Chapter 94: Being Watched

In Premier Zhu's home living room, Premier Zhu and Minister Xie were still exchanging their respective opinions on Lin Feng's matter. Minister Xie, hearing that Premier Zhu was willing to bet with him, replied cheerfully, "Hey, Old Zhu, don't be too hasty with your big talk. This matter isn't necessarily that I'll lose. Don't forget his granduncle is also a military man, and Grandpa Lin was from the military in his early days. I have a great chance of winning."

No matter how difficult the task, Minister Xie would try his best. If he could truly secure Lin Feng's place in the military to cultivate talents, even without such skills, one-tenth or one-hundredth of that ability would stir military morale enormously. Hundreds or thousands of soldiers possessing even a fraction of Lin Feng's prowess would sweep through other nations' armies. At this thought, Premier Zhu's inner excitement surged, and he longed to immediately bind Lin Feng into the military.

Seeing Minister Xie lost in daydreams, nearly drooling, Premier Zhu interrupted his fantasies and said, "You're far too eager. Considering Lin Feng can wait until later. We must first help this young man through this crisis. That boy is a rare talent; our country has only recently produced one such figure. If he falls victim to family struggles, it would be a great pity!"

Minister Xie considered Premier Zhu's words and found them reasonable. Lin Feng was a living treasure; if properly developed, the country's strength would grow rapidly. Yet, as to how to assist him, Minister Xie could devise no method and shook his head in frustration while addressing Premier Zhu, "I'm at a loss. This affair has escalated too far, and I don't know how to resolve it."

"Yes! Why not let both of us stay uninvolved and observe how events unfold? If the Wang family has intelligent minds, they likely desire this matter concluded quickly as well," Premier Zhu mused for a moment before telling Minister Xie.

"Only as you suggest, then. Very well, since the matter is decided, I should return to rest as well. Alas, it is all that boy Lin Feng's fault for stirring up such trouble!" After voicing his complaints to Premier Zhu, Minister Xie rose and departed from his residence.

Lin Feng remained unaware that his strength had been revealed, not only shaking the major factions in Beijing but also drawing Minister Xie's attention and schemes against him. If he learned of it, he would know not whether to cry or laugh. Yet at that moment, he was savoring a moment of springtime intimacy.

Later, Xia Ruoxi lay exhausted on Lin Feng's chest, her breaths coming in gasps. Now drained of all strength throughout her body, recalling the frenzy of moments earlier with Lin Feng filled her with shame, blushing crimson as she slowly tucked her face back into his embrace.

Lin Feng gazed at the bashful beauty in his arms and reflected on finally claiming Xia Ruoxi as his own. An uncontrollable joy swelled in his heart, curving his lips into a smile that even erupted into laughter.

Hearing Lin Feng's laughter, Xia Ruoxi lifted her head to glance at him. To her surprise, she caught a mischievous glint in his eyes. Guessing his inner satisfaction, she recalled how she had unwittingly fallen into his trap and lost her virginity, so she reached out to pinch his arm lightly.

Lin Feng beheld the alluring shyness of the woman in his arms, his lower body stirring anew in response. He rolled over and pressed down against her, instantly filling the room with an atmosphere of passion.

Those outside worried ceaselessly about Lin Feng, conversing until the late hours without devising a resolution. Had they known Lin Feng and Xia Ruoxi were immersed in such intimate circumstances within the room, they might have vomited blood from sheer fury.

The following morning after breakfast, those from the Lin household required to depart left early for work, while Lin Feng and Xia Ruoxi, exhausted from the previous night's excesses, remained abed. Old Master Lin, reflecting on the Tiger Head Gang incident of the previous night, deemed Lin Feng too weary and restrained Liu Runli and Lin Chuanzhi from interrupting.

Following breakfast, Lin Chuanzhi and Liu Runli sat chatting with Old Master Lin in the hall when the butler escorted Premier Zhu into the room with him.

Lin Chuanzhi and Liu Runli, perceiving Premier Zhu's arrival as a visit to Old Master, rose instinctively to make way.

Yet as they prepared to withdraw, Premier Zhu spoke before offering any greeting to Old Master in the hall, "You two wait a moment. No need to leave. I have come today on Lin Feng's behalf. You are his parents, and I have something I wish to ask."

Lin Chuanzhi and Liu Runli exchanged puzzled glances upon hearing Premier Zhu. Then Lin Chuanzhi glanced at Old Master Lin, who nodded in assent. Lin Chuanzhi drew Liu Runli to sit beside him.

