Rebirth 2010, the best

Chapter 332 Reunion with the Female Spy

Lu Yao always felt that he was a rather passive person.

Not only did he think so, but Lu Qing and his friends also liked to say that about him.

The young girl was clearly eagerly waiting for him to make a promise, but he acted as if nothing had happened, never mentioning it or saying anything.

People around him tried to persuade him, but after realizing it was useless, they could only watch as the girls around him came and went like a fleeting glance.

To be honest, back in the Sichuan and Chongqing area, a man with a stable annual income of hundreds of thousands, a high level of education, who had bought a house and a car, and whose looks were particularly attractive to girls, really didn't lack admirers.

But little by little... he went from a sunny young man to a greasy middle-aged man, and he never committed to anyone for life.

Lu Qing found it ironic.

The parents didn't understand.

She even doubted at one point whether her son's sexual orientation was abnormal.

Moreover, even Lu Yao himself didn't know why this was the case.

He genuinely liked the girl beside him, but... he just couldn't picture it.

Or rather, I can't imagine living with a girl like that.

I can't even imagine it.

But this time it's different...

He had truly imagined countless times what it would be like to spend his future with her.

It's not about being extremely wealthy or powerful.

Rather, it's the kind of ordinary, unremarkable life.

We went to work together, left work together, and ate together.

There will be one or two mischievous monsters in the house, the kind that are incredibly noisy.

Then on Saturday and Sunday, the family happily went camping and on a picnic.

The child can enroll in several hobby classes. While helping with homework, the parent might constantly complain, "Why is your dad a PhD while you're a terrible student?" or "Your intelligence really comes from your mom," and so on. Then Hu Li overhears this and comes over and punches him a few times...

He liked everything.

He longed for it every single day.

With this matter settled, and his heart set on something, he stepped out of his comfort zone for the first time.

Although... he was also somewhat bewildered.

But when he heard the words "I do," he kissed the sweetest lips he had ever felt in his life.

Are you happy?

Of course happy.

Because he sensed a very clear future.

That's also his favorite future.

So, that night, Lu Yao held her in his arms and slept the most restful sleep he could ever have.

It just felt incredibly relaxing.

I haven't experienced that kind of perfect deep sleep in a long time.

She didn't even dream, and the night passed without incident. When she regained consciousness, Hu Li was already dressed.

Good morning, fiancé.

Upon hearing this address, Lu Yao paused for a moment, then suddenly smiled.

He pulled her directly into his arms, wrapped his legs around her, and buried his face in her fragrant embrace, saying:
"what time is it?"

"It's past 9 o'clock. You slept so soundly today."

"Well……"

Upon hearing this, his first reaction was:

"I don't want you to leave."

Her flight was at noon, and although a private jet could wait... in the end, they would still have to part ways.

A feeling of reluctance began to spread.

"Okay, I'll be back soon. At most a month, I promise."

The mature woman, whose face was also partially revealed by the rolled-up curtain, patted her fiancé's back:

"Get up quickly, get up and take me to the airport. We're going to be late."

"……Um."

Although he was extremely reluctant, he still responded and got up to wash up.

As soon as I got to the bathroom, I heard the phone ring.

He didn't pay attention and quickly washed his face and brushed his teeth, until Hu Li came over with the phone:

"It's Zheng Xiaofan."

"Oh?"

Lu Yao was taken aback, guessing that it must be Brother Fan coming to report the results of the battle.

So I just took it and connected the call:
"Hey, Brother Fan."

"...Are you with Hu Li?"

The voice on Zheng Xiaofan's end was devoid of any emotion.

Lu Yao didn't think much of it and said directly:
"Yes, I just got up and was planning to take her to the airport."

"Hmm...how long will it take you?"

"I reckon that after all the hustle and bustle and having breakfast, it'll be noon by then."

"..."

After a moment of silence following his words, Zheng Xiaofan said:

"Why don't you let her go to the airport by herself? I need to talk to you about something, so you'll have to come over."

"Uh……"

To Lu Yao's astonishment, Hu Li looked at her boyfriend with the toothbrush still in his mouth and asked in confusion:
"what's wrong?"

Lu Yao subconsciously shook his head, thought for a moment, and said to Zheng Xiaofan:

"How about... this afternoon? Are you in a hurry?"

"There's no rush, but she wants you to be there before 10:30... so how about this afternoon?"

Seemingly sensing Lu Yao's predicament, Zheng Xiaofan didn't say anything more, only asking him to contact her after dropping off Hu Li, and then hung up the phone.

"What do you want to talk to you about?"

"Yes, I need to go over there. It's probably about a project."

"...Isn't the project a research institution? Why is it so entangled with the National Security Bureau?"

She muttered a speechless complaint, then very magnanimously said:

"Why don't you go and see what he wants from you?"

"Need not."

Lu Yao casually shook his head:
Nothing is more important than giving you a gift today.

