swayed, and with a complex look at Chen Benshuang, he whispered, "You saw him?"
Elder Jiu originally thought that after such a long ti, Chen Benshuang wouldn’t recognize Chen Pu anymore. Unexpectedly, she still recognized him.
"Why is he locked up here?" Chen Benshuang asked quietly.
"This..." Elder Jiu hesitated for a mont and then said, "He betrayed the family, colluded with outsiders, and sold out family intelligence, leading to the death of more than thirty of our elites. So, this is the family’s punishnt for him!"
"What?" Chen Benshuang’s eyes widened. "How...how is that possible? How could Chen Pu ever do such a thing? To save , he nearly lost his life and refused to reveal my hiding place. At that ti, he was just a child, and as he grew up serving the family, he devoted himself wholeheartedly. How...how could he do sothing to betray the family?"
"It’s the truth, he himself admitted it," Elder Jiu said softly. "Shuang’er, people grow up, and hearts can change."
Chen Benshuang was flabbergasted, unable to comprehend how Chen Pu could have beco like this.
How could the boy who nearly gave his life to save her have turned into such a traitor to the family?
"Alright, you should leave now," Elder Jiu paused. "Don’t let anyone know that you’ve seen Chen Pu. Otherwise, I...I’m afraid he won’t live much longer..."
"Why!?" Chen Benshuang urgently asked.
"Don’t ask about these matters," Elder Jiu replied. "For your own good, Chen Pu’s good, and Chen Benhao’s good as well, forget what you saw in the dungeon as if it never happened and don’t get involved."
Chen Benshuang wanted to ask more, but Elder Jiu had already returned to his room and closed the door, refusing to speak to her any further.
Chen Benshuang stood there stunned for a while. This experience in the dungeon had greatly altered her worldview. She didn’t know what was going on with the family, but she did know that there were too many family secrets she was unaware of, too many things she couldn’t understand!
Sighing deeply, Chen Benshuang took the Qijing Pill and first returned to Black Widow’s place.
Handing over the Qijing Pill to Zi Nu, Zi Nu went into the room to treat Xiao Hei. With the Qijing Pill, saving Xiao Hei was a simple matter.
Chen Benshuang stood at the door, looking at the distant pavilion. The pavilion was Black Widow’s usual abode.
On any normal day, when Chen Benshuang ca here, she would head straight for the pavilion to find Black Widow.
But today, Chen Benshuang stood at the base of the pavilion, finding it difficult to move her feet.
Her experience in the dungeon had affected her imnsely. She wanted to go up and ask Black Widow, but in the end, she dared not. She feared Black Widow might also be involved in the family’s affairs. If that were true, then her only idol, her only belief, would completely crumble!
Not long after, Zi Nu ca out of the room, "Shuang’er, it’s done. He’ll wake up after a few days of rest."
"Oh, thank you, Sister Zi Nu," Chen Benshuang paused before saying, "Sister Zi Nu, could you please take care of him for a bit? I’ve got so things to attend to and need to step out."
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