Peerless Martial Expert in the City
Chapter 648 - 644: Liu Yuan’s Guilt

Chapter 648: Chapter 644: Liu Yuan’s Guilt

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Chapter 644 Liu Yuan’s Guilt

"Young Master Xiao, this... you really don’t blame me?"

It would be impossible to say that Liu Yuan wasn’t sad or reluctant to leave Chen Jianguo or to depart from Jianguo Group. After many years at Jianguo Group, he had witnessed the company’s step-by-step ascent to greater glory and had developed deep affection for Chen Jianguo through their day-to-day interactions.

If it wasn’t necessary, he would surely not want to leave.

However, in his heart, he still felt somewhat incredulous that Xiao Yi truly forgave him as he claimed.

"Of course, it’s true, Uncle Liu. When have you ever heard me speak falsely? Rest assured, if there ever comes a day when you do something like what Uncle Chen did, even if Uncle Chen himself forgives you, I will definitely not let you off."

Xiao Yi became serious and looked earnestly at Liu Yuan.

"Please be assured, Young Master Xiao. Though I, Liu Yuan, may be somewhat timid and weak, I am certainly not ungrateful. Everything I have now was given to me by Director Chen. In this lifetime, if I ever do anything to betray Director Chen, let thunder strike me down and never allow me to rise again," Liu Yuan declared, looking intently at the serious and earnest expression on Xiao Yi’s face, his heart starkly alerted. After so many experiences, he now had a vague understanding of Xiao Yi’s strength. Although he still didn’t know Xiao Yi’s specific background or his special status and origin, he was very clear that this young man, not yet twenty years old, could easily take care of him in minutes if he wished—and not just him; he could do the same to someone like Chen Jianguo!

With a slight shiver, he then gazed at Xiao Yi with a stern expression and determination in his eyes.

"I believe you, Uncle Liu!"

Xiao Yi smiled, lightly patting his shoulder.

While they were talking, Chen Xue’s figure had already dashed over like a gust of wind from ahead. Behind her, two bodyguards Liu Yuan had called to pick up Chen Xue followed, elites from Jianguo Group’s security team, exceedingly concerned about Chen Xue’s safety.

"Big Brother Xiao, Uncle Liu, where is my dad? Where is my father?"

Chen Xue’s eyes were brimming with tears, her face full of urgency and anxiety. Although Liu Yuan had already told her on the phone that her father was alright, without seeing him with her own eyes, she felt utterly unsettled.

Having lost her mother at a young age and grown up with her father, Chen Xue was very understanding and did not overly rely on her busy father. But deep down, her father was her sole support, her entire sky.

Upon seeing the news reports about her father’s accident, she felt as though the whole sky had collapsed on her.

"Xue, don’t worry. Uncle Chen is fine and is currently resting inside. He will recover very soon. Rest assured, with me here, I will make sure your father gets the best treatment as quickly as possible."

Xiao Yi looked at Chen Xue, her face filled with anxiety and worry, her eyes brimming with tears, and a hint of pity and gentleness flashed in his eyes. He gently stepped forward, patted her shoulder, and spoke to comfort her.

"Yes, Niece Xue, Young Master Xiao’s medical skills are extremely remarkable. All the doctors and experts in this hospital are learning from him. With him here, Director Chen certainly won’t have any trouble."

Liu Yuan as well quietly comforted her from the side. Facing Chen Xue, his heart, which had just settled down a bit under Xiao Yi’s comforting, once again surged with incredible guilt. If it weren’t for Xiao Yi saving Director Chen this time, Chen Xue would have no father left, no more family in this world, and he truly would not know how to face this young girl in the future.

"I want to see Daddy."

Hearing Xiao Yi’s comforting words, Chen Xue’s heart finally settled down a bit. After the last time he had saved her, for some reason, she found herself subconsciously trusting his words somewhat.

"Okay, I’ll take you in."

Xiao Yi nodded, and then he led Chen Xue into Chen Jianguo’s ward.

Seeing her father lying motionless on the bed, wrapped up like a mummy, with all sorts of medical devices crowding the bedside, and several tubes protruding from his body, Chen Xue couldn’t help but burst into uncontrollable tears again.

Xiao Yi and Liu Yuan spent quite a while consoling her before the young girl finally stopped crying, her eyes red and swollen.

Xiao Yi and Liu Yuan initially thought that after she had a look, they would have her go back and rest, as Director Chen wouldn’t be waking up anytime soon. Even Xiao Yi’s miraculous medical skills were not that of an immortal; it wasn’t like he could apply Immortal Law and instantly heal everything. Director Chen’s body was currently in a deep sleep, as it healed and repaired its wounds and tissues.

There was no need or point for her to stay here, but the young girl insisted on waiting by the bed for Chen Jianguo to wake up, and no matter what they said, they could not persuade her to leave.

Seeing that Chen Xue was determined, Xiao Yi no longer insisted, and simply reminded the doctors and nurses to help keep an eye on her and take good care of her.

After finally calming Chen Xue down, Li Xiumei also hurriedly arrived at the hospital. Just like Chen Xue, Li Xiumei’s face was a picture of panic and loss, but as an adult who had gone through some life experiences, and especially after she had joined Jianguo Group, her vision and composure had vastly improved, so she managed to maintain her calm and didn’t break down crying.

However, when she saw the pitiful condition of Wang Dawei on the hospital bed, she couldn’t help but have tears swell in her eyes, revealing an expression of immense discomfort. She and Wang Dawei had been married for nearly twenty years; the depth of their marital bond had long since beneath the skin. Seeing him in such a state, it was as though she could feel his pain herself.

"Auntie Li, I’m really sorry..."

Xiao Yi looked at Li Xiumei’s distressed face and showed a trace of apology. After all, it was he who had introduced Wang Dawei to Jianguo Group, he who had recommended Wang Dawei to Chen Jianguo, so in a way, he was partly to blame.

"Sister-in-law, it’s my fault. I failed to take good care of Brother Dawei..."

Liu Yuan felt even more bitter regret, his face burning with shame and filled with a guilty expression.

When he had resolutely chosen between Wang Dawei and Chen Jianguo, he came up with many reasons to justify his choice of Chen Jianguo, each one sufficient to bolster his inner world. But indeed, he had not thought too much of Wang Dawei’s situation, not considering how Wang Dawei’s family would react, not imagining the heartache and pain of losing a loved one. (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it on Qidian.com. Your support is my greatest motivation.)