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Due to the explosion that occurred earlier, the reporters shooting from across the building of Xu Feng still left their equipment in place.
Although the angle was not as professional as before, with a little more attention, they could still see clearly.
Now, when they took out their phones again, it had only been five minutes since the last time.
Yes, Wei Yuan had used quite a few techniques while dealing with the dozen or so thugs wielding machetes, but overall, his movements were as smooth as flowing water, so the time taken was merely four or five minutes.
However, in such a short span of time, a person appeared in Xu Feng's room, and not through the front door.
There were at least a hundred people from Purple Robe Pavilion and Flying Eagle scattered around, yet this person managed to sneak in silently, proving that he was definitely not an ordinary individual.
Moreover, Wei Yuan was very familiar with this person because he had heard this name countless times from Yang Ying and Yuan Ziyi.
Coupled with the photo that Yuan Ziyi had given him earlier, Wei Yuan recognized him at first glance; this was Xu Feng's father-in-law. During the chaos back then, as an elder, he not only failed to help quell the internal strife of the sect but also took his trusted subordinates to temporarily leave Purple Robe Pavilion and watch the tigers fight from a distance.
What he did not expect was that during the struggles between two generations of Purple Robe Marquis, Yang Ying's master died, and Yuan Ziyi's father successfully became the new Purple Robe Marquis.
However, for some reason, Wei Yuan still had not had the chance to meet him. He only knew that at that time he had boldly trusted his daughter and allowed Yuan Ziyi to take the remaining disciples out of Purple Robe Pavilion and modernize this centuries-old sect. Ultimately, within less than ten years, it developed into a moderately sized pharmaceutical group.
Originally planning to watch from the sidelines and reap the benefits of others' conflicts, he was now dumbfounded. The father-daughter duo of Yuan Ziyi had successfully secured a position as Purple Robe Marquis but chose to abandon Purple Robe Pavilion's mountain gate and return to the mundane world.
Gradually, Yuan Ziyi and others began establishing their own foundation in the secular world. This made Shen Qingyi realize that the medical skills and pharmaceutical formulas of Purple Robe Pavilion could also be so valuable.
Thus, he slowly walked out of the mountain gate with his disciples, wanting to start developing. The two began engaging in adding Powdered Cherry Blossom to their medicines since this was indeed the quickest way to make money.
Otherwise, if those disciples of Purple Robe Pavilion faced this flashy world and still expected to be satisfied with simple meals like before, it would not be so easy anymore.
In the secular world, people often lose themselves because in such a bizarre world, one gradually understands that only by having enough money can one possess all beautiful things.
Materialism has not come to dominate overnight, and when a world is in such a state, even a blank sheet of paper is destined to be tainted.
Seeing those who were brought out by Yuan Ziyi, enjoying fine food and drink, dressed in sharp suits, looking like successful individuals, it would be false to say that people do not feel envy and resentment.
As a result, people's hearts scattered, making it difficult to lead the group. Most of the quick ways to make money are hard to be completely legal, so he was forced to engage in the business of creating this new type of problematic drug that exploits addiction.
Indeed, this person is Shen Qingyi. At this moment, he surprisingly infiltrated the building in less than five minutes and arrived at Xu Feng's room on the fourth floor. Wei Yuan could only think of one possibility regarding his actions: murder to silence.
At this time, Wei Yuan couldn't help but feel somewhat amused.
"I didn't expect Shen Qingyi to take matters into his own hands. It seems like the mantis stalks the cicada while the oriole waits behind. If you let this grandson escape this time, won't you die even faster?"
Yes, after all, this matter was something they had partnered together on. However, in Wei Yuan's report to the television station, only Xu Feng's name was mentioned, allowing Shen Qingyi to temporarily stay out of trouble and escape.
But Wei Yuan's plan was to use legitimate means to have Xu Feng implicated in court. This way, Xu Feng would likely confess on the stand, so he had to eliminate him before that happened.
However, while he thought this way, how could Wei Yuan possibly let him have his way?
Now Wei Yuan had tied the hope for Phoenix Pharmaceuticals' rise to Xu Feng's life and death. Xu Feng had already taken on the issue of profiting from Powdered Cherry Blossom drugs alone under Wei Yuan's arrangement. As the whistleblower and victim, public attention on Phoenix Pharmaceuticals continued because of this incident...
Therefore, if Xu Feng were to die recklessly at this moment, it would likely lead to the matter being buried without resolution. In that case, Wei Yuan's plan could not proceed, which was certainly not a situation he wanted to see...
A true gentleman does not lack poison; a man without poison is no man at all.
Shen Qingyi understood that now was the time to kill and silence. How could Wei Yuan possibly fulfill his wishes?
Comparing the two, Wei Yuan's methods toward Xu Feng were actually more ruthless than Shen Qingyi's. At this point, Xu Feng was already doomed.
Shen Qingyi wanted to kill to silence him, but it was merely to cover up his own crimes. However, compared to the unjust death of his daughter, Wei Yuan's father was at least directly harmed by Xu Feng, and he also bore a huge debt and a lifetime of infamy.
