Chapter 549: Unexpected Disaster!

Seeing Lin Yuan plead like this.

Both women's faces lit up with smug smiles.

"That's more like it." Mu Lingxue's face broke into a smile again, and she put away her previous cold, stiff attitude.

She quickly walked to the table and picked up pen and paper, saying, "No delay—we'll devise the plan now. Yirou, you handle the traces from the autopsy angle; I'll coordinate the scene, supplement the fight traces, and make the 'self‑inflicted slaughter' illusion more convincing."

Yin Yirou nodded, her expression returning to professional: "The penetrating wound on the corpses' necks is the key loophole; although you adjusted the angle, careful examination can still reveal it was caused by a concealed weapon."

"I will re‑treat the wound edges, using a special agent to blur the wound shape, disguising it as slash marks from a blade; then I'll apply a small amount of corresponding blood trace on each corpse's weapon, strengthening the link between weapon and wound."

Yin Yirou said, taking out the autopsy toolkit.

Yin Yirou added: "Also, I'll use professional equipment to clean up the faint special force traces left at the scene, ensuring no subsequent detection can find them."

Mu Lingxue quickly recorded on the paper.

Mu Lingxue said, "I'll have my trusted officers re‑seal the scene and tell the outside it's a 'supplementary investigation.' Then I'll add some fight remnants on site—for example, smashing a few discarded parts and splashing more mixed blood traces, making the ground look more chaotic, fitting the scene of internal strife."

Mu Lingxue looked up at Lin Yuan and instructed: "You'll come with us, but stay outside the police line the whole time. If any other officers ask, say you're worried the scene might have missed dangers and you've come to assist us in checking."

After the three quickly divided the work, they immediately set off.

Yin Yirou immediately got to work.

She first examined each of the eighteen corpses' wounds, took out a special repair gel… and applied it to the penetrating wounds on their necks.

She used tweezers to gently adjust the tissue at the wound edges, then applied an agent whose color matched the blood traces to disguise it.

The originally sharp puncture wound from a concealed weapon gradually became an irregular wound like that from a blade slash.

After treating the outer corpses.

The three stood up and headed to the abandoned factory.

…

When the three arrived at the scene, the earlier investigating officers had already withdrawn, leaving only two guards.

Mu Lingxue issued a clear order, having the guards patrol the perimeter and forbid anyone from approaching.

Afterward, Mu Lingxue led Yin Yirou into the factory.

Yin Yirou took out professional equipment, carefully scanning the ground and walls to completely erase the faint traces left by Lin Yuan.

Mu Lingxue, meanwhile, brought the discarded steel pipes, bricks, and other debris she had prepared beforehand.

Mu Lingxue placed and smashed them in various areas of the factory, creating traces of a multi‑directional fight.

She also deliberately repositioned the information of several corpses so that two bodies lay in a 'mutual combat collapsed' pose, perfectly recreating the gruesome scene of internal strife.

Mu Lingxue also examined the blood traces Lin Yuan had previously covered up, finding that the edges indeed retained spatter patterns.

Mu Lingxue then diluted disinfectant, carefully cleaned it, and covered it evenly with dirt, leaving only sporadic blood spots consistent with a fight scene.

After finishing all this, she had Yin Yirou conduct a final inspection of the scene,

confirming that all traces related to Lin Yuan had been removed.

"After the 'self‑inflicted slaughter' disguise had no loopholes, Mu Lingxue finally let out a breath."

"Alright, even if the police dig deeper, they'll only conclude it was a bandit infighting mass death." Mu Lingxue wiped the sweat from her forehead.

She waved at Lin Yuan outside the police line: "You can relax now."

Lin Yuan quickly walked into the factory, looking at the scene that had been handled flawlessly.

He then glanced at the sweat on their brows, his heart full of gratitude.

After a moment's hesitation, Lin Yuan asked: "Thank you…… but why are you helping me like this? It's illegal; if discovered, you two could lose your jobs and even face legal liability."

