CHAPTER 26
After agreeing on the itinerary for the next day with Du Huiru, Sheng Qing and the other two returned to the Qiu residence.
He dialed the phone number in Shangcheng District through the encrypted channel at Qiu's residence, intending to report the progress to Meng Yunxi.
"The captain hasn't returned yet." The person who answered the phone was Le Tian, another member of Team Zero who had traveled from the lower city to the upper city.
"I hope nothing bad has happened." Sheng Qing thought of what happened at the hotel during the day and became a little worried.
"Why do you say that?" Le Tian asked warily on the other end of the phone.
"Today, the captain might have offended those cat-people who are 70% cat-like, in order to help me," Sheng Qing explained in a few words, then added, "They won't tattle on me or anything, will they?"
"Impossible." A low laugh came from the other end of the phone. "They're too busy currying favor with the captain."
"Hmm?" Sheng Qing asked, puzzled.
"The captain now has someone to back him up."
"Um?"
"It's hard to say for sure right now, but it should be fine."
Qin Feiyan took the phone and briefly explained Du Huiru's situation before hanging up.
"Don't worry, that's our captain, Meng Yunxi, who has been the best anomaly detective in Mengcheng for three consecutive years." Qin Feiyan patted Sheng Qing on the shoulder. "The probability of us losing our lives is greater than the probability of him getting hurt."
"Tsk tsk tsk, something's not right." Qin Feiyu revealed a meaningful smile. "Sister Sheng Qing, you haven't fallen for my Brother Meng, have you?"
“You can donate your brain if you don’t need it.” Sheng Qing glanced at Qin Feiyu.
"The captain is very popular, you know. I'm not trying to discourage you."
Qin Feiyu sensed the juicy gossip and pulled out a small notebook from somewhere, quickly scribbling something down.
Then, in an exaggerated tone, he announced, "Congratulations on becoming Brother Meng's fifteenth suitor! I look forward to seeing how you perform!"
Sheng Qing rolled her eyes: "Is that all you think about? I just asked a few questions out of concern."
“Yes, yes, that’s what they argued back then too.” Qin Feiyu continued to herself, “Sister Shengqing, be bolder. Fail sooner, then change your target. Don’t put all your eggs in one basket.”
"Don't spread rumors about me." Sheng Qing snatched the notebook from Qin Feiyan's hand, and with a thought, summoned a flickering flame.
"If you keep talking nonsense, I'll burn you!"
"Oh dear, I was wrong, okay? This is the culmination of my years of hard work." Seeing that Sheng Qing seemed to be serious, Qin Feiyu pleaded, "Sister Sheng Qing, from now on you will be my sister."
Sheng Qing then extinguished the flames and returned the notebook to Qin Feiyu.
I glanced at the contents of the notebook unintentionally.
In a certain month of a certain year, someone tried to curry favor with MYX by offering food, drinks, handmade crafts, and expensive gifts.
In short, they were all rejected.
Is Qin Feiyu really that bored?
Is Meng Yunxi really that popular?
Du Huiru's presentation in the Xiacheng District was a great success, and Sheng Qing was also infected by the enthusiasm of the audience, and he applauded enthusiastically.
As the presentation ended, Du Huiru waved goodbye to everyone.
Sheng Qing noticed a malicious gaze sweeping over her. She exchanged a glance with the Qin siblings, who clearly sensed it as well.
Sheng Qing slowed his pace, pressed close to Du Huiru, and whispered, "Someone's there, be careful..."
Before he could finish speaking, a sharp gust of wind swept in. Sheng Qing summoned his golden element to coat his entire body and turned to the side to block the incoming airflow.
That's some serious strength!
Sheng Qing's figure swayed.
Qin Feiyan spotted the direction of the attack and dashed out like an arrow.
Sheng Qing and Qin Feiyu escorted Du Huiru as she left the scene, one in front and one behind.
The audience below the stage did not notice anything unusual and continued to cheer and shout enthusiastically.
After entering the enclosed room, the two exchanged glances, and Sheng Qing continued to accompany Du Huiru to sort out the matters for their upcoming trip to the Upper City.
Qin Feiyu took some precautions at the door before heading to meet Qin Feiyan.
Half an hour later, the Qin siblings escorted a person whose entire body was covered by a large gray coat into the room.
"That's him!"
As they spoke, Qin Feiyan pulled off her gray robe, revealing a cat-like human who was 80% cat-like.
"Who instructed you?" Qin Feiyan shouted sternly.
"So what if we lost? Do with us as you please, stop talking nonsense." The cat-man was quite tough.
"Since that's the case, you can wait here for now. We'll come back to you to demand an explanation after we've finished our business. You'd better still be this tough then." Qin Feiyan glanced at Sheng Qing and gestured for Du Huiru to leave.
“We can prepare to head to the upper district now.” Du Huiru straightened the manuscript in her hand, got up and followed Sheng Qing out of the room.
The group arrived at a residence in the upper district in the afternoon, acting mysteriously as if they were conducting underground activities.
The presentation was scheduled for 5 p.m., and Sheng Qing stood at the window and glanced out at the street.
People passing by were in a hurry, but almost everyone had a flyer handed to them.
Without even looking, you can guess that this was Du Huiru's doing; the flyer lists the time, location, and a brief introduction to the presentation.
Just before going on stage, Du Huiru handed Sheng Qing a set of equipment to conceal his body and face.
