NCCnovel Chapter 290 Planning
Chapter 290 Planning
Sun Ying sat upright beside the bed, tightly holding Sun Shaojie's hand. Her eyes were slightly red, but her voice was steady and firm: "Brother, you are the only son of the Sun family's legitimate branch. Before my father died, he repeatedly told me to take good care of you. I have promised my father, and I must fulfill it."
Sun Shaojie's lips trembled slightly, his eyes filled with fear and reluctance: "Sister, I don't want to leave you, I'm afraid..."
Sun Ying gently stroked his head, trying to soothe him. "Brother, I know you're afraid, but at this moment, we have no other choice. Young Master He is not a good person, but this is the only way to protect you. If you miss this opportunity, I don't know how I can protect you anymore."
She took a deep breath and continued, "Once you arrive at the He Mansion, you must be extremely cautious and take good care of yourself. No matter what difficulties you encounter, never give up easily. If there is a chance to escape, do not hesitate for a moment and run as fast as you can. Remember, the He Mansion is not a place to stay for long."
"Sister..." Sun Shaojie finally couldn't hold back anymore, tears flowed out like a flood, his small body trembled slightly, he bit his lips tightly, trying his best to suppress his crying, but big tears still fell on the brocade clothes he was wearing.
Sun Ying looked at her brother who was crying silently, and her eyes instantly became moist. She reached out and hugged her brother tightly in her arms, feeling his trembling and helplessness, and her heart ached.
Ever since the incident at home, her tears had long dried up, but at this moment, facing her younger brother's sadness, she almost lost control.
She took a deep breath, holding back her tears, and gently patted her brother's back: "Go! Don't be afraid, sister will always think of you."
Under Sun Ying's firm gaze, Sun Shaojie walked out step by step. When he reached the door, he couldn't help but turn around and take a last look at his elder sister.
Sun Ying nodded slightly at him, motioning him to leave.
Sun Shaojie wiped away his tears, turned around, and disappeared out the door with staggering steps.
Sun Ying looked in the direction he left and did not move for a long time.
She knew that this might be the last time they would see each other. She did not stand up to see him off, but just prayed silently in her heart, hoping that her brother would be safe and go as far as possible.
Sun Shaojie was sent away as a result of a deal between her and He Jinyan.
As long as she can gain Chu Lingfeng's trust and lure him into the trap, Sun Shaojie can survive.
Sun Ying was unsure, but when she thought of her brother, she gritted her teeth and made up her mind to give it a try.
At the same time, in Chu Lingfeng's study, the atmosphere was equally solemn, and the flickering candlelight reflected Lin Yu's anxious face.
"Sir, Master Lin and his party have arrived at the border safely," Lin Yu paused, looking worried, "but after the decline of the Lin Marquis Mansion, the border was completely out of control. Various forces were divided and fighting, and it became a mess. It would be extremely difficult for Master Lin to regain control of the situation in the short term."
Chu Lingfeng sat on a chair, gazing out the window at the pitch-black night. After a moment's silence, he slowly spoke, "Even if Marquis Lin's mansion collapses, Marquis Lin is still here. It's only a matter of time before he can gather the forces at the border. What I'm worried about is if the border falls into the hands of Concubine Rong's faction, Lin Yi and the others will be in danger."
His eyes were dark and a trace of worry flashed across his face. The situation at the border was complicated. If it was infiltrated by Concubine Rong's forces, the consequences would be disastrous.
Lin Yu frowned, feeling equally anxious: "Should we send someone to support Master Lin? The situation at the border is unclear right now, and we can't just sit back and watch."
Chu Lingfeng pondered for a moment and slowly shook his head: "Don't rush. If we send someone there rashly, it might expose our intentions. Let Chu Si continue to monitor and report back immediately if there is any sign of trouble. We will then make a long-term plan."
He stood up and paced around the room, thinking about how to deal with the situation. The situation on the border was very complex, and if he was not careful, he would lose everything.
