Chapter 2111 - 501: Setting Sail, Embarking!

Outside the Prefecture City of Huangzhou, a crowd gathered as countless people came to bid farewell to their City Lord.

Leading the group were Peng Yingyu and Liu Futong.

Chen Jie cupped his fists and said to the two elder brothers, "Elder brothers, let’s part ways here. The mountains are high and the roads are long, but we shall meet again."

Liu Futong responded, "Yes, Jiu Si, go south without worry. If things really can’t be resolved, don’t fret; find a way to send me a message, and I’ll figure out a way to come to your aid, no matter what."

Chen Jie, hearing this, looked at Liu Futong and said, "Thank you, big brother. If things don’t go well, Jiu Si won’t stand on ceremony with you. But, big brother, Jiu Si is more worried about you. Last time we made a big stir in the Imperial Palace, we offended the Emperor completely. You must be cautious, as the Emperor is petty and revenge is inevitable."

Liu Futong, hearing this, said candidly, "Why should I fear them? At worst, it’s mutual destruction, and I want to see if they dare to go down with me."

After these words, Chen Jie said, "Big brother, it’s still best to be cautious."

Liu Futong replied, "Rest assured, Jiu Si, big brother has a clear mind and won’t easily fall for their tricks."

After these words, Chen Jie looked at Peng Yingyu, who returned his gaze and said, "Why are you looking at me like that? I’m perfectly fine."

Chen Jie, hearing this, laughed, "Haha, yes, second brother is indeed in good shape. But, second brother, you are too kind-hearted, easily taken advantage of by deceitful people, so I just wish for you to keep your mind alert."

Peng Yingyu said, "Yes, I understand. Now I’m not as obstinate as before, second brother is improving too, but some things, second brother still hasn’t figured out how to let go."

Chen Jie said, "As long as second brother understands this, I’m satisfied."

Peng Yingyu said, "Indeed, back then I was too young and couldn’t understand many things, which led to these current jokes. Now that I’ve figured things out, I’m not going back. Besides, I plan to stay in Huangzhou Prefecture for some time."

"Rest assured about things at home, with me around, no trouble will arise."

Upon hearing this, Chen Jie immediately cupped his fists and said, "Thank you, second brother."

Peng Yingyu said, "No need for formalities with me, but nonetheless there’s Old Liu’s advice. Siam is ultimately not within the Central Plains’ power range, some secret techniques and evil techniques may be unknown, so be cautious in everything."

Chen Jie said, "Second brother, rest assured, Jiu Si knows second brother’s thoughts and certainly won’t let you down. I am sure I can safely rescue third brother."

Peng Yingyu replied upon hearing this, "Yes, good, good, good!"

Peng Yingyu said "good" three times, expressing his current mood, which indeed was very good.

Peng Yingyu had resolved Chen Jie’s worries, helping him safeguard family matters, allowing Chen Jie to roam freely. Although in Siam, people and land were unfamiliar, and many evil techniques existed, none of these could instill any fear in Chen Jie.

After all, he had already joined the ranks of the world’s powerful, with the strength at Melt God First Turn. Although he might not be able to defeat the State Preceptor of Siam, it was absolutely impossible for that State Preceptor to harm Chen Jie. If unable to defeat him, he could still escape, right?

Surely he wouldn’t be unable to escape!

So, this journey to Siam, while risky, wasn’t as dangerous as imagined!

At the very least, Chen Jie didn’t feel his life was in danger.

Having bid farewell to his two old brothers, Chen Jie then saw his most trusted confidant, Chen Xiaohu.

At this moment, Chen Jie patted Chen Xiaohu’s shoulder and said, "Rascal, in the blink of an eye, you’re almost twenty. It’s really fast."

Chen Xiaohu heard this and didn’t say anything but smiled at Chen Jie.

Seeing Chen Xiaohu’s big white teeth, Chen Jie said, "Do you know why I won’t let you set sail with me?"

Chen Xiaohu replied, "I understand. Besides my elder brother, I’m the most promising in our Chen Clan, so I’m the trump card left behind. If anything unforeseen happens to elder brother, I need to protect the safety of the three sisters-in-law and little nephews and nieces."

Chen Jie patted Chen Xiaohu’s shoulder and said, "That’s correct. Remember my words, if I really have an accident, if you can preserve our family’s foundation, that’s best. But if it comes to vying for the world, don’t compete with Zhu Chongba. Besides me, no one else can really withstand him."

Chen Xiaohu said, "Is he really that formidable?"

Chen Jie said, "He started off begging, suffered more than I did in his youth, and eventually became a ruler. Would you believe if I said he’s weak?"

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiaohu remained silent, and Chen Jie added, "Moreover, if Zhu Chongba truly gets the world, don’t stay in the Central Plains. Find a way to take Master Peng and seize a small country outside the realm. Living peacefully will suffice."

Chen Xiaohu asked, "Why?"

Chen Jie replied, "Zhu Chongba is someone you can only share hardships with, not wealth. The closer you are to him, the more cautious you should be. Remember, if he gets the world, leave overseas immediately."

"Of course, if I return, then there’s no need, as I’m confident I can give him a good contest."

Upon hearing this, Chen Xiaohu immediately said, "Understood, brother."

Chen Jie regarded Chen Xiaohu as a caretaker for his family, even though Chen Jiu Si knew this journey shouldn’t threaten his life, one can never be too sure.

In case something goes wrong there, it would be difficult to resolve.

Chen Jie, being alone, might manage, but with a family to consider, he must leave a path for his descendants.

Thus, he entrusted this last line of defense to Chen Xiaohu.

Chen Xiaohu’s current role was somewhat akin to that of Xiahou Dun alongside Cao Cao during the Three Kingdoms Period.