The Master’s Mask Unveiled Again
Chapter 1032 - 1031: Old Man Yun Has Really Hidden Deeply

Chapter 1032: Chapter 1031: Old Man Yun Has Really Hidden Deeply

This matter was long within Yun Zhijuan’s expectations—nothing surprising at all.

No need to make a big fuss about it.

He waved his hand casually and said indifferently, "The deputy leader is still a leader; it doesn’t count as breaking the rules. I’ve got something to do, so don’t waste my time."

Little A was stunned for a moment and let out an "Oh" before finally noticing that the old leader was carrying two sets of fishing rods and a small backpack.

He volunteered, "Old Leader, do you have something urgent? Do you need my help?"

"No, no, just don’t block my way!" Yun Zhijuan bypassed him and walked out without even turning his head.

Little A respectfully stood at attention to see him off, not knowing if it was just his imagination, but he felt like the old leader was in a desperate hurry to flee...

——

Top-level database.

Xiao Qimo quickly dug up information on Dr. Hua Jinyi.

He skimmed through the basic profiles and then used his highest clearance to unlock the hidden files.

After carefully reviewing the contents, he furrowed his brows. "Dr. Hua used to be a researcher at the Life Sciences Institute?"

"At Jinjing Life Sciences Institute?" Lu Mian walked over.

Ya Ling’s biological parents were affiliated with the Life Sciences Institute, so she paid extra attention to it.

"When was Dr. Hua employed there?"

"From 1996 to 1999. After June 1999, he left the institute to further his studies in M Country. He returned in 2010 and became a fellow at the Life Sciences Institute, specializing in genetic sequencing—a figure of considerable influence in the field."

Lu Mian nodded; she was particularly sensitive to the year 1999.

She remembered that Ya Ling’s parents met with tragedy in that same year.

"I’ve heard Dr. Hua is holding onto a highly confidential document—even someone like Huo Zhu is dying to get his hands on it."

Huo Zhu was the mastermind behind the kidnapping case. Because of him, Dr. Hua developed PTSD, and his condition once became very critical.

Xiao Qimo scrolled through the screen, rapidly scanning the information. "Yes, that’s true—the document exists. Specifically, it’s a comprehensive genetic sequencing file. It’s not just Huo Zhu who covets it. When I assisted Interpol on a case previously, I encountered smugglers trying to steal this document. What’s even more fascinating—"

Xiao Qimo paused mid-sentence.

Lu Mian took a step closer, ready to listen.

The refined man seized the opportunity, snaking an arm around her waist and pulling her unusually close. He caught a tranquil and elegant fragrance from her hair, which surprisingly soothed his tangled emotions.

Fate had been kind to him. Despite all the times he’d missed her, they had finally come together in the end.

"Ahem." Lu Mian noticed the man beside her seemed a little distracted and softly cleared her throat to remind him.

Xiao Qimo snapped back to his senses and resumed his serious demeanor. "It seems he’s cracked a segment of the human genius genetic sequence. Many claim that whoever secures Dr. Hua secures humanity’s future."

Lu Mian had no interest in such claims. She simply asked, "With your clearance, can you access the full content of that file?"

"No. Other than Dr. Hua himself, no one knows what’s written in the document, let alone its current hiding place." As Xiao Qimo spoke, he shamelessly rested his chin on Lu Mian’s shoulder while his hands clung to her waist for added mischief.

Lu Mian swatted away the hand causing trouble on her waist and turned to take two steps back.

"In the end, we’ll have to locate Dr. Hua himself to truly unravel this mystery. But right now, neither of us knows where he is."

Xiao Qimo’s arms felt empty, so he retracted his brooding gaze and continued reading the files.

At last, in the final updated entry, he found the answer.

Xiao Qimo’s eyes widened slightly before he broke into a sardonic smile. "Mianmian, come look at this."

Lu Mian leaned in again, and seeing the newest piece of intel, her devil-may-care arrogance shone even more prominently.

