Chapter 989: Chapter 601: Relic
When leaving the Xue Family, the sisters Xue Lan and Xue Ju wore faces full of reluctance. Although the Xue Family Head also wanted Liu Hun to stay a couple more days, Liu Hun ultimately refused.
He had been out in Bai City for two and a half days, so no matter what, he absolutely had to hurry to the City of Death this evening. Otherwise, Zhang Fan would be in grave danger.
“Can’t you stay a few more days?” After leaving the Xue Family, Xue Lan asked Liu Hun somewhat plaintively.
Hearing this, Liu Hun put up a faintly playful smile and said: “What, do you want me to stay at your place for a few more days?”
“I want to spend more time with my sister; she’s just finally woken up…” Xue Lan lightly bit her red lip and didn’t really take Liu Hun’s words to heart.
Though she still felt no particular fondness for Liu Hun, deep in her heart, she was very grateful to him. If it weren’t for Liu Hun, her sister might have never woken up; and the culprit who framed little Ju wouldn’t have been caught.
“Even if I stay, if you want your sister not to face any danger, your father will still take her away as soon as possible.” Liu Hun said calmly.
Upon hearing Liu Hun’s words, Xue Lan’s face grew a bit pale. Just thinking about this issue filled her with unease. However, given her sister’s current situation, there was no other choice but to take her away from the Xue Family temporarily. Otherwise, if that mysterious person found her sister, it wouldn’t be good for Xue Ju.
Looking at Xue Lan’s somewhat downcast expression, Liu Hun gently grasped Xue Lan’s small hand and comforted her: “Don’t worry, one day, I’ll help the Xue Family overcome the current difficulties; and catch the culprit.”
“Hmm.” She raised her head and looked at Liu Hun’s earnest eyes; for the first time, she didn’t try to withdraw her hand from Liu Hun’s grasp. Instead, she allowed him to hold her small hand and softly replied.
Soon, Liu Hun took Xue Lan to Nangong Jin’s establishment. Seeing Liu Hun bring her to such a place, Xue Lan’s brows furrowed instinctively, clearly displeased.
Before, when she wasn’t with Liu Hun, whatever Liu Hun did was his business. But now, since she was with him, taking her openly to a place like this to find girls would make any girl’s heart slightly uneasy.
Across the day, Xue Lan had started to dislike Liu Hun less. But at this moment, all of Liu Hun’s efforts went in vain.
“Things aren’t as you think; that previous scene was just for show. Come on, you’ll understand soon.” As Liu Hun saw Xue Lan stop, how could he not understand her thoughts? He smiled, unconcerned, and continued to lead Xue Lan inside the establishment.
As the two had just entered the establishment, Nangong Jin saw Liu Hun and Xue Lan holding hands, her exquisite face showing slight surprise, and a hint of disappointment flashed in her beautiful eyes.
But still, with a forced smile, she approached Liu Hun and said, “Mr. Liu…”
“Jin’er, find an empty room. Xiao Lan is considered one of us now.” Liu Hun saw Nangong Jin’s expression, a tinge of guilt in his eyes, but he instructed Nangong Jin.
Nangong Jin, like Yang Yi, was a foolish girl. Moreover, offering unquestioning support to whatever Liu Hun wanted to do.
Nangong Jin put away her smile, nodded, and then led them to a room.
“Xiao Lan, let me introduce you. This is Nangong Jin; you can call her Jin’er sister from now on. Jin’er, this is Xue Lan; you should be aware.” Once inside the room, Liu Hun directly introduced the two to each other.
As Liu Hun’s words fell, neither girl spoke. For Xue Lan, she hadn’t expected the owner of this establishment before her to be such a pretty girl, whose figure and looks were not inferior to hers.
As for Nangong Jin, she could vaguely guess the reasons behind Xue Lan’s assumptions, but she didn’t want to speak at the moment.
“Jin’er is the last descendant of the Nangong Family. The reason she opened this establishment was solely to gather information about that mysterious power. Jin’er, Xiao Lan is now my girlfriend, and the issues concerning the Xue Family have been sorted out. In this matter, I…” Liu Hun said with a bitter expression, yet he didn’t continue.
“Brother Liu Hun, you needn’t say anything; I know. And no matter what you do, Jin’er will always be by your side to support you.” Nangong Jin looked at Liu Hun earnestly and said.
Upon hearing Nangong Jin and Liu Hun’s words, Xue Lan’s face couldn’t help but show a hint of shock.
She never expected that the beautiful girl before her would have such a terrifying background, and when compared, her own Xue Family’s lineage couldn’t even come close, even though the Nangong Family had already been destroyed.