Mu Lingxue stood up straight and brushed the dust off her hands.

Mu Lingxue looked at Lin Yuan with a calm gaze, a playful smile tugging at the corner of her mouth: "What else could it be? Who made me like you?"

Yin Yirou beside her was about to echo in agreement, but hearing Mu Lingxue's words she suddenly stopped.

Yin Yirou hastily closed her mouth.

That sentence hidden in her heart, Yin Yirou could not say it out.

Yin Yirou composed herself, found a suitable reason, and said: "Lin Yuan, I think you're…… a decent person, not a bad one; I don't want to see you…… imprisoned over this."

"Besides, you're my lifesaver—you saved me before; this time I help you, and we'll call it even, owing nothing to each other." Yin Yirou added.

Lin Yuan stared, momentarily unsure how to respond.

Mu Lingxue didn't give him time to think, stepping forward and patting his shoulder.

Mu Lingxue's tone left no room for refusal: "Stop spacing out— to thank us for this big favor, you have to treat us to a meal, and it must be a feast, otherwise this isn't over."

Lin Yuan looked at the two, recalling how they had rushed about before and after to help him.

Lin Yuan helplessly shook his head, wryly smiling as he agreed: "Alright, I'll treat you to a big meal— you pick the place."

…

To thank the two, that evening Lin Yuan kept his promise and treated them.

Lin Yuan chose a top‑rank Michelin three‑star Western restaurant in the city.

This dinner, Lin Yuan's gratitude toward the two women amounted to a veritable hemorrhage of expense.

Lin Yuan ordered exquisite French dishes, paired with aged Bordeaux red wine.

The restaurant's lingering violin music filled the air, fully displaying its elegance and luxury.

Inside the private room of the Western restaurant.

Three people sat together, eating Western food.

Yin Yirou focused throughout on savoring the food, occasionally chatting with the two about the dishes' texture.

Yin Yirou noticed nothing at all…… an undercurrent surged beneath the table.

Meanwhile, Mu Lingxue, using the table as cover, slipped her foot— wearing elegant high heels…… stealthily forward.

Her jeweled foot in the high‑heeled shoe landed precisely on Lin Yuan's calf.

Mu Lingxue took off her police uniform tonight; she is now wearing an elegant evening gown and high heels, looking sexy and alluring.

This police belle is now gently teasing Lin Yuan with her high heels.

Mu Lingxue's movements are light; she first lightly rubbed the tip of her shoe against Lin Yuan's pant leg.

Seeing Lin Yuan had no reaction, her courage gradually grew.

Mu Lingxue's toes slightly curled; through the thin fabric of his trousers, she rhythmically rubbed and wandered over Lin Yuan's leg.

Lin Yuan's body tensed; his hand holding the knife and fork tightened slightly, whitening the edge of his plate.

He subconsciously wanted to shrink his leg back, but Mu Lingxue gave him a fierce warning with her gaze.

Mu Lingxue's eyes held a hint of slyness, plus an unquestionable dominance.

She seemed to be saying, "Try dodging if you dare."

Lin Yuan instantly recalled that the secret of his killing was still in her grasp.

Lin Yuan also had to consider Yin Yirou beside him.

Lin Yuan could only forcibly suppress his discomfort, sitting stiffly in place.

He allowed Mu Lingxue to flirt freely under the table, deliberately tightening his breath, daring not to resist in the slightest.

Seeing Lin Yuan obediently comply, Mu Lingxue curled the corner of her mouth into a secret smile.

Her foot movements became bolder; she even shifted upward along his calf, lightly pressing against the inside of Lin Yuan's knee.

Lin Yuan's cheeks flushed slightly; he could only pretend to focus on cutting his steak, not daring to meet Mu Lingxue's gaze, for fear Yin Yirou would notice a flaw.

