Chapter 363: Like Water Translator: Tim Editor: GlobeGlotter

“Big brother, why are you here?” Ye Zifeng was very happy to see Ye Mo. Ye Mo usually disappeared for six months to a year, making him rarely seen. He hadn’t expected Ye Mo to visit.

Ye Mo smiled. “I came to see you and Ye Ling. Where is Ye Ling?”

Ye Zifeng said helplessly, “She’s gone mountain hiking with friends. Should I call her?”

Ye Mo stopped him. “No need, let her play.”

“If Ye Ling knew you came and missed you, she’d be sad. She’s been hoping for your visit daily, and now that you’re here, she’s hiking,” Ye Zifeng smiled.

Ye Mo saw Ye Zifeng was doing well and asked casually, “Zifeng, how’s life?”

Ye Zifeng nodded. “It’s good, thanks to Grandpa. No one’s bothering me, and I’ve entered politics. Grandpa’s transferring responsibilities to me.”

“In that case, I can rest easy,” Ye Mo nodded. He worried most about Ye Ling and Ye Zifeng. Since Ye Zifeng found his purpose, he could relax. Otherwise, he might have brought Ye Zifeng to Flowing Snake.

“Big brother, don’t worry. Though our Ye family isn’t the largest in China, no one dares attack us. Grandpa is close with several international leaders, and Elder Tan and Feng visit frequently. Still, Grandpa says it’s mainly because of you. Without you, we wouldn’t have this success,” Ye Zifeng declared.

Ye Mo nodded. He knew Ye Beirong’s intentions but didn’t mind. Zifeng and Ye Ling were here; it was fine if they used his name.

However, Ye Mo didn’t think they were truly afraid of him. Since Elder Tan and Feng appeared, he no longer underestimated a country’s power. He was concerned, not afraid.

The problem was, if he didn’t reach stage 4 in time, Tan Jiao’s revenge would destroy his family.

He had no chance against Tan Jiao at level 3; he couldn’t even escape. And Ye Mo believed that even if Han Zaixin and others wanted to help, they wouldn’t intervene directly. They were realistic. But he didn’t underestimate them. Elder Han speaking up for him against Tan Jiao was significant.

So he was careful. With Tan Jiao, who knew if there weren't more like her? Did a country have no backup? Was the government truly suppressed by hidden sects? Ye Mo doubted it but wouldn't investigate. His principle was to not provoke others. And he was especially unwilling to act against a country.

“Elder Han said if you returned, you should visit his house if you had time. Zhang Jue and Li Hu have also visited many times, saying they can’t reach you,” Ye Zifeng continued.

Ye Mo nodded. “I have business this time. I’ll see them next time. And, if Ye Ling doesn’t like living here, tell her to go to Flowing Snake. I have assets there.”

“Oh…” Ye Zifeng asked, “Are you leaving already?”

“Yes, I have things to do. By the way, the bracelet Ye Ling brought—that was from Mother, right? Did she say anything else to me?”

Ye Zifeng confirmed. “Yeah, when Father left, you and Ye Ling weren’t there. He told me to give you the bracelet, saying it was from Mother, but he didn’t say anything else.”

Ye Mo frowned. “Did he say where Mother went?”

Ye Zifeng shook his head. “No, but…”

“But what?” Ye Mo asked.

“When I was young, I overheard my parents arguing. Mother said, ‘Why don’t you go abroad and find that bitch?’ Then, they separated. Years later, Mother left the Ye family. I don’t know if she meant your mother,” Ye Zifeng said sadly. After his mother left, he and Ye Ling searched everywhere but couldn’t find her.

Ye Mo said, “Okay, since you have more resources, spend more time looking for your mother. I’m going, but I’ll visit again. Also, give this pill to Ye Ling.”

Ye Mo passed a bottle to Ye Zifeng.

Ye Zifeng took it, shocked. “Big brother, this isn’t the beauty pill?”

Ye Mo smiled. “Tell Ye Ling she won’t need another beauty pill after this. It’s countless times more precious. Well then, I’ll be going.”

Ye Zifeng was frozen. What pill was countless times more precious than the beauty pill? How did his brother have such a recipe? He thought of the pill Ye Ling gave him; his wounds healed quickly. Where did his brother get these pills?

“Zifeng, did your big brother come?” Ye Beirong’s voice sounded outside.

Ye Zifeng snapped to attention and went to the door. “Yes, Grandpa. He visited me and Ye Ling, but Ye Ling’s hiking. Big brother said he’s busy but will come again. He said if Ye Ling doesn’t like Beijing, she should go to his place in Flowing Snake. He has assets there. Hmm, Flowing Snake?”

Ye Zifeng reacted. Wasn’t Luo Yue Corporation’s HQ in Flowing Snake? The home of beauty pill production. Ye Zifeng looked at the jade bottle and seemed to understand. He almost screamed, “Is Luo Yue Corporation big brother’s?”

Ye Beirong sighed. He was sure Ye Zifeng was right. Ye Mo’s rapid success was astounding.

Luckily, he stopped his schemes against Ye Mo in time. Otherwise, the Ye family wouldn’t exist. They might be like the Song family. Everyone knew why the Song family fell and the Ye family prospered—it was all because of Ye Mo.

Ye Beirong was in a daze.

“Grandpa, did big brother really create Luo Yue Corporation?” Ye Zifeng was shocked. He’d seen grand things but understood the beauty pill’s value. This was incredibly lucrative. He hadn’t thought it belonged to his brother. His brain short-circuited. He didn’t dare believe it.

The reason for the many people in Beijing lately was Luo Yue Corporation’s conference.

Ye Beirong nodded. “Zifeng, you’re right. No one else would have the guts to open factories there. Remember, learn from your brother. He’s a dragon amongst men. His slightest advice benefits you greatly. However…”

Ye Zifeng quickly nodded. “I know, Grandpa, however what?”

Ye Beirong sighed. “Your brother acts on his heart, unaffected by external factors. He treats people as they treat him. This is admirable, but being too rigid makes one easy to break. Though fortunate and strong, he’s still one person. Zifeng, remember: stiff equals brittle; only the soft yin prevails. The softest thing is water. Be like water. This is the highest mental state. If you have the chance, persuade your brother. With the beauty pill, he can go anywhere. He doesn’t need to base himself in Flowing Snake. Sigh, he’s probably not someone you can persuade.”

“Why?” “I heard Zhang Jue say my brother is practically invincible. What could happen?” Ye Zifeng asked confusedly. He cared deeply for his brother.

Ye Beirong said slowly, “Invincible? Many capable men are in China. Who can claim invincibility? Flowing Snake is on the border of China, Vietnam, and Laos. Luo Yue is practically on Vietnamese land. It was deserted and chaotic, but now, Luo Yue’s expansion brings prosperity. A prosperous place without military protection—what do you think will happen?”

Ye Zifeng stood up worriedly. “Grandpa, you mean Vietnam and Laos will attack Flowing Snake? Aren’t they afraid of China?”

Ye Beirong said plainly, “Afraid of China? One, Luo Yue isn’t registered in China. Two, the territory is Vietnamese. Why would China send reinforcements? Many feel threatened by your brother. Who would mobilize troops for him? Of course, this is just my guess. This could cause international conflict, so even Vietnam and Laos need to be careful.”