Here is the translated chapter of the Chinese martial arts novel into English, preserving the original storytelling style and keeping special terms untranslated:
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It was clear that both of them were watching everything that Tu Liong and Wie Kie-hong were doing.
"Miss," it seemed Cu Siau-thian had to wait for Tu Liong and Wie Kie-hong to be in front of him before he was willing to continue his words, "The suspicion you have made is unreasonable.
If your father took the blood-red diamond wherever he went, if the diamond is not in Oey Souw's hands now, it must be in Leng Souw-hiang's hands.
In any case, it is impossible for the diamond to be in my hands.
No matter what I say, I couldn't possibly be involved in it.
If your father has hidden the blood-red diamond in a secret place, then I have even less to do with it.
You are gravely mistaken to seek me out for that diamond."
"Brother Yan..." now Tu Liong interjected, "do you think that your father's blood-red diamond is in Cu Siau-thian's hands?"
"Yes."
"Why?"
"Of the five people who harmed my father, four are dead. Only he remains. That's why the suspicion on him is the greatest."
"What is your main purpose in coming to the city of Pakhia?"
"Of course, to find the blood-red diamond."
"In that case, for you, this diamond is the main reason for your coming here."
"That's indeed the case."
"Then think carefully. In my view, it is impossible for the blood-red diamond to be in Cu Siau-thian's hands."
"Why?"
"If he had already obtained the blood-red diamond at that time, he wouldn't need to kill Hui Taiya and Leng Taiya. Hui Taiya couldn't see, and Leng Taiya lost his hand; facing Cu Taiya, they couldn't do anything. Why would Cu Taiya need to kill them?"
Thiat-yan fell silent, seemingly understanding what Tu Liong wanted to convey.
"Cu Taiya," Tu Liong slowly said, "first of all, I want to admit my mistake. You've played too many strategic games. It's not surprising that Thiat-yan feels suspicious... only you understand the actual situation. If you don't explain the truth to us all, this misunderstanding might drag on even further."
"Tu Liong, what explanation do you want from me?"
"I want to ask you two things."
"Go ahead."
"Who killed Hiong-ki?"
"I don't know."
"Where is Kie-hong's father right now?"
"I don't know."
Suddenly, Tu Liong's expression became very cold. He then said, "Cu Taiya, you could actually answer both of these questions, why are you pretending not to know?"
Cu Siau-thian suddenly laughed coldly. He then said to Tu Liong with a cold demeanor: "Tu Liong! I brought you from outside the city and raised you to become who you are. Now you dare speak to me like this. Don't you feel you're going too far?"
"Cu Taiya! I will always remember your kindness in raising me until I die. But..."
"But what? This matter has nothing to do with you. No kindness, no grudge. When others have already pointed weapons at me, not helping me is alright. Why are you instead helping others to fight against me? Can your actions be forgiven?"
"Cu Taiya! You should know how close I am with Wie Kie-hong. This matter greatly concerns him."
"What does it have to do with him?"
"It concerns the whereabouts of his father right now. Whether he is still alive or dead... Cu Taiya! I still want to ask two more questions."
"Go ahead."
"I sincerely hope you can give a satisfying answer this time."
"I will try."
"Where is Kie-hong’s father now?"
"I don't know."
"Then where is your foster brother Boh Tan-ping now?"
"I don't know."
Tu Liong had asked four questions. All were answered with "don't know." Thiat-yan coldly said: "Tu Siauya, you are wasting your effort. Even if you ask a hundred more questions, it will all be in vain. Cu Taiya, this old man, his mouth is very tight. He will not leak any secrets."
"Tu Liong," Cu Siau-thian said a bit hastily, "I have a slight misunderstanding with Thiat-yan. I believe I can straighten out this misunderstanding quickly. Could you two leave us alone for a moment?"
All this time, Wie Kie-hong had not said anything. Only because he held Tu Liong in high regard and also trusted him, did he suddenly say: "Tu toako, we should leave now."
Tu Liong understood Wie Kie-hong very well. If he said to leave, there must be a special reason. Therefore, he said nothing more and followed Wie Kie-hong out of the room.
