The Mysterious Woman

Taking the key Chi Qing handed her, Bai Lin went to the garage. Since her return, this was the first time she had stepped into this garage. Inside were two cars. One was a red sports car, which looked incredibly luxurious at first glance. The other black one looked more ordinary.

Without guessing, Bai Lin still knew whose these two cars were. Pressing the key fob, as expected, the black car unlocked. Getting inside, she immediately smelled a fragrant scent invading her nose. Thinking that she was sitting in Chi Qing's car at this moment, Bai Lin felt a wave of warmth in her heart. Chi Qing handing her car over to her probably meant she trusted her now.

Thinking so, Bai Lin stepped on the gas and drove out of the garage. Just as she left the villa and drove onto the highway, she noticed that this car was not like ordinary cars. Bai Lin had long known that Chi Qing did not lack money. She had joined the organization and executed missions for them. Although her main goal was to eliminate Bai Jun, every time a mission ended, Chi Qing, Zeng Kehen, and Lu Weilai were paid handsomely. Aside from their organizational missions, they also secretly ran hotels and bars behind the Boss's back, just to secure a way out for themselves in the future. It could be said that the money Chi Qing earned came from both illicit operations and legitimate businesses. Thus, she was never short of money.

But no matter how rich Chi Qing was, Bai Lin had never seen her spend money recklessly. Chi Qing didn't shop often; even when she did, she would ask her bodyguards or Lu Weilai to buy things for her, unlike most other women who loved shopping. Chi Qing also didn't pursue international luxury brands. She preferred comfort; as long as she was satisfied, she would become a regular customer.

Aside from clothing, Chi Qing was not the type to throw money around in her daily life. She wasn't stingy either, as proven by her giving Bai Lin money just now.

Chi Qing had money but didn't waste it. She did buy expensive, elegant clothes, but she didn't care much about that aspect. Bai Lin felt that whether the clothes were simple or luxurious, once Chi Qing wore them, they would exude an extraordinary, ethereal temperament. That woman was always so perfect.

Just like this seemingly ordinary car, Bai Lin knew its interior was anything but ordinary. First of all, the entire body, including the windows and tires, was highly bulletproof. From the outside, one couldn't see inside, but from the inside, one could clearly see every movement outside.

The space inside the car was also very spacious, estimated to be wider than other cars, obviously modified. Above the steering wheel was a black button, its function unclear. If one didn't look closely, it wouldn't be easily noticed. Bai Lin gently pressed it, and a hidden drawer appeared in front of her knees, containing a lot of ammunition and firearms. After all, this small detail didn't surprise Bai Lin much; a well-modified car was bound to have hidden mechanisms somewhere.

No matter what, there had to be a key component, and the most important part of the car was, of course, the engine. Hearing the sound of the engine, Bai Lin knew that this car had cost a lot of money to modify, perhaps even ten times the value of the car itself. Ignition, acceleration, sudden acceleration, protection... everything operated exceptionally well.

Slowing down to enter the town, Bai Lin turned on the navigation system. Although she was born and raised here, she had never stepped out of the door alone until she was seventeen. Every time she went out, it was with Chi Qing, either to the hospital or to carry out a mission. As a result, she had lost her sense of direction and became completely directionally challenged.

Although she had been to many places since leaving Chi Qing five years ago, she rarely visited busy commercial areas like the square because she had no reason to. Parking the car by the roadside, since the pedestrian street didn't allow cars, Bai Lin had to get out and walk slowly.

By this time, the weather was in late autumn and about to turn into winter. It wasn't very cold, but the wind was strong. Bai Lin had left in too much of a hurry and forgot to bring an extra jacket. Now that the wind was blowing colder, and because she wasn't as healthy as ordinary people, her body shivered uncontrollably...

Bai Lin was quite tall. In this area, most women were of modest height, so her distinctiveness drew the attention of others. Today was the weekend, and there were many people shopping in the square. As soon as Bai Lin got out of the car, she became the center of attention for many people, both men and women, and among them, more women were looking at her than men.

Bai Lin didn't have the habit of wearing makeup, nor did she like it. All year round, except for attending parties or during special missions, she wouldn't put those cosmetics on her face. Her fair, smooth face made her stand out even more, though she looked a bit weary recently due to her poor health.

She wore a light yellow shirt paired with white trousers and five-centimeter high heels. Along with her long black hair cascading down her back, these elements combined to create a pleasing sight even from afar.

