Chapter 1602 - 1601: Someone’s Here

But after being brought back by Wu Chen, he knew that he could only eat if he followed Wu Chen’s instructions.

Even if he got some injuries because of it, Wu Chen would heal them with some potion by nighttime.

That’s why Wang Tianhu would grit his teeth and train every day.

Wu Chen continued, "You are my disciple; you will surely be the most formidable person, but if you can’t meet my expectations, I won’t let you leave here!"

Upon hearing this, Wang Tianhu trained even harder, until he eventually collapsed on the ground, unconscious.

Wu Chen watched this scene with a calm expression, as this happened almost every day.

So, Wu Chen stepped forward and picked up Wang Tianhu, muttering discontentedly, "Why is this kid so weak? I should have just left you to starve by the roadside back then!"

Back in the house, Wu Chen put Wang Tianhu directly into a prepared wooden tub filled with medicinal herbs, and soon his injuries would be healed.

When Wang Tianhu woke up again, he smelled a delicious aroma that made his stomach growl.

He stood up from the tub, and outside, Wu Chen was roasting meat, looking extremely appealing.

Upon hearing footsteps, Wu Chen didn’t even turn his head, and said, "There’s nothing for you even if you come; you know you failed the task this time."

At this, Wang Tianhu’s face fell, and he could only stand behind Wu Chen, not stepping forward.

But watching Wu Chen eat, Wang Tianhu was extremely tempted.

Just then, Wu Chen suddenly stopped and looked ahead cautiously.

There, a person was walking towards them.

This old forest was remote enough; usually, no one should come here.

Wu Chen could see that this person was skilled; was he an old enemy?

"Who are you?"

Wu Chen asked Zhao Chang’an sternly.

"My family head sent me to find you, saying there’s a task he’d like you to help with." Zhao Chang’an stated his purpose to Wu Chen.

"Who?"

"Shangguan Sichen."

Upon hearing this, Wu Chen’s expression became serious, even the roasted meat was put aside.

Wu Chen’s life had always been straightforward, never owing anyone anything.

But back then, being saved by Shangguan Sichen, Wu Chen had promised to help if Shangguan Sichen ever needed it.

Now Shangguan Sichen had indeed come, or rather, sent his subordinate.

"I’m a bit surprised that he found me in such a remote place." Wu Chen shook his head and said.

Back when he decided to live in seclusion, Wu Chen had cut off all contact with the outside world; he even chose this remote place because of his disciple,

Yet Shangguan Sichen somehow knew and sent someone here.

Zhao Chang’an calmly replied, "If our family head wants to find someone, he always succeeds."

Wu Chen had no objections; the Shangguan family was indeed powerful, and Wu Chen had personally promised Shangguan Sichen.

Now that Shangguan Sichen was calling in the promise, Wu Chen couldn’t refuse.

Wu Chen asked Zhao Chang’an, "So, what does he want me to do?"

"Enter the Martial Arts Competition." Zhao Chang’an said directly.

"What?"

Wu Chen was somewhat surprised; he knew what the Martial Arts Competition was, but did not understand why Shangguan Sichen wanted him to participate.

Shangguan Sichen had subordinates in the area, but they usually worked covertly.

Shangguan Sichen preferred to control everything through his subordinates, never revealing his power.

Yet now Shangguan Sichen wants to enter the Martial Arts Competition?

Why? Could it be that Shangguan Sichen wants to reveal his power now?

Wu Chen thought this was not reasonable; Shangguan Sichen would not casually expose his power.

So Wu Chen frowned and asked Zhao Chang’an, "Why? I don’t understand."

Zhao Chang’an didn’t explain, only said, "If you’re curious, ask the master directly when you see him."

Wu Chen nodded, realizing even knowing the reason wouldn’t change the fact he must help.

He would lose time and delay Wang Tianhu’s training.

But Wu Chen couldn’t leave Wang Tianhu alone in this deep forest, so he asked Zhao Chang’an, "Can I bring this kid along?"

Zhao Chang’an glanced at Wang Tianhu behind Wu Chen, nodded, and said, "Sure."

Wu Chen looked at Wang Tianhu, who had finished eating the roasted meat, and said, "Kid, hurry up and pack your things; we’re going down the mountain."

"Huh?"

Wang Tianhu was stunned, confused looking at Wu Chen, because Wu Chen had said if he failed to meet the demands, he’d stay on the mountain forever.

"What’s going on? Why suddenly go down the mountain?"

"I said pack your things, hurry up! Stop dawdling, move!" Wu Chen glared at Wang Tianhu and said.

Wang Tianhu had to rush back to his room and start packing his belongings.