Chapter 64: The Purpose of Sakura Valley

At 8:00 PM, Ye Feng drove the car, carrying Gu Ran, and arrived at a restaurant named "Yanhe" by the Moat.

The restaurant was not large, but the decor was quaint and elegant, with two red lanterns hanging at the entrance, appearing exceptionally warm in the Night Color.

As soon as the two walked to the restaurant entrance, they saw Xie Junhao and a thin, middle-aged man standing there.

The moment Xie Junhao saw Ye Feng, he immediately smiled and walked up to greet them: "Ye Feng, Miss Gu, you've arrived too!"

Ye Feng nodded, looked at the man beside Xie Junhao, and said respectfully: "Greetings, Mr. Zhang!"

Zhang Guoqiang smiled slightly, waved his hand, and said nothing.

At this moment, Xie Junhao patted Ye Feng on the shoulder and said with a smile: "This restaurant is a hidden gem I've been keeping to myself; today I must have you both try it properly!"

Then, the four of them walked into the restaurant, and a waiter led them into a private room.

The private room was not large, but it was arranged very elegantly, with several ink paintings hanging on the walls and a pot of hot tea placed on the table, the tea fragrance curling in the air.

After sitting down, Xie Junhao skillfully ordered several signature dishes, then said to Ye Feng: "Ye Feng, didn't you have something to ask Old Zhang? You can say it now."

Ye Feng nodded, looked at Zhang Guoqiang, and said with a serious tone: "Mr. Zhang, I would like to ask, what kind of force is Sakura Valley exactly?"

Zhang Guoqiang picked up his teacup, took a sip, and said slowly: "Sakura Valley is a martial arts force from Sakura Country, originating a hundred years ago."

"Their martial arts heritage is unique; they use the cherry blossom as their symbol and are skilled in using hidden weapons and illusions."

"However, ten years ago, they suddenly moved from Sakura Country to a mountain in the south of our country and began to spread their influence there."

"People like Li Zhongshuo, as well as the Lin Family where Lin Chen is, are all their subordinate forces."

"And there are many more such subordinate forces under Sakura Valley."

Ye Feng frowned: "Moved to our country?"

"Why would they suddenly migrate?"

Zhang Guoqiang shook his head: "I don't know the specific reason either."

"However, Sakura Valley's influence is immense; they not only hold a pivotal position in the martial arts world, but their presence is also felt in the industrial sector."

"Their businesses are spread across the country, and they even have a certain level of influence internationally."

After hearing this, Ye Feng's brows furrowed even tighter.

He took out the Sakura Jade Pendant and placed it on the table: "Mr. Zhang, this was left for me by someone from Sakura Valley; they invited Gu Ran and me to join them."

Zhang Guoqiang picked up the jade pendant, examined it carefully, and his expression became grave: "This is a token of Sakura Valley, only the high-level members are qualified to wear it."

"It seems they value you both very much!"

Gu Ran asked with some unease: "Mr. Zhang, why does Sakura Valley want to invite us to join?"

"What exactly is their purpose?"

Zhang Guoqiang put down the jade pendant and said in a deep voice: "Sakura Valley has always been mysterious; their motives are hard to fathom."

"However, according to the intelligence I have gathered, they seem to be searching for some special talents recently."

"Ye Feng, Miss Gu, have you displayed any talents that have caught their eye?"

"Oh, right, they seem to be very interested in the Ghost Doctor Sect!"

Ye Feng clenched his fists, thought for a moment, and said: "No wonder; Gu Ran has the Cold Yin Divine Body, and I, not only know the Ghost Gate Thirteen Needles, but have also cultivated to the Grandmaster realm of martial arts!"

Zhang Guoqiang nodded, suddenly realizing: "That explains it!"

Then, he continued to ask: "Did you agree?"

Ye Feng and Gu Ran shook their heads simultaneously, and then Ye Feng spoke: "No matter what their purpose is, I will not join them!"

Zhang Guoqiang's tone was serious: "Ye Feng, the power of Sakura Valley cannot be underestimated!"

"If you decide to oppose them, you must act with caution."

"They are vindictive, their methods are extremely ruthless, and they are skilled in using illusions and hidden weapons, making them hard to guard against."

"But don't worry, with me here, they won't dare to do anything to you in Tianhai!"

Xie Junhao patted Ye Feng on the shoulder and said with a smile: "Don't worry, Old Zhang is a high-level member of the Medical Sect; with him around, Sakura Valley won't dare to act rashly."

Ye Feng nodded gratefully: "Thank you, Mr. Zhang, thank you, Old Xie."

Zhang Guoqiang waved his hand, his tone relaxed: "Don't mention it."

Ye Feng asked again: "By the way, what kind of force is your Medical Sect?"

Zhang Guoqiang smiled, a look of confidence appearing on his face: "Our Medical Sect is a sect that practices both medicine and martial arts. Although our strength is not as great as Sakura Valley's, we still have some say in Tianhai!"

"Ye Feng, I suggest you don't act rashly for now."

"Although Sakura Valley's invitation is dangerous, it is also an opportunity."

"The destruction of the Ghost Doctor Sect also has some connection to them; you could take this opportunity to pretend to join them, and perhaps you might make some unexpected discoveries!"

Ye Feng pondered for a moment and asked: "Go undercover?"

Zhang Guoqiang nodded and said: "You can understand it that way."

"As far as I know, wasn't the destruction of the Ghost Doctor Sect caused by the Shen Family?"

Ye Feng frowned, suddenly thinking of his mother's words, and asked in confusion.

Zhang Guoqiang shook his head: "The Shen Family was just a small pawn; the real main force was the experts from Sakura Valley!"

Ye Feng nodded, half-understanding; Zhang Guoqiang's words were a bit different from his mother's story!

It seems he will have to ask his mother properly when he gets back!

In the story his mother told him, there was no mention of Sakura Valley at all!

Just then, the waiter walked in carrying plates of steaming dishes.

Xie Junhao said with a smile: "Alright, the serious business is done, time to eat!"

"The food at this restaurant is superb; you must try it properly!"

Looking at the dishes on the table, Gu Ran's originally tense mood relaxed.

She picked up a piece of braised pork, tasted it, and her eyes immediately lit up: "It's really delicious!"

Ye Feng smiled and picked up a piece of fish, placing it into her bowl: "If you like it, eat more."

The four of them chatted while eating, and the atmosphere gradually became more relaxed.

However, Ye Feng's heart could never fully relax.

He knew that the appearance of Sakura Valley meant a greater crisis was approaching, and he had to be prepared to protect Gu Ran, as well as himself.

Besides, he still had to find his father!

After the meal, Ye Feng and Gu Ran said goodbye to Xie Junhao and Zhang Guoqiang, and drove back to the city.

On the way, Gu Ran looked at the night scenery outside the window and said softly: "Ye Feng, have you really decided to go undercover?"

"What if..."

As she spoke, she couldn't bring herself to say the rest, but her face was filled with worry.

Ye Feng smiled, his tone gentle: "Silly, don't be afraid, I'm very capable!"

Gu Ran turned her head to look at Ye Feng's profile, a flash of determination in her eyes: "Ye Feng, no matter how difficult the future is, I will face it with you."

Ye Feng gripped the steering wheel tightly, a warm current surging in his heart: "Alright, we will face it together."