CHAPTER 16: CHAPTER 16: MEETING CHEN LONG’ER

June 2nd.

Lin Qianxuan and Yan Yilin visited the museum in Xugu City, saw some historical artifacts, and learned a bit about history.

Then they ate some local specialty foods and experienced the local massage service.

Unlike the many distorted massage services in Xuan Country, the massage here is genuine, performed by skilled masters.

With one press from them, Lin Qianxuan felt as if he had eaten Ye Mao’s "Cyan Fruit," completely relaxed.

During the trip, Lin Qianxuan guided the conversation towards their former workplace and suggested visiting their old studio.

Accordingly, he headed to the studio on Purple Flower Street where they used to work.

This area is already on the outskirts of the city and might be developed in the future.

Compared to the city center, it seemed quite backward.

Their studio was located on the fourth floor of an old building.

The only advantage here is its proximity to the riverside power station, which generally ensures an uninterrupted power supply.

Aside from that, it was cold in winter and hot in summer.

They endured it here for over a year before finally developing that game.

From Lin Qianxuan’s gaming experience, their effort was indeed meticulous.

"Sorry for the shabby place, Mr. Lin." Yan Yilin said.

"This modest room carries virtue; to develop such an outstanding game under these conditions is truly admirable." Lin Qianxuan replied with a smile.

It’s unclear if Yan Yilin and others understood the reference Lin Qianxuan made, but they seemed pleased anyway.

During the trip, Lin Qianxuan inquired subtly about Golden Mary’s situation.

Actually, he had looked into some of it while gaming, and now he was confirming it.

"Mary! She’s not a graduate from our university; her father is an official. He once arranged a job for her, but she didn’t want it. She came to us only after seeing our job posting online, and she usually rents a place outside by herself." Yan Yilin said.

What he found out matched what Lin Qianxuan discovered in the game; even the game’s information was more complete.

Golden Mary’s father was not just working in the government.

He was a high-level official in Chao Li Country.

The best external help Lin Qianxuan could rely on in Chao Li Country was actually Golden Mary herself.

This was also why she could easily hack Xugu City’s surveillance network.

Of course, Lin Qianxuan didn’t choose this route.

There were many solutions to this problem; he had already found the safest one, with no need to stir up more trouble.

Moreover, it involved the extraordinary.

Even if Golden Mary’s father got involved, it probably couldn’t change the situation.

Lin Qianxuan only needed Golden Mary to inform him in advance when the time came.

He could even foresee the situation and leave without her warning.

After visiting the studio on Purple Flower Street, the next day, Lin Qianxuan had Yan Yilin take him to Dragon Head Park for a walk.

This park is not small, situated near the great river, with some foot traffic.

Lin Qianxuan arrived at the spot in the game where he and Chen Long’Er jumped into the river.

Looking ahead, he saw the endless expanse.

He only knew this path led straight to the sea.

By now, Takamaki Qingji and the others might have arrived in Xugu City, prepared to control the officials and arrange naval ships to explore the nearby waters.

He wasn’t sure where Chen Long’Er was now and whether she could reach her destination smoothly.

After physically examining the route, Lin Qianxuan felt somewhat reassured.

As days went by, Yan Yilin and the others’ hospitality left Lin Qianxuan very satisfied.

Along the way, they took photos and recorded many life videos with their phones.

Lin Qianxuan planned to publish them if he had the chance later.

Unfortunately, he was preoccupied with issues on his mind, which prevented him from fully enjoying himself.

On the evening of June 4th, a banquet was held at the Grand Hotel, seemingly to entertain some VIPs. Chao Li Country even sent some students to sing and perform.

This seemed to be a tradition.

It only occurred in formal and important occasions.

It’s a way to showcase the excellence of the next generation.

"What a lousy hotel, let’s switch."

With a voice coming from behind, Lin Qianxuan saw a figure accompanied by several escorts heading towards the hotel entrance.

Although there was some discrepancy compared to the game AI-generated image, it was undoubtedly Takamaki Qingji, even his flamboyant slick-haired companion, Dong Tiao Shengfeng, was present.

Suddenly, Takamaki Qingji seemed to sense something and glanced back at Lin Qianxuan.

Lin Qianxuan’s heart raced, and he quickly averted his gaze expressionlessly.

"Young Master, what’s wrong?" Dong Tiao Shengfeng asked.

"I sensed some inexplicable malice." Takamaki Qingji replied, "Probably just some resenting commoner, ignore it, let’s go, this lousy place."

"Hmm." Dong Tiao Shengfeng nodded.

Immediately, he stepped forward and opened the door of the stretch limousine for Takamaki Qingji.

...

"Damn~!"

Leaning against the wall, Lin Qianxuan tried to calm his heaving chest.

It was terrifying!

Just one glance, although calm, gave him an inexplicable sensation that if the other party wished, just meeting his eyes could mean life and death beyond his control!!

Destiny is playing tricks on him!

And it’s quite deadly!!

He never expected Takamaki Qingji to visit the Grand Hotel before going to reside in Heng Qu Building.

If Takamaki Qingji had merely entertained the thought, he could have crushed him like a bug.