“The Upper District is not comparable to the Lower District. It is fraught with danger. Even if you are willing to be exposed to the public eye, I dare not let you act rashly.” Du Huiru’s eyes were sincere.
“Although it would be more convincing for you to show your true face, I am responsible for your safety,” Du Huiru added when Sheng Qing declined.
"It's okay, I was already on the wanted list anyway," Sheng Qing explained. "Having too many lice doesn't make you feel itchy."
It's unlikely they would do something like that in public.
The presentation went smoothly, except for that gaze that had been fixed on Sheng Qing since early on, including right now.
Putting aside their doubts for the time being, Sheng Qing and the Qin siblings escorted Du Huiru away.
A handsome young man from a foreign land, dressed in flowing white robes, appeared on their path; it was Blake.
The Qin siblings turned around and looked at Sheng Qing with a puzzled expression, and Sheng Qing returned the same puzzled look.
How did he end up here?
This is the first time we've met since we parted ways in the old man's lab with the hoarse voice. Not counting the time I was disguised as Reed.
Blake looked at the group with a half-smile, finally fixing his gaze on Sheng Qing.
"Sister, it's been a long time."
The alluring voice rang out, and Sheng Qing immediately sensed something was wrong.
He winked at the Qin siblings, signaling them to quickly take Du Huiru away.
Who knows if this seemingly harmless boy will suddenly change his attitude and throw you against the wall?
"Why are you here?" Sheng Qing stopped and asked warily.
"Sister, why have you suddenly become so cold?" Before she finished speaking, Blake leaned closer and brought his face close to Sheng Qing's.
"Stay away from me." Sheng Qing took a step back.
"I miss my sister so much." As he spoke, Blake took another step forward and reached out to brush the stray hairs from Sheng's ear.
"Don't touch me." Sheng Qing slapped the other person's hand away without any politeness.
Blake wasn't annoyed. He put the hand that had touched Sheng Qing's hair to his nose and sniffed it, showing a troubled expression.
"My sister has a strange smell."
"What did you do to that cat-like transformation surgery?" Sheng Qing recalled that after the surgery, she could smell a strange fragrance again, and coincidentally, Blake appeared here again.
No matter how you look at it, this is all inextricably linked to the young man in front of you.
"Oh, right, that's the reason." Blake feigned sudden realization. "Sister, let me help you get rid of them all."
"No need, I have my own way." Who knows what he's up to?
“But right now I just want to smell my fragrant sister.” Blake suddenly grabbed Sheng Qing’s shoulders and leaned down to touch Sheng Qing’s neck.
“There are too many people in the audience, let’s go somewhere else.” Blake’s tone carried an undeniable air of authority.
Sheng Qing frowned, and with a thought, he summoned elemental power, regardless of what it was, and directly attacked Blake.
“It seems my sister has really forgotten,” Blake chuckled. “These things are useless to me.”
Unsurprisingly, the conjured form of elemental power vanished the moment it touched Blake.
"What exactly are you?" Sheng Qing said through gritted teeth.
"I'll tell my sister this secret later." As soon as she finished speaking, the buildings beside her rushed backward.
Finally, it stopped in front of a brightly lit, dazzlingly ornate building that resembled a palace.
“The dinner party has started. Sister, you haven’t eaten yet, have you?” Blake loosened his grip on her hand and instead linked arms with hers. “Let’s fill our stomachs first so we’ll have the energy to do other things.”
Sheng Qing suddenly remembered the dinner party that the Qin siblings had mentioned, the so-called important person's dinner party. Could this be it?
Blake led Sheng Qing into a luxurious private room with glass panels that provided a clear view of the banquet hall.
"What kind of banquet is this?" Sheng Qing stood in front of the glass of the private room and glanced at the banquet hall, which was bustling with people yet orderly.
"A ceremony specially prepared for new humans who have reached 100% cat-like transformation." Blake picked up the tea on the table and took an elegant sip.
"A new kind of human?" Sheng Qing sneered.
"What would you like to eat, sister?" Blake picked out a brightly colored fruit, walked over to Sheng Qing, and was about to feed her. "Oh, by the way, your friend is among them too."
"No need." Sheng Qing frowned slightly, gently turned her face away, and pushed the fruit away.
Suddenly it dawned on me, "My friend?"
Could it be Meng Yunxi? Sheng Qing once again turned her gaze to the banquet hall, trying to find his figure.
Suddenly there was a knock on the door of the private room, followed by a clear female voice.
"Is Mr. Blake here?" The female voice waited a moment, then continued, "I'm Sissi, may I see you?"
Blake remained silent, but instead gave Sheng Qing a meaningful look and said leisurely, "What a coincidence, speak of the devil and he appears."
What does that mean? Sheng Qing looked towards the door, puzzled.
"Come in." Blake sat on the velvet sofa, looking completely at ease.
The door to the private room was pushed open from the outside in, and a pretty figure walked in.
Sheng Qing almost cried out in surprise.
Is this a mouse that has become a spirit? It's wearing a pure white dress, can walk upright, and can even talk!
Then a cat-man in a blue-gray suit followed Miss Mouse into the private room and very considerately closed the door gently.
Sheng Qing felt as if she had forgotten to breathe, her mind went blank, and she stared blankly at the mouse and cat in front of her.
Who else could be wearing that blue-gray suit but Meng Yunxi?
But how did he become 100% cat-like in less than two days?
And how did you end up with this lady mouse?
Why is there a lady mouse?
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