Chapter 434: Do Not Seek Revenge

Wangchuan listened very carefully.

Faced with the dying entrustment of a fifth-rank martial artist, his feelings were extremely complicated.

As a former member of Warring States Game Studio, he had almost no personal relationship with Yan Tiannan.

He understood very clearly that after weighing every angle, Yan Tiannan had decided to let him inherit all of his wealth, as well as the assets of Warring States Game Studio.

A little over twenty thousand taels of gold was no small temptation;

more than two thousand employees with a certain amount of experience were likewise a considerable asset, one that could accelerate his control over Sanhe Commandery and strengthen his influence over the various Caobang halls.

But!

After thinking it over again and again, Wangchuan said to Yan Tiannan, “Because of certain personal reasons, I have no way to go to the Capital right now to bring Boss Yan’s family back. The earliest I can make the trip will be after spring begins, once river transport improves.”

“As for the reason, I’ve already become a thorn in the side of the various Caobang halls. At a time like this, going to the Capital to fetch people would carry great risk.”

“...”

Hearing this, Yan Tiannan looked toward Su Wan.

She nodded and said,

“I can stay in the Capital and look after Boss’s family until spring begins.”

Yan Tiannan looked back at Wangchuan and asked, “After spring begins, does Boss Su have confidence that you can bring my family safely back to Sanhe Commandery?”

“That should not be a problem.”

Wangchuan nodded.

At this moment, the Center Director interjected,

“The Center can assist Boss Su in protecting Boss Yan’s family on their return to Sanhe Commandery.”

Yan Tiannan nodded and let out a sigh of relief.

“That will do.”

Wangchuan likewise nodded.

“As for Boss Yan’s second condition, helping his family break through to the Third Rank will not be a problem. And as for his third, I will do my best to keep the staff in the Warring States Building while preserving their current benefits and security.”

Hearing this, Yan Tiannan finally relaxed. He smiled and nodded at Wangchuan.

“Then from now on, I’ll have to trouble Boss Su to look after them.”

Seeing that Yan Tiannan’s wishes had been satisfied, the Center Director also seemed to set down a great weight in his heart. He added,

“Boss Yan has contributed quite a bit to our Center. We will assist you in quickly completing the asset transfer. In addition, if Boss Su encounters any difficulties in the future, you may contact the Center. The Center will provide appropriate assistance.”

“Good.”

Wangchuan agreed.

“Since Boss Yan’s matter has now been resolved, I won’t disturb you any further. I’ll withdraw first... Wang Song, you may bring your people back.”

With his purpose achieved, the Center Director instructed Wang Song to leave.

Wang Song ended the projection as instructed, cupped his fists toward Yan Tiannan in salute, and then departed with his men.

The crisis was lifted.

In the reception room, only Yan Tiannan and Su Wan of Warring States Game Studio remained, together with Wangchuan and Li Na of Sanjiang Studio.

Yan Tiannan said to Su Wan,

“Coordinate the affairs with the person in charge of Sanjiang Studio. I’ll have a word with your future boss.”

“Alright.”

Su Wan listened to Yan Tiannan very obediently.

Li Na glanced at Wangchuan, then walked off with Su Wan to one side.

On this side, only Yan Tiannan and Wangchuan remained, facing each other.

Yan Tiannan stared at Wangchuan for a while, then suddenly laughed.

“Boss Su really is absurdly young.”

“If I remember correctly, you’ve only been in 《spirit realm》 for about a year and a half, right?”

“Mm.”

Wangchuan nodded and rubbed his nose.

“I was lured in back then by that ten-thousand-yuan monthly salary. Come to think of it, I really do have to thank Warring States Game Studio, and thank Boss Yan.”

“That only proves we were fated to meet.”

Yan Tiannan smiled heavily.

Wangchuan could understand.

For a fifth-rank martial artist to suddenly have his life in 《spirit realm》 end in this way and then depart the world like this—anyone in his place would feel unwilling, filled with regret and anger.

“Boss Yan, don’t worry. If I get the chance in the future, I’ll kill a few Crimson Pavilion assassins for you.”

