She Lives without Regret in This Life

”You heard the contents of the call just now, didn’t you?”

The confidential secretary froze for a moment and answered honestly, ”Yes.” Because the speakerphone was on, he stood at the door and could hear everything. When he heard Qin Yue actually wanted to kill Xu Zongdui, he was so shocked that his mind was in complete turmoil.

Instinctively, he wanted to pretend he hadn’t heard. This was enormous news. Everyone knew how protective Leaders One, Two, and Three were. If the three leaders found out, the Qin Family wouldn’t stand a chance.

”The information hasn’t been spread outside yet, and specific evidence hasn’t been obtained.” What Hai Yunfeng thought was to wait until Xu Qigang was out of danger. If nothing happened to him, Qin Yue’s responsibility would be lessened.

In any case, he still trusted Qin Yue.

”Yes! Minister, rest assured.”

”Alright!” Hai Yunfeng nodded, but the worry on his face deepened.

The confidential secretary was attentive and couldn’t help asking, ”Is there anything else you’re worried about, Minister?”

”My worry is An’an.” Hai Yunfeng smiled bitterly, ”Didn’t you notice the problem in the call just now?”

”What problem?”

”Su Huili didn’t mention An’an even once; several times I tried to ask, but he changed the topic, doesn’t that indicate an issue?” Being a consultant, he already noticed the problem during the call.

However, he didn’t say anything; firstly, because the situation between Qin Yue and Xu Qigang was more critical, and secondly, because of his trust in Su Hai. The trust wasn’t based on Su Hai’s character—these ”foxes” have none to speak of.

His trust was in Su Hai’s ability to handle things. Su Hai’s lack of mention of An’an meant she was still in danger. Several times he sidetracked the topic, indicating he was confident in An’an’s safety.

That’s why he didn’t press Su Hai for answers.

”What should be done?” The confidential secretary was terrified, his face pale. ”Sheng An absolutely can’t have any issues, and both the Weapon Research Institute and the Chinese Academy of Sciences have sent people asking about An’an’s situation, urging for her immediate return!”

”I’m worried too, but there’s nothing that can be done.”

The confidential secretary said nothing. He realized the minister had been unusually deep in thought since he arrived, a habitual gesture when faced with difficult decisions.

If his guess was correct, the minister must be pondering whether to send someone to ensure Sheng An’s safety.

”Minister, if you’re genuinely worried, why not send someone out?” The confidential secretary boldly suggested.

With the Hai Family’s influence and Minister Hai’s position, organizing something like this wouldn’t be excessive.

”I don’t want to abuse my power.” Hai Yunfeng held strong ethical views, never abusing authority; sending someone solely for his daughter’s safety didn’t align with his principles.

”Minister, Sheng An isn’t just your daughter. She’s the youngest expert at the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the star of the Weapon Research Institute’s future. If she were in danger, how would you explain it to the Weapon Research Institute?”

The secretary’s words struck like lightning, illuminating Hai Yunfeng’s mind; he immediately ordered, ”Inform Ji Lihua to depart for M country at once and bring An’an back.”

”Yes! Minister, rest assured. A few days ago Ji Lihua came to inquire, he’s been concerned regarding Sheng An’s safety.”

Ji Lihua’s inquiry surely represented Mr. Hai’s concerns. The girl suddenly went so far away, and they dared not let Mr. Hai know, keeping it from him all this while!

But they couldn’t hide it for too long.