Rebirth! The Assassin's Revenge-Chapter 457: Caught Off Guard

At noon, Ling Tianyou returned to the villa.

Aunt Zhang had already prepared the meal, Gu Ningyue was helping Aunt Zhang to bring the dishes to the table.

Seeing him return, Gu Ningyue waved and smiled: "You’re in luck today, I made my specialty lotus seed soup for you. It clears heat and reduces inflammation! It’s perfect for you."

Ling Tianyou said flatly, "I do need something to reduce inflammation, but just this lotus seed soup might not be enough."

As he spoke, he gave Gu Ningyue a meaningful look.

Gu Ningyue pretended not to notice and pulled out a chair to sit across from Ling Tianyou, "Try it, is it good?"

"Mm." Ling Tianyou took the spoon Aunt Zhang handed him and tasted it, involuntarily praising: "Not bad, you should make it more often, I like it very much."

Receiving the compliment, Gu Ningyue couldn’t help but smile: "That depends on my mood, you know what I mean!"

Ling Tianyou glanced at Gu Ningyue, bowed his head and drank another spoonful of lotus seed soup: "If you want me to do something for you, just say it!"

This girl actually cooked herself today, surely she has a favor to ask.

After all, there’s no such thing as a free lunch in this world.

Gu Ningyue looked at Ling Tianyou and laughed: "Actually, you don’t need to do much, just help me investigate someone."

Ling Tianyou asked, "Investigate who?"

Gu Ningyue said, "Jin Chenghu, I want to investigate him."

Unfortunately, for a ’homebody’ who rarely goes out, information about him is very limited.

Finding everything about him isn’t as simple as one might think.

Ling Tianyou was somewhat puzzled: "Why investigate him? Is there something suspicious about him?"

Gu Ningyue nodded: "Plenty."

Then, Gu Ningyue laid out all her doubts without holding anything back from Ling Tianyou.

Including some information about Jin Chenglong obtained through her past skills.

When Gu Ningyue finished speaking, Ling Tianyou looked at her and said: "So you want to find clues from Jin Chenghu?"

Gu Ningyue nodded: "It’s best to also investigate the old man who always takes care of Jin Chenghu, the aunt who cooks at their home, and the people around him, leave no stone unturned."

Ling Tianyou smiled and agreed readily: "Alright!"

"Thanks." Gu Ningyue expressed her gratitude and then reminded Ling Tianyou: "By the way, don’t contact Xiao Yun during this time because even if you wanted to, you couldn’t reach her."

Ling Tianyou was taken aback: "Why?"

"Xiao Yun suggested it herself." Gu Ningyue explained to Ling Tianyou while eating: "I got her a new phone, and she canceled the previous SIM card and changed it. Other than me, no one can reach her."

Ling Tianyou nodded, hesitated for a moment, and asked: "Then how long do you plan for Xiao Yun to stay out there?"

Gu Ningyue looked up playfully: "What’s up? Feeling protective? Worried Xiao Yun will suffer out there?"

After saying this, Ling Tianyou suddenly said seriously: "If you want to save Ji Qianqian, this matter must be swift. Jin Chenglong is always cautious in his actions, and if he senses anything amiss, Xiao Yun will not have a good time. And you, won’t find a chance to avenge Shangguan Wuyue."

Seeing Ling Tianyou so serious, Gu Ningyue’s heart unexpectedly raced a bit.

What’s going on? How come I’ve never noticed Ling Tianyou is so handsome when he’s serious?

"I understand. I have everything under control." Gu Ningyue slightly bowed her head, not letting Ling Tianyou see her slightly flushed cheeks: "I just asked Xiao Yun to check the situation and observe the two brothers’ activity patterns for utmost half a month. This matter will already be followed up on—don’t worry!"

Ling Tianyou took a sip of warm water beside him and leisurely looked at Gu Ningyue: "Half a month is a bit long, and I suggest you go meet Shangguan Wuyue first."

Although he acknowledged Gu Ningyue’s plan, sometimes accidents catch people off guard.

Half a month seemed too long in his opinion.

After all, Xiao Yun hasn’t learned how to be a proper undercover agent.

Gu Ningyue laughed: "I’ve considered Shangguan Wuyue’s side too, but his whereabouts are uncertain. Currently only my master can reach him!"

Ling Tianyou was somewhat puzzled: "Wasn’t he hospitalized for a gunshot wound? If you need, I can help find his whereabouts."

Gu Ningyue sighed upon hearing this and said: "You don’t know Shangguan Wuyue, his temperament is really weird. Not to mention a gunshot wound, even if it’s...forget it, in short, you certainly won’t find him."

Relying on his superb medical skills, Shangguan Wuyue, proud of his talent, disappeared again after staying only a few days in the hospital.

The only one who can reach him is his master, Xia Yingbai.

Seeing her like this, Ling Tianyou looked at Gu Ningyue and said: "What if after taking revenge, Shangguan Wuyue doesn’t acknowledge it?" 𝗳𝗿𝐞𝕖𝘄𝗲𝕓𝗻𝚘𝚟𝕖𝐥.𝚌𝕠𝕞

This kind of thing doesn’t even have a basic contract or legal documentation, it’s hard to believe no matter what.

Upon hearing this, Gu Ningyue couldn’t help but chuckle: "Rest assured! If he can’t fulfill his promises, no need for me to act, my master will discipline him."

After all, this is a promise he made, not to me, but to my master!

Ling Tianyou still wanted to say something, but recalling Gu Ningyue’s feelings towards her master, he eventually said nothing.

With Gu Ningyue’s character, if he spoke badly of her master, she would likely turn on him, right?

Finally, the relationship between the two had started to change, Ling Tianyou decided to keep the words in his heart.

Gu Ningyue noticed Ling Tianyou’s silence, seeming to know what he was worrying about, "Don’t worry! I’ll definitely handle this, you need not worry."

Ling Tianyou nodded, "As long as you’re not hurt."

For some reason, upon hearing the word ’hurt’, Gu Ningyue’s emotions slightly calmed down from the busy morning suddenly turned heavy again.

Her right eye twitched twice, and unease struck once more.

What is going on? Could Lin Ruixian in U country really have run into trouble?

"By the way, I’m going out for coffee tonight with Lu Qingqing and taking Qianqian along," Gu Ningyue said, trying, "Would you want to join us?"

Ling Tianyou looked at her: "Isn’t it awkward for a big guy to tag along with you three women eating and shopping?"

Gu Ningyue faintly smiled: "It is a bit awkward, but bringing you along wouldn’t be a problem."

Even with Ling Tianyou there, she could find a chance to ask those things she wanted to say, so it’s not much of a problem.

Just, it’ll be a bit challenging...that’s all!