At those words, Yan Tiannan’s eyes showed a thoughtful look. He shook his head.

“There’s no need.”

“The Crimson Pavilion assassin who killed me was, barring accident, one of the Crimson Pavilion’s Gold-Ranked Assassins—a sixth-rank martial artist!”

At that point, he paused slightly and continued,

“My three core attributes had already long approached the level of a sixth-rank martial artist... Although my inner cultivation realm had not reached Perfect Mastery, it had already reached Integration... Yet when facing that Crimson Pavilion Gold-Ranked Assassin, I did not feel even the slightest trace of warning. I only reacted after I had already been struck... You would not be his match.”

Yan Tiannan spoke with absolute certainty.

“When facing Crimson Pavilion assassins, do your best not to become the one who stands out first. I don’t want to see you drive Warring States Game Studio and Sanjiang Studio to a dead end.”

From those words, Wangchuan heard both guidance and concern.

Yan Tiannan was being very serious...

He understood very clearly the gap between himself and the killer.

A fifth-rank martial artist had still ended up like this.

All the more so for Wangchuan, who was only at the Fourth Rank!

A grave look entered Wangchuan’s eyes.

When a man is about to die, his words are kind.

The words of a senior had to be heeded.

“I know you’re unconvinced.”

“Let’s go to the training grounds and exchange a few moves.”

“I’ll show you just how strong a sixth-rank martial artist has to be to kill me before I can even react.”

Yan Tiannan rose and made the suggestion.

Wangchuan was stunned for a moment, then a burning light flashed into his eyes.

A fifth-rank martial artist as a sparring partner!

That was a good thing!

Wangchuan hurried to follow. Before leaving, he instructed Lin Jiahe and Wang Yuehui to come along as well, so they could broaden their horizons.

Yan Tiannan did not stop them.

The group came out of the elevator and headed straight for the training grounds.

In a heavy tone, Yan Tiannan said,

“I can already feel that my soul is withering, and my strength is slowly declining...”

“But I am, after all, still at a cultivation level close to that of a sixth-rank martial artist, and I cultivated a sixth-rank body-protection technique to Integration. Ordinary cultivation methods simply cannot break my defenses or injure me. Whatever means you have, feel free to use them.”

“I believe you understand the meaning of sparring.”

Yan Tiannan gazed at Wangchuan.

Wangchuan nodded solemnly.

“The final sparring session of a fifth-rank martial artist is more precious than the twenty thousand taels of gold you’re giving Sanjiang Studio.”

A trace of gratified smile appeared on Yan Tiannan’s face.

“No wonder Su Wan recommended you. You really are someone who understands.”

“Come.”

Wangchuan knew Yan Tiannan had very little time left and was already walking through the countdown of his life. So he wasted no words. He grabbed a longsword from the weapon rack, cupped his fists toward Yan Tiannan in salute, and assumed his stance.

Yan Tiannan did not take a weapon. He simply extended a pair of bare palms. Then both arms took on a visible bluish-gray metallic sheen. The surrounding air quivered slightly, and his clothes stirred without wind, an oppressive pressure rushing straight at them.

The aura of a seasoned fifth-rank martial artist was fully revealed in that instant, like an immovable mountain that inspired fear in all who looked upon it.

Lin Jiahe and Wang Yuehui exchanged glances and saw the shock in each other’s eyes.

It was hard to imagine that an expert like this had been killed in a single strike!

Yan Tiannan said,

“My sixth-rank body-protection technique, 《Undying Body》, is at Integration. Its attributes are +60 Stamina, +60 Strength, +100 Defense, a 30% reduction in damage taken, and when struck by a fatal attack, a fifty percent chance of successfully dodging it, and a thirty percent chance of negating it.”

The moment that string of attributes came out, Lin Jiahe and Wang Yuehui nearly lost their composure.

Just the defensive bonus from the body-protection technique alone was +100 Defense! Plus a 30% damage reduction!

How were they supposed to fight that?

Even if they stacked together all the attack power from the strongest cultivation methods they had, it would probably only amount to a little over one hundred.