"I like your eyes, not only beautiful but also perceptive." Luke returned the gold earrings to her, "They suit you."

Lilith put the earrings back on and asked, "Captain Luke, can you tell me the story of the treasure hunt? Knowing the origins of these gold ornaments would make collecting them more meaningful."

Luke's gaze swept across the guests at the party, "It's not quite suitable here, maybe next time."

Lilith seemed unwilling to let go of the chance, or perhaps she feared Luke was just brushing her off, "We can talk somewhere else."

"I came to attend the party, it wouldn't be good to leave midway."

"We can chat next door and return anytime." Lilith stood up and made an inviting gesture.

At this point, Luke didn't believe it was a mere coincidence or chance encounter; she was probably here for him. But given her demeanor and attire, she didn't look like someone short on money. So what was her real purpose?

Simply wanting to know the treasure hunt process for those gold ornaments?

Luke thought it was unlikely to be that simple.

The two, led by a waiter, left the party.

Reid noticed the scene and said enviously, "Youth is great!"

They headed to the lounge next door, where a waiter served red wine and a plate of fruit.

The fruit platter was abundant, with blueberries, strawberries, watermelon, grapes, cherries, and kiwi, looking quite appetizing.

Luke didn't hold back and tasted each fruit, finding them very fresh.

Lilith said, "Captain Luke, I really like these gold ornaments and want to collect them, so I'm curious about their origins.

Imagine decades later, I pass these gold ornaments to my granddaughter, telling her it's a treasure found by a courageous detective; it would certainly be meaningful."

Luke listened to her babble and asked, "How did you find me as the seller of the gold ornaments?"

"I... can I not answer that?"

"Of course, everyone has the right not to answer questions, including me."

"Captain Luke..."

Luke interrupted her, "Luke, just call me by my name."

"I mean no harm, I'm just trying to figure out the origins of these gold ornaments."

"How do I know if you mean harm? I don't even know your full name, or how you found me? Or whether today's coincidence was intentionally arranged by you.

You can't remain mysterious and yet demand too much from me, that's not fair."

Lilith was momentarily speechless and sighed, "You're right, it's my fault, I apologize.

"My name is Lilith Finn.

That's right, Forest Finn is my grandfather. He loved adventure and treasure hunting, but now he's old and not in good health, spending most of his time at home.

I grew up hearing my grandfather's adventure stories. He loved outdoor adventures and treasure hunting; every time he talked about them, his lips would involuntarily curl up.

I can feel his current loneliness.

I love him and want to make him happy.

So I captured the treasure he buried years ago and wanted to tell him your adventure and treasure hunt story. I believe he would be very happy." Saying this, Lilith showed some regret,

"Sorry, I shouldn't have privately investigated your situation, it's very impolite.

I apologize for what I've done."

With the fruit mostly eaten, Luke wiped his mouth, "Considering your filial piety, I forgive you."

"Thank you." Lilith Finn looked at him like a fan girl, "Luke, can you share your adventure and treasure hunting experience with me? I'm really curious.

I grew up hearing my grandfather's adventure stories, but I've never gone myself."

Luke shrugged, "Red Rock Canyon is full of desert; the journey was quite tedious, truly not much worth talking about."

Lilith Finn wasn't about to give up, "But as far as I know, many people love to talk about their past adventures and treasure hunts, and take pride in those experiences."

Luke laughed, "That just means you've met some conmen or they're bragging. True treasure hunters never reveal their findings easily.

If you really want to make your grandfather happy, you shouldn't tell him others' adventure and treasure hunting stories, but your own.

I think that would be more vivid and meaningful."

Lilith Finn was somewhat confused, "Luke, if you'd be willing to share your adventure experiences, you'd definitely be the most popular person at the party, why are you so resistant?

Did something indescribable happen during the treasure hunt?"

Luke's expression remained unchanged, but he felt a bit displeased inside. Probably due to professional reasons, he was indeed resistant to describing his adventure and treasure hunting experiences.

During the Red Rock Canyon treasure hunt, some unpleasant events did occur; he and Walker encountered a psychopathic killer, then teamed up with Walker to kill a pair of psychopathic killers.

The treasure was found in their cave, and these details weren't suitable to share with outsiders.

Moreover, it was his first time meeting her; he didn't know her well nor whether her identity was genuine, who knows if she had ulterior motives to extract some information through this method.

No matter the reason, Luke wouldn't casually share such stories with strangers.

"And what about you?

After exhausting efforts to find me, wanting insider information about the treasure hunt, is it really just to make your grandfather happy, or is it to gain his favor, meticulously planning to obtain a larger share of the inheritance?"

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