allendalepharm Chapter 16 Encountering a Follower on the Way – A Thought
Chapter 16 Encountering a Follower on the Way – A Thought
Chapter 16 Encountering a Follower on the Way – A Thought Awaits
1. Knowing that being followed on the road could be dangerous.
Chen Shanhe drove to Hailuotan to routinely inspect the aquaculture equipment.
The country lanes were quiet in the early morning, with a thin mist still lingering.
As the vehicle traveled along the path beside the Divine Turtle Temple, the wind in the woods grew stronger.
The leaves rustled, obscuring most of the view.
He suddenly caught a glimpse of an unlicensed truck following him from a distance in his rearview mirror.
The truck's speed fluctuated wildly, and its trajectory was erratic, unlike normal driving.
She maintained a distance from him that was neither too close nor too far, her intentions were obvious.
Chen Shanhe's eyes sharpened, and he lightly pressed the accelerator, causing the car's speed to increase suddenly.
He jerked the steering wheel and sped along the bends of the small road.
Taking advantage of the complex road conditions next to the Turtle Temple, they constantly changed direction to avoid it.
In no time at all, they had left the suspicious truck behind.
Upon arriving at the mudflats, he parked the vehicle, his brow furrowing slightly.
He got out of the car and stood there looking towards the end of the path.
The intentions of the person following them are self-evident.
Wu Yanchou, as expected, refused to give up and had already begun to take action.
Last time it was about destroying mudflats, this time it's about taking his life.
He looked up at the Temple of the Divine Turtle, his expression calm and composed, showing no sign of panic.
His mastery of both medicine and martial arts gave him the confidence to face such ruthless methods without fear.
Since the other party has chosen to take a risk, he naturally has a way to deal with it.
Just as he was walking slowly toward the water source, his cell phone suddenly rang.
An unfamiliar number was flashing on the screen, its location showing the provincial capital.
Chen Shanhe stopped in his tracks, a hint of surprise flashing in his eyes.
I don't have any close friends in the provincial capital, so who could be calling me right now?
II. A call from the provincial capital offering assistance
Chen Shanhe answered the phone, and a calm female voice came from the receiver.
"Are you Dr. Chen Shanhe? I am Murong Fangxiang from the provincial capital."
Chen Shanhe paused, then responded calmly.
"Miss Murong, I've heard so much about you."
Murong Fangxiang's voice was straightforward, tinged with concern.
"I am fully aware of what happened to you in Qinglong Town."
"The mudflats have been destroyed, the ancient waters of Shengui Temple have been damaged, and people are making things difficult for us everywhere."
"I have connections at both the provincial and municipal levels."
"We can dispatch a professional engineering team at any time to help you reinforce the mudflats and restore the waterways."
"We can also arrange a legal team to pursue the Wu family's legal responsibility."
"It can also help you connect with county and city aquatic product departments and open up official aquaculture channels."
"These resources will be a real boost to your aquaculture business."
Chen Shanhe stood by the mudflats, the wind ruffling his clothes, his expression serene.
"Thank you for your concern, Young Master Murong. I can handle these trivial matters in the countryside on my own."
"There is no need to trouble the provincial capital's manpower and resources."
"I can handle the Wu family's methods."
Murong Fangxiang did not press the matter, and her tone remained polite.
"In that case, I will not interfere. If you need anything, please call me anytime."
"The Murong family's connections in the province and city are always open to you."
Chen Shanhe thanked him softly and hung up the phone.
He gazed at the clear waters of Hailuotan Beach before him, his eyes slightly deep.
Murong Fangxiang's initiative to show goodwill was not accidental.
This favor from the provincial capital carries considerable weight.
He knew in his heart that he had already remembered this favor from the people in the provincial capital.
In the future, this will be a crucial asset if something big happens.
Third, the quiet girl was filled with sorrow and unease.
Su Wanjing, who was standing nearby, had already walked over quickly and heard the entire conversation.
She stood behind Chen Shanhe, her footsteps extremely light.
His hands, hanging by his sides, clenched slightly, his fingertips turning white.
A pang of sadness welled up in my eyes, and my heart felt heavy.
The young master of the Murong family in the provincial capital actually took the initiative to call, showing his concern for Chen Shanhe in every way.
With power, influence, connections, and resources, one can resolve any trouble with a single word.
Such a person is far beyond what she, a country girl, could compare to.
Su Wanjing looked up at the mudflats and the Turtle Temple in front of her.
A shallow pool of water and an old temple constitute her entire world.
Yet, compared to the prosperity of the provincial capital, it appears so small and dim.
A sense of crisis suddenly arose in her heart, and her voice was as soft as a whisper in the wind.
"Does this Miss Murong contact you frequently?"
Chen Shanhe turned his head to look at her, his expression calm.
"We've only met once, and this is the first time they've called."
"Really? We only met once, and it's just a simple phone call on our first meeting?"
Su Wanjing nodded in confusion, but she still couldn't hide her unease.
She gazed at Chen Shanhe's profile; sunlight fell on his shoulder, dazzling yet unfamiliar.
His abilities shouldn't have confined him to this small town.
She spoke softly, with a hint of trepidation and unease.
"The provincial capital is far more spacious and prosperous than the countryside, and the women there are even more beautiful."
"You already possess extraordinary abilities; perhaps one day you'll be drawn to the prosperity of that place."
"Then leave this mudflat, leave Qinglong Town, and never come back."
As soon as she finished speaking, a thin layer of mist welled up in her eyes, and the sour taste of vinegar intensified.
His gaze fell on the mudflats and water, and he dared not look at Chen Shanhe any longer.
I was terrified of hearing a heartbreaking answer from him.
IV. An urgent telegram inviting me to the city center.
Before Chen Shanhe could respond, Su Wanjing's phone rang urgently.
The ringing of the bell was particularly jarring on the empty mudflats, breaking the silence between the two.
She answered the phone, responded softly, and then her expression turned serious after a moment.
She covered the microphone, looked at Chen Shanhe, and explained in a low voice.
"It's Mayor Wang Feihu. He says he has something urgent to discuss with you."
The caller was none other than the town mayor, Wang Feihu, and his tone was urgent.
"Wanjing, is Dr. Chen with you? He has something important to ask of you."
Chen Shanhe took the phone and spoke in a deep voice.
"Mayor Wang, this is Chen Shanhe."
Wang Feihu's voice was anxious and earnest, and he spoke very quickly.
"The grandfather of the city health bureau chief is seriously ill and has been unable to recover despite long-term treatment."
"We've been to all the major hospitals in the city, but there's still no improvement."
"He heard that my mother's chronic bronchitis, which she had suffered from for many years, was cured by you with just a few acupuncture needles."
"I have great respect for your medical skills and have gone to great lengths to find me."
"Please do everything you can to save the old man, even if it's just to the best of your ability."
Upon hearing this, Chen Shanhe understood.
Healing the Queen Mother had already made him somewhat famous in the countryside.
Now, getting in touch with the city's health bureau chief is another important opportunity.
This is not only recognition of medical skills, but also a crucial step into the urban circle.
He pondered for a moment, then, having made his decision, slowly spoke.
"Please ask Mayor Wang to convey to the bureau chief that I agree to make a house call."
"We will do everything in our power to save the old man."
Wang Feihu on the other end of the phone thanked him repeatedly, his face beaming with joy.
They kept expressing their gratitude and agreed on a time to meet the next day.
Chen Shanhe hung up the phone and looked at Su Wanjing beside him.
The unease in her eyes hadn't faded, but she was also happy for him.
A new opportunity concerning the countryside and the city has quietly begun.
His footsteps are about to extend from the rural town to the wider urban area.
Meanwhile, the Wu family, lurking in the shadows, still harbored murderous intent and were still plotting the car accident.
Even greater turmoil and danger are quietly waiting behind us.