His gaze penetrated the vast sea and looked at the shadowy East China Sea Island in the distance. He couldn't help feeling bitter. Being sent here was like being trapped in a dangerous place.
Fortunately, he had made plans in advance, and with the help of Murong Ling'er, he was able to set foot on this land of exile without any danger. However, there were undercurrents on this East China Sea Island, and various forces were like evil wolves hiding in the darkness, always coveting him, so he dared not let his guard down for a moment.
"Prince, should we send someone to support Master Lin?" Lin Yu approached Chu Lingfeng anxiously, his brows twisted into the shape of a "chuan" character, and he kept calculating in his mind how many more people he could mobilize.
Chu Lingfeng looked solemn, his eyes fixed on the distance. He shook his head slowly and said in a deep voice, "No, Donghai Island is the most important thing right now. We must take control of it as soon as possible. If Donghai Island falls into the hands of others, the He family of Longmen City will definitely not sit idly by. The He family is an extremely formidable opponent."
Mentioning the He family, Lin Yu slapped his head suddenly, as if he remembered something extremely important: "By the way, I almost forgot that Miss Murong asked us to pay attention to someone on the island."
"Oh? Who?" Chu Lingfeng's eyes suddenly became sharp.
"Uncle Mu from the salt production area."
"What's so special about this Uncle Mu?"
Lin Yu shrugged helplessly: "Miss Murong didn't explain in detail, and I am confused."
Chu Lingfeng lowered his head in thought. There were many fugitives in the salt-producing area, and they were a mixed bunch. He had no impression of this Uncle Mu. Murong Ling'er specifically mentioned this person, so he must be no ordinary person.
On the second day, at noon, the sun shone on the beach, shining brightly.
Chu Lingfeng, Chu Chu and Chu Yinyin were working in a group in the salt-making area. Chu Lingfeng was weak due to poisoning, so he was responsible for adding firewood to the stove. He held the firewood in his hand and added it to the stove in an orderly manner. But out of the corner of his eye, he caught a glimpse of a figure squatting quietly beside his stove.
This person is Mudik. These days, he has been secretly inquiring about Chu Lingfeng's past. In his opinion, this former prince who was the god of war may be a glimmer of hope to change his destiny.
He pretended to be calm, his face showing the vicissitudes of life carved by time and suffering. Under his drooping eyebrows, a pair of seemingly lifeless eyes were secretly looking at Chu Lingfeng.
Chu Lingfeng noticed the hidden gaze, but remained calm, and his hands moved skillfully and neatly as always.
Chu Yinyin, who was standing by, had her face flushed red from the steam rising from the stove, and her clothes were soaked with sweat. She bit her lower lip tightly, and the spoon in her hand was busy stirring between several large pots, scooping a few spoonfuls of sea water into the pots from time to time.
The brother and sister had a perfect understanding, and neither of them spoke to break the silence.
For several days in a row, Chu Lingfeng's group was always surrounded by the same group of people.
Although Chu Yinyin is usually carefree, she noticed something strange after a while.
You should know that the stoves under the awnings on the beach are fixed, but most people who make salt choose the stoves at will and their positions often change.
How could it be such a coincidence that I meet the same group of people every time?
"Brother..." Chu Yinyin just opened her mouth when she was stopped by Chu Lingfeng's eyes.
"Let's talk after work." Chu Lingfeng lowered his voice. Chu Yinyin opened her mouth, then looked at Chu Chu who also shook her head, and could only swallow back all the doubts in her heart.
As work was about to end at noon, a cry of alarm suddenly rang out from the busy and noisy beach: "Oh no! Someone's drowning!"
The shout instantly broke the silence and everyone looked in the direction of the sound.
Murong Ling'er's figure was as fast as lightning. Almost at the same time as the shout rang out, she rushed to the seaside like an arrow. In the blink of an eye, she jumped into the sea and disappeared from everyone's sight.