webnovelfull Chapter 550 The Cautious and Suspicious Huang Brothers
Chapter 550 The Cautious and Suspicious Huang Brothers
Chang Tai stood at the entrance of the compound, looking deep into the distance. The night was getting darker, but his eyes were brighter than the stars. He turned to look at Chang Wei beside him, and said in a low and firm voice: "After the two gentlemen and the lady leave Liuwan safely, notify me as soon as possible. Remember! No matter what happens, you must ensure their safety, and there must be no mistakes."
Chang Wei nodded, his expression solemn and serious. As Chang Tai's cousin, he knew the importance of this mission. He raised his hand, saluted Chang Tai, and replied in a loud voice: "Don't worry! Unless I die, no one can touch them."
Chang Tai looked at Chang Wei's resolute eyes and felt a little comforted. He patted Chang Wei on the shoulder and said in a deep voice: "Go, be careful on the road."
Chang Wei said nothing more. He turned around and walked down the tunnel quickly, and his figure quickly disappeared into the darkness. Chang Tai stood there, watching Chang Wei leave until he could no longer see him.
He knew that this farewell might be a farewell forever. But he did not regret it, because he knew that this was for the future of the Huang family and for the hope of the South. He raised his head, looked up at the starry sky, and silently prayed for the safety of the Huang brothers and their wives.
The Huang brothers supported their mother Song Yuanqing and, under the close protection of Chang Wei and a large number of guards, stepped into the secret tunnel leading out of the city. The tunnel was dark and damp, and the air was filled with an indescribable musty smell, which made people frown involuntarily.
On the walls on both sides of the tunnel, mottled water marks and traces of time can be seen from time to time. The soil on the ground is soft and slippery, and every step needs to be taken carefully. Huang Changlin and Huang Changfeng held their mother's hands tightly, fearing that she would fall in this dark and unfamiliar environment.
The guards led by Chang Wei, holding torches and guns, illuminated the road ahead. Their steps were firm and powerful. Although the tunnel was narrow and winding, they still maintained a tight formation to ensure that there were no omissions.
The sound of water dripping from the tunnel could be heard from time to time, echoing in the empty passage, making people feel a bit inexplicably nervous. Huang Changlin couldn't help but recall the ups and downs that the Huang family had experienced over the years, and an indescribable feeling welled up in his heart.
Although mother Song Yuanqing was physically weak, her eyes were extremely firm.
She knew that this departure might be a farewell forever, but she did not hesitate or retreat. She held her two sons' hands tightly, as if conveying an invisible power.
The journey in the tunnel was long and difficult, but the Huang brothers and their mother had no complaints. They knew that only by leaving this dangerous place as soon as possible could they ensure their own safety.
In the muddy and wet tunnel, the Huang family members moved quickly, one foot deep and one foot shallow. The soil in the tunnel was soft, and there was slippery moss that tripped people from time to time, so they had to be extra careful every time they stepped.
They could only rely on the faint firelight in front of them to identify the direction. The soil under their feet squeaked, which intertwined with the sound of water dripping on the ground in the distance, creating a depressing and tense atmosphere.
Every once in a while, the team would stop to rest for a while. They leaned against the damp and cold wall, panting and adjusting their breathing. Huang Changlin and Huang Changfeng took turns to support their mother Song Yuanqing to ensure her safety.
Finally, at dawn, they arrived less than a kilometer away from the exit. The passage here had been expanded into a huge underground space, large enough to accommodate dozens of people. The space was lit by torches, and the air was filled with a damp earthy smell.
After the Huang family entered the underground space, they all breathed a sigh of relief. They took out some supplies and began to eat and drink water. Chang Wei led the guards to check the safety of the surrounding area to ensure that there was no threat.
The Huang brothers and their mother sat together, enjoying a rare moment of peace.
Huang Changlin stood in the middle of the underground space, frowning and looking serious. He turned around and called Chang Wei over, leaning close to his ear, and said in a low and firm voice: "Chang Wei, you must contact the guard at the exit immediately to confirm the safety outside. This is our last checkpoint, and we cannot be careless at all."
Chang Wei nodded and was about to turn around and leave when Huang Changfeng came over and added, "Also, be sure to ask them carefully if there are any suspicious strangers nearby. We must make sure there are no dangers or hidden dangers around the exit before we can leave safely."
Huang Changlin's eyes stayed on Chang Wei's face for a moment, as if to confirm whether he understood what he meant. He emphasized again: "Chang Wei, this concerns the safety of all of us, and there must be no mistakes. Do you understand?"
Chang Wei took a deep breath and nodded solemnly: "I understand, please rest assured, gentlemen. I will contact the guards personally to ensure that everything is safe."
After saying that, he turned around and walked quickly to the side, and took out a small signal transmitter from his pocket. He quickly pressed a series of buttons and sent out the signal agreed with the exit guard. After a while, the signal transmitter flashed green light, indicating that he had contacted the guard.
Chang Wei stared at the signal transmitter, waiting for the guard's response.
The guards outside soon sent a signal, and a faint green light flickered in the dim tunnel, like distant stars in the night sky. Chang Wei stared at the signal transmitter, with a relieved smile on his face.
He turned and walked towards Huang Changlin and Huang Changfeng, his voice filled with joy: "My two lords, the guards outside sent a message saying that there is nothing unusual."
Huang Changlin finally felt relieved after hearing this. He breathed a sigh of relief, as if a heavy burden had been lifted off his shoulders. However, Huang Changfeng did not completely relax his vigilance. He frowned slightly, thought for a moment, and said, "Although the guards said so, we still have to be careful. After all, this is an extraordinary period, and any negligence may bring unpredictable consequences."
Huang Changlin nodded, agreeing with his brother's opinion. He knew that Huang Changfeng had always been more cautious and careful than himself.
"Then according to your opinion, what should we do?" Huang Changlin asked.
Huang Changfeng thought for a moment, then said, "I think we can send a few guards out of the tunnel exit to investigate the situation outside. If they can return safely and confirm that there is no danger outside, then it won't be too late for us to leave."
Huang Changlin thought this was a good idea, so he turned to look at Chang Wei: "Chang Wei, what do you think of this method?"
Chang Wei nodded in agreement: "This method is very safe. I will select a few agile and experienced guards to go out and investigate."
Soon, several guards were selected, fully armed and ready to go. Under Huang Changfeng's personal command, they carefully left the tunnel exit and disappeared into the darkness outside.
The tunnel was calm again, but Huang Changlin and Huang Changfeng were not completely calm. They knew that the next moment would be a long and torturous wait. Every minute and every second seemed to be unusually long, and their hearts were filled with anxiety and uneasiness.