Super Combat Soldier

Chapter 546: Chapter 445: ”Love Letter!

Man Tian had died, and it was not due to a lack of strength, as his formidable combat power was clear for all to see. If someone were to ask how Man Tian could possibly lose to Demon Wolf, the biggest reason would be the heavy burden in his heart. Sitting in the position of Heavenly Gang War General, indeed, was not that easy. First, he could not think of his own life but had to consider the lives of others, the lives of the common people. Demon Wolf’s sneak attack also played a part in his success, severely injuring Man Tian.

After handing the Heavenly Gang Ring over to Yang Yi, Ye Tianchen walked away without looking back. He didn’t attend Man Tian’s memorial service. Once he entered the Heavenly Gang War General headquarters, he only made one request, which was to prepare a table full of delicious food and drinks; he wanted to have a grand feast. After battling for two days and nights, for a foodie like Ye Tianchen, going without food for two days and nights was truly unbearable.

When Yang Yi found Ye Tianchen, he saw the guy in a room, holding a chicken in his left hand, a duck in his right, and hugging a large watermelon to his chest, wolfing down his food. This truly left Yang Yi speechless, it was hard to believe that such a loser, once he made a move, would become an untouchable rich and handsome man. Could this be Ye Tianchen’s lifestyle, his true nature?

”Don’t you know how to show some respect to your elders?” Yang Yi asked, not in good humor.

”Sit down, can’t you see I’m busy here, I don’t have time!” Ye Tianchen said with his mouth full of roast duck.

”You really do have a good appetite!” said Yang Yi, unable to hold back watching Ye Tianchen devour his food.

”Old man, you should have some too...” While speaking, Ye Tianchen handed a roast duck directly to Yang Yi.

”Forget it, my stomach isn’t as good as yours at this age. I’m here to talk business,” Yang Yi said earnestly.

Upon hearing Yang Yi’s words, Ye Tianchen paused, then casually said, ”The matters here have already concluded. Every member of the Heavenly Gang War General is a top-notch expert, there isn’t much I can help with. Besides, I have many things to do; I’ve already promised Ling Yuxun that I would go to the U.S. to bring her grandfather back to the country and deal with the relocation of the Ling family back to Huaxia. That in itself is a contribution to the country. Elder Yang, you’re not going to give me any more trouble, are you?”

Ye Tianchen felt somewhat annoyed; he really wanted to do his own thing, but unfortunately, he was always entangled in other matters. However, fortunately, while handling these things, there were also some significant developments with his other matters, otherwise, Ye Tianchen really would have collapsed.

”It seems that you, my boy, still can’t escape the beauty’s snare,” said Yang Yi with a chuckle.

”It’s not about getting past a beauty; it’s that I, Ye Tianchen, am loyal and righteous, too handsome, with too many things to do. It’s a simple concept!” Ye Tianchen shook his head with a look of helplessness and took a big bite of watermelon.

”I’m not here for anything else. I’ve just spoken with the Number One Leader over the phone. The Heavenly Gang War General represents the strongest individual combat force in Huaxia, far more formidable than the Sky Dragon Team led by Cang Lang, or the Falcon Unit led by Yan Long. The Heavenly Gang War General team truly represents Huaxia’s strongest individual combat unit. It’s just that their importance has never been publicly revealed. A nation cannot exist without a monarch, a team cannot operate without a leader, do you understand?” Yang Yi asked in a serious tone.

”I understand, I understand!” Ye Tianchen nodded.

”So you’re saying that you, my boy, agree—” Yang Yi hadn’t finished his sentence when Ye Tianchen interrupted him.

”I understand, but it has nothing to do with me. I’m leaving after eating, I’m very busy!”

Upon hearing Ye Tianchen’s words, Yang Yi felt like giving the guy a good beating. In all of Huaxia, the only one who dared to speak to the Vice Chairman of the Military Commission like that was probably only Ye Tianchen. But Ye Tianchen couldn’t be called arrogant or unrealistic. It was necessary to know that Ye Tianchen had been reborn from an apocalypse star, where in such a world combining modern times with cultivation, nations were irrelevant, leaders were pointless, and only one’s own strength was paramount for survival. In his mind, there was nothing about obeying orders, nothing about leaders being more important than heaven.

”You... regardless of what you say, the Number One Leader and I have decided that you are to be the new captain of the Heavenly Gang War General team!” Yang Yi stated seriously.

”What?” Ye Tianchen nearly spat out his mouthful of watermelon.

”Yes, whether you accept it or not, the decision has been made!” Yang Yi suddenly slapped the Heavenly Gang Ring down in front of Ye Tianchen.

”No way, Elder Yang, I really don’t want to be any kind of captain, I truly don’t have the ability. You should find someone more capable!” Ye Tianchen stood up, ready to make a swift exit.

