Chapter 30: Entering Tang Ya…'s Heart
"Ye Chen, you said you come from a family of doctors. Does that mean your medical skills are really powerful?"
"I've heard that some old medical clans with deep traditions are even more skilled than healing-type Spirit Saints~"
Tang Ya's admiration for Ye Chen deepened when she heard about his background.
"Hehe, nothing too impressive—just a little acupuncture and moxibustion. If there's a chance someday, I can help you activate your meridians, keep your body in good health~" Ye Chen said modestly.
"Alright, but go easy if that day comes~ I'm still scared of pain!" Tang Ya flashed a sweet smile, half joking, half serious.
"Don't worry, it won't hurt at all~" Ye Chen smiled back, then asked casually, "By the way, Sister Xiao Ya, what does your family do? Weren't they part of the Tang Sect?"
The moment he said that, Tang Ya's smile froze. Her eyes turned slightly red as if remembering something painful.
"Ah, I'm sorry, Sister Xiao Ya. I didn't know... I didn't mean to bring up something that hurts."
Ye Chen quickly apologized.
He had only intended to deepen their relationship through small talk, not to make her cry.
That wasn't exactly the direction he was aiming for.
"It's fine. Actually, you should probably know this sooner or later..."
"The Tang Sect... was wiped out. It was destroyed by a second-rate sect called the Iron Blood Sect..."
Tang Ya wiped away her tears and told Ye Chen the story of the enmity between the Tang Sect and the Iron Blood Sect.
Rebuilding the sect's glory was secondary—what she truly wanted was revenge.
But to avenge her fallen kin, she first needed to make the Tang Sect strong again.
That was why she had been so eager to recruit Ye Chen.
Though Bei Bei had promised to help her avenge her sect, it would take years for him to reach that level.
Sometimes, she doubted he even meant what he said.
So what the Tang Sect urgently needed was someone strong, exceptionally gifted—a perfect fit like Ye Chen.
And with his looks far superior to Bei Bei's, he could become the new face of the Tang Sect, perhaps attracting many talented female disciples as well...
"Sister Xiao Ya, my condolences..."
Ye Chen instinctively put an arm around her shoulders to comfort her.
He wasn't pretending; as someone who already knew the truth of the world, he couldn't reveal anything prematurely.
These secrets had to come from her own lips—otherwise, she might become suspicious.
Besides, having her share her pain and then consoling her… was the perfect way to draw closer.
After all, that was exactly how Bei Bei had approached her.
Except Bei Bei lacked Mu En's cunning and ruthlessness.
Bei Bei genuinely liked Tang Ya, but he never dared use his family's influence for her revenge. He kept stalling, and that hesitation slowly bred resentment in Tang Ya's heart.
Still, Ye Chen knew he had to be careful. Tang Ya and Bei Bei were technically lovers. If Tang Ya made the move, it was fine—but if Mu En discovered Ye Chen was meddling or had plans to seize control of the Tang Sect, that old man might crush him without a second thought.
Just imagining it made Ye Chen uneasy.
The only good news was that Mu En didn't have many years left. Once the old man was gone, Ye Chen could take his time and move in on Tang Ya then.
For now, emotions were off the table—it was just friendship, deep friendship.
When Mu En passed away, that friendship could always evolve...
But while Ye Chen was thinking of restraint, Tang Ya unexpectedly leaned into his chest.
"It's alright. It's all in the past. I'm just glad you're here to help rebuild the Tang Sect~" Tang Ya forced a smile, though her eyes remained red.
"Rebuilding will take time. I think what's more urgent is avenging your family first," Ye Chen said seriously.
"Ah?"
Tang Ya blinked, stunned by his words.
"Sister Xiao Ya, I'm a petty man by nature. Those Iron Blood bastards dared bully my Sister Xiao Ya—they must want to die. I'll personally see to it that justice is served!"
"I'm the Tang Sect's Vice Master now! An extermination like that—our sect's blood feud—it's irreconcilable!"
Ye Chen's tone burned with fierce emotion, as though it were his parents who had been killed.
Seeing his sincere, fiery reaction, Tang Ya's heart swelled with warmth and gratitude.
Especially when she thought about Bei Bei—who always brushed her pain aside.
Every time she mentioned the tragedy, Bei Bei would give her vague answers about "restoring the sect first" or "waiting until he grew stronger."
Then he'd try to distract her instead, taking her out to relax—wanting her to forget.
But how could she possibly forget a blood feud?
Born into a powerful clan, Bei Bei had never suffered, never lost someone dear. He simply didn't understand.
Ye Chen, though... he understood. He saw right into her pain, offered comfort exactly where she needed it most.
"Ye Chen, we should think carefully about this first. The Iron Blood Sect is powerful, and you're no match for them now..."
"Besides, their base is in Heaven Dou City. We're Shrek students—we can't act openly..." Tang Ya said softly.
That was the same excuse Bei Bei always used.
It was true that destroying a sect inside Heaven Dou City would attract the city guards, who had long been bribed by the Iron Blood Sect.
Revenge wouldn't be easy—they'd definitely interfere.
She was deeply touched, but she didn't want Ye Chen risking his life.
"If there's a grudge, then we settle it. Hire assassins, take out their top members—simple. As for our identity, we just deny everything. Dead men can't talk, and no one will risk offending Shrek over it."
Ye Chen let out a cold humph.
"Uh... that doesn't seem very proper..."
Tang Ya nervously tugged at her sleeve. It sounded so violent... yet in her heart, seeing Ye Chen's stern, resolute expression sent her heart racing.
So bold, so decisive, so dependable...
If only Bei Bei had a fraction of Ye Chen's courage and strength, she wouldn't have suffered this long.
But no—Bei Bei only cared about Shrek's image, forever cautious, always avoiding risk.
He really didn't understand her at all.
"Sister Xiao Ya, leave the revenge to me. Before the freshman exams, I'll wipe the Iron Blood Sect from the map—and you'll personally take your vengeance!" Ye Chen said with conviction, then gently raised his hand to brush away the tears from her cheeks.
"Thank you... Ye Chen..."
Tang Ya's eyes shimmered, filled with gratitude.
"You're welcome. After all, you're my Tang Sect Master~" Ye Chen smiled, meeting her glowing gaze.
Their faces drew closer and closer...
(END CHAPTER)
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