Chapter 6780
Even More Mysterious, Even More Incomprehensible
Their eyes were alert, like those of falcons, scanning their surroundings and not missing a single movement.
Even a tiny insect flying by will attract their attention.
In a corner not far away, the man in black leaned against the wall, looking relaxed.
He was slowly and deliberately wiping his long sword, his movements elegant and composed, as if he were polishing a precious work of art.
The cold light reflected from the blade gleamed in the darkness, like a chilling gaze, making Yun Yuyan shiver involuntarily.
Her body trembled slightly, a mixture of relief and fear in her heart.
Fortunately, the danger has temporarily passed, but what is frightening is that these mysterious men in black are neither friend nor foe.
The man in black seemed to have an extraordinary sensitivity. Just as Yun Yuyan was cautiously peeking at him through the peephole, he seemed to have a telepathic connection with her, slowly raising his head and precisely focusing his gaze on the peephole.
His gaze was deep and calm, as if it could penetrate those small cat eyes and see directly into Yun Yuyan's panicked yet inquisitive heart.
Immediately afterwards, the corners of his mouth turned up slightly, forming a faint smile that was both gentle and resolute. He said softly, "Miss Yun, Mr. Xiao has instructed that he will definitely protect you."
His voice was deep and steady, like a shooting star streaking across the night sky. Though not loud, it was clear enough for Yun Yuyan to hear clearly.
Upon hearing this, Yun Yuyan's tense body instantly relaxed a bit. She let out a long breath, as if exhaling all the fear and tension that had been building up in her heart.
However, after she exhaled, even more doubts welled up in her heart, like waves, one after another.
Looking back on everything that had happened during this time, Xiao Chen's image became increasingly mysterious and unpredictable in her mind, like a mysterious book that could never be fully read, with each page hiding amazing secrets.
This man, whom she once considered Jiang Meng's kept man, seemed ordinary and unremarkable, but possessed astonishing abilities unknown to others.
His prescriptions, written casually, were like a magic key, attracting the attention of powerful figures in the pharmaceutical industry. They were willing to humble themselves and beg him for the prescriptions.
In the ancient city, those prominent and high-ranking figures were all extremely respectful in his presence, as if they were subjects facing a king.
Now, he can command such a powerful and mysterious organization as the War God Alliance, making those ruthless members of the War God Alliance obey his every word.
Liu Jianming of Jianming Group, a ruthless and cunning figure in the business world, had to restrain his sharp edge and deal with Xiao Chen with caution.
The members of the Ma family, a powerful clan in the ancient city, usually acted arrogantly and domineeringly, relying on their family's influence. No one dared to provoke them. However, when facing Xiao Chen, they all fell silent and dared not utter a sound.
There was even the Yang family, which had been wiped out. It was said that the Yang family was once a powerful and influential family in the ancient city, but for some reason they offended Xiao Chen. Overnight, the Yang family was reduced to ashes, leaving only ruins that told the story of their past glory and present desolation.
She vividly recalled the first time she met Xiao Chen.
He was wearing a faded cloth shirt, the fabric of which looked rough and cheap, as if it had been washed and worn countless times.
He carried a tattered medicine bag on his back, the threads of which were already torn, revealing some simple herbs and tools inside.
His face was full of a kind smile, a smile as warm and sincere as the spring sunshine, making people feel an irresistible goodwill towards him.
Back then, she could never have imagined that this seemingly ordinary man harbored such immense power and secrets. Now, the man seems shrouded in mystery, and no matter how hard she tries, she cannot see the truth behind it, making him utterly unfathomable.
As night deepened, the wind howled outside the window, its sound like the wailing of ghosts and wolves, as if telling the city's untold secrets.
Those secrets are like ghosts lurking in the darkness, occasionally popping up and sending chills down your spine.
Yun Yuyan sat on the bed, curled up in a ball, her hands tightly hugging her knees, as if this could bring her a sense of security.
She gazed out the window at the pitch-black sky, which seemed like a giant black hole, swallowing all light and hope.
Her thoughts were a jumbled mess, like a tangled tangle of threads, impossible to unravel.
She subconsciously reached for her phone, her finger hovering over Xiao Chen's number for a long time.
That number was like a mysterious symbol, connecting her to that mysterious man.
She hesitated for a long time, with two voices arguing incessantly in her mind.
A voice said, "Call him; maybe he can give you some comfort and make you less afraid."
Another voice said, "Don't call him. He must be very busy right now, facing unknown dangers alone to protect you. Don't disturb him."
In the end, she didn't make the call.
She knew that in this turbulent world, Xiao Chen was like a solid fortress, shielding her from the storms of the outside world all by himself.
He is facing unknown dangers and challenges alone to protect her, and all she can do is wait quietly for the man who always has a mischievous smile but makes her feel incredibly safe to return.
Moonlight streamed through the window and fell on her face, the moonlight like a silver veil gently covering her skin.
However, the gentle moonlight illuminated the tear tracks on her face, which resembled two winding streams that flowed slowly down her cheeks.
Those were tears of fear and worry; she was afraid that Xiao Chen would be in danger and worried that she would be in dire straits again.
These were also tears of uncertainty about the future. She didn't know where her future with Xiao Chen would lead, or what kind of life this mysterious man would ultimately bring her.
As for those guys who broke in like wolves the night before, they vanished without a trace after that night, like dewdrops dissipating in the morning mist or evaporating from the face of the earth.
Yun Yuyan was always filled with an indescribable unease and doubt. She had a feeling that the disappearance of those people was not accidental, but rather the work of the mysterious person who quietly appeared outside the door that night. It was that invisible hand that quietly wiped away all the threats.
This feeling was like a pebble thrown into her peaceful life, creating ripples that made her involuntarily begin to doubt.
Is she gradually uncovering a world she has never touched or imagined through Xiao Chen, a seemingly ordinary man who seems to harbor countless secrets?
That world, filled with the unknown and danger, both terrified her and inexplicably drew her in, making her want to explore it. (End of Chapter)