There was no way the Shi family would let the Chen family off at a time like this.
Just like how the Chen family insisted on squeezing out the Shi family.
The fight in business was also very tragic.
Of course, there was another possibility. If someone pleaded on behalf of the Chen family, they might still have a chance of survival.
After much thought, the only person who could plead for mercy was Lin Jin. The Shi family would do this for them.
However, the relationship between the Chen family and Lin Jin was already at an impasse, so why would he speak up for them?
Chen Wenlin was still contemplating. To him, even if there was only a slim chance of survival, he had to grasp it. Moreover, Chen Wenlin was a cunning man. Previously, he had been overwhelmed by anxiety, but now that he had calmed down, he knew that even if Lin Jin didn't say anything, as long as Chen Wenlin humbly begged Lin Jin and didn't chase him out, Chen Wenlin could make a big deal out of it. Perhaps, the Shi family wouldn't dare to kill them.
Although this was a little wishful thinking, Chen Wenlin knew that this was the only path he could take.
Of course, it would be best if he could gain Lin Jin's forgiveness. At times like this, Chen Wenlin had to try anything. Even if he had to force his daughter to become Lin Jin's concubine, Chen Wenlin wouldn't bat an eyelid.
No matter how he looked at it, Lin Jin was their only hope.
Chen Wenlin was tired as well. He waved his hand, gesturing for his men to leave. He wanted to get some rest and wait for Lin Jin at his house tomorrow.
Even if he had to wait for three days and three nights, he had to wait for Lin Jin to beg for his forgiveness.
However, the next day, the Chen family's butler came in with an odd expression. When he delivered the meal, he seemed hesitant to speak, clearly conflicted.
Chen Wenlin could tell so he asked the butler what was going on.
The butler stammered. After Chen Wenlin scolded him a few times, the butler finally whispered the rumor outside.
It was about Chen Yuanyuan and Chen Cheng's adultery.
By now, the news had already spread.
Even if the butler didn't say anything, Chen Wenlin would eventually hear about it.
In this world, while it was common for cousins to marry each other, it wasn't allowed for cousins who shared the same surname to do so. It was against common etiquette. Although some families did have this practice, it was rare and they would never announce it to the public. It was embarrassing.
When Chen Wenlin heard this news, his first reaction was to think that it was nonsense. It was just a rumor. Someone was maliciously slandering them and wanted to see their Chen family make a fool of themselves.
However, just to be safe, Chen Wenlin still called Chen Yuanyuan over to ask.
Who knew that Chen Yuanyuan's mental fortitude was so poor that after a few questions, she was so scared that she admitted it. When Chen Wenlin heard this, he felt the world spin around him. His vision went dark and he fainted completely.
After two days of continuous blows, Chen Wenlin really couldn't take it anymore. He was a perfectly fine person, but now he fell seriously ill and couldn't get out of bed.
At such a critical time, the head of the Chen Clan fell ill. For the Chen Clan, it was one disaster after another. In just two days, the Chen Clan's defeat was inevitable. Anyone with a bit of knowledge knew that the Chen Clan was finished.
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Western Region, Scorched Tail Mountain.
This place did not belong to any kingdom. It was one of the most dangerous places in the world. Anyone who came here was not an ordinary citizen. They were either fugitives who were involved in murder cases or notorious villains.
There was an ancient city in Jiaowei Mountain.
The ruins were said to be at least five hundred years old. Most of the buildings in the city had collapsed but some remained. Hence, this place became one of the gathering spots for villainous experts.
If one didn't know the history of this place, they would think that it was some sort of bustling city with pet beasts everywhere. However, those who knew the truth would never dare to come here unless there was a reason.
"People in this world are divided into good and evil. But what is good and what is evil?" In the city, a man who looked like a scholar was lecturing. The people around him were all villains but they were all quietly listening to him.
The man who looked like a scholar was fair and well-groomed. He held a folding fan in his hand and a large white cat was lying on the wooden table beside him.
It was probably this scholar's pet beast.
The scholar continued, "Some people say that good and evil can be determined from one's face. But in your opinion, am I a good person or an evil person?"
Just as he finished speaking, a burly man from below said, "Who doesn't know your nickname, Evil Scholar? Who doesn't know? Of course you're an evil person, isn't that right, everyone? "
Someone else agreed.
Evil Scholar laughed. "Wrong!"
"What's wrong?" The burly man was indignant. "Last year, you went to Sky Gate City and killed seventy-eight members of the Wang family. If that's not evil, then there are no evil people in this world. I can also be called a good person."
Having said that, the crowd burst into laughter.
"That's right. I killed the Wang family of Sky Gate City but it was also because they were unjust. Not only were they local tyrants, but they also bullied others. That's why in the eyes of those they bullied, I'm not an evil person. Instead, I'm a good person," Evil Scholar said with a straight face.
"Pfft!" The burly man cursed, "An evil person is an evil person. I kill people based on my own whims. You scholars are the only ones who have so much to do. Why do you care so much about good and evil?"
Evil Scholar continued to shake his head. "Zhang Guangxiong, you call yourself an evil person, but in reality, you're not. Just like a few days ago, you killed a group of merchants. Your methods were cruel, but it was also because they were trafficking children. They deserved to be killed. In the words of the Dao Lord, this is called chivalry, not evil."
"You talk too much," the burly man scolded. However, he didn't look angry at all. Instead, he looked pleased with himself.
After all, Evil Scholar was actually praising him. He wasn't dumb so he could understand.
"It's a pity that the Dao Lord was a character from five hundred years ago. I admire him immensely but it's a pity that we're not from the same era. Otherwise, it would be great to see the Dao Lord with my own eyes and follow him around." Evil Scholar sighed.
Just then, a crow flew over. Evil Scholar frowned at the sight of it.
His pet beast, the white cat, caught sight of the crow and chased after it.
From afar, someone walked over.
When the villains saw who it was, they quietened down.
Villains were divided into different levels and this newcomer was clearly a well-known figure in the villainous community.
"Scholar, get me something to eat." Hei Ya walked over and kicked away the man sitting on the stone bench beside him, then sat down on the other side casually.
The man who was kicked away obediently found another spot to sit down, not daring to let out a fart.
"Black Crow, I heard from Old Poison that you've struck it rich recently?" Evil Scholar was obviously familiar with Black Crow as he had someone bring a few roasted chickens that were dripping with oil from the stove and brought them over.
Without another word, Black Crow started eating.
He usually only spoke after he was full.
This was Black Crow's personality, a stark contrast to the chatterbox Evil Scholar. Yet, these two were actually friends, and they were even sworn brothers.
Once he was full, Black Crow said, "If anyone else had asked, I wouldn't have bothered to answer. But since you're the one asking, I can tell you that I've indeed struck it rich. Perhaps in a few days, my black falcon will advance to Rank 5."
Everyone at the scene gasped.
Why was Black Crow so strong?
It was because he had a Rank 4 black falcon that could wipe out a small country. Hence, when he heard that the black falcon might advance to Rank 5, it would be strange if he didn't find it difficult.
If that was the case, the black falcon's ranking among villainous experts would probably rise by a lot, becoming a top existence.
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