Once Premier Zhu settled on the sofa, Liu Runli hastened to fetch the teapot, brewing a pot of delicate Yunwu tea and pouring a steaming cup for him.

Premier Zhu lifted the fragrant tea, savoring its aroma with appreciation, and slowly sipped the cup. Afterward, he sighed, "It seems only you Lin family truly understand the pleasures of life!"

"Premier Zhu, why so early this morning?" Old Master Lin ignored the remark and queried doubtfully.

Premier Zhu recalled the visit's purpose and set the cup down firmly, addressing Old Master Lin and Lin Chuanzhi with the others, "What else could it be? It concerns last night's events. I believe you are all aware."

Old Master Lin, assuming an inquiry into wrongdoing, hastened to explain, "Premier Zhu, our Lin family heeded the higher-ups' counsel and took no action to incite trouble. How could it be..."

Premier Zhu detected the misunderstanding and interrupted, "Old Master Lin, I did not come to seek accountability. I know the Lin family refrained, but that boy Lin Feng acted. His intervention truly shook the heavens! I fear his fury has not subsided, so I came early to calm him. Otherwise, I worry he will return to the Wang family to slaughter them all!"

Old Master Lin did not grasp the implication and remained silent. Liu Runli grew anxious and interjected, "Premier Zhu, Lin Feng would not act rashly. That child I know is lazy to the extreme. Unless provoked, he avoids conflict."

Premier Zhu perceived her misconception and explained again to Liu Runli and the assembled, "I merely wish to note that, for the greater good, Lin Feng's actions stemmed from the family strife. Moreover, he eliminated gang members, ruthless villains. Our higher-ups have kept this quiet, as if it never occurred. I hope Old Master Lin and you will soothe Lin Feng and prevent him from seeking the Wang family, lest it truly erupt into calamity!"

Liu Runli, a mother and unversed in such complexities, learned only of Lin Feng's slaying of over a hundred lives the previous night. Hearing the higher-ups would overlook the matter, she stated without hesitation, "Premier Zhu, rest assured. I will guide Lin Feng properly and ensure he causes no further trouble."

After Liu Runli spoke, Old Master Lin deemed the affair overly large. Accepting the higher-ups' intervention as a courtesy, he consented to Premier Zhu's proposed resolution.

Premier Zhu nodded in satisfaction upon seeing no objections. The solution had been reached after Minister Xie departed, when Premier Zhu had urgently consulted the Chairman.

With the visit's objective achieved, Premier Zhu inquired further, "Old Master, regarding Lin Feng's personal abilities, do you know of them?"

Old Master Lin was puzzled by the question but confessed ignorance of Lin Feng's prowess and shook his head.

Seeing this, Premier Zhu shifted his gaze to Lin Chuanzhi and Liu Runli.

Lin Chuanzhi knew some details but hesitated, as they were Lin Feng's private matters. Premier Zhu guessed he held knowledge and pressed, "Lin Feng's strength is terrifying. Last night Minister Xie said even a strongest assault team or a company of soldiers could not restrain him!"

"Premier Zhu, please believe me, Lin Feng harbors no ambition. He acted solely for self-preservation," Lin Chuanzhi replied hastily.

With this assurance, Premier Zhu ceased pressing. Having completed his purpose, he prepared to visit the Wang family again and bid farewell to the group.

After Premier Zhu's departure, Old Master Lin and his companions breathed easier.

Meanwhile, in Lin Chuanzhi's office, Minister Xie sat discussing Lin Feng's matter with him.

"What? You intend to recruit Lin Feng into the military?" Lin Chuanzhi exclaimed in excitement upon hearing the proposal.

"Hah, why so eager, young man? Why this agitation? Sit and speak!"

Minister Xie lectured Lin Chuanzhi upon seeing him rise.

Lin Chuanzhi, embarrassed by his gesture, resumed his seat.

Once settled, Minister Xie continued, "I know this is difficult, yet you witnessed the video! Who in the military possesses such skill? Our forces could not destroy the Tiger Head Gang without personnel, but none could match Lin Feng's feat of frontal assault in under ten minutes, where a hundred armed gang members failed to touch his hem. This is unmatched in our ranks. Imagine if he joined us, teaching dozens or hundreds of soldiers, gradually disseminating his abilities. In a few years, our army could prevail over all foreign forces!"

Minister Xie elaborated on the glorious vision in his heart.