From this, it is clear who harbored deeper hatred for Xu Feng. Therefore, Wei Yuan showed no mercy towards him. The cruelest method was not to kill him outright but to make him useful one last time before he died, ultimately leaving him with an unclear demise. In this way, Wei Yuan could truly avenge his father.
Wei Yuan leaped up the four flights of stairs with incredible speed, yet his footsteps were completely silent. Even when he reached the door of Xu Feng's room on the fourth floor, the two people inside remained unaware.
It seems that after the cleansing of Spiritual Energy, not only had his physical attributes surged, but his control over his body had also improved. He could possess ghost-like speed while maintaining a presence as light as an actor gliding across a stage.
Leaning against the wall beside the door, Wei Yuan's hearing was noticeably sharper than that of an ordinary person. Despite being some distance away from them, he could still clearly hear their conversation.
The pair of father-in-law and son-in-law exchanged glances. Shen Qingyi had been in his room for over a minute now. For a normal assassin, this amount of time would be enough to kill someone ten times over. Yet now, Shen Qingyi seemed somewhat reluctant.
After all, this man was his son-in-law. Although he still did not know whether his daughter's death was related to Xu Feng, at this moment, he had to force himself to be ruthless because if Xu Feng did not die, it might very well be him who would end up dead.
Despite being in collusion with each other as father-in-law and son-in-law, they secretly loathed one another. They both wished for each other's demise.
Thus, if things were allowed to continue normally and Wei Yuan let the situation unfold, how could Xu Feng possibly bear all the blame alone when it came down to the final moment?
Bearing all the blame while watching Shen Qingyi leave with ill-gotten gains and a group of henchmen unharmed was something Wei Yuan believed he could not do. He was more malicious than anyone; if he couldn't survive, it was inevitable that he would take a few down with him.
"Aren't you here to kill me?"
At this moment, the dialogue in the room had reached its midpoint. Xu Feng, for some reason, seemed to feel that escape was impossible. His tone towards Shen Qingyi carried a sense of resignation: "Aren't you going to make your move?"
His question caught Shen Qingyi off guard. Originally intending to kill him and silence him, he should have been panicking and sorrowful as he faced Shen Qingyi: "I won't let you go even as a ghost."
This was how things were supposed to unfold; isn't that how it's portrayed on television?
However, Xu Feng's inexplicable calmness made Shen Qingyi feel a bit doubtful. Could it be that this grandson had secretly laid a trap?
"You can't blame me for this; it's Lao Wei's son's fault. This disaster is of your own making; you deserve it," Shen Qingyi found a reason, trying to convince herself that she was justified in her actions.
"Yes, I never expected to be outsmarted by such a young fool after being clever all my life."
Xu Feng's words carried a hint of loneliness, as if he truly felt some resentment about being forced to his demise by Wei Yuan.
He then added, "But I won't let this kid's schemes go as he wishes."
Wei Yuan found this statement somewhat strange. You're about to die; what else can you do to me?
So Xu Feng explained to himself, "I've seen through it long ago. That so-called Phoenix Pharmaceuticals was concocted by him and Xie Ge, trying to use my life to help them gain fame through online hype. They thought it through quite well."
Wei Yuan was not surprised by Xu Feng's insight. In his impression, although Wei Yuan was cunning, selfish, and malicious, he had to admit one reality: Xu Feng was indeed very smart.
If his mind weren't sharp, how could he have devised so many schemes to harm others and committed so many despicable acts?
However, the reason he fell so quickly was mainly due to overconfidence; he underestimated Wei Yuan's father, thinking him foolish and easily manipulated. Therefore, he assumed that his son must also lack ability...
Moreover, Wei Yuan frequently employed unexpected tactics and caught him off guard, leading to a series of circumstances where he was completely led by the nose by Wei Yuan, ultimately leaving him without any power to counterattack...
Now the only bargaining chip Xu Feng had left for revenge against Wei Yuan was likely his own life...
Xu Feng surprisingly expressed a sense of martyrdom: "What's wrong? Didn't you want to kill me? As long as I'm dead, this matter will become a cold case. The focus will shift to how I died. As for the reputation of Phoenix Pharmaceuticals tied to me, it will probably be ruined too."
"Hahaha..."
When Wei Yuan arrived at this point, he found it strange that Xu Feng could still laugh. In Wei Yuan's mind, people like Xu Feng should be very afraid of death.
But when truly faced with death, he could remain so calm. There was clearly something amiss.
"Do you really think I wouldn't kill you?"
Shen Qingyi's tone was somewhat cold, and it was obvious that he held Xu Feng's life in his hands at this moment. Xu Feng should have been the one begging him, yet Shen Qingyi felt as if he was being led by Xu Feng, which made him feel both humiliated and angry.
"Then go ahead and make your move."
Xu Feng's tone was calm yet laced with provocation, making Wei Yuan feel that he wasn't truly afraid of death; rather, he genuinely believed that Shen Qingyi wouldn't kill him.