After stepping out of the entrance, he then asked Wie Kie-hong.
"What’s the matter?"
"Didn’t you say earlier that this San-poa gang has become a trap? Why don’t we prove it ourselves?"
"This trap is not meant for us."
"Then who is this trap for?"
"To trap Thiat-yan."
"Tu toako! I don't think you need to worry about him. If he doesn't have full confidence, how could he dare to enter the trap so openly like this?"
"Oh?"
"Tu toako! If you don't believe it, let's split up to examine the surroundings of this house. Perhaps Cu Taiya is hiding something. It is also possible that Thiat-yan did not come here alone."
"Alright, I’ll go check over there... you go over there..." Tu Liong pointed around. "We will meet again in front of the side room door."
"Alright."
Tu Liong moved very quickly. In no time, he was already in the shadows of the house. Wie Kie-hong also quickly turned around. Before him was a dark corridor. He was just about to start exploring this house when suddenly he realized that someone was already standing in front of him. The person stood in the dimness of the room. His face was not visible at all.
"Who are you?" Wie Kie-hong asked in surprise, simultaneously striking a ready-to-fight pose.
"Are you Wie Kie-hong?" the interlocutor did not answer the question. His voice was hoarse.
"Correct. Who are you? Are you the person who told me not to give the umbrella to Miss Thiat-yan back then?"
"Don't ask who I am... I just want you to listen to my words. Leave here quickly. The farther you go, the better. The sooner you leave, the better."
"Where should I go?"
"That's up to you."
"Are you a henchman of Cu Siau-thian?"
"No."
"Then how many people has Cu Siau-thian hidden here?"
"Quite a few."
"Are you afraid I will be in danger here?"
"Yes."
"My friend is still here. I have to inform him and leave together..."
"Is your friend named Tu Liong?"
"Yes."
"Rest assured. Cu Siau-thian is very fond of him. He won't get hurt."
"I cannot leave him here just like that."
The person immediately walked closer. Now Wie Kie-hong could see his face more clearly. Wie Kie-hong was struck by surprise. This person looked strange. His eyebrows were white, and his eyes were red. In a low voice, he said: "Leave quickly! If you linger any longer, you won't be able to escape."
"Sorry!" Wie Kie-hong said coldly: "You haven't explained your background. How do I know whether your intentions are good or evil?"
"Wie Siauya! If you listen to my words, you can quickly leave this dangerous place. I am willing to tell you what you want to know."
"About what?"
"For instance, who currently holds the blood-red diamond, who had the idea to harm Tiat Liong-san back then, how Hui Taiya and Leng Taiya died. There's more... there's more about your father's whereabouts and so on."
This offer sounded very promising. Wie Kie-hong felt a bit hesitant.
"Can you keep your word?"
"Wie Siauya, you should be able to guess from my words. I am an honest person."
"Alright..."
"Kie-hong!" Suddenly, from the middle of the dark room, Tu Liong shouted at him, "don't listen to his words. He is lying!"
Wie Kie-hong was stunned. It seemed the white-eyebrowed person was equally startled.
"Kie-hong! Earlier you asked him if there are any of Cu Siau-thian's henchmen here. He answered 'quite a few.' I have searched the whole house. Not to mention Cu Siau-thian's men, I didn’t even find any ghostly shadows here. If he has already told one lie, all he says cannot be trusted."
The person slowly said, "Sir, you must be Tu Siauya..."
"Correct," Tu Liong began approaching.
The person retreated two steps, seemingly not wanting to be too close to him. He appeared not to want to be seen by Tu Liong.
"Let me see who you are," Tu Liong continued to approach.
"Tu Siauya, please don't come any closer. Don't force it like this."
"Why? Are you afraid I might recognize you?"
"Tu Siauya, heed my warning. Young men like you and Wie Kie-hong won't be able to see how cunning Cu Taiya is."
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Glossary of Terms:
- Taiya: A title or honorific used for respected elders or masters, often in martial arts contexts.
- Siauya: A respectful form of address for a young master or young gentleman.
- Toako: An endearing term for an older brother or elder.
- Siau-thian: A name or title, left untranslated as per the request.