Free Web NovelChapter 1657: Chapter 963:
"Hope you’ll do what you say." Yang Xiao left here first.
After more than ten minutes, Yang Xiao saw Chen Nang in another room. He had changed into new clothes. Since he was in prison, he had nothing much to carry, just a long backpack.
Chen Nang sat on a small stool, his uneasy expression hiding excitement, his eyes constantly looking around. He had been imprisoned here for a full seven years, from once brimming with ambition to now completely desolate, he never thought he’d see the day he’d get out.
"Tell me why you were locked up here." Yang Xiao crossed his arms, leaning against a comfortable leather sofa.
He wasn’t in a rush, as Captain Zheng had already arranged the travel plans for him. Due to Chen Nang’s special status, he couldn’t travel by public transport, so he had to be driven all the way to Jiangbei Province for safety reasons, with Yang Xiao accompanying in the car.
Yang Xiao had already contacted Wu Qingcang, who had arranged accommodation for Chen Nang at the experimental base managed by Professor Cui. First, he would be isolated, and after some time, he would meet with those Evil Cultivators, and then Chen Nang would be Yang Xiao’s eyes among them.
Just as Chen Nang was about to explain, Yang Xiao spoke again, "Remember, when you talk to me, you must tell the truth. I’ll only tell you this once."
"I once participated in a task led by the Nanzhe Province Public Office. The task was to handle a supernatural event, during which I wiped out a village and accidentally killed people from the Chamber of Commerce." Pausing, Chen Nang confessed, "I had a chance to report to the higher-ups at the time, but I didn’t. I was greedy for merit, hoping to be noticed by the Patrol Defense Office and join them. I’m a Loose Cultivator, with no power or backers; I wanted to join the Patrol Defense Office."
"Remember this lesson. In the future, when you’re with me, all the credit is mine, understand?"
"I get it, you helped me so much, I owe you and ought to repay you. Besides..." Chen Nang gave a bitter smile, "In my current situation, does merit really mean anything to me?"
Chen Nang also knew his mistake of killing people from the Chamber of Commerce was a big problem. Now, even if he got out, he had to keep a low profile, because if the Chamber of Commerce recognized him, he’d still die. Those guys from the Chamber of Commerce seek revenge tirelessly.
"By the way, Chu Xi probably isn’t your real name. What should I call you?" Chen Nang asked curiously.
"You’ll know when you come back with me." This was Nanzhe Province Public Office’s territory, and Yang Xiao wouldn’t be foolish enough to expose Ming Emperor Ye Xiao’s identity.
Soon, Captain Zheng sent word that the vehicle was arranged. Yang Xiao took Chen Nang and began the return journey under the cover of night. freёwebnovel.com
Throughout the ride, Chen Nang seemed very excited, constantly looking out the window as if everything was fresh.
Because he had to escort this guy, Yang Xiao didn’t dare sleep, only closing his eyes for a rest. He felt Chen Nang was too much like himself, someone who could adapt to circumstances.
After a day and night, they finally arrived. Once in Jiangbei Province, they switched to the car arranged by Wu Qingcang, which took them to the experimental base.
They took the elevator underground, stopping not at the deepest level but midway. When the door opened, it revealed a spacious area, with essentials and also artificial gardens, a beach pool, etc. The living conditions were much better than the previous secret prison.
It was evident that Chen Nang was quite satisfied. Except for not being able to leave, the facilities here basically met his needs as a normal person.
"For the time being, stay here comfortably. There is a computer in your room, with information about everything that happened in the outside world during your years of incarceration. You need to quickly understand the current situation. Additionally, improve your swordsmanship and abilities; you’ve neglected them quite a bit over the years," Yang Xiao reminded.
"Indeed, I’ve neglected some, but even if I hadn’t, I wouldn’t be your opponent; you’re too frightening," Chen Nang remarked, "Chu Xi isn’t your real name, could you tell me your name?"
"Yu Yuan Sect, Ming Emperor, Ye Xiao." Yang Xiao provided his Evil Cultivator alias; Chen Nang didn’t need to know his real name, this was enough.
"You’re from the Yu Yuan Sect?" Chen Nang was stunned, as he’d clearly heard of the Yu Yuan Sect’s reputation. After a while, he silently nodded, "No wonder your style is so peculiar."
He didn’t question why someone from the Yu Yuan Sect would have connections with the Patrol Defense Office, because he vaguely guessed it. He suspected Yang Xiao was an undercover agent sent into the Evil Cultivator’s group by the Patrol Defense Office, and bringing him on board might be for the same purpose. freёwebnovel.com
Cultivator or not, Chen Nang didn’t care, as long as Yang Xiao fulfilled his promise after three years and granted him freedom.
"This phone is for you. You can’t contact the outside world, but you can only contact one person, me," Yang Xiao handed over a phone to Chen Nang.
"In a week, I’ll come to get you and bring you to meet some other people. You’ll have to show your skills; either you kill them, or... they kill you; I’m not joking," Yang Xiao patted Chen Nang on the shoulder, "Train hard, don’t let me down."
"No need to worry."
Just before stepping into the elevator, Yang Xiao turned around and smiled, "I still like your rebellious spirit from the beginning; regain it."
"Take care." Chen Nang’s pale complexion began to regain the air he had when they first met during the mission.
After finishing all this, Yang Xiao left, as he had matters to report personally to Wu Qingcang.
