RYEY -Chapter 348 Buying Property in the Capital

Now that Wu Hongxin had suddenly called—and with such a clear purpose, asking for medicine—it was obvious that he had run into a wall with his own younger brother. That was why he was probing for information here.

Ye Chengying wasn’t afraid of Wu Hongxin at all. His former superior also lived on that mountain now, holding a position on the same level as Wu Hongxin’s. Whenever Ye Chengying had leave, he would go pay him a visit.

What’s more, that old leader had privately hinted to him that the darkest period was already over. As long as Ye Chengying could stir up a bit of momentum, his position might move up again. When that happened, he would become a four-star general.

So Ye Chengying very politely declined Wu Hongxin. He was a soldier who fought wars and deployed troops—not a doctor who prescribed medicine.

Besides, there were so many brilliant doctors on the mountain. What business did he have coming to him? Still, he felt that something wasn’t quite right. He needed to have a proper talk with his exceptionally talented cousin.

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In the middle of the night, Cheng Qiao noticed that Ye Jun still wasn’t going to bed and couldn’t help feeling puzzled. Ye Jun pointed to the seat beside him, signaling for her to sit and wait with him.

Wait? Wait for what? Cheng Qiao was baffled and was just about to ask when the phone rang. Ye Jun didn’t move, only picking up after it rang more than three times.

“Hello, who is this?”

“Xiao Jun, what on earth is going on? Why did Wu Hongxin call me?”

“The Wu family is finished. Wu Fan is dead. As for Wu Shangen, I don’t know what happened—his limbs are weak, and he’s become mute. The hospital says there’s no cure. Basically, he’s just waiting to die.”

Ye Chengying’s lips curved upward sharply. His younger brother was being cautious, afraid the call might be monitored, so he spoke conservatively. But the two brothers had grown up together and understood each other perfectly.

“Ye Ling says she really wants to come to the capital to take a look—and she especially wants to see you, her little uncle whom she hasn’t seen in ages. You’d better take good care of her.”

“Mm. I really haven’t seen Ye Ling in a long time. Let her come. By the way, is she married?”

“Ask her yourself. That girl’s got something wrong in the head—she says all men are trash. She scolded both of us brothers along with the rest.”

“She’s right. Men really aren’t good things.”

After saying that, Ye Jun hung up. Cheng Qiao looked at him with confusion.

“Is Aunt Ye Ling coming? How did it turn into whether men are good or not?”

“Cheng Qiao, there are many things that can’t be said over the phone—we have to use cover talk. Also, I think you can’t stay in the capital to study anymore. You need to change locations, and this matter can only be handled by Ye Chengying.”

Cheng Qiao nodded. The deaths of Wu Shangen and his son had already caught Wu Hongxin’s attention. If she continued staying here, there would be unpredictable danger.

In her previous life, although she lived to forty, she had always stayed in that little grocery store in Chuncheng and had no idea what happened in the capital.

And in her previous life, Li Huan, little Cheng Li, Mother Li, Lele, and Cheng Liguo had all left her early. She lived alone only to find her enemies. Once her vengeance was complete, she no longer had the courage to go on living.

This life was different. The people she loved were all alive and by her side. So every move had to be carefully considered. Since her master said it was dangerous, then it certainly was.

“Master, what do you plan to do?”

“Go somewhere Wu Hongxin can’t reach. Right now, Hexi is calling for ambitious young people and technical professionals to settle there and contribute to the region’s development.

“Your father, Cheng Liguo, is over there. If you go study there, you can take care of him on the one hand, and on the other, broaden your future prospects.”

“Most importantly, that area falls under Ye Chengying’s jurisdiction. As long as you make some achievements there, it will count as merit for him as well. Only by going there can you truly develop.”

“And you?”

“Me… I’ll decide after Ye Ling arrives. If Ye Chengying can move up another step, I’ll stay here. If not, I’ll have to give up this prime land—the capital.”

Cheng Qiao felt an inexplicable heaviness in her heart. She had thought that being reborn would make life easier, but instead, life had become even harder.

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A week later, Cheng Qiao finally met Ye Ling. Both women were stunned when they saw each other. Ye Ling was amazed that Cheng Qiao had already given birth to four children and yet still looked like a young girl.

Cheng Qiao, on the other hand, was surprised that Ye Ling looked even younger and more beautiful than before—fashionable and stylish, like a magazine model, drawing frequent glances from passersby.

“Aunt Ye Ling—looks like I can’t call you ‘Aunt’ anymore. I should call you ‘Sister’ instead.”

“Naughty girl. Judging by how you look, life must be treating you well. Where’s your father—back in Hexi?”

“Yes, he went back. He’s living very well there now, and his job suits him perfectly.”

“That’s good. And your master?”

“He’ll be back very soon. Aunt, this is the room I prepared for you. You must be hungry—have some snacks and milk first.”

“Alright. You’re still as considerate as ever, little girl. Huh? Whose clothes are these in the wardrobe?”

“Yours. I got them from Qijun’s shop. The size might be a bit big—I didn’t expect you to have slimmed down this much.”

“Qijun opened a clothing store? That girl really knows how to seize opportunities.”

Cheng Qiao knew the Zhao family was close to Ye Chengying, but she hadn’t realized just how close. She could only smile and nod.

Ye Jun walked in, nodded at Ye Ling.

“Little Uncle, you haven’t changed at all—still so young.”

“Mm. How’s your father’s health?”

“Thanks to you. After taking those pills, his body’s in great shape. Even a tiger would have to detour around him.”

“Sit down. There are some things I need to tell you, and you must take them to heart. Those pills weren’t made by me—they’re Cheng Qiao’s masterpiece.”

Ye Ling had just sat down when she bounced right back up, staring at Cheng Qiao in shock while muttering, “As expected, the younger generation surpasses the older—the waves behind drive the waves ahead, and the front waves die on the beach.”

“Who’s dying on the beach?”

Ye Jun stood up, his eyes narrowing slightly. Frightened, Ye Ling hurriedly hid behind Cheng Qiao, forcing a smile.

“I meant your skills are amazing, Little Uncle—teaching a disciple so well. No, I mean, training such an outstanding disciple.”

“Have your father send Cheng Qiao away.”

“Send her where?”

“Hexi.”

“Understood. But my father wants me to buy property in the capital.”

Before leaving, Ye Ling had had a long talk with Ye Chengying. Her two older brothers were both in the military and couldn’t spare the time, so she was the only one who could come to the capital first to settle things and prepare for Ye Chengying’s future arrival.

Ye Jun’s eyes lit up. If Ye Ling could buy property in the capital, what did that mean? It meant Ye Chengying was about to be transferred to the capital. If that was the case, Ye Jun wouldn’t need to leave after all.

“Do you have enough money? If not, I have some here.”

“Little Uncle, you still have grandchildren to raise—I won’t take advantage of you. By the way, which little one is your grandchild? Let me see. And these are things my father asked me to give you—along with a letter.”