Chapter 6718
He was already crippled
Liu Jianming followed Xiao Chen cautiously for over an hour, walking with trepidation, his eyes fixed on Xiao Chen's back, afraid of losing him if he didn't keep an eye on him.
He was filled with anxiety, wondering if Xiao Chen would give him this opportunity.
And now, he had finally heard those words! Xiao Chen was willing to give him a chance, which meant he still had hope of surviving!
Like someone who has been lost in the darkness for a long time, suddenly seeing a faint glimmer of light ahead, that is the hope of life!
"Thank you, Mr. Xiao! You are my savior! From now on, if you ever need me, Liu Jianming will go through fire and water for you!"
Liu Jianming's voice was full of gratitude, trembling with excitement, each word sounding like it came from the deepest part of his heart.
These were his heartfelt words, because his life was indeed given to him by Xiao Chen.
His health had been deteriorating, and he had sought medical help everywhere without success. It was Xiao Chen who came to his aid and gave him hope for life.
As long as Xiao Chen is willing, he can continue to live and continue to enjoy the beauty of this world.
Xiao Chen ignored Liu Jianming, his expression calm, as if everything that had just happened was just a trivial matter.
He walked straight to the car, reached out and opened the door with a graceful and efficient movement, then got into the car.
Soon, the car emitted a low rumble and slowly drove out of the underground parking garage of the War God Pavilion.
The taillights flickered a few times in the dimly lit garage before disappearing into the traffic, leaving only a blurry shadow.
Liu Jianming was left standing there, his eyes vacant and complex, as if he was still immersed in the excitement of just now.
He quietly raised his hand and wiped away the tears of excitement from the corner of his eyes; those tears contained so much emotion.
He stared in the direction the car had gone, remaining motionless for a long time, secretly vowing to seize this opportunity to repay Xiao Chen for saving his life.
In the ancient city, there is a tranquil place that is like a paradise.
Qujiang Riverside.
The river flows gently, its surface shimmering and sparkling with golden light under the sun.
Along both banks of the river, weeping willows sway gently in the wind, like graceful young women dancing.
In the middle of the riverbank, a magnificent mansion stands tall, its high walls, vermilion gate, and two imposing bronze lions on the gate all demonstrating the mansion's nobility and extraordinary status.
The mansion is backed by Qujiang Mountain, a famous scenic spot in the ancient city. The mountain range is undulating, with peaks and ridges, lush trees, and swirling clouds and mist, resembling a beautiful ink painting.
Its unique geographical location makes it the best place in the entire ancient city in terms of feng shui, as if nature specially chose this treasure land for this mansion.
This mansion is the residence of the Chen family, one of the top families in the ancient city.
The Chen family has a long history; their ancestor was an incredibly brave general during the Tang Dynasty.
Back then, the battlefield was filled with smoke and the shouts of battle were deafening.
The enemy troops surged in like a tidal wave, but the Chen family ancestor, alone and like an angry lion, charged into the enemy camp.
He wielded his spear with great force, and wherever it went, enemy soldiers fell to the ground.
Amidst a vast army, he moved as if he were in an empty field, taking the enemy's head and then managing to retreat unscathed.
After this battle, the Chen family's reputation spread far and wide, reaching its peak.
Although the Chen family gradually declined with the passage of time and the changing dynasties, its position in the ancient city remained stable, like a towering tree, deeply rooted and unshakable. At this moment, the sunlight gently spilled into the Chen family's courtyard, draping every corner in a golden veil.
In the courtyard, colorful flowers bloom in profusion, some as red as fire, some as pink as the sunset, and some as white as snow. A gentle breeze carries their intoxicating fragrance.
A beautiful young woman is holding a watering can and slowly strolling among the flowers, carefully watering the plants.
She wore an off-the-shoulder tight-fitting tank top, the delicate fabric clinging tightly to her skin, making her fair and rosy complexion appear even more delicate and alluring, shimmering with a captivating glow in the sunlight.
The halter top cleverly outlined her stunning figure, her slender waist so delicate it seemed it could be broken with the slightest touch, while her full breasts perfectly accentuated her femininity and sexiness, creating a perfect curve that could only be described as a devilish figure.
She paired it with white casual pants, the straight creases extending down her slender legs, making her look even taller and more graceful, like a fairy who stepped out of a painting.
The white casual shoes she wore were simple yet stylish, adding to her elegant demeanor.
She is Chen Ziyan, the daughter of the Chen family.
As Chen Ziyan focused on watering the flowers, her eyes gradually became unfocused, her thoughts drifting into the distance as she fell into deep thought.
A trace of worry flashed in her beautiful eyes, a worry that, like a light mist, shrouded her heart.
Ever since Xiao Chen, the former God of War of the Dragon Kingdom, was destroyed by collusion between internal and external forces, she has been plagued by nightmares.
Every night, when she closes her eyes, the image of that blood-soaked man appears in her dreams.
The man's figure appeared and disappeared in the darkness, blood gushing from his wounds, staining his clothes and the surrounding ground red.
Although she couldn't see the man's face clearly, she was absolutely certain that the man was Xiao Chen.
She was once attracted by Xiao Chen's bravery and domineering presence, and pursued him with great joy.
She thought that with her beauty and family background, Xiao Chen would definitely fall at her feet.
However, reality dealt her a heavy blow; Xiao Chen had no romantic feelings for her and decisively rejected her.
Driven by intense pride, she harbored resentment out of love and publicly humiliated Xiao Chen with sharp and sarcastic words, leaving him humiliated.
At that moment, she felt a sense of relief, as if she had finally vented her anger.
Looking back now, she feels a faint sense of regret.
She didn't understand why she was so impulsive back then, why she used such an extreme method to hurt someone who had once moved her heart.
She sighed softly, put down the kettle in her hand, and the kettle fell to the ground with a "thud," breaking the tranquility of the courtyard.
She muttered to herself, "Why do I keep thinking about this person? He's just a useless guy. Even if he's lucky enough to be alive, with his cultivation level already low enough to be crippled, he'd probably be living on the streets by now, a complete waste."
Even so, a hint of loneliness and worry flashed in her eyes.
Just then, a series of hurried footsteps came from the path in the courtyard. Wang Sha ran all the way, her forehead covered with fine beads of sweat, her cheeks flushed from running, and she came over panting.
She spotted Chen Ziyan's familiar figure from afar, her eyes instantly lighting up as she quickened her pace and rushed towards Chen Ziyan. (End of Chapter)