How could Yang Yi let Ye Tianchen slip away? This young man was a talent, albeit a bit casual and reluctant to exert effort for his country. Now that Man Tian was dead, from all aspects, Ye Tianchen was a decent choice. Although the guy was casual, he had strong combat power and wasn’t dumb; indeed, he was suitable. No matter what, Yang Yi had to get this guy to agree.

”Before Man Tian died, he entrusted the Heavenly Gang Ring to you. I think his intention was for you to take over as captain of the Heavenly Gang War Generals!” Yang Yi asserted with certainty.

”That’s not true. It fell to the ground during his fight with the Demon Wolf, and I just picked it up!” Ye Tianchen hurriedly explained.

”Man Tian has already sacrificed himself, for the country and the people. Can you really bear to break his heart like this?” Suddenly emotional, Yang Yi asked Ye Tianchen with fervor.

Ye Tianchen glanced at Yang Yi, clearly moved. Man Tian’s righteousness indeed impressed Ye Tianchen, but to convince himself to take over as captain of the Heavenly Gang War Generals was quite difficult. After hesitating, he headed towards the door, intending to leave.

”Tianchen, regardless of anything else, you are a Chinese, a member of the Huaxia Nation. Do you know how much suffering and oppression our nation has endured to reach the situation we’re in today? I and the First Leader are both old now. We hope you can contribute your part; both of us old fellows will be grateful to you!” Yang Yi didn’t stop Ye Tianchen but earnestly spoke as Ye Tianchen reached the door.

”Elder Yang, you and the First Leader are both seniors I respect. However, I also have my own thoughts. I genuinely can’t take on the role of the captain of the Heavenly Gang War Generals. But if there’s anything, contact me; I won’t just stand by...”

After finishing his words, Ye Tianchen left. Yang Yi paused for a moment, then smiled slightly. Ye Tianchen might be somewhat whimsical and unreliable, lacking discipline and organizational skills, but he was a person with integrity and loyalty. It seemed that choosing a captain for the Heavenly Gang War Generals would need further consideration—it was a very important position, one with great power, not to be entrusted lightly.

Ye Tianchen wasn’t betraying his promise; he had always acted according to his own character and style. His words to Yang Yi were also the promises he had made in his heart to Man Tian. Man Tian was a senior worth respecting, with his strength, his righteousness, and his patriotic spirit, all of which had earned Ye Tianchen’s admiration. Therefore, to do something for Man Tian, Ye Tianchen was willing.

After leaving the Heavenly Gang War Generals headquarters, Ye Tianchen walked towards the small cottage on the little hillock, where Ling Yuxun and Ling Yue lived. But when he entered the cottage, he found only Ling Yue inside. As soon as Ling Yue saw Ye Tianchen, he anxiously said, ”Tianchen, something’s happened. Yuxun, she... she...”

”What’s happened to Yuxun? Don’t panic, tell me slowly,” Ye Tianchen asked with a frown.

”Yuxun has gone back to the States. She said she needed to rescue her grandfather...” Ling Yue said, his fist striking the table heavily.

”How could this happen? Didn’t I promise Yuxun that I would go back to the States and help rescue her grandfather? Why would she act on her own?”

Ye Tianchen hadn’t expected that in such a short time, Ling Yuxun would have quietly returned to the States. Now the matter was serious. The States had given the Ling family an ultimate deadline, only giving Yuxun’s grandfather a week to consider. If he didn’t agree to stay and continue developing there, they would resort to force. Huaxia was indeed willing to help, and the national leadership took the situation very seriously, but after all, it was happening on foreign soil, where one’s influence could never outweigh the local powers, or else the situation would have been swept away long ago without these problems.

”Right after you left, we received a message that people in the States have surrounded the entire Ling family estate. It’s the U.S. Marine Corps, and several times these troops have stormed into the estate. Had there not been a strict order from the U.S., I fear what might have happened to my father... Upon learning this news, Yuxun left while I was asleep...” Ling Yue was full of regret for his carelessness, now that his daughter Ling Yuxun was in peril.

”Did Yuxun leave anything behind when she left?” Ye Tianchen inquired after thinking a moment.

”She left a letter, for you. I haven’t read it,” Ling Yue handed a letter from the table next to him to Ye Tianchen.

On the envelope were written the words ”For Ye Tianchen’s eyes only.” Taking the letter, Ye Tianchen opened it and pulled out a sheet of paper with only a couple of lines of delicate handwriting:

Tianchen, I have gone back to the States. I’m very worried about my grandfather’s safety. I know I’m causing you trouble. I know you have a lot to deal with, and you might not like me, but I want you to know that I have liked you since we were young, and I still do, even now. I love you! (To be continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it on qidian.com with your recommendation and monthly tickets. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please read on m.qidian.com.)