Free Web NovelChapter 268: Chapter 268: The Feng Family’s Way of Survival
"Divine Doctor Jiang, I have absolutely no problem going to the cemetery to repent. But as for finding Feng Dong, I really can’t do it in such a short time..."
Su Wanqing struggled to lift her head. "My daughter doesn’t have much time left. If you save her first, I will spend the rest of my life searching for Feng Dong. I swear it!"
She raised her hand to make an oath, her gaze pleading as she looked at Jiang Xinghai.
Jiang Xinghai said nothing, instead turning his gaze to the Great Clan Elder.
"Divine Doctor Jiang, Feng Dong is the son of the Five Races Elder—my own nephew. My son crippled his legs all those years ago, and to this day, my heart is filled with guilt as his uncle. For thirteen years, the Feng Family has been searching for him everywhere. The Five Races Elder can vouch for this," the Great Clan Elder said, revealing some of the family’s secrets.
"That’s right. For all these years, the Feng Family has continuously sent people out to search. We’ve looked everywhere in the country people have set foot, but we’ve found no trace of him."
The Five Races Elder’s eyes welled up. He nodded and explained, "I can’t figure it out either. Where could he have gone after his legs were crippled?" ƒrēewebnoѵёl.cσm
"When Lulu’s mother came back, how did she explain things?" Jiang Xinghai glanced at the Five Races Elder before looking at Feng Lulu.
"Yes, Grandpa. Mother brought me back, but... what about my father?" Feng Lulu naturally wanted to understand this as well.
"The truth is, after your mother left with Feng Dong, they lived together for half a year. He didn’t know your mother was pregnant with his child. She just left a letter and disappeared." Other than the deceased Lin Lizhen, the Five Races Elder was the only one who knew this part of the story.
"What did the letter say?" Feng Lulu pressed.
"Feng Dong wrote that he didn’t want to drag her down and that she should decide for herself whether to go back to her family."
The Five Races Elder recounted the old secret. "But how could he have known your mother was pregnant with you? How could she have gone back to her own family? She had to give you a proper identity."
"And after that..." Feng Lulu turned her head to look at the corpse of Feng Jinsheng, her face filled with rage.
"Divine Doctor Jiang, what are your thoughts on this matter?" the Great Clan Elder asked with a wry smile.
"Tell me," Jiang Xinghai asked bluntly, "why do you harbor no hatred for me after I killed your son, and instead remain so intent on saving your granddaughter?"
The Great Clan Elder’s wry smile deepened. "Alright, there are three reasons. First, that unfilial son of mine was arrogant and domineering, and I never liked him. Second, he murdered Lin Lizhen all those years ago. Your killing him today was revenge, so that score is settled. Third, my granddaughter, Zhuoran, is a Spirit Body. She’s a prime candidate for Martial Arts and the future hope of the Feng Family." ƒreeωebnovel.ƈom
"A Spirit Body? That’s quite good." Jiang Xinghai nodded faintly.
"Actually, there is one more, most important reason."
The Great Clan Elder heaved a long sigh. "Divine Doctor Jiang, your strength is unmatched by anyone in the Feng Family. Even though I am just one step away from entering the Creation Realm, I would still be no match for you. Furthermore, you cultivate both medicine and Martial Arts, making you a rare prodigy. It is only logical that I should be on good terms with you. That is the path to survival."
"Fair enough."
Jiang Xinghai turned his head toward Su Wanqing. "Then your punishment will be to live in that storage room for five years, until your daughter comes of age."
"I’m willing!" A smile finally broke through on Su Wanqing’s face.
’As long as her daughter’s life could be saved, she would have no problem living in that storage room for fifty years!’
Perhaps this was the true meaning of being a mother.
"Lead the way."
Jiang Xinghai looked up at the brightly lit Feng Family villa ahead and proceeded forward with Feng Lulu and Lin Liping.
The Great Clan Elder and the others followed in a large procession, and they all soon arrived in the living room.
The first thing Su Wanqing did was rush to Feng Zhuoran’s bedroom.
"Divine Doctor Jiang, I will have the servants prepare a late-night meal at once. After you’ve finished your work, we can drink to our hearts’ content," the Great Clan Elder said, already instructing a clansman to make the arrangements.
The Second Clan Elder took on the task and left at once.
"Prepare three bedrooms for now."
Jiang Xinghai sat impassively on the sofa, his gaze falling on Lin Liping and Feng Lulu.
Both women were lost in their own thoughts and remained silent.
"Lulu, don’t dwell on it. I can help you investigate this matter. School is starting soon, so don’t let it interfere with your studies," Jiang Xinghai consoled her.
"Thank you, Brother Xinghai." Feng Lulu managed a faint smile.
Lin Liping also said, "Let’s leave it at that for now. After you start classes, I’ll find a storefront near your university and open a branch of Jishan Hall."
"Miss Lin, the Feng Family owns a number of storefronts near Shanhe University. Please go and pick a few tomorrow. Consider it compensation from the Feng Family," the Great Clan Elder said with an apologetic smile. "If there is anything else you need, please don’t hesitate to ask."
Lin Liping was taken aback for a moment.
Jiang Xinghai nodded. "Liping, you can accept the Great Clan Elder’s kind offer."
"Very well. I’ll go pick a few tomorrow." Lin Liping smiled faintly.
’Feng Lulu was transferring to Shanhe University. As her aunt, Lin Liping naturally wanted to be nearby to support her. Opening a pharmacy in the area would also allow her to expand Jishan Hall. It was the perfect arrangement.’
"Zhuoran, come here. This is Divine Doctor Jiang."
Just then, Su Wanqing led a girl in a hat over to them. She looked to be about twelve or thirteen years old.
"Hello, Divine Doctor Jiang." Feng Zhuoran had delicate, pretty features. Whether it was due to her personality or her illness, she was a very quiet girl.
Jiang Xinghai nodded to himself. ’So this is the little girl with the special constitution—a Spirit Body.’
