Chapter 1932: Letting Go

Chapter 1932: Chapter 1932: Letting Go

Chen Yuxin spoke up to console him, but Ye Shikai’s suspicions were not unfounded. Yueling couldn’t be just a simple singer; there must be something hidden behind her.

"Alright, I don’t really have much going on, just drank too much last night. If there’s nothing else, I’ll go home and rest. I don’t understand the matters of the Group here, nor do I want to know," Ye Shikai stood up and said blandly. He needed some peace to think things through clearly.

In reality, although George was already dead, Ye Shikai’s mind was still riddled with doubts. For instance, why did George have those strange and deadly poisonous insects? His understanding of George merely stopped at basic identity information, he hadn’t carefully investigated his background. However, given the circumstances at that time, he didn’t have much time for a detailed inquiry – he and George were dueling in a base set to explode in ten minutes, both didn’t even have time for "trash talk"; any slight oversight could mean victory but no time to escape...

Having more time to understand would have been better. The unknown is the true source of fear. George’s unknowns made him uneasy and afraid, even though George was 100% dead, he couldn’t determine if everything had truly ended. George’s death might only be a smokescreen.

Ye Shikai returned home alone, pacing and thinking about everything. What exactly was the HST project? Neither Ye Shikai nor Jin Li understood the project’s purpose; they suspected it involved research on mutants, and with a mutant army, it would mean having an invincible force that could cause chaos in the world.

Speaking of which, Yueling should be the subject of ongoing investigation. Even if the HST project had truly ended, what role does Yueling play in it? Is she just a normal subordinate or... another mastermind behind the scenes? This is very possible...

Last night, Ji Qian called him out for late-night snacks, surely because she noticed something – perhaps Ji Yu found out something. It can’t be ruled out, but since there’s suspicion, a thorough investigation is necessary.

The problem, however, is how Ye Shikai should investigate Yueling now, what identity would be suitable.

Though Ye Shikai is quite high-profile, he isn’t a rich businessman or a leader of an enterprise. How can he investigate Yueling naturally, without others detecting, yet effectively uncovering?

"Ghost." After a long while, Ye Shikai dialed a number, it was Ghost’s private phone, though now it should be Gu Li.

"Boss, I heard your action in North America succeeded. I haven’t congratulated you yet."

"Don’t get too excited, the matter seems to be unresolved," Ye Shikai explained everything to Ghost. This North America mission to destroy the research facility did not include Ghost, as Ye Shikai didn’t bring him along, considering he had Gu Xin at his side. Yet it doesn’t mean Ghost is unimportant, this ex-Netherworld Palace "Brain" wasn’t an easy task, Ye Shikai hoped for advice from Ghost.

"So that’s how it is, then this person named Yueling is highly suspicious."

"Exactly, also, we’ve investigated everything about Yueling but haven’t obtained any critical information. The only valuable thing might just be a photo that Tianjing risked her life to obtain," Ye Shikai sighed. It’s a fact that Yueling’s identity seems deliberately concealed, impossible to investigate.

"If you have the time, come to Yanjing, of course, if Gu Xin isn’t willing, I wouldn’t force it."

"Gu Xin joined the hospital’s medical team going out of town, I’m already on the way to the airport."

"Alright, we’ll meet in Yanjing then."

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Evening.

"Kai, shall we go traveling?" Chen Yuxin suddenly proposed.

"What do you mean by that?" Ye Shikai asked, "Why suddenly think of traveling?"

"Hasn’t the matter of the HST project ended? We’ve been tense during this period, we should go relax a bit. Traveling is the best way," Chen Yuxin suggested.

"Let’s forget about it, I’m really not in the mood for fun. Furthermore, the kid is still so young and needs care every day. How can we just go out and play?" Ye Shikai waved his hand.

"Even though we have a child, it doesn’t matter, he’s healthy, and there are carers at home, Ruoya’s also here. We absolutely don’t have to worry."

"Still, let’s forget it, I’m really not interested in going out to play," Ye Shikai shook his head in refusal, his mind wasn’t in it, and Chen Yuxin had to drop the idea.

"By the way, Xin, there’s something I need your help with," Ye Shikai suddenly said.

"Whatever it is, just say it. Is there even a need for ’help’ between us?"

"Your Chen Group should have some entertainment companies, right?" Ye Shikai asked.

"Indeed, but you never cared about celebrities, is something up?" Chen Yuxin asked curiously.

"I need to investigate Yueling, but she’s now a big superstar. To investigate her, I need an identity. If I could borrow the identity of a senior staff in the entertainment company, it should be much more convenient."

"Kai, didn’t we agree this matter was over?" Chen Yuxin’s face darkened considerably.

"Didn’t we agree? The HST project is past tense now. Why do you still bring it up? As for Yueling, she’s just a popular star, she can be elevated to fame easily and I can just as easily make her a no-name again," Chen Yuxin said coldly, "Why do you think she poses a threat?"

"Not a threat, but a risk," Ye Shikai wanted to retort but decided against it. During this time, he hadn’t spent time with Chen Yuxin and the child, and he felt guilty. They had agreed that after dealing with George, they would live well, and Ye Shikai didn’t wish to go back on his word. At least for now, he didn’t want to disappoint Chen Yuxin again.

"Xin, I promise you, we’ll travel, okay?" Ye Shikai’s attitude flipped 180 degrees, causing Chen Yuxin to be both excited and surprised.

"Great, of course great, I’ll have Ruoya arrange it immediately."

"Alright, once it’s arranged, we’ll go right away and be back soon," Ye Shikai said lightly. Perhaps he should really let go for now. But does it really not matter? Revival of past threats is a taboo for anything.