He could tell from the conversation that it wasn't Zheng Xiaofan looking for him, but Luo Xuewei.

That "TA" definitely has the "woman" radical.

but……

who do you think You Are?

He was just a prisoner.

Do you really think you're a special guest?
……

"Lu Yao will be here this afternoon."

In the interrogation room.

Wearing handcuffs and a yellow vest, Luo Xuewei glanced at Zheng Xiaofan in surprise upon hearing this, then gave a slight smile.
"Ha, didn't you tell him I had something very important to discuss with him?"

Her tone caused everyone in the interrogation room, including Zheng Xiaofan, to frown involuntarily.

At this moment, a staff member sitting next to the camera tapped the table with a pen:

"Da da da."

"Watch your attitude!"

Upon hearing this, Luo Xuewei shifted her gaze from Zheng Xiaofan to this person.

Suddenly, she smiled and shook her head:

"Alright, if it's his own choice..."

Meaningful, yet lighthearted.

As if nothing had happened, she composed herself and looked at the people in front of her, saying:

"I won't say anything until Lu Yao arrives. So, gentlemen, please be patient, we'll see you this afternoon."

"..."

……

"Then... I'm leaving?"

Shanghai Airport.

Hu Li looked at the small terminal building that was so close by and said to her fiancé.

"……Um."

Lu Yao nodded, though reluctant, and said:

"come back earlier."

"Know it."

She leaned forward, embraced Lu Yao, and gave him a deep kiss:
"wait me back."

"Okay, I'll wait for you. Love you~"

Lu Yao hugged his girlfriend tightly.

Although they had parted ways many times, he was still somewhat sad each time.

This hug lasted for a long time, until Hu Li pushed him away on her own initiative:

"Okay, okay, I'm leaving."

"Kiss." "Mmm."

Kissing, hugging, over and over again.

After dawdling for about ten minutes, Hu Li finally pushed her luggage into the airport.

Lu Yao watched her figure disappear into the crowd before sighing helplessly. He glanced at Chen Xiaoqun, who had been gossiping in the car for quite some time, scratched his head awkwardly, and got back into the car.

"Go to the National Security Bureau?"

Hearing Chen Xiaoqun's words, Lu Yao nodded:
"Yeah, let's go there and get a free meal."

He didn't eat much in the morning; he didn't have much of an appetite.

I am indeed a bit hungry right now.

So, just after 12 o'clock, Lu Yao arrived at Guoan.

He saw Zheng Xiaofan waiting for him.

"Brother Fan."

"Well, have you eaten yet?"

"No, I just came to freeload a meal."

Hearing Lu Yao's words, Zheng Xiaofan smiled and nodded:
"Let's go then, let's see what kind of cuisine we'll have for lunch today."

The three of them walked into the cafeteria together.

Needless to say, the food at Guoan's canteen is absolutely perfect.

Lu Yao even had a misconception... that the shrimp in this place were all a size larger than the average shrimp outside.

And it's completely self-service.

Eat as much as you want.

Fitness enthusiasts were ecstatic to see these enormous proteins.

When Lu Yao sat down at the table with his tray, Zheng Xiaofan glanced at the mountain of food on his plate and said speechlessly:
"So you're really here to freeload? You have such a good appetite?"

"Mmm, it's really good. I'm feeling especially hungry today."

He grinned and started peeling shrimp for himself.

The taste of braised shrimp needs no introduction; it's highly nutritious, delicious, and guilt-free, so of course I'm going to enjoy it today.

As he peeled the shrimp, he asked:
"What does Luo Xuewei want from me? Is there anything I need to do this afternoon? Is she locked up here right now?"

"Ah."

Zheng Xiaofan nodded:

"She's one of the main targets, so she'll definitely be locked up here first. As for what she wants with you... to be honest, I don't know. She insists she won't say a word until you show up..."

"Use some methods!"

"..."

"..."

Chen Xiaoqun and Zheng Xiaofan were both speechless.

Looking at his "What are you guys thinking?" expression, Zheng Xiaofan, who felt like she had already worn her lips out explaining to Lu Yao that this was a society governed by law, was too lazy to explain anymore and simply said:
"Go see her this afternoon and see what she's up to. That's why I called you here."

"Good...they've caught them all?"

"if not?"

Zheng Xiaofan countered:
"Do you think I can eat here in peace and quiet if they don't catch me?"

"...What should we do with all those videos and stuff she has?"

Hearing Lu Yao's words, Zheng Xiaofan also showed a helpless expression and sighed:
"Damn Apple iPhone..."

Lu Yao was taken aback...

Random and obvious.

Absolutely, Apple phones are really disgusting when it comes to encryption.

Especially with the A7 chip that came with the 4S, unlike the software encryption used in other phones, Apple started using the Secure Enclave independent security chip with the A7 chip.

The disgusting thing is that it is directly bound to physical hardware, and if it is brute-forced, it will directly delete all the data on the phone.

Furthermore, their software algorithm is indeed unique. The bottom line is 10 incorrect attempts. After 10 attempts, an alarm will be triggered, and the system lockout time will be extended with each password attempt. Unless a hacker massively cracks ICOULD to the cloud service, it is impossible to access the data on a mobile phone without a password.

Thinking of this, he said somewhat speechlessly:

"You're not expecting me to get her phone password, are you?"

"...Is it possible that Hu Li knows?"

"Uh...I don't know."

"That……"

Zheng Xiaofan thought for a moment, then shook his head:
"Actually, she was the one who suggested seeing you. She said she wouldn't say a word before seeing you, which is why she asked you to come. Try to get the password."

"..."

Lu Yao was speechless.

I was thinking to myself, what do you take me for...?

Doraemon?
Whatever you want, I can have it.

Seeing his expression, Zheng Xiaofan relaxed his shoulders:

"eat first."

"...What if I can't get it?"

"It'll be a tug-of-war. We have plenty of ways to deal with her, it's just a matter of time. If you can get it, great; if not... well, let's see what she really wants from you."

Hearing this, Lu Yao nodded slightly:
"Ok."

Let's see what she's up to.

……

The meal was finished around 12:40.

After Lu Yao followed Zheng Xiaofan into the office building, Lu Yao sat in his office and asked:
"So, is this matter considered closed?"

"Yes, the arrests are over. However, the subsequent interrogation and case filing process will be lengthy... It will probably take at least a year or two to complete."

"So long?"

"What do you think."

"So... after being sentenced, does that mean they can still get out?"

Seeing Lu Yao's surprised look, Zheng Xiaofan shrugged:

"There are also life sentences, but they're rare... How should I put it? You can't just look at these people as criminals. Sometimes, they're more like bargaining chips. Especially this time, we arrested dozens of people, which means we wiped out their entire operation... You know, there are many people like this who go out on missions, but they're still considered rare talents. The British also have to invest in training them, so generally, if someone is completely useless, they're sentenced and punished accordingly. But if it's the other way around, they're probably used as bargaining chips to get what we need... Do you understand?"

"...probably."

"That's good enough."

Seeing that Lu Yao didn't seem to find it "absurd," he smiled and said:

"But no matter what, this is a great achievement."

"Can you give me 40 million in cash?"

"...?"

Seeing Zheng Xiaofan's puzzled look, Lu Yao knew that he didn't understand the humor in his joke.

However, instead of dwelling on it, she continued to ask:

"Is there anything I should be careful about in the meantime?"

As he was speaking, there was a knock on the door.

Angkor walked in.

Seeing Lu Yao behind him, he smiled and nodded, then said directly to Zheng Xiaofan:

"The person collecting the food told me that she asked if Lu Yao had arrived yet, as she wanted to talk to him."

"……Now?"

Zheng Xiaofan glanced at his watch and shook his head helplessly:
"She's in a pretty hurry... Okay, let's arrange for someone to go and see what she's up to. Lu Yao, do you have a problem?"

"I...don't know what to talk about."

"Don't worry, we're with you. Just a normal chat between friends... Oh right, you personally brought this friend in."

"..."

Lu Yao's lips twitched.

Now he understood what Zheng Xiaofan meant by "funny".

With a somewhat speechless expression, he followed Brother Wu and Zheng Xiaofan downstairs. Once they reached the basement, he asked curiously:
"You're keeping the prisoners here?"

"No sunlight, no sense of time, and a fluctuating schedule for her three meals a day... In short, everything is designed to create a chaotic sense of time for her. Add loneliness, and other changes to her life... This is the most effective and direct method, whether for someone trained or an ordinary person. It's the same principle as locking her in a dark room... Don't try to understand too much..."

"That's for sure, I'll never have a connection with this place in my life."

"Haha, that would be best."

"...I have a feeling you're looking forward to my arrival."

"Hahahaha~"

Amidst the laughter and chatter of the group, Lu Yao arrived at a room marked with an interrogation room sign.

Once inside, there was no one there.

Zheng Xiaofan told him to find a place to sit anywhere.

Lu Yao looked around with curiosity.

Two staff members walked in, nodded politely when they saw Lu Yao, and then sat down at the desk.

I guess they're taking a statement.

However, the atmosphere was rather quiet at the moment, so he didn't ask.

They sat and waited for about five minutes when suddenly, a scraping sound of iron chains was heard.

Lu Yao perked up and saw that the iron gate in the iron bars opposite him was pushed open, and a prison guard walked in. A yellow figure came into view.

With shackles on her feet and handcuffs on her hands, and her hair disheveled, Luo Xuewei walked in step by step.

The moment she walked in, her eyes were drawn to this side.

The moment her eyes met Lu Yao's... she suddenly revealed a strange expression.

For no apparent reason, Lu Yao felt a chill run down his spine.

(End of this chapter)