You went on a blind date and presented an A-level wanted criminal as a meeting gift?

The morning after Old Zhao was arrested in the courtroom, sunlight streamed through the gaps in the blinds of the safe house, casting dappled shadows on the bed.

Lin Chen woke up to a soft embrace, with a docile body curled up in his arms—it was Su Ke'er.

She was like a kitten, breathing lightly, her long eyelashes casting two fan-shaped shadows under her eyelids.

Lin Chen's gaze fell on her slightly trembling eyelashes, and a smile involuntarily crept onto his lips.

He knew that the girl had been awake for a long time, but was just pretending to be asleep.

He activated his [God-Level Micro-Expression Analysis]. Su Ke'er's eyeballs were darting restlessly under her eyelids, and her breathing rate was slightly faster than when she was truly asleep. It was an adorable quality of being caught but feigning composure.

Lin Chen didn't point it out, but mischievously reached out his finger and gently scratched the tip of her small nose.

"Well……"

Su Ke'er let out a soft cry, and like a startled little animal, she buried her head in Lin Chen's chest, her burning cheeks pressed against his skin.

"Brother Lin Chen, you're so mean!"

Her voice was muffled, with a hoarseness from just waking up and a hint of coquettish reproach.

Lin Chen chuckled softly, feeling the softness and warmth against his chest, and a sense of peace settled in his heart.

The tension I'd been feeling these past few days finally eased completely at this moment.

Just then, the sizzling sound of frying eggs came from the kitchen, and then Su Qingge walked in carrying two plates of fragrant fried eggs.

She was wearing a simple white T-shirt and denim shorts, with her hair casually tied in a high ponytail. She looked less sharp and more homely than she did in the police station.

Her gaze first fell on the blushing girl in Lin Chen's arms, a hint of barely perceptible jealousy flashing in her eyes.

But soon, she reverted to her aloof demeanor, only giving Lin Chen a disgruntled glare.

"Get up and eat, there are still a bunch of case closure reports to write at the bureau."

Her tone carried a hint of command, yet also a touch of helplessness.

Lin Chen readily released Su Ke'er and gently kissed her forehead.

Su Ke'er's cheeks turned even redder, like ripe apples.

Then, he got up and walked behind Su Qingge, wrapped his arms around her slender waist from behind, and gently rested his chin on her shoulder.

"Thank you for your hard work, Team Leader Su."

Lin Chen whispered in her ear, his voice carrying a touch of tender magnetism.

"I'll cook for you tonight and treat you to something nice."

Su Qingge's ears instantly turned bright red, and a surge of heat rushed from the tips of her ears straight to her whole body.

She gave a haughty snort, but instead of pushing him away, she leaned against Lin Chen's firm chest.

Her hands unconsciously tightened, her fingertips gently rubbing the edge of the plate.

Su Ke'er sat on the bed, watching this scene, her lips slightly pouting, but the jealousy in her eyes was gone.

Having experienced the brush with death last night and the chaotic scene the night before, she seems to have come to understand that some things cannot be obtained through struggle.

It's already a rare treat that everyone is safe and can eat together like this.

"Sister Qingge, let me help you set the table!"

Su Ke'er jumped out of bed and ran to the kitchen to help.

Su Qingge's body stiffened slightly, but she quickly relaxed.

As she watched Su Ke'er's busy figure, a faint smile unconsciously curved her lips.

Lin Chen chuckled softly in Su Qingge's ear, feeling her body relax, knowing that she had accepted this delicate balance.

[Ding! Daily water-carrying achievement completed. Reward: +5 Constitution Enhancement Points.]

A system notification sounded in Lin Chen's mind.

Lin Chen felt a surge of joy.

It seems that "balancing things" is an art, and quite rewarding.

Although there aren't many physical enhancement points, they add up eventually, which is always a good thing.

He released Su Qingge, walked to the dining table and sat down, watching the two women busy in the kitchen.

Sunlight streamed through the window, bathing them in a soft, golden glow.

This peaceful daily routine allowed Lin Chen's tense nerves to relax greatly.

He knew that the threat from the courtroom was not completely gone, and that Old Zhao was just the tip of the iceberg.