Why was that?
Wei Yuan couldn't understand. Could it be that this pair of father-in-law and son-in-law were actually long-time lovers?
However, this wicked thought was soon shattered when Wei Yuan saw that although Shen Qingyi hesitated to kill him, his methods were not merciful. He threw a punch at Xu Feng's face, causing blood to gush from his nose...
Yet even so, Xu Feng still wore that reckless smile: "Haha... What's wrong? You can't bear to kill me? Shen Qingyi is destined to be inferior to Old Man Yuan's daughter—greedy and unable to distinguish between light and heavy matters."
Old Man Yuan's daughter?
That must refer to Yuan Ziyi. Indeed, considering the current situation, both had taken away some disciples and resources from the Purple Robe Pavilion, but clearly, Yuan Ziyi's achievements were much higher than Shen Qingyi's. So it was a fact that he was not as good as Yuan Ziyi.
"Once again, do you really want to die?"
Greedy and unable to distinguish between light and heavy matters?
Wei Yuan seemed to have caught a crucial hint in the conversation between the two. It appeared that after they partnered to produce those problematic drugs using Powdered Cherry Blossom, a portion of the money they earned was still in Xu Feng's hands...
No wonder he was so fearless; he must have already seen through Shen Qingyi's character. Was this person really as greedy and reckless as he was?
Wei Yuan could only find answers in Shen Qingyi's subsequent responses, but initially, it seemed that Yuan Ziyi had indeed overestimated this opponent. Shen Qingyi might have considerable power at his disposal, but he also seemed to possess significant weaknesses...
One could imagine that at this moment, his life was already tied to Xu Feng's. No matter what, he would surely kill Xu Feng.
Of course, he could take this opportunity to flee with Xu Feng, but Xu Feng was not a woman, and Shen Qingyi was not a member of the "Carry the Mountain" group. If he took Xu Feng with him now, Xu Feng would easily become a wanted criminal, a ticking time bomb at any moment.
On the other hand, if he killed Xu Feng, then the dirty money they had earned together would not need to be shared with Xu Feng. Not only would he swallow Xu Feng's share, but he would also eliminate future troubles. As a pair who secretly wished for each other's demise, Shen Qingyi would definitely do this...
However, it seemed that Xu Feng was no fool either; he had long recognized his situation. Perhaps he had already managed to pocket some money through various means, and judging by Shen Qingyi's demeanor, the amount was certainly not small.
This was why he hesitated to kill Xu Feng for the time being. Yet on this point, Wei Yuan couldn't help but look down on Shen Qingyi; how could he not understand how to make choices when the fire was burning at his rear?
Xu Feng could not be left alive; if Xu Feng did not die, he would surely expose him. Given Wei Yuan's character, he would rather abandon everything than let Xu Feng live.
But on this point, Shen Qingyi appeared so indecisive that Wei Yuan felt Yuan Ziyi had overestimated this opponent.
"If you hand over that money, I will spare your life. You can escape on your own; let fate decide your life or death."
Looking at Xu Feng laughing so recklessly, Shen Qingyi felt angered but also realized that since Xu Feng dared to adopt such an attitude at this moment, he must have been prepared for anything.
However, he also understood Xu Feng's nature well enough to know that this person was actually someone who feared death and valued life. That was why he extended such an olive branch.
Yet Xu Feng did not accept his "kindness." Instead, he stopped smiling and looked at Shen Qingyi with a gaze filled with pity as if regarding a fool.
"Old Father, have you lost your mind? Do you think I would believe your nonsense at this time? If you choose not to kill me, then you must be even more foolish than I imagined."
Even Wei Yuan couldn't figure out why Xu Feng was so eager to seek death, but judging from his methods against Shen Qingyi, Wei Yuan felt that he had underestimated this person.
Just as he and Shen Qingyi thought, Xu Feng was indeed a cowardly and self-serving individual. Generally speaking, someone like him, who is devoid of emotions and only knows profit, loves only himself, and naturally fears death.
However, he understood very well that at this moment, his only bargaining chip was the money he held and his own life.
At this time, Shen Qingyi surprisingly still dared not take action, making Wei Yuan feel as if Xu Feng had truly seen through him. He knew that as long as the money was not in hand, this person would never give up easily.
With a kick aimed at Xu Feng's chest, Shen Qingyi had also grown up practicing the Kung Fu of the Purple Robe Pavilion. The force and skill behind that kick were certainly not something an ordinary person could withstand.
With that kick, Xu Feng immediately fell onto the bed, completely out of breath and unable to move at all, gasping for air.
Then Shen Qingyi didn't even look at him; he just kept searching the room, seemingly trying to find the money.
Although Xu Feng was in great pain, his eyes still held a hint of disdain, as if he believed Shen Qingyi would never find it.
"Hurry up! Where did you hide that money?"
Shen Qingyi's emotions appeared particularly agitated, as if he were on the brink of collapse. In his frantic search, he uncontrollably threw some obstacles out of the window.
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