“Jin’er, I’ve come here today not only because I don’t want to hide anything from you, but also to inform you that I have instructed the Family Head of the Xue Family to offer you more support in the future. If you ever need anything, you can turn to him. I will likely leave Bai City tonight, so take good care of yourself. Remember, whatever happens, your safety is paramount, everything else is secondary. Brother Liu Hun doesn’t want you to help me with anything, but just to be safe and sound. Otherwise, even if I depart from this world, I won’t be able to answer to your father.” Liu Hun said with a hint of sigh, advising Nangong Jin.
“Brother Liu Hun, you don’t need to worry about me. Jin’er will take good care of herself.” Nangong Jin nodded gently to Liu Hun, eyes filled with tenderness.
To Nangong Jin, having Liu Hun’s words meant she would willingly pay any price, even with her life.
Listening to their conversation, Xue Lan remained silent the entire time, but she could see that Nangong Jin was not as she previously thought. As the last descendant of the Nangong Family, she was certainly no ordinary person. Opening such a club was of course no exception, not to mention her loyalty to Liu Hun, which was at a level she would sacrifice herself for. She didn’t even care Liu Hun had someone else by his side.
Such a girl is rare in the world, apart from sincerely treating Liu Hun, no one would be as generous as Nangong Jin.
“Brother Liu Hun, Sister Xue, since you are leaving tonight, perhaps you could attend an auction later. Among the items is a medical journal. I wasn’t sure when the auction would begin, so I didn’t inform you earlier.” Nangong Jin changed the topic, then said to Liu Hun.
“Medical journal? Is it the medical journal left by the Divine Doctor, considered a treasure in the field of medicine?” Xue Lan expressed surprise before Liu Hun could speak.
“Yes, it’s exactly that medical journal.” Nangong Jin looked at Xue Lan in surprise for a moment and then nodded.
“How much would it cost approximately?” Liu Hun asked calmly, taking a deep breath. At that moment, both women sensed something strange about Liu Hun; however, while Nangong Jin understood his reaction, Xue Lan did not.
“I am still investigating where this medical journal emerged from, but it seems to originate from a certain power in Huaihai Province. I need more time to verify; but based on my preliminary estimation, since this journal is coveted by both the nation and many secular figures, the initial price would be at least ten billion.” Nangong Jin said hesitantly to Liu Hun.
“Ten billion? That’s terrifying, even if the journal was left by the Divine Doctor, it shouldn’t be that scary.” Xue Lan said, shocked.
Since entering this room, one event after another stirred her calm heart that had been at peace for many years.
“And it’s ten billion US Dollars.” Nangong Jin said with a bitter smile.
At this moment, Liu Hun took a deep breath and quickly found Yang Yi’s number on his phone, dialing it quickly. Soon, the call connected, and Yang Yi’s surprised voice came through, “What, missing me?”
“I do miss you a bit, but I have good news to share this time. I’ve met Jin’er.” Liu Hun said, laughing bitterly over the phone to Yang Yi.
The speakerphone was on, so both women heard everything clearly.
“Jin’er? Nangong Jin? Jin’er is really alive?” Yang Yi paused for a moment, then her voice showed signs of excitement.
“Sister Yang, it’s Jin’er.” Nangong Jin said softly to Yang Yi over the phone.
“This is wonderful, Jin’er. Sister Yang thought… never mind those things, have you returned with Brother Liu Hun this time? Let Sister Yang take a good look at you; it’s been years since I’ve seen you, my little girl. I suppose you’ve grown into a beautiful young lady. How is Brother Liu Hun treating you? If he bullies you, tell Sister Yang, and I’ll teach him a lesson.” Yang Yi said happily as she chatted with Nangong Jin.
“Sister Yang, I can’t return with Brother Liu Hun for now …” Nangong Jin said apologetically to Yang Yi.
“Liu Hun, I don’t care what you do, but under no circumstances can Jin’er be exposed to any danger. If you can’t ensure that, I’ll personally visit the Yang Family.” At this moment, Yang Yi instructed Liu Hun seriously.
Yang Yi rarely spoke to Liu Hun in this manner, but Liu Hun knew Yang Yi was truly concerned about Nangong Jin’s safety.
“I owe both you and Jin’er too much, so in this life, I will never allow harm to come to you; no matter the cost. Yi’er, as for your Yang Family, please give me some time. If it ever comes to that point, I’ll do as you say.” Liu Hun knew what Yang Yi intended, but in neither his past nor present life did he want to confront the Yang Family.
“Alright, let’s leave it at that, transfer twenty billion US Dollars into my account, it will be of use to me.” Liu Hun instructed again without waiting for Yang Yi to speak.