Rebirth: The Time-locked Girl
Chapter 335 Three hundred years of secrets, capture operation [1 more update]

Chapter 335: 335 Three hundred years of secrets, capture operation [1 more update]

They had finally found the culprit behind Zhou Heyuan’s murder, an event which should have been a happy occasion for the Zhou Family. As Zhou Heyuan’s younger brother, why would Zhou Hechen display such an expression?

Madam Zhou’s gaze sharpened. "Hechen, aren’t you happy?"

Zhou Hechen suddenly jolted awake from his reverie. "Happy, of course I’m happy, Mom. Big brother has been lying there for nearly three years, and now we’ve finally found the murderer. It’s indeed a cause for celebration."

Madam Zhou didn’t answer but kept staring straight at Zhou Hechen, closely watching every tremor of muscle on his face.

"I stayed up late last night dealing with a project proposal." Zhou Hechen had regained his composure, continuing unruffled, "Plus, I forgot to close the window and the cool air got in, causing such a state. I’m sorry to have worried Dad and Mom."

He was also jumping at shadows, skittish as a scalded dog.

If Patriarch Zhou and Madam Zhou had really found out that he had tampered with Zhou Heyuan’s car accident, would they be as calm and composed as they were now?

"The temperature has been changing rapidly these days; you really must keep warm." Patriarch Zhou broke the silence. "As the year end approaches, business matters are picking up. Hechen, make sure to get some rest."

"I understand, Dad." Zhou Hechen was very obedient. He hesitated, then looked towards Madam Zhou. "Mom, have we found out who was behind Big Brother’s car accident?"

"It was Qin Yu from the Qin Family!" Madam Zhou almost ground her teeth, her eyes also red with fury. "Whether it’s murder or arson, I don’t care, but he dared to harm my son—I will never let him go!"

After all, the Qin Family originated from bandits, cruel and tyrannical, and also very cunning.

Even now, after all their industries had been whitewashed, the people of the Qin Family still couldn’t change their bandit-like nature.

This matter was no secret within the top five prestigious families, and Madam Zhou also clearly knew that Qin Yu had several lives on his hands.

She didn’t care because it wasn’t possible for her to interfere with the affairs of the Qin Family, and also because it had nothing to do with her.

But Qin Yu had targeted Zhou Heyuan, something Madam Zhou couldn’t tolerate.

Zhou Hechen was startled. "Qin Yu?"

"Someone sent your mother an anonymous letter listing many clues and pieces of evidence," said Patriarch Zhou. "We followed the instructions and found them to be true."

Zhou Hechen furrowed his brows. "An anonymous letter? What if..."

"There are no what-ifs!" Madam Zhou snapped, cutting off his words. "The most important thing now is to avenge Heyuan."

She paid no further attention to Zhou Hechen and hurriedly left the Zhou Family home with Patriarch Zhou.

Zhou Hechen’s arm stiffened, his eyelashes drooped to hide the gloom in his pupils.

He wouldn’t care whether Qin Yu lived or died; in fact, Qin Yu’s death would be good news for him.

How many lives does Qin Yu have to bargain with when he dared to steal from him?

This was a good opportunity for the Zhou Family to swallow up the Qin Family.

No matter what, Zhou Corporation was his.

Ye Wanlan was also his.

**

On the other side, South City.

When Ye Wanlan returned to the hotel, it was already 6:30 in the morning.

At this hour, some people were still sleeping, while others had not closed their eyes all night.

Taoist Xing Yue, after years of cultivation, was used to not sleeping, but she still couldn’t resist her gluttony, eating a lot every day to replenish energy.

"Good morning." Ye Wanlan placed the freshly made pastries on the table. "How does the practice speed here compare to Mount Penglai?"

"It’s alright, but definitely not as good as Mount Penglai," replied Taoist Xing Yue, stuffing her mouth with pastries, and speaking with muffled words, "Mount Penglai used to be the general headquarters of Penglai, chosen by the Six Great Sects. Every site selected by them is a geomantic treasure."

"I went out in the middle of the night and found some relics of the Taiyi Palace." Ye Wanlan sat down across from her. "Among them was the ’Life and Death Needle’ from the legends of Jianghu."

The so-called Life and Death Needle was named because with just this one golden needle, one could control life and death.

Hearing this, Taoist Xing Yue instantly climbed up. "Lanlan, let me see?"

Ye Wanlan handed the Life and Death Needle over without much thought.

"Not bad, indeed it is the Life and Death Needle." After inspection, Taoist Xing Yue nodded. "I can see that this needle has accumulated immense virtue, certainly left by those saved by the successive Palace Masters of Taiyi Palace."

Virtue made the power of the Life and Death Needle greater and also made it more spiritual.

"Mhm." Ye Wanlan sighed softly, then fell silent.

If Shui Yunqing had taken the Life and Death Needle with her, maybe the outcome would have been much better.

Now the trail had gone cold again. If even the Life and Death Needle wasn’t the antique that could trace back the history involving Shui Yunqing, what could it be?

