Chapter 532

Cough, cough…

Lin Fan suddenly coughed violently, his face flushing crimson and veins bulging on his forehead.

“Are you alright?” Shen Mengxue quickly stepped forward, asking with concern.

Lin Fan waved his hand, signaling that he was fine.

He looked at Shen Mengxue, his gaze complex.

Shen Mengxue felt a little uncomfortable under his scrutiny, her pretty face flushing slightly.

“You…” Lin Fan opened his mouth, but couldn’t find the words.

Seeing his hesitation, Shen Mengxue felt a pang of disappointment.

“Get some good rest. I’ll be going now,” Shen Mengxue said, turning to leave.

“Wait!” Lin Fan called out, stopping her.

Shen Mengxue paused, looking at him with a puzzled expression.

Lin Fan took a deep breath, as if having made a decision.

“Shen Mengxue, thank you,” Lin Fan said sincerely.

Shen Mengxue was taken aback for a moment, then broke into a smile.

“It’s good that you’re alright,” Shen Mengxue said softly.

“And also, you look really beautiful today,” Lin Fan blurted out suddenly.

Shen Mengxue’s pretty face flushed, but a sweetness bloomed in her heart.

“What nonsense are you talking about!” Shen Mengxue chided, though there was no hint of real reproach in her tone.

“I’m telling the truth,” Lin Fan said, his gaze serious as he looked at her.

Shen Mengxue, feeling self-conscious under his intense gaze, quickly left.

Lin Fan watched Shen Mengxue’s retreating figure, a slight smile playing on his lips.

He knew he owed Shen Mengxue a great deal.

He would make it up to her through his actions.

***

For the next few days, Lin Fan recuperated quietly in his hospital ward.

Shen Mengxue visited him every day, bringing him meals and chatting with him.

Their relationship grew increasingly close.

Lin Fan also took this opportunity to restore his body to peak condition.

After this incident, he gained a deeper understanding of the importance of strength.

Without strength, he couldn’t protect those he cared about.

He decided that once he had fully recovered, he would dedicate himself to cultivation.

***

One day, as Lin Fan was reading in his ward, the door suddenly swung open.

A doctor in a white coat entered.

“Lin Fan, congratulations, you’re cleared for discharge,” the doctor said with a smile.

Lin Fan’s heart lifted at the news.

He had been eager to leave for a while, but Shen Mengxue insisted he remain until he was fully recovered.

Now that the doctor had given the green light, Shen Mengxue couldn’t argue, could she?

“Thank you, Doctor,” Lin Fan replied gratefully.

The doctor nodded, gave a few instructions, and then left.

Lin Fan immediately called Shen Mengxue to inform her he was being discharged.

Shen Mengxue was delighted by the call and said she would come pick him up right away.

Half an hour later, Shen Mengxue arrived at the hospital.

Seeing Lin Fan looking healthy and energetic, she felt a sense of relief.

“Let’s go, I’ll take you home,” Shen Mengxue said, gently helping Lin Fan out of the room.

Lin Fan smiled and nodded.

Outside the hospital, Lin Fan took a deep breath, feeling the air suddenly much fresher.

Back home, the first thing Lin Fan did was take a shower.

After spending so much time in the hospital, he felt like he was practically growing mold.

After his shower, Lin Fan felt much more refreshed.

He changed into clean clothes, then sat on the sofa, closing his eyes to rest.

“Lin Fan, are you hungry? I can make you something to eat,” Shen Mengxue asked, poking her head out from the kitchen.

Lin Fan opened his eyes. Seeing Shen Mengxue standing prettily at the kitchen doorway, wearing an apron, a wave of warmth spread through his heart.

“You’re cooking?” Lin Fan asked, a little surprised.

“Yes, why?” Shen Mengxue asked, puzzled.

“Nothing, I just didn’t realize you could cook,” Lin Fan replied with a smile.

Shen Mengxue rolled her eyes at his comment.

“I’m the perfect wife and mother type, so what’s so strange about me being able to cook?” Shen Mengxue declared proudly.

Lin Fan chuckled, feeling his heart grow even warmer.

Shen Mengxue was an excellent cook, and Lin Fan ate his fill.

After dinner, they sat on the sofa chatting.

Lin Fan recounted the events of the past few days to Shen Mengxue.

Shen Mengxue listened, her heart pounding with worry.

