My Ares Son-in-Law

The group quickly bowed, bending their bodies at a ninety-degree angle, as if trying to shrink themselves into a ball.

Their voices trembled, filled with endless fear and humility, and they waved their hands repeatedly, saying, "We dare not accept such praise!"

"Sir, you flatter me!"

"It's alright, it's alright, as long as you are well..."

"Your safety is the greatest blessing for the Qin family. All the grievances we suffered before are nothing at all..."

Their voices grew softer and softer until they were almost inaudible, as if they were afraid that their voices would be too loud and upset the old man.

The old officer waved his hand, the movement crisp and clean, like cutting through a tangled mess, interrupting their conversation.

The tone shifted abruptly, and his sharp eyes were fixed on Qin Fang, as if trying to see through his thoughts: "The divine doctor who saved me, your Qin family... do you know him?"

Although his voice was calm, it carried an undeniable authority that made people dare not conceal anything.

At that moment, everyone around seemed to suddenly understand, as if the clouds had parted to reveal the sun.

It turns out that the old official's apology was not merely out of a sense of justice, nor was it simply an apology for the injustice suffered by the Qin family.

The deeper reason is clearly that of the mysteriously departed young man—Xiao Chen!
Without Xiao Chen, the old commander would probably still be lying in a hospital bed, his life hanging in the balance; without Xiao Chen, the Qin family would likely be doomed today, suffering even more brutal suppression and retaliation.

Everyone's gaze shifted back and forth between Qin Fang and the old commander, their minds filled with speculation and contemplation about the complex relationship behind it all.

The Qin couple, who were standing behind, had initially looked somewhat relieved and uneasy, but when they heard the old officer mention Xiao Chen, their faces turned deathly pale, as if all the color had been drained from them.

His deathly pale face stood out starkly against the slightly tense atmosphere around him.

The two subconsciously exchanged a glance, and in that instant their eyes met, they both saw endless regret and lingering fear in each other's eyes. The emotions intertwined in their gazes were like a surging tide, almost overwhelming them.

Scenes from their own living room not long ago involuntarily flashed through their minds.

At that time, Xiao Chen appeared before them dressed simply and with a calm expression. Although his words exuded confidence, he looked like an ordinary young man.

The Qin couple, relying on the Qin family's status in the area, looked down on Xiao Chen.

Qin Hai frowned, his eyes full of disdain, looking Xiao Chen up and down, occasionally letting out a contemptuous sneer; Qin Hai's wife was even more mean, her words full of doubt, and she even ruthlessly drove Xiao Chen away, her sharp voice still seeming to echo in my ears.

Thinking of this, they felt a chill run from their feet to their heads, and they wished they could slap themselves a few times on the spot!

Each time they recall those scenes, their regret grows stronger, as if countless needles are piercing their hearts.

They knew perfectly well that if it weren't for the old man Qin Fang's insistence on believing in Xiao Chen despite the opposition, and his keen insight and extraordinary courage in standing firmly on Xiao Chen's side when everyone else was skeptical, the Qin family would probably have been doomed long ago, dragged into that unknown and terrifying abyss, and suffered utter destruction.

Qin Fang was a man who had weathered many storms, and he quickly calmed down in the chaotic and tense atmosphere.

His gaze became calm and resolute, like a deep lake, undisturbed.

He pondered for a moment, carefully choosing his words, afraid of uttering a single wrong word, and then respectfully replied:
"Reporting to the commander, that young doctor is named Xiao Chen, and he is indeed a friend of mine whom I met by chance."

"That day, I met him by chance on the street. I noticed his extraordinary demeanor and found his conversation quite insightful, so I chatted with him for a while. Before long, this connection was formed..."

“Xiao Chen…” The old officer repeated the name in a low, slow voice, as if he wanted to savor the two words and etch them into his mind.

A hint of admiration and curiosity flashed in his eyes.

"Good name."

"It contains the power of the morning light and the secrets of heaven and earth."

The name seems to hold endless mystery and power, just like the rising sun, full of hope and vitality.

Mr. Qin, do you know how to contact him?

"Well... I do know their contact information..."

Qin Fang looked troubled, and fine beads of sweat appeared on his forehead. He answered cautiously, uttering each word with great care.
"However... Mr. Xiao's temperament is quite unique, and he seems to be extremely averse to unnecessary disturbances."

Once, someone contacted him without his permission and was severely reprimanded. From then on, that person never dared to bother him again.

Without his permission, I really…

As Qin Fang spoke, he observed the old commander's expression, afraid that his words would displease the old commander.

The old commander was a man of great stature, having seen countless people in his life, and he immediately understood Qin Fang's unspoken meaning and concerns.

He nodded slightly, a small gesture, but one that conveyed understanding and respect.

He didn't press the matter further, but he had his own plans in mind.

With his influence, if he really wanted to investigate someone, it would only take a word, and his men would find out Xiao Chen's background in the shortest amount of time.

However, he respects the quirks of truly capable people. In his view, capable people often have their own unique style of doing things and principles, and they cannot be measured or demanded of by ordinary standards.

He believed that one day, he would meet Xiao Chen again in a suitable way.

Suddenly, the atmosphere, which had been somewhat relaxed, was struck as if by an invisible thunderbolt, and the tension instantly reached its peak.

As if sensing something, the old officer's slightly relaxed back instantly straightened, like a fully drawn bow, exuding a dangerous aura of impending doom.

He turned around abruptly, his movements clean and swift, without the slightest hesitation, as if a gust of wind had swept by.

Those cloudy eyes, which had just been somewhat gentle, had now undergone a dramatic change.

The gentleness in his eyes vanished as quickly as the receding tide, replaced by a bone-chilling cold.

The chill seemed to emanate from an ice cave in the polar region, causing one to shiver at just a glance.

His eyes were as sharp as a hawk's, seemingly able to penetrate all disguises and concealments, fixed intently on a middle-aged woman at the back of the crowd.

The middle-aged woman already had shifty eyes and a flustered expression, as if she had done something wrong.

Staring at him with the old officer's piercing gaze, he turned deathly pale, his body trembled uncontrollably, and his legs nearly gave way, causing him to collapse to the ground. (End of Chapter)