The wind suddenly blew, tossing her hair. She reached up to tuck her hair behind her ear, revealing her exquisite features. Unquestionably, Bai Lin's appearance at this moment was not something easily seen on ordinary days. Now appearing in the square, it naturally caused quite a stir. Some people even took out cameras to take pictures, guessing she must be a model.

Facing these people, some of whom wanted to come over and talk to her, Bai Lin naturally ignored them and just walked past quickly, leaving behind her tall, slender figure and perfect, gentle profile. Despite facing so many gazes, her face remained expressionless. She didn't feel smug because of others' attention, nor did she show the slightest fear or embarrassment.

Bai Lin was like an invisible person, walking confidently through the crowd without integrating into their world. In reality, her eyes, her attention, and her heart were entirely dedicated to that one person; her weakness and gentleness could only be seen by that person. Toward strange passersby, Bai Lin didn't bother to disguise herself at all. She was herself—cold, lonely, with no need to be close to anyone.

Although this loneliness might keep her solitary for the rest of her life, if Chi Qing wasn't by her side, Bai Lin would rather choose loneliness. Even if she fell to the very bottom of the ocean, she would not accept anyone else's affection or pity. Bai Lin loved Chi Qing, loved her to the point of being unable to resist, with no way to retreat, loved her like her own life, never fading.

Chi Qing chose a villa in a quiet suburban area, quite far from the square. Bai Lin walked along the pedestrian path, and by the time she reached the center of the square, the distance was not far. She headed toward the flowerbed, spotting a woman sitting there from afar.

She had long brown hair, her beauty pure and holy without any impurities. Her hair didn't look like it had just come from a salon. It draped over both sides of her forehead, obscuring more than half of her face because her head was lowered.

The woman wore a black leather jacket. As the gentle breeze stirred, the V-neck design of her inner shirt made her figure look even more alluring, revealing a deep cleavage visible even from a distance.

Just then, a strong gust of wind blew unceremoniously, tossing her hair. The corners of her lips curved up as she smiled and reached up to tidy her hair, revealing her exquisite face. It was an oval face, fair, delicate, and smooth.

Her narrow phoenix eyes, accentuated by makeup, were exceptionally gorgeous, shaded by long, curled eyelashes. When she blinked, they looked like two butterflies fluttering their wings. Seeming to realize Bai Lin was watching, she raised her head, smiled at Bai Lin, stood up, and walked over gracefully in her high heels.

This woman was very tall; even without her five-centimeter heels, she was about 178 cm. She had a high, straight nose and moderately full lips. More notably, she had red eyes. Such a color was rare in both Asia and Europe. In fact, she wasn't entirely Chinese; she was of mixed Chinese-British descent.

She approached Bai Lin with a smile, her long, slender legs fully showing off her height. Her beautiful eyes, bright as pomegranate seeds, kept staring at Bai Lin. From the other's eyes, Bai Lin could see her own reflection, as well as the unconcealed joy and admiration within them.

"I'm sorry, I'm late."

When the two stood together, Bai Lin explained in a low voice. She was always punctual and never delayed. It was only when meeting this person that she would be late, because no matter where or when they agreed to meet, the other party would always arrive half an hour early to wait for her. It had been like this for five years, never changing.

Hearing Bai Lin's words, she didn't speak but shook her head with a smile, took off her jacket, and draped it over Bai Lin's shoulders. Bai Lin saw that the other was wearing thin summer clothing, unable to block the wind, dressing even thinner than herself. Why did she give her jacket...

"I'm not cold, you don't need to..."

Before Bai Lin could finish, she was pulled into the woman's embrace. It was still that familiar, gentle feeling, still that scent of hibiscus she could never tire of. Bai Lin liked this scent on her: elegant and light, not too strong yet always lingering around.

This scent was mesmerizing, lingering around her nose and demanding attention. Inhaling this fragrance, Bai Lin hugged the woman back, resting her head on her shoulder to enjoy this intimate moment.

At this moment, there many people in the square. Everyone pulled out their phones to capture this exquisite scene.

Not only because Bai Lin and the woman were exceptionally beautiful, but also because they were hugging each other. The scene was so beautiful it looked like a movie.

It felt as if a century had passed before the woman pulled away from the embrace. Looking at the other's dazed face, she smiled meaningfully, lifted Bai Lin's chin with her index finger, and slowly leaned in. This movement, this expression, and the breath passing between them made the surrounding air highly ambiguous. The distance between their lips was very close. After a moment of silence, Bai Lin heard the other speak...

"Lin, I missed you so much..."