“Lin Fan, you absolutely cannot take such risks again,” Shen Mengxue admonished.

Lin Fan nodded, but his thoughts were on becoming even stronger to protect her.

As night deepened, it was time for Shen Mengxue to return home.

“Mengxue, stay tonight,” Lin Fan said suddenly.

Shen Mengxue’s pretty face flushed at his words, but a secret delight blossomed within her.

“I… I really should go home,” Shen Mengxue said, though she made no move to leave.

Lin Fan smiled, then stepped forward and embraced her.

“Don’t go back. Stay and keep me company,” Lin Fan whispered.

Held in his embrace, feeling his warmth, Shen Mengxue’s heart pounded.

“Okay,” Shen Mengxue murmured softly.

Lin Fan’s heart swelled with happiness. He scooped Shen Mengxue into his arms and carried her towards the bedroom.

Shen Mengxue’s face burned crimson, and she buried her head in Lin Fan’s chest, not daring to look at him.

Inside the bedroom, the lights were dim.

Lin Fan gently laid Shen Mengxue on the bed, then leaned down and kissed her.

Shen Mengxue’s body trembled, then she passionately returned his kiss.

The night was filled with passion.

***

The next morning, when Lin Fan awoke, Shen Mengxue was still sound asleep.

She was like a docile kitten, snuggled against Lin Fan’s chest, sleeping soundly and sweetly.

Lin Fan gazed at her sleeping face, his heart overflowing with tenderness.

He gently kissed Shen Mengxue’s forehead, then quietly got out of bed.

He didn’t want to disturb Shen Mengxue, allowing her to sleep a little longer.

Lin Fan dressed and went to the living room.

He brewed himself a cup of tea, then sat on the sofa, contemplating his next steps.

Now that he was discharged, it was time to prioritize his cultivation.

He needed to improve his strength as quickly as possible to protect those close to him.

And that mysterious organization—he needed to investigate it thoroughly.

They dared to harm Shen Mengxue; he would absolutely not let them off the hook.

When Shen Mengxue woke up, Lin Fan had already prepared breakfast.

Seeing Lin Fan bustling in the kitchen, her heart warmed.

“Lin Fan, when did you wake up?” Shen Mengxue asked.

“Just a little while ago,” Lin Fan replied with a smile.

“Why didn’t you wake me?” Shen Mengxue chided playfully.

“You were sleeping so soundly, I couldn’t bear to disturb you,” Lin Fan said softly.

Shen Mengxue’s heart fluttered sweetly at his words.

After they finished breakfast, Lin Fan drove Shen Mengxue to work.

Back home, Lin Fan began his cultivation.

He sat cross-legged on the floor, circulated his cultivation technique, and absorbed the spiritual energy of heaven and earth.

As he cultivated, Lin Fan felt his strength gradually increasing.

He believed it wouldn’t be long before he could break through to a higher realm.

***

Meanwhile, in the capital city, within a mysterious underground base.

The old man felt a powerful aura emanate from Lin Fan’s direction, and his expression instantly changed.

“What’s happening? This aura…” the old man muttered in shock.

The man in black also sensed the aura, his face equally filled with shock.

“Hall Master, this aura… it’s Lin Fan’s!” the man in black stammered, his voice trembling.

The old man’s face darkened to an extreme degree at his words.

“He actually broke through!” the old man snarled through clenched teeth.

He had originally thought Lin Fan would need more time to break through to a higher realm.

He hadn’t expected him to break through so quickly.

“Hall Master, what should we do now?” the man in black asked.

The old man was silent for a moment, then said, “Since he has broken through, we will act sooner.”

“Understood!” the man in black replied respectfully.

A ruthless glint flashed in the old man’s eyes.

“Lin Fan, do you truly believe that breaking through will allow you to escape my grasp? How naive!”

He would make sure Lin Fan understood the consequences of crossing him.

***

Unaware, Lin Fan remained oblivious to the danger that had quietly descended upon him.

He was still celebrating his breakthrough.

He decided that tomorrow he would travel to the capital to investigate the mysterious organization.

He would avenge Shen Mengxue.

And he would make sure those who had harmed him paid the price.

A cold glint appeared in Lin Fan’s eyes.

He was no lamb to be led to slaughter.

He was a lion, newly awakened.

Next, it was time for vengeance!