Just then, footsteps sounded, and Yan Tingfeng and Rong Qi entered the tea hall one after another.

"What are you discussing?" Yan Tingfeng walked in with a jar of wine. "Newly brewed wine; care for a taste?"

"I’ll drink! I love drinking the most!" Taoist Xing Yue hopped up again. "Wow, ancient brewing, I thought this technique was lost, so fragrant, haha!"

Rong Qi: "..."

These cultivators really are madmen.

"We were talking about Palace Master Shui Yunqing of Taiyi Palace," said Ye Wanlan with a slight smile. "I was lucky last night, I found the Life and Death Needle mentioned in historical records in a secret passageway in the forest outside the city."

Yan Tingfeng’s gaze deepened bit by bit.

Shui Yunqing.

The most brilliant talent of Taiyi Palace, truly deserving of the title Divine Healer.

She was the epitome of goodness and compassion for the world, untainted by any impurities.

At the end, he had met Shui Yunqing face to face.

To this day, he still remembered her words.

At that point, Shui Yunqing was on her last breath.

—What happens next, I leave to you, Tower Master. I have relocated some of the direct lineage disciples. Shenzhou might survive without me, but it cannot be without the Taiyi Medical Practitioners.

—There’s no need for sorrow, Tower Master. As the Palace Master of Taiyi, one must be prepared to sacrifice oneself for the greater good.

There were too many people wounded then, the soldiers could die in battle, but not the common folk. They were the firmest line of defense for Shenzhou and had to be protected.

Using her own flesh and blood as a catalyst, Shui Yunqing saved the grievously injured civilians.

Yet her body was already irreversibly damaged from testing medicines too often. This just compounded her injuries.

And at that time, with the Four Directions Nobility dead and the Six Great Sects destroyed, Shui Yunqing could only entrust everything to him.

He responded with a simple "okay," but ultimately, he failed to keep the promise.

Utilizing Forbidden Techniques and Secrets, he drew upon the power of Heaven and Earth, erecting the Heavenly Moat, fending off the foreign armies.

And just like that, three hundred years passed.

The Shenzhou Land Continent burst forth with new vitality, fresh blood nurturing the land, letting it grow anew.

But many people could never return.

Many things remained lost to the outside.

"Young Master." Suddenly there was a voice calling him.

Yan Tingfeng abruptly pulled back his thoughts and looked up to see the stern-faced Taoist Xing Yue.

"Looking at you, I see too much pent-up qi in your heart. Here’s what I’ll do: I’ll write you a prescription that you can drink daily," she said. "You’ll only have to pay me 999 yuan, isn’t that a great deal?"

Yan Tingfeng raised an eyebrow, not hurrying at all. "With a designated doctor already, I’ll have to decline Taoist Xing Yue’s kind offer."

"What?! Who dares to compete with me for business?!" Taoist Xing Yue was furious.

Ye Wanlan poured herself a small cup of wine, calmly speaking, "I do, but I won’t charge."

"If it’s Lanlan’s offer, then there is no issue," said Taoist Xing Yue, sitting back down, her voice earnest. "But you mustn’t overthink; many ailments are all in the mind."

Ye Wanlan nodded slightly. "Taoist Xing Yue is right, I’ll drink an extra dose of medicinal tea today then."

Yan Tingfeng coughed softly, blinking lightly. "I’ll take Xiao Wan’s advice."

"We’re filming at sea today." Ye Wanlan patted Taoist Xing Yue’s head. "Eat more to ensure you have enough energy later."

"Aye aye sir—" Taoist Xing Yue had already polished off a whole box of pastries and a jar of wine.

After eating her fill, she didn’t forget to take a few photos, which she sent to the Penglai Observatory Master.

[Taoist Xing Yue]: Master, the outside world is really nice! Lanlan said she’ll take me directly to the set and let me watch live!

[Penglai Observatory Master]: Rebellious disciple! Must be eradicated!

**

Jiangcheng, Qin Corporation.

Qin Yu waited in the villa all night but didn’t see his secretary return with Lin Qin.

What made him even more impatient and furious was that at such a critical moment, he couldn’t get in touch with his secretary.

Plus, with an injury on his leg that made it impossible to stand and fight, his anger only grew more intense.

"Ring ring ring!"

The sharp ring of the mobile phone suddenly sounded. Qin Yu, suppressing his irritability, picked up the call. "Who’s this? If you’ve got something to say, say it quick!"

"Mr. Qin," came the cool and detached voice of Ye Wanlan, like snow.

"You?" Qin Yu was taken aback, then laughed maliciously. "What, remembered to call me to apologize at this time?"

"No, Mr. Qin, I have a gift for you," Ye Wanlan said with a faint smile. "I hope you’ll like it. The gift will be delivered shortly."

Qin Yu sensed something off about her words and frowned. "What gift?"

Right then, with a "bang," the villa’s door was broken open.

A team of police officers barged in and quickly surrounded Qin Yu.

"Mr. Qin Yu," the leading officer took out an arrest warrant, stating coldly, "You are suspected of involvement in a malicious car accident case three years ago. Please come with us."