The Master’s Mask Unveiled Again
Chapter 701 - Chapter 701 Chapter 700 You're Not Intentionally Avoiding Me, Are You

Chapter 701: Chapter 700: You’re Not Intentionally Avoiding Me, Are You?

Chapter 701: Chapter 700: You’re Not Intentionally Avoiding Me, Are You?

This conclusion was not hard to guess.

Xiao Qimo had already learned the identities of the other four people, only the fifth person remained unknown.

Now, seeing the complex relationship between Lu Mian and Sikong Jian and analyzing their conversation once more, he found the answers to his long-standing confusion.

No wonder the little rascal and Ya Ling refused to say a word; it must be because Sikong Jian now holds a high position and it’s not convenient to reveal his identity.

Xiao Qimo had a moment of relief, followed by an irreplaceable sense of emptiness.

What relieved him was that he had found the reason why Lu Mian treated Sikong Jian so specially.

Given the little rascal’s straightforward nature, she probably didn’t differentiate between Sikong Jian and people like Yuren or Ya Ling.

It’s just that Yuren is reserved and not fond of talking, while Sikong Jian is out in the open with his pursuit.

The emptiness he felt was because some memories existed only among those five people, indelibly etched into their bones, and he had not been a part of themaEUR|

Sikong Jian was not surprised by Xiao Qimo’s deduction.

Neither confirming nor denying, he stood there with his hands in the pockets of his coat, his phoenix eyes devilishly playful, “Ah, are you jealous?”

Xiao Qimo snorted, “In your dreams!”

What was there to be jealous of?

Was he jealous that Sikong Jian had shared life and death experiences with Lu Mian?

Or that he knew how to carve bookmarks?

Hmph.

The refined man indifferently turned away and walked off into the distance.

Sikong Jian’s gaze lingered for a long time, the mischievousness in his phoenix eyes dissipating, replaced by a melancholy that couldn’t be dispersed.

I am jealous of you.

aEUR”aEUR”

The people in the conference room gradually regained some liveliness after Xiao Qimo and Sikong Jian had been gone for a while.

“Do you guys think that after this case is closed, we’ll still get to drink to Mr.

Qimo and Miss Lu’s wedding?”

“We should…

probably.”

“Of course, it’d all depend on Miss Lu’s wishes.

With two equally outstanding men pursuing her, if it were me, I’d also have difficulty choosing.”

“So that’s why, in our office, the real big shot isn’t Mr.

Sikong or Mr.

Qimo, but Miss Lu!

It looks like I will never get to taste the dumplings made by Miss Lu herself again…”

“That’s unthinkableaEUR”who would be so ungrateful as to boss around Miss Lu…”

Speaking of it, to Wang Xintong, these words couldn’t have been more irritating.

Everyone was praising Lu Mian to the skies.

Just by going against Lu Mian, does it mean one is ungrateful?

But she was doing it for the good of the office, working hard to help find a spy!

For such things, isn’t it better to wrongfully kill than to let go?

Wang Xintong felt frustrated but was not willing to be ignored just like that, so she stood up and walked over to Wa Zhiqi.

“Captain Wa, find some time to do a blood test on me again.

You need to keep an eye on your condition regularly.”

Wa Zhiqi, maintaining a shred of coworker politeness, waved her off, “Thanks, Dr.

Wang, I think I’m feeling quite good, no need for a check-up.”

“But what if you…”

“If I die, then consider it dying in the line of duty.

But I trust Mr.

Qimo and Miss Lu.”

That single word ‘trust’ completely distanced him from Wang Xintong’s position.

Wa Zhiqi and the rest of the team members left, arm in arm.

Wang Xintong ground her teeth in irritation, standing in a daze for a long time before slowly departing.

As she was passing through a corridor on her way back to her room, she happened to see Hua Ying standing alone.

Initially, she was not in the mood to bother with Hua Ying, but as she got closer, she heard what seemed like Hua Ying’s soft sobbing, and after thinking for a moment, she still went over to offer her comfort.

