Chapter 676: Wuxia: Even Archrivals Can Become Lovers 10

I just saw lots of people, really strange people, they all hunched their waists, walking without making a sound! If I hadn't heard the tree branches rustling, I wouldn't have noticed them.

Those people… their faces were…

Saying this, the little girl suddenly burst into tears, sobbing so she couldn't speak; she clung tightly to her mother, forcing herself to speak slowly.

Their faces were cat faces! Cat faces! It was terrifying! I was scared stiff; I had just cried out when they spotted me, I thought I was going to die… but they dragged me out and dumped me in the woods, leaving me there.

Finally finishing her story, the little girl was already sobbing uncontrollably; the Inspector hastily had the woman take her out to soothe her properly.

The room fell into some silence.

People with cat faces—truly extremely bizarre!

Sang Ning fearfully clung to her frail self, 'Could it be a cat demon?'

Where did this cat demon come from?

Mu Huaizhi didn't believe in such ghostly talk, 'Probably someone is just playing tricks.'

The Inspector folded his hands, thought for a moment, then told everyone, 'There's also something strange: the families whose children were abducted all receive some broken bits of gold, varying in size, with no discernible pattern.'

Mu Huaizhi: 'Broken gold? What kind of broken?'

Um… about the size of a thumb, looks like it was chipped off something.

The Inspector gestured to show him.

Yo, that's not small either. Jin Chen lounged without propriety, hearing this he twiddled his fingers, 'Have you tried piecing them together?'

Can't put them together, they're too fragmentary.

All the clues have been laid out here, yet there's still no lead.

The Inspector took the coffin, had the coroner examine the corpse, roughly estimated the age, then went to ask the families who lost children, to see which household's child it was.

That desiccated corpse was eerie; just looking at it frightened him!

Please stay for lunch, I'll have some food and drink prepared.

The Inspector now relies on them to uncover the truth, so he naturally dare not be negligent.

Jin Chen left the room first.

He found a corner, made sure no one was around, then took out the Nine Abyss's sleeve arrow specially used to send secret orders.

The sleeve arrow shot out, scattering purple smoke in the air.

In an instant, the Nine Abyss followers hidden nearby saw the secret order and all sprang into action.

This smoke is very faint; ordinary people can't notice it, only those Nine Abyss followers who have taken a special medicine can discern it.

Also, those with exceptionally profound internal energy.

After sending the order, Jin Chen leisurely walked back, meanwhile taking a stroll around the Inspector's office.

【Host, I found in the original plot that it was mentioned before: before Mu Huaizhi was about to uncover the true culprit, besides Fu Zhiyuan stopping him earlier, there was also the imperial court.】

Jin Chen's steps paused slightly, hands behind his back, staring at the koi flipping in the pool.

So the Inspector being this urgent—is it because he truly hasn't found the culprit yet, or… someone else doesn't want the culprit to see the light of day?

Mu Huaizhi, sneaking around following others is not the conduct of a gentleman.

He suddenly spoke, his tone laced with a smile.

Who's following you.

Mu Huaizhi walked over, his attitude turning even colder, 'You demon, actually saying the words gentleman—truly laughable.'

I haven't done anything guilty, why can't I say it?

Jin Chen turned to face him, his crimson lips slightly curling, the red mole at the corner of his eye making him look even more alluring.

Mu Huaizhi, don't wrongly accuse me.

You are the young sect master of the Nine Abyss, the beloved son of the great demon lord, having done all evil, ruthless and cruel—who needs to frame you?

Mu Huaizhi felt the distance between them was too close; after speaking he stepped back two paces.

Your voice is so loud, why not go straight and tell those people?

Jin Chen snorted, suddenly pinching Mu Huaizhi's chin, forcing him to look up, 'Mu Huaizhi, haven't I been too indulgent toward you?'

Don't forget, your life is in my hands.

Mu Huaizhi wanted to struggle, but as he reached out his hand Jin Chen gripped it firmly; his eyes reddened with anger, 'If you want it, just take it!'

Just take it?

Jin Chen laughed wickedly, his fingertip rubbing Mu Huaizhi's lip corner, his gaze like that of a lover—soft and rippling.

Then you will forever bear the stigma of betrayal, your father will never clear his name, and the Jade Hilt Dragon will become Fu Zhiyuan's.

Your death won't raise a ripple, but it will let your enemies gloat for decades.

The more Jin Chen spoke, the more Mu Huaizhi's breathing grew ragged, trembling with fury, 'Damn it!'

While speaking, his lips brushed again against Jin Chen's fingertip.

However, Jin Chen was suppressing him with internal force; the not-yet-recovered Mu Huaizhi could not break free, losing all reason, he actually bit down on that hateful thumb with all his strength.

Jin Chen, who would yelp in pain if his foot were stepped on, now offered no resistance at all; instead his fingertip twitched slightly, as if feeling the warmth of the mouth, the corner of his lips lifting, deep emotion pooling in his eyes.

Jin Chen withdrew his finger, suddenly leaned forward, stared into those phoenix eyes brimming with anger for a long while, then gave a light laugh.

Mu Huaizhi, you have nowhere to flee—either stay by my side to take revenge, or die carrying your unwillingness.

If you want to kill me, I'll accompany you anytime.

At this moment the two are so close that from afar they look like a divine couple leaning on each other.

Staring at Fu Zhiyuan by the pool, his expression dawned.

No wonder Jin Chen is so powerful and yet willingly follows Mu Huaizhi—they actually have this kind of relationship.

Given that, simply trying to seize Jin Chen with money and wealth probably won't work; we'll need another plan.

He turned and left, not seeing Fu Zhiyuan by the pool shove Jin Chen away, then angrily raise his hand; the two exchanged a few moves before calming down.

"Mu Huaizhi, behave yourself, don't cause trouble with me again."

Jin Chen wore a helpless expression, lowered his head slightly, gently grabbed Mu Huaizhi's wrist, with a hint of comfort.

"Before you kill me, you should first take back the Jade Hilt Dragon."

Without a sword, Mu Huaizhi could never be a match for Jin Chen no matter what.

Mu Huaizhi naturally understood this as well; he took a few deep breaths, finally calmed down, then coldly turned and left.

"Really, this can also be blamed on me, but I insist on figuring out which bastard snatched the person, and even the blame got thrown onto me, young master."

Jin Chen muttered while rubbing his fingers.

Mu Huaizhi's steps forward hesitated slightly, but he did not stop.

【Detected Villain Heartthrob Value +10, total -15.】

0731 clicked his tongue in sigh, 【Host, you really are a pervert.】

Even this can rise; the Main God is not undeserving of additional praise.

【Thank you for the praise.】

Jin Chen accepted the praise with a clear conscience.

At lunchtime, Jin Chen naturally sat thick‑skinned beside Mu Huaizhi, Sang Ning bounced over to sit next to the two, full of joy waiting for the meal to start.

For him, nothing is more important than eating—heaven and earth come second to a meal.

However, even as dull as he is, he inexplicably sensed the strangeness in the atmosphere.

Sang Ning peered over, glanced at Fu Zhiyuan and the person to his right, then looked left at Jin Chen and the person to his left, furrowed his brows, and silently held up his tea cup to shield his face.

He just felt that things were a bit tense, like swords drawn and bows bent, wondering what was going on.