Chapter 513 - Chapter 513: Chapter 520: Rare Treasures of the World (2/2)

In fact, Phantom had learned about Su Wenyue’s series of actions, like leaping from the cliff, only later. He then understood why she had been so weak when he saw her, feeling a tinge of guilt. If he had known, perhaps he could have taken better care of her along the way, so she wouldn’t have fallen so gravely ill. However, he truly hadn’t expected a sheltered young woman to have such courage, ready to sacrifice her life for her husband. How many women in this world could do such a thing!

“Good, you may leave now. I’ve already summoned various famous doctors to treat Lady Yue. As for Han Yu, I’m afraid he may have found out something, or even guessed that Lady Yue is with me. This isn’t safe anymore. I’ve arranged another secret place and will take Lady Yue there,” Sikong Ling ordered, having considered all this despite the urgency of their travels.

“Yes, shall I accompany you there?” Phantom asked subconsciously, realizing after speaking that it might have been inappropriate.

“No need. You stay here. If Han Yu really does find out, you can still mislead him temporarily. As for Lady Yue’s matters, I will handle them myself; you needn’t worry,” Sikong Ling said, decisively refusing. Perhaps Phantom had shown too much eagerness just now, allowing Sikong Ling to guess something. Sikong Ling, ever so sharp, would notice any minor discrepancies.

Sikong Ling’s tone also carried a hint of warning. Women that he, Sikong Ling, coveted could not be coveted by others. It was unavoidable that Han Yu had the advantage first, but for anyone else who dared harbor such thoughts, don’t blame him for being ruthless. Some things were absolutely intolerable, even if that person was his loyal subordinate. If it weren’t for the fact that Phantom hadn’t harbored such intentions, the warning would not have been merely verbal.

Feeling Sikong Ling’s casual but piercing gaze, a chill ran down Phantom’s spine. Although he could be somewhat dense about certain things, these days he had started to understand more and grew increasingly troubled. A woman like Su Wenyue was not something a man like him could aspire to; if he couldn’t control himself, it would only bring disaster upon him.

“Understood, master,” Phantom replied.

Sikong Ling didn’t say much more; some things required only a slight mention. Phantom was a smart person and would understand; if it happened again, it only meant that he could no longer be kept around.

“Master, all arrangements have been made,” a person clad in black, similar to Phantom, entered from outside, albeit with a slightly different insignia.

Sikong Ling nodded but didn’t move immediately. Instead, he went over and stroked Su Wenyue’s head: “Lady Yue, be good. This place is no longer safe. I will take you to a nice place where you can recuperate properly.”

Having said this, Sikong Ling then personally picked up Su Wenyue, not letting anyone else touch her, his actions very gentle, as though handling a rare treasure.

Su Wenyue continued to lie there quietly, perhaps uneasy due to Sikong Ling’s movements, her brows furrowed in her sleep, and she let out a slight moan, very soft, but it was a delightful surprise to Sikong Ling’s ears.