Chapter 230: Fengting Villa

About one hour later, Tang Chen returned to the cellar and brought Liu Yanran and her mother out. As for Liu Tianze, even though Tang Chen really wanted to kill him, Liu Yanran’s mother seemed to have deep feelings for him, so Tang Chen did not do anything.

Another thing puzzled him. Normally, police should have arrived long ago for such a big incident, but no police showed up at all. Tang Chen thought about it and guessed that Du Hongde probably handled it for him.

Tang Chen discussed with Liu Yanran and decided that she should take her mother home first, while he would go to the Du family to discuss with Elder Du and Du Hongde how to resolve this matter properly.

Even though hitting people felt good, cleaning up the mess was troublesome. Moreover, the Du family fully supported him this time, and he couldn’t let Elder Du take the blame because of his own actions.

“Tang Chen, I’ll go back with my mom now. Be careful yourself,” Liu Yanran said. She helped her mother into the taxi. Her mother was not seriously hurt, so she felt a bit relieved and stayed outside to talk to Tang Chen.

Tang Chen nodded and said, “Okay, Police Sister. If you have any trouble after going back, remember to call me.”

Liu Yanran said seriously to Tang Chen, “Tang Chen, I don’t know what to say about what happened this time. Even though you saved my mom, it also caused you a lot of trouble. If they cause trouble for you, don’t face it alone. I’ll face it with you.”

Tang Chen laughed and said casually, “Don’t worry, Police Sister. In this world, people who cause trouble for me usually end up dead. I can handle it. But you, I helped you so much. How about giving me a hug as thanks?”

Tang Chen said this as a joke to ease Liu Yanran’s tension, but to his surprise, Liu Yanran actually hugged him.

This was his first hug with Liu Yanran, and it was the first time this stubborn young woman actively hugged a man. Her heart was beating fast. Tang Chen didn’t smell bad like other men; instead, he had a pleasant natural scent that made her feel lost in it.

What was wrong with her? Why didn’t she want to let go of Tang Chen’s hug? Did she like him?

“Beep beep. Hey, miss, have you hugged enough? Even if you don’t want to part with your boyfriend, there should be limits. We need to go,” the taxi driver said impatiently, rolling his eyes. He wondered what was with young people in love these days, being so affectionate in public. Was this going to lead to public displays of affection everywhere in a few years?

“Oh, coming,” Liu Yanran unusually did not argue with the driver. She pushed Tang Chen away and got into the taxi. The car started, and Liu Yanran and her mother left for the airport.

Tang Chen stood there dumbfounded. What just happened to him? Why did his heart stop for a few seconds? Was this a crush?

“Tang Chen, oh Tang Chen, you’re really something. You already have a wife, how can you have a crush on another woman? This is beastly thinking,” Tang Chen felt a bit guilty and mocked himself, cursing softly.

Tang Chen did not waste more time there. Liu Yanran was gone, and now he needed to handle his own matters. He took out his mobile phone and called Du Hongde, who answered quickly.

“Hey, little Tang, is everything resolved?” Du Hongde said quickly from the other end. He had been waiting for Tang Chen’s call.

Tang Chen said yes and felt much better toward Du Hongde after this incident. He said with a smile, “Uncle Du, where are you now? Are Sun Guofan and his son still alive?”

Du Hongde lowered his voice and said, “Little Tang, you were a bit too harsh. Sun Guofan and his son are still in surgery. Mrs. Sun is furious and arguing with the hospital director. This incident will cause them a lot of trouble.”

Du Hongde sounded a bit gleeful, which he was. Back in the army, he never liked the way Sun Guofan and his son acted. Sun Guofan was somewhat okay, but especially Sun Jiangnan, who was slick and unreliable. Now, after being dealt with by Tang Chen, this future first eunuch of China should understand that there is always someone better.

Tang Chen laughed heartily. He meant to target those two idiots. He said to Du Hongde, “Uncle Du, didn’t you say earlier that you wanted me to go home with you to see Grandpa Du? So, are you coming now, or will you give me your address so I can go myself?”

Du Hongde replied without hesitation, “I’ll come. First, I really don’t want to stay at the hospital. Second, our home’s security is very tight. If I don’t bring you in, you might be stopped as an intruder.”

Tang Chen had no objections and said casually, “Alright, I’ll wait for you in front of Liu Tianze’s house. Come quickly.” After saying that, he hung up.

“System, you’re so quiet today. Young Master did such a big thing, why didn’t it trigger a mission?” Tang Chen said to the System, just to make conversation. Without the System arguing with him, he felt life was boring.

System: “Respected Host, this System does not wish to speak with you recently. Please do not bring trouble upon yourself. Focus on completing the High-level Mission assigned to you last time.”

Tang Chen twitched his mouth. Why did the System sound like a resentful woman? He said angrily, “System, have you forgotten to take your medicine again? Young Master is such a good person, why don’t you want to talk to me? Give me a reason, or Young Master will destroy you.”

System said calmly, “Respected Host, disliking someone does not require a reason. Moreover, you are too ugly. This System does not wish to speak with ugly people.”

“Damn you!” Tang Chen was so angry he felt like vomiting. Young Master is a handsome man, known as a peerless beauty, so handsome it could shock the Party Central. How dare you say Young Master is ugly? You’re jealous, right? You’re definitely jealous!

After venting at the System, Du Hongde soon arrived by car and took him to his home.

The Du family was a well-known big family in Jingdu. The reputation of having two generals in the family made the Du family famous. The villa in Fengting Villa was a place many politicians desperately wanted to enter.

Fengting Villa covered a large area. It was more like an independent residence than just a villa. Inside, there were artificial hills and small rivers, so luxurious it could be compared to an ancient palace.

However, all this did not mean the Du family was rich. On the contrary, Elder Du had been honest and upright most of his life. This residence was built for him by the highest leader. The leader said that old heroes who protected China during the war should not be treated poorly. Because of the old leader’s words, Elder Du’s status rose another level!

The car passed by a lotus pond and several pavilions before reaching the back garden. Tang Chen looked around and was amazed. It truly lived up to General Du’s residence. Its grandeur made him feel as if he had traveled back to the palace of Ruoxi and the Fourth Prince…

“Dad, little Tang is here!” Du Hongde called out loudly. Tang Chen looked and saw an old man sitting in a wheelchair in the garden, trimming flower branches. He looked very kind.

“Grandpa Du!” Tang Chen called out happily. He walked over and hugged Elder Du’s legs. He asked with concern, “Grandpa Du, after I treated you last time, didn’t I tell you to rest in the hospital for a while longer? Why did you come home so soon?”

Elder Du was very happy to see Tang Chen. He patted Tang Chen’s hand kindly and said, “Child, my body is much better now. I’m not used to the smell of medicine in the hospital, so I asked Hongde to bring me home to recover.”

Tang Chen said oh and smiled, “Anyway, you still need to take good care of your health. You’ve just gotten a bit better and need to rest quietly.”

Elder Du laughed, then his expression turned serious. He said, “I’ve lived most of my life and am already halfway buried. I see things clearly now. But you, little Tang, this time you caused quite a stir. If Hongde hadn’t told me, I wouldn’t have known it was you who took Liu Tianze hostage. Did he do something wrong to you?”

Elder Du did not blame Tang Chen for causing such trouble. The old man knew Tang Chen’s character well—if others didn’t provoke him, he wouldn’t cause trouble. It must be that Liu Tianze did something excessive to anger him.