Ark, after I died, the operators started to love me.

Even if Lin Yuxia had planted spies in the Guard Bureau, it shouldn't have happened this quickly.

There was only her and Swire talking in this office just now, and there were no listening devices or anything like that installed. Swire had told Lin Yuxia what was going on beforehand, and Ms. Lin had already figured it out.

While Hoshiguma was in a daze, Lin Yuxia said irritably, "Can't you figure out what she's thinking? It's practically written all over her face. I don't know what happened to Mike, but he leaked his identity. He's really lucky to have been able to spend two months in Lungmen unscathed."

Lin Yuxia's tone sounded a bit strange, as if she were coaxing someone.

In fact, it wasn't just Lin Yuxia who thought so; Hoshiguma also believed that the doctor's disguise was full of loopholes and could be easily exposed with just a little observation and comparison.

What exactly is he planning to do? Is it just to escape?

Swire might launch a surprise attack tonight, and since she and Lin Yuxia can only stay together, wouldn't that create an opportunity for the little tiger?

"Should we tell Texas?"

"no need."

Lin Yuxia rejected Hoshiguma's suggestion, saying briefly, "Swire won't be so easy to get. There are other people watching Mike. Don't forget that the Rhodes Island pharmaceutical team is in Lungmen. With Dr. Kal'tsit there, how could they leave any opportunities for others?"

Zalak's words perfectly captured the hardships the operators were going through.

Back when the Doctor was at Rhodes Island, the delicate and easily pushed-over Doctor had fallen into the operators' traps many times. But when it came to the crucial moment, Kal'tsit would always step in and disrupt the rhythm under various pretexts, so that over the years, the Doctor was able to escape unscathed every time.

When the operators observed the relationship between Kal'tsit and the Doctor, the two seemed distant and their intimacy was far less than that of their relationship with Amiya. The little rabbit even tried to act as a matchmaker between the two, but the results were worrying.

At least that's the case on the surface.

After carefully considering the intricate details of the matter, Hoshiguma felt a little relieved and let out a soft breath, which was clearly heard by Lin Yuxia on the other side.

Zalak looked bewildered. How could Inspector Hoshiguma be involved in this? She hadn't shown any strong desire for the Doctor before.

"Hoshiguma, you..."

It's alright, it's alright, Miss Lin, don't overthink it. I'm just worried about Old Chen.

It turned out to be the case.

Lin Yuxia didn't doubt Xingxiong's explanation much. Based on her understanding of this burly woman, Chen Huijie's matter was more important than her own.

Several months have passed, and no one knows where Chen Huijie is. They wrote her a letter, but she didn't reply.

After hanging up the phone, Hoshiguma blinked, and the image of Chen Huijie's dashing figure flashed through her mind once again.

Old Chen, where are you?

……

Longmen City.

Lin Yuxia hung up the phone, somewhat embarrassed, and placed it on the corner of the table before looking up at the person opposite her.

"Sorry for making you laugh."

I am filled with fear and trepidation.

Mike held his teacup, looked down to drink, and barely managed to hide the awkward expression on his face.

He had overheard Lin Yuxia and Hoshiguma's conversation and understood the operators' thoughts. As for Kal'tsit, whom they mentioned, she was indeed a troublesome person.

The lynx has been staying at his house these days, and the two are in close contact every night.

To paraphrase a line from a certain Eastern comic, the Doctor and Kal'tsit are very compatible, both physically and mentally.

But Mike always felt that the lynx was doing it on purpose. She was too amazing, especially the intense kisses that were so deep they were inseparable, the soft force of her actively bumping into Mike, and the various roles she played and the angles of resistance. These things reminded Mike of the horror of being dominated on Rhodes Island.

Over time, one's back strength will be insufficient.

No, I have to find a way to leave her, otherwise this vixen will surely make him suffer.

If the many operators are like the little demons of the Spider Cave, then Kal'tsit is the most powerful old monster.

Just as Mike was lost in thought, he heard the girl across from him sincerely apologize.

"I'm sorry about what happened last time."

Lin Yuxia carefully considered her words, and as she recalled what had happened last time, she couldn't help but feel shy.

Mike waved his hand: "It's alright, nothing happened after all, right?"

"What I mean is, I feel sorry precisely because nothing happened."

"Uh……"

"Just kidding. If you really want to, we can do it now. We can find a place to relax and connect. I don't think anyone will object. What do you say?"

Lin Yuxia's eyes were full of provocation, trying to make the man accept her.

Mike quickly shook his head: "No, no, I've been busy repairing cars these past few days, and it's been very physically demanding. Let's talk about it later. Also, I'd like to ask you to take care of those other things as well."

Repair the car?

Indeed, the black sports car that Texas and Exusiai drove has already caused a stir in Lungmen. Even Lin Yuxia knows that apart from Mike, very few people can do this.

"Since we've already exhausted so much energy, let's wait a bit."

Lin Yuxia covered her mouth and smiled. She was also embarrassed, after all, it takes a lot of courage for a girl to bring up this kind of thing.

