Free Web NovelChapter 1331: Chapter 1329: Trying to Intervene in the Base
Although he couldn’t learn cooking from Gao Zhenggen, Yang Chen was not disheartened, as this skill was merely a seasoning of life. He enjoyed cooking and considered himself a foodie who took pride in making his own meals. Learning culinary arts was a bonus, but not learning it wasn’t a loss, since he wasn’t a professional chef, and besides, his cooking skills were passable; the dishes he made were quite acceptable. As for the supreme artistic pursuit like Elder Gao’s, he couldn’t achieve that.
Yang Chen would not be troubled by gains and losses, so during the remaining time, he took advantage of this rare opportunity to have a good rest.
In the afternoon, the leader came in person.
Yang Chen already knew the purpose in his heart.
He knew the leader would come, and he waited here for him.
In fact, thinking about it, Yang Chen found it somewhat amusing.
Currently, the situation with him, the elder, and the leader was like in the Journey to the West. Yang Chen was like the rebellious Monkey King, whom the elders couldn’t suppress. And the elder and leader were at odds, even hostile towards each other. The leader’s presence was like Taibai Jinxing, mediating between them.
The leader came today for this matter.
Sitting in the room, sipping hot tea, the leader’s face was full of embarrassment.
"Leader, you don’t have to be like this. I wouldn’t get angry over that position; it’s all for the safety of Flame Country, I understand naturally," Yang Chen said straightforwardly.
The leader felt embarrassed, put down the teacup, wanting to say more but hesitated.
Seeing this, Yang Chen laughed and said, "Leader, it has always been you leading the Dragon Tooth Squad. I’m more like someone you lead; is there anything you can’t say?"
Hearing Yang Chen’s words, the leader felt relieved and said to Yang Chen, "Xiaoyang, now that you say this, I’m assured. It’s truly not easy for Flame Country to have today’s development. There must be no mistakes. Now that we have a rising trend, someday, we will stand at the top of the world. The entire world is watching us, all wanting to step on us, afraid we’ll surpass them. Some are covetous, wanting to take a piece from us. So at this critical moment, we must be cautious and prudent; seeking development is the best strategy, and in whatever we do, there must be no impulsiveness."
Yang Chen faced it with a smile.
How could he not understand these truths?
Slowly, the leader brought the topic back and said to Yang Chen, "The elder said that the matter this time should be let go, it was unavoidable, won’t be pursued further."
"That’s better." Yang Chen nodded.
If the elder really insisted on it, Yang Chen would not allow him to manipulate it. If it turned into a real conflict, nobody’s face would look good!
"Mainly, you also know, the elder’s term... He doesn’t want to leave a bunch of trouble for the next person, it might be difficult to justify historically later." The leader made excuses for the elder.
Yang Chen smiled faintly, saying nothing.
"However, the elder proposed one condition." The leader cautiously looked at Yang Chen, slowly revealing the true purpose of this visit.
Yang Chen frowned slightly.
But things had reached this point, if it was a trivial matter, he wouldn’t mind making some concessions.
After all, for the development of Flame Country, he wouldn’t mind yielding a bit.
The leader saw Yang Chen’s expression and slowly said, "The leader hopes to reorganize the experimental base, send in some personnel for supervision, to avoid similar situations reoccurring."
Upon hearing this, Yang Chen’s expression changed, directly refusing, "Impossible!"
If it were other matters, Yang Chen wouldn’t mind a little grievance to get through it, but wanting to interfere with the experimental base is absolutely not possible!
The importance of the experimental base is self-evident. After several rounds of cleaning, it is considered completely clean. Now if the elder interferes again, it will only make things worse.
Under no circumstances would Yang Chen allow anyone to interfere with the base!
The leader had been involved with the experimental base matters, so he was very clear about the internal situation of the base and understood Yang Chen’s concerns very well.
But seeing Yang Chen’s firm refusal, he couldn’t help but persuade, "Xiaoyang, the elder has this one request, and he also has the power to participate. It’s just about adding a few people in. After all, once inside the base, whether they have real authority is up to us. We can just render them powerless. If you’re worried about them infiltrating, we can monitor them."
His aim was to get Yang Chen to agree to the elder’s request and give the elder a way out, so that everyone’s face would look good.
Yang Chen snorted coldly, "If something goes wrong, who will take responsibility? It’s not about a few people; it’s about unleashing the complete danger of the base!"
"If we strictly supervise..." The leader still tried to persuade Yang Chen.
"No need to say more, it’s absolutely impossible! I will not agree! There’s no such thing as strict supervision, only whether there’s a boundary of danger! This is my bottom line, absolutely cannot agree!" Yang Chen’s expression was cold, appearing somewhat ruthless.
But on this matter, Yang Chen had to appear ruthless. Not only to the leader but to anyone, even his father-in-law Ye Liangcai couldn’t sway him!
Once the danger leaks out, it would be a catastrophic disaster, not a child’s play!
The leader looked troubled.
He had agreed to this matter to facilitate it, ease the relationship between the elder and Yang Chen. But now it seemed unlikely.
Though the leader tried to persuade him multiple times, Yang Chen’s response was always the same: No agreement!
Ultimately, the leader appeared helpless and could only leave.
After the leader left, Yang Chen sat in the living room, his eyes flickering, seemingly contemplating something.
...
At dusk.
The family gathered for dinner.
Ye Liangcai appeared in high spirits, and Ye Xin seemed quite happy.
But Yang Chen seemed somewhat absent-minded, as if his thoughts were elsewhere.
"Did the leader come home today?" Master Ye inquired.
Actually, Master Ye was at home all day, but upon hearing the leader was here for Yang Chen, he chose to stay in his study.
"Yes!"
"Was there anything important?"
Yang Chen hesitated for a moment and said, "Nothing, just talked about Flame Country being at a crucial stage of development, advised me not to be impulsive or anything like that."
Master Ye nodded slowly, "That’s right, this period is quite critical, patience is important. Once our strength truly develops, then we have the qualification for revenge!"
"Yes!"
Yang Chen responded but said no more.
After the meal, Ye Liangcai was about to leave hurriedly, but Yang Chen got up and stopped him, "Uncle Ye, if there’s nothing urgent, can we talk before you leave?"
Ye Liangcai stopped and looked at Yang Chen with confusion. But seeing Yang Chen’s serious face, he nodded, "Alright, it’s fine, nothing urgent."
Actually, he had been extremely busy the past couple of days, but his son-in-law was home and gave him such a grand gift, so he had to return for dinner.
Seeing Yang Chen stopping him now, Ye Liangcai naturally knew there was something important Yang Chen wanted to discuss with him.
Otherwise, with Yang Chen’s keen observation, he would know that Ye Liangcai had been busy non-stop these past two days.
Master Ye also took a deep look at Yang Chen, got up and said, "Let’s go to the study."