Not long after, Yin Yirou put down her knife and fork, smiling and said, "I'm going to the restroom."

Having said that, Yin Yirou rose and left her seat.

In an instant, only Lin Yuan and Mu Lingxue remained in the restaurant; the atmosphere suddenly became ambiguous and tense.

Mu Lingxue immediately seized the opportunity, leaning her body forward over the table.

She reached out to press down on Lin Yuan's hand holding the knife and fork; without waiting for his reaction, her warm lips directly covered his.

This kiss came quickly and suddenly.

Lin Yuan's pupils contracted sharply, his mind went blank, and he instinctively wanted to push her away.

Mu Lingxue, however, first loosened her lips, her nose almost touching his.

Her warm breath sprayed onto his face.

Mu Lingxue's eyes held a hint of triumphant slyness… and an irresistible dominance.

"This secret of your killing is something I and Yirou helped you conceal; you owe me. Don't dodge."

Mu Lingxue bit Lin Yuan's lip with her teeth, her voice lowered so only the two could hear: "From now on you must obey me, sincerely help me with my tasks; no matter what I ask you to do, you cannot refuse, understand?"

Lin Yuan gazed at her face so close, feeling the warmth from her palm, knowing he had no leeway.

He fell silent for a few seconds, then slowly nodded and whispered, "Understood."

Receiving a satisfactory answer, Mu Lingxue's face lit up with a brilliant smile; without waiting for Lin Yuan to recover, she leaned in again and kissed him.

This time she did not stop at a light taste; her tongue tip gently pried open Lin Yuan's teeth, aggressively slipping in and entwining with his tongue.

"No refusing," she mumbled amid the kiss, her tone tinged with a hint of petulance.

Lin Yuan closed his eyes, his heart full of helplessness, yet he could only passively endure the kiss.

He could clearly sense Mu Lingxue's initiative and fervor…

Between her lips and teeth lingered the mellow aroma of red wine, mixed with the faint scent of her perfume, making him feel uneasy all over.

His hand stiffly rested under the table, neither responding nor resisting, merely letting Mu Lingxue lead everything.

At that moment, the sound of Yin Yirou's footsteps came from afar.

Mu Lingxue reluctantly released her lips.

She lightly licked her lips, gave Lin Yuan a quick wink, and swiftly returned to her seat.

Mu Lingxue picked up a napkin, wiped the corner of her mouth, and acted as if nothing had happened.

Lin Yuan also hurriedly composed himself, picked up his water cup, took a sip to hide his fluster; his cheeks still retained the lingering heat from before.

Yin Yirou returned to her seat, noticing nothing unusual about the two, smiling as she sat down and continued eating.

After the meal, Lin Yuan voluntarily settled the bill.

The three walked out of the Western restaurant together.

The night was deep; streetlights cast a warm yellow glow, and the evening breeze brushed his cheeks with a hint of coolness.

"Thanks for dinner today, I'll take a cab home first," Yin Yirou said, waving at the two, then turned and walked toward the roadside taxi stand.

Lin Yuan looked at Mu Lingxue, about to say something, but she spoke first: "I drove here myself; I can go back on my own—you should also head back early to rest."

Her eyes still held a hint of the day's slyness; after speaking, she turned and walked toward the parking lot.

Mu Lingxue drove her Land Rover Range Rover out of sight.

Lin Yuan watched the direction the vehicle disappeared, let out a soft sigh, then turned and walked toward his own car.

…

Night, Hangcheng street.

However, Mu Lingxue was driving her Land Rover Range Rover SUV, traveling on the highway back.

But then an accident suddenly occurred!

In the darkness, an unlicensed black van, like a lurking beast, suddenly burst from a side road and slammed hard into the side of the Land Rover Range Rover!

"Bang——"

A deafening roar!

The Land Rover Range Rover was struck, spinning twice in place, then heavily overturned onto the ground; the car windows shattered instantly, glass shards scattering everywhere.