The Beauty CEO's Personal Expert
Chapter 629 - 626: Indirect Intimacy

Chapter 629: Chapter 626: Indirect Intimacy

"Ling Chen, what are you planning to do?"

In the spacious office, having learned of the situation, Hu Fei asked.

Ling Chen shook his head and sighed softly, "I really don’t know what to do. Both sides are my friends; I can’t hurt either of them. Lin Jiawei only gave me ten days, if I don’t figure out a solution quickly, both porridge girl and Xia Mutong will be in danger."

"If only we could find Xia Mutong’s location."

"It’s useless," Ling Chen said with a bitter smile, "Even if we rescue Xia Mutong, we still have porridge girl. She’s currently being watched by Ji Gang. No one can rescue her from his clutches unless..."

"Unless what?"

"Unless we can find a Heavenly List master to help. But, while there are many experts in the world, very few are on the Heavenly List. Even if we find one, they might not be willing to help... Wait!" At this point, Ling Chen’s eyes suddenly lit up, bursting with a sharp glint.

Feeling the change in Ling Chen’s gaze, Hu Fei asked, "What is it, got an idea?"

Ling Chen’s lips curved slightly, revealing a faint smile, and he nodded, "I think I know who to seek out. Fatty, drop everything else these days and help me pinpoint Xia Mutong’s whereabouts. If all else fails, we may just have to forcefully intervene to rescue them."

"What about you?" Hu Fei asked, "Are you still going to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion?"

"I definitely need to go. I’m watching Lin Jiawei, and he’s also having someone watch me. If I do nothing, it would definitely arouse his suspicion. So, no matter what, I must go to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. Help me book a flight ticket later, I’ll be leaving tomorrow morning."

"A flight to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion?"

"No, I’m heading to Jinhai City first, then from there to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion."

Jinhai City?

Hu Fei looked at Ling Chen skeptically, not understanding why he wanted to go to Jinhai City.

...

The next afternoon.

Departing from Jinhai City Airport and after more than two hours of flight, Ling Chen finally arrived at his destination.

Exiting the airport, a Cadillac was already parked by the roadside waiting. As the car door opened, Zhou Jun hopped out from the driver’s seat and hurriedly welcomed Ling Chen with a warm hug.

"Ling Chen, good to see you again."

"Thanks for driving all the way out here to pick me up."

"No need for formalities among brothers. Come on, get in the car. I’ll take you to get something to eat first, then we head back to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion."

After enjoying a hearty dinner, Ling Chen and Zhou Jun directly drove to the forested area where Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion was located.

Since Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion was in a remote location surrounded by woods, the vehicle couldn’t proceed further, and they had to continue on foot.

Walking through the dense woods, Ling Chen chatted sporadically with Zhou Jun. Along the way, Ling Chen clearly noticed that the security had tightened, with dark posts everywhere. It seemed that since the last attack by the God Organization, Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion had enhanced their defenses.

After about a half-hour walk, Ling Chen and Zhou Jun finally arrived at Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion. By now, it was already past eight in the evening.

Seemingly aware of Ling Chen’s arrival, Song Ge had already been waiting at the entrance. Naturally, greetings were exchanged between friends.

"Ling, I’ll take you to meet the Pavilion Master first."

"Okay."

Zhou Jun joined in, "Then you go ahead with that, I’ll help Ling Chen arrange his room. See you later."

Following beside Song Ge, the two matched their steps and soon arrived outside the room where the Pavilion Master lived.

"Ling, go ahead, I’ll wait for you outside."

Ling Chen nodded, he and Su Mei were old acquaintances, there was no need for such courtesy. With that, he pushed open the door and strode into the room.

In the elegantly ancient room, with a layer of dark wooden flooring that creaked underfoot. The south-facing window was slightly open, revealing a sliver of a gap, through which a cool evening breeze passed, wandering around the spacious room, bringing a hint of chilliness.

Ling Chen turned his head and focused his gaze towards the curtain in the center of the room. Indistinctly, he could barely make out the silhouette of a person emerging from behind it. Moreover, a rich aroma of tea drifted from behind the curtain, mingling in the air and permeating the entire room, invigorating one’s spirit.

"Miss Su, long time no see," Ling Chen said with a smile as he approached the curtain.

"Please sit down!"

Su Mei’s gentle voice came through, with a light laugh. Clearly, she was very welcoming of Ling Chen’s visit.

Ling Chen glanced at the curtain blocking his view, his right hand hesitated for a moment, but ultimately he couldn’t resist and lifted the curtain, fixing it to one side. Instantly, Su Mei’s beautiful face came into his view.

"You!" Su Mei looked at Ling Chen somewhat irritably, her tone tinged with a hint of reproach: "How bold of you, no one has ever dared to lift this curtain before."

Ling Chen chuckled, "Miss Su, we are old friends who have been through life and death together, why stand on ceremony? Besides, I’m not accustomed to speaking to someone with a curtain in between. It’s so inconvenient." Saying this, Ling Chen made himself comfortable sitting next to the coffee table.

Without waiting for Su Mei to speak, Ling Chen casually picked up a cup of tea and took a detailed sip, shaking his head he commented, "Hmm, not bad, tastes better than the last time. Seems like your skills have improved."

However, it seemed Su Mei didn’t hear Ling Chen’s compliment, as her beautiful eyes stared intently at the teacup, her fair and delicate face unconsciously flushing with a hint of pink.

Noticing the change in Su Mei’s expression, Ling Chen curiously said, "Miss Su, what’s wrong? It’s just a cup of tea, wasn’t it made for me to drink?"

"You..." Su Mei glared at Ling Chen, swallowing back the words that reached her lips.

That cup of tea was originally brewed for her own drinking, she had only taken a small sip and hadn’t finished, yet Ling Chen had drunk it all. Most importantly, the bastard had drunk exactly where her lips had touched.

Indirect kiss!

The thought alone turned Su Mei’s cheeks even redder, a trace of shyness flashing through her beautiful eyes. Thinking that as a woman, she couldn’t bring this up directly, as it would only embarrass her.

Then, she quickly changed the subject, "If you think it’s good, feel free to drink more."

"Sure, sure." Ling Chen took the kettle without any hesitation and filled his cup. He had eaten something greasy outside with Zhou Jun earlier and was a little thirsty, so this was the perfect chance to quench his thirst.

"What brings you to Heavenly Mechanism Pavilion this time?" Su Mei shifted the topic, asking, "You’re not here to seek my help again, are you?"

"Look at you saying that, as if my purpose here is only to seek help. We are friends after all, Zhou Jun and Song are my friends too, can’t I come to see my friends?"

Su Mei gazed deeply at Ling Chen and said, "I don’t think your intentions are that simple."

"Alright, I know I can’t hide it from you." Ling Chen said helplessly: "You must have heard about the issues with the Secret Society, I’m here for that."