Tomb raiding: Intercepting Yin Xinyue and building a family of immortals

Su Chen and Lao Zhang were separated after they went inside.

He was led to a private room, and soon Wang Heng walked in.

"I have long admired Chief Su, and now that I have met him, I can't help but sigh at his remarkable talent at such a young age."

"Chief Wang, you're too kind. Our cooperation always needs a beginning."

Su Chen didn't appreciate his small talk; instead, he looked at the man with a hint of disgust and began to speak directly.

"I'm curious, why did you separate me from Lao Zhang?"

As soon as he raised the question, the room fell silent.

The oil lamp flickered, casting Wang Heng's shadow on the wall, which swayed slightly.

Seeing this, Wang Heng gave a calm smile, but instead of explaining anything, he asked with some curiosity.

“Wang Liang told me why you wanted to cooperate with me, but I don’t think that reason is enough.”

"Then I won't say anything."

Su Chen looked at Wang Heng in front of him, shook his head and said.

His attitude startled Wang Heng, who was momentarily at a loss for words.

He carefully examined Su Chen. The biggest shock to him from the person sitting in front of him was not his calm demeanor, but his age.

Yes, that's the age.

To become the head of the Wang family, one must undergo numerous trials and finally gain the approval of those old fogies before being qualified to sit in that position.

Su Chen looked to be under twenty years old. At that age, in the Wang family, he would at most be qualified to be placed on the periphery, and he wouldn't even be qualified to go out and handle matters.

But now this young man is sitting in an equal position with him; in terms of status, the two are on the same level.

“Su Chen, you are a talented person, but you also need to understand that the reason you are alive now is your own value. I have a hundred ways to make you talk.”

"Only the weak compromise. I'm sitting here not because your Wang family brought me here, but because I wanted to be here myself."

Su Chen knew very well that if he wanted to make contact with the Wang family, he either had to show enough strength to earn their attention or demonstrate sufficient value. Unfortunately, he had both.

That's why he's qualified to stand on equal footing with Wang Heng here.

In another room, Wang Heng pushed open the door and walked in.

Old Zhang is sitting here eating. The food in front of him is not only local specialties, but also some Hangzhou cuisine.

Old Zhang had had enough dry rations along the way, and seeing these foods, he ate while saying, "I'm done."

"Your Wang family really knows how to enjoy life, hiding in these deep mountains and forests, with no worries about food or drink. If it were me, I wouldn't want to go out either."

"I know what you want?"

Wang Heng looked at the person in front of him and remained silent for a moment before speaking.

Old Zhang stopped what he was doing upon hearing this, staring at him silently without any intention of continuing. He simply looked at the person in front of him and asked a question.

"What do I want? I don't even know what I want."

He wasn't talking nonsense. Before coming to the Wang family, he felt that he wanted to rule the country and establish his own empire. But after spending time with Su Chen, he realized that he had changed his mind.

Old Zhang was reluctant to leave Su Chen because of his decision.

Wang Heng knew this feeling all too well. It could be said that many people outside of the city didn't know what they really wanted, even when what they truly desired was right in front of them.

They never even considered taking action.

Wang Heng looked at the person in front of him and said with a smile.

"You want to take control of Northeast China and use it as a springboard to make a name for yourself in this chaotic world. You want to gain the support of your friends in the process."

"Don't be silly, you and he are not on the same path. This opportunity is once in a lifetime. What does it matter if you lose Su Chen and become a prince!"

In these chaotic times, when others say that men should make a name for themselves, why bother with such details?

Seeing that Lao Zhang remained silent, Wang Heng took a deep breath and continued.

"I'm not afraid of you making the wrong decision, I'm afraid of you being indecisive, thinking that this is wrong and that is wrong. The situation waits for no one."

"Didn't we already agree on this before you came here? What's the point of further discussion? Make your decision: either join forces with the Wang family to create your own kingdom, or..."

Old Zhang was stunned for a moment; he knew this choice would come sooner or later.

He had been subconsciously ignoring this matter, but after being reminded by Wang Heng, he thought of it again and fell silent.

After a brief silence, he chose to shut up completely.

Seeing this, Wang Heng stood up and said no more: "Since you've made your decision, I won't keep you any longer."

Sometimes silence is also a response, but it is often the worst response.

A hint of disappointment flashed in Wang Heng's eyes. Just as he placed his hand on the door, Old Zhang behind him finally spoke.

"I want to make something of myself, let's work together."

……

"Then let's talk about our cooperation. The historical significance of the First Emperor's Mausoleum goes without saying. If we join forces to open it, all the Nine Gates will be crushed under our feet."

Upon hearing this, Wang Heng did not refute Su Chen's words, but instead began to talk about the benefits.

He paused and then mentioned the last benefit: the Imperial Seal of the State, which was considered the legitimate authority by successive dynasties.

It's been lost for many years, and it might even be hidden in the First Emperor's mausoleum. If we could really get the Wang family's seal, that would be...

Thinking of this, Wang Heng, as was his habit, suppressed his emotions and looked at Su Chen.

The latter pointed to himself, with a shy smile.

"I could tell you, but would you believe me?"

"..."

He fell silent upon hearing this. Some things don't need a reply; they are answers in themselves.

He won't believe it, he absolutely won't believe it!

Just like Su Chen's attitude at this moment, the Wang family will not easily trust him.

"You should understand our positions. It's destined that we won't trust each other, and that won't change even if you're sitting right across from me."

"I can only do my best to ensure that I am on your side."

For the Wang family, this is the greatest trust they can show. Being able to let their own emotions get in the way when handling things is already far better than anything else.

Upon hearing this, Su Chen did not continue to refute, but instead shook his head at the person in front of him.

"Actually, there is another solution."

"What did you say?"

Wang Heng was stunned for a moment upon hearing this, unsure of what to say.

This inherent distrust is something that cannot be changed.

The fact that Su Chen's surname is Su, not Wang, is enough.

As he finished speaking, Su Chen pointed to himself and said...

"It would be good if I could gain the Wang family's trust."