Chapter 390: The Lin Family's Moves

The next morning, sunlight filtered through the sparse clouds, dappling the main courtyard of the Cheng Mansion.

Cheng Feng maintained his usual calm on the surface, as if everything were normal.

The young and old in the household performed their respective duties, and the rhythm of life remained entirely undisturbed.

The injured Lin Xiong also received another round of treatment at Cheng Feng's invitation to consolidate his recovery.

Yet Lin Wan'er felt that beneath this calm, unknown undercurrents were hidden.

Senior Martial Sister Zhao Wei was dressed in light, practical attire, looking heroic and spirited.

Xu Miao was in plain clothes, her expression indifferent.

And Cai'er, dressed in novel and beautiful clothes, felt somewhat uneasy.

After all, her current cultivation is only at the Skin Refining Realm.

Cheng Feng had entrusted the management of affairs in Heimu Prefecture entirely to Cai'er.

This left Cai'er, a concubine who was already a mother, feeling somewhat at a loss.

Zhao Wei and Xu Miao were capable in martial arts but not in administrative matters.

If they were to arrange the household chores,

it was feared they would be in a flurry of confusion.

They could only hold down the rear and ensure Cai'er's safety.

As Martial Artists at the Bone Refining Stage, the two women's combat experience was naturally incomparable to the other women.

But when it came to arranging the household's financial and miscellaneous affairs, the meticulous Cai'er was the most capable.

Cheng Feng comforted Cai'er: "It's fine. I have already told you the general situation; you can just go ahead and do it when the time comes."

"Buy two residences, hire a few maidservants, and arrange for the cleaning."

"One day is enough."

"Tomorrow, we will all be gathered."

The wives and concubines nearby also offered their comfort one after another.

Zhao Wei: "Don't worry, Sister Cai'er. With me here, I guarantee you will be safe."

"Exactly, with me and Sister Wei here, we will ensure your safety. Sister Cai'er, you can arrange things with peace of mind."

The other sisters naturally teased, "Sister Cai'er, remember to arrange a nice courtyard for me!"

"That's right, that's right, and one with a bigger bed."

"Hahaha, you little minx, what do you need a big bed for?"

"None of your business, don't you want one?"

Watching them bicker and play, Cai'er felt a bit more at ease.

From childhood until now, she had never even left Qingxi County!

Cai'er was about to say something more, but Cheng Feng waved his hand and said: "It's getting late, let's go. Cai'er, I believe in you."

Seeing that her master trusted her so much, Cai'er said no more.

She gave a slight curtsy and turned to walk toward the carriage.

Several maidservants at the Skin Refining Realm followed closely behind.

They were about to quietly leave the Cheng Mansion under the guise of an excursion.

Outside the city, Cheng Yi was dressed in practical attire, standing before the Sun-class vessel, his gaze like a torch, waiting for the group's arrival.

As the party converged, the Sun-class vessel slowly ascended and headed straight for Heimu Prefecture.

Silver and supplies had long been prepared, and the Hong Sect's hidden forces were quietly mobilized.

Everything was proceeding in an orderly fashion under Cheng Feng's meticulous planning.

Meanwhile, inside the Lin Family Mansion, Lin Bai, the Elder in charge of the Lin Family's business,

was sitting in his study, his fingers tapping lightly on the desk, his eyes flashing with sharp light.

Having not slept all night, he was still full of energy.

The Lin Family was currently at the center of a storm, and every step required caution.

However, for the sake of the Lin Family's future, he had to burn the midnight oil to devise the best plan of action.

"Someone come here! Spread the word that the Lin Family has found a new way to make a fortune and urgently needs to recover capital, so we are willing to trade a portion of the Lin Family's fixed assets."

Lin Bai's voice was old yet powerful, as if every word contained an irresistible force.

His subordinates heard this and immediately took the order and left.

Not long after, this news spread like wildfire among the various small and medium-sized forces.

For a time, all parties moved at the news, scrambling to inquire about the Lin Family's specific intentions.

Some speculated that the Lin Family had encountered some unsolvable trouble and urgently needed funds to resolve it;

others believed that the Lin Family was secretly laying out a plan for a major transaction.

Regardless of the speculation, it was enough to make people take a keen interest in the Lin Family's movements.

Yet behind all this, Cheng Feng and Lin Xiong only wanted to protect themselves.

When the nest is overturned, are there any intact eggs left?

Running was the only way out.

Just as the small and medium-sized forces below were discussing and speculating about the Lin Family's news,

inside Cheng Feng's mansion, Cheng Feng and Lin Xiong were sitting opposite each other in a secret room.

Lin Xiong's upper body was covered in silver needles, his face pale but his eyes resolute.

Cheng Feng, at his side, was carefully adjusting the positions of the silver needles.

A sharp-eyed observer could even see the scorching Blood Qi remaining at the tips of the needles.

Sweat slid down his forehead; it was clear this treatment was not easy.

Lin Wan'er watched the scene before her, her heart aching incessantly.

Yet, she still did not make a single sound.

After Cheng Feng finished his application and revealed a relaxed expression,

Lin Wan'er said impatiently, "Father, must you really go?

Cheng Feng could also send someone to the house to notify them."

Lin Xiong smiled and shook his head: "Wan'er, your father knows you are worried about me.

But as the Head of the Family of the Lin Family, how could I retreat at such a critical moment?

While Worthy Nephew Cheng can certainly help me, I still wish to rely on myself to help the Lin Family overcome this current hurdle.

Being able to receive the news in advance is already a stroke of good fortune."

Cheng Feng was packing up to the side and did not interject.

Watching this scene, Lin Xiong nodded inwardly: "Neither arrogant nor impetuous, calm and composed; he is a stock with potential."

After finishing packing the silver needles, Cheng Feng looked at Lin Xiong and said, "Has Uncle made up his mind?"

A flash of determination then crossed his eyes: "Indeed. As long as my Lin Family can transfer the family's important assets before they react, we can preserve the foundation of the Lin Family. As for those rumors and gossip, there will naturally be a time for clarification in the future."

"Very well, then as a junior, I have nothing more to say. I will see Uncle out."

"It is fine. Having your Medical Skill to help me with treatment is already a great favor to me.

Leave the rest to me!"

The two of them looked at Lin Wan'er beside them with a tacit understanding and nodded.

Cheng Feng understood in his heart that this seemingly simple asset transfer was actually a race against time; the slightest mistake could lead to total defeat.

Outside, as the news of the Lin Family "selling off industries" spread wider and wider, some forces that had originally held a wait-and-see attitude began to stir.

They contacted the Lin Family either openly or covertly, attempting to get a share of the spoils in this potential feast. And all of this was exactly what Lin Xiong had hoped for.

"Report to the Elder, three forces have already clearly expressed their willingness to take over parts of our industries, and the prices are quite reasonable."

A trusted subordinate hurried into the Lin Family to report the latest progress.

Upon hearing this, Lin Bai's lips curled into an imperceptible smile, then he quickly returned to a calm state: "Very good. Continue to stall them,

but remember not to reveal our true purpose.

At the same time, accelerate the progress of the asset transfer; ensure all arrangements are completed within half a day."

According to the Head of the Family's request, this was already the limit of what Lin Bai could achieve.

Lin Bai stroked his beard, his heart feeling somewhat heavy.

"Qingxi County, we are about to leave it!"