Chapter 2985: Chapter 2985: Scheme Within a Scheme

The woman had blonde hair and blue eyes, with curly long hair.

The burgundy slip dress only covered her calves.

Although she was aging, there was indeed a trace of charm between her brows.

At first glance, Lin Yi recognized who she was.

Wagner’s wife, Maria.

Their relationship wasn’t very good. Although they hadn’t divorced, they indeed went their own ways over the years, occasionally keeping in touch, but the relationship wasn’t as tense as imagined.

Fortunately, they were still pretty good to Martina.

Even though her job was quite average, she never lacked money to spend.

"Mom, didn’t you go on a business trip?" Martina screamed.

"Ended early and came back."

Maria responded lukewarm, her gaze fell on Lin Yi.

Or rather, her gaze hadn’t moved away ever since Lin Yi walked in.

"I’ve told you many times not to go drinking again."

"I’ve been under a lot of work stress recently, so I just went out with friends to unwind a bit."

Martina shrugged, seemingly not caring about the matter.

"Does unwinding mean relaxing with men?"

"I’m already an adult; this is very normal," Martina argued:

"Moreover, you’ve done the same. I think you shouldn’t interfere with my privacy!"

Lin Yi: ???

It’s nice abroad!

Even now, if I said to Mother Wang that she can’t interfere with my privacy, she’d probably slap me hard.

"We are different! I’m your mother!"

"But this is my matter; you have no right to interfere!"

After she finished, Martina looked at Lin Yi and apologized:

"I’m not in the mood anymore, let’s reschedule."

Leaving those words behind, Martina turned and went back to her room.

Leaving Lin Yi hanging outside.

"Then I’ll take my leave," Lin Yi casually replied.

The goal today was to establish initial contact with Martina.

Though not perfect, he had achieved his goal.

"Don’t leave, I want to talk to you," Maria said expressionlessly.

"Hmm? Talk about what?"

"Let’s go outside; this isn’t the place to talk."

Maria grabbed a piece of clothing and voluntarily walked to the garage with Lin Yi.

"I can give you some money, hoping you can leave my daughter."

"That’s not okay; I’m not doing this for money."

Lin Yi was surprised that this kind of idol drama scenario would one day happen to him.

"I’ll give you 200,000."

My bounty worth 500,000 is posted outside, and 200,000 feels a bit insulting.

"This isn’t about money."

Maria looked at Lin Yi with a different expression, "Then it’s about the person."

"That’s right."

"She’s still young, doesn’t know anything."

"She’s not young anymore," Lin Yi shrugged.

"But what she knows isn’t more than me."

Lin Yi: ???

Before Lin Yi understood what she meant, the next second, Maria gave an explanation.

Because.

She took off her coat, her tall figure accentuated by the burgundy nightgown, making her appear enchanting.

And at this moment, whether intentional or coincidental, the strap on one side slipped down, adding more allure.

Lin Yi: ???

Playing it so wild?

Even snatching her own daughter’s?

"Madam, this isn’t appropriate."

"Nothing inappropriate; everyone has the right to pursue happiness." Maria looked at Lin Yi with a teasing smile.

"Madam... I’m still young, don’t understand what you’re saying, excuse me."

Lin Yi turned and left quickly, walked quite a distance, and still felt a lingering fear.

Damn, she really played it wild.

That night, when Lin Yi returned, it was already past two in the morning.

Upon hearing a sound, Liu Hong woke from sleep and instantly became clear-headed.

"How did it go?"

"Pretty smooth but not entirely."

"What? Faced danger and escaped successfully?"

"Sort of."

"Sort of? What does that mean?"

Then, Lin Yi detailed what just happened to Liu Hong.

Liu Hong was first stunned and then burst into laughter.

"Hey hey hey, maintain some morality, will you?"

"But it sure is interesting."

Lin Yi sat on the sofa and propped his feet up on the coffee table.

"Seeing her age similar to yours, though she’s not as beautiful as my wife, she has exotic flair. Why don’t you go for her?"

"No way; even though my wife is a university professor, if she knew I did this, she’d kill me."

"So your wife is this violent?"

"Northeastern."

"Then no problem."

"If there’s nothing else, I’ll sleep now," Liu Hong yawned. "Since you’re still energetic, keep watch in the second half of the night."

"Okay."

Lin Yi nodded, then sat on the sofa pretending to nap, ready to face unexpected crises.

...

BAUM Café.

Life here was the same as ever, not many customers, the vintage furniture and décor provided a sense of seclusion from the world.

Kidd and Wagner’s meeting was arranged here again.

"Any situation on your end?" Kidd asked with interest.

"You guessed right," Wagner replied:

"But he was smart, didn’t target me directly."

"Oh~~~"

Kidd took a sip of coffee, "Could be targeting other Ninth Department members?"

"No, he targeted my daughter."

"Your daughter?"

Kidd paused and then laughed, "He’s indeed clever, choosing such a hidden approach."

"It was also beyond my expectation," Wagner said:

"But I’m not discussing this with you today; you might have sensed it."

"You’re referring to Flame Dragon and Guardian Brigade being withdrawn from the island?"

Wagner nodded, said:

"The city is already sealed; they can’t escape. Central Guard might be anxious to rescue him."

"Can’t conclude yet," Kidd said:

"Central Guard still has Liang Xianghe; if they can avoid actions, they won’t use hard methods."

"But it’s a signal; no one should be careless."

"I’ll be cautious."

Wagner looked at Kidd and said:

"He’s already contacted my daughter; it won’t be long before he starts probing for my information. If you don’t act, I’ll prepare. I won’t let him succeed."

"Let’s observe a few more days; remind your people to be careful. He’s strong in counter-reconnaissance, don’t give anything away."

"But I hope you’ll act within three days; no need to drag with him."

"There’s another person there; capturing just one might be difficult," Kidd said:

"But I’ll seriously consider it."

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