“Miss Hua, what’s wrong?”

Hua Ying quickly wiped away the tears in the corners of her eyes and forced a smile while shaking her head, “It’s nothing, I just miss my father.”

“I can understand how you feel.”

Hua Ying had been without a mother since childhood and was raised single-handedly by Dr.

Hua.

With her father, on whom she depended for life, missing and his whereabouts unknown, anyone would be heartbroken.

Not yet twenty years old, Hua Ying was already bearing these burdens, truly a cause for sympathy.

Wang Xintong patted her shoulder, “Don’t worry, everyone is trying their best to find your father.”

“So, was there any progress in the meeting you just had?” Hua Ying asked eagerly.

Wang Xintong shook her head, “No…

Alas, if only we knew who ‘Thirteen’ was, we wouldn’t have so many troublesome matters…”

“Thirteen…” Hua Ying paused, “Who is that?”

“He’s an exceptionally skilled hacker.

During the 726 kidnapping case, he single-handedly destroyed five laboratories.

If he were here, he’d definitely be able to help the office clear up a lot of things…”

Hua Ying pursed her lips as if she didn’t understand.

“Then why don’t you find him?”

“It’s not that we’re not looking, but he’s too mysterious.

However, don’t worry too much, some say Thirteen has already come to the office, and we will certainly find him.”

Hua Ying nodded vigorously, “That would be great!”

—

After returning to her room, Lu Mian lay on the bed with her arm as a pillow and a pen in her other hand, spinning it at a rapid pace.

When she opened her eyes, she saw nothing but the white ceiling.

A mist seemed to cover the girl’s eyes as she spun the pen, lost in thought about something.

Xiao Qimo walked in from outside, not revealing how he had gotten the key to Lu Mian’s room.

After knocking twice, he used the key to open the door himself.

Lu Mian sat up gracefully, now sitting cross-legged on the bed.

The ballpoint pen in her hand didn’t fall despite her sweeping movements, continuing to spin steadily.

She looked up at Xiao Qimo, “Is something the matter?”

Of course!

Xiao Qimo was frustrated.

Earlier at the meeting, Sikong Jian had publicly brought out a bookmark, admitting to his pursuit, and no one had given him an explanation yet!

And their relationship, she hadn’t clarified that either!

And furthermore, couldn’t the little rascal say some sweet nothings to appease him…

The man slowly put his right hand into his trouser pocket, adjusting his glasses with his left.

The reflection on the lenses hid the gloom and resentment in his eyes.

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Meeting Lu Mian’s clear gaze, Xiao Qimo parted his lips.

“I’m fine, just wanted to check on you.”

Though seeking comfort, he ended up expressing concern for Lu Mian.

Lu Mian gave a slight smile, “What could be wrong with me?

It’s always the same.”

“Seeing you hurriedly leave earlier, I thought something happened.

You’re not purposely avoiding me, right?” Xiao Qimo sat down on the bed edge with elegance, his sincere eyes locked on Lu Mian.

Lu Mian licked her lips.

Feeling guilty…

“Ah, right.” Lu Mian shifted away from Xiao Qimo’s topic, put down the pen, and took his hand, “How’s your hand?

Why’d you get so mad at a sofa!”

Xiao Qimo: …Was I really mad at the sofa?!

His large hand enveloped by hers, no matter how upset he felt, the slightest bit of gentleness from her would soothe everything.

Xiao Qimo took a deep breath, “Mianmian, I’ve discovered Sikong Jian’s identity.”

“You figured it out.” Lu Mian’s fingers paused, she dimmed her gaze, “Please keep his secret.”

Xiao Qimo fell silent.

Yet Lu Mian reached out and gently stroked his cheek, her voice soft and tender.

“Isn’t there a celebration banquet after solving the case?” She smiled slightly, her eyes taunting, yet filled with dazzling stars.

“What, not in a hurry to solve the case anymore?”

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