But at least for this moment, he could enjoy this rare tenderness.

Breakfast was quickly served: fried eggs, milk, and toast—simple yet comforting.

Su Ke'er sat to Lin Chen's left, and Su Qingge sat to his right.

"Brother Lin Chen, did you sleep well last night?"

Su Ke'er picked up a fried egg, carefully blew on it to cool it down, and then held it to Lin Chen's lips.

Lin Chen opened his mouth and ate it, then casually patted her head.

"Slept very well."

Su Qingge didn't say anything, she just silently ate her breakfast.

Her gaze would occasionally sweep over Lin Chen, then quickly look away.

Lin Chen knew that beneath her seemingly calm exterior, Su Qingge had many things on her mind.

Old Zhao's case was a significant blow to her.

The fact that a veteran police officer she had worked with for over thirty years turned out to be the mole was undoubtedly a huge blow to her trust system.

"Qingge, after you finish eating, I'll go back to the station with you."

Lin Chen broke the silence.

Su Qingge was slightly taken aback and looked up at Lin Chen.

A complex emotion flashed in her eyes, a mixture of gratitude and weariness.

"No need, I can go by myself."

She said that, but her tone softened.

"Stop being stubborn, Team Leader Su."

Lin Chen smiled.

"I also have some things to take care of, so I'll just drop by."

Su Qingge didn't refuse again, but lowered her head and took a sip of milk, her ears turning slightly red again.

Su Ke'er looked at them, a sweet smile on her lips.

She knew that although she and Qingge both liked Brother Lin Chen, the kindness Brother Lin Chen showed to each of them was unique.

After breakfast, Lin Chen and Su Qingge left the safe house together.

Su Ke'er stood at the door, watching them leave until their car disappeared around the street corner.

She knew that her brother Lin Chen was busy with important matters, and she would also try her best to do her own thing.

Lin Chen was driving an RS7, and Su Qingge was sitting in the passenger seat.

Outside the car window, the hustle and bustle of the city had already begun.

"Any new developments in Lao Zhao's confession?" Lin Chen asked.

Su Qingge took a document out of her briefcase.

"He revealed the locations of some court offices in Jiangcheng, as well as the code names and contact information of some important figures."

"But he really didn't know about the core members and the deeper secrets."

Lin Chen nodded.

"That's normal. He's just an outsider. Getting these is already a pleasant surprise."

"There's one more thing..."

Su Qingge's voice sounded hesitant.

"We have already sent people to protect Zhao Deshun's wife and granddaughter."

Lin Chen's eyes narrowed slightly.

"The people in the courtroom will not overlook any link that could potentially leak secrets."

"yes."

Su Qingge sighed.

"Zhao Deshun knew this, which is why he tried every means to leave himself a way out."

"He hid all his retirement money so that his wife and children could live a stable life after he was caught."

"Unfortunately, he didn't get his wish."

Lin Chen said calmly.

He knew that Lao Zhao's tragedy was entirely his own fault.

But as a police officer, he also has his own bottom line.

"He confessed that the court had a strict internal hierarchy, with each member communicating only through a single line of communication, and each level of personnel only knowing the identity of their direct superior."

"He didn't even know who his superior was, only that he had a code name, 'Ghost'."

Su Qingge continued speaking.

"ghost……"

The code name came to Lin Chen's mind.

This name seems to have become a symbol of the courtroom.

"We are investigating each lead he provided one by one."

"But the courts are very good at disguising themselves; their strongholds are very well hidden."

Su Qingge's tone carried a hint of weariness.

"I know."

Lin Chen's gaze fell ahead.

"But they'll always slip up eventually."

He knew this was just the beginning.

The true nature of the courtroom is far from being revealed.

RS7 arrived at the city bureau quickly.

Lin Chen and Su Qingge walked into the hall together.

"Advisor Lin, Team Leader Su!"

A voice, tinged with excitement, came from the hall.

Lin Chen and Su Qingge looked in the direction of the sound and saw Li Mingyu wearing a flashy pink suit, spraying perfume in front of a mirror in the corner of the hall.

His hair was slicked back and shiny, and he wore a smug smile.

Su Qingge frowned slightly.

A playful smile curved Lin Chen's lips.