“Mike, there are some of the requests you made that I can’t fulfill for you. However, if you need some conventional weapons, although Lungmen is not an option, I have a channel at a transit station 30 kilometers away from Lungmen. I will write a letter and take it to you.”

"Thank you so much."

"Are you really determined to leave Lungmen? Is it absolutely necessary for you?"

“Yes, I have to go and see. The trouble in the North has spread to other countries in this land. I learned from Texas that something similar happened even in Syracuse. Fortunately, the Wolf Mother used the Crown to suppress the mutation.”

Lin Yuxia had not heard of any changes in Syracuse before, but thinking that the matter of the outer ring of Longmen would probably not be spread, she believed Mike's words.

Three months ago, when Mike faked his death and left Rhodes Island, Texas happened to be away. She was summoned back to Syracuse by an urgent letter from the Wolf Mother, most likely to resolve some trouble.

"I never imagined things would turn out this way."

"It's not particularly troublesome. As long as we keep the news under wraps and prevent more people from knowing, the strength of those monsters won't change much. Besides, if something really serious happens, there will be tall guys to take the fall."

Lin Yuxia laughed: "Mike, your words sound like you're trying to comfort me. Am I that fragile?"

"Because you really look like you need comforting. Relax, we've even solved Oripathy, what else can possibly be difficult for us?"

38. Poetry's Feast at Hongmen

Lin Yuxia wasn't surprised at all by Swire's behind-the-scenes maneuvers. If she did nothing, then she would have to worry about whether the little tiger had an even bigger plan.

Mike was preoccupied with drinking his tea and didn't seem to care about the matter at all, as if he wasn't involved at all.

"I'm actually a little reluctant to see you leave so soon."

Mike understood Lin's subtext perfectly well, and simply said, "My departure from Longmen to go north was a secret operation, and the fewer people who know about it, the better."

Hearing the man's explanation, Lin Yuxia felt an indescribable joy, but she still pretended not to care.

"If you want to go, then go. Why tell me so much?"

The doctor didn't tell anyone else, but specifically told her, what else could it be but favoritism?

Mike put down his teacup and said with a smile, "I was worried that you wouldn't know where I went and would be worried for nothing. With you here at Lungmen, I feel more at ease."

Lin Yuxia turned her head; these words were practically a confession.

I never expected that after a few months away from the doctor, he would become so glib and smooth-talking. I've never seen him have such high emotional intelligence before.

"I'm nobody to you."

"Who says it's not?"

Mike grasped Lin's hand, and she froze, her expression hardening, but she did not resist.

She still had some things on her mind, and couldn't help but ask again, "If Chen Huijie were here, would you say the same thing to her?"

Mike shook his head, wrapped his hands around Lin Yuxia's right hand, and said sincerely, "You are you, and she is she. What I can say to you, I may not be able to say to her. Someone always has to step on the brakes."

"I understand you less and less."

If it were so easy for anyone to understand, Mike would be too embarrassed to sit here. He knew what Lin Yuxia meant, but those things couldn't be said directly.

He said earnestly, "After I leave, I'm entrusting everything here to you. The repair shop will be temporarily handed over to Jiawei and the others. We'll talk about it when I get back."

"Well, I'll wait for you."

Lin Yuxia blushed, feeling Mike's fingers gently caressing her palm, a ticklish sensation that stirred a strange feeling within her.

If only time could stop at this moment.

……

evening.

Longmen City.

Mike, dressed in his only formal suit, opened the car door and stood in front of the most upscale hotel in this mobile city. He had heard that the Swire family also owned shares in the hotel, and that even Governor Wei would come here several times a month.

When he entered, a waiter was already waiting and led him to a more secluded private room.

A figure sat at the table, quietly watching the man in front of the door. Her pale right hand supported her cheek as she sighed, "You came so late. I thought you weren't coming."

"I will definitely keep my promise to you, how could I dare to break it?"

Mike took off his coat, and the waiter with him used a coat hanger to hang it on a nearby rack. He said, "Enjoy your meal," and quickly left.

The moment the door closed, the man loosened his tie and let out a long sigh: "The last time I wore a tie was in Rhodes Island, but coming to a place like this without one would feel disrespectful to you."

"Is the doctor uncomfortable in this kind of setting?"

Mike looked down at Swire. The little tiger was wearing a beautiful dress today, her long golden hair was tied up high, and she looked even more beautiful with light makeup, especially her two moist lips. Every word she uttered touched Mike's heartstrings.

"No, I mean it would make me look like a jerk."

Mike ended the small talk with his own opening remarks.

The table in front of the two was filled with all sorts of raw food. In the steaming pot, spices such as peppercorns and star anise were constantly boiling in the hot water, emitting a fragrant aroma.

“I thought you would treat me to more Victorian-style food.”

"You mean that 'stargazing' kind of culinary disaster? No, no, no, I had enough of that when I was studying in Victoria."

Mike picked up his chopsticks and couldn't help but laugh, "Victoria Guard Academy?"

As Swire poured the meat rolls into the spicy pot, she sighed, "Yeah, Victoria is a landlocked country, but it just loves to eat fish. I'm tired of eating fried fish every day. If it weren't absolutely necessary, I would turn down any gatherings related to Victoria."