The store is of a high standard and well-equipped.
Although the screen doesn't block sound, there are noise blockers placed in the corners of the cubicles. Unless a person with special abilities in hearing or mental power has a cultivation level below the fourth rank, they cannot hear the sounds from next door.
As a precaution, Iris was fitted with a second layer of shielding.
Soon, the tea was served.
The tea server wore a tea-green modified cheongsam dress, white satin high heels, and her hair was tied up with a hairpin, exuding a calm and elegant demeanor.
The tea server came to the table, brewed tea for them, and demonstrated the tea ceremony.
Hua Changle's gaze fell on the tea server's face.
The tea server was someone I knew very well, Tao Zi.
It must be said that Tao Zi is very talented. In order to find more information, Tao Zi has tried all sorts of jobs, not just the 360s.
Tao Zi joined this dessert shop as a tea master and only needs to come three days a week to serve VIPs.
The address was given to Hua Changle by Tao Zi. The main reason for coming here is not for eating or drinking.
The mules are going to make their move tonight, and they chose this place to meet in order to confirm the details of the operation.
Tao Zi had some information about the people kidnapped on the ship. After Hua Changle confirmed it with her, he said:
"Don't leave home tonight. I have enough people on the ship. Just stay home. With Dog Lord's protection, your safety will be guaranteed."
As Tao Zi poured tea, he said, "I won't board the ship. I'll just follow them to the shore, make sure they're on the Coral, and then come back."
No, that won't do.
Hua Changle denied it without hesitation: "I can't guarantee that Mule's actions tonight might also be Jin Xiangyin's way of testing me. If so, he will definitely send someone in the dark."
"Your sudden approach will easily be discovered. If something happens to you, it will distract Qiu Quan and me, which would be a loss for us."
"Don't worry, I have other ways to determine whether those people have boarded the ship."
Just stay home and be safe. That's what I want to see most.
Tao Zi clearly felt somewhat disappointed that she couldn't help.
Fortunately, life isn't a melodramatic soap opera; there aren't many stories where people know the truth but refuse to listen to advice, insist on going anyway, get arrested, and then have to trouble others to save them.
Tao Zi knew she couldn't help with the operation that night, so she immediately assured him, "Then I won't get involved. I'll go home after get off work and wait patiently for your good news."
"Sister Peach is so well-behaved."
Hua Changle smiled as she accepted the tea offered, taking a light sniff; the aroma was invigorating.
Tao Zi blushed slightly, then finished pouring the iris wine and said goodbye before leaving.
After a while, when the traditional tea and snacks were served, Hua Changle looked out the window at the bustling traffic and, for once, cleared her mind.
Iris was really thirsty. After gulping down two pots of tea, she stood up and ran to the toilet.
Hua Changle thought for a moment, then opened the communication and sent a message.
?: [Sister~ (Cat peeking out.jpg)]
She sent the message to Hua Anning.
After a while, Hua Anning replied.
Ning: [I'm here. How are you over there? How's your health? Feng hasn't told me anything. You guys should be doing well, right?]
?: [Everything is fine! My injuries have mostly healed, and I'm telling you first thing, my cultivation level has even broken through!]
Things are going smoothly. My older brother was slightly injured, but it's nothing serious. Iris is here; she's with me, so don't worry!
Ning: [That's good]
Ning: [Is there something you need to talk to me about?]
Hua Changle hesitated for a moment in front of the communicator, but still sent the message.
?: [Sister, I've found "Third Sister"!]
Ning: [...You know who he is, right?]
?:【Um】
?: [Sister, I don't want you to lie to me. I want to ask you, how did he die? Or tell me, sister, how do I find out?]
Hua Anning replied after a while:
[Lele, Shen Fuguang's death is very complicated and involves many things. If you want to understand it, you must know about the evil god and the 001 God-Making Laboratory three hundred years ago.]
My father said, "The Tower of Heavenly Mending has given you an invitation. Go there; it will give you the answers. The answers there will be more complete than what I can tell from my limited perspective."
?: [Okay, I understand]
Ning: [Don't overthink it, Lele. It's not your fault. I never lie to you.]
Hua Changle smiled when she saw what she had posted.
Hua Anning is different from the other members of the Hua family. While her older brothers' relationships might involve missions within the system, Hua Anning's affection is genuine.
Moreover, in all the dark nightmares, among the original owner's hateful face, there was never Hua Anning.
Thank you, sister.
Ning: [Don't be afraid, keep moving forward, I'm on your side.]
Hua Changle's eyes stung, and a thin layer of mist suddenly appeared before her eyes.
She was afraid—afraid of the unknown, heavy secret, afraid that her frail back couldn't bear the burden.
It's truly heartwarming when someone you care about stands by your side without hesitation.
Ning: [I've already gone back to the Hua family home. I'm waiting for you to come back.]
Hua: 【\(^o^)/~Okay~】
Hua Changle turned off the communication, and after Iris returned, the two got into the car.
...
The Hua family.
After finishing her correspondence, Hua Anning walked back into Hua Lihan's office.
Hua Lihan is on holiday today and is working from home.
At this moment, there are several sheets of paper on his table, detailing the transactions of highly effective inhibitors of controlled drugs.
When Hua Anning walked in, her face had already returned to its icy expression.
She stood by the table, her lowered gaze piercing: "Dad, you shouldn't have kept Lele's matter from me."
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