Mainland Martial Arts

Chapter 348 The Four Safe and Sound People

Chen Shanchang and Chen Hongtao discussed for a long time in the hall and decided to send out the family's experts to gather information. They knew that in this situation, they could not just sit there and wait for death.

"Dad, I'll take a few people to check out the situation. Maybe we can find some clues." Chen Hongtao said.

Chen Shanchang nodded and said, "Be careful and don't expose yourself. We don't know the opponent's strength yet."

Chen Hongtao and several family masters quietly left the Chen family through the back door. They carefully shuttled through the streets, avoiding the sight of others, and walked towards the direction where there might be clues.

In another corner, two mysterious people were talking in low voices.

"Brother, do we really have to follow their plan? Wouldn't that be too dangerous?" asked a younger mysterious man.

"Hmph, we have no choice. This matter involves too many interests. We just need to do as we are told, and maybe we can get some benefits." The older mysterious man's eyes revealed a hint of helplessness, but more of greed.

The turmoil in the martial arts world intensifies in Jinyan City. The power struggles of various factions, the concerns of the Chen family, and the unknown actions of Lin Feng and others make the storm even more complicated and dangerous. Behind all this, the secret of the Star Blade is like a huge vortex, sucking everyone in, waiting for the judgment of fate.

In a remote inn in Jinyan City, a few gangsters were drinking and chatting.

"Do you know? A lot of strange people have come to the city recently. They all look hurried, and it feels like something big is going to happen." said a gangster with pockmarks on his face.

"Never mind him. As small guys like us, we just need to not provoke them. Come on, let's drink!" another gangster said indifferently, then raised his glass and drank it all.

But in this seemingly relaxed atmosphere, in a corner of the inn, an old man sat quietly, his eyes deep, as if he saw through everything. He looked at these hooligans, his mouth corners slightly raised, revealing a mysterious smile, and then lowered his head, lost in thought.

At this time, on the other side of Jinyan City, a mysterious organization was holding a secret meeting.

"My lord, all forces have gathered in Jinyan City. Can we start our plan now?" A man in black knelt on one knee and reported to a person sitting in the shadows.

"No rush, let them fight it out first. We'll just sit back and reap the benefits." The man in the shadows had a low and hoarse voice, revealing a chilling aura.

The entire Golden Flame City is like a giant chessboard, with all factions acting as pawns, and the secret of the Star Blade is the crucial factor that determines victory or defeat. In this ever-changing world, everyone fights for their own interests, unaware that fate has already secretly arranged everything.

The Chen family's experts searched the city but found nothing. They didn't dare to make a big fuss and could only quietly ask some street vendors and passersby.

"Have you ever seen a young girl being taken away?" Chen Hongtao asked a fruit vendor.

The vendor shook his head. "No, sir. Although there are many people in the city recently, I haven't noticed anything like this."

Chen Hongtao frowned, feeling even more anxious. He knew that the longer it took, the more dangerous Xin'er would be.

In the City Lord's Mansion, the discussion continued.

Zhuang Junhao stood up and said sternly, "We can't wait any longer. I suggest we send someone to contact the Chen family first, explain our intentions, and see if we can get their cooperation."

Everyone nodded after hearing this. Zhuang Junhao then sent an envoy to the Chen family.

The messenger came to the Chen family and conveyed the intentions of everyone in the City Lord's Mansion to Chen Shanchang.

After hearing this, Chen Shanchang's face changed and he said angrily: "You put Xin'er in danger, and now you want us to cooperate with you? This is absolutely impossible!" His eyes were full of anger and determination. He would never allow these people to take advantage of his granddaughter.

The messenger hurriedly explained, "Master Chen, we are also doing this for the peace of the martial arts world. If the secret of the Star Blade were to be obtained by the Demon Cult, the consequences would be disastrous. We simply hope to find clues from Chen Xiner and Lin Feng. Saving Chen Xiner is also one of our goals."

Chen Shanchang sneered, "Humph, you guys talk nicely. How do I know if you will hurt Xin'er? Go away, I won't agree to it."

The messenger had no choice but to return to the City Lord's Mansion to report to Zhuang Junhao and others.

Zhuang Junhao frowned after hearing the messenger's report. "It seems the Chen family won't cooperate easily. We have to find another way."

Chang Jihou stood up and said, "Then let's search the Chen family by force! I don't believe we can't find any clues."

Jiang Cheng quickly stopped him, "No. This will cause civil unrest in Jinyan City, and we can't be sure when Chen Xiner will be sent to the Chen family."

The forces of all parties were at a stalemate, and the situation in Jinyan City became more tense.

In the shadows of Jinyan City, some mysterious forces are observing all this, waiting for the right moment to seize their own interests in this chaos.

A mysterious man in a black cloak stood on the roof, looking in the direction of the City Lord's Mansion and the Chen family, muttering to himself: "This scene is getting more and more interesting. Who will get the secret of the Star Sword?" His eyes were full of excitement, as if he was looking forward to a wonderful performance.

The morning sun streamed in through the cracks in the cave, like golden threads, gently falling on Lin Feng, Chen Xiner, and Xu Tian. As they gradually woke from their sleep, a quiet yet slightly tense atmosphere filled the cave.

Lin Feng opened his eyes first. He blinked his sleepy eyes, and his gaze instantly became clear and sharp. He sat up, stretched, loosened his stiff body, and walked towards the cave entrance. "Brother Chen, it's time to get up. We need to get ready to leave." His voice echoed in the cave with an unquestionable firmness.

Chen Yu heard Lin Feng's cry and walked back from his guard position near the cave entrance. He dusted himself off, a hint of caution in his eyes. "Last night was relatively peaceful, nothing unusual happened."

Chen Xiner slowly woke up. She sat up sleepily and rubbed her eyes. Her soft hair fell a little messily on her shoulders. She looked at the familiar surroundings, and the current serious situation suddenly emerged in her mind. A trace of worry flashed in her eyes.

Xu Tian yawned carelessly, "I slept well, but I'm a little hungry." As he spoke, he looked for dry food in the cave.