Hades, the Urban Legend

Chapter 620: Chapter 623: A Simple Request

The situation began a few days ago when Tang Wan brought Tang Tang back to Yan Capital.

At the request of the elder, Tang Zhechen, dozens of key figures from the Tang family gathered for an internal family meeting. The main purpose was to resolve some interpersonal conflicts, with the elder overseeing the overall situation to clear up the recent internal chaos.

Tang Wan and Tang Huang, as the main candidates for future succession, were, of course, highlighted.

At the end of the meeting, Tang Zhechen stated that he didn't have many more years of clear-headed management left. Therefore, he decided to spend the next year evaluating his grandchildren, Tang Wan and Tang Huang.

Tang Huang managed the family's northern businesses, while Tang Wan was in charge of the southern region. The successor would be determined based on the percentage increase in net profits from their respective areas.

This decision naturally heightened the already tense and competitive atmosphere between the two.

However, neither of the main parties expressed any opinion. They simply agreed to follow the elder's decision and planned to return to their respective posts once the family meeting ended.

But on the night before Tang Wan was supposed to return to Zhonghai, she suddenly fainted during a dinner party!

The two factions within the Tang family were thrown into chaos. After several experienced doctors examined Tang Wan, they were left bewildered. They only knew that she had an unknown virus in her body. This toxin wouldn't cause immediate death, but it would severely weaken all her organs and make her immune system extremely fragile.

The virus was similar to HIV, reducing the body's immunity and making it susceptible to minor illnesses.

Given that Tang Wan contracted the virus within the Tang family estate, everyone realized the gravity of the situation. If someone had poisoned Tang Wan, it could only have been a family member. The most likely suspect, based on motive, was someone from Tang Huang's faction. However, if Tang Huang had done it, the plan was too rash and clumsy.

The second issue was whether the virus was contagious and if it was similar to HIV.

The Tang family members were naturally terrified of the unknown virus, worried they might also be infected. Thus, Tang Wan, the poisoned successor candidate, became an isolated "pathogen." Despite her weakened state, no one dared to approach her. She was sent to a hospital isolation ward, where doctors and nurses in protective gear took care of her.

Since the incident occurred within the Tang family under public scrutiny, they considered it a scandal and tried to suppress the news. Meanwhile, they sent Tang Wan's blood samples to the Academy of Sciences for analysis, hoping to find a solution.

Upon hearing the general situation, Yang Chen felt slightly relieved, at least knowing Tang Wan's life was not immediately at risk. Hearing Tang Tang's sobbing, he gently said, "Crying won't help, dear. But why did it take so long to call me about such an important matter?"

Tang Tang whispered, "I wanted to call you right away, Uncle. You managed to get Miss Jane to cure Great-grandfather, so you can surely help Mom. But everyone at home was worried about the news getting out and damaging the family's reputation. After Mom fell ill, Great-grandfather's health also declined, and he's been resting at home, leaving Uncle Tang Huang to handle everything. I've been trying to find a chance to contact you, and now I'm hiding under the covers."

Yang Chen sneered, reputation? With Tang Wan down, who cares about reputation? The Tang family is deep and tragic. Some people must be deliberately preventing Tang Wan from getting help, even hoping she dies mysteriously.

Things couldn't be delayed. Unlike Tang Zhechen's "madness" before, no one knew how long Tang Wan could hold on. Yang Chen couldn't afford to summon Jane from the UK; he had to go to Yan Capital himself.

Fortunately, his cultivation had reached a new height during this period. Although he hadn't tried it, Yang Chen was confident he could resolve Tang Wan's crisis.

Tang Wan might not yet be considered his woman, but their relationship teetered on the edge. Combined with his connections with Tang Tang, Yuan Ye, and others, he had to do his best to help her.

However, the sudden incident meant he had to break his promise to Cai Yan and head to Yan Capital early. He'd have to reunite with Cai Yan once she returned to Yan Capital.

Assuring Tang Tang to wait for him, Yang Chen hung up the phone and noticed Lin Ruoxi beside him, looking at him with a complex expression. He smiled calmly, "It seems my trip to Yan Capital needs to be moved up."

Lin Ruoxi, who had understood some of the content, nodded and said, "Forgive where you can. It's not Zhonghai; you're unfamiliar with the place, and any trouble will be problematic."

Yang Chen was surprised by Lin Ruoxi's reminder and laughed, "I thought you'd be angry at me for going to the Tang family to see Tang Wan."

Lin Ruoxi glared at him, "Matters of priority. I'm not an unreasonable shrew."

Feeling reassured, Yang Chen immediately said, "Then, when you get home, let Mom and Wang Ma know I'm leaving for Yan Capital right away."

"Now?" Lin Ruoxi asked.

Yang Chen nodded, "There's nothing else to prepare. The sooner, the better."

The ideal method, of course, would be to use spatial tearing after unlocking and shattering the space to reach Yan Capital. Yang Chen had such means, but they were too shocking and unnecessary for the urgency at hand.

Yang Chen was curious about the methods used by Ling Xuzi and Yan Sanniang, two experts who had surpassed the Great Perfection of Innate. While he wasn't sure if he had reached their level, Yang Chen felt that their means of travel weren't overly profound, he just hadn't grasped the technique yet.

Fortunately, the toxin was designed to weaken Tang Wan rather than kill her immediately, indicating that she wouldn't be in immediate danger.

Yang Chen opted for the fastest available flight to Yan Capital, skipping the farewells to save time. Although there were unresolved matters in Zhonghai concerning Mo Qianni, Yang Chen decided to deal with Ma Guifang after saving Tang Wan.

Before boarding, Yang Chen called Cai Yan, waking her from her sleep. She was annoyed but shocked to hear he was suddenly going to Yan Capital. Being mature, Cai Yan didn't ask many questions and agreed to meet in Yan Capital in a few days.

Yang Chen then sent messages to An Xin, Liu Mingyu, Rose, and other women, explaining his departure. The most crucial message was to Mo Qianni, asking her to stay calm and promising to handle their issues upon his return.

Unexpectedly, Liu Mingyu called back, "Honey, my dad just returned to Yan Capital. If you need someone to meet you, I can arrange for him to help."

Knowing Liu Qingshan was displeased with him, Yang Chen declined, "It's okay. Your dad wouldn't be happy to see me. I have my own plans, so don't worry."

"Okay," Liu Mingyu sounded disappointed but understood Yang Chen's reluctance to mend ties with Liu Qingshan.

Soon, it was time for Yang Chen to board. He chose a business class seat to ensure a good rest, unconcerned about the expense. Settling into the leather seat, Yang Chen smiled as a man and woman quietly took seats next to him.

They were Tianlong and Ye Zi.

"I knew you two would follow me to Yan Capital. Remember to arrange good accommodations and a comfortable car for me, preferably a spacious business vehicle," Yang Chen instructed with a grin.

Tianlong and Ye Zi exchanged wry smiles, resigned to acting as Yang Chen's caretakers. As long as Yang Chen was under their watch, they had to comply with his "simple" requests. "Actually, after reporting to headquarters, the general ordered us to accompany you, so rest assured, we'll take good care of you," Tianlong replied, trying to salvage some dignity.

Yang Chen ignored him and leaned back, closing his eyes for a nap, leaving Tianlong speechless.

Fifteen minutes later, the early morning flight took off on schedule, the plane ascending into the clouds.