"That old fox Yun Zhijuan really hid it well," she gritted her teeth.

The final entry revealed that the person who had taken Dr. Hua Jinyi back then wasn’t anyone else. It was none other than their "beloved" mentor and senior brother, Yun Zhijuan.

And what made it even worse—

This information had been updated just thirty minutes ago by Yun Zhijuan himself.

Lu Mian cracked her knuckles, her joints making sharp cracking sounds. That old man had really gone too far. Knowing full well what they were struggling with, he purposefully threw a wrench in their plans and deliberately hid Dr. Hua.

Xiao Qimo completely agreed, flexing his muscles slightly in preparation.

"Mianmian, leave it to me this time." Old grudges and new scores—this time, everything would be settled.

Lu Mian was silent for a moment before cautioning him, "But don’t go overboard..."

"You..." Xiao Qimo thought Lu Mian was being far too merciful. Just as he was about to object, the girl’s eerie, calm voice came chillingly through. "Beating him to death would be too cheap."

Xiao Qimo: ...

The couple was uncharacteristically aligned in their views today. After leaving the database, they headed straight to Yun Zhijuan’s room.

But they were too late—the room was empty, its contents packed up neatly. After checking the security footage, they found that Yun Zhijuan had left the headquarters ten minutes ago.

"As expected from the Magician, what incredible foresight!" Xiao Qimo gritted out.

Lu Mian approached the desk and noticed an envelope, a few bank cards, and a key left behind.

The envelope read: "TO Mian Xiaobao."

It seemed the old fox had anticipated all of this and had made preparations in advance.

Lu Mian opened the envelope leisurely and scanned its contents.

Taking advantage of his height, Xiao Qimo glanced over and concluded, "Yun Zhijuan really cares about you. Even before leaving, he handed you such a valuable asset."

But no matter how large the asset, it didn’t stir much emotion in Lu Mian, who ranked first on the Forbes list.

However, she did show genuine interest in one particular item Yun Zhijuan had bequeathed her.

"Yun Zhijuan said this is the key to a vault at Azure Bank, where he stored some rare antiques. We’ll need to go to Azure Bank’s headquarters to retrieve them. Director Qimo, do you know where Azure Bank’s headquarters is located?"

As she spoke, Lu Mian pocketed the bank cards and the key without noticing Xiao Qimo’s subtle change in expression.

Dark shadows flickered in the man’s eyes. "I know. The headquarters are in Jinjing."

——

Meanwhile, aboard a private jet leaving Bailu Island, Yun Zhijuan let out a long sigh of relief.

Phew, he managed to escape just in time.

If he’d been a second late, he feared his old life would have ended here today.

From now on, if there’s no special reason, he swore to never meet Xiao Qimo and Lu Mian face-to-face again—even if his life depended on it!

Phone calls were fine. Meetings? Absolutely not.

He never wanted to experience the mixed martial mayhem of those two ever again.

As a retired old man, Yun Zhijuan had already mapped out his idyllic future life.

Wandering carefree like the clouds, removed from the martial world.

Fishing, birdwatching—life was just delightfully sweet.

But, unmarried, childless, and partnerless, the old bachelor suddenly thought of his equally lonely nephew and sent him a brief text of concern.

[Hey, Nephew. Uncle is returning to the country. Got time to meet?]

——

Far away at Jinjing Airport, Yun Sang received an unexpected text as he prepared to board his flight.

Upon opening it, he was stunned.

His elusive uncle, as unpredictable as clouds and wind, someone you could mistake for dead even while alive, was actually reaching out to contact him.

Yun Sang immediately replied: [I’m at the airport, ready to board. Whatever it is, talk to me after the competition.]

The reply came swiftly: [Alright! Go get ’em, Nephew! Uncle will wait for you back in the country!]

Yun Sang: [Okay, I’ll introduce you to my foster sister when I get back! You’ll definitely like her!]

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