Chapter 555
Early the next morning, Shen Mochen boarded the Shen Family's private plane under the watchful eyes of Shen Xinyue and four maids, without alarming anyone.
The four maids wanted to go to Yu Huai City with Shen Mochen, but he had refused them. Please, what would Xia Qingrou and Han Muxue say? Besides, Kajiena was already jealous enough, no need to dance around her nerves.
Moreover, it's better not to get involved with the Shen Family women for now.
On the plane, Shen Mochen silently contemplated the relationship between Buque and the families. They're all hiding things from him, all trying to win him over.
Initially, Shen Mochen thought Buque represented Yupi, but after seeing so many Yupi bigwigs in the official circles, he had completely overturned his previous belief.
Who can truly represent Yupi? It's unpredictable. And is Buque really so selfless? To what extent has the Immortal Palace infiltrated?
"Ugh, headache..." Shen Mochen muttered in frustration.
"Are you feeling unwell? I know some massage techniques, how about I give you a head massage?" The flight attendant licked her lips.
"No need, thank you, I'm fine. I'll have a juice, please," Shen Mochen said.
The immediate concern is a trip to Roman... but most importantly, his Superpower hasn't been fully unleashed.
Only by thoroughly mastering all his powers can he decide on the next step. Since childhood, experiences have taught Shen Mochen never to fully rely on others. Personal strength is the most dependable.
But his Superpower...
"Completely stuck in a bottleneck..." Shen Mochen sighed.
It's been ages since he awakened a new ability. If not for the time constraint, he'd love to try again with Xia Xuexu or Xia Yusi... but doing so would surely enrage Xia Qingrou.
What about Shen Xinyue? She's also exceptionally beautiful, but after all, she's the Shen Family elder sister, that's not appropriate. Although he'd heard some say that historically there were examples of marriages within families.
Was that just casual talk? Alas! Rarely having three candidates yet unattainable? Damn it, Fei Yumo, you're really useless!
If you were capable, I wouldn't be in such a predicament!
The plane landed, and Buque's special car had been waiting for some time.
"Mochen, aren't you staying in the Capital for a few more days?" General Yan Chenchen personally drove Shen Mochen, teasingly asking.
"No need, I have my work," Shen Mochen said.
"How does it feel to become the Family's Young Master?"
"It's alright, I even met several people I had once taken hostage at Guanghai Manor. They held no grudge and even praised me, saying 'Mochen, you're truly amazing!' Amazingly formidable!"
Yan Chenchen laughed heartily.
"The Shen Family values you greatly; surely, they spoke a lot of bad things about me?"
Shen Mochen was silent for a while, then smiled: "No, but they did talk about the Immortal Palace."
"Damn it! Those old bastards actually told you about this!" Yan Chenchen couldn't help but curse; it seemed she was truly angry.
However, the car drove smoothly, indicating she had anticipated this.
"Shen Major, I hope you don't misunderstand. The Immortal Palace is one of Buque's top secrets, and generally, Superpower Users don't know about it. That's why I hadn't revealed this to you earlier. Also... well, let's not beat around the bush, we were worried you might become interested in the Immortal Palace!"
"I understand," Shen Mochen smiled.
"Good that you understand. Since you already know, I might as well be frank. The Immortal Palace is comprised of extreme terrorists; their ideology entirely reverses history, intending to classify people into hierarchies destined to provoke strong resistance from the lower orders! They are bound to fail; they won't wield power eternally!"
"But what if you include me, General Yan..." Shen Mochen hesitated for a long time before speaking, "Don't you think immortal power is really marvelous?"
Yan Chenchen turned to look at Shen Mochen, though they shared mutual understanding, this was the first time the young man openly stated it.
"You're right, immortal power is indeed wonderful. But everyone has their aspirations; my foes are only monsters," Yan Chenchen gripped the steering wheel firmly, "I just want to protect the lights of thousands of homes and the children's laughter."
Where did I hear similar words, oh, I said something like that yesterday too.
But even I don't quite believe my own words.
Shen Mochen licked his lips: "Then, how many people do you think are as noble as you?"
Recently, he'd heard some stories about Yan Chenchen, learning she was once a daredevil in Buque, fighting monsters on the frontline for nearly six years, until she could no longer sustain Extraordinary State and graduated to the rear. This somewhat resembles Cai Yuncui.
"I don't know, hence I wish to protect you well, and I don't want to test human nature. Anyway, you can trust me, at least I'll never have any interest in establishing an earthly heaven for Superpower Users!"
Shen Mochen lightly replied "Hmm." Trusting Yan Chenchen completely is challenging, but at least in Shen Mochen's heart, Buque now seems more reliable than the Shen Family.
Of course, this is merely Shen Mochen's subjective favoritism, without any evidence to prove it. Although he is the legitimate son of the Shen Family.
The Immortal Palace desires to become the "Divine Race," yet there is already a Divine Race in this world. It's just one wants to be the visible Divine Race, while the other still wears a cloak of modesty.
Yan Chenchen dropped Shen Mochen at the entrance of the garrison, and Shen Mochen did not disembark immediately but glanced at Yan Chenchen.
"Your makeup looks great today..."
As Shen Mochen spoke, he placed his hand on Yan Chenchen's shoulder, and the fragmented eyes seemed to contain countless stars.
Yan Chenchen was momentarily taken aback, while Shen Mochen leaned in and kissed her lips. Coming back to her senses, her abilities were restored to peak state, even surpassing a threshold as they did last time.
Shen Mochen got off the car and headed to validate his identity with the sentry.
"Damn it, why wasn't it me!" Ran Linlin appeared inside the car, angrily flailing about.
"He merely helped me retrieve some strength, temporarily restoring my abilities," Yan Chenchen said sternly.
"Damn it, who knew an old maid would have springtime! I'm not convinced!"
"Shut up..."
"Look at you blushing, don't tell me you were really moved by someone half your age..."
A flood of killing intent surged from Yan Chenchen, prompting Ran Linlin to wisely fall silent.
"Did this trip to the Capital yield any unexpected findings?" Yan Chenchen asked coldly.
"Not a damn thing. The Shen Family has Transcendent guardians, one of them saw me, leaving me no freedom to roam. To avoid conflict, I was confined to Shen Mochen's private quarters!"
"That's normal, you go ahead, just keep protecting him. He's going to Roman in a few days, you don't need to follow."
"Why?"
"If we dispatch a Transcendent to guard him day and night... Roman will definitely be suspicious. Don't worry, Roman won't dare neglect the legitimate son of the Shen Family."
"But, he... oh, you plan to play the empty city ruse!"
"Actually, his strength is sufficient to protect his own safety. If you don't go, Roman will consider Buque and the Shen Family; if you do go, he might not return."
"Alright, if you trust him that much, I'll follow your arrangements."
"It's not purely about trusting him; it's also about hoping he fully trusts us. You go now, take advantage of these days to recover more Superpower, I sense your strength is nearing its peak."
Having sent Ran Linlin away, Yan Chenchen cautiously adjusted the rearview mirror.
"I told you I look young... at most like siblings..." Yan Chenchen murmured to herself as she looked in the mirror.
"In our rural areas, if you married early, your son would be as big as him by now..." Ran Linlin's voice echoed once more.
Enraged with embarrassment, Yan Chenchen retaliated with a slap, effectively banishing her while simultaneously decimating a significant portion of the special steel car's frame.
"Damn it... this old maid means business..."
Ran Linlin was free-falling through the air, rubbing her sore